Providers
What to know in Bali
- Bahasa Indonesia uses the Latin alphabet, has no verb conjugation and is considered one of the easier Asian languages to start.
- Cinta Bahasa has schools in Ubud and Sanur with group beginner courses, private and intensive lessons, online classes and a Balinese course.
- Wisma Bahasa offers private teachers who come to your home in Denpasar, Kuta, Seminyak, Canggu and Sanur.
- Online tutors on platforms such as italki are the cheapest option and let you start before arriving.
- Some schools offer a longer language and culture programme that can come with socio-cultural visa sponsorship; check the visa conditions on the official immigration site.
- For children, Bali has a French school (Lycée Français de Bali) and many international schools teaching in English, plus private tutors for extra lessons.
Indicative prices
- Group beginner course (20 hours): from about IDR 1,800,000 (approx. EUR 95)
- Private lesson at a school: from about IDR 250,000 per hour
- Online tutor: about USD 8 to 15 per hour (approx. IDR 130,000 to 250,000)
- Prices indicative (2026); home visits and intensive courses usually cost more.
How to choose
- Take a trial lesson to check the teacher's method and whether the course follows a written programme.
- Ask whether the course teaches everyday spoken Indonesian, which differs from the formal written language.
- For visa sponsorship through a school, confirm with the school and the immigration rules before paying.
- For children, ask tutors for references from other families and agree on a regular weekly schedule.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I learn Bahasa Indonesia in Bali?
The main options are language schools such as Cinta Bahasa in Ubud and Sanur, home tutors such as Wisma Bahasa in the south, and online tutors. Schools offer group and private formats, and some also teach Balinese.
How much do Indonesian lessons cost in Bali?
A 2026 guide lists group courses from about IDR 1.8 million for 20 hours and private lessons from IDR 250,000 per hour at Cinta Bahasa. Online tutors cost about USD 8 to 15 per hour.
Is Bahasa Indonesia hard to learn?
It is one of the more accessible Asian languages for Europeans: Latin alphabet, no tones and no verb conjugation. A beginner course of 20 to 40 hours is usually enough for basic everyday conversations.
Are there French or English lessons for children in Bali?
Yes. Bali has a French school (Lycée Français de Bali), several English-language international schools, and private tutors who give English or French lessons at home. Ask for references and a trial session.