Denpasar, Bali — As one of the world’s leading tourism destinations, Bali is home to approximately 3,000 hotels, including 498 classified star-rated properties. However, as of early 2026, only 115 hotels have obtained Disaster Preparedness Certification (SKB) issued by the Provincial Disaster Management Agency.
To address this gap, the Bali Provincial Disaster Management Agency (BPBD Bali) continues to encourage tourism stakeholders to strengthen safety standards by participating in the Disaster Preparedness Certification program for hotels and tourism facilities.
The certification is granted after a hotel successfully meets 31 disaster preparedness indicators, covering aspects such as evacuation planning, safety systems, emergency response procedures, and disaster risk management. Hotels must comply with all indicators before certification can be awarded.
According to Dr. I Gede Teja, Chief Executive of the Bali Provincial Disaster Management Agency (BPBD Bali), the certification aims to ensure that hotels are capable of managing disaster risks effectively in order to protect guests, employees, and the surrounding environment.
“If a hotel fulfills all 31 indicators, BPBD will grant the certification. However, if even one requirement is not met, the certification process will be postponed until the standards are fully achieved,” he told media on Saturday, 7 March.
The initiative reflects Bali’s broader commitment to ensuring that tourism development is not only supported by the island’s rich culture and natural beauty, but also by strong safety and resilience standards. “Bali tourism should not rely solely on its culture and landscapes. Safety is equally important. Disaster risks must be mitigated through proper preparedness systems,” Teja added.
Progress Toward Safer Tourism Infrastructure
Currently, the number of certified hotels represents only a small portion of the island’s hospitality sector. With 115 certified hotels out of 498 star-rated properties, authorities acknowledge that significant work remains to strengthen disaster preparedness across the industry. Nevertheless, the program is considered an important initial step toward building a safer and more resilient tourism sector.
Most certified hotels are located in Badung Regency, where the highest concentration of hotels can be found, particularly in tourism areas such as Kuta, Nusa Dua, and Seminyak. A number of hotels in Denpasar and Karangasem Regency have also received the certification.
Understanding Disaster Risks in Bali
BPBD Bali emphasizes that every hotel in Bali faces different types of disaster risks, depending on its geographical location. Coastal tourism areas, for example, may face potential hazards such as earthquakes, tsunamis, flooding, fires, extreme weather events, disease outbreaks, and security threats.
“There is no area in Bali completely free from disaster risks. The difference lies in the type of risk each location faces,” Teja noted.
Expanding the Program Beyond Hotels
In addition to hotels, BPBD Bali has begun expanding the Disaster Preparedness Certification program to hospitals, aiming to ensure that healthcare facilities are capable of responding effectively during emergencies and managing potential surges in patients during major disasters.
The program is implemented under the framework of Bali Provincial Regulation No. 5 of 2020 on Disaster Preparedness Certification and Bali Governor Regulation No. 52 of 2021, which provide the legal foundation for disaster preparedness certification across key public and tourism facilities.
BaliCEB Applauds Preventive Efforts
Meanwhile, the Bali Convention & Exhibition Bureau (BaliCEB) expressed its appreciation to the Bali Provincial Government and the hospitality industry for continuously strengthening disaster preparedness through regular assessments and certification programs.
Chairperson of BaliCEB, Ketut Jaman, emphasized that such preventive measures are essential to ensure the safety of visitors and local communities, particularly in a global tourism destination like Bali.
"BaliCEB appreciates the commitment of the provincial government and hotel operators in conducting regular disaster preparedness assessments. These preventive efforts are crucial to minimize potential casualties should an unforeseen natural disaster occur."
He added that strengthening safety standards across tourism facilities will further reinforce Bali’s reputation as a secure and resilient destination for international meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE).