This is the BaliDave.com guide to the best hotels in Nusa Dua, an area located on the
eastern coast of southern Bali, and packed with excellent choices for where to stay,
including many solid options for families. We’ve also got otters videos across our
channel showcasing the top hotels in all of Bali’s other best areas for tourists.
We begin with the St Regis, a gorgeous and luxurious resort in the southern part of
this zone. It features a gigantic pool with swim up bar that reaches almost to the sand,
along a seemingly perfect stretch of beach. Here, there is also a multi-tiered fine dining
restaurant with open kitchen. Further inland among meticulously manicured gardens, villas surround a
long and winding lagoon shaped pool, which they can access from their personal garden patios.
Further north is the Laguna Resort, covered in tropical gardens. The hotel features an
astonishing 7 swimming pools, one of which includes a sandy inland beach
and large waterfall. Some guests can swim right out from their room,
suite, or villa, and the resort is set on a perfectly tranquil beach.
Next door is the luxurious Melia Bali, sprinkled with lotus-filled lagoons,
ponds, and fountains. Along the beachfront are a variety of shady areas to dine or
enjoy the quietly lapping waves, plus multiple giant pools to choose from.
A short walk along the beach leads to a wooded headland with trails to explore.
Just past the bay’s southern headland, is the vast Grand Hyatt, with a long beachfront shaded
by trees. An expansive lagoon-like network of pools has rock islands, water slides,
and waterfalls, connected by bridges and meandering pathways. And the lobby and main
entrance area features a wide selection of patios and terraces for dining and relaxing.
Another great choice for families is the Westin, a smaller overall resort,
with an understated sense of luxury. The hotel has a prime stretch of beautiful beachfront in a
protected bay, and 5 great swimming pools to choose from. Some pools feature sandy edges
and waterfalls, and shaded cabanas dot the lush garden landscape to relax and enjoy.
Amarterra is an exquisite and romantic five star boutique resort, that’s quiet
and secluded and ideal for a romantic vacation. With grounds covered in lush vegetation, the 40
luxury villas styled in contemporary Balinese decor are some of the largest in Bali. Though
not located directly on the waterfront, there is a private beach club just a few hundred meters away.
The modern Sofitel Resort, popular with families and for events,
has a more contemporary design. There’s a giant network of pools,
including many that link directly to the ground level rooms, suites, and villas.
Novotel Bali Nusa Dua is a slightly more modest resort with many traditional features,
littered with ponds and statues, and covered in greenery. There is a large,
tiered pool, and though it’s not right on the beachfront,
there is a frequent shuttle to their private beach club just a few hundred meters away.
There’s also a major focus on families, with lots of great activities for children.
Courtyard Bali is a great choice, where functionality and value take
precedence over tradition and luxury. Accommodations are spread out around
two centrally located giant and attractive pools. There’s easy access to the nearby restaurants and
shopping, and guests have access to the facilities of the adjoining Marriott Gardens resort.
Merusaka is a solid combination of luxury and value. The giant 3 tiered pool sits between the
main building with a variety of activities available, and a wide beachfront zone. Here
you’ll find another large pool, and a variety of shady areas to lounge and relax, with the
waterfront path that winds along the coast that’s perfect for a leisurely stroll or bike ride.
Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa is a beautiful and traditional resort that is particularly
affordable. In addition to the huge pool along the long sandy beachfront,
the hotel includes a large spa and sports complex with its own additional pool oasis. Plus,
surrounded by lushly landscaped gardens full of fountains and cultural murals,
is a large stone amphitheater where cultural performances are held most nights.
Just South of Nusa Dua along the coast are 3 more terrific hotels
worth checking out as well. The Ritz Carlton, Apurva Kempinski, and Hilton.
For our travel guide and lots more great hotel coverage from Bali and beyond, check
out BaliDave.com, to plan your next trip. Thanks for watching.