Bali runs hot almost every day of the year, and somewhere between the temples, the surf sessions, and the long café brunches, a moment always arrives when nothing else will do but a cold, creamy scoop in a cone.
What makes hunting for Bali ice cream genuinely exciting is how seriously the island takes it: Italian-trained gelato chefs, locally-sourced tropical flavours, and shops that have built real followings over years rather than riding a short-term trend.
SatuSatu, a Bali travel platform, spent considerable time eating its way through the best options across the island to bring you this guide.
1. Gusto Gelato Kerobokan
📍 Jl. Mertanadi No. 46B, Kerobokan Kelod, near central Seminyak
💰 Scoops from around IDR 35,000, varies by size
🕐 Daily, check current hours on arrival
👥 Best For: gelato explorers who want an extensive rotating flavour menu
✨ What Makes It Special: one of Bali’s most consistently praised gelaterias, with over 30 flavours including unique local ingredients like avocado chocolate, durian, soursop, and chilli chocolate
Gusto Gelato has been operating since 2011 and has built a loyal following on the strength of its flavour creativity and consistent quality.
The kitchen uses locally sourced Indonesian ingredients wherever possible, resulting in combinations you will not find anywhere else: mung bean, ginger, spirulina, and seasonal avocado all appear alongside classic Italian standards.
The orange-walled interior feels cheerful and unpretentious, and the team behind the counter genuinely knows their product.
What keeps Gusto on the shortlist is the willingness to experiment without sacrificing the quality of the base gelato. Even the stranger flavours are executed with real craft, and the chilli chocolate in particular is worth trying at least once for the way it balances sweetness with a dry, lingering heat.
2. Gelato Secrets
📍 Multiple locations across Bali including Canggu, Seminyak, Ubud, and Sanur
💰 Scoops from around IDR 35,000-IDR 55,000
🕐 Daily across all outlets
👥 Best For: travelers moving between different parts of Bali who want a reliable quality benchmark
✨ What Makes It Special: an East-Meets-West artisan gelato concept with outlets island-wide, and a supplier to five-star hotels across Bali
Gelato Secrets has become one of the most recognizable artisan gelato operations in Bali, with outlets spanning Canggu, Seminyak, Ubud, Sanur, and Tanah Lot.
The brand’s mission is to fuse Italian gelato technique with Asian ingredients and flavour profiles, resulting in scoops like rose, passion fruit, and lychee sorbet sitting alongside the traditional pistachio and stracciatella.
The Canggu location in Pererenan is particularly beloved, with a compact shop that often draws a queue on weekends thanks to word of mouth among the local surf and expat community.
The quality is consistent across outlets, which makes it the safest recommendation for a traveler who is not sure which part of the island they will be in when the craving strikes.
3. Ettore Gelato
📍 Jl. Labuansait No. 315, Pecatu, near Uluwatu
💰 Two scoops from IDR 45,000
🕐 Daily
👥 Best For: gelato purists, visitors to the Uluwatu area looking for something genuinely artisanal
✨ What Makes It Special: made by a professional Italian gelato chef and sommelier using no industrial premixes whatsoever
Behind Ettore Gelato is Ettore Chiodini, a certified Italian gelato chef and sommelier who prepares every recipe by hand without industrial premixes or artificial additives.
All ingredients are high quality and many are sourced locally from Bali, which gives the tropical fruit scoops a freshness that reflects real seasonal produce rather than concentrate. The passion fruit gelato is especially bright and clean, and the Ricotta Caramel Almond is a standout for those who prefer something richer.
The shop also offers a Vegan Pistachio made with oat milk that has earned its own following among plant-based visitors to the Uluwatu area. Ettore is a destination in itself for gelato lovers staying on the Bukit Peninsula, and the straightforward, unhurried atmosphere reflects a chef who is confident in the product.
4. Gaya Gelato
📍 Multiple locations including Ubud (Jl. Raya Kajeng), Canggu (Echo Beach), and Petitenget
💰 Scoops from around IDR 40,000-IDR 65,000
🕐 Daily across locations
👥 Best For: design-conscious travelers, those seeking a refined gelato experience with artistic presentation
✨ What Makes It Special: attached to the Gaya Fusion Gallery in Ubud, making it the only gelato experience in Bali that lives inside a working art gallery
Gaya Gelato operates with the same philosophy as Gaya Fusion Gallery: careful craft, clean presentation, and no shortcuts. The gelato is made without colourants, preservatives, or artificial flavours, using seasonal fruits to ensure every batch reflects what is genuinely ripe and available.
The flavour range includes both classical Italian preparations and unexpected options like zabaione made with rum, a nod to traditional Italian dessert craft that most casual gelato shops do not attempt.
The Ubud flagship location, attached to the gallery on Jalan Raya Kajeng, gives the experience an additional dimension: you can spend time looking at Balinese and contemporary art before or after your scoop.
The combination of creative environment and genuine product quality makes Gaya one of the most considered gelato experiences on the island.
5. Massimo Gelato Sanur
📍 Jl. Danau Tambling No. 228, Sanur
💰 Scoops from IDR 30,000, with varying sizes available
🕐 Daily from morning through evening
👥 Best For: visitors to Sanur, Italian food lovers, anyone who wants authentic gelato after a beachside afternoon
✨ What Makes It Special: part of one of Bali’s most enduring authentic Italian restaurants, open since 1996, using pure milk rather than cream for a lighter, lower-fat gelato
Massimo has been a Sanur institution since 1996 and the gelato is made from pure milk rather than cream, resulting in a texture that is notably less heavy than standard gelato without losing the depth of flavour.
The classic flavours are executed with confidence, and the Tartufo, a combination of chocolate and hazelnut mixed with cocoa and coffee liqueur, is a signature that has remained on the menu for good reason.
Sanur’s calm, flat-water beachfront is one of the most pleasant places to eat ice cream in all of Bali, and Massimo is the natural end-stop for a beach afternoon in this area.
The connection to the broader Italian restaurant means the gelato operation benefits from years of genuine culinary care rather than being a standalone sweet shop.
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FAQ about Bali Ice Cream
Where is the best ice cream in Bali?
The consistently top-rated options are Gusto Gelato in Kerobokan for its creative local-ingredient flavours, Ettore Gelato in Uluwatu for Italian artisan craft, Gelato Secrets for island-wide availability and quality, Gaya Gelato for refined presentation, and Massimo in Sanur for authentic Italian gelato alongside a legendary restaurant.
How much does ice cream cost in Bali?
A single scoop at an artisan gelato shop in Bali typically costs between IDR 30,000 and IDR 65,000. Larger portions, specialty cones, or premium flavours may be priced higher at some establishments.
Is there dairy-free gelato in Bali?
Yes. Several shops including Ettore Gelato and Gelato Secrets offer vegan and dairy-free options using oat milk or fruit sorbet bases. Gusto Gelato also incorporates plant-based ingredients in some of its more unusual flavour combinations.
Does Bali have good Italian gelato?
Yes. Several gelaterias in Bali are run by or trained by Italian gelato professionals, and the quality of authentic Italian-style gelato on the island is genuinely impressive. Ettore Gelato and Massimo are particularly strong for those seeking a traditional Italian standard.
Where can I find gelato in Ubud?
Gaya Gelato has a flagship location at Jalan Raya Kajeng in Ubud and is attached to the Gaya Fusion Gallery. Gelato Secrets also operates an Ubud outlet. Both are conveniently close to the main cultural sights of the town.