Three family-friendly resorts in Bali offer diverse amenities for all ages
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Bali features three family-friendly resorts that cater to both parents and children, offering amenities such as kids' clubs, spas, cultural activities, and various dining options. The Anantara Ubud Bali Resort, which opened in late 2024, provides forest-view pool villas starting from Dh5,400 per night, including daily buffet breakfast. This resort is located 30 minutes north of Ubud, offering a tranquil setting while still being accessible to Ubud's markets and temples via a free minivan shuttle. It has 85 rooms, suites, and villas, and offers activities like the Sandikala ritual and the Melukat water purification ceremony. The Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort offers an extensive children's program, including gardening, yoga, cooking classes, and face painting, along with direct beach access. It has 413 rooms, including 22 suites and 17 villas, with Luxury rooms with pool access starting from Dh1,450 per night. Umana Bali, LXR Hotels and Resorts, features expansive entry-level villas starting from Dh2,900 per night, each spanning 403 square meters with a private infinity pool. The resort is perched on cliffs and its Uma Beach House is located on Melasti Beach, requiring a short drive from the main resort. Each of its 72 villas includes a private infinity pool and an outdoor hot tub.
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