Tourists’ Bali Hotel Booking for Aesthetic Appeal Leads to Unexpected Rainy Bathroom Experience
Bali, Indonesia – A recent viral video shared on TikTok has brought to light the unexpected realities that travelers can face when booking accommodations primarily for their aesthetic appeal. The video, posted by user @mimimeepmeep, humorously captures the challenges encountered when enjoying an open-air bathroom at a Bali hotel during an unexpected rain shower.
In the short clip, viewers are first shown a glimpse of a charming kitchen area before the camera shifts to reveal a spacious outdoor bathroom and shower setup. The openness that embodies the hotel’s aesthetic charm quickly turns inconvenient, as rain pours directly into the bathroom space. In a lighthearted moment, a person is seen sitting fully clothed on the toilet lid, wearing a raincoat to shield themselves from the downpour. Text overlaid on the video states, “When you book a hotel for the outside aesthetics but it’s raining,” with the caption clarifying, “We just wanted the bathroom aesthetics in Bali…”
Responding to the video’s attention, the original poster reassured viewers that the man was not actually using the toilet during the rain and emphasized that despite the soggy surprise, the hotel itself “was actually amazing.”
The clip struck a nerve with viewers worldwide, sparking a wide range of reactions. Many expressed confusion and concern about the idea of outdoor bathrooms. Comments ranged from disbelief to discomfort, with one user questioning, “Why would you want this?” while others admitted it would be a nightmare due to worries about bugs and safety. Some users bluntly rated the comfort level as “0/10,” highlighting the potential downsides of prioritizing hotel aesthetics over practical considerations.
This episode arrives amid a surge in global travel, with a recent 2026 travel trends report by Priceline indicating that travelers plan to spend an average of 15 days on leisure trips next year and intend to increase their travel budgets. The report highlights a growing popular trend towards more adventurous beach destinations like Bali, as 74 percent of travelers seek more thrilling experiences beyond just relaxation. Activities such as jungle hikes, parasailing, jet skiing, and cliff diving are increasingly favored over traditional beach lounging.
Additionally, the report reveals that travelers, including many from Generation Z, are embracing spontaneous trips intended purely as mood lifters, rather than trips tied to specific holidays or long vacation periods. About 65 percent of travelers admitted to booking trips “just because,” reflecting a shift in vacation planning behavior.
As Bali continues to attract tourists with its blend of natural beauty and unique accommodation styles, experiences like these serve as a reminder that the realities of travel can sometimes diverge sharply from the polished images seen online—especially when Mother Nature has other plans.
Newsweek reached out to the TikTok video’s poster for additional comment. The clip and its contents have not been independently verified.
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