located about 54 km on the south coast of Mataram. It is famous for its beaches and great surfing. There is a good variety of accommodation and restaurants in the area, including the architecturally spectacular and luxurious Novotel Coralia Resort located on one of the most picturesque beaches in the area. Kuta is popular with surfers and holiday makers seeking sun and sea. Kuta has an expansively beautiful white sand beach and is a good base for exploring the stunningly beautiful southern coastline.