Canggu
Introduction
Fresh, trendy and tropical
Canggu continues to soar in popularity, especially amongst the younger crowd including surfers, yogis and digital nomads who refer to it as “bohemian-chic”. A small town with a huge personality, it is filled with stunning interiors and impressive architecture, artisanal cafes, specialty designer stores, beautiful and contemporary villas, unique beachclubs and fantastic dining for all.
Canggu isn’t nearly as over-developed as Seminyak – there are ricefield views and wide-open, green spaces. Popular areas in Canggu are Batu Bolong, Batu Mejan, Echo Beach and Berawa, famous for their black sand beaches and amazing waves.
Accommodations
Places to stay
Rather than large, expensive, swanky hotels that would all offer the same experience, Canggu is filled with luxurious private villas and beautiful, modern guesthouses and homestays belonging to the locals. Each thoughtfully designed and unique in its own way.
COMO Uma Canggu
A luxury beachfront resort offering stylish accommodations, exceptional cuisine, meaningful wellness and impeccable service.
- Great wellness programme
- Beachfront, Echo Beach
- Own private beachclub
Tugu Hotel Canggu
An homage to the country's heritage, where every room is carefully created with antiques to represent the heart and soul of the country.
- A luxury art hotel
- Fantastic location on Batu Bolong Beach
- Unique experiences
Villa Jagaditha
A fully-staffed, luxury beachfront villa in the village of Cemagi with breathtaking 180 degree views of the ocean, a sprawling garden and individual pavilions for 6 plush bedrooms, spacious living and dining areas and the media room.
- Absolute beachfront
- Luxurious settings
- 20-metre infinity pool
Pure Villa
A beautiful pure white villa surrounded by ricefields with 6 bedrooms and luxurious ensuites, a large garden, and spacious indoor-outdoor seating. There's a large outdoor pool and a spacious sundeck, both overlooking the lush green ricefields!
- Ricefield views
- Modern minimalist
- Fully-staffed
Dining:
Restaurants, Cafes and Warungs
The buzzy dining scene in Canggu matches its boho-inspired vibe perfectly. Pop into any beautiful and quirky cafe or restaurant and you’ll find healthy and bespoke options including smoothie bowls and crushed avocado vegan toasts to homemade burgers and organic steaks. Canggu is also home to some of the very best cocktail bars! Whatever your preference and budget, there will always be something for everyone.
Milk & Madu
What began as a cool neighbourhood cafe hangout is now a beloved island-wide franchise serving sumptuous smoothies, luscious salad, wraps, burgers, lava stone-baked pizza and more. Made with only the best quality ingredients for the most memorable cafe experience. Try their own coffee brew called Beans by the Brotherhood. Family-friendly and kid-friendly!
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Healthy
- Great coffee
Ji Terrace
A stunning location to dine and wine in with 180-degree views of the ocean and Canggu Beach. Ji Terrace is 3 storeys of breathtaking interiors with a contemporary, sultry and moody Japanese and Asian fusion theme. The cuisine at Ji is inspired by traditional cooking styles from Japan, as well as Indonesia, India, Thailand as well as other regions of Southeast Asia. Perfect for date night!
- Lunch & Dinner
- Oriental cuisine
- Unique interiors
Beach Garden
Serving fresh, natural and organic whole foods, vegan meals, keto options, healthy meal plans, organic cold-pressed juices, kefirs and kombuchas, all just 5 minutes away from Batu Bolong Beach. Everything is made from the freshest ingredients grown on their own farm in Bedugul. Happy Hour takes place every day with free tapas and a wide selection of cocktails.
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Healthy
- Next to the beach
Koast
A luxurious, Bondi-inspired all-day hideaway serving fresh homemade creations that will nourish and energize. Wine dine and swim in the gorgeous lagoon-shaped pool. Soak up the sun at the picnic-style tables on the lush green lawn or indoors in the cool shade. Offering Australian-style all-day brunch, an All-Day Grazing Menu, Pasta, Burgers and more.
- Lunch & dinner
- Swimming pool
- Australian-style brunch
More Canggu restaurants:
- Ivy Lounge
- Manggis
- Secret Spot
- The Shady Shack
Beach Clubs
Trendy and laid-back
Finns Beach Club
A beloved Canggu icon, Finns Beach Club was first opened to the public in 2016. Housed in one of the island’s first eco-friendly bamboo structures, there are 2 pools, 5 bars, 2 restaurants and a sushi bar. Cocktails are fresh and decadent and you can choose whether to relax in the shade or under the sun on sunbeds and daybeds overlooking Berawa’s famous black sand beach.
- Open daily
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner
- No minimum spend after 7pm
La Brisa Bali
A cool, laid-back beachfront venue, La Brisa is housed in a chic, eco-friendly structure made entirely of reclaimed wood. With a cool bohemian vibe and enchanting ocean-themed decor, the entire venue is surrounded by greenery, perfect for relaxing over delicious food and drinks. This is also the site of the popular La Brisa Sunday Market that takes place every week!.
- Open daily
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Sunday Market every week
The Lawn
Stretch out and soak up the sea breeze under the many fringed Balinese umbrellas overlooking Canggu’s famous black sand beach. There’s a cool infinity pool bordering the sand and a breezy indoor area for dining and wining. The menu boasts “modernised beach lounge dishes with an Indonesian twist, using local flavours and sustainable produce”. Daily food and drink promos are also available with 2 for 1 Beer, Cocktails and Wines.
- Open daily
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Happy Hour daily
Cafe Del Mar
Canggu’s biggest and most impressive beach club bringing Ibiza-vibes to the shores of Bali in a gorgeous blue-and-white beachside venue that sprawls across 10,000 sqm. There is a 1,000 sqm infinity pool, private luxury cabanas (with their own ensuites!), pool booths and countless day beds on a lush green lawn. A minimum spend applies except for the Arcade Area which comes with a small entrance fee that’s fully redeemable on F&B.
- Open daily
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Reservations essential
Shopping
Souvenirs and designer outfits
Just like Seminyak, Canggu also has a cool collection of beautiful boutiques offering everything from luxury resort collections to casual high-end island-inspired designs, fine handmade jewellery, chic boutique brands, antiques and art, and the ever-popular signature Bali rattan bags and accessories.
Renowned names that are definitely worth a second look would be Uma and Leopold, Magali Pascal, Frockk, Bamboo Blonde, Lulu Yasmine, LaLuna and Lily Jean. Just take your time to stroll through the main streets of Berawa and Batu Bolong street where most of the shops are. Happy shopping!
Spa & Salons
Canggu Spa
Take your pick of world-class spas here in Canggu, with the best and biggest names in beauty, hair and wellness all making their base right here in this cool coastal town.
AMO Spa
Offers facials, hair and body treatments, as well as steam and sauna rooms, ice plunge pools and Epsom salt baths. Mani and pedis here will blow your mind, there are over 1000 nail colours to choose from!
- Open daily
- Packages available
- Steam & sauna facilities
Glo Day Spa
With 4 other outlets on the island, Glo Day Spa is also renowned for hair, eyebrows waxing and lash services. Emerge looking like a star with expertly-styled hair and beautifully shaped eyebrows.
- Open daily
- Packages available
- Vegan products
More Canggu spas:
- Goldust Beauty Lounge
- Spring Spa
- Esthetic Spa
- Therapy Spa
Cultural Landmark
Go exploring
Tanah Lot Temple is one of South Bali’s most important landmarks and one of its holiest sites. It is home to an ancient Hindu temple that sits on a rocky outcrop some distance away from the beach.
At high tide, it is surrounded by treacherous waves. You can explore the base of the temple at low tide but climbing up the steps to the temple itself is reserved for pilgrims. There are shrines in the caves at the base of the rock formation where you can receive blessings from the local Balinese priest if you so wish.
The beauty of Tanah Lot can be witnessed from the main beach, especially during sunset hours when the temple is outlined against the sky’s pink, purple, orange and gold. Don’t miss out on the Kecak Dance that takes place every night. Morning is also a good time to visit with fewer crowds and gives you time to explore the shops nearby.
- Open every day 24/7
- Place of worship - please dress appropriately
- Best time to visit: sunsets and early morning
Quick Facts: Canggu
Important Points To Note
- Location: Southwest coast, 10 km north of Kuta
- 18 minutes or 11.4km from the International Airport
- Warm weather all year round: 29°C to 34°C
- Rainy season: January-March, November-December
- Best time to visit: From April to October