In November 2025, Bali’s villa rentals were about 25% lower than the same time in 2024, and that caught a lot of attention. Some social media posts made it sound like Bali was losing visitors — but that isn’t what’s really happening.
In fact, Bali is still extremely busy. By late December 2025, more than 6.8 million international visitors had already arrived, surpassing all of 2024. When domestic travellers are included, total visits reached around 16.45 million. Bali is still one of the most popular destinations in the world.
So why did villas see a drop? The simple answer is supply has grown faster than demand. New hotels and villas have been built all over the island, creating more competition for bookings. Even Bali’s former Deputy Governor, Cok Ace, explained that while visitor numbers rose only slightly, accommodation kept expanding, which naturally pushed occupancy down.
On top of that, negative social media stories — often recycled or exaggerated — made some travellers hesitate, even though conditions on the island remain very good.
For travellers, this is actually great news. More villas competing for guests means better availability, better prices, and more choice. The challenge is knowing which villas are legal, well-managed, and genuinely worth booking.
That’s where TotalBali comes in. We follow real data, not social media noise, and help guests find the right villas, the best locations, and the best value for their Bali stay.
If you’re planning a Bali holiday or thinking about investing, now is a smart time — and TotalBali is here to help you make the most of it. 
