Closest beach
Batu Belig Beach
The closest beach. It is calmer than its neighbours and one of our favourite places for sunset.
Things to do
Beaches, beach clubs and good food, all close by
Umalas sits between Seminyak and Canggu, so the best of both is a short ride away. Below are the places our guests ask about most. Our team is happy to recommend more and to arrange tours.
Close by
Everything in this part is a short ride from 20 Suites Umalas. Traffic in Bali can be heavy, so allow some extra time.
Beaches
Berawa
Berawa Beach
The home of the Berawa beach clubs, close to the suites.
Seminyak
Petitenget Beach
A wide, relaxed shore beside the Petitenget temple.
Canggu
Batu Bolong Beach
Known for beginner-friendly surf and beach cafés, with a small sea temple on the rocks.
Seminyak
Seminyak Beach
A long stretch of dark sand lined with beach clubs, restaurants and loungers. Waves can be strong, so check the flags before swimming.
Beach clubs
Berawa
FINNS
In Berawa, with pools, bars and daily DJs. A good choice for families too.
Berawa
Atlas
In Berawa, billed as the world's largest beach club.
Petitenget
Potato Head
In Petitenget, known for its amphitheatre of reclaimed wooden shutters and its infinity pool.
Canggu
The Lawn
Right on Batu Bolong beach, with bean bags on the lawn, an infinity pool and a reliable sunset.
Echo Beach
La Brisa
On Echo Beach, a bohemian, driftwood-style spot known for its décor and sustainable seafood.
Seminyak
La Plancha
Seminyak's original chiringuito-style beach bar, with bright bean bags and umbrellas on the sand.
Cafés and restaurants
There are lots of cafés nearby, and we would be happy to recommend some. Here are a few of our favourites.
In the neighbourhood
Nüde Café Umalas
A light-filled, leafy all-day café, best known for its build-your-own bowls and breakfasts.
Berawa
Milk & Madu
A relaxed, family-friendly all-day café with a kids' menu.
Pererenan
Shelter
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes to share, in a leafy garden setting.
Canggu
Santanera
Latin-inspired plates in a striking glass-and-brick building. It is very popular, so book ahead.
Gyms
Berawa
BullGym Bali
At Café del Mar, a no-nonsense, old-school gym for serious strength training.
Berawa
Nirvana Life
In Berawa, a large wellness club with classes and recovery facilities.
Canggu
Reload Sanctuary
In Canggu, training, recovery and wellness in one place, with a pool and a café.
Pererenan
Obsidian
In Pererenan, a strength and HYROX gym with indoor and outdoor training.
Shops and essentials
Apotek Kimia Farma Umalas, an ATM Mandiri and several supermarkets are all close by.
Further away
These make good day trips. Most need an early start, so ask reception about our tour packages and the best time to go.
Temples and culture
Tabanan
Tanah Lot Temple
Bali's most famous sea temple. Only worshippers can enter, but at low tide you can walk down to its base. Sunset is the busiest time, so come in the morning for space and check the tide times first.
Uluwatu
Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Dance
A temple on a clifftop followed by the fire-lit Kecak dance at sunset. Sarongs are lent at the entrance, and the monkeys snatch glasses and phones, so keep them in a bag. Arrive around 4 PM.
Tampaksiring
Tirta Empul Temple
A 10th-century water temple where visitors can join the purification ritual. A sarong and sash are required, and it is best to go early. It combines well with Tegalalang.
Jimbaran
GWK Cultural Park
Built around a statue of Vishnu riding Garuda that is over 120 m tall. There is a lot of walking in the sun, so go in the late afternoon.
Nature and adventure
Near Ubud
Tegalalang Rice Terraces
Bali's most photographed rice terraces. Morning light is best, and it helps to bring a little cash for the small donations asked along the paths.
Petang
Nungnung Waterfall
One of Bali's biggest waterfalls, reached by around 500 steps down a jungle gorge, and the same back up. Allow 1.5 to 2 hours and wear shoes with good grip.
North Bali
Dolphin watching in Lovina
A dawn boat trip, with boats leaving around 6 AM, so many guests stay locally. Sightings are likely but never guaranteed.
South Bali
The Bukit beaches
Pandawa, Thomas, Suluban and Padang Padang sit below limestone cliffs. Several involve steps and some are best at low tide, so combine them with Uluwatu Temple for a full day. Sunrise on Mount Batur is also popular, with a very early start.
Want help planning your days?
We offer tour packages and are happy to recommend cafés, restaurants and beach clubs. Just ask on WhatsApp.