Some of the best villas in Canggu near Echo beach are Villa Saba Sadewa, Villa The Maya and Villa Shalimar Kalima.  View more Canggu villas near Echo beach.

Villa Canggu North, Villa  Bon Bon  and The Beach House Canggu are all near Old Man’s. View more Canggu Villas near Old Man’s.

The most family friendly Canggu villas are Villa Waha, Villa Cantik and Villa Mawey. And recently added is the gorgeous family-friendly Villa Pantai Indah.

Canggu, Bali used to be a quiet sleepy surfer village area but is now but is now one of the most popular tourist areas of Bali. Move over Seminyak and Ubud; Canggu is the new kid on the block, jam-packed with hip cafes, vegan restaurants, cool shops, amazing waves, sun-tanned bods, slick gyms, dessert bars, great beach clubs and cool vibes.

If you are wondering what the best attractions are for holidaymakers staying in a Canggu villa, the following are just a few to kickstart your holiday.

1) Sunset cocktails on the beach. Head to some of Bali’s best beach clubs like The Lawn, Old Man’s, La Brisa, Finns or the massive Atlas Beach Fest and enjoy fine dining, great music, fun times and lazy days soaking up the sun, sipping cocktails, and gazing and all the beautiful people. And, yes, the beach views are stunning.

2) Cafe hop. Canggu has an overload of hip cafes where you can enjoy a post-surf breakfast, lunch with the family or a casual dinner. For starters, head to Deus ex machina or perhaps some coffee at the popular Revolver at the top of the Canggu short-cut. Other popular cafes tourists love in Canggu are Shady Shack, Milk and Madu and let’s not forget the ultra-popular Crate for the best salad bowls in Bali.

3) Head to the gym. Tone up those bodies, slim down, and work up a sweat at some of Canggu’s best gyms that are popular with holidaymakers. Most gyms are fully air-conditioned, but some are open-air, so expect to sweat it out. Some of the most popular gyms are Bull Gym, SOMA, Bali MMA, The Wrong Gym (yes, the name is right) and Obsidian.

Also read: Best Gyms & Fitness Centres in Seminyak & Canggu, Bali

4) Finns Recreation Club. If you think the kids will get bored, then don’t, as there’s always the Finns Recreation Club to keep them happy with waterslides, ten-pin bowling, a huge indoor trampoline centre and for the adults there’s a bar, gym and private pool. Spend the day here relaxing as the kids burn off steam and energy, and you can relax, chill out and enjoy some holiday downtime.

5) Explore the area. Canggu still has gorgeous, quiet areas like Cemagi and Seseh Beach, where you can explore and get some Instagrammable rice field photos. Renting a scooter, getting lost, and asking locals for directions are the best ways to explore all the hidden alleys, small villages, and quant warungs (local restaurants) in Canggu. So much fun!!

6) Go for a surf. Head to the Rivermouth area of Echo Beach for some of the best waves in Bali. And, for beginners, there’s Old Man’s, where you can hire boards and instructors by the hour. Other notable beach breaks great for surfers of all levels are Berawa, Batu Belig and Nelayan.

Berawa, Jalan Batu Bolong and Pererenan Beach are very popular locations for tourists who want to holiday or visit Canggu.

These villas in Canggu are great for honeymooners and offer loads of privacy: Villa Avalon and Villa Saba Arjuna.

Yes it is as there are lots of things to entertain the children such as The Finns Recreation Club ( with water slides) and Old Man’s Beach where they can have surf lessons. Plus there are lots of places to take them out for a meal such as Milk and Madu, The Tamora Gallery or the Jalan Pantai Berawa area. Read this for more information on holidaying with kids in Canggu.

The average cost per night of renting a Bali villa  in Canggu is AUD $398. These prices are based on a 4 bedroom Canggu villa from Bali Villa Escapes.

The following villas in Canggu have private pools: Villa Bendega Nui, Villa Ambra and Villa Shalimar. View more Private pool villas in Bali.

The following Villas in Canggu come with their own private chef:  Villa Taman Ahimsa and The Beach Villa Cemagi.

Canggu Villas With a Private Chef – What to Expect

Having a private chef in your private Canggu villa is a real treat and means the chef is there full-time to prepare meals for you, your family or your friends. Most chefs will have experience in other villas, resorts, or hotels around Bali and are professionally trained, meaning all the meals will be tasty, freshly made and prepared to the highest standards. 

When having meals at the villa, you should note that meals are generally prepared at set times like breakfast, lunch or dinner, where everyone comes together and enjoys the meals at the dining table. Many villas work this way, but there are times when the chef can whip up a quick nasi goreng or hamburger for hungry kids who want a quick snack. But, all ingredients must be purchased and paid for by the guests. If you want a special event like a birthday party, family celebration, or BBQ night, it’s best to give the chef a day’s notice so they can buy and prepare the food.

Most villas in Canggu will cook local Balinese or Indonesian dishes like Nasi Campur, but most guests will want Western-style meals, which are also easy to cook.

The Grocery System

Many villas have a private chef (meaning that the cost of the chef is included in the nightly rate), but for the actual food, this will operate off a grocery system where you are asked to provide some money when you arrive so the chef can go and buy the food when needed. All receipts for all food purchases made will be given to the guests. Alternatively, some villas have a set-priced menu for lunch and dinner where you can choose dishes very much like a restaurant at a per guest rate.

The following villas to rent in Canggu near the Finns Recreation Club: Villa Avalon, The Beji and Villa Nonnavana. These villas are either a short taxi ride away or within easy walking distance.

Canggu is great for families with many cafes and restaurants and family entertainment such as the Finns Recreation Club and the beach where you can surf.

Although best known for its surfie vibe, cafe culture, and beach clubs, Canggu is also very family-friendly.

Things to do with kids in Canggu.

Surf lesson. Parents can take the kids to beaches like Echo, Old Man’s, Berawa and Pererenan for a surf lesson.

Cafes. Many family-friendly cafes in Canggu have burgers, fries, pizzas and the usual food that kids love. Most beach clubs like Finns, La Brisa, and Atlas Beach Fest will have a kiddies’ menu, and some cafes in Berawa and central Canggu, like Milk and Madu, have separate playground areas for the kids.

Horse riding. The Bali equestrian centre has pony and horse riding for the kids.

Finns Recreation Club. Take the whole family for a fun day out at the Finns Recreation Club, which has waterslides, ten-pin bowling, and a massive indoor trampoline centre called Bounce.

ParkLife. Toddlers will love the activities at ParkLife, which is a must-visit for parents with young ones under five years of age. Jumping castles, swings and lots of games are all supervised by staff so the parents can enjoy some snacks at the cafe.

Canggu is actually quite a large coastal area that runs north of Berawa all the way past Old Man’s and Echo Beach through to Cemagi beach just on the outskirts of Tanah Lot Temple.