In Reply to: where to stay posted by mba on Friday, 22. June 2012 at 15:04 Bali Time:
Legian is only a $2-$3 taxi ride from Kuta, but less busy, a bit cleaner & as its a bit smaller the traders will soon learn when they cant sell you anything.
I'd suggest Legian.
Kuta is a nice place to visit, but I dont think a good place to stay.