Nightlife in Seminyak

1. Ku De Ta Bali: One of the most vibrant and prominent Nightlife places in Seminyak, Ku De Ta Bali is one of the trendsetters for beach dining spots and upscale nightlife setups in Seminyak. It is an inspiration to a number of similar enterprises all over Seminyak. The layout boasts a dedicated bar, a restaurant, a private loft, and a lawn dotting the beachfront where various events are hosted.

2. Potato Head Beach Club: Amongst various world-class Seminyak Nightlife hotspots, Potato Head Beach Club is one of the most chilled-out venues. This beach club features three restaurants which serve delicious seafood, casual continental items, and authentic Indonesian cuisine to choose from. There's also an excellent bar to add on and all the various offerings boast impressive quirky architecture.

3. La Favela Bar and Restaurant in Bali: Thanks to the quirky and unique designing, La Favela Bar and Restaurant in Bali is a different kind of dining venue featured with a dedicated bar. It gets busier as the night falls owing to the fact that the cozy corners and the dining rooms look best with the offered artificial lighting. The decor comprises of the personal art collection and antiques of the owner's personal collection.

4. Red Ruby Club: It is a joint venture of three former clubbing venues of Seminyak - The Electrik, Koh Bali, and Mint Bali. Music offering here includes excellent blues and jazz on the outside terrace, electronic music, techno and house, and so much more. The terrace of the Red Ruby offers a comfortable sofa sitting arrangement where one can enjoy light bites and evening drinks with friends over long conversations.

5. OPIVM Bali Nightclub: A massive double-storeyed Seminyak nightlife hotspot, OPIVM Bali Nightclub is where one can party with shisha services and cocktails. The decor of the club features poles as 'seduction' is the mission statement of this night club. Aerial performers are seen performing at the club which further adds on a burlesque element to the entire clubbing experience at OPIVM. The major soundtrack of the club includes techno and house music and various popular artists and international DJs are spotted performing here regularly.

6. Motel Mexicola: Motel Mexicola is a quirky and vibrant Mexican restaurant and bar nestled merely a minute's walk away from Petitenget temple. Motel Mexicola regularly hosts various exciting house parties with Latin music and if you're lucky enough, you might get a chance to experience one.

7. Mirror Bali Lounge and Club: Mirror Bali Lounge and Club is a party venue with interiors alike to a Gothic cathedral with glass windows, laser lighting, towering ceilings, and mosaic-like décor on the walls. The music varies from deep bass to hip-hop where one can dance amidst the most impressive surroundings. There are regular night parties and events hosted featuring both resident and international DJs.

8. Zibiru Restaurant: One of the great nightlife places in Seminyak to enjoy delicious Italian cuisine if the renowned Zibiru Restaurant. Boasting numerous outdoor and indoor settings this place also features a pleasant rooftop area, perfect for romantic starlit dinners and alfresco dining. There are live band performances which further add on to beautify your evenings at the Zibiru.

9. Seminyak Markets: Experiencing nightlife in Seminyak is unfinished without visiting the night markets and spending time amidst the locals. A unique dining and shopping experience like the locals after dark is what one can relish while visiting the night markets including Taman Sari Market and Seminyak Night Market. You can shop for some cool local items and enjoy some delicious street-side local delicacies.

10. Double six beach: Double Six Beach is yet another hotspot to experience the vibrant nightlife in Seminyak. It is a 500-meter beach elongation of Seminyak Beach. A portion of Jalan Double Six runs parallel to the beach which boasts top-notch restaurants and bars. Double Six Beach is an exclusive LGBT-friendly beach and is quite popular among locals and gay travelers.

1. Chill-out at the Potato Head Beach Club: Potato Head Beach Club is one of the most classy nightlife hotspots in Seminyak. Designed by Andra Matin, a popular ‘cinematic’ architect, the establishment resembles a coliseum or stadium. Having the vast ocean as the backdrop there lies a stage which is often occupied by celebrities and international DJs with lively crowd gathering all over the lawn. It is also a regular host for a number of EDM international festivals. 

2. Food Hunting at Jalan Laksamana: Jalan Laksamana is a popular and upscale area for a wide range of dining choices. The variety of ambiance, cuisine, setting, and style is massive. There are various world-class establishments on Jalan Laksamana, also popularly known as 'eat street' where you can enjoy an exciting food tour in Seminyak.

3. Tacos, Tequilas and Fiestas at Motel Mexicola: Motel Mexicola is a Mexican restaurant and bar nestled in the close vicinity of Sense Hotel Seminyak. The place serves mouth watering delicacies including a range of ceviche, tostadas, and tacos created by the renowned chef Alejandro Urbina. An alfresco dining experience with a modern twist on the Mexican traditional items along with drinks like margaritas, Cuba libres, and tequilas is what one gets to enjoy at this Seminyak hotspot. Additionally, live Latin music is what further adds on to the overall experience.

4. Sneak Underground at the Koh Bali: The main hotspot for underground clubbing is Koh Bali which is inspired by the clubbing scenes of Berlin. You can dance your night away to electrifying deep house, techno house, and regular house music. It opens just before midnight with the place all lit up with thumping beats, laser lighting, and underground clubbing feel and look.

5. Party in Style at Ku De Ta: Ku De Ta Bali is quite a prominent party place in Seminyak where various offerings are provided including a modern restaurant named Mejekawi which offers local delicacies. There is also a bar named the Tree Bar which is themed on a tropical forest setting. It is well-known for its lawn space where a number of international fashion shows and private events are put up. 

6. Rise High Up at Double-Six Rooftop: Offering 180-degree views of the beautiful sunsets of Seminyak, Double-Six Rooftop is one of the most popular places to experience the nightlife in Seminyak. The lounging space is spread in a massive 1700 square meters with spaces for all - dining, partying and lounging. The edge of the bar is quite a popular spot for enjoying the best-offered views of the surroundings.

7. Fire Shows at Nirvana Burger Bar: An ideal place to experience quality nightlife in Seminyak is the popular Nirvana Burger Bar. It serves sumptuous burgers and a wide range of drinks over amazing live music. The uniqueness of this place is the fire shows which you can sit back and enjoy while sipping on fruity cocktails as the performers put up a mesmerizing show in front of you. Additionally, there are also magicians performing tricks at the bar to have the guests awestruck.

8. Horror-Themed Frankenstein’s Laboratory: Well-known for its unique horror theme and 'freak shows', Frankenstein’s Laboratory is nestled in the heart of Seminyak. This restaurant specializes in various freaky offerings including drinks served in IV bags and zombie face paintings. There are five cabaret shows hosted here each night with a greet and meet session with the various scary performers both before and after the show. It serves western delicacies like burgers and pizzas with excellent flavors.

9. Cabaret Shows at the Bali Beach Shack: Bali Beach Shack is an Australian owned bar and restaurant which is quite popular for its clean and humorous cabaret shows which can be enjoyed with the family. The shows boast the best of Bali’s drag queens who set the stage on fire with their excellent performance. This place also hosts an exclusive tournament named 'Drag Idol' where the girls compete to own the title. Apart from this, there are also live band performances and Balinese dance shows put up here for you to enjoy every bit of it.

10. Wine Tasting at Vin + Seminyak: Vin + Seminyak is well-known to be a hotspot offering quality wine houses in 250 varying varieties in more than 18,000 bottles. Designed to suit all the varying kinds of budget travelers, this place is both glamorous and vibrant. There is a bamboo structured restaurant which serves wines to the guests along with some special pairing delicacies.

Some of the places that you can eat during the night hours including the following:-

Bossman: This is a popular burger joint in Seminyak nestled in Jalan Kayu Cendana. This place serves delicacies all night long. Some of the popular items include chicken burgers, fries, and cheeseburgers.

Batik: This restaurant serves great cocktails and authentic Indonesian cuisine. They serve a wide range of curries which also makes for the most popular offering of the outlet.

Ginger Moon: It offers everything ranging from Modern Asian dishes to various western delicacies and you can choose from an array of offerings. The Chicken Curry of this restaurant is highly rated and delicious.

Some of the night beaches in Seminyak are as follows:-

Double Six Beach: Double six beach is an exclusive LGBT-friendly beach where travelers are spotted from all across the globe. The five hundred meter stretch of this marvelous beach features plenty of partying venues and dining spots including Plantation Grill. After sunset, the crowd is seen relaxing at the beachfront with beach bags and colored parasols spread on the sand. 

Petitenget Beach: Petitenget Beach of Seminyak is a secluded beach place which gets lively as the night falls. A vibrant nightlife scene lits the place after sunset. The beach boasts various chic hotels and nightlife clubs.

Seminyak Beach: Seminyak Beach is one of the most upscale beaches of the area. Some of the island's most lavish resorts and nightlife places line up for you to explore at the beach. 

Kaya Ayu Beach: Kaya Ayu is another beach area of the island which boasts an array of fine dining places. These serve multiple cuisines with a perfect ambiance.

Yes, Seminyak is a safe place to party at night but not 100 percent. One is safe in the nightclubs, restaurants, clubs, and beachside outlets which are popular hotspots for nightlife partying.

But while traveling from these nightlife establishments to your hotel or vice versa you must hire a taxi to avoid any mishappenings on the streets, especially the poorly lit ones.

Famous night markets in Seminyak include the following:-

Taman Sari Market: It is one of the tropical local night markets where one can find fresh fruits including mangosteen, bananas, and mangoes at quite reasonable prices. It begins at 5 am in the morning and continues till midnight on all the seven days of the week. You can try local delicacies including rice porridge, grilled satay, bakso while visiting this vibrant night market. 

Seminyak Night Market: Nestle merely at a distance of 1.5 kilometers from Legian Beach Seminyak Night Market is quite popular for local Balinese items and mouth-watering Balinese food. Getting busier by the night, the market is more about experiencing the local lifestyle of the Balinese people.

Night tours to experience while in Seminyak are as follows:-

Food Safari Seminyak Tour: The exciting Food Safari Seminyak Tour allows you to visit 4 separate food venues including some of the elite restaurants in one single evening. With a small group headed by a local foodie guide, one gets to taste 12 distinct items from a wide range of cuisines

Seminyak Pub Crawl: Seminyak is popular for its nightlife and the place is lined up with top-notch pubs and clubs. While in Seminyak, one can head out for a pub crawl tour and experience the vibrant nightlife with excellent music. There are various such pubs where resident and international DJs perform every now and then.

Yes, Seminyak is quite safe for women to travel solo even during the night. While transferring to and from the hotel and airport one can ask the hotel to arrange for transportation facility as this would be the safest option.

Apart from this, though Seminyak is safe, one must maintain as much security as possible at a personal level like prefer taking taxis instead of walking on the streets.