'''Legian''' is a beachfront town in Bali, located north of Kuta and south of Seminyak.
Understand
Stretching north from Kuta, Legian offers the same easy access to the shops and bars but a slightly more relaxed and less chaotic feeling. The northern area of Legian going towards Seminyak also offers a bit of an escape from the crowds and is also a popular surf beach.
This area basically stretches from Legian Beach Hotel up to Hotel Kumala Pantai or Double Six Road. Most of the popular hotels, such as Bali Mandira and Bali Padma, are on the beach along here. There is no proper road in front of the hotels, however there is a paved pathway between the hotels and the beach which is only open for authorised vehicles when there is a ceremony being held. This pathway acts like a boulevard and gives guests in this area the advantage of being able to stroll along this stretch to a number of restaurants, bars and nightclubs at the end of Double Six Road.
Get in
By plane
Ngurah Rai Airport is located south of Kuta and is the main airport in Bali. In takes about 20-30 minutes by car from the airport to Legian.
Get around
Most of Legian can be covered on foot if you're not in a hurry, but taxis are plentiful.
See
Do
Head into the ocean with '''boogie boards''' (Rp20,000/hour) and '''surfboards''' (Rp50,000/hour) hired from the beach or take '''surfing lessons''' from the Surf School based at Blue Ocean on the beachfront.
Go '''shopping''' and score some serious bargains.
Have a '''manicure''', '''pedicure''' or '''hair braiding''' all while you relax under your ocean view sun umbrella.
Take a break from the beach for '''lunch''' at one of the reasonably priced restaurants on the beachfront.
Watch the stunning sunset over an '''arak madu''' (local spirit with honey and lime) or a '''Bintang''' (local beer).
Have dinner at Blue Ocean restaurant which has '''live music''' on Friday nights.
On Saturday and Sunday evenings, the beachfront 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.
Eat
Legian's beachfront restaurants are popular spots for sunset and people watching.
Budget
You can get "bakso" (soup with meat balls), "mie goreng" (noodles) and "nasi campur" (fried rice) from small '''warung'''(outdoor cafe's) on the beach.
Mid-range
'''Waroeng Asia''', Jl. Arjuna / DoubleSig No.23. (email: tradewindsbali@hotmail.com), +62 0361 742 0202. Popular Thai restaurant with very affordable prices. Great range of mid priced meals. (Rp15,000-Rp65,000)
Fresh Warung. l. Legian, Legian. ust South of Melasti St. Right next door to Crown Restaurant. 8133 757 3332. Fresh Warung specialises in local & international dishes. It's small but cheerful, clean & well priced quality food. Nice cold beers too!
'''Tekor Bali''', Jl. Double Six. +62 0361 735 268. Their Indonesian menu is excellent and all food is beautifully presented. They also have international dishes.
'''Zanzibar''', Jl. Double Six, +62 361 733 529. A well established restaurant with excellent international cuisine.
'''Lanai''', Jl. Pantai Blue Ocean, +62 361 731 305. On the site that used to be Benny's. Lanai serves up big portions and has great views of the beach from the upstairs balcony.
'''Blue Ocean''', Jl. Double Six. Under new management with a new menu in delightful, refurbished surroundings. Blue Ocean is a great place to enjoy a sunset drink.
'''Sand Bar''', Jl. Werkudara, Hotel Kumala Pantai restaurant.
'''Seaside''', Jl. Pantai Arjuna #14. Seaside used to be Cafe Warna. Now only open from mid afternoon. Food is good and they have great bar. Closest restaurant to Hotel Jayakarta.
Drink
Fresh warung. l. Legian. ust South of Melasti st. Right next door to Crown restaurant. 62 361 757 3332. Fresh warung has nice cold beers, soft drinks, fresh juices!!!!
Sleep
Squeezed between Kuta and Seminyak this area has a wide variety of accommodation options in the mid range to splurge hotels and offers as well several villas. Legian is a bit more upmarket compared to the backpacker oriented Kuta.
Budget
'''Blue Ocean'''. This legendary surfie hangout from the 70's remains an oasis in the midst of the many mid range hotels on Legian beachfront and beyond. For RP120,000/night you can get a large room with a couple of single beds or a double, an outdoor bathroom and kitchen facilities. Of course there's 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 RP30,000 more you can get air-conditioning. The place has an ambiance all of its own and the staff are a delight - once you get through the door. Depending who's on duty you are likely to be told the place is 'full' but be persistent, there's nearly always a room available.
'''SU's Cottages I''', Jl.Pura Bagus Taruna (Werkadura) No. 532, +62 0361 730 324, Fax: +62 0361 762 202. This popular hotel has several rooms, a pool and friendly staff. It's located only 3 minutes from Legian's beach. The cheapest rooms go for RP170,000 and come with hot water, breakfast and TV. For a bit more you can get air conditioning as well.
Mid-range
'''Bali Matahari Hotel''', Jl. Melasti, Gang Lebak Bene, +62 361 763 707, ''(E-mail: E-mail: reservations@hotelbalimatahari.com)'', [http://www.hotelbalimatahari.com/]. 44 rooms with basic amenities, facilities include restaurant, swimming pool, with WiFi connectivity. Rooms start at Rp 375,000 ($33 USD).
'''Club Bali''', +62 361 752 840, [http://www.clubbali.com]. Service apartments with kitchen. Single bedroom Rp 850,000 ($75), two bedrooms Rp 1,200,000 ($110 USD).
'''Kumala Pantai''', newest hotel on the beachfront and very nice with all modern cons. Rooms start at Rp 680,000 ($60).
'''Hotel Jayakarta''', Jl. Werkudara, +62 361 751 433. Long time favourite with Aussie & Kiwi families.
'''Puri Raja''', Jl. Padma Utara, +62 361 755 902 [http://www.puriraja.com/]. Recently refurbished , pleasant grounds , good value and has loyal regulars.
'''Bali Mandira''', Jl. Padma No.2, +62 361 751 381, [http://www.balimandira.com/]. Nicely situated hotel with a beach view and dining options.
'''Rama Garden Hotel''', Jl. Yudistira, +62 361 751 971,( [http://www.ramagardenhotelbali.com/]. Take pleasure in well-appointed rooms and excellent service.
Splurge
Private Villas
'''Villa Naga Maya'''[http://www.villanagamaya.com] Jl. Werkudara Gg. Arjuna 7B (Tel./Fax: +62 361 763-387). These picturesque holiday villas have all the five-star resort amenities, and provide an oasis of tropical gardens, elegant pools and traditional Balinese atmosphere. Villa Naga Maya is a delightful haven to make one's stay in Bali a unique experience of tropical island living. The crystal clear swimming pool has a unique water curtain, and is surrounded by lush tropical landscaping. Nestled back in the quite lanes of beautiful Legian, 400 meters from alluring Legian Beach and only 20 minutes from the airport. Its safe, quite and secure location is strategically located in the midst of fine dining establishments, invigorating nightlife, and of course the best shopping Bali has to offer.
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Get out
Kuta to the south.
Seminyak to the north.
Umalas and Canggu are about 15 and 30 mins drive.
Lovina on the north side.
Nusa Dua on the south east coast.
Uluwatu is due south.
Sanur on the east coast.
Ubud near the middle of the island.