This is a small area fronting the beach which stretches from Jalan Melasti (where [wiki=cf14a6c2283db4bd3d5d3073efd7eeeb]Kuta[/wiki] ends on a map. Note Legian, Seminyak are actually subdivisions of Kuta), north to Jalan Arjuna (better known as Jalan Double Six) where [wiki=22663e7838235f68530a8026550f48ef]Seminyak[/wiki] begins. Most of the popular Legian hotels are on or close to the beach. The whole of Legian is no bigger than a few blocks in a large city, but despite its small size, this area has a very high profile with visitors due to the lovely beach frontage, and proliferation of mid-market hotels.
The most popular stretch of Legian Beach is at the bottom of Jalan Padma, and is sometimes called Padma Beach. It is more relaxed than Kuta, has a better and less crowded surf break, and is home to many nice vendors selling beers under umbrellas. There is easy parking here for Rp 1,000 per motorbike.
There is a long north-south road between the beachfront hotels and the beach, which is only open for authorised vehicles when there is a ceremony being held. Otherwise it is a well paved footpath, and makes for an excellent walking route, allowing users an easy beach-side stroll along to restaurants, bars and nightclubs on Double Six Beach.
The main road is Jalan Legian which can get very jammed indeed. All roads to the beach run westwards, more or less perpendicular to Jalan Legian.
Head into the ocean with boogie boards (Rp 20,000/hour) and surfboards hired from at beach or take surfing lessons from the Surf School based at Blue Ocean beach. Quiksilver surf school offers lessons lasting 2.5 hours for Rp 390,000 (+62 361 791 2220, [mailto:qssb@quiksilver.co.id]). They also rent boards for Rp 50,000 per hour, but if you have taken lessons with them, you can get a reduced rate of Rp 20,000 per hour. If renting from locals on the beach, be sure to use this fact to get a good price.
On Saturday and Sunday evenings, the beach front is packed with tourists, expats, locals and motorbikes, with fire pois and musicians jamming on the beach - you'll be more than welcome to join in.
Almost every evening at about 5PM a game of beach football begins right in front of de ja vu on Blue Ocean Beach. Visitors are normally welcomed if they want to join in.
A more leisurely beach pursuit is to situate yourself, cocktail in hand, at one of the many beach front cafes on this stretch, and watch one of the world's great sunsets. Be in position by about 5.30PM. Alternatively, sit on the beach itself, and buy a beer for Rp20,000 and soft drinks for Rp10,000 and buy nasi goreng or mie goreng from the outdoor waryungs for Rp15,000 each. The waryungs close around sunset. The hawkers might drive you crazy, but the sunset can be spectacular and the locals are very friendly. In front of the Legian Beach hotel, "Rico's" is recommended. After sunset, the mosquitos start biting.
If you just want to relax on the beach, you can hire sunbeds for about Rp50,000 per day, but take care to avoid sun exposure as many tourists get badly burnt. The locals wisely visit the beach late afternoon.
Informal massages, manicures, pedicures and hair braiding, are all widely available while you relax on the beach in this area.
Fish spa, where small fish nibble the dead skin off your feet and hands, are available on Jalan Melasti and Jalan Legian, for RP 35,000 for 15 minutes (December 2012 pricing). Whilst the foot pool is large enough for four people, there are only enough fish for two people at a time.
*A spa Treatments based upon the principles of restoring balance, beauty and harmony to mind and body
* A full range of treatments on offer including from basic therapeutic massage, to Javanese 'Lulur' body scrub and "Rempah and Honey" treatment, a traditional massage followed by a body mask of honey, clay, flowers and roots.
* A high-end day spa offering a variety of treatments and packages lasting from 90 minutes to three hours. Specialise in the use of VCO (virgin coconut oil).
You can get bakso (soup with meat balls), mie goreng (fried noodles) and nasi goreng (fried rice) from the small warungs (outdoor cafes) on the beach. Very cheap and very tasty.
* For a big meal consisting of steamed white rice (well cooked, Indonesian way, which is hard to find in the nearby area) , rendang (spicy beef, cooked for hours in coconut milk and exotic herbs), vegetable and sauce of your choice you pay 15.000 rupiah. You can take chicken, or fish, instead of beef. Vegetarian meal cost less ($ 1). A hot tea cost you almost nothing and for a change you can order fresh sweet lemon drink, a good choice at noon when the heat get you.
Live music daily, Indonesian drag cabaret every Thur, Fri, Sat at 10:15PM and 11:15PM. Good service, Australian and Indonesian eats. Despite the name, it is not by the beach
*Fresh Warung specialises in local & international dishes. It is small but cheerful, clean & serves up well-priced quality food. Emi, the owner, is cheeky and provides great service.
* A huge, cavernous restaurant. The ambience and set up is not great, but the food is very reliable and this is a popular eatery with Australian visitors especially. Been around since 1985. Broad menu offering seafood, western and Indonesian dishes.
* Italian coffee (Segafredo) , healthy food choices, Free WiFi and a relaxed environment. Wood fire pizza oven.
* Long-standing and popular Australian-run restaurant with a truly enormous menu. Simple Indonesian and western food, no great shakes but very reliable.
* The second branch of this top notch Indonesian restaurant. Similar to the long-established Kuta venue, decked out in a traditional Javanese style and with the same menu. High quality tastes of Indonesia.
* On the site that used to be Benny's Cafe, Lanai serves up big portions and has great views of the beach from the upstairs balcony.
* Dine in or takeaway Thai food.
* Now only open from mid afternoon. Food is decent, beachside setting very good indeed, and they have great bar. Closest restaurant to Hotel Jayakarta.
* Broad Indonesian menu and all food is beautifully presented. Great for Balinese and Indonesian specialties: try the Bebek Betutu, slow-roasted duck with Balinese spices. Perhaps the best breakfast on the beach in Bali. Midrange prices (entree Rp 50,000- Rp 100,000) for upscale food, this is one of Bali's best bargains.
* Popular Thai restaurant with very affordable prices. Large range of mid-priced meals.
* A well-established restaurant with excellent Italian cuisine and especially good pasta dishes. Right on Blue Ocean beach. A great spot to watch all the action whilst enjoying a quality meal.
* 66 Corner offers cuisine from all over the globe. Happy hours from 4-7PM with 30% off all beverages and free wifi is also available. Covers also all sports games live on big screen TV, such as rugby, soccer, F1 and many more. Movie nights are held on every Tues and Thur.
This legendary surfie hangout from the 1970s remains an oasis of crustiness in the midst of the many mid-range hotels on Legian beachfront and beyond. For Rp 120,000/night you can get a large room with a couple of single beds or a double, an outdoor bathroom and kitchen facilities. No pool but the beach is right on the doorstep, you'll only get one thin blanket, toilet rolls and towels only if you ask, and a noisy fan. No extra charge for mosquitoes and dust. For Rp 30,000 more you can get A/C. The place has an ambience all of its own and the staff are a delight once you get through the door. You are likely to be told the place is full, but be persistent as there's nearly always a room available.
* Technically in Kuta. Clean budget hotel, pool, inexpensive bar. Good backpacker vibe. Slightly overpriced, but can book online thru Hostelbookers.
* This popular hotel has a tiny pool and friendly staff. It's located only 3 min from Legian beach. The cheapest rooms come with hot water, breakfast and TV. For a bit more you get A/C as well. Has wifi but not in rooms and costs 15,000Rp/hour. A lot of long term expatriates stay here. Cheapest in the area.
* Located in Melasti Street crossroad and only 10 mins by walk to Legian beach. Simple, and modern rooms all equipped with satellite TV channels, air conditioner, safe deposit box, hot & cold shower, free wifi in the room and public areas. Opened in 2012.
Mid-range accommodation abounds in Legian and there is an almost endless selection. Shop around and look for the best deals. Outside of the peak seasons you can get substantial discounts from decent beachfront hotels in this area.
* Situated within a short walking distance of beautiful Legian beach. Rama Garden still Australia’s preferred choice.
* . A bright and breezy contemporary hotel. In-house spa, restaurant and bar and a large swimming pool. Excellent value for money and in a convenient location.
* Nicely situated hotel at the beach end of Jl Padma. Beach views and good dining options.
* 44 rooms with basic amenities, restaurant, swimming pool, wifi available.
* Good value rooms and 1-2 apartments in a small complex with full hotel facilities. Nice pool and passable coffee shop. The apartments all have an equipped mini-kitchen.
* equipped with large swimming pool, restaurant with free wifi.
* Huge hotel which is a long time favourite with families from Australian and New Zealand. It has seen better days though and is looking more than a bit tired. Has a club section [http://www.clubbali.com] which offers managed timeshare service apartments with kitchens for nightly rental from Rp 850,000.
* 10 double rooms with cableTV and ensuite. For the budget conscious, there are 2 dorms available @ Rp 200,000 all year round incl tax/free cont.breakfast. Dorm has a personal locker and good personal space. Infinity pool, cafe, Free high speed WiFi throughout and massage services.
* On the beach and the standard of service and decor is high for the price.
* Budget clean hotel on the northern border of Legian where it meets Seminyak.
* Recently refurbished , pleasant grounds , good value and has loyal regulars.
*A modern style block with 14 apartments with 2-3 bedroom options. Elevator, swimming pool in a landscaped garden, daily breakfast included, free wifi, 24 hr security.
* A popular, cheap and cheerful hotel right in the centre of the hustle and bustle of Legian. A range of double or twin A/C rooms. Quite a large pool and simple restaurant. 5 min walk to the beach.
* Strategically located in the heart of Kuta - Legian street - right in the central of Kuta.
*Located on Legian Street, one of the most throbbing areas in Bali, Sun Island Hotel & Spa Legian steps forward with 99 rooms and 8 suites, 2 restaurants and 3 bars, a spa, and a roof top whirl pool. Each of the rooms comes with everything you need for a nice fiesta in Bali, while each of the spacious suites represents total comfort and indulgence. The 4-star Bali accommodation is mere walking distance from the famous Legian beach, Bali's most favorite clubs, and only 15-minute drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport. Sun Island Hotel & Spa Legian is designed for travelers who are young at heart and wanting to be in the hub of endless entertainment and excitement that Bali has to offer.
*Located in main street Legian, 2-minute walk from Ground Zero Monument, 10-minute walk from Kuta Beach, free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas, car park, room service, onsite restaurant
A boutique hotel on the beach which would happily be at home in chic Seminyak. Beautifully designed with top quality spa, restuarant and large pool. The rooms are contemporary in design and decoration. Forty four rooms in the main building and then several detached cottages including a private 2 bedroom villa.
* All rooms have air-conditioner, private toilet and shower, cable TV, refrigerator, mini bar, coffee/tea maker, balcony/terrace, telephone, writing desk, complimentary bottled mineral water, iron and ironing board. Some of its facilities are spa, restaurant, bars, wedding venues, swimming pool and garden.
* Very good spot right on Legian Beach. Recent renovations at have seen it gain a modern and fresh feel after a period when it was looking very faded. In-house spa, gym and restaurant that serves very good breakfast.
* A huge apartment hotel right on the beach. Offers one and 2 bedroom apartments with 4 star standard hotel facilities.
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* These holiday villas have resort amenities and provide nice gardens, elegant pools and a traditional Balinese atmosphere. The swimming pool has a unique water curtain and is surrounded by lush tropical landscaping. Nestled back in the quite lanes of Legian, 400 m from Legian beach.