Where to stay in Bali with kids?

by Kate
August 18, 2026
Regions of Bali
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One of the most common questions I get asked is where are the best places to stay in Bali with kids? This often depends on what your family wants from your Bali family holiday, and your budget can determine what will work for you.

The following is a quick rundown of the most popular spots to stay in Bali with kids. Over our 15 trips to Bali, we have stayed in Ubud, Kuta, Seminyak, Canggu, Sanur, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Lovina, Amed, Candidasa, Sidemen, Nusa Lembongan, Legian, Munduk, Bingin, Uluwatu and Tanjung Benoa.

This blog post should help you decide the best places to stay in Bali with kids. For a more comprehensive guide on what to do in Bali with kids, check out our blog post on things to do. If you need more help, feel free to join our Facebook Group. It has so much information, as it has been active since 2017 and has over 16,600 group members.

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Please note: The things to do and places to stay listed under each area are not extensive. There are many fantastic places to visit in Bali; it would be impossible to list them all.

Best Places to Stay in Bali With Kids

Each different area in Bali has something for every family. You may want to spend your Bali family holiday in more than one place to enjoy all that Bali has to offer:

  • There are lots of activities for the kids to do and excellent family resorts: Legian or Kuta
  • Fantastic food, nightlife, shopping: Seminyak
  • Great food, easy to get around, quieter: Sanur
  • Relaxation, family time, 5-star resorts: Nusa Dua
  • Watersports, Family-friendly all-inclusive resorts: Tanjung Benoa
  • Great food, easy to explore the island: Ubud
  • Yummy food, massive beach clubs: Canggu
  • Beautiful sunsets with a relaxed vibe: Jimbaran or Uluwatu
  • Exploring temples and snorkelling: Amed or Candidasa
  • Culture and stunning views: Sidemen
  • A chilled-out, relaxed island with a great range of food options: Nusa Lembongan
  • Mountain views and cooler weather: Munduk
  • Relaxation and epic snorkelling and diving: Pemuteran

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Kuta

Great shopping malls, Waterbom Water Park and the beach is close to the top family resorts in Kuta. The beach path is great for walking with the family and is pram-friendly. Kuta has developed a reputation over the years, but not always a positive one. Post-COVID, it feels different and more laid-back.

New Oasis Garden area at Waterbom Waterpark

Kuta Family Accommodation

Things to do in Kuta

Positives

  • Great range of family resorts with waterslides and kids’ facilities
  • Malls with shopping, cinemas, and play areas are common in Kuta
  • Restaurants tend to be quite good value for money and family-friendly
  • Easy access to Waterbom Waterpark

Drawbacks

  • Kuta can be busy, but is surprisingly less frantic post-COVID
  • If you are searching for upmarket restaurants with outstanding food, it’s harder to find in Kuta
  • The range of villas is not as extensive but can be cheap, so perfect for a tighter budget
Beach path in Kuta

Legian

Legian is situated between Kuta and Seminyak. Legian offers a great balance of yummy food at reasonable prices and good shopping while avoiding the hectic nature of Seminyak. It is also home to our favourite Bail family resort, The Padma Legian.

Legian Beach at sunset

Legian Family Accommodation

Things to do in Legian

Positives

  • Great beach bars for sunsets
  • A range of cafes and restaurants that are value for money
  • Indoor playgrounds

Drawbacks

  • Need to drive to attractions to visit
  • Family resorts in Legian can be on the pricey side
  • Streets can be busy when walking with the kids
  • Traffic can be slow
Coffee Club Legian Kids Club

Seminyak

Seminyak is one of my favourite spots to stay in Bali, mainly because of the food and shopping! The restaurants and cafes are exceptional, and deciding where to eat is hard. You will always find excellent coffee in Seminyak.

When it comes to where to stay in Seminyak, my general rule is to stay on the beach side of Sunset Road, as it’s tough to cross, especially with kids. The only exception I make here is the Trans Resort, as it’s right on the northern end, and crossing the road is much easier.

Sunset on Seminyak Beach

Seminyak Family Accommodation

Things to do in Seminyak

Positives

  • Food options are elite, and coffee is fantastic
  • Shopping is great, including fixed-priced shops and markets
  • A vast range of resorts and villas on offer, something for every budget
  • Sunset walks along the beach
  • Check out the range of villas with Villa Finder

Drawbacks

  • Traffic can be heavy at times, especially late afternoon/night
  • The streets can get busy to walk along with kids
  • A limited number of kids’ playgrounds and cafes are designed with kids in mind
  • Food and shops are more expensive, and you may expect to pay Western prices at times.
Seminyak with kids
Fun at Mrs Sippy

Sanur

We love Sanur and have stayed there many times since our first visit in 2012. It has a chilled-out vibe but still has plenty of restaurants, spas, and shopping to keep the family happy. Icon Mall, located on the beach, has a great range of restaurants and shops, plus Timezone and Cinemas. I recommend staying on the beach side of the Bypass road. The bypass has six lanes across, and it is challenging to cross on foot. It could work for your family if your budget is tight and you don’t mind taking taxis.

Sanur sunrise

Sanur Family Accommodation

Things to do in Sanur

Positives

  • The beach path is fantastic for younger kids
  • It is easy to get around Sanur on a bike or a short taxi ride
  • Great range of affordable family villas
  • Great location in Bali to explore Ubud and the East Coast

Drawbacks

  • Some families think Sanur is too quiet, they prefer the nightlife of Seminyak/Legian/Kuta
Sanur Beach path

Canggu

Canggu’s vibe is busy, and it seems like a new cafe opens each week. It is spread out over a large area, so having access to transport is a must. Traffic can be an absolute nightmare, however. We had previously walked home after getting stuck in a traffic jam that hadn’t been moving for hours! There is an excellent range of family-friendly villas in Canggu, but you won’t find family resorts like Kuta, Legian, and Seminyak.

Canggu beach

Canggu Family Accommodation

Things to do in Canggu

Positives

  • A vast range of restaurants and cafes catering to families
  • Canggu is home to huge beach clubs
  • A great range of villas suitable for families

Drawbacks

  • Canggu is very spread out, and it can be tricky to walk with a stroller due to the lack of footpaths
  • Traffic is crazy, and Canggu can be easier to get around by bike, not by car
  • You will find limited family resorts with kid’s facilities
  • Sometimes, Insta influencers can get on your nerves, and they tend not to wear very much, even in cafes
Canggu traffic at sunset

Jimbaran

Just south of the airport, Jimbaran offers beautiful sunsets and seafood at the many beachside cafes. It is a great spot to relax and enjoy everything the resorts provide. We enjoyed Jimbaran for a few days because of its slower pace. It is in a great central location, making it easy to explore local areas.

Jimbaran Beach at sunset

Jimbaran Family Accommodation

Things to do in Jimbaran

Positives

  • The beach is great with younger kids and has the most beautiful sunsets
  • Close to the airport and easy to access Nusa Dua, Kuta, and Uluwatu for day trips
  • Movenpick Resort with Samasta Lifestyle Village is well set up for families to visit

Drawbacks

  • Jimbaran is quite laid-back and lacks the market shopping of Kuta/Legian. Some families find it too quiet
  • The range of family-friendly restaurants is slowly increasing
Movenpick Resort Pool

Uluwatu

South of Jimbaran lies the area known as Uluwatu, or the Bukit Peninsula. It has a vast range of luxurious 5-star resorts along stunning cliff edges, as well as family villas near Bingin and Balangan Beach.

Best Beaches in Bali
Bingin Beach at Sunset

Uluwatu Family Accommodation

Things to do in Uluwatu

Positives

  • A vast range of luxury 5-star resorts
  • Great family villas
  • Excellent surfing for experienced surfers
  • Relaxing and quiet

Drawbacks

  • Cliff edges along the coast mean climbing stairs, many of which are used to access some beaches. Many 5-star resorts have inclinators to access the beach
  • It is more remote from the tourist areas, with fewer shops
Sundays Beach Club
Sunday’s Beach Club

Nusa Dua

The gated Nusa Dua community is close to the airport and features a range of 5-star resorts. This is the place to go for relaxation and excellent in-resort facilities. While you may not see the ‘real’ Bali here, it is still a fantastic option for families wanting to spend time together and relax.

Beach in front of Westin Nusa Dua

Nusa Dua Family Accommodation

Things to do in Nusa Dua

Positives

  • A fantastic range of 5-star resorts of different budgets
  • A relaxing, quiet environment
  • The beach is clean and well-looked after

Drawbacks

  • As Nusa Dua is a gated community, some families say it lacks the authentic feel of Bali
  • Limited cheaper shops, markets, and restaurants
  • Villas are expensive and limited
Surfing at Nusa Dua

Tanjung Benoa

Tanjung Benoa is also a short drive from the airport and is located north of Nusa Dua. Compared to Nusa Dua, it has local shops, restaurants, and supermarkets directly outside the resorts. Tanjung Benoa is known for its water sports and beach activities. The beach path is easy to walk along and is very toddler-friendly.

Beach at Holiday Inn Benoa

Tanjung Benoa Family Accommodation

Things to do in Tanjung Benoa

Positives

  • Easy access to water sports
  • Slower pace and is very relaxing
  • Great family resorts with a range of activities

Drawbacks

  • It is a quieter area with limited shops and restaurants, and some families find it too quiet
Mason walking to Cocomart in 2023 outside the Grand Mirage Resort

Ubud

I love Ubud. It is one of my favourite spots in Bali for its great restaurants, spectacular spas, market shopping and stunning views around every corner. The footpaths can be difficult with strollers, so maybe consider this if you want to use them with younger kids or bub. Ride-share apps like Grab and GoJek are now easy to use, so getting transport is an option.

Sweet Orange Walk Trail Ubud

Ubud Family Accommodation

Things to do in Ubud

Positives

  • Incredible food options
  • Temples and museums to explore
  • Easy to explore the island
  • Gorgeous rice field, terrace, mountain views

Drawbacks

  • Challenging to walk around with younger kids.
  • Limited kids’ clubs in resorts and playgrounds for the kids to play on (this has improved in 2023)
Westin Ubud Pool

Amed

We stayed in Amed in June 2022, and I can only say I am in love! The chilled-out vibe and slow pace of Amed are a wonderful way to reconnect as a family. Snorkelling is easy to access, and the beaches are great for kids to swim in. Diving in Amed is fantastic and one of the best diving locations in Bali.

Amed Beach

Amed Family Accommodation

Things to do in Amed

Positives

  • Fantastic snorkelling and diving
  • A great base to explore the East Coast of Bali
  • Very laid back and quiet

Drawbacks

  • The drive is a long distance from the airport, and it will take at least 2.5 hours without stops. In sections, the road can be very windy, so something to consider if family members get car sick
  • Amed has a few shops, but don’t expect shopping malls or waterparks for the kids
Sunrise in Amed

Candidasa

A great option for basing yourself to explore East Bali and access the fabulous beaches nearby. There is a fantastic range of beachfront resorts in Candidasa.

Virgin Beach

Candidasa Family Accommodation

Things to do in Candidasa

Positives

  • Quieter and more laid back than South Bali
  • Great snorkelling and diving nearby
  • Excellent location to explore East Bali

Drawbacks

  • A 1.5-hour drive from the airport
  • If the weather is rainy and stormy, the kids could get bored
Beach in front of Candi Beach Resort and Spa

Sidemen

Sidemen is a must for exposing the kids to nature and beautiful natural views. The small town has a good range of restaurants and cafes, with ATMs and food stores also available.

Sidemen

Sidemen Family Accommodation

Things to do in Sidemen

Positives

  • Fantastic rice paddy walks and nature
  • Quiet and less touristy compared to the south

Drawbacks

  • The kids could perhaps get bored after a couple of days with the lack of shops and entertainment centres
  • 1.5 hr drive from the airport
  • No major supermarkets or shops
Wapa Di Ume Sidemen pool

The Rest of Bali

Venturing to North Bali is a wonderful way to experience all that Bali has to offer. Munduk is a cooler, wonderful area of Bali to explore, with waterfalls and stunning views. Pemuteran is a great option further into North West Bali for families who love snorkelling, diving and a slower pace. There are many more regions of Bali that deserve a mention. One thing to consider is the longer drive times to reach these areas, especially if you have family members who are prone to car sickness.

Ulun Danu Beratan Temple

Accommodation

Things to do

Positives

  • If you are searching for the ‘real’ Bali, exploring outside the tourist areas will reveal the beautiful Bali countryside and culture. Even if it’s just a day trip, do it at least once with the kids
  • Fewer tourists

Drawbacks

  • Travel times can be long, especially with kids
  • Limited access to shops compared to tourist areas
Sunrise ethical Dolphin Tour Pemuteran

Islands near Bali

There are some fantastic islands near Bali, including Nusa Lembongan, Lombok, and the Gili Islands. We have yet to visit Lombok or the Gili Islands, but we stayed on Nusa Lembongan in 2019 and loved it. The Lembongan Traveller has excellent tips on how to travel to the islands.

Nusa Lembongan

The stunning island of Nusa Lembongan is a 30-minute boat ride from Sanur. The island is great for exploring with the kids, with mini golf and many family-friendly restaurants. Locations to stay with families are Mushroom Bay, Jungutbatu Beach, and Tamarind Beach. Check out our blog post on Nusa Lembongan with kids.

Lembongan Beach Island Villas pool

Nusa Lembongan Family Accommodation

Things to do on Nusa Lembongan

Positives

  • Laid-back with beautiful sunset views
  • Great snorkelling and diving
  • It is easy to get around on the island in golf carts; there is no need for a motorbike to explore
  • Easy to explore Nusa Ceningan and Nusa Penida

Drawbacks

  • Some people struggle with the boat ride across to the island. If you get seasick, take some tablets or find something to help you with the ride.
  • Medical facilities are lacking on the island
  • No supermarkets or shopping centres, this can be a positive 😉
  • Lack of nannies on the island. You can ask where you are staying, but it is harder to organise than in Bali
Coconut Beach Nusa Lembongan

I hope you enjoyed this blog post on where to stay in Bali with kids. Need assistance with the arrival procedures for Bali? Check out our blog post full of info on Visas and what happens when you arrive at Bali airport.

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    • Jenna
    • June 19, 2022
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    I came across your site as I we have just decided to get married in Bali in 4 months as my family are going to meet us there from the UK. (My partner is from Tassie and we live in Melbourne). Thank you so much for writing a detailed blog where I can consider what’s best for my nieces, 2 sets of parents and us!

    • Amy
    • February 7, 2026
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    Thank you so much, Kate. Your blog is truly fantastic. I feel completely reassured now and ready to book our trip and just embrace it, with Waterbom firmly at the top of our list.

    My daughter has ASD and is non-verbal. She connects through smiles, eye contact, and her stimming, which is just part of who she is. As a single mum, I felt really on edge about bringing her overseas on my own, but your videos at both Padma resorts changed everything for me.

    Seeing you walk through the resorts as if we were right there beside you made such a difference. Websites only show so much, but the way you take the time to explain each area while filming gave me a real sense of what it would actually be like to be there. It felt calm, clear, and safe.

    Honestly, it was magical to watch, and it gave me all the confidence I needed to finally hit the go button. Thank you for that.

      • Kate
      • February 8, 2026
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      Hi Amy, ahh I’m so pleased that it help you out. I completely understand the challenges of parenting a neuro diverse child but we love going to Bali as the Balinese are so amazing with Mason. I often feel more at ease with him in Bali than I do going out in Australia. Thanks Kate

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      • Kate
      • August 22, 2026
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      Hi Wulan, Thank you for reaching out. I will email you regarding a collaboration. Kind Regards, Kate

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