Bali Airport's 4.9-star legendary shop: Lifesaver or massive tourist trap?
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2026-02-01
Wondering about that 4.9-star rated cafe at Bali's airport? This review dives into The Coffee Club, uncovering whether it's a pre-flight oasis or a tourist trap. While it boasts a fantastic ambiance, comfy sofas, and delicious coffee and cakes, be warned. The hot food can be a letdown, and the service is notoriously slow. This guide helps you decide if it's the perfect spot to relax or a gamble you shouldn't take before your flight.
Every time I drag my suitcase through Bali airport, ready to leave, I feel utterly drained. It's always packed, and all I want is a good place to Nongkrong. So when I saw The Coffee Club, with its Google rating of 4.9 and 8000+ reviews, my eyes lit up! I thought I'd found a savior! But... Anjay! This story has a few twists, so sit down and let me tell you.
An 'Oasis' in the Airport, or a 'Mirage'?
As soon as I walked in, the ambiance was indeed impeccable. Sofas so soft you sink right in[1], tasteful background music, and the AC blasting, instantly isolating you from the airport's hustle and bustle. This atmosphere is definitely top-tier for waiting for a red-eye flight.
I found a corner, sat down, and ordered their signature Big Breakfast[2], hoping to have one last good meal before leaving, plus a sea salt caramel espresso[3] that many people recommended.
The coffee arrived first, Mantap! The taste was spot on, icy and refreshing, with a perfect balance of sweetness and coffee bitterness, no cheap syrup feel.
But! When I eagerly cut into that 'Big Breakfast,' I fell silent... The scrambled eggs were as dry as a sponge, the mushrooms tasted a bit strange, and the whole plate just looked 'tired'[4]. My friend's cheesecake[5], however, was the best of the bunch – dense and rich, with a generous portion, which salvaged a bit of goodwill.
Honestly, there are some things I just have to complain about
Alright, enough praise, now it's time for the editor's complaints. The biggest problem with this place is its 'Schrödinger's service' and 'mysterious efficiency'.
You might encounter an angelic server, warm and attentive[6]; or you might get a weirdo who scowls the whole time, or even discriminates against customers who look Lokal[7]. The serving speed is even more infuriating; waiting 20 minutes for a cup of tea or over half an hour for a sandwich is commonplace[8]. Friends rushing for a flight, promise me, do NOT come here to test your patience!
As for prices, it's an airport, you know, generally on the higher side. But some charges are truly baffling, like asking if you want to add fruit, only for it to be an extra charge – a definite tourist trap[9].
Editor's Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls (Recommended for saving)
So, should you come or not? Don't rush, you'll know after reading this guide.
Overall, treating it as a 'paid airport lounge' might give you a better mindset. Want to eat a meal? Good luck with that. 🤷♀️
- If you're in a hurry: Don't come! Head straight to security, don't look back.
- If you have plenty of time and want a place to rest your feet: You can come. But head straight for the dessert counter! Order a cheesecake[10] or another cake, paired with a coffee, for the highest safety factor.
- Regarding seating: Those most comfortable sofa areas might have a minimum spend or guest limit[11]. Even if the place is empty, they might not let you sit there, so it's best to ask before ordering to avoid awkwardness.
- Best time to dine: It's recommended to come before going through security. Because after security, the options inside are fewer and more expensive, and at least the ambiance and cakes here are decent[12].
- This airport cafe has 4.9 stars, 8000+ reviews. Is it a travel oasis or full of unexpected twists?
- Must-try: the rich, dense cheesecake. It's generously portioned, an unexpected airport sweet comfort.[1]
- Service is a gamble: you could get warm, thoughtful angel servers or scowling staff. Pure luck![2][3]
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