The beat is dropping, the lasers are charged, and Southeast Asia’s biggest electronic music festival is back. Djakarta Warehouse Project (DWP) 2025 returns to the magnificent GWK Cultural Park from December 12-14, bringing titans like Calvin Harris and Skrillex to the stage.
For thousands of music lovers, the biggest question isn’t who to see, but where to stay. The hotels in Ungasan and Jimbaran right next to the venue are already overflowing, with prices surging and traffic expected to be a gridlock.
But for the sophisticated traveler, there is a better way. Discover why staying just down the hill in Nusa Dua is the strategic move, and why Merusaka is the best resort in Bali for your festival weekend basecamp.
DWP 2025 Essentials
When: December 12 – 14, 2025
Where: GWK Cultural Park (Just 20 mins from Merusaka).
The Lineup: Calvin Harris, Skrillex, Steve Angello, and more.
The Strategy: Stay close enough to reach the party quickly, but in a sanctuary where you can actually sleep and recover.
The Strategic Choice: Why Nusa Dua?
Veteran festival-goers know that your choice of hotel makes or breaks your weekend.
- The Trap: Staying too close (Ungasan/Jimbaran) means being trapped in non-stop noise and gridlocked traffic. Staying too far (Canggu/Seminyak) means a grueling 2-hour commute.
- The Solution: Merusaka is located just a breezy 20-30 minute drive from GWK. You have a direct, easy route to the festival gates, but when the music stops, you escape back to a quiet, secure, 5-star beachfront sanctuary.
Elevate Your Festival Experience
Don’t just survive the festival; thrive in it. Here is how Merusaka enhances your weekend:
- Fuel Up at the Best All-Inclusive Resort Why worry about finding food or drinks before the show? Merusaka is renowned as the best all inclusive resort in the area. With our all-inclusive package, your pre-festival needs are covered. Fuel up with a gourmet dinner and premium drinks before you head out, and return to endless hydration and comfort food without ever looking at a bill.
- World-Class Recovery After dancing for 8 hours, you need more than just a bed. You need a sanctuary. Our direct pool access rooms allow you to wake up and slide straight into the cooling water—the ultimate refresh. Plus, a session at The Spa is the perfect way to work out the knots and get your legs ready for Round 2.
- The Best Value Resort in Bali While villas near GWK are charging premium “festival rates” for room-only stays, Merusaka remains the best value resort in Bali. We offer 5-star beachfront luxury, expansive pools, and incredible service often for a price comparable to a standard room in the overcrowded festival zone.
Pro Tip: Traffic to GWK will be heavy. We recommend booking a private car with our Concierge for a designated drop-off and pick-up time, ensuring you travel in air-conditioned comfort and safety.
