Dreamland Beach

One of the best known “hidden beaches” of Bali, Dreamland Beach is located on the edge of the Bukit Peninsula in Indonesia. Despite rigorous urban development on its limestone landscape, Dreamland Beach still retains much of its rugged, primordial charm.

Dreamland Beach became highly accessible to the public following the development of the Pecatu Graha and the Pecatu Indah Raya Resorts project, which, at the turn of the millennium, transformed about 400 hectares of virgin terrain into what is now known as ‘New Kuta’. Initially, the beach had no entrance fee to it, and was crowded by locals as well as tourists.

To manage crowd, visitors are now subjected to an entrance fee of 10,000 Indonesian Rupiah for locals, and 15,000 Indonesian Rupiah for tourists. The beach is a treat for surfers, especially experienced ones. One can enjoy some of Bali’s best shore breaks near the Dreamland shore, or paddle out to the nearby world-class reef breaks at Balangan.

The beach is also a perfect spot to enjoy sunbathing, or simply lounge on picnic mats while enjoying the natural setting around the beach. Decks and Parasols can be rented from the beach at cheap rates for this very purpose.The beach is a part of the Dreamland area, an elite resort area with a number of different facilities for its guests to enjoy.

The Beach premises is scattered with a number of resorts and hotels, as well as world class eateries, restaurants, pubs and cafes. Although most of the local warung food stalls that once existed are now gone, one can still find a number of food peddlers on the beach selling soft drinks or snacks.The 100 meter long stretch of white sand, overlooking the rolling blue of the Indian Ocean, commands a magnificent view of the serene horizon, and is a perfect spot to enjoy the scenic sunsets of Bali.

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Dreamland Beach can be enjoyed throughout the year, as the weather remains mostly calm always. However, it is best enjoyed between the months of April and June, when the showers are not as heavy and the weather is relatively calmer than the rest of the year.

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• Location: Jalan Pecatu Indah Raya, Jimbaran, South Kuta, Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia

• Timings: The beach remains open to the public throughout the day. 

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Places to Eat near Dreamland Beach

1. El Kabron Bali: Housed within the El Kabron Resort in Kuta, the El Kabron Restaurant offers a fine dining twist in traditional Spanish dishes. Located on the edge of the Pecatu cliffs, the restaurant boasts of a splendid seaside view and prides in its offer of modern dishes built off the traditional ‘paella’ and ‘tapas’ concepts. The menu accommodates both vegan and vegetarian options, and offers dishes from across different regions in Spain with a Basque, Catalan and Mediterranean heritage.

2. Bamboo Bar and Grill: Located right next to the Waterbom Park, Bamboo Bar and Grill is a cozy indoor diner made entirely out of bamboo. The food offered here is simple and fresh. The restaurant boasts of its Australian, Indonesian and European offers, and has a bar of its own. It prides in its selection of seafood dishes, made from the freshest catch of the day. Bamboo Bar and Grill also hosts live music gigs on certain evenings, and contributes significantly to the nightlife of Bali.

3. Blueseed: Located in Pecatu, Blueseed restaurant offers French cuisine with an Indonesian twist. The restaurant is known for its high end dining experience, and is an all time favourite of tourists in Bali. The food here is made from local, organic ingredients. Blueseed offers indoor as well as outdoor seating options with a garden view.

4. Filini Restaurant: A venture of the Radisson chain of hotels, the Filini Restaurant is popularly known as the best Italian option in all of Bali. The restaurant offers simple food elevated to a fine dining level. The accommodating wine menu includes options from all across Italy. The restaurant offers a cozy, interior seating venue as well as a pool-side seating option outdoors. Filini Restaurant offers Mediterranean and European options as well, and is accommodating of vegetarian or vegan preferences. The restaurant also hosts a Sunday brunch on the last Sunday of every month, which features an Italian buffet.

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Places to Stay near Dreamland Beach

1. Balangan Sea View Bungalow: Away from the bustle of a hectic city life, Balangan Sea View Bungalow offers a tropical getaway amidst landscaped green gardens. The air conditioned rooms of the Bungalow are fitted with the most modern amenities, and boast of a private terrace with views of the indoor pool or the ocean. All rooms are fitted with safety deposit boxes and mosquito nets, while selected units have a fridge and a private bathroom of their own. Balangan Sea View also offers spa and billiard facilities for its guests. It has a restaurant of its own, offering a variety of Indonesian, Asian and Western delicacies. 

2. Klapa Resort: Located on Pecatu Hill, this 5 star resort commands a direct view of the rolling blue waves of the Indian Ocean. The luxury rooms are wide and spacious, looking out onto the landscaped gardens or the golf course immediately outside. The suite rooms at Klapa are also fitted with a dining room and a living area of their own. The wide rooftop terrace houses the infinity pool and the kids’ swimming pool available for the use of the guests at no extra cost. The resort also houses two separate restaurants of its own- the Klapa Breeze Rooftop Pool Bar and Restaurant, and the Golf Terrace Restaurant, each offering its own range of international delicacies.

3. Wyndham Dreamland Resort Bali: Located along the tranquil stretch of Dreamland Beach, the Wyndham Dreamland Resort in Bali offers over 115 luxury rooms for stay. Designed in a striking blend of modernity and traditional Balinese architecture, the deluxe rooms and villas provide a befitting holiday stay opportunity. Wyndham Dreamland is a perfect location to enjoy the best of watersports in Bali, with a plethora of surfing opportunities in its vicinity and the resort’s own swimming pools. The resort houses a number of diners and cafes within its premises, including the Ulu Bar, the Rayunan Restaurant, the Dreamland Café and the Sunset Deck Bar. 

4. Swiss Belresort-Pecatu: This four star international resort is a part of the Pecatu Indah Raya Resort venture. The resort offers 199 luxury rooms for stay, each fitted with the most modern amenities. All rooms have access to free Wi-Fi services, and are equipped with safety deposit boxes, coffee and tea makers, and refrigerators, while some even have a private balcony of their own. The Resort also has a restaurant and a spa of its own, as well as lagoon pools for both adults and children.

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Tips for Visiting Dreamland Beach

There are a number of hidden gems across Dreamland Beach. Instead of simply relaxing on its sands, thus, it is recommended that one should explore the beach area for the number of opportunities it has to offer.

1. One is advised to try the massages offered at the beach. The service itself is quite cheap, and the experience extremely relaxing. 

2. Parasols and deck chairs are available for rent at the beach, and once can choose to rent them to lounge.

3. If you’re not staying at one of the nearby roads, parking at the beach will cost around 5,000 Indonesia Rupiah. 

4. Although there are bathroom facilities available at the beach, the public toilets are all Pay and Use.

5. Carry all beach essentials while visiting the beach, and wear adequate swimming wear while taking a dip in the waters.

6. The beach is best avoided during the monsoon seasons, when the showers are extremely heavy and the weather turbulent.

7. Dreamland Beach is known especially for its surfing facilities, and one must not miss out on this experience while here.

The only way to travel to Dreamland Beach from Bali Airport to take a taxi, a cab or drive one’s own car to the beach. The drive takes an approximate time of 45 minutes.

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