In Reply to: I'm a Kuta guy!!! posted by Baldie on Friday, 13. March 2009 at 11:55 Bali Time:
I hear people say 'keep away from Kuta'. Personally I love Kuta, I have great long term friends on the beach and the bars etc. are great for a drink when you feel like it. Not every night for me but it's good to know that there is are area of pubs etc. to go if you like.
In many hotels in Kuta it is just like being anywhere once you walk inside the gate. Many hotels are peaceful and relaxing and you can't hear the noise from the street, and no hawkers. However, I do think that you need to get out and explore the Island and surrounds and just have short bursts in Kuta.
Just my 2 cents worth !!!