Best Ocean View Stays in Sanur

I recommend Bali Beach Hotel to families who want direct access to the sand in Sanur. Children can walk straight from the grounds onto the beach, and rooms come with either garden or sea views. The on-site restaurants look out over the sea, which makes meals with children easy without leaving the hotel. WiFi is free throughout and private parking costs nothing, useful if you are driving around Bali. Guests rate it 9.1 from more than 1,100 reviews.

Villa Pantai Karang gives families something rare in Sanur: direct access to a private beach area, with sea views and the calm water this coast is known for. The outdoor pool is open all year, the garden and sun terrace give children room to move, and rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms. A shuttle and tour desk help with outings, and Wi-Fi is free. A 9.0 rating from 574 reviews is a strong sign.

Mercure Resort Sanur is a four-star beachfront resort with Balinese-style thatched-roof buildings in tropical gardens. It has two outdoor pools, a spa and sports courts including tennis and volleyball, which gives children and parents room to be active. Rooms are air-conditioned with private balconies, and international dining comes with sea views. About 1,510 guests rate it 7.7. My advice: read recent reviews and ask about room condition before booking.

The Kayangan Sanur is a three-minute walk from Segara Beach, which I find makes beach mornings with children easy. Rooms have air-conditioning, sea-view balconies, private bathrooms and kitchenettes, handy for simple snacks or breakfasts with little ones. The rooftop pool and sun terrace give a change from the sand, there is an outdoor fireplace for evenings, and a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi help, with 7.7 from 402 guests.

Paras Paros Marina Lodge is a family-friendly retreat with clifftop ocean views and a focus on wellness and yoga. It has an outdoor pool and comfortable air-conditioned rooms, some with private balconies, and free WiFi throughout. Guests have easy access to cycling activities. It is listed under Sanur, but I would check its exact location before booking. Guests rate it 7.7 across 155 reviews, so I would see it as a simple, active-minded family base.