Legian Beach Bali

Legian is a beachfront town in Bali, located north of Kuta and south of Seminyak. Stretching north from Kuta, Legian offers the same easy access to the shops and bars but a slightly more relaxed and less chaotic feeling. The northern area of Legian going towards Seminyak also offers a bit of an escape from the crowds and is also a popular surf beach.

This area basically stretches from Legian Beach Hotel up to Hotel Kumala Pantai or Double Six Road. Most of the popular hotels, such as Bali Mandira and Bali Padma, are on the beach along here. There is no proper road in front of the hotels, however there is a paved pathway between the hotels and the beach which is only open for authorised vehicles when there is a ceremony being held. This pathway acts like a boulevard and gives guests in this area the advantage of being able to stroll along this stretch to a number of restaurants, bars and nightclubs at the end of Double Six Road.

What we can do here ?

• Head into the ocean with boogie boards (Rp20,000/hour) and surfboards (Rp50,000/hour) hired from the beach or take surfing lessons from the Surf School based at Blue Ocean on the beachfront.
• Go shopping and score some serious bargains.
• Have a manicure, pedicure or hair braiding all while you relax under your ocean view sun umbrella.
• Take a break from the beach for lunch at one of the reasonably priced restaurants on the beachfront.
• Watch the stunning sunset over an arak madu (local spirit with honey and lime) or a Bintang (local beer).
• Have dinner at Blue Ocean restaurant which has live music on Friday nights.
• On Saturday and Sunday evenings, the beachfront is packed with tourists, expats, locals and motorbikes, with fire pois and musicians jamming on the beach - you'll be more than welcome to join in.

Hotels and Villas

Squeezed between Kuta and Seminyak this area has a wide variety of accommodation options in the mid range to splurge hotels and offers as well several villas. Legian is a bit more upmarket compared to the backpacker oriented Kuta.

• Blue Ocean. This legendary surfie hangout from the 70's remains an oasis in the midst of the many mid range hotels on Legian beachfront and beyond. For RP120,000/night you can get a large room with a couple of single beds or a double, an outdoor bathroom and kitchen facilities. Of course there's no pool (but the beach is right on the doorstep), you'll only get one thin blanket, toilet rolls and towels (only if you ask) and a noisy fan. No extra charge for mosquitoes and dust. For RP30,000 more you can get air-conditioning. The place has an ambiance all of its own and the staff are a delight - once you get through the door. Depending who's on duty you are likely to be told the place is 'full' but be persistent, there's nearly always a room available.

• SU's Cottages I, Jl.Pura Bagus Taruna (Werkadura) No. 532, +62 0361 730 324, Fax: +62 0361 762 202. This popular hotel has several rooms, a pool and friendly staff. It's located only 3 minutes from Legian's beach. The cheapest rooms go for RP170,000 and come with hot water, breakfast and TV. For a bit more you can get air conditioning as well.

• Bali Matahari Hotel, Jl. Melasti, Gang Lebak Bene, +62 361 763 707, (E-mail: E-mail: reservations@hotelbalimatahari.com),. 44 rooms with basic amenities, facilities include restaurant, swimming pool, with WiFi connectivity. Rooms start at Rp 375,000 ($33 USD).
• Club Bali, +62 361 752 840. Service apartments with kitchen. Single bedroom Rp 850,000 ($75), two bedrooms Rp 1,200,000 ($110 USD).
• Kumala Pantai, newest hotel on the beachfront and very nice with all modern cons. Rooms start at Rp 680,000 ($60).
• Hotel Jayakarta, Jl. Werkudara, +62 361 751 433. Long time favourite with Aussie & Kiwi families.
• Puri Raja, Jl. Padma Utara, +62 361 755 902. Recently refurbished , pleasant grounds , good value and has loyal regulars.

• Bali Mandira, Jl. Padma No.2, +62 361 751 381. Nicely situated hotel with a beach view and dining options.
• Rama Garden Hotel, Jl. Yudistira, +62 361 751 971. Take pleasure in well-appointed rooms and excellent service.
• Villa Naga Maya. Jl. Werkudara Gg. Arjuna 7B (Tel./Fax: +62 361 763-387). These picturesque holiday villas have all the five-star resort amenities, and provide an oasis of tropical gardens, elegant pools and traditional Balinese atmosphere. Villa Naga Maya is a delightful haven to make one's stay in Bali a unique experience of tropical island living. The crystal clear swimming pool has a unique water curtain, and is surrounded by lush tropical landscaping. Nestled back in the quite lanes of beautiful Legian, 400 meters from alluring Legian Beach and only 20 minutes from the airport. Its safe, quite and secure location is strategically located in the midst of fine dining establishments, invigorating nightlife, and of course the best shopping Bali has to offer.

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