Is it customary to tip in Indonesia?

Tipping is not mandatory. However, if you want to tip, perhaps provide 5-10% of the total bill. Restaurants: some restaurants will include 5-10% service charge to their bill. But if they don't levy any service charge, you can tip between Rp10,000 to 10% of the total bill.



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There is no hard and fast rule for tipping in Bali. All hotels and most restaurants have a 17% or 21% tax and service charge included in your bill so it is up to you whether to add any extra tip on top of that. When it comes to tipping drivers or other 'freelancers', it's nice but not required.

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Japan. Unlike Spain, Japan is a country where you should not tip at all; it's actually offensive. In the majority of Japanese restaurants a bill is not brought to the table. Instead, payment is accepted at the bar, so even trying to leave a tip for the waiter can be tricky.

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Tipping in Bali: Hotel
Tipping at your hotel or other accommodation in Bali is not required or expected especially since there is nearly always a service charge added to your bill to cover these services. But, if you received exemplary service and would like to show your appreciation, a small tip is always appreciated.

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We suggest an amount of 5% – 10% of the total villa fee to be shared amongst the 12 staff. This amount is normally charged by resorts on the bill as a service charge. We hope all our staff have worked to please your every need, even the ones that keep a low profile and don't come in contact with you very often.

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You can use credit cards in Bali at most hotels, restaurants and tour operators. However, getting around and experiencing Bali will mean you need local currency (Rupiah) as most smaller local businesses and markets don't have EFT-POS machines. Definitely bring cash with you.

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A hotel may automatically add gratuity to room service (but it's best to double-check). Otherwise, 18% to 20% should suffice. Tipping housekeeping may not be the norm, but it is nice to leave a small gratuity, especially if you leave a big mess or call for extra towels. Anywhere from $3 to $7 daily works, Osten says.

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You can tip the bellboy 20 - 50 baht (. 60 - $1.50) depending on how many bags you have, a tip will not be expected but will be appreciated. The maid at your hotel will not expect a tip but a small 20 - 50 baht (. 60 - $1.50) in an envelope under your pillow would certainly be appreciated.

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Even if the service is poor, it's recommended you leave at least 10 percent. * Check your tab carefully because some places add a gratuity to the bill. You may or may not want to supplement that. For the wait staff at sit-down restaurants, the tip should be 15 percent to 20 percent of the pretax bill.

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