Beach Options in Southern Bali

Located around the southeast corner of Bali is Sanur Beach, the island’s oldest and most traditional resort area. Sanur has much more of a village feel compared to the louder beaches over on the west coast, and with its gentle blue waters, overhanging palm trees, and good quality accommodation is invariably our first choice of location in the south.  

On the other side of the peninsula, Nusa Dua is Bali’s largest resort area. It’s home to the island’s biggest hotel developments and caters mostly to family groups who like to have everything they need onsite. Continuing the family theme, the coral reefs immediately off Nusa Dua are an excellent exploration site for novice snorkelers. 

Kuta Beach is known to be the brashest and busiest in Bali. It’s here you’ll find the greatest concentration of cheap and mid-range accommodation, mostly catering to a younger, rowdier clientele. Think water sports by day, and pumping nightlife after dark. It’s not everyone, but for some – it’s heaven! 

Continuing up the western coast, Legian rolls into equally youthful but more laidback Canggu. Canggu is known for its surf scene, and you’ll find a typically relaxed atmosphere here. Echo Beach is the center of the scene, with its juice bars, remote working spots, and trendy accommodation. In contrast to the white sand beaches elsewhere, the coast from here on in becomes alluring volcanic black sand.