The best family villas in Ubud, Seminyak and Canggu

Operating since 2005, Bali Villa Escapes has grown into one of the largest agencies in the villa rental space. With a reservation team on the ground in Bali, they are happy to guide you through your holiday so that there is zero stress and maximum fun. All villas are handpicked and designed to host a range of holiday types – from multigenerational trips to a regular family holiday in the sun – and all come with a private pool and your own staff.

Check out our picks below of some of the most fantastic Bali family villas you can choose from in Seminyak, Canggu and Ubud.

Seminyak

Although it may be immediately north of Kuta, Seminyak feels almost like its own island with its trendy restaurants, boutique shops, immersive galleries and overall sense of style. This destination is famous for its beautiful beach, which stretches for almost a kilometre and is lined with kid-friendly beach clubs. Spend your days indulging in some retail therapy, walking along the popular Eat Street, enjoying one of the many day spas, relaxing by your own private pool, taking the kids to the beach for a surf lesson or welcoming the sunrise with a spot of yoga. Here, it’s all about R&R in chic surroundings.

Must-do activities

• Take a surfing lesson on Seminyak Beach (numerous surf schools line the sand, so you will have no trouble finding one to suit your budget).
• Have a day filled with culture with a visit to Pra Petitenget, a centuries-old temple set just back from the beach.
• Taste the best coffee in town at Revolver, loved by locals and visitors alike.
• While away a day at Potato Head Beach Club, host to three on-site restaurants, three bars and an infinity pool, all overlooking the ocean.

Villa Shanti

Where to stay

Villa Shanti

Located in a private gated villa complex and just one block away from Seminyak’s popular Eat Street, the two-storey Villa Shanti features an 11-metre pool surrounded by lush tropical gardens and sun lounges, a large living area with a traditional Balinese high-pitched ceiling which opens directly onto the pool terrace, a well-equipped kitchen and four modern bedrooms – three of which include a king-size bed.

Villa Banyu

Just a short five-minute taxi ride to central Seminyak’s Oberoi Street, Villa Bibi can accommodate up to 10 guests, making it the ideal choice for more than one family travelling together or a multigenerational holiday. The five-bedroom property includes a private pool, a billiards table, an alang alang thatched roof (giving it a quintessential Balinese vibe), ensuites offering a mix of soaking tubs and rain showers, and more.

Villa Banyu

Canggu

Often dubbed “the new Seminyak”, this Balinese village is the perfect place to slow down and disconnect among green-as-green rice fields yet still have access to cool cafes, restaurants and beach clubs. Bali’s latest holiday hotspot is more laid-back than the frenetic Seminyak, so makes a great alternative for families who want to get away from it all.

Must-do activities

• Enjoy a water-filled day out at the Splash Waterpark, which features four world-class slides (the Giant Racer, Speed Racer, Super Bowl and the Big Red) and a Water Wonderland for littlies with cannons, mini slides, a climbing fort and a big water bucket.
• Giddy up with a day of horse riding with Bali Equestrian Centre.
• Go beach hopping among all the nearby pristine stretches of sand, including Pantai Batu Bolong, Pantai Berawa and Pantai Perancak.
• Get out of the sun for a couple of hours and enjoy a spot of 10-pin bowling at Strike Bali.

Villa Waha

Where to stay

Villa Waha

Situated close to Berawa Beach and Finns Recreation Club, Villa Waha is a great choice for families who want to be close to the beach and Canggu’s restaurants and cafes. The four-bedroom accommodation includes an open-air lounge, dining and kitchen spaces, a 12-metre pool with a timber deck, an air-conditioned cinema room and two ground-floor ensuite bedrooms overlooking the outside area.

Villa Maya

If you are after privacy, this one’s for you. Just a short walk to well-known beaches such as Berawa and Echo, the hidden away Villa Maya is surrounded by pretty Balinese gardens. Host to a 15-metre swimming pool and gazebo, a large living area with a 10-seater lounge and flat-screen TV, and four bedrooms all fitted out with king-size beds and ensuite bathrooms, this is a great choice for those travelling with teens or older kids, who appreciate extra space.

Villa Maya

Ubud

The cultural centre of Bali, Ubud is a picturesque village known for its beautiful surroundings and bohemian lifestyle – it’s the type of place where a holiday could easily turn into a stay of weeks or even years. Numerous novels and films have been set among its rice fields and rolling hills, and families with a love for all things creative and sustainable will find a holiday here simply magical.

Must-do activities

• Enter the cool and dense swath of jungle surrounding the three holy temples at the Ubud Monkey Forest, which is inhabited by over 600 grey-haired Balinese macaques (stay alert: these cheeky fiends will happily steal your camera off your shoulder if you aren’t paying attention).
• Peruse the incredible collection of Indonesian art at the Agung Rai Museum of Art.
• Go bird watching at Bali Bird Walk, which was established in 1990 by ornithologist Victor Mason with a focus on conservation through education.
• Explore the misty mountains of Central Bali on a guided tour with Bali Eco Cycling.

Villa San

Where to stay

Villa San

Set just a few hundred metres from the Royal Palace of Ubud and Bali’s cultural heart, the two-storey Villa San can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests. The six-bedroom property features a 25-metre pool and large outdoor area with a barbecue (perfect for lazy afternoons soaking up the tropical sun), a private art studio, a gym, an outdoor yoga space and a designated playroom for the kids full of games and toys.

Villa Griya Aditi

Located just minutes from the Ubud town centre, the three-bedroom Villa Griya Aditi is perfect for a family holiday to central Bali or can be booked with the adjoining seven-bedroom Villa Griya Atma for a larger group or multigenerational holiday. Highlights of the property include a poolside Jacuzzi, a cushioned relaxation bale, sun recliners, views overlooking rice fields and a master suite with a private patio.

Villa Griya Aditi

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