With endless stretches of golden beaches, world-class resorts and family-friendly attractions, Bali is the ideal family holiday. But where do you start when it comes to planning – where should you stay, how do you choose the right accommodation and what do you need to consider before taking the entire family on an international adventure? Read on for your Bali family game plan.
This is our second time we are stayed in this property and we simply love it 🥰
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Paul B.AU · 1 escape · 1 review
Super helpful staff, they really make the stay. Great facilities. Beautiful room, with amazing view and a lot of inclusions.
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AnonymousUS
Must try Korral restaurant
Amazing Indian restaurant
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Kate B.AU · 18 escapes · 2 reviews
One of the best hotels in Bali by far. Everything about this hotel is luxury.
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Julie F.AU · 4 escapes · 1 review
Absolutely beautiful hotel. The staff are incredible cannot do enough for you. The food is sensational and very generous. We had a cliff suite and added all the extras 3 meals cocktail for 2 hours we found that we didn’t even leave the hotel it just provided in every way. Perfect 5 night stay to totally unwind and relax and feel spoilt
Choose the right location
Trendy, beachfront areas like Kuta, Seminyak and Legian are firm family favourites, with easy access to sandy beaches, casual dining and family-friendly attractions: think Waterbom Bali waterpark and surf schools. Plus, with the airport just a short drive away, you can maximise your time on holiday.
Inland, Ubud offers a more nature-led escape, perfect for curious kids and those seeking something more than the beach. Days here can be spent on scenic walks through emerald rice fields or meeting local wildlife at attractions like Bali Bird Park or Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary.
For a quieter and more indulgent escape, Nusa Dua offers sprawling high-end resorts and pristine beaches. Set within a gated community, it’s a haven where kids can roam freely and parents can truly unwind. While the little ones spend hours enjoying resort-based amenities like treasure hunts and extensive kids’ clubs, adults can retreat to dreamy day spas or laze by oceanfront infinity pools.
Absolutely beautiful place to spend time and relax with my family. The staff, facilities, food and scenery was simply world-class. Will definitely come back in a heart beat.
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Anne B.AU · 11 escapes · 4 reviews
Unfortunately, I had to postpone my stay at this hotel due to a family emergency. The manager of this hotel was so kind to grant me to stay at a later date rather tham cancelling my booking altogether. I am looking forward to stay at this hotel next year April. LE staff were extremely professional, compassionate and helpful to me. I can recommend LE to anyone who wants to look for a luxury escape.
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Sharon S.AU · 1 escape · 1 review
Kappa Senses is probably our best stay ever. The staff are absolutely amazing, both the trainees like Diah and the more experienced staff. So helpful, warm, welcoming, smiley, and attentive to a level we haven’t experienced before.
The resort gardens are stunning, like being amongst botanical gardens. Even the garden staff are exceptional – naming plants and flowers for us, explaining herbal and medicinal uses, and we thoroughly enjoyed the permaculture tour.
The food was incredible and so much choice! Presentation and quality was outstanding, we were blown away.
The free shuttle is a great bonus too!
Kappa Senses is a little way out from the super busy part of Ubud, and we loved the bit of seclusion. Magical location beside lush green rice fields in amongst incredible trees and tropical gardens.
We had an absolutely wonderful time and wholeheartedly recommend Kappa Senses.
The Luxury Escapes package was an exceptional deal too.
Loved it, AAA+++!
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Ivone R.AU · 24 escapes · 12 reviews
Kappa Senses Ubud is gorgeous and the team are the sweetest. Thank you for taking care of us so well.
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Colin D.IE · 1 escape · 1 review
Super location, wonderful staff and food was amazing in all resturants
Select the right accommodation
Bali is home to a range of family-friendly resorts, from self-contained private pool villas to interconnecting hotel rooms and lavish family suites. To choose the perfect stay, start by considering the facilities that best suit your needs. If you have active kids, resorts like Hard Rock Hotel Bali and Grand Hyatt Bali feature sprawling swimming pools, thrilling waterslides and exciting kids’ clubs to keep the little ones busy.
If you’re travelling with toddlers or fussy eaters, consider a villa or apartment stay like the Two Bedroom Ocean View Residence at AYANA Segara Bali, which features a fully-equipped kitchen so you can prepare meals at your leisure – plus 11 onsite restaurants with kid-friendly menus. Additional family-friendly touches like babysitting services and thoughtful in-room amenities (like PlayStations and bunk beds) can further enhance your stay.
Everything about this resort was superb ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ we enjoyed every minute – staff were beautiful, room was exceptional, food sublime.
Spa amenities were excellent, both massage experience and Thelasso therapy.
Will definitely come back!
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Patricia C.AU · 4 escapes · 2 reviews
Absolutely 1st class 6* all the way !!
This is a beautiful resort. It is kept in perfect condition and the staff are always happy to assist with a smile & Enthusiasm. The staff are properly trained in their job and the resort was spotless
We preferred the breakfast at Ayana main lobby but they were all fantastic. You can choose from so many restaurants and they are all good quality.
I had a wonderful massage from Pari who was properly trained at massages. I felt that 1.800.000 ++ was expensive for 30 minutes of massage – that’s about $155 AUD. I’d expect that for 1 hour so I felt a bit cheated with that
I also found drinks to be very expensive. But I guess you have to pay for the luxury of such fine service.
There is no need to leave the resort which is good & bad. You miss out if traditional Bali if you don’t venture out. All in all a definite AAAAA++++ all the way. I couldn’t fault it. Thank you teramakasi!
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Noeleen B.AU · 1 escape · 2 reviews
Fantastic place, fantastic staff, spotlessly clean, service beyond compere, we just loved it, we will definitely be back before the end of the year.
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Ronald A.AU · 8 escapes · 4 reviews
The complex is beautifully kept and service immaculate.
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Leanne M.AU · 2 escapes · 1 review
Ayana Segara in Bali is absolute paradise. It’s an experience that everyone should sample. It was absolutely breathtaking the location food and atmosphere the attention to detail and all round service was flawless.
Maximise your budget
Whether you’re looking for an affordable hotel in a convenient location or a five-star beachfront retreat, Bali offers something for every family. To stretch your holiday budget even further, planning is key – for the school holidays, aim to book at least six months in advance (or nine to 12 months for the Christmas holidays). This applies not just to accommodation, but to flights, day tours, airport transfers and other transport as well.
Another top budget tip? Take advantage of ‘kids eat free’ promotions. Popular resorts like The Samaya Seminyak Bali and The Trans Resort Bali regularly offer packages where children under 12 years old can stay and eat for free.
This place is the best! Feels really luxurious, and spacious. The food is really good, all the hotel staff were friendly and nothing was ever a problem! You won’t regret staying here!
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Suzanne M.AU · 7 escapes · 2 reviews
This has to be the loveliest place I’ve ever stayed. Huge villa and private pool area, lovely thoughtful staff and drivers, bonus amazing inclusions! 10/10
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Bridget L.AU · 9 escapes · 1 review
Always the best, peace, privacy and kindness. Do not miss having a massage.
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Andy F.AU · 13 escapes · 5 reviews
This is the second time that we have stayed in Kayumanis Ubud villas and it was just as good as the first we would highly recommend the accommodation.
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AnonymousAU
My husband and I spent a week at Kayumanis Ubud and we absolutely loved it. The villa was fantastic, the staff and service were excellent. The food at the Dining Corner was one of the best hotel food we’ve had, and we appreciated the little details that were provided to us. Highly recommend if you are looking for a peaceful, relaxing holiday surrounded by the lush flora and fauna of Ubud. Highly recommended.
Health and safety
Bali’s tropical climate calls for extra care. Be sure to pack plenty of reef-safe, SPF 50+ sunscreen, mosquito repellent and light, breathable clothing for the whole family. Slip, slop, slap are words to live by – even on holiday.
Comprehensive travel insurance is also a must, ensuring peace of mind in case of medical mishaps or travel disruptions. It’s also worth noting the location of the nearest international medical clinic to your hotel or resort. A few simple precautions can go a long way in the off chance something goes wrong.
Very family oriented.. beautiful staff .. nothing is too much trouble
Food and service was exceptional
They have an in house cooking class which I highly recommend .
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Philip P.AU · 2 escapes · 1 review
Peppers is 5 star and a complete luxury. Highly recommend, all staff are friendly, food is magnificent and massages are a dream. Can't wait to go back !
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David L.AU · 8 escapes · 4 reviews
Absolutely amazing. Okay and the staff were brilliant and helped with everything we needed. Kids were 18 and 16 and had an absolute blast. Peppers is close enough to beaches, clubs and shopping to walk to. We will be back.
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AnonymousAU
Wonderful villa, really wonderful supplied facilities. Supplied water cooler with filtered water which makes it very easy to stay hydrated but also conscious of waste. Excellent breakfast menu and very accommodating staff. Shuttle very convenient and staff go above and beyond. Lovely main pool area although didn’t use as much. Excellent spa. Wish we had more time here!
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Fady R.AU · 1 escape · 1 review
This has got to be the most memorable holiday ever and we have been to Bali many times but this stands out the most we had a fantastic time the staff the atmosphere was amazing plus they gave us a upgrade to a three bedroom we definitely would love to come back here
Figure out what activities you want to do in advance
A little planning goes a long way in creating a memorable and stress-free escape. For fun-filled days, plan a visit to a theme park like Trans Studio. Adventure seekers will love quad biking and river rafting, while relaxed beach days, rice terrace walks and local market visits are a great way to add a dose of local culture. For an unforgettable family experience, a sunrise trek to the summit of Mount Batur shouldn’t be missed. No trip to Bali is complete without a water-based adventure – be it snorkelling alongside majestic sea turtles, kayaking across crystal-clear waters or spotting dolphins on a sunrise cruise.
A few months out from your escape, take a moment to check your family’s documents – especially child passports, which generally expire after five years. For smooth entry to Indonesia, you’ll need to have at least six months’ validity on your passport and obtain a visa either online or on arrival. As entry requirements can occasionally change, check the latest travel advice on Smart Traveller at least two months prior to your departure.
Minimise travel time to maximise holiday time
Travel days can be exhausting, and even more so for the little ones. Minimise time spent in transit by hiring a private driver or booking a private airport transfer. On arrival at Denpasar Airport, you’ll be greeted by a friendly face ready to assist with your luggage and whisk you off to your resort. If you’re hoping to explore the island’s natural wonders or world-class attractions, a private driver and guide are worth their weight in gold, adding context to your experiences and ensuring the day is tailored to suit your family’s needs.
