Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you might want to know about Balcoma and Bali

Balcoma is a Bali-based holding company behind a family of property, hospitality, and sustainable-living businesses. Below are clear answers to the questions we hear most often, from how the group works to buying property, booking a stay, renting a scooter, and starting a project with us.

Limestone cliffs and the Indian Ocean along Bali's Bukit Peninsula near Uluwatu

About Balcoma

What is Balcoma?

Balcoma is a Bali-based holding company that builds, backs, and grows a family of property, hospitality, and sustainable-living businesses across Indonesia. Rather than running a single brand, we nurture several focused companies, each with its own name and identity, while sharing one standard of craftsmanship, hospitality, and care. Our slogan, "Your Bali, Your Ways," reflects how we help people experience and invest in Bali on their own terms.

Which companies does Balcoma own?

Balcoma's portfolio currently includes four companies in Bali: Avilita House, an adults-only boutique boarding house in Ungasan; SMS Bali, motorbike, scooter, and car rental in Uluwatu; Bali Eco Home (PT Bali Ecohome Solusi Tama), an end-to-end property company that handles buy, build, sell, and lease; and Karya Big (PT Bali Interior Globalindo), an interior design and fit-out studio. Each one operates under its own brand and website while sharing Balcoma's values.

Where is Balcoma based?

Balcoma is headquartered in Bali, Indonesia. Most of our companies are concentrated in South Bali, around the Bukit Peninsula and Uluwatu, while our property and interior businesses work island-wide. Being rooted in Bali means our teams know the neighbourhoods, the regulations, and the rhythm of the island first-hand.

What does "Your Bali, Your Ways" mean?

It is our promise that there is no single "right" way to experience Bali. Whether you want to stay a few months in a quiet boarding house near the beach, buy land and build a villa, lease a long-term home, ride a scooter around the Bukit, or design an interior that feels like you, Balcoma's companies are built to support your version of Bali, not a one-size-fits-all package.

Is Balcoma a hotel, an agency, or a developer?

Balcoma itself is a holding company, so it is none of those directly. Instead, it owns and grows companies that cover those areas: hospitality through Avilita House, mobility through SMS Bali, real estate and development through Bali Eco Home, and interiors through Karya Big. When you work with Balcoma, you are working with a connected group that can support several parts of a Bali life or investment under one trusted umbrella.

Property & Investment

Can foreigners buy or invest in property in Bali?

Foreigners cannot hold freehold land in Indonesia, but there are well-established, legal structures, such as leasehold agreements and the right-to-use (Hak Pakai) title, that allow foreigners to invest in and use property in Bali. Bali Eco Home (PT Bali Ecohome Solusi Tama) guides foreign buyers and investors through the options and connects them with the right legal advisors. We always recommend proper due diligence and professional legal review before any purchase.

What does Bali Eco Home do?

Bali Eco Home is Balcoma's property company, and it makes property in Bali simple by covering four things end to end: buy, build, sell, and lease. That means helping you find the right land or home, designing and constructing it, managing the property, and handling resale or leasing when the time comes, all under one roof. The team works island-wide for investors, developers, and people looking for a long-term home.

Can Balcoma help me build a villa in Bali?

Yes. Through Bali Eco Home we handle the design-and-build process, from sourcing and assessing land to architectural design, construction, and handover of a finished home. And because Karya Big sits within the same group, we can take a villa all the way through to its interior design, custom furniture, and fit-out, so a single Balcoma relationship can carry your project from empty plot to fully furnished home.

Is buying property in Bali a good investment?

Bali continues to attract long-stay travellers, expats, and digital nomads, which supports steady demand for quality villas and homes, particularly in established areas like the Bukit Peninsula. That said, returns depend on location, build quality, legal structure, and management. Bali Eco Home focuses on helping clients make informed, well-structured decisions rather than chasing hype, and we encourage every investor to verify figures and legal terms independently.

Does Balcoma manage property after I buy or build?

Yes. Bali Eco Home offers property management, so once your villa or home is ready, the team can help look after it, whether that is ongoing maintenance, preparing it for guests, or handling a lease. This is especially useful for overseas owners who want their Bali property cared for while they are away.

Stays, Rentals & Travel

What is Avilita House?

Avilita House is Balcoma's boutique boarding house in Ungasan, on Bali's Bukit Peninsula. It is an adults-only stay with clean, modern private rooms, many of which have their own kitchen, designed for comfortable short and long stays. It sits just minutes from Melasti, Pandawa, and Uluwatu beaches, making it a calm, well-kept base for travellers, remote workers, and long-stay guests in South Bali.

Does Avilita House offer monthly and long-stay rooms?

Yes. Avilita House is built with longer stays in mind, with monthly and long-stay room options and in-room kitchens that make it easy to settle in. It is a popular choice for digital nomads and remote workers who want a private, comfortable home base near Uluwatu without committing to a full villa lease. Bookings are made directly, and the team replies quickly.

How do I rent a scooter or car in Uluwatu?

SMS Bali rents well-maintained motorbikes, scooters, and cars in Uluwatu, with daily, weekly, and monthly rates. Helmets and insurance options are available, and the team delivers vehicles across South Bali, so you can have a scooter dropped to your accommodation. It is the easy way to explore the Bukit and the rest of the island at your own pace.

Do you deliver rental vehicles, and what are the rates?

Yes. SMS Bali delivers motorbikes, scooters, and cars across South Bali, so you do not have to collect them in person. Rates are offered daily, weekly, and monthly, with longer rentals working out more economical for extended stays. For current pricing and availability, message the SMS Bali team directly and they will confirm the right vehicle for your trip.

Is it safe and legal to ride a scooter in Bali as a foreigner?

Riding a scooter is one of the most popular ways to get around Bali, but to do it legally you should hold a valid motorcycle licence or an International Driving Permit that covers motorbikes, and always wear a helmet. SMS Bali provides well-maintained vehicles, helmets, and insurance options to help you ride responsibly. We encourage every rider to drive carefully and respect local road conditions.

Working With Us

How do I get in touch with Balcoma?

The fastest way to reach Balcoma is on WhatsApp at +62 877-8055-1966. We are WhatsApp-first, so you can message us directly with questions about any of our companies, partnerships, or your plans for Bali, and a real person from our team will reply. There is no contact form or email to chase; just send a message and we will take it from there.

How do I start an interior design or fit-out project?

Karya Big (PT Bali Interior Globalindo) handles interior design and fit-out across Bali for villas, homes, and businesses. To start, share your space and your vision, and the team will guide you from concept and 3D visualisation through custom furniture and turnkey delivery. You can reach Karya Big through Balcoma on WhatsApp or visit karyabig.com to begin.

Can I book a stay, rent a vehicle, and plan a property project all through Balcoma?

Yes, and that is one of the advantages of the group. Many of our clients arrive for a stay at Avilita House, rent a scooter from SMS Bali to explore, then decide to invest in property with Bali Eco Home and finish the interior with Karya Big. Because all four companies sit under Balcoma, you have one trusted point of contact who can connect you to each part of your Bali journey.

Is Balcoma open to partnerships and investment?

Yes. Balcoma welcomes partnerships, collaborations, and new opportunities that align with our focus on property, hospitality, and sustainable living in Bali and across Indonesia. If you are a landowner, investor, supplier, or fellow operator who shares our standards, we would be glad to talk. Reach out on WhatsApp at +62 877-8055-1966 to start the conversation.

Do you work with clients who are not yet in Bali?

Absolutely. A large share of the people we help, foreign investors, expats, digital nomads, and future villa owners, first contact us from overseas. We are used to guiding clients remotely over WhatsApp, sharing options, and preparing everything so your time on the ground in Bali is productive. Wherever you are, you can start the conversation before you arrive.

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