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Written by Anna Tabrah
There are some things that make a family holiday just that little bit sweeter – and Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali has the winning recipe. A gigantic kids’ club to keep the little ones entertained? Check. A family-friendly restaurant for even the most discerning little foodies? Covered. A relaxing spa and swim-up bar for the grown-ups? Consider it done. Best of all: the daily chocolate hour invites all ages to indulge (the resulting sugar rush is at your own risk).
Here is why you need to make Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali your next family holiday.
1. It’s all-inclusive, so everything is taken care of
There’s a particular kind of holiday bliss that only kicks in when you stop counting. No mental arithmetic at the bar, no sneaking a look at the menu prices, no quietly tallying what the day has cost. At Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali, that’s simply how it works. Full buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner are all included, alongside unlimited free-flow drinks from 11am to 11pm – local cocktails, house wines, ice-cold Bintangs, milkshakes, soft drinks and more. Poolside snacks? Covered. A second cocktail before sunset? Go for it. Order another round. You’ve already paid for it.
2. There is family-focused onsite dining at Anarasa Restaurant
Finding a restaurant the whole family can agree on is no mean feat – but Anarasa gets it just right. From hearty breakfast spreads to themed evening buffets with live entertainment, the focus is always on good food and great atmosphere. The dedicated Children’s Zone keeps little foodies happy with fresh, nutritious meals served in kid-friendly crockery, ingredients cut into playful shapes. Meanwhile, grown-ups will appreciate the live cooking stations turning out fresh pasta, wok dishes and dim sum.
3. A two-storey, pirate-themed kids’ club will be a hit
Meera Kids’ Club is undoubtedly one of the best on the island. Children aged between four and 12 can immerse themselves in pirate-themed magic across two floors – an indoor playground with ball pit, slide and trampoline, a cinema room and a jam-packed activities schedule covering everything from kids’ aerobics to arts and crafts. Teens get their own space on the top floor, with bean bags and games consoles for a more relaxed hangout. With four hours of daily access included, parents have more than enough time to rediscover what a holiday actually feels like.
4. Two words: chocolate hour
The Swiss hotel chain has become renowned for its daily chocolate hour – and Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali is no exception. Every day, guests of all ages are invited to indulge in an impressive spread of treats: bite-size delights, truffles and a chocolate fountain that will satisfy even the sweetest tooth. It’s a small ritual that somehow makes every afternoon feel like a celebration.
5. A spa and swim-up bar made for parents
JeJaLa Pool Bar does frozen margaritas in more flavours than you’ll be able to work through – best enjoyed from one of the sunken barstools while someone else entertains the kids. When you’re ready to go deeper, Arkipela Spa & Wellness delivers botanical treatments, an apothecary blending bar and a dedicated relaxation lounge that makes it very easy to lose track of time.
6. Three pools, a water slide and a 45-metre lap pool
The pool area was clearly designed with every member of the family in mind. Younger children will make a beeline for the artificial beach and toddler zone, while older kids gravitate towards the water slide. For adults, there’s a 45-metre lap pool for serious swimmers, a bubbling Jacuzzi for everyone else, and generous stretches of sun loungers, salas and shaded pavilions for those whose holiday ambitions extend no further than a good book.
7. Three minutes to one of Bali’s best beaches
No shuttles, no car hire, no logistics – Jimbaran Beach is a three-minute walk from the resort entrance. It’s one of the island’s most family-friendly stretches: relatively uncrowded, with gentle tides and soft sand that’s well-suited to children. Come in the morning for a quiet swim, or return at dusk for sundowners and one of the most spectacular sunsets Bali has to offer.
