Beach resorts abound in beautiful Bali, a favorite tropical island holiday destination. The Indonesian isle is home to gorgeous stretches of jungle-backed, white-sand beaches and turquoise water, especially around the island's southern tip.
If this is a bucket list vacation, and you are celebrating an anniversary or on your honeymoon, this Indian Ocean paradise delivers romantic resorts with private swimming pool villas and butlers to cater to your every whim. But if you're on a family holiday with the kids and their grandparents and need something on the beach but more affordable, there are plenty of less pricy resorts to meet your needs.
Bali's main beach resort areas are around Seminyak and Nusa Dua. Both are at the southern end of the island. Jimbaran Bay, about 30 minutes from Seminyak Beach, is another area with some luxury resorts in a more secluded locale.
Plan your trip with our list of the best beach resorts in Bali.
1. The Legian Bali
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Accommodation: The Legian Bali
The 5-star Legian Bali is right on beautiful Seminyak Beach. It caters to couples and families alike with stunning manicured grounds and luxe accommodation.
The elegant resort offers a range of rooms and suites that all come with ocean views from furnished balconies. The decor is stylish with Balinese art and dark wood accents throughout.
Other in-room perks include Nespresso machines and Bose sound systems. If you are celebrating your honeymoon or another special occasion book one of the pool villas that come with private swimming pools and lots of tropical foliage.
Amenities include a lovely ocean-facing swimming pool, a full service spa, a kids' club with activities like origami making, and a restaurant. There is also a state-of-the-art gym and wellness program on-site.
Address: Jalan Kayu Aya, Seminyak, 80361, Indonesia
2. The Oberoi Beach Resort Bali
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Accommodation: The Oberoi Beach Resort Bali
Also in Seminyak, the Oberoi Beach Resort Bali sits on the beach. The luxe property features lush tropical gardens throughout and beautifully appointed rooms, suites, and villas. All come with Balinese art and dark wood furnishings and over the top extras, like sunken marble bathtubs.
Book one of the villas if you want your own private swimming pool. Otherwise the hotel's main pool is more than adequate.
Other amenities include a delightful spa with outdoor treatment rooms facing the gardens. You can also book a yoga or pilates class, or work out at the on-site gym. There are two dining options serving a mix of Indonesian and European cuisine.
Address: Jl. Kayu Aya, Seminyak, 80361, Indonesia
3. Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay
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Accommodation: Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay
For beachfront luxury in a secluded locale try the Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay. Located on the water about 30 minutes from Seminyak Beach, the Four Seasons is 5-star luxury at its finest.
The accommodation here comes in the form of swanky villas, which are done up with Balinese art, polished wood furnishings, and beds draped in mosquito nettings that provide a romantic feel. The villas also come with private swimming pools and indoor and outdoor showers.
The resort is popular with couples, as well as families, and it has an on-site kids' club with daily activities. Other amenities include a beach club and, for a fee, water sports like surf lessons, water-biking, and paddleboarding.
There is also a spa that does excellent Balinese massage treatments among other options.
Address: Jimbaran Bay Kuta Selatan, Jimbaran, 80361, Indonesia
4. The Samaya Bali Seminyak
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Accommodation: The Samaya Bali Seminyak
In a lush, tropical garden setting right by Seminyak Beach, the Samaya Bali Seminyak is an all-villa affair. The stylish one- to three-bedroom homes are decorated with Balinese decor and art and come with personal swimming pools and in some instances hot tubs. They also come with butler service.
Resort amenities include a restaurant right on the beach, a luxury spa, a swimming pool, and gym. There is a free breakfast offered each morning, as well as a shuttle service to downtown Seminyak, which is also easily walkable at just a mile away.
Address: Jl. Laksmana, Seminyak, 80361, Indonesia
5. Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach
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Accommodation: Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach
Just across the street from Double Six Beach in Seminyak, the Hotel Indigo Bali is another top beach resort choice. Couples will like the adults-only swimming pool (one of three pools on-site). And while this hotel is not opposed to hosting families, it doesn't have any kid specific amenities like other area resorts, so it tends to attract less families with small children.
Accommodation is in a mix of contemporary rooms, suites, and villas, all of which have plenty of space to move around and stylish decor throughout. There is a small beach club on-site for guests to use, as well as a lovely spa. The three restaurants serve a mix of global and Indonesian cooking.
Address: Jl. Camplung Tanduk no. 10, Seminyak, 80361, Indonesia
6. Mulia Villas
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Accommodation: Mulia Villas
Set on a beautiful white-sand meets turquoise-sea beach along the dramatic Nusa Dua coastline, The Mulia Resort is a luxury resort with a mix of accommodation options.
The villas here are their signature and feature lavish, Balinese-style decor and comfortable beds with top quality linens, while the resort has rooms with equally luxe furnishings and doors with floor-to-ceiling glass opening onto a furnished patio.
There is personalized butler service and extras like complimentary high tea service for guests.
Other on-site amenities include six restaurants, a spa, four swimming pools, and a hot tub. Activities like yoga, tennis, and water sports can also be arranged.
Address: Jl. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan Kawasan Sawangan, Nusa Dua, 80363, Indonesia
7. Padma Resort Legian
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Accommodation: Padma Resort Legian
Set on well-manicured tropical gardens near the beach, Padma Resort Legian is an upscale resort with plenty of on-site amenities to keep you entertained, whether you're traveling with the family or on a romantic vacation.
Rooms are spacious and comfortable and range in size from twins to chalets. All feature Balinese style and wood accents.
There are three outdoor swimming pools, including one designated family friendly with waterslides. There is also a luxe spa with a range of massages and other treatments plus a sauna and steam room.
Other amenities include a hot tub, gym, and tennis courts. For dining, choose from six on-site restaurants. There is also a kids' club.
Address: Jl. Padma no. 1, Legian, 80361, Indonesia
8. The Royal Santrian Luxury Beach Villas
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Accommodation: The Royal Santrian Luxury Beach Villas
The Royal Santrian Luxury Beach Villas offer an exclusive 5-star boutique resort experience to its guests. On Nusa Dua Beach, the Balinese pavilion-style villas have private swimming pools and amazing outdoor living rooms. There are also outdoor showers attached to the giant bathrooms.
Amenities include a restaurant focusing on Asian fusion fare, including teppanyaki and sushi. There is also a visually dazzling infinity pool with sea views and a spa offering the full range of services. Other perks include 24-hour butler service and complimentary afternoon tea.
Address: Jl. Pratama, Tanjung Benoa, 80363, Indonesia
9. The St. Regis Bali Resort
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Accommodation: The St. Regis Bali Resort
In Bali's south, on the beach in the trendy Nusa Dua area, the St. Regis Bali Resort is another excellent luxury choice. The decor throughout is classy with a distinct old-world style about it-think crystal chandeliers, marble, and thick woven tapestry-style rugs.
The accommodation here is ultra swanky. Choose from spacious and elegant suites or the absolutely massive one- or two-bedroom villas with personal swimming pools.
The on-site Remede Spa is perfect for an afternoon of pampering. It offers all sorts of facials and massages and a fantastic outdoor thalassotherapy circuit with different pressure jet stations.
Address: Kawasan Pariwisata, Nusa Dua Lot S6, Nusa Dua, 80363, Indonesia
10. Samabe Bali Suites & Villas
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Accommodation: Samabe Bali Suites & Villas
Set 150 steps above the beach on a cliff in Nusa Dua, the Samabe Bali Suites & Villas offer a stylish, 5-star place to sleep. Appealing to those in search of a more secluded beachfront locale, it offers a mix of elegant rooms, suites, and palatial villas done up with a mix of traditional Indonesian and contemporary decor and ocean views. The villas add private swimming pools.
Although it is a workout to get up after spending some time on it, the private sandy beach at the bottom of the steps is beautiful, and guests can take out kayaks or paddleboards for free.
Other amenities here include a lovely infinity pool with sea views, a luxe spa with a variety of traditional Indonesian treatments, as well as a sauna and two restaurants. There is also a kids' club with planned daily activities on-site that families will appreciate.
Address: Jl. Pura Barong-Barong Sawangan, Nusa Dua, 80363, Indonesia
11. Hilton Bali Resort
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Accommodation: Hilton Bali Resort
A family-friendly luxury option that will also appeal to those on a romantic vacation, the Hilton Bali Resort is on a cliff overlooking the beach in the Nusa Dua resort zone. It is a climb down to it, but the resort has a lovely private beach with water sports on offer. It also has a top-notch kids' club should you be traveling with the little ones.
There are more than 400 rooms and suites with luxe features like deep soaking tubs in marble bathrooms and balconies with ocean views from many. You can also rent a villa that comes with butler service, tons of space, and a private swimming pool.
Other on-site amenities include multiple restaurants including Italian, Balinese, and Japanese cuisine. There is also a dinner theater option inclusive of a Balinese dance performance.
The full service spa is another plus and offers beachfront massages. Finally there is a gym on-site with a sauna, steam room, and hot and cold jetted tubs.
Address: Jl. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Nusa Dua, 80363, Indonesia
12. Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Spa
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Accommodation: Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Spa
Set on Benoa Bay in the Nusa Dua resort area, the Grand Mirage Resort is a good choice if you are looking for an all-inclusive property on Bali that includes food, beverages, water sports, activities, and airport transfers. You can also just book the room, however, which comes with breakfast.
The beachfront property also offers a lot of variety when it comes to accommodation. From spacious hotel rooms to two-bedroom suites, apartments, and pool villas, this place caters to everyone from multi-generational families to groups.
On-site amenities include eight restaurants, multiple swimming pools, and all sorts of activities. There is also a branch of the well respected Thalasso Spa on the grounds.
Address: Jl. Pratama 74, Tanjung Benoa, 80363, Indonesia
13. Conrad Bali
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Accommodation: Conrad Bali
On the Nusa Dua coastline, Conrad Bali features beautiful grounds strewn with fragrant frangipani and other lush tropical plants and even waterfalls.
The luxury resort offers a range of rooms and suites, the latter of which have private infinity pools. There is also an option to rent the larger villas with plunge pools and outdoor bathtubs.
Resort amenities include three restaurants, a spa, gym, and cabanas right on the beach.
Address: Jl. Pratama 168, Tanjung Benoa, 80363, Indonesia
14. InterContinental Bali Resort
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Accommodation: InterContinental Bali Resort
On beautiful Jimbaran Bay, the InterContinental Bali Resort is set amid manicured tropical grounds and blends modern and traditional Balinese designs.
The rooms, suites, and villas here are luxury affairs with marble baths and dark wood furnishings. Book one of the villas if you want a private pool and butler service.
Resort amenities include five restaurants, six swimming pools, a full-service spa, and a gym. There is also a water sports center on-site.
Address: Jl. Uluwatu 45, Jimbaran, 80361, Indonesia
15. The Apurva Kempinski Bali
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Accommodation: The Apurva Kempinski Bali
This new luxury resort in the Nusa Dua area has impressive design that has it cascading down a cliffside to the sea. The Apurva Kempinski Bali features 475 rooms, suites, and villas. Each is done up in contemporary style, with polished dark wood floors and trim. Book one of the oceanfront or cliffside junior suites for a private plunge pool experience.
Amenities are plentiful here. There is a beautiful stretch of beachfront lined with sun loungers and umbrellas, and the resort can organize all sorts of water activities. If you are traveling as a family, kids stay free and have their own swimming pool. There is also a Family Club on-site, which offers activities parents and children can do together.
There are multiple restaurants on the grounds serving international and regional specialities. Also make sure to check out the oceanfront spa, which features Balinese-healing inspired treatments.
Address: Jl. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Nusa Dua 80361 Indonesia
16. The Villas at AYANA Resort
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Accommodation: The Villas at AYANA Resort
Taking luxury to a whole new level with its gorgeous design that includes a floating villa lobby, The Villas at AYANA Resort occupy a 90-hectare sanctuary atop the cliffs overlooking Jimbaran Bay and the Indian Ocean. If you live for sunsets, they are phenomenal at this resort.
Each villa comes with a private swimming pool and is spacious and beautifully decorated. You'll find Balinese art, oversized marble baths, thatched roofs, and living areas with elegant decor opening onto large patios filled with comfy seating spots. Villas come with butler service.
The property welcomes couples and families alike. If you are traveling with children, there is a kids' club on-site, and babysitting can also be arranged.
Amenities here are equally plentiful. Besides a beautiful stretch of private beach with sun loungers, umbrellas, and top-notch service, there is a golf course, main swimming pool, tennis courts, and a fitness center.
There is also an ultra luxe spa. Book one of their sumptuous massages or other treatments, and you'll also have access to the seawater therapy pool.
There are 19 dining options at the resort, which also offers rooms and suites in a different area. Choose from Indonesian and International favorites. The extensive Balinese buffet restaurant is also meant to provide an authentic Balinese village experience, as it sits in an outdoor amphitheater, and is a popular choice.
Address: Jl. Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran 80364 Indonesia
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