Originally Posted by IAN-UK

If they do intend only a short overnight stay then Singapore is a far easier though significantly pricier option. Pricier in terms of both accommodation and onward ticket. The airport's land-side in-terminal Crowne Plaza is a clear winner here. There are airside hotels, but it seems likely the couple will have to go land-side to check-in for the Bali flights.

I'm a fan of Jakarta, and the airport is well served by "airport" hotels: but getting to them can be messy for the uninitiated. A further consideration is the visa faff entering Indonesia: this might be better faced more-or-less refreshed after a night in a comfortable hotel and a shower.

one-way fares SIN DPS on Singapore Airlines are likely to be $300+ while AirAsia between Jakarta and Bali is more like $50+ and Garuda (full service carrier) usually offers CGK DPS flights around $100+.


So I guess it's down to how much an indulgent dad is prepared to pay for the couple's comfort and convenience.