The main hospitals in Bali that foreigners rely on are the
accredited international and private hospitals clustered in the south of
the island — BIMC, Siloam, Kasih Ibu, Prima Medika, Bali Royal (BROS)
and Surya Husadha — backed by the large public referral hospital, Prof.
Ngoerah (formerly Sanglah), in Denpasar. This directory
compares them side by side on the factors that matter to a traveller or
expat: accreditation, emergency capability, English-speaking staff,
location and how they handle insurance and payment. It is independent —
we take no payment from any hospital to rank it.
Use this pillar to shortlist a hospital, then jump to a head-to-head
comparison, a cost estimate, or our free
concierge if you’d rather have us match you.
The Two Tiers:
International/Private vs Public
Bali’s hospitals fall into two broad groups, and understanding the
split saves you time and money.
International and private hospitals are built for a
mixed local-and-foreign patient base. They offer English-speaking
doctors, international insurance and cashless billing, shorter waits,
private rooms and a smoother experience — at a higher price. For most
tourists and expats, this is the right tier for anything beyond a
public-health emergency.
Public hospitals, led by Prof. Ngoerah (Sanglah) in
Denpasar, are the island’s referral backbone. They handle the most
complex trauma, ICU and specialist cases and are where critical patients
are ultimately stabilised. Costs are lower, but English support and
comfort are more variable, and waits can be longer. Tourists
can use public hospitals, and in a severe emergency you may be
taken to one regardless of preference. We compare the two tiers in depth
in private vs public
hospitals in Bali.
The Major
International & Private Hospitals in Bali
Below is the shortlist foreigners most often need. Each is a
directory entry — compare, then verify current hours and services
directly with the hospital before you rely on them.
BIMC Hospital (Kuta & Nusa
Dua)
Bali’s best-known international hospital, with two campuses — Kuta
(close to the airport) and Nusa Dua. Strong English support,
international insurance desks, 24-hour emergency care and a long track
record with foreign patients. Frequently the default choice for tourists
in the south. See how it stacks up in BIMC vs Siloam and BIMC vs Kasih Ibu.
Siloam Hospitals Bali
(Denpasar/Kuta)
Part of Indonesia’s largest private hospital network, Siloam offers
broad specialty coverage, modern facilities and 24-hour emergency
services, with good English support. A strong all-rounder for both
emergencies and complex care.
Kasih Ibu Hospital
(Denpasar & Kedonganan)
A well-established Balinese private hospital group with multiple
locations, solid emergency care and generally lower costs than the
premium international hospitals — a popular middle-ground choice.
Prima Medika Hospital
(Denpasar)
A private hospital in Denpasar with a full range of specialties and
24-hour emergency services, often chosen by residents and long-stay
expats.
Bali Royal Hospital (BROS,
Denpasar)
Known for specialist services and a modern private-hospital
experience in the Denpasar area.
Surya Husadha Hospital
(Denpasar & Ubud)
A private group with a Denpasar hospital and an Ubud presence, useful
for central-Bali travellers who want hospital-grade care nearer
Ubud.
Prof. Ngoerah / Sanglah
(Public, Denpasar)
The island’s main public referral and teaching hospital — the
destination for the most serious trauma and critical cases, with the
deepest specialist bench and the lowest costs.
How to Compare Hospitals in
Bali
When you compare hospitals in Bali, weigh these five criteria in
order of what matters for your situation:
- Accreditation. JCI (international) and KARS
(Indonesian national) accreditation signal audited safety and quality
standards. Start with our accredited hospitals
guide. - Emergency capability. Not every hospital has a full
24-hour ER or trauma capacity. If emergencies are your concern, use our
emergency hospitals
directory. - English-speaking staff. International hospitals
reliably offer this; verify for public facilities. - Location and airport proximity. Southern hospitals
dominate; some sit minutes from Ngurah Rai. See hospitals near Bali
airport. - Cost and insurance. Confirm whether the hospital
does cashless billing with your insurer. Our hospital cost guide sets
expectations.
For a ranked, reasoned shortlist rather than a raw list, see best hospitals in Bali and best hospitals for
tourists.
Where a Specialty
Need Points You Elsewhere
This is a hospital directory, so we keep it factual on
single-specialty care. If your need is dental, a
dedicated dental clinic will usually serve you better than a hospital,
and our sibling resource at balidentaltourism.com covers that vertical.
For fertility or IVF, specialist centres (see
balifertility.com and baliivf.com) are the right door. For
cosmetic or aesthetic procedures,
baliaestheticclinic.com is the specialist reference, and for
stem-cell enquiries, balistemcellclinic.com. We list
these categories so you know they exist in Bali — but we send you to the
specialist rather than writing treatment content we shouldn’t.
Emergency Numbers to Save
Right Now
- Ambulance / medical emergency (national): 118 or
119 - General emergency: 112
- Tourist police: 110
Save these before you need them, and read our which hospital to go to
in an emergency guide so you don’t lose time deciding.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the
best international hospital in Bali?
For most foreigners, the internationally oriented private hospitals
in the south — led by BIMC and Siloam — offer the best combination of
English-speaking care, insurance handling and 24-hour emergency
capability. The “best” choice depends on your location and condition;
our best hospitals in Bali page
ranks them with reasoning.
Can tourists use
private hospitals in Bali?
Yes. Private and international hospitals in Bali actively serve
foreign patients, accept international insurance (often cashless) and
have English-speaking staff. You do not need to be a resident. Confirm
insurance acceptance in advance or budget to pay and claim later.
Are Bali hospitals
up to Western standards?
The accredited international and private hospitals meet high, audited
standards and are staffed by qualified, often internationally trained
doctors. Public hospitals vary. We give a candid assessment in are Bali hospitals safe for
foreigners and is
medical care in Bali good.
Which hospital
in Bali is closest to the airport?
Several southern hospitals — including a BIMC campus in Kuta — sit
close to Ngurah Rai (Denpasar) airport. See our detailed hospitals near Bali
airport guide for distances and emergency routing.
How
much does a hospital visit in Bali cost for a foreigner?
It varies widely by procedure and hospital tier. Foreigners typically
pay international rates at private hospitals. Our hospital cost in Bali guide provides
realistic ranges and explains insurance and cashless billing.
Not sure which hospital fits your situation? Skip the research — get matched free on WhatsApp or
open our concierge matcher. Back to the Bali Medical Hub home.
Medical disclaimer. This is an editorial directory
for informational purposes only, not medical advice or a substitute for
professional diagnosis. In an emergency call 118/119 or go to the
nearest ER. Reviewed by Dr. Anita Wijaya, MD, MPH.