In Reply to: meaning of online reservation posted by Voff on Friday, 26. September 2008 at 15:01 Bali Time:
I think it will depend on when you are planning to travel to Bali.
It appears to be very busy between now and January.
If you make a booking online, at least you will secure accomodation that hopefully meets your expectation.
Lots of Hotels offer cheaper rates if you book online.
Good luck.