Kuta Beach Club Hotel

Leafy Hideaway Behind a Mini Mall

Slip through the small shopping arcade on Jl. Bakung Sari No.81 and Kuta Beach Club Hotel suddenly opens up: leafy grounds, wide lawns and pools that feel a long way from Kuta’s traffic. Guests say they like being “just some 100 metres” or a short stroll from Kuta Beach, Waterbom and Kuta Square while still tucked on a quieter street.

A few reviewers find the location merely “just ok”, but most agree it’s convenient for bars, money changers, massage shops and Discovery Mall, all within easy walking distance.

Rooms: Old Wing vs Renovated Blocks

Light, simply furnished rooms all come with Wi‑Fi, TV, minifridges, kettles and safes, plus balconies or terraces looking over the pool or gardens. Several guests mention spacious junior suites with modern bathrooms and even two toilets, while others describe “basic” or “tired” rooms with dated décor and loose shower heads.

Multiple reviews suggest that some blocks have been renovated and feel “very modern and spacious”, while older wings can be dark, a bit worn and in need of paint, with the odd smelly bathroom or cockroaches outside. Many guests say rooms are cleaned daily with fresh towels, though a few felt the cleaning was relaxed or not to a high standard.

Pools, Swim‑Up Bar and Garden Atmosphere

Three outdoor pools, including a kids’ pool, are the social heart of the hotel. Families praise the generous size, easy access and plentiful loungers, and regulars love the clean water and pool noodles for floating. One guest noted the main pool “was like a hot bath” with limited shade, while others enjoyed warmer water and a quieter separate pool near the restaurant.

The swim‑up bar gets constant praise for friendly, fast service, happy hours from 16:00–18:00 and snacks like spring rolls, nachos and big vegetarian sandwiches. Several reviewers highlight the lush, tree‑filled gardens as a calming “oasis” and a reason to return.

Breakfasts, Restaurant and Prices

Breakfast opinions split sharply. Some guests rave about a “huge choice” buffet with 9 hot dishes, bacon and egg station, fresh fruit, danishes and good omelettes; others call the offerings “appalling”, repetitive or limited, with slow restocking close to closing time.

Restaurant food is often described as good or “lovely”, but a few guests complain of mediocre dishes, mouldy garlic bread in one isolated case, and what they see as high drink prices (around $7.00 for a beer, $5.40 for a can of Coke, plus 21% tax). Several reviewers recommend nearby money changers and shops for cheaper drinks and snacks.

Service, Security and Kids’ Club

Staff friendliness is one of the most consistent themes: many guests mention reception smiling every time they pass, quick help with printing, flexible check‑out and responsive front desk support. Kids’ club staff are singled out by name as “amazing”, with children reluctant to leave them.

However, two separate reviewers allege theft of 50 AUD from rooms and felt management and security did not resolve the issue. Those are isolated but serious complaints that sit in contrast to the generally glowing service feedback.

Who It Suits

This down‑to‑earth resort suits couples, families and repeat Kuta visitors who value central location, pools and greenery over cutting‑edge design, and who are happy to request a renovated room and keep valuables secured.