Bali led Indonesia's star-hotel occupancy in July 2026 at 67.29% and non-star at 42.53% on BPS data, ahead of Banten and Yogyakarta as national occupancy rose.
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Bali hotel occupancy topped Indonesia in July 2026 at 67.29% for star-rated hotels and 42.53% for non-star accommodation, the highest rates of any province, according to Statistics Indonesia BPS via ANTARA News on 1 September. The island led Banten at 58.89% and Yogyakarta at 58.51% for star hotels, and Jakarta at 42.21% for non-star, as the national star-hotel mean rose to 54.55%, up 0.26 points on June and 1.75 points year on year.
The July peak coincides with Indonesia's school-holiday period, when domestic mobility surged. For travellers planning a Bali trip from India, the data signals strong demand in July and tighter availability in South Bali, Ubud and the islands, so booking ahead and comparing rates across areas matters.
What BPS reported for July 2026
ANTARA's 1 September report cites BPS deputy Ateng Hartono on July figures:
- Star-rated hotels: national mean 54.55% in July, versus 54.29% in June and 52.80% a year earlier
- Bali star-rated: 67.29%, highest nationally
- Next highest star-rated: Banten 58.89%, Yogyakarta 58.51%
- Lowest star-rated: Highland Papua 18.33%, Maluku 27.18%, Aceh 29.04%
- Non-star accommodation: national mean 27.25% in July
- Bali non-star: 42.53%, highest, ahead of Jakarta 42.21% and Riau Islands 39.79%
BPS attributed the lift to school-holiday domestic travel plus continued foreign demand, with Bali capturing both segments.
What 67.29% means for Bali travellers
Bali's 67.29% star-hotel occupancy is 12.7 points above the national star mean. In practical terms July is peak for family travel inside Indonesia and overlaps with Australia and India summer holidays, so beach areas fill first. Our earlier July demand check noted Bali tourist arrivals of 9.83 million from January to July 2026, and the occupancy data confirms that arrivals are converting into paid nights at the top end.
If you are visiting in July or August, expect higher average daily rates in Seminyak, Canggu and Uluwatu, and better value inland. Guides on where to stay in Bali for Indian tourists compare the trade-offs by area, while best time to visit Bali sets the seasonal context around July.
How other provinces compared
The gap behind Bali is material. Banten and Yogyakarta trailed by more than eight points for star hotels, reflecting strong but more regional demand on Java. For non-star, the top three were Bali, Jakarta and Riau Islands, pointing to city and beach business mixing. At the other end, Highland Papua at 18.33% reflects limited star-hotel supply and connectivity, not just demand.
Year-on-year, the star-hotel national mean at 54.55% is 1.75 points stronger than July 2025, indicating Indonesia's hotel recovery is still edging forward after the post-pandemic rebound.
| Category | Leader | Rate | Next best |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star-rated hotels July | Bali | 67.29% | Banten 58.89% |
| Star-rated hotels July | National mean | 54.55% | Up 0.26 pts MoM |
| Non-star July | Bali | 42.53% | Jakarta 42.21% |
| Non-star July | National mean | 27.25% | — |
What to book if you are going soon
For trips in late September and October, shoulder-season softening typically eases rates versus the July peak, but Bali still runs ahead of the national mean, so locking refundable rates early helps. Compare star and non-star options together: our Bali trip cost guide breaks down daily budgets by category, and the occupancy trend suggests non-star guesthouses around 42% occupancy still offer choice if you avoid the most saturated beach strips.
Frequently asked questions
What was Bali's hotel occupancy in July 2026?
Bali posted 67.29% occupancy for star-rated hotels in July 2026, the highest of any province, and 42.53% for non-star accommodation, also the highest, according to Statistics Indonesia BPS via ANTARA News on 1 September.
Which provinces ranked behind Bali in July?
For star-rated hotels Banten was second at 58.89% and Yogyakarta third at 58.51%. For non-star, Jakarta was second at 42.21% and Riau Islands third at 39.79%.
Did Indonesia's overall hotel occupancy rise in July?
Yes. The national mean for star-rated hotels was 54.55% in July, up 0.26 points from June and 1.75 points year on year. Non-star averaged 27.25% nationally, BPS reported.
Why was July occupancy higher?
BPS attributed higher July occupancy to increased domestic tourist mobility and accommodation demand during school holidays, with Bali benefiting most from both domestic and foreign demand.
