Nightlife, Bars & Nightclub in Bali
As a major world tourist destination Bali has a range of great nightlife providing something for almost everyone’s personal entertainment preferences.
Within Bali you will find a range of bars, nightclubs, live music and more targeted towards many different music tastes, relaxed or high energy environments, themed venues, various ages and also budget priced to luxury establishments.
With so many to choose from we cannot list all of the nightlife in Bali however we have chosen a selection of some of the most popular venues throughout the wide variety on offer to present some options for your relaxing, cultural or wild nights out on holiday in Bali!
As a reminder to all those heading out in Bali it is always best to go out with a group of friends and be cautious of any one who offers you illegal substances. Bali has a death penalty for drug traffickers.
Within Bali you will find a range of bars, nightclubs, live music and more targeted towards many different music tastes, relaxed or high energy environments, themed venues, various ages and also budget priced to luxury establishments.
With so many to choose from we cannot list all of the nightlife in Bali however we have chosen a selection of some of the most popular venues throughout the wide variety on offer to present some options for your relaxing, cultural or wild nights out on holiday in Bali!
As a reminder to all those heading out in Bali it is always best to go out with a group of friends and be cautious of any one who offers you illegal substances. Bali has a death penalty for drug traffickers.
Sky GardenLocation: Jalan Legian 101, Kuta
The biggest and the hottest nightclub in Bali and the place chosen by young or young at heart to dance all night long and enjoy the music from any of the 4 different levels each with its own atmosphere. The top floor offers a rooftop garden (as shown in the picture right) with more rock & R n B based music while the remaining floors offer each their own individually styled nightclub areas. Great setup with areas to dance, relax and enjoy conversation also. For a big night out Sky Garden is the place to go. |
KU DE TA BaliLocation: Jalan Kayu Aya, Seminyak
Famous in Bali and set right on Seminyak beach KU DE TA has 5 star service for dining combined with great house music to set the mood as you overlook the beach. KU DE TA also hosts some of the best parties and events in Bali bringing in the big names from all over the world. |
Rock Bar @ Ayana Resort BaliLocation: Ayana Resort, Nusa Dua
Named one of the best bars in the world by CNN, New York Times and others the bar has an innovative design set 14 m above the ocean on the side of a cliff top. While the price is more than you will usually pay the experience is unforgettable and this is certainly one of the best locations to enjoy a Balinese sunset. |
Hu' U Bar BaliLocation: Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak
Has been one of the to be destinations in Bali for several years. Playing groove, jazz, soul lounge and house music depending on the night. Set just back from the beach in luxury surrounds this is a great place to relax and enjoy a few drinks in style with great music guaranteed to be playing. |
Vi Ai Pi BaliLocation: Jalan Double Six, Beachfront
With 3 floors you will find a combination of live music in a bar style including restaurant on floor 1, a lounge area with bar on the 2nd floor with house music playing and on the 3rd floor a DJ playing to enjoy dancing the night away or relaxing to the music. |
M-Bar Go Nightclub BaliLocation: Jalan Legian, Kuta
Opened in 2004, M BAR GO is Bali’s Premier Nightclub that caters to many tastes and styles. With 2 floors of different music genres from Hip Hop, RnB, House an Electronic and a V. I. P. Lounge for when you feel like a break from the dancing and relaxing with a drink. Open 10:00 pm - 4:00 am every night. |
Mint Nightclub BaliLocation: Jalan Raya Petitenget 919, Seminyak
Mint has been designed as an ultra-chic destination, great food, cocktails, and Club Lounge, a fresh approach to an evening of indulgence. Mint has over 25 meters of bar top arranged as the centre focus of the venue and music progress through the evening with electronic house and pop energy sounds. |
Cocoon Beach Club BaliLocation: Jalan Double Six, Beachfront, Seminyak / Legian
Stylish beach front restaurant & bar that offers great dining, parties and special events nights. The location is great with views out over the ocean and breathtaking sunsets, the place is beautiful and guests often enjoy a swimming during the day or night. Prices are more than other venues but with this comes added luxury. This one one of the places to be seen in Bali. |
Gay Nightlife in BaliLocation: Various areas of Bali though Jalan Dhyana Pura is the main area
Bali like all tourist destinations over the world has a number of gay clubs which can be found in Jalan Dhyana Pura. Within these clubs you can view live drag performances by the ladyboys, view dancers and other such things. Not for the kids however it doesn't push the line to far and can be an entertaining night out for both gay and straight persons. |
Single Fin BaliLocation: Blue Point, Uluwatu
This may be out of the way for some travelers though for those in or near Uluwatu this is a great place to stop by for drinks at sunset and take in the ocean views. This is a place is especially visited by surfers as there is good breaks out the front making for an ideal place to call in for drinks and a meal after a day on the water. |
Eikon Nightclub BaliLocation: Jalan Legian, Kuta No. 178
This nightclub is popular with Australian tourists and though not a big nightclub is always busy with lots of action. The venue has both indoor and outdoor areas with the all the famous pop, house, progressive and RnB tracks playing. The nightclub has some great events nights which are worth visiting on. The central bar area indoors is great for meeting friends while having a few drinks and the semi outdoors area is where you will be if you want to dance the night away. |
Legian 101Location: Jalan Legian, Kuta / Legian
The rooftop bar of the Legian 101 hotel is designed with style having large pool within the area and bars surrounding and overlooking one of the main streets of Bali Jalan Legian. This is a more cultured venue in the central party area of Legian / Kuta where you can enjoy a few drinks and house music. The Legian 101 can be quiet however look out for their great events where the place comes alive. |
La Plancha / The Camplung BaliLocation: Jalan Double Six, On the beach
These are 2 different places side by side right on the sands Seminyak beach. The Camplung has a live band playing rock music Saturday & Sunday nights while La Plancha has house music and R n B. Both locations have beanbags on the beach making for a very relaxed atmosphere with great music and perfect for drinks during the day, sunset or once the sun goes down. |
Green Box BaliLocation: Jalan Poppies Lane 2 / Jalan Legian
These are 2 small bars in Poppies Lane 2 and Jalan Legian serving some of the cheapest drinks in the area always at the price other bars only have during happy hours. Friendly atmosphere and great place to meet others with a small bar you will end up talking to most people over a few drinks. |
Bounty Nightclub BaliLocation: Jalan Legian, Kuta
For the young and crazy wanting a big night out this may be the place to go. With several floors of nightclub atmosphere and primarily holiday westerners this place can get wild late at night. Personally we prefer Sky Garden for a cleaner and more respectable nightclub venue but some people love it here. |
Apache Reggae Bar BaliLocation: Jalan Legian, Kuta
Head to Apache if you'd like a late night with some Jamaican beats. This Bali reggae bar is ever popular and gets packed quickly. There is a large dance floor area and plenty of seating with ambient, intimate lighting. Local and imported beers and Caribbean spirits can be found here. Expect reggae and dub mixed in with a few favourites. There is live music playing every night and this party doesn't stop swinging until the early hours of the morning. |
Red Carpet Champagne Bar BaliLocation: Jalan Laksmana, Seminyak
Cosy yet stylish bar in Jalan Laksmana serving champagne, cocktails and high class beers. The staff are dressed in costumes which the guests will either love or hate depending on your personal views. Prices are higher than you average though if champagne is your thing you have the option of glasses of champagne or even $100 - $2'500 USD per bottle prices to choose from. |
La Vida Loca BaliLocation: Jalan Double Six, Beachfront, Seminyak / Legian
La Vida Loca is located along the beachfront of Seminyak / Legian with a lively late night atmosphere. In stylish surrounds the vibe is set with a Latin band playing and often Latin dancing and other people take the floor. The second story is open with views of the Drinks are well priced for the local standard and an enjoyable night is usually had at this venue. |
Metis BaliLocation: Jalan Pettitenget, Seminyak
Potent elixirs and exclusive wines are all part of the MÉTIS experience. Savour a special menu of 'petit plats' while listening to hand-picked selections of world beats from top DJs. Enjoy the music in style while overlooking the rice fields from the terrace and veranda levels. Chill out in the terrace lounge while tuning into the upbeat vibe from the full bar downstairs. Or tuck away at the seductive upstairs veranda lounge. |