Legian Beach
Beach in Legian (South Bali).
Legian Beach is the stretch of sand between Kuta and Double Six, wide and flat, with a paved beachfront path and beach bars that set out umbrellas and beanbags on the sand. It is a little quieter than Kuta and good for long walks, and its consistent beach breaks are more powerful than Kuta's, with surf schools giving beginner lessons. Currents can be strong, so swim only where the lifeguard flags show it is safe.
Legian Beach at a glance
- For children: Good (3/5). Wide, flat sand to play on and lifeguard flags for paddling under close watch; waves are bigger than Kuta's and the current strong.
- Swimming: Fair (2/5). Stronger waves than Kuta and a steady northward current: swim only between the lifeguard flags, and stay out on red-flag days.
- Surfing: Good (3/5), beginners to experienced. Consistent beach-break peaks, best near Jalan Padma at mid to high tide; softer banks near Jalan Melasti suit lessons.
- Snorkeling: None (0/5)
- Sunset: Excellent (5/5)
- Scenery: Good (3/5)
- Peace & quiet: Fair (2/5)
- Food & facilities: Excellent (5/5)
- Easy to reach: Excellent (5/5)
- Sand: Golden sand
Rated from 0 (none) to 5 (excellent), compared with the other beaches on our list.
Where to stay near Legian Beach
- The Bandha Hotel & Suites: Legian, from about $92 a night (300 m in a straight line)
- Padma Resort Legian: Legian, from about $250 a night (300 m in a straight line)
- Puri Raja Hotel: Legian, from about $68 a night (300 m in a straight line)
- SONO Belle Bali Legian: Legian, from about $63 a night (400 m in a straight line)
- Bali Mandira Beach Resort & Spa: Legian, from about $170 a night (400 m in a straight line)
- The Jayakarta Bali Beach Resort & Spa: Legian, from about $41 a night (500 m in a straight line)
More to see nearby
- Double Six Beach (beach) (1.0 km in a straight line)
- Kuta Beach (beach) (1.7 km in a straight line)
- Seminyak Beach (beach) (1.8 km in a straight line)
- Bali Bombing Memorial (landmark) (1.8 km in a straight line)
- Trans Studio Bali (play & adventure) (2.2 km in a straight line)
- Kuta Beach Sea Turtle Conservation (wildlife) (2.2 km in a straight line)
Photo: Flickr user: Max Grabert https://www.flickr.com/people/maxgrabert/, CC BY-SA 2.0
