6 Beautiful Oceanside Wedding Venues in Bali
Considered a magical place by many for its unique blend of beauty, culture and spirituality, there are so many reasons why Bali is a truly breathtaking choice for a destination wedding. With the bluest of seas courtesy of the Indian Ocean set against white sand beaches and clifftop panoramic views, this for starters makes it a wonderfully glamorous yet laidback wedding location. Add to this the lush jungles, rice paddies, Hindu temples, lakes and incredible food, and you and your guests will never want to leave.
Below we’ve listed 6 of our favourite wedding venues in Bali to help get you inspired.
1. Surga Villa Estate
Located on the clifftops of Bali’s Bukit Peninsula, the stunning Surga Villa Estate has wonderful panoramic ocean views that can be enjoyed throughout your whole wedding day. Purpose built for weddings and events, everything about the venue is orientated to really maximise its surroundings. Host your wedding for up to 150 guests facing out to sea, with an aisle that appears to float upon the infinity pool, followed by a glamorous reception within the venue or by the pool. The venue has its own team of event coordinators, powder rooms for the bridal party and 13 master suites on site, so is well equipped for a luxurious yet relaxed wedding day. Add to this the tennis courts, on-site spa, outdoor cinema and direct beach access and your guests will never want to leave.
2. Tirtha Uluwatu
Iconic in its stature, Tirtha Uluwatu is a distinct and striking wedding venue that sits like a shard of glass on the southern clifftop of Bali, with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. The stunning glass stage that forms the centrepiece of the venue is the perfect spot for saying your vows, enjoying your first dance or hosting the outdoor ceremony. The dining pavilion has two floors with the ground floor accommodating 250 guests across the indoor and outdoor spaces, and the first floor can accommodate 100 guests for smaller weddings. The venue provides plenty of package options, has a lovely swimming pool, bridal changing rooms and can be exclusively yours for the day. It sleeps 10 guest on site, however with Tirtha Bali being one of the leading wedding companies on the island, this venue is very close in proximity to their other venues, so you can easily combine your celebrations and sleeping arrangements across the various locations.
3. Wonderland Uluwatu
Perched on the southern coastline of Bali’s Bukit Peninsula, Wonderland Uluwatu spans 110 metres of beautiful cliff edge overlooking the tranquil beaches of Nunggalan and Nyang-Nyang. The ten thousand square metre estate consists of 4 unique and premium spaces with each providing a different atmosphere yet with a consist aesthetic and comfort throughout all of them. Firstly The Joglo is an intricately carved 100 year old teak glasshouse that was brought in from the island of Java and placed on the south eastern corner of the estate. This spot can seat 60 guests for a ceremony and 120 guest for dinner. Next you have the Eden Garden which is a pretty semi-circled garden on the cliff edge, that’s ideal for cocktails, photos or weddings of up to 30 guests. There is also the pool which sits at the heart of the estate, flanked by a new mirrored structure that can host up to 150 guests beneath it, or 300 guests in the general pool area for both ceremonies and receptions. Finally, there is The Point, an impressive spot right on the cliff’s edge that is perfect for intimate weddings and photos.
4. The Forest Pool and Garden Rooftop at Bisma Eight
With sweeping views of Ubud’s lush ravines and perfectly positioned for some of Bali’s finest sunsets, this wedding venue is a little luxury privately owned boutique with a modern personality. The design and overall feel of the place is rooted in Bali artisan heritage, traditions and authentic culture and is ideal for a small wedding that feels extra special. Host your ceremony for up to 40 guests seated or 100 standing atop their lovely pool surrounded by lush greenery, folllowed by a reception in their award-winning rooftop restaurant that can host up to 80 guests sat on long tables. You can use both spots for the ceremony and reception, so it’s up to you where works best.
5. Villa Tamarama at The Ungasan Clifftop Resort
Positioned high above the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean on the Bukit Peninsula, The Ungasan Clifftop Resort is a spot that has multiple villas that work wonderfully for intimate wedding venues, with the resort offering a wide selection of ceremony and reception locations to choose from. From lush tropical garden aisles and cliff edge lawns to poolside reception settings and skyline backdrops, you can tailor the day to the vibe you’d like to create. One particularly lovely villa is Villa Tamarama, which features iconic colonial styling, two swimming pools, a bar and ocean front pavilion, lawn and 2500 square metres of manicured gardens that are ideal for hosting both your ceremony and reception. The venue also has 5 bedrooms, including two ocean fronted suites that you and your guests will love.
6. Imperial Villa at Four Seasons Resort Bali
Nestled within the island’s well loved Four Seasons Resort made up of purely villas, the Imperial Villa is the jewel in their crown. Set on Bali’s sunset cost on 3 miles of Jimbaran Bay beach, the villa and resort embraces Balinese architecture, entertainment and captures the spirit of vibrant village life. For your ceremony, walk on water on the their 57 metre overwater aisle right on the beach front, or at their 35m oasis above the sea. Alternatively for more intimate weddings, exchange your vows on the beach or in complete privacy within the Imperial Villa. As a luxury hotel, they’ve got everything covered for you, all you need to take care of is preparing the guest list and getting yourself there!