Kuta Beach
Pantai Kuta
A long sandy beach just north of the airport with gentle waves, the home base of surf lessons in Bali. Watch the Indian Ocean sunset in the evening, and the bars fill up after dark.
Kuta Beach sits right beside the north side of Bali's airport and was the birthplace of the island's tourism industry. The broad sandy beach stretches north to Legian. The waves are gentle, making it the first choice for beginner surfers; a 2-hour lesson costs about IDR 300,000-400,000. In the evening the beach fills with people watching the sun set over the Indian Ocean. Behind the beach are the Beachwalk shopping center, budget hotels along Poppies Lane and bars along Legian Street, and the Waterbom water park is also nearby. A taxi from the airport takes about 15 minutes. Rip currents are strong, so swim only between the red and yellow flags. During the rainy season the beach often has washed-up trash, and in the nightlife area keep an eye on your belongings.
Opening hours
All day; beach club approx. 11:00–23:00
Nearby sights
- Seminyak
- Jimbaran Beach
- Canggu
- Rock Bar Bali (AYANA)
- Bali Museum
- Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park
- Nusa Dua
- Sanur Beach