If you’re looking at an endless pile of brochures for hotels and resorts in Bali, it’s time to stop and read our guide to the best family-friendly hotels on the island.
We can help you choose the right kids club for your little ones as well as ensure that you get the tropical gardens, tennis courts, swimming pools, etc. that you need to have a great time in Bali too. All of the listed hotels offer plenty of activities for kids in Bali.
Our Top Picks Of Family-Friendly Hotels, Bali
Four Seasons Resort Bali, Sayan
This hotel has been voted the best hotel in the world and if you’ve got the budget for it, you won’t find anything more family-friendly and luxurious anywhere on the island.
It’s a wonderful place for Instagram influencers to exhaust their memory cards with endless “moments”.
The site is on a pair of rivers in the jungle and any adult is going to love relaxing here.
What’s There For The Kids?
This hotel has a proper kids club called Pici Pici. That translates as “little snail” and they cater to children between 4 and 12 years old.
There are art and dance lessons, sports and adventure times and plenty. There’s a board games room and a video game room for the less athletically inclined.
And kids under 12 get a 50% discount on food with their parents and kids under 6 get a 100% discount and eat free!
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Sayan, Sayan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia
Alila Seminyak
This hotel sits on its private beach that runs for miles and you can almost walk out of your bedroom and dive into the Indian Ocean.
There’s an excellent fitness centre and a world-class spa to ensure that the adults are well catered to.
You will need more places to eat too, as they have several bars and restaurants in-house.
What’s There For The Kids?
It’s not a fully-featured kids’ club like in some hotels, but they do have a spa menu designed for families to chill out together. Pampering has never been so much fun!
Where Is It? Jl. Taman Ganesha Jl. Petitenget No.9, Seminyak, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
The Ritz-Carlton, Bali
The Ritz-Carlton brand is synonymous with luxury around the world and you really can’t go wrong with their Bali offering.
The hotel has plenty of facilities, from private villas to its Balinese bathing pool. The resort offers a lot of other activities, too and the Family Escapade deal is tailored to ensure both adults and children get the most out of a family vacation.
What’s There For The Kids?
The Ritz Kids Club is often considered to be the best kids club of any hotel chain in the world.
It’s 100% secure and at the heart of this lovely resort. They have a bounty of toys and fun things to do.
Where else can your kids learn to cook Balinese food and learn how they can help conserve the local turtles?
At night, they even have bedtime stories for the little ones! How awesome is that?
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan Jl. Nusa Dua, Lot III, Sawangan, Kec. Kuta Sel., Bali, 80361, Indonesia
Canggu’s Top Family-Friendly Hotels & Resorts
COMO Uma Canggu
COMO has some of the nicest beachside accommodations in Canggu and you can find as much luxury as you can afford at COMO.
The penthouses with private pools are a genuinely wonderful experience.
What’s There For The Kids?
Play by COMO is the kids club and they aren’t your typical babysitting on the beach service.
They have the services of an early years teaching professional and a behaviour management professional too!
That means everything is designed to be both educational and fun. And the education is holistic, extending to social, physical, mental and emotional development!
Just be aware that under 4s must be accompanied by their parents or left in the care of a babysitter (COMO can arrange this service with a day’s notice in advance).
Where Is It? Echo Beach, Jl. Pantai Batu Mejan, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Zin Canggu Resort & Villas
Zin is Canggu’s best-rated boutique hotel and it has only 36 rooms on the premises.
They offer semi-private beach access and pool villas (it’s not legal to close beaches to the public, but the layout suggests that the public cannot access the site).
There’s a decent gym onsite and a co-working space if needed.
What’s There For The Kids?
There isn’t a specific kids club, but kids stay for free at this resort and their staff are always happy to engage with and play with children of any age.
Where Is It? Jl. Nelayan No.78, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Jimbaran’s Top Family-Friendly Hotels & Resorts
Intercontinental Bali Resort
This luxury resort is famed for its family-friendly nature and there are quite literally hundreds of gorgeous rooms to choose from.
We like that they’ve opted for a Balinese architectural theme for this hotel, as it adds a sophisticated air to things.
What’s There For The Kids?
The kids club is called The Planet Trekkers and they offer plenty of toys to play with as well as activities throughout the day.
Our kids loved doing their kite-making classes and spending some time doing some fish feeding too.
Where Is It? Uluwatu St No.45, Jimbaran, Bali, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia
AYANA Resort Bali
You don’t need your own private pool when you stay in a resort with 14 swimming pools available to all guests.
There’s also a spa, a putting green, a fitness centre and much more at the AYANA.
What’s There For The Kids?
The AYANA kids club is awesome and they have a kid’s pool table (or billiards table), flat-screen movie TVs, a playground, table tennis and much more on offer for the little ones.
We like that they try to blend some local culture into the activities so that they give your kids a good introduction to Balinese culture.
Where Is It? 647Q+GP, Jimbaran, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali, Indonesia
RIMBA by AYANA Bali
Staying at RIMBA means an enhanced experience from AYANA. Not only do you get access to all of the facilities at the other AYANA property, but you also get to spend time in the lush tropical gardens of this private estate.
There are only so many hotels and resorts around the world that can give you as many options for fun as this one can.
What’s There For The Kids?
The RIMBA kids club is in addition to the standard AYANA kids club. It’s found using a “secret entrance” (in a poolside cabana).
It’s near the pool with the waterslides and it has a mini-cinema, games room, library and plenty of indoor and outdoor playground space to enjoy various activities.
Where Is It? Sejahtera, Jl. Karang Mas, Jimbaran, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80364, Indonesia
Four Seasons At Jimbaran Bay
The Four Seasons Resort, Bali, is in Nusa Dua, but they also have a very family-friendly resort in Jimbaran Bay.
You will get access to any of 147 Balinese-inspired villas when you stay here and each of them has its private courtyard and pavilion!
Parents will love the spa treatments and wellness facilities here and its proximity to the Indian Ocean.
What’s There For The Kids?
The resort’s kids club is the Jimba Kids Club and it’s super fun! It’s open to kids under 11, though those under 4 must have a parent with them.
It offers a range of free activities and the emphasis is on keeping your children safe. They can also provide babysitting services.
Kids under 6 eat for free, too, and those under 12 get a 50% discount on food.
Where Is It? Jimbaran, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran Hotel
As you’d expect from Le Meridien, this is a very family-friendly venue and you can enjoy a range of suites and studio offerings to create a home away from home.
Spa treatments at the Serenity Spa are excellent and if you opt for a penthouse or a villa, you get a private pool, too.
What’s There For The Kids?
Le Meridien’s “The Kids Club” is open every day of the week and they look to ensure that kids have an adventurous but safe time during their stay.
You can also get babysitting services by arrangement with the Kids Club, which can come in very handy, indeed.
Where Is It? Jl. Bukit Permai, Jimbaran, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Kuta & Legian’s Top Family-Friendly Hotels & Resorts
Holiday Inn Resort Baruna
This resort in a quiet part of Kuta is on the beachfront and just a fifteen-minute hike from the centre of the town.
They have a decent outdoor pool, a gym, tennis courts, a day spa and a lovely beachfront restaurant.
Rooms are available in various sizes, from studio apartments to bed-roomed places that can accommodate a fairly large family.
The Wi-Fi in this hotel was really good and you can get online pretty much anywhere in the complex.
What’s There For Kids? The Rascal Kids Club is every bit as much fun as it sounds like it will be.
They have gaming consoles and puzzles that are fiendishly clever and our kids found them easier than we did, cooking classes, traditional dance lessons and much more.
Most of the activities are free, but some of them may incur a small additional charge.
Where Is It? Jl. Wana Segara No.33, Tuban, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Hard Rock Hotel
If you or your kids are wannabe rock stars, then the place to go is the Hard Rock Hotel! The family-friendly facilities here are very impressive too.
They have the biggest free-form pools anywhere on the island, a recording studio, family foam parties, a waterpark and even rooms for kids complete with their own PS4!
Adults will want to attend the swim-up bar near the family pool.
What’s There For The Kids?
The Roxity Kids Club is a very well-known club and the focus is on having fun with rock music! It’s for kids aged up to 12.
There’s also a Tabu Teens Club on site with access to pool tables, air hockey, a private cinema, and much more! The Tabu Teens Club is very popular as it has a fairly “hip appeal” to teens.
And, for once, there’s a club, especially for the under-4s, called Lullaby. But parents must attend too if they want their kids to enjoy this facility.
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Kuta, Banjar Pande Mas, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Padma Resort Legian
With five swimming pools onsite, you really will always have fun to have at Padma Resort. Like many resorts in Bali, there’s a focus on physical fun for adults and there are fitness clubs, tennis courts and other sporting activities to enjoy, too.
We like this resort for a family holiday because it’s very laid back and has everything from lush tropical gardens to excellent beach access.
What’s There For The Kids?
The Wolly Kids Club & Game Centre is the place for kids up to the age of 12 (though under 4 must be accompanied by a parent) to have a great time.
There’s a kids pool, arts and crafts, table soccer, table tennis, air hockey, video games, yoga and much more to enjoy at Wolly Kids Club!
Where Is It? Jl. Padma No.1, Legian, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Discovery Kartika Plaza
As the name suggests, this private resort is very close to the Discovery shopping mall, the Waterbom waterpark (Asia’s best waterpark) and the Lippo mall!
Not that you need to go far from your private balcony to have fun, as the hotel also has seven bars and restaurants, a fitness centre and even a private helipad!
What’s There For The Kids?
They have their own kids club, which is air-conditioned throughout all the indoor spaces.
The kid’s pool is excellent and one of the reasons that this hotel makes our list of the best family-friendly hotels in Bali.
Where Is It? Jl. Kartika Plaza, Kuta, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort
If you love to shop, this might be the perfect family-friendly resort for you. It’s adjacent to the Beachwalk Shopping Mall, where there are hundreds of shops to enjoy.
There’s a solid infinity pool, fitness centre and spa onsite, as well as a good variety of in-house dining options.
We thought the iPod docks in the rooms were a nice touch, too.
What’s There For The Kids?
Not only does this hotel have a kids club, but they also offer a “side by side” option, which allows parents and children to play together in the activity program.
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Kuta, Kuta, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Bali Dynasty Hotel
Families say that they love this family-friendly hotel because it has cool rooms with bunkbeds for the kids and a “parental retreat”.
They have a mini water park on the premises with some cool waterslides and they’re near the Discovery shopping mall, Lippo Mall and the biggest water park in Asia – Waterbom!
What’s There For The Kids?
Nearly everyone in Bali has heard of this hotel’s “Kupu-Kupu Kiddies’ Club”. That’s because everyone involved is a highly-trained professional and they cater to two age groups.
Those from 4-12 (and younger kids can come as long as an adult accompanies them) are in one group. And then there’s a Den Teens Club for older kids.
All the children can enjoy Indonesian lessons, cooking classes, private pool tables, kids’ yoga, feeding ducks, art workshops, video game consoles and more!
Where Is It? Jl. Kartika Plaza, Tuban, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Bali Mandira Beach Resort & Spa
This is one of our favourite hotels and resorts to recommend to young families as not only do they have a kids’ pool with awesome waterslides, but they also have a pool for babies to splash about in (under supervision, of course)!
The setting is in an area of beautiful and exotic tropical gardens and it faces out onto the Indian Ocean.
What’s There For The Kids?
The Cening Kids Club is open to children between the ages of 3 and 11. It’s completely free of charge to all guests’ children.
They can arrange both babysitting and stroller rental services if needed.
Where Is It? Jl. Padma No.2, Legian, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
North Bali’s Top Family-Friendly Hotels & Resorts
The Lovina
Of all the resorts in Bali, The Lovina is the one that most effortlessly conveys at a glance that you’re on a tropical island in paradise.
They have one and two-bedroom suites and villas to ensure that your family-friendly holiday can also be a peaceful oasis of sanity when it needs to be.
What’s There For The Kids?
The Lovina kids club is great fun and the hotel staff all participate in creating fun activities for the children to do.
They are also able to offer babysitting services in case you want to go out for a night and leave the kids safely tucked in bed.
Where Is It? Kalibukbuk, Jl. Mas Lovina, Kabupaten Buleleng, Bali 81151, Indonesia
Taman Sari Resort – Pemuteran
They have suites, bungalows and luxury villas for rent at the Taman Sari Resort.
There are swimming pools galore as well as ponds and mountain views here.
We love the location and if you listen carefully at sunrise, you can hear the traditional chants of prayers being offered to the sacred mountain and holy sea.
What’s There For The Kids?
Outdoor activities galore! Cycling tours, fishing and fish feeding, cooking classes, hikes up the mountain and every so much more.
Expect your kids to return each day both happy and exhausted from all the fun they’ve been having!
Where Is It? VM42+RR7, Pemuteran, Gerokgak, Buleleng Regency, Bali 81155, Indonesia
Nusa Dua’s Top Family-Friendly Hotels & Resorts
Hilton Bali Resort
Resorts in Bali are always great and the Hilton Bali Resort is no exception to this rule.
They have a sandy lagoon pool with some waterslides on the side and a dedicated children’s pool to ensure that you can always have a good time even when their kid’s club is not in session.
What’s There For The Kids?
The kids club at this hotel is awesome!
It’s won awards for the level of care that it provides and the Jungle Kids Club offers both indoor and outdoor playground experiences that can’t be beaten.
We like that they have trampolines, as most kid’s clubs on the island don’t. And don’t worry. The resort ensures that your children are always supervised when having fun.
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Melia Bali
Melia is one of the rare all-inclusive beach resorts in Bali and that makes it super popular.
You can choose specific entertainment packages for adults as part of your stay and you get a 25% discount at the nearby YJI spa!
What’s There For The Kids?
The “Children’s Club” is the name of the kids club at Melia and it’s awesome.
Our children couldn’t wait to try the electric scooters here and older kids can do kayaking, instead.
They also have a working farm on the site and your kids can make friends with the cows, ducks and chickens they keep there.
Where Is It? Jl. Kw. Nusa Dua Resort Itdc Lot 1, Jl. Nusa Dua, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Bali, 80363, Indonesia
Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Resort
Nusa Dua is home to some of the most luxurious hotels and resorts in Bali and the Sofitel is a beautiful five-star complex dedicated to relaxation.
Their SoSpa is one of our favourite places for treatments on the island and the fitness centre is top quality too.
We like that the kid’s pool is right next to the ordinary swimming pools and thus, you can keep an eye on your little ones as they swim without giving up your fun.
What’s There For The Kids?
They say that the kids club at the Sofitel is the best on the island. It’s certainly won enough awards for excellence, that’s for sure.
The staff are all professional child carers and everything has been designed to be fun, educational and super safe.
Creativity is encouraged and nurtured and the hardest part of being at the Sofitel is persuading your kids to stop playing and come and eat with you. This is how every kid’s club should be run.
Where Is It? Lot N5 Itdc Tourism Complex, Nusa Dua, Nusa Dua, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Conrad Bali
The Conrad name stands out even among the wealth of luxury resorts in Bali. It’s an extremely family-friendly place that’s been tailored to ensure that everyone has a great time.
We love that they have some pleasant tropical gardens to relax in, just a short hop from their white sand beachfront.
What’s There For The Kids?
The Kura Kura Kids Club takes all guests’ children aged between 3 and 12 for free.
Not only do they have the usual range of kids club activities, but they also offer some brilliant floaties for kids who can’t swim and a mini treehouse for them to play in!
The hotel also offers a special kids club menu and all children of any age are welcome to take their lunch from this menu.
Where Is It? Jl. Pratama No.168, Tanjung, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80363, Indonesia
The Apurva Kempinski Bali
This five-star resort is one of the finest resorts in Bali. Everything you see was handcrafted by a local artisan and the overall design is meant to evoke the feeling of a local open-air theater.
All their restaurants use fresh, locally sourced ingredients to give you a genuine taste of Bali.
And their spas and wellness treatments are all based on Balinese healing techniques passed down through the ages.
It doesn’t get more authentic than that in Bali.
What’s There For The Kids?
The kids club is called The Jalak Family Club and this family-friendly club tries to encourage parents and children to have fun together.
As you might expect for this chain, there’s a strong focus on traditional Indonesian games, learning Balinese dance and culture, and history, too.
And when do you want to cool off? There’s a massive water slide for kids club members to leap in the pool on.
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
The St. Regis Bali Resort
The St. Regis is one of the best-known luxury resorts in Bali and they’ll pick you up at the airport and then ensure every moment of your stay is pure bliss.
They have turndown services for your beds. A spa famed for its ability to release tension in anyone and some of the best fine dining in the world.
What’s There For The Kids?
Their kids club is called The Children’s Learning Center, which is a bit stuffy as names go, but our kids thought it was brilliant.
They offer half and full-day experiences that are meant to help kids develop a lifetime’s worth of memories of Bali.
The kids club program changes each day and while things like their sustainable cooking classes are awesome, they’re only sometimes available too.
Where Is It? Kawasan Nusa Dua, Bali 80363, Indonesia
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua
The Westin actually has a Westin Family Program, which is meant to help you enjoy your holiday as a family together. It doesn’t get much more family-friendly than that, does it?
We like that they have both freshwater and saltwater swimming pools and that they also have a waterslide or two to jump in those pools with. There’s no separate kid’s pool, but that’s not a big deal, given how family-friendly the other pools are.
What’s There For The Kids?
The Westin Family Kids Club is one of the most famous kids club offerings on the island.
It even has a children’s spa! And when they’re not being pampered, they can enjoy kite making, movie nights, and many other games and activities.
Where Is It? Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua, BTDC Lot N-3, Nusa Dua, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Club Med
The Club Med resort has won a ton of awards that salute its family-friendly credentials.
Its setting is a bit unusual among the rice terraces and local temples rather than directly on the beach.
However, the splash pools are awesome and we need help to think of many other opportunities to try out a trapeze in Bali.
What’s There For The Kids?
Kids club? How about three kids’ clubs instead? Club Med knows that children of different ages often do better when split into age-appropriate groups.
There is a ton of stuff to do no matter how old they are, and the equipment is all brand new and designed with safety at the fore.
Where Is It? Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua BTDC Lot. 6, Jl. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Renaissance Bali Nusa Dua Resort
In the green hills a little removed from the beaches of Nusa Dua, you’ll find the Renaissance.
It has three swimming pools onsite and an incredible number of places to eat and drink.
There’s also a very pleasant spa and fitness facility that can make your time here a very pampered experience, indeed.
What’s There For The Kids?
Lava Land Kids Club is where it’s at and we love that they designed the pool waterslides in the shape of volcanoes for this kids club.
Unusually, it has a very extensive library for kids who love to read and the kids pool is close when everyone wants to cool off after having fun.
You’ll be pleased to know you can also get babysitting services from this kids club.
Where Is It? Kawasan Pariwisata Lot SW 4 & 5, Jl. Nusa Dua, Bali, 80363, Indonesia
Sanur’s Top Family-Friendly Hotels & Resorts
Hotel Komune Resort
Komune aims to evoke something of the golden era of travel and sees the whole family enjoying yoga and relaxation classes together.
The hotel’s signature “floating breakfasts” are something that you simply cannot experience elsewhere on the island.
If you’ve never had the joy of eating local produce while floating in a private pool, now’s the time to start!
What’s There For The Kids?
Komune is all about outdoor activities in their Kids Club and there won’t be any libraries or studying involved.
Their mini farm was the thing our kids liked the most, but the Fruit Bowl skateboard was what caught our eye as it just looked like so much fun!
Where Is It? Pantai Keramas St, Medahan, Blahbatuh, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Andaz Bali
Andaz was built so that it would evoke the spirit of a traditional Balinese village and remove the kind of borders that often inhibit exploration at other hotels.
It’s a very tropical setting with plenty of gorgeous lagoon pools to enjoy your time in.
What’s There For The Kids?
The Kemu Mai Kids Club is the onsite facility, but we have to admit that we’re not impressed by the fact that it’s only free to guests and their children for two hours a day.
However, the arts and cultural activities they conduct at this kids’ club are very good and perhaps a cut above those found elsewhere on the island.
Where Is It? Jl. Danau Tamblingan No.89A, Sanur, Bali, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80228, Indonesia
Hyatt Regency Bali
With over 360 rooms all decorated in Balinese themes, you’re going to have a fabulous time at the Hyatt Regency.
Their wellness spa is renowned for its inventive and effective treatment packages that help to destress parents while their kids have a great time.
What’s There For The Kids?
The onsite kids club has a dinosaur theme for the indoor play area and a pirate theme for the outdoor playground! We simply can’t tell you how much our children liked that.
One great thing about this kids club is that if you’re a resident, you can buy an annual membership of the kids club and then your children can access the facilities when they’re not at school!
Where Is It? Jl. Danau Tamblingan No.89, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80228, Indonesia
Prama Sanur Beach Bali
This resort sits on Mertasari Beach and that means you can pretty much walk from your room straight into the ocean!
There are over 400 rooms onsite and there’s a lovely swim-up bar for those adults seeking a little liquid refreshment during the day.
It has one of the best watersports centres of any hotel in Bali, too.
What’s There For The Kids?
There are three offerings for kids rather than a traditional kids club at this hotel.
You’ve got a “kids zone” which has toys, arts and crafts gear, bikes and a range of sporting activities.
Then, the “splash zone” with a kids pool, water slides and cabanas for chilling out in.
And finally, the “Rip Curl School of Surf” is a hotel partner and children are encouraged to learn to surf during their time at this resort. It’s fantastic!
Where Is It? Jl. Cemara, Sanur Kauh, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80228, Indonesia
Intercontinental Bali Sanur Resort
These ultra-modern villas and suites are set in some of the nicest jungle locations on the island.
We love that each room has a full digital smart control system and you can even open the curtains without getting out of bed!
Their Sunday brunches are famous for being totally family-friendly and superb value.
What’s There For The Kids?
There is an indoor kids club, which is fully air-conditioned and a pair of kid’s pools for outdoor fun.
One event that stands out here is the weekly kid’s fashion show, which is superb fun for everyone who takes part.
Our children loved the garland-making event even if they weren’t as impressed with the origami.
Where Is It? Jl. Kusuma Sari No.8, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Bali, 80227, Indonesia
Mercure Bali Sanur Resort
This location is fantastic as it sits in the perfect spot to watch the sunrise over the beach at Sanur.
They have a huge range of accommodation choices too and you can easily find something to suit the largest and most demanding of families.
What’s There For The Kids?
There is a small kids club, which could be better developed than those at other Sanur hotels.
However, there’s plenty of fun to be had and there are always swimming pools to swim in if the kids are bored at the kids club.
Where Is It? Mertasari St No.3, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Denpasar City, Bali 80228, Indonesia
Seminyak’s Top Family-Friendly Hotels & Resorts
Montigo Resorts
Montigo Resorts in Seminyak describes itself as a total lifestyle destination and they aim to deliver an individualized hospitality package that is without peer anywhere in the world.
We were certainly impressed by the level of service at this resort, though we’re still determining if it’s unmatched globally.
One thing everyone agrees on, however, is that the TIIGO restaurant here is very good and you can get pretty much any kind of food that you would like if you just ask.
What’s There For The Kids?
The Tilo Kids Club is their new offering for children and we confess to being very impressed by it.
It caters to all children over the age of 54 and includes baking lessons, art classes, card games and Lego-style building block activities!
Our kids found the face painting to be one of the most fun things they’d ever done at a resort.
Where Is It? Jl. Hang Lekiu, Sambau, Kecamatan Nongsa, Kota Batam, Kepulauan Riau 29465, Indonesia
FuramaXclusive Ocean Beach
This gorgeous hotel complex is found on the north end of Legian Beach under the palm tree canopy.
It is an all-suite resort and they say the largest of its kind in Bali that offers beachfront access.
You can get a studio to three-bedroom apartments to ensure that no matter how big your family is, you can all stay together.
What’s There For The Kids?
They don’t yet have a formal kids club at this resort, but they do have a “Slide N Splash Water Play” set up, which is like a water-based theme park.
It has slides, a water castle, water jets, a raindrop loop and a kiddie pool. There’s also a marked sandy playground to ensure that your kids are always safe when they play.
Where Is It? Jl. Arjuna No.88X, Legian, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Courtyard Bali Seminyak Resort
Seminyak is the trendiest and often the most expensive part of Bali. It’s where the most modern amenities are and you can definitely have an amazing time at the Courtyard Bali Seminyak Resort.
The three-tiered pool is a great shot to get for your Instagram before you dive into the water and the Zanti Retreat offers excellent wellness treatments.
What’s There For The Kids?
The kids club is open free of charge to all children aged between four and twelve, though younger children may join as long as an adult accompanies them.
We like that they do quite a bit of musical activity such as singing and making music on local instruments. The Balinese costume activity is fun, too.
You can arrange an onsite lunch for your children at this kids club, but it does come at an additional charge and isn’t included in the rack rate.
Where Is It? Sp, Jl. Camplung Tanduk Jl. Dhyana Pura No.103, Seminyak, Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Trans Resort Bali
Trans Resort has plenty of hotel rooms and it’s on a near-pristine beach that you and your kids are bound to love.
There is an area set up on the beach to enable younger children to swim safely and play in the sand without any risks. This is a really nice touch and we wish more hotels would do this.
What’s There For The Kids?
This hotel has one of the most brightly coloured and welcoming clubs that we’ve ever seen for kids. It made us want to join in the play it was so nice.
They have a wonderful gaming room for kids who love to play video games, as well as a craft centre, library, air hockey and much more.
To cap it all off, they have a Baskin Robbins branded ice cream corner that serves all the flavours of ice cream that any child could dream of!
Where Is It? Jl. Sunset Road, Kerobokan Kelod, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Ubud’s Top Family-Friendly Hotels & Resorts
Capella Ubud
Glamping in the jungle has simply never been as luxurious as it is at Cappella Ubud.
It’s a 100% family-friendly destination, with “The Lodge” being the family villa. It has an open-plan living space with two bedrooms, two bathrooms (including a Japanese bath!) and a wooden deck with daybeds!
You also get a large private pool for the family to enjoy.
What’s There For The Kids?
They don’t have a club per se but are happy to organize a range of family-fun and child-friendly activities.
Try the Keliki painting, as it’s only found in this part of Bali and it’s a really cool style of art.
Where Is It? Jl. RY Dalem, Keliki, Kec. Tegallalang, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80561, Indonesia
Mandapa A Ritz Carlton Reserve
This place is an absolute stand-out among the hotels and resorts of Bali.
They say that the objective here is to help guests create the perfect space to achieve a tranquil demeanour and explore their spiritual path.
The villas offer butler service and a highlight of a trip here is a vintage VW tour of the surrounding area.
And it would be best if you dined at Kubu, which is universally regarded as one of the best restaurants in Bali.
What’s There For The Kids?
Mandapa Camp has one of the most fully-featured kid’s clubs on Earth. You can get half-day and full-day experiences that go into detail on a particular activity, such as organic gardening or Balinese art.
They also have an awesome educational farm for children where you can have a great time as a family exploring.
We also like that they encourage parents and children to do things together, after all, isn’t that what a family holiday is for?
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Kedewatan, Banjar, Kedewatan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia
Mason Elephant Park & Lodge
One thing we’re positive you can’t go wrong with on a family holiday is having access to elephants.
Yes, this is the most unique experience you can have in Bali, hanging out with Balinese elephants!
What’s There For The Kids?
They can wash the elephants, bathe with the elephants, go on night safaris with the elephants and hang out with elephants all day long.
They may also find that some celebrity visitors are joining them as there often are.
Where Is It? Jalan Elephant Safari Park Banjar Desa Taro Tegallalang, Taro, Kec. Tegallalang, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80561, Indonesia
Uluwatu’s Top Family-Friendly Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Dreamland Bali
This property on Dreamland Beach is awesome. It’s nestled in the corner of a hidden cove and you simply won’t be able to get enough of the beach view from your accommodation.
Adults will love the early morning yoga, the fantastic spa and the awesome selection of pools.
What’s There For The Kids?
A simple but solid kids club provides plenty of things to do while the adults play.
We like the nap facilities. Our kids were happy to doze off after a hard day’s playing on the beach.
Where Is It? Kawasan, Jl. Pecatu Indah Raya Jl. Pantai Dreamland, Pecatu, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80364, Indonesia
Cross Bali Breakers
This hyper-sophisticated resort has plenty to keep the whole family entertained on a Bali holiday.
They have 8 pools, a pair of first-class restaurants and a wonderful spa. They also offer private beach access.
What’s There For The Kids?
The kids club has a decent range of activities to keep kids of all ages happy for most of the day.
It is free to use for children of hotel guests, which is handy.
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Balangan Balangan No.10, Jimbaran, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
FAQS
Does A Hotel Need A Kids Club or Kids Clubs To Be Family Friendly in Bali?
No! Nearly all hotels and resorts in Bali will be very happy to receive your family and they will treat your children very well.
But it’s definitely nicer to have a kids club. Kids clubs provide somewhere for the children to play safely while adults enjoy their holiday and then they can get together with their children to eat together and enjoy shared activities whenever they want to.
But don’t worry, as long as there are swimming pools or beach access, we’ve found that most kids will enjoy staying anywhere in Bali.
Where Is Roxity Kids Club?
In the Hard Rock Hotel, Bali. It’s one of the best-known kids’ clubs on the island because of the focus on music-driven activities. Our kids had a lot of fun trying out the Roxity.
The Hard Rock also has the largest free-form pool on the island.
How Do I Book The Best Hotel Deals In Bali?
The best way to book family-friendly hotels and resorts in Bali is to use our friends at the Bali Res Center.
They’ll be able to advise you on any recent changes to kids club facilities and get you a very competitive deal on room rates.
Final Thoughts On The Best Family-Friendly Hotels And Resorts In Bali
The reason that so many people opt for a family holiday in Bali is that there are so many family-friendly hotels and resorts in Bali.
From private villas with private swimming pools and small kid’s clubs to big-name brands like the Westin Family Kids Club, you just can’t go wrong when you bring children to the island.
Indonesian culture is very child-friendly and you will be warmly welcomed wherever you go.
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