Bali is one of the world’s best destinations for a family holiday. Most of the hotels and resorts recommended in the list below have kids’ clubs – or at least a range of activities for children. Even the humblest homestay on the island will have Balinese hosts with a natural talent (and seemingly inexhaustible patience) for looking after their littlest guests. The healthy outdoor lifestyle is part of a family holiday on any tropical island and in Bali the range of activities is endless. The sea breeze takes much of the punch out of the equatorial sun, but if heat is a problem consider basing yourself in cooler Ubud, or even ascending to the unexpectedly chilly highlands, where creature comforts often come in the form of log fires and hot tubs.
On an island where every local inhabitant learns the importance of art and handicrafts from an early age, there’s always something exciting to learn even in the quietest Balinese village.
