Kuta Beach - Bali
Kuta Beach - Bali
3.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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- Tika WJakarta, Indonesia13 contributionsNice BeachA breathtaking beach. Because Bali is such a large island, visitors should be prepared for long journeys that may involve heavy traffic. It is strongly recommended that you find lodging in the area. Although we preferred doublesix beach the most, Kuta is also a nice place to hang out.Visited October 2023Travelled with familyWritten 27 October 2023
- Peter MMataram, Indonesia242 contributionsKuta beach tipsThis is a beautiful beach for adults, children and surfers. You can sit at a table on the beach and just take it In while having a coconut or Bintang. These tables and sun lounges belong to the seller directly above them under the trees. When you sit down you will be approached by the seller to order (do so directly). A simple small bottle of water will suffice but if you don’t buy from them you will be asked for a fee to sit there. This beach stretches for kilometres through different suburbs. Pedlars can drive you crazy if you don’t want to buy dismiss them promptly or you will be swarmed by others. No need to be rude just keep saying no and better not to make eye contact with them when they are walking past. The stall holders who own the tables and sun lounges are reasonably priced.Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 7 November 2023
- Simon BCity of Greater Geelong, Australia4,145 contributionsDesign your own playbookNew esplanade walk at back of beach makes a fine exercise path at sunrise. Learnt hard way over past visits to have personal rules … don’t dawdle or sit on beach as become swarmed by hawkers and sellers … from the tame coconut to illegal drugs. Sunset worth a quick visit or alternatively find a beach hotel roof bar to hide from maddening action below.Visited December 2023Travelled soloWritten 5 January 2024
- RaymondaleKuala Lumpur, Malaysia1,162 contributionsrelaxed and joyful vibesLast week, i had four days trip to bali,i came to kuta beach again,it is not the first time. but this time,i tried to stay here more longer time. i rented a chair, a sunshed,and got a fresh coconut, then sitting on the chair, drinking coconut water, waiting for the sunset. luckily, that day the weather is good, can see the sunset, though not that great, but still a beautiful one. the beach has relaxed and joyful vibes. if you stay around this area, don't forget to come here, you might love it.Visited February 2024Travelled soloWritten 13 February 2024
- ManngaDuaSingapore, Singapore542 contributionsNice sunsetThis beach is very close to the international airport. Nice in the evening to watch sunset. There are cafes and bar along the beach where you can enjoy resort feeling. When it comes to swimming, I do not think this is the best. It is not that clean there.Visited February 2024Travelled soloWritten 23 February 2024
- Dan LBunbury, Australia8,536 contributionsNot very enjoyable on the day.My review covers the beach between Beachwalk Mall and the Tsunami Shelter, hence only 3*. Therre weren't many tourists on the beach, probably the reason many vendors and stallholders were rather aggressive. The area adjacent the pathway had not been cleared of rubbish in most sections, Plastic and other objects were evident on the sand between the water and vendors area. Hopefully, the 'I Love Bali' donation from all tourists will be applied to help improve this amenity and others.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 5 April 2024
- T EvansSydney, Australia27 contributionsBeautiful chaosBeen travelling to Bali since I was a little girl so grew up well aware of the beautiful chaos that is Kuta beach.If you are looking for a quiet, relaxing peaceful beach day you will not find it at Kuta beach. If you are looking for good vibes, a couple of bevs, sunshine, 10000 thing to do and locals trying to sell you things every 5 minutes then head on down. Can’t beat a sunset drinking session with friends. Kids always have a great time running around and the locals are always so kind and happy.. plenty have become friends. Head to the Locool for a drink. Look for the big yellow flag directly in front of the Pullman.Visited June 2024Travelled with familyWritten 23 June 2024
- Clare RCheshire, United Kingdom178 contributionsBeautiful sunsetWe headed to the beach at night to watch sunset! Grabbed a couple of cold Bintangs and enjoyed the light show as the beach was starting to quieten down for the day. It was just a lovely chilled end to our dayVisited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 6 August 2024
- RifqiMalang, Indonesia5 contributionsFirst Experience at Kuta Beach BaliKuta Beach Bali is very busy with visits from foreign tourists and local tourists. This beach displays the beauty of the wide Kuta beach with fine beach sand, so it is not surprising that many tourists visit it. Kuta Beach is also equipped with various supporting facilities, ranging from clean toilets, tents, accommodation, restaurants, to shopping centers around the beach. The view there is extraordinary, especially when sunset arrives.Visited May 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 16 September 2024
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kuota
Perth, Australia118 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Usually in rainy season (Dec/Jan/Feb) I would tell you to skip kuta/legian/seminyak beach. With the rains and the currents all sorts of rubbish is pushed from the sea and farther inland to the beachfronts and despite all of the local efforts it is not enough to clean the mountains of rubbish washed there every day.
But this January 2020, the rainy season is late and hasn’t quite started yet, so the beaches are looking as magnificent as it is possible for an asian country.
The sunsets are always awesome and the popular beach attracts loads of locals and other “local” Indonesian/Asians country guests that lap up the atmosphere and are particularly jolly (without alcohol) and often want to have pictures taken with friendly looking tourists particularly families with children.
We walk along the beach even if when there is rubbish there but it is infinitely more pleasant when its clean(ish).
But this January 2020, the rainy season is late and hasn’t quite started yet, so the beaches are looking as magnificent as it is possible for an asian country.
The sunsets are always awesome and the popular beach attracts loads of locals and other “local” Indonesian/Asians country guests that lap up the atmosphere and are particularly jolly (without alcohol) and often want to have pictures taken with friendly looking tourists particularly families with children.
We walk along the beach even if when there is rubbish there but it is infinitely more pleasant when its clean(ish).
Written 23 January 2020
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kazzahotpink
Sydney, Australia1 contribution
Aug 2022 • Friends
My sunset beach experience in Kuta was completely ruined by the local sellers. I had 3 women harassing me to buy buy buy… I gave in & had my nails painted, the lady was angry at the mere $5 I paid her (50,000RP) I reminded her I didn’t want it done.
During the painting of nails, I tried to enjoy my drink, I was pushing one lady off me trying to massage my shoulders & another knelt down beside me ‘tapping’ me the whole time asking me to decide what I wanted to buy. I left annoyed & didn’t buy anything, she was asking very high prices.
Didn’t see the sunset & will avoid the beach from now on.
As for the street stores, owners have become more pushy & yes prices have had to increase.
I wanted to shop more but found it exhausting this time.
During the painting of nails, I tried to enjoy my drink, I was pushing one lady off me trying to massage my shoulders & another knelt down beside me ‘tapping’ me the whole time asking me to decide what I wanted to buy. I left annoyed & didn’t buy anything, she was asking very high prices.
Didn’t see the sunset & will avoid the beach from now on.
As for the street stores, owners have become more pushy & yes prices have had to increase.
I wanted to shop more but found it exhausting this time.
Written 12 August 2022
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Sumaya
Cape Town Central, South Africa14 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
My husband and I spent 8 days in Kuta, Bali and stayed at a hotel opposite Kuta Beach (over the road). We had the best sunset views of Kuta Beach and water the warmest we've ever experienced (we travelled quite a lot and visited many countries but this beach wins hands down - though not the cleanest😊)! Don't be over friendly with the people walking up to you when you try to relax selling things because they can be a bit of a nuisance and spoil the atmosphere... Be polite but make them understand you're need a bit of time to yourself or you'll be inundated with sellers😅. The area around Kuta Beach is vibrant, busy and awesome🎉. We will definitely return 👍🎉
Written 27 March 2020
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Max S
Bali, Indonesia21 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
The beach is sandy, makes it the great place to learn surfing. The bike parking area near the entrance is for a fee, so many park just beside the street till the Beachwalk mall or on the beach itself.
Unfortunately it has also disadvantages. One of them are people constantly and continuously offering their products and services. It is just too many of them easily may make you tired and wanna escape the place.
It is dirty, but cleaner thanKedonganan beach. Plus, this beach may give you the most unsafe feeling right in the beginning. Too many ppl offering drugs at the entrance listing some of the names I haven’t even heard about. Hope this part will change one day.
Unfortunately it has also disadvantages. One of them are people constantly and continuously offering their products and services. It is just too many of them easily may make you tired and wanna escape the place.
It is dirty, but cleaner thanKedonganan beach. Plus, this beach may give you the most unsafe feeling right in the beginning. Too many ppl offering drugs at the entrance listing some of the names I haven’t even heard about. Hope this part will change one day.
Written 9 March 2020
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AdelaideFamilyof5
Reynella, Australia1,498 contributions
Oct 2022
To be able to just relax with family and friends as the day ends is one of the reasons we love coming to the beach.
We parked ourselves (6 of us) at Bar 7, Randit Bar. Much has changed since COVID. Many have lost their space and they are trying to re-build. Everyone seemed so grateful to have us back visiting.
Randit provided great service and while we would have not previously paid for a massage on the beach, we just did. It was more expensive that going into a massage place but they have had it tough and we only just arrived. It was a lovely sunset and we had fun to end our 1st night back in Bali.
There are comments regarding the rubbish.....we would like to say that compared to our last visit 3 years ago, we have noticed less rubbish and more bins available.
We shall be back :)
We parked ourselves (6 of us) at Bar 7, Randit Bar. Much has changed since COVID. Many have lost their space and they are trying to re-build. Everyone seemed so grateful to have us back visiting.
Randit provided great service and while we would have not previously paid for a massage on the beach, we just did. It was more expensive that going into a massage place but they have had it tough and we only just arrived. It was a lovely sunset and we had fun to end our 1st night back in Bali.
There are comments regarding the rubbish.....we would like to say that compared to our last visit 3 years ago, we have noticed less rubbish and more bins available.
We shall be back :)
Written 11 November 2022
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Roxana T
Bucharest, Romania77 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
We enjoyed the beach a lot,even though it's really hot and you get tanned or sun-burnt even under an umbrella.
The ocean is amazing and the water is almost hot at shore.
The sunset is like an amazing painting and would definitely recommend catching one.
The ocean is amazing and the water is almost hot at shore.
The sunset is like an amazing painting and would definitely recommend catching one.
Written 26 January 2020
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michaelmickleburgh
Hitchin6 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Having visited Kuta for the last 4 years I have to say this was the cleanest I have seen the beach.
During my month long stay there were days when quite a bit of rubbish was washing up but it appears to cleaned up with a tractor daily.
Quite busy with locals trying to sell anything from cold drinks to blowpipes but no real problem. Great for learning to surf and on good days suitable for the more experienced surfer. Fantastic sunsets which is the busiest time of day on the beach, a must see event.
During my month long stay there were days when quite a bit of rubbish was washing up but it appears to cleaned up with a tractor daily.
Quite busy with locals trying to sell anything from cold drinks to blowpipes but no real problem. Great for learning to surf and on good days suitable for the more experienced surfer. Fantastic sunsets which is the busiest time of day on the beach, a must see event.
Written 25 February 2020
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Eric C
Hong Kong, China31 contributions
Nov 2019
Kuta is a famous beach, so you should go at least once. Sure, there are plenty of vendors trying to sell you all kinds of stuff, but if you can haggle effectively you can rent boogie boards or surf boards for cheap. We didn't stay in Kuta, just came to visit the beach for a few hours, which I think is the best way to do it instead of planning a trip around being in Kuta just for the beach. Good for a short visit once, but we probably won't go again since we've done it now.
Written 6 January 2020
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Star707
Sydney, Australia556 contributions
Jan 2020
Although I have been travelling to Bali for more than half a lifetime, I have never grown tired of watching the sun set over Kuta Beach. I have often pondered, why is this so? Is there some magic in the air at the end of the day that intoxicates the mind. Is it that sudden dropping into the ocean at the appointed time that still catches you by surprise. Is it the way that people stop what they are doing and turn towards the horizon and the silence that descends as we all anticipate the final moment of the day. Is it the colours in the sky that remind us that we are mere mortals but there is a Universe up there. Is it true that people travel from across the world to catch this moment, here, in Bali. Perhaps it is all of those things. It is all true, Kuta Beach Sunsets are famous and we never tire of waiting for them.
Written 9 February 2020
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Off their P
Manchester, UK4,026 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
This is the most popular beach in the area and does have some things going for it – for example the Sun sets. For these, get yourself down around 6 pm and grab a couple of cold beers from there very many vendors. These guys are great fun who seem to teach surfing in the day and serve Bintang at night.
It will be the coldest beer you get in Bali as they have them in iceboxes.
Other than that, it gets very busy and there is an awful lot happening down there. Photos with snakes, a rabbit running around and musicians of little talent are just a few of the things you can expect to see.
Unfortunately, it is very dirty by the sea line. I know they are doing their best to try and keep it clean but it look like a war zone at times when we were there.
Needs to be better.
It will be the coldest beer you get in Bali as they have them in iceboxes.
Other than that, it gets very busy and there is an awful lot happening down there. Photos with snakes, a rabbit running around and musicians of little talent are just a few of the things you can expect to see.
Unfortunately, it is very dirty by the sea line. I know they are doing their best to try and keep it clean but it look like a war zone at times when we were there.
Needs to be better.
Written 1 March 2020
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Hi I hear There is a lot of construction work going on the beach walk wall Does anyone know when this work should be completed as don’t want to book a holiday while this is happening. I don’t want to hear construction noise all day
Written 10 January 2023
Hi
We were there in October 2022. The majority of the construction work is towards Waterbom Park from the end of the beach.
While on the beach, we heard no noise at all. I certainly wouldn't let the work that is going on stop you from going there.
Written 11 January 2023
Can you see sunset from Hard Rock Cafe?
Written 24 February 2020
I don't think it's possible to see sunset from Hard Rock, but Pantai Kuta it's only few meters from there, it's exactly across the Hard rock cafe. the sunset is definitely is able to be seen from pantai Kuta.
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Written 3 March 2020
Is there any jogging tracks available at kuta beach?
Written 9 June 2019
I am sorry to reply late. It’s not actually. Regards
Written 27 July 2020
We are travelling with a young kid (3 plus year old). Is the beach safe for taking a dip in the sea? I have heard about string waves and undercurrents ! Also is the beach clean in the morning? When do the staff clean the beach generally?
Written 18 March 2019
Many kids on beach, life guards on duty between red signs. Do supervise your babes, waves are strong and not suitable for 3 year old to get caught in. But getting into water at waters edge is great. But, please supervise!!!!! Don‘t forget Kuta Beach at Sunset, take babes. You‘ll all have fun. Supervise the little ones. You‘ll see. I am going later this afternoon.
Written 22 May 2019
Hi, I would like to ask the price of cigarettes in Bali for this 2019?
Written 19 February 2019
Hi , I’ll be in Bali this coming May,2019 and wanting to look for men tank top around kuta square. Does anybody knows the price range? Or where can i get the cheapest man tank top too around kuta? Thanks
Written 16 February 2019
isaacyap90
Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Just arrived ar Bali, what time is best for the sunset at Kuta Beach? Thank you guys
Written 13 November 2018
Laye afternoon is normally the best time for sunset
Written 29 December 2018
how much difficult to plan a visit to bali ?can i made a self trip plan? Hw much money required for a couple including all sightseeing?
Written 5 August 2018
It isn't difficult to plan. Just go. I recommend UBUD. If you plan 100 a day you should be ok.
Written 1 October 2018
This was wrongly posted. We stayed in Niche Bali
Written 21 July 2018
Please note I stayed in Niche Bali. By mistake it got posted here and not finding option to delete this
Sorry for the inconvenience
Partha Chowdhury
Written 10 July 2018
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