Where to Celebrate Christmas in Bali: A Curated Guide to the Island’s Best Festive Dining and Events

 In Bali, the season comes alive through long festive lunches, refined degustation dinners, playful family events, and resort-wide celebrations that stretch from Christmas Eve to Boxing Day. Whether you’re visiting for the holidays or calling the island home, there’s no shortage of ways to make the season memorable.

Here’s your curated guide to the most notable Christmas experiences across Bali this year.

KU DE TA - A Classic Seminyak Christmas by the Sea

Few places feel as quintessentially “Bali Christmas” as KU DE TA. From 1–24 December, the beachfront icon offers a special festive set menu, an elegant, share-driven dinner framed by views of the Seminyak shoreline. On Christmas Day, the annual Art of Christmas Lunch returns: a refined three-course feast featuring Pressed Turkey Terrine, a wood-fired Pureblood Wagyu steak, and a playful White Christmas Tiramisu. Santa visits, kids’ crafts, and a sunset performance by Lamented Laughter complete the seaside celebration.

Starfish Bloo - Lavish Festivities at W Seminyak

At Starfish Bloo, Christmas Eve is an elegant affair with a lavish dinner. On Christmas Day, the hotel turns up the volume with a sensational brunch and dinner spread, from seafood towers to festive roasts. Boxing Day continues the momentum with a chic Afternoon Tea at W Lounge, with the option to add free-flow sparkling.

The St. Regis Bali Resort - A Season of Refined Festivity

At The St. Regis Bali Resort, Christmas unfolds with signature elegance. The season begins with a Christmas Eve Soirée in the grand lobby, complete with carols, Santa’s arrival, and complimentary cocktails. Throughout December, curated hampers, festive afternoon tea, and lavish dining experiences at Kayuputi and Boneka, ranging from degustation dinners to abundant brunches, offer a luxurious way to celebrate with family and friends. It’s Christmas done in timeless St. Regis style.

Seasalt, Alila Seminyak - A Coastal Christmas with Charm

Seasalt’s Christmas Brunch blends oceanfront dining with live performances and family-friendly touches, including cookie decorating for kids and a visit from Santa. On Christmas Eve, the restaurant presents a four-course Coastal Christmas Dinner, complete with handcrafted cocktails, mulled wine, and music by Lydia Rose & friends.

The Samaya Seminyak - A Family-Style Christmas Feast

At The Breeze, Christmas dinner takes on a cosy, communal feel. Their Festive Family-Style Menu is designed to be shared, paired with live acoustic music, and optional free-flow wine or champagne packages; a warm, intimate way to spend Christmas night in Seminyak.

Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua - A Resort-Wide Celebration

Sofitel embraces the holiday spirit with shimmering decor, a lighting ceremony, festive dinners on Christmas Eve, and an indulgent Christmas Day Brunch. Expect elegant French-leaning flavours, joyful entertainment, and experiences crafted around togetherness.

AYANA Bali - A Destination-Wide Festive Playground

AYANA turns its clifftop estate into a week-long celebration with Santa visits, gingerbread workshops, oceanfront gatherings, Christmas cabarets, and a vibrant dining program. From Christmas Week at Rock Bar to lavish Christmas Eve feasts across multiple venues, the resort delivers one of Bali’s most immersive holiday line-ups.

Jumeirah Bali - A Sparkling Christmas at Segaran

At Segaran Dining Terrace, Christmas arrives with live bands, choirs, and a festive menu by Chef Alessio Nallino. The Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner includes a kids’ corner, while Christmas Day offers both lunch and dinner with seasonal a la carte selections, plus a visit from Santa.

Conrad Bali - Coastal Merriment with a Creative Twist

Conrad’s Retail Village transforms into an artisan market throughout December, complete with workshops, tarot readings, and eco-focused art installations. Christmas Eve offers two dining options: a generous buffet at Suku Restaurant, or a refined six-course beachfront dinner at Eight Degrees South, ideal for couples seeking a quieter, candlelit celebration.

The Westin Ubud - Festive Wellness Meets Comfort

At The Westin Ubud, Christmas is calm and focuses on community. Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner at Tabia presents wholesome, festive flavours, while Christmas Day Brunch pairs vibrant dishes with acoustic music and a glass of welcome bubbles.

Ayodya Resort Bali - A Festive Wonderland in Nusa Dua

Ayodya offers one of the island’s most varied Christmas schedules, from Teppanyaki set dinners and Balinese BBQs to movie nights under the stars and a lively Christmas Day Brunch with a kids’ zone, Santa visit, and beachfront fun. Every venue across the resort takes on its own festive personality, making it ideal for families, couples, and groups alike.

Padma Resort Legian - Season Filled With Flavour and Celebration

At Padma Resort Legian, the festive season unfolds across a lively program of culinary experiences and holiday celebrations. From Japanese Nikkei menus at TENKAI to Mediterranean feasts at SKAI Bar & Grill, the resort brings flavour to every moment. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day offer everything from Italian buffet dinners to grand ballroom brunches and teppanyaki soirées, while New Year’s Eve features a night of indulgent dining followed by a vibrant countdown party by the pool. 

Wherever you choose to celebrate, Bali offers a festive season filled with great food, memorable moments, and experiences that bring people together. Christmas on the island feels special, and there’s a celebration here for every kind of holidaymaker.