Bachata at Mad Monkey, Bali

Mad Monkey Uluwatu is a hostel that runs party-style dance nights rather than a formal studio. On Saturdays the place throws a bachata social in its bar and pool area, expect dancing around tables and near the pool rather than a cleared, sprung floor. Nights are run by hostel staff and promoters and often tie into pub crawls and evening activities, so the crowd is mainly guests and international travellers.

Practical: this is an informal, party-energy bachata social, not a technique class or a dedicated practice hall. Dress is casual; people arrive hot from the beach. The best night for dancers is Saturday, check the hostel's socials for that week's plan. If you're travelling solo, it's an easy spot to meet other dancers and join the social. The hostel sits in Pecatu (Uluwatu area), so transport from other south-Bali spots is straightforward.