Islands & Beaches

12 Best Beach Clubs in Bali

The Island of the Gods’ most heavenly spots to eat, drink and swim.

March 6, 2019

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While the astrologically inclined defer to Bali’s Scorpio star sign to describe the island’s harmony of hedonism and spirituality, more grounded minds might consider the continual raising of the bar between its beach clubs as a way of explaining the good vibes all around. From the gravity-defying infinity pools of Uluwatu’s cliffscapes to the bleeding-edge designs of Potato Head in Seminyak, and the bamboo surf-side lounges in nearby Canggu—even a ‘jungle club’ up in Ubud—Bali has more than enough variety to satisfy all tastes, ages, and occasions. Our editors have handpicked the 12 best beach clubs in Bali, whether you’re looking to party the day away, settle in for a long lunch with the family, or sip on happy hour cocktails while the sun sets over the Indian Ocean.

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The Lawn
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The Lawn is a small but perfectly formed—and spotless—beach club on the shores of the Batu Bolong surf spot. You're guaranteed to hear a soundtrack of skillfully chilled Afrobeat and yacht rock as you sip cocktails that utilize local ingredients and arak infusions dreamt up in house.
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Desa Potato Head Beach Club
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A giant amphitheater built from brushed concrete and reclaimed wood, Potato Head bills itself as Bali’s home of tropical modernism. With daybeds positioned around the infinity pool, a swim-up bar, and three restaurants, Potato Head serves as the center of the island's creative scene, regularly hosting film screenings, cultural conventions, and world-famous DJs on its outdoor dance floors. The club and its surrounding complex of boutiques and coffee bars will drop the jaws of even the most jaded of travelers. You’ll want to clear your schedule to make the most of an afternoon and evening here.

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Sundays Beach Club
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The magic begins before you reach the beach: Entrance to Sundays is through the Ungasan resort, where you take a spectacular funicular ride down jungle-covered cliffs backdropped by the turquoise of the lagoon. A trio of thatched rooftops then peek out from the coconut palms before you finally set foot on what might just be Bali’s most beautiful white sand beach. Exchange $25 entrance ticket for a drinks credit, then sit back on a sun lounger, sip, swim—and repeat.
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Karma Beach Club
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Karma’s wow factor begins on a cable car that runs from cliffs overlooking a stunning lagoon down to the white sands of Bali’s most beautiful beach. Because the club is in a jungle-covered cove, its ambience feels intimate and romantic, making it the perfect choice for a date. Get there early to snag a cabana, kayak around the corals at low tide, pose for pictures in the nearby cave, and then settle down on a beanbag to take in a movie on the beach after sunset.

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Ulu Cliffhouse
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Modernist lines frame a stunning cliff-side setting at ULU Cliffhouse, a grown-up—but not buttoned-up—Uluwatu hotspot. At 100 feet up, most guests are more than happy soaking up the views while lounging around the pool, which is backdropped by palms swaying and thatched guest bungalows. If you'd prefer another vantage point, a newly opened deck, set hundreds of steps below on a rocky promontory, puts you within prime toe-dipping position in the Indian Ocean.
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Single Fin
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Single Fin has mushroomed since its humble beginnings, in 2007, into more than 20,000 square feet of party space. The bilevel club has a pool deck cantilevered over a cliff above one of surfing’s spiritual homes: Uluwatu beach. You can’t say you’ve seen Bali until you’ve surfed—or at least swum—by Uluwatu’s tidal cove. Afterwards, watch the sun sink into the Indian Ocean from the island’s biggest balcony.

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Omnia Dayclub Bali
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Bali’s first adults-only dayclub transports the decadence of the famed Las Vegas nightspot to Uluwatu’s cliffs, with VIP cabanas and private plunge and infinity pools galore. This is a one-of-a-kind, day-into-night party experience straight out of your Instagram’s Explore feed. The jewel in the crown is the Cube, an iridescent, geometric bar perched 200 feet atop the Bukit Peninsula, crystal beads sparkling in the sun. Pomelo mojitos and vodka, guava, and lemongrass sparklers top the drinks list.
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Tropicola
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Brought into being by the crew behind nearby Motel Mexicola and De Maria, Canggu’s pizza and party spot, Tropicola basks in primary colors and a lively soundtrack. Pool-side classics take familiar names: Copacabana, Hemingway, Tulum Bliss, Pink Flamingo. The frozen Margarita Verde is blended with celery, cucumber, and elderflower; a michelada is brought to life with passionfruit. Generous deals on bottle service will turn any daytime hang into an all-night affair. The menu pairs Bali with Mexico; dishes include Baja fish tacos, scallop aguachile, grilled shrimp with pickles, and a flawless ceviche tostada. Come to live la vida loca with the squad—you're in for a great time.

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Old Man's
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An informal beer garden just off the Batu Bolong surf break, Old Man’s has been a Canggu institution for more than two decades. So although it can be a bit scruffy around the edges when compared to its newer peers, the club still attracts a strong crowd, especially during its daily happy hour (5–6 p.m.), when all drinks are buy one get one free. And there's always something going on here: soccer finals on the big screen, live music, DJs, barbecues, and more.
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Ku De Ta
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Founded in 2000, back when the off-gold sands of Seminyak were surrounded by nothing but rice fields and fishing paraws, Ku De Ta, which bills itself as “Bali’s original sunset destination,” has seen it all. An open-plan restaurant with daybeds, a plunge pool, and a mellow soundtrack—you can still hear the breeze and waves out front—Ku De Ta offers a upmarket, unpretentious ambience cast in a sleek silhouette.

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La Brisa
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La Brisa is a breathtakingly beautiful beach club that's built entirely from reclaimed wood and set around a curved pool on the shores of Echo Beach. With repurposed fishing boats, nautical knick knacks, coconut palms popping through floorboards, and rattan beanbags, the place is proof that shipwrecked can indeed be chic. The drinks are decent; standouts include the watermelon-and-rum Bali Sunset and the Herb & Spice, with gin, lemongrass, and chili.
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Jungle Fish Bali
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With EDM and a large infinity pool overlooking the towering teak and mahogany trees of Ubud’s misty Campuhan Ridge, Jungle Fish offers a party-like respite from kombucha and kundalini yoga. The club's surprisingly extensive and experimental drinks make good use of local ingredients like snakefruit-infused arak, kaffir lime, and chili. (Heck, the tequila- and turmeric-based Kunyit Mama Rita might even be good for you.) The menu has Asian mezze platters, wood-fired pizzas, burgers, grills, and chili crab tacos. Come to cool off after hiking Ubud’s Campuhan Ridge—right when you're really missing the buzz of the beach.