Written by Alya Maisarah
Co-written by Soma Dutta, Nadia Crowe
Edited by Beverley Lennon
If you think Bali wouldn’t be as fun if you’re traveling with the kids – these family-friendly beach resorts will make you think otherwise! In fact, it might actually be a great choice for a family vacation.
True, kids have a different definition of fun compared to us adults. But, when you are getting pools and facilities that are specially tailored for kids, combined with everything we adults love about resorts – who’s complaining?
So, if you’re considering going to Bali with your family and are looking for places that will maximise your fun quotient to put up at – take a pick out of these family-friendly resorts you can stay at! From affordable to luxurious options – your family fun would be guaranteed!
Note:The prices reflected below are the low season rates, and they exclude tax and service charges. Accommodation rates often change with room availability, and low or high seasons. We recommend double checking for the final prices before confirming your booking.
1. Your perfect vacation soundtrack: Hard Rock Hotel Bali
Let’s get the party started at Hard Rock Hotel Bali! All the little and big rockers rush to the paradise of music, fun and family parties where everyone becomes a rock star!
To get access to all the fun activities such as rockwall climbing challenge, your young ones have to join the Roxity Kids Club for the special adventures. Take part in the Kids Olympics and maybe you’ll bring a medal home with you!
For the tired parents, get that well-deserved rest on the Sand Island, surrounded by the largest free-form swimming pool in Bali. Find shelter in the cabanas, order food and refreshments from Splash Bistro and enjoy it under the shade with your feet cooling off in the pool.
Meanwhile, you can watch your kids go down the waterslide ecstatically, splashing into a supervised, child-safe pool. They would love walking on the water in a giant zorbing ball and other pool activities! Kids get to have their own swim-up bar too, so let them paddle off to The Shack Junior for their juice fix after excessive fun (if this can even be excessive!).
For lunch, we recommend Starz Diner with indoor and outdoor seating and serves international cuisine. Kids who are members of Roxity Kids Club can have lunch for free!
And this has to be favourite part for every child (or child-at-heart) – ultimate foam party, held every Saturday at 4pm! Have a family foam fight and see who gets lost under the foam as first!
Your littlest babies (6 months to 3 years) can now have their fair share of fun at the newly opened Lullaby Kids Club. The experienced nursery teachers will take care of your babies for 2 hours a day as though they were their own. That gives you enough time for a romantic sunset cocktail or a movie night with your partner!
After that long day of excitement, retire for the night at the Roxity Family Suite, which is piled full of children’s entertainment such as PlayStation 4. Teenagers can even rent a guitar and take a TV guitar lessons or become DJs with a rented mixer and iPad! Here at Hard Rock Hotel Bali, music is everywhere.
Also: Read about our review on stay & experiences at Hard Rock Hotel Bali!
Hard Rock Hotel Bali
Rate: Roxity Family Suite from USD $225 (approximately Rp. 3,550,000), Luxury Kids Suite from USD 330 (approximately Rp. 5,250,000)
Address: Jalan Pantai Kuta, Banjar Pande Mas, Kuta, Bali, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 761869
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Check rate on Traveloka Travelling with kids can be quite a hassle, it becomes even more of a challenge if you’re travelling with various people of different ages! You need to make sure to find rooms that will accommodate everyone (or at least which have interconnecting doors), a place which will preferably have lots of activities for the little ones, beyond that though, you need to find a resort which will allow you and the rest of your crew to enjoy yourselves as well!
Travelling with kids can be quite a hassle, it becomes even more of a challenge if you’re travelling with various people of different ages! You need to make sure to find rooms that will accommodate everyone (or at least which have interconnecting doors), a place which will preferably have lots of activities for the little ones, beyond that though, you need to find a resort which will allow you and the rest of your crew to enjoy yourselves as well!
Located just a stone’s throw away from the beach, and incredibly close to the airport, Padma Resort Legian isn’t lacking in all things sun, sand and sea.
Their best feature though? The swimming pool, or should I say ‘pools’! Decked out with five different pools, you could easily spend the whole day hopping in and out from one to another!
Not only that; this gorgeous resort seems to have endless greenery, great for kids to run around and perfect for a post-breakfast stroll around nature!
Coming back to the essentials – while the main pool is the perfect place for the family to base themselves, the lagoon pool is great for transporting yourself to a tropical paradise! The family pool will be the apple of all the kiddo’s eyes, featuring multiple slides, and a colourful mushroom fountain for endless fun!
For those who are a little older and looking to get away from all the commotion that the little ones cause, there’s an adults-only infinity pool which serves as the ultimate sunset location.
Relax by the swim-up bar with one of Padma Legian’s giant martinis in hand as the lowering sun makes the waves glitter around you! Don’t worry about letting the cocktails flow too much, your little ones will be safe and sound at the kids club.
Now, if you happen to be there on a Friday, you’re in luck as you can party it up with their live music sessions! And when it comes to food, Padma Legian doesn’t exclude either; whatever your dietary needs they’ll accommodate!
They even provide gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options or any other dietary requirement you might have. If you’re feeling a bit more creative, make your own sandwich or salad in the Deli where they cater to your meal completely to your liking!
Probably most essential, you also get to enjoy a departure lounge that welcomes guests for free – an absolute comfort when you have a late-night flight and in need of a shower and rest after having explored the last bits of Bali! Clearly, Padma Resort Legian understands when it comes to travelling with the whole family!
Also: Read our hotel review of Padma Resort Legian
Padma Resort Legian
Rates: Famly Room from USD $399 for 2 adults and 2 kids (Approximately Rp. 5,979,832)
Address: Jl. Padma No. 1 Legian – Bali 80361 Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 752 111
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3. Enjoy one of the best areas in Bali with this incredible stay – FuramaXclusive Ocean Beach Seminyak
Seminyak is one of the most renowned areas in Bali, much better than its older brother Kuta, and more established than its up and coming little sister Canggu. You’ll find a mix of both the hipster, the modern, and the traditional in Seminyak, which makes it the most convenient place to base yourself with your little family!
FuramaXclusive Ocean Beach Seminyak lets you enjoy this hip beachtown – it is family-friendly like no other!
Now, of course, one of the best features of this place is the pool. Meandering through the different buildings, it almost feels as though you’re swimming in the canals of Venice!
If you’re feeling a little worn out though, the massive waterpark will keep them busy! Decked out with multicoloured slides, endless places to climb, and a steady flow of fountains, it’s a literal child haven.
With Double Six beach just a simple hop over the street from it, and an endless row of gourmet restaurants next to it, there’s really nothing else you need during your stay in Bali.
A quick walk down the road takes you to all the souvenir shops you can imagine,massage parlours are plentiful, and anything else you may find yourself wondering about is merely a short taxi ride away!
FuramaXclusive Ocean Beach Seminyak
Rates: Studio from USD $43 (approximately Rp. 652,742) (2 Adults + 1 Kid)
Address: JI Arjuna 88X Legian, Kuta, Bali 80361 Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 737400
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The first thing you need to know about Bali Mandira?
You will enjoy a plethora of facilities at the resort, along with their extravagant pools – including an infinity pool with panoramic views of the ocean, and a pool with super fun slides – designed to perfection for both the young ones and the grown-ups!
Check out the complimentary kids’ club facilities that include interesting activities like movie nights and Balinese dance lessons. There’s even the complimentary crafts lesson that can be a great holiday learning experience for adults too!
The gorgeous Balinese-styled Deluxe Cottages are also simply lovely – most especially the Superior Family Rooms, which are the most ideal for families.
With the interconnecting rooms providing the right amount of independence for the kids and privacy for the adults, you’re sure to love it here. (You may even choose just the right kind of beds your family would prefer with the flexible bedding options!)
Bali Mandira Beach Resort
Rates: Superior Family Room from USD $210 (Approximately Rp.3,187,810) (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
Address: Jalan Padma No. 2, Legian, Kuta, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 751381 / +62 811 3991 0777
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5. Come in for an all inclusive royal treatment – Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Bali
Seriously though, there’s nothing better than a beachfront resort. Being able to walk from your room to the sand without having to leave the hotel always gives off such a satisfying feeling, it’s like the ultimate luxury! What’s even better is when the pool overlooks the ocean, so that they blend almost seamlessly together at certain angles, it’s pure bliss.
And when it comes to activities and amenities, Grand Mirage has plenty to choose from! There’s the adults-only infinity pool, perfect for escaping the crowds and the noise. But also, there’s the incredible family pool equipped with a huge slide. Now for the cherry on top of the icing – their mini waterpark, which your kids will be raving about for months!
The best part about Grand Mirage Resort Bali is that it’s an all-inclusive resort, which essentially means that you don’t have to worry about anything at all, from food to transport to activities, everything is taken care of for you while you enjoy the comfort of their luxurious rooms!
Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Bali
Rates: Premier Garden View from $102 (Approximately Rp. 1,521,947) (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
Address: Jl. Pratama No.74, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 771888 / +62 361 3009544 / +62811-3821-3359 (WhatsApp) / +62 811-3862-826 (Reservation Mobile / WhatsApp)
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Take a dip in the pool after sliding down the 30-metre slide – how do you like the sound of that?
Unwind at the sprawling connected pools while the kids have their own watery fun. But, the fun, it seems, is only beginning!
Throw in the aptly named Serenity – a secluded beach for hotel guests, plus an exclusive camel ride safari – and you are bound to have the time of your life!
Entertainment for families with children is one of the major USPs (unique selling points) of the resort, and their Jungle Camp Kids Club for children is all the proof you need.
With both indoor and outdoor playground areas, arts and crafts, books and board games available for children aged 6 to 12, they’ll be having fun to their heart’s content! For the more active kids, they may also have fun on the trampoline and rock climbing facilities under the watchful eyes of the resort’s trained team.
The comfortable family rooms only make your stay more worthwhile, with 2 options to choose from. One features fun bunk beds for the kids (while the parents enjoy a king-sized bed, of course), and the other family room comes complete with 2 queen-sized beds!
Hilton Bali Resort
Rates: Family Room King Bed from USD $175 (Approximately Rp.2,440,000) (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
Address: Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Nusa Dua, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 773377
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Check rate on Traveloka 7. The family vacation with style, and kids’ spa treatments too! – Grand Hyatt Bali
A stay at Grand Hyatt is nothing short of the ultimate family bliss.
The hotel has five swanky pools – take a plunge into the lagoon pool and marvel at the breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean just off the pearly white coastline, or let the Balinese-featured pool take you straight to fabled lands.
Let the children find their own splash extravaganza at the River Pool, making the most of the slides amidst lush surroundings and lily ponds.
The resort has a well-mapped out treasure trove of activities to make your holiday a memorable and luxurious one. For example, indulge in various activities like kite-flying on the beach, and cycling tours with the entire family!
Also: Read our hotel review of Grand Hyatt Bali!
Grand Hyatt Bali
Rates: 1 King Bed from USD $141 (Approximately Rp. 2,151,898) (2 Adults + 1 Kid)
Address: Kawasan Wisata Nusa Dua BTDC, Nusa Dua, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 771234
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Check rate on Traveloka 8.Mini Water Theme Park and Aquarium Dining at The Apurva Kempinski Bali
If a luxury family vacation is your vibe… The Apurva Kempinski is perfect for you – a fun destination for families as it is for couples!
This clifftop, beachfront property is the perfect blend of luxury, modern, and fun.
Here, you would have access to a 60-meter infinity pool overlooking the Indian Ocean. But the star of the pools is actually their play pools and water slide – which is adjacent to the majestic infinity pool. This mini water theme park might already tire your kids out… you don’t even have to go to Waterbom Bali!
Complete with multiple waterslides, parents and kids can have a good time here! Not to forget, if your kids are not in the mood for swimming… they also have a fun interactive playground!
Additionally, complimentary to guests, their Jalak Family Club is packed with activities. For example, there are Balinese games, puppet shows, mask-making, and movie time. From babies, young kids, and teens to parents – there are activities for everyone to create a memorable experience here.
The icing of the cake is their iconic Koral Restaurant, Bali’s first-ever aquarium restaurant which will leave your kids to dine in awe. Pro-tip: Bring your young children (under 12) here for lunch because the Kids Menu would be available!
For a small family of three, you can opt their Cliff Private Pool Ocean Junior Suite. Not only is it complete with luxurious furnishings, it also has a private plunge pool with a stunning view of the ocean. On top of that, you would also get exclusive Cliff Lounge access and benefits.
With its amazing amenities, waterslides, activities, and overall luxurious stay, you and your family will be sure to love Apurva Kempinski.
The Apurva Kempinski Bali
Rate: Cliff Private Pool Ocean Junior Suite from USD $578 (approximately Rp. 8,751,445)
Address: Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Sawangan, Nusa Dua, 80361 Bali, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 209 2288
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Rest assured – the Kids Club at The Westin Resort will keep your kids happy for you!
First, the pools at the hotel are to die for – with a salt water pool in a tropical surrounding, making it feel like you’re swimming right in the sea, and a 12-metre long water slide offering just the right amount of adrenaline rush for the youngsters!
Next, the activities at the club are all you can ask for. From artsy activities like face painting and kite making to kiting and fishing for outdoor lovers and even a PlayStation and computer lab for the hi-tech kids – it’s got everything sorted!
Whereas the parents can laze the day away on a reclining chair at the Westin Resort’s pristine white sand beach.
What’s a family vacation without some quality bonding time? That is why the resort also offers family bonding activities like storytelling sessions, stargazing, musical journeys, and movie nights.
For more quality bonding over food, enjoy a great time at the Prego Family Brunch (available every Sunday) that’s sure to be the cherry on top of your perfect weekend!
The Westin’s contemporary Family Suites offer two bedrooms and a family room with plenty of space for everyone to relax after a fun and exhilarating day.
The Westin Resort, Nusa Dua
Rates: Family Suite from USD $436 (Approximately Rp.6,100,000)(2 Adults + 2 Kids)
Address: Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua, BTDC Lot N-3, Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia 80361
Contact: +62 361 771906
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Check rate on Traveloka 10. It’s an adventure for the entire family! – Holiday Inn Resort Bali Nusa Dua
Jumpstart your family adventure by booking a stay at Holiday Inn Resort Bali Nusa Dua – with four pools that are simply perfect to lounge in all day, not forgetting the kids’ pool that come with special fountains and slides for maximum fun.
Either book the Tanjung Family Adventure Suite that comes packed to the brim with plenty of things your family will enjoy, including a special kids bathroom with a bathtub –
Or go for the Tanjung Connecting Rooms that are equally suited for families with LED TVs for those mini movie nights in.
Their recreational facilities are hard to beat too! Whether you want a kids club, cooking class, special beach activities, or beach excursions – you name it and they have it.
Watch the kids have a ball at the Kids Club with facilities like a ball pit and photo booth where they can have fun, and capture great memories too! On the other hand, the adults get to enjoy their very own resort centre and games zone for some well-deserved adults-only leisure.
Holiday Inn Resort Bali Nusa Dua
Rates: Kids Adventure Suite from USD $199 (Approximately Rp.3,020,829) (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
Address: Jalan Pratama No.86, Tanjung Benoa, Kuta Selatan, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 8947888
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Check rate on Traveloka 11. Play and Learn with the Cheeky Monkey Kids’ Club – Sofitel Nusa Dua
This 5-star beachfront hotel will offer the whole family amazing holiday moments with plenty to see and do.
The little loved ones will be under the very professional child care of the Kids’ Club once they have joined the Sofitel’s Kids’ programmes. They follow the concept of educating while entertaining, so kids will be having fun, playing and learning at the same time.
Among the activities, kids will enjoy a session of beach-combing, Balinese-inspired crafts, ballet and Balinese dance, traditional games, forest explorer sessions, kids’ disco, kids’ yoga and others. In the indoor areas in Sofitel Nusa Dua, they have available an IT Tech area with a playstation and games, and reading, art and quiet rooms as well.
For an extra special pool day, make sure to bring your kids down to the pool every Sunday at 3pm for a super cute Mermaid Party!
There’s also a spacious outdoor playground area with a beautiful walled garden, so kids will be playing surrounded by nature while still being safe.
Kids’ Club programmes are for kids from 1 to 10 years old, and your children will have a great time with their team while you have some guilt-free leisure time to yourself – be it an hour or two, or the whole day!
P.S. If you didn’t already know, Sofitel Nusa Dua also has a pretty sweet pool where adults can laze in holiday contentment, while kids have fun sliding down the water slides in the kids’ pool!
Sofitel Nusa Dua
Rate: Luxury King room starts from USD $150 (~Rp. 2,345,332)
Address: Lot N5 Nusa Dua Tourism Complex, Nusa Dua
Contact: +62 361 8492888 Ext 4223
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12. Enjoy facilities from two resorts all at once! – RIMBA Jimbaran BALI by AYANA
RIMBA and AYANA are two incredible resorts, which only become even more impressive when you realise that each one gives access to the other (perfect considering they are right next door to each other!).
It’s really the pools though that take the stage, RIMBA’s lower pool hides a bright green water slide, and when your kids go on it, they’ll exit to a cascading waterfall giving the illusion that they’re in a different realm! Their famed kids’ club? Hidden through a secret entrance via one of the poolside cabanas, merely a stone’s throw away from the slide! AYANA’s pool is nothing to scoff at either, equipped with two different slides, these two resorts are a family’s dream!
Besides, the resort comes with expansive gardens to explore, an absolutely gorgeous tea lounge covered from top to bottom with orchids, and spectacular sunken lounges to watch mesmerising sunsets from. In fact, there’s really no reason why you wouldn’t want to stay here the whole day.
So while there are big plus points for solo travellers, couples, and people looking to have a good time, what’s in it for those with families?
Apart from the spacious rooms, endless places to play hide and seek, and multiple swimming pools spanning several levels, sizes and depths, RIMBA is also home to a kids club!
One thing is for sure – you’ll have no time to get bored here; there’s endless fun awaiting the little ones while you can always escape and indulge in pure relaxation!
RIMBA Jimbaran BALI by AYANA
Rates: HResort View King Room from USD $188 (approximately Rp. 2,853,849) (2 Adults + 1 Kid)
Address: Jl. Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran, Bali 80364, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 8468468
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At Movenpick Resort and Spa Jimbaran, besides its luxury rooms and amenities, the children are kept in mind – toddlers to teenagers alike!
In total, this property has 4 outdoor pools altogether. One of which is a children’s pool complete with waterslides and fun water features. They also have an artificial beach pool for you to have a “beachy vibes” in the middle of Jimbaran!
Their children pool is actually connected their kids’ club! This is so that children would enjoy an “indoor and outdoor” playground feel.
Its kids’ club, also known as Meera Kids Club, is a fun pirate-themed club the little ones love. Taking up a two storey area, the first floor is meant for toddlers and younger children. Complete with indoor playground, trampoline and ball pit, your kids will get excited the moment they step in!
The second floor is where the pre-teens hang out. Movenpick has crafted a cosy environment for them with console games and comfortable bean bags for them to socialise and have fun!
They also have interactive activities for families such as yoga, aerobics, arts and crafts, painting, jewellery making and dressing up in Balinese dresses! Some activities are free while some require a fee to join.
But what you know for sure is, you’ll definitely have a memorable family vacation to talk about for years to come!
Movenpick Resort and Spa Jimbaran
Rate: Classic King from USD $169 (approximately Rp. 2,980,000)
Address: Jl. Wanagiri No.1, Jimbaran, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 4725777
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14. Great things to do, great food to eat – Prama Sanur Beach Bali
Prama Sanur Beach Bali is located right on Mertasari Beach, where there’s plenty to see and do.
Come down to the beach during low tide, and have fun exploring the marina around. Crabs, shells, starfish and more – the kids will get to have fun hands on experiences with marine life.
There’s a great variety of watersports available on the beach if you’re interested. (Prama Sanur provides watersports with RipCurl.) And if you’re here during kite season, your kids will enjoy watching the kite teams keep the kites up in the sky – just imagine a beautiful scene of a sky full of kites!
At Prama Sanur itself, the property provides 2 outdoor pools for swimming and poolside lounging and a splash zone pool for the kids!
They also have tennis and volleyball courts; pampering spa services and yoga; and fitness center. You may also want to know that they have a kids club, so parents get to drop off their kids and take some time out for romance.
Surrounded by 15 acres of tropical gardens, this beautiful beachfront resort comes with 3 in-house restaurants and 2 bars (including a swim-up pool bar!).
Surrounded by 15 acres of tropical gardens, this beautiful beachfront resort comes with 3 in-house restaurants and 2 bars (including a swim-up pool bar!).
Whether it’s a mix of International and Asian cuisine at Tirta Restaurant; authentic hearty Italian at Basilico Restaurant; fine Indonesian dining at Lada Restaurant; or cocktails, pizzas and tapas at Bamboo Bar and Lounge – Prama Sanur ensures your body belly (and spirits) are kept happy and content!
Prama Sanur Beach Bali
Rates: unior Suite from USD $164 for 2 adults and 1 child (Approximately Rp.2,470,381)
Address: Jalan Cemara Sanur, Sanur Kauh, Denpasar Sel., Kota Denpasar, Bali 80228, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 288011
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Prime Plaza Suites Sanur provides a convenient stay with their Family Style Apartments at really affordable rates – and it also packs a little extra fun into your stay with its family-friendly environment and facilities.
Most importantly, the specially made shaded pool for kids, and 30-metre long slide look more than exciting for kids to spend hours at, and the little ones get their own waddle pool! This means hours of fun splashing about in Prime Plaza Suites Sanur.
The Camp Splash Kids Club definitely knows how to make the kids happy too. The “magical” world, as they call it, has a big screen playing movies, games and Playstations that will keep them happily occupied.
PS: The playground is also loaded with game opportunities and has frequent events like face painting and magic shows.
Prime Plaza Suites Sanur
Rates: 2 Bedroom Suite from USD $79 (Approximately Rp. 652,742)(2 Adults + 2 Kids)
Address: Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai No. 83, Sanur, Bali 80227, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 281781
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