You wouldn’t be the only one dreaming of a romantic getaway to Bali with that special someone you love. Bali is one of the most popular destinations in Southeast Asia, and it is a hot spot for honeymooners and romantic couples.
Many of these couples stay in Seminyak and explore Bali from there – the chicest, trendiest and most happening tourist town on the island.
Updated January 2023
Seminyak is located on the southern coast near the airport, and the town is home to fabulous beach clubs and lively shopping and dining streets. It’s a town where a cosmopolitan lifestyle combines laid-back beach vibes and a luxury villa holiday. Yep, it is easy to see why couples choose Seminyak. Still wondering where to stay, what to do, where to eat and how to make it the most romantic love trip imaginable? Keep reading and get inspired.
What to do in Seminyak for couples?
1. Stay in a private pool villa
We know that you are in Seminyak and want to be out exploring the town and chilling at celebrated beach clubs such as KU DE TA and Potato Head. However, you will also want to stay in, enjoying a floating breakfast in the swimming pool of your private Seminyak villa. You will want a private living space where the two of you can lounge and relax, watch movies or enjoy the services of a private chef and butler. You want a comfy bed to sleep on and the possibility to jump into the pool from the bedroom. Well, all this and more you can get when staying in a private pool villa in Seminyak. The privacy, luxury and intimacy you get when staying in a villa are unbeatable. Many fabulous one-bedroom villas are many fabulous 1 bedroom villas scattered around town near Double Six, Eat Street, Petitenget or just outside the city centre in Umalas, Batu Belig and Kerobokan. Find the perfect match for you and your loved one, and your Bali Love Trip can’t go wrong!
Also read Affordable Gorgeous Honeymoon Villas in Bali for a Romantic Escape.
Couples will love staying in their private pool villa. The Layar in Seminyak is the perfect romantic escape for couples. Photo Credit: 360bali @ Instagram
2. Sunset romance
Bali’s breathtaking sunsets are world-famous for a reason! When sunset strikes, romance is in the air! Head over to Double Six Beach in the late afternoon. Beach bars like La Plancha set the perfect ambience with feel-good music, colourful bean bags and Balinese parasols. The look of Double Six Beach around sunset time is beautiful and highly Instagrammable. You’ll see couples on the beach trying to snap that perfect photo and happy faces glowing in the sunlight. Sit down, chill out, order a cocktail and don’t be shy to ask someone to take a photo of the two of you on the beach against the backdrop of the sunburst sky. These are memorable moments to cherish forever. Many beach clubs are perfect for couples to enjoy a few cocktails while watching the sunset. Try KU DE TA, Potato Head, Cafe Del Mar, Mano Beach House and Mrs Sippy, to name a few. They are either in Seminyak or Canggu, so getting there is a short taxi ride away. You might even like to venture further to Echo Beach and enjoy a BBQ dinner at the many beach cafes or perhaps hit La Brisa for the great vibe, music and amazing views.
Everyone comes down to Double Six beach at sunset for a few cold Bintang’s and cocktails. Make sure you head to La Plancha. Photo Credit: tako_1plus @ Instagram
3. Scooter trip
Before you fly to Bali, get your international driver’s licence to rent a scooter. There is nothing better than driving around, exploring beaches, hidden alleyways, cool cafes and temples on a motorbike with your babe on the back. You can easily drive from Seminyak to Canggu, Tanah Lot and Uluwatu without needing anything or anyone else. Independent, free as birds, there is no better feeling! As you can see in the video below, traffic can be a bit of a nightmare sometimes, but that’s just part of the fun and adventure – have patience and a good sense of humour, and you’ll be fine.
Also read: Hiring a motorbike in Bali, 10 must-read tips
4. Visit Tanah Lot Temple
No matter how much we love gazing at the sunset while lounging at beach bars and clubs in Seminyak, you have to save one evening to watch the sunset at Tanah Lot, a beautiful sea temple located just up north of Seminyak and Canggu. It’s an iconic image of Bali – sunset at Tanah Lot- one of those places to get off your list of things to do in Bali. A fun scooter drive from Seminyak, the legendary temple, is beautiful and sacred. Stroll around hand in hand with your lover, take photos and sit down for drinks before driving back to your Seminyak Villa later in the evening. On the way back, why not stop for dinner in Canggu?
Also read: Your guide to the coolest cafes, bars and sunset hang-outs in Canggu
Make sure you visit Tanah Lot Temple for the most amazing views at sunset. Photo Credit: gemsofbali @ Instagram
5. Private tour with a personal chauffeur
Bali has A LOT to offer! Rice paddies, temples, waterfalls, beaches, volcanoes, museums, plantation farms and much more. The best and most comfortable way of seeing the island is with a private chauffeur in a private air-conditioned vehicle. You can go on fabulous day trips from Seminyak to see the highlights. We recommend seeing Uluwatu and Canggu on a motorbike, but if you want to see more and travel further, hire a car and driver. One day you can see Ubud ( check the Monkey Forest & the Tegalalang Rice Terraces) and Kintamani. On another day, you can visit Bedugul and Lovina and on yet another day, travel east towards Candidasa and Amed.
Make sure you hire your private chauffeur & explore the wonderful island of Bali in comfort & privacy. Photo Credit: @ Instagram
6. Catamaran Cruise
What’s more romantic than sailing off into the sunset sky, opening a bottle of wine and dining on the deck of a catamaran beneath a starry night sky? Book a private cruise to Nusa Lembongan Island, and your dreams will come true. A great way to surprise your lover on a special evening!
Take a romantic cruise to Nusa Lembongan. Photo Credit: @ Instagram
7. Cooking class
If you love Indonesian food as we do, why not sign up for a Balinese cooking class together during your stay in Seminyak? This way, you will take something of true value home with you as you can recreate the flavours and scents of Bali back home with you in your kitchen.
Guys will love cooking classes as much as girls. Enjoy all the yummy tastes that Bali has to offer!! Photo Credit: Instagram
8. Couples massage
Grab a massage together and enjoy a dreamy Balinese massage at one of the many day spas in Seminyak. Couples, newlyweds, and honeymooners can share a private room and enjoy a professional massage together for a couple of hours. Many day spas provide other treatments for the guys and gals to rejuvenate their bodies, like facials, hot stone therapy, reflexology, and so much more. We recommend Rob Peetoom, Sundari Day Spa or Spring Day Spa.
Where to go for dinner in Seminyak?
Another reason why lots of couples choose to stay in Seminyak is the incredible selection of fantastic restaurants. International world-famous chefs have brought exquisite food to this cosmopolitan beach town in Bali. You will find everything from authentic Indonesian to Asian fusion food, Italian, French, Mexican, Greek or Spanish in Seminyak! Here’s a selection of our favourite and most romantic dining venues in town.
Mama San
A trip to Seminyak is not complete without fine dining at the famous Mana San at the top of Eat Street. Asian-inspired food with a Shanghai 1920s theme; you’ll love the causal vibe and extensive menu or oh-so-yummy dishes. And, yes there are some delish cocktails too.
Visit: Mama San
Address: Jl. Raya Kerobokan No.135, Kerobokan Kelod, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361 – Phone: +62 818-0612-6700
Mejekawi @ KU DE TA
How about dinner with ocean and sunset views? You came to the right place at Mejekawi, an exquisite restaurant located at KU DE TA Beach Club in Seminyak. The executive chef is Jeremy Hunt, bringing delicate flavours to your table. Come in and dine between the sea and the sky, share a bottle of wine and wait for dinner to be prepared freshly in the open kitchen of Mejekawi Restaurant. It’s an experience!
Visit Mejekawi @ KU DE TA
Address: Jalan Kayu Aya No. 9, Seminyak. Phone: +62 361 736969
Mejekawi has got to be one of Seminyak’s most romantic uber-stylish restaurants. It definitely should be on your Bali bucket list!! Photo Credit: Instagram
L’Assiette
A secret located on Merthanadi Street just outside the city centre of Seminyak, L’Assiette is a place to go for French home cooking and wine, adding a Parisian touch to a special evening in Bali.
Visit L’Assiette – Jalan Merthanadi No. 29, Kerobokan. Phone: +62 361 735840
French cuisine in Kerobokan, just on the outskirts of Seminyak, is a fave among so many couples. Photo Credit: Instagram
Bambu
Float away in your love bubble when dining at Bambu Restaurant in Petitenget Seminyak. This beautiful Balinese restaurant features a gorgeous garden with ponds and gazebos elevated above the water. The setting is tranquil, inspirational and super romantic. Bambu features traditional architecture and authentic Indonesian food to die for. Try it out!
Address: Jl. Petitenget No.198, Kerobokan. Phone: +62 361 8469797
A romantic oasis in the heart of Seminyak, Bambu Restaurant is uber-sophisticated. Photo Credit: @ Instagram
Metis
One of the most famous restaurants in Bali, Metis boasts rice and garden views, amazing French cuisine and the best-imported wines. Metis exudes romance and elegance inside out. A must-visit for dinner on some special evening, and on top of that, they make a great afternoon tea. Metis is located in Petitenget on the corner of Batu Belig Street and close to Rob Peetoom Hair Salon and Da Maria. Plenty of beautiful villas are nearby, great for those who like to be close to central Seminyak and Canggu.
Visit Metis in Seminyak
Address: Jl. Petitenget No.6, Kerobokan. Phone: +62 361 4737888
Hi-tea in the heart of Seminyak at sophisticated Metis – how romantic!! Photo Credit: Instagram
Where to stay? 10 of our most romantic pool villas in Seminyak
Finding the right villa is essential for your Bali getaway.
We have worked hard to select the most romantic 1-bedroom villas for couples. Here’s a quick overview of our selected villas and their highlights:
Villa Sky
- Fabulous location in the centre of Seminyak
- 1-minute to Seminyak Square
- 5-minute walk to the beach and KU DE TA
- Tranquil garden with a private pool
- Pool access from the living room & bedroom
- Open living space with modern facilities
Enjoy privacy and your butler at Villa Sky in Seminyak
The Layar
- Designers villa near Eat Street & KU DE TA
- Stylish open living room
- Sprawling elevated garden with a private pool
- 24-hour room service
- Outdoor bathtub
- 10-minute walk to the beach
Rent The Layar in Seminyak Now
One of Seminyak’s most uber-stylish 1 bedroom villas, The Layar is a must-see villa for couples wanting the very best. This is the ideal honeymoon villa.
Lakshmi Villa Solo
- Luxurious & spacious
- Just metres from Seminyak Beach and KU DE TA
- Stone’s throw from Eat Street and Seminyak Square
- Traditional Balinese design
- Private chefs and butlers
- Bathtub and rain shower
- Romantic canopied king-size bed
With your own private butler & a sensational Seminyak location, Lakshmi Villa Solo is the ideal romantic escape in Bali for couples.
Villa Damou
- A unique loft-style villa inspired by Jazz legends
- Elevated swimming pool accessible from the living room, bedroom and terrace
- Butler services
- Superb location in Oberoi Seminyak
- 100 metres to Eat Street
- Luxurious suede sofa
- Walking distance to Seminyak Beach
With a private chef, butler and security, Villa Damou is the ultimate romantic Seminyak crash pad for couples.
KoenoKoeni Villa
- Modern 1-bedroom villa
- Possibility to dine alfresco by the poolside
- Large comfy sofa for lounging and TV watching
- TV in the bedroom
- Opulent bathroom with a tub
- Super central location near Eat Street and Petitenget
With your private pool, Villa KoenoKoeni is a fabulous holiday villa for the two of you.
Villa Beyond
- Open-air living by the poolside
- Modern private kitchen
- The large circular tub in the bathroom
- Private swimming pool
- Great location in trendy Petitenget Seminyak
- 600 m to Seminyak Beach and KU DE TA
Villa Beyond is close to KU DE TA & Potato Head Beach Clubs, which is perfect for those sunset romantic cocktails.
Villa Anjali Purple
- Intimate 1 bedroom villa with a Balinese design
- Spacious garden with a pool
- Museum-quality art
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Pool access from the bedroom
- Less than 1 km from Petitenget Beach
- 800m to Potato Head Beach Club
Villa Anjali Purple is a hidden gem, and it’s close to the beach, with lots of great shops and day spas in the Petitenget area.
Villa Seriska Dua
- Double-storey 1-bedroom villa
- An ideal choice for couples travelling with a baby or toddler
- Cozy mezzanine lounge
- Alfresco dining by the poolside
- Big TV with a large selection of movies
- 1 km to Double Six Beach
- Complimentary organic soap and shampoo
- Stone’s throw from Prana Spa, Made’s Warung and Nalu Bowls
Rent Villa Seriska Dua in Seminyak Now
Villa Seriska Dua is a private and very romantic holiday villa near Double Six Beach and Eat Street.
Villa Mahala Hasa
- Jump into the pool from the living room
- Located in the trendy Petitenget district of Seminyak
- 500 metres to Potato Head Beach Club
- Opulent bed facing a big flat-screen TV
- Large soaking bathtub in the en-suite
- Room service available
- Free shuttle to the beach
When you stay at Villa Mahala Hasa, you’re a 5 min walk to Batu Belig Beach – close to Cafe Del Mar & Tropicola Beach Club.
Villa Temptation Berry Amour Romantic Villas
- 24-hour butler service
- Pool access from the bedroom
- Sunken jacuzzi tub with pool views
- Pool access from the bedroom and bathroom
- Great location near Batu Belig Beach and Petitenget
- Short walk to Nook, Metis, Rob Peetoom and Think Pink Nails
At Villa Temptation, you’re super close to amazing restaurants like Nook and near the popular Eat Street. Check this villa out!!
