Bali Trip Costs? Our Daily Bali Budget for a Family of 4

If you’re planning a family holiday and wondering about the Bali trip cost, you’re definitely not alone. One of the questions we get asked the most is: “How much does a Bali trip actually cost for a family?” After returning from our most recent adventure to the island — our 30th+ visit — we decided to break down the real numbers so you can plan your own trip with confidence.

This time around we travelled with our two kids (a 4-year-old and a baby), which gave us a great opportunity to track the true family trip cost to Bali. From flights and accommodation to meals, drivers, nanny services and activities, we kept note of everything to give you a realistic picture of what a family trip to Bali budget actually looks like.

If you’re trying to figure out the right Bali budget for a family, this guide will walk you through our daily expenses and total Bali trip cost, plus share a few tips on where you can save money and where it’s worth spending a little extra. Whether you’re planning a short getaway or a longer Bali adventure, this breakdown should help you plan your own family trip with ease.

If you saw my stories on instagram you will know getting to the airport was nothing short of a nightmare, one of those stressful travel days where everything feels like it’s working against you thanks to the M1 closing. It was our first time flying with a baby, and despite planning ahead, we cut it way too close and made check-in with just five minutes to spare.

Thankfully, once we landed in Bali, things turned around. Immigration was a breeze with our Visa on Arrival already sorted( can check how to do that here), and we got through in no time. But we did make one rookie mistake: forgetting to book an airport transfer with a car seat. Definitely won’t leave hubby in charge of that again.

Here’s our day daily breakdown of what the days in Bali looked like (budget-wise) for our family of 4 (2 adults, 2 kids – a 4-year-old and a 5-month-old!) on our recent 3 week trip.

We first stayed at Astagina Resort and this was the family portion of our trip. We spent most of our time swimming at the pool with Nan and Pop, and hunting down the best coffee. Oh we also managed to sneak in a cheeky sunset cocktail at Sunset Beach Club with the husband whilst the kids stayed with the fam. See reel here.

Our Bali Trip Details (So You Know What This Budget Covers)

• Family: 2 adults, 1 toddler (4), 1 baby (6 months)

• Trip Length: 17 days

• Destinations: Legian, Seseh, Sidemen, Bingin & Uluwatu

• Style: A mix of villas, boutique hotels & resorts

• Transport: Private drivers + Grab rides

• Food: Mix of warungs, cafes & restaurants

• Extras: Nanny service, spa days, a few paid attractions

Bali Trip Cost: Daily Bali Budget Breakdown Quick Look

Here’s a quick look at our average daily Bali budget for a family of four:

💡 Average Daily Budget: $250 – $400 AUD/day

Flights to Bali for a Family

We scored return flights from Sydney to Bali for $600 per adult and $500 per child (infant was free). Total cost: ~$2,200 AUD.

💡 Tip: Use tools like Skyscanner or Google Flights and set up price alerts to keep an eye on cheap flights. Travelling midweek and booking early can make a big difference. I also sign up for Jetstar, Virgin and Qantas emails to be the first to see sales fares.

Accommodation in Bali with Kids

Accommodation is one of the biggest factors that will influence your overall Bali trip cost, but the great thing about Bali is that there really is something for every budget. Over the years we’ve stayed in everything from simple guesthouses and boutique hotels to luxury villas and high-end resorts — and honestly, Bali does all of them incredibly well.

When we first started travelling to Bali years ago, we would often just book the first few nights and figure the rest out as we went. But these days we almost always book our accommodation in advance, especially when travelling as a family. The best villas and boutique hotels tend to book out quickly (particularly in places like Uluwatu, Canggu, and Ubud), and booking online usually means better prices and more options to choose from.

Our travel style sits somewhere in the middle — we’re not strictly budget travellers, but we also don’t stay in luxury resorts every night. Instead, we like to mix it up. On a typical trip we might stay in a beautiful villa with a private pool for part of the trip, then balance that out with a boutique hotel or family-friendly stay elsewhere. Bali makes this really easy because even mid-range accommodation often feels incredibly luxurious compared to other destinations.

On our recent family trip we stayed in a mix of villas and boutique hotels across different areas of the island. One of the things we love most about Bali is how affordable private villas can be — especially when travelling with kids. Having multiple bedrooms, a pool, and space to relax makes a huge difference, and when you divide the cost across a family it often works out surprisingly reasonable for the overall family trip cost to Bali.

Overall, accommodation can vary hugely depending on your style, but Bali remains one of the best places in the world to get incredible value. Whether you’re looking for a simple guesthouse, a boutique hotel, or a stunning private villa, there are plenty of options to suit almost any Bali budget for a family.

• Legian (Astagina Resort): $160/night – resort with pool & breakfast. We just got a suite room. They provided a cot for Zadi.

• Seseh (2-bed villa): $150/night – private pool, short walk to cafes/beach. Kids had their own room with bunk beds. They prodivded a cot for Zadi.

• Sidemen (Wapa di Ume): $250/night – luxury resort, breakfast, views! We stayed in a 1 bedroom Pool villa. They proivded a cost and made up the day bed for Kylo.

• Uluwatu (Family Nest Villa): $385/night – brand new 2-bed pool villa

💡 Save: Book early, travel outside peak seasons (July/August), and look for packages with breakfast included.

💡 Splurge: On views and comfort! A villa with a pool is worth it with young kids especially if you are travelling with a baby. This way you dont need to leave the pool for baby naps just bring the monitor with you.

Food – Bali Trip Costs for a Family

Food in Bali is super affordable – even with a mix of Western cafes and local warungs.

• Local warung lunch: $3–5 per meal

• Mid-range café meal: $6–12

• Smoothies, juices, coffee: $3–6

• Family dinner out (4 people): $30–50

We usually had breakfast included, kept snacks in the fridge, and ate out twice a day.

💡 Tip: Don’t skip the warungs, they are full of amazing indonesian foods you have to taste, and they are so cheap! Try My favourite is nasi campur and soto ayam, while the kids absolutely love mie goreng, chicken satay & fresh juices, usually watermelon.

Transport in Bali with Kids

We hired our private driver Wayan for long distances and transfers because he has a car seat for our baby and booster seat for Kylo. We then choose to use Gojeks if going short distances.

• Airport transfers: $25–$35

• Half-day driver: $30–$50

• Grab rides: $2–$5

💡 With Kids: Always book a driver with a car seat, or bring your own if you want to be sure!

Nanny Services in Bali

Hiring a nanny in Bali is one of the BEST decisions we’ve made. We had an amazing nanny (Eka!) who swam with Kylo, brought toys, helped with routines, and gave us some much-needed downtime.

• Full day: ~$35 AUD

• Half day: ~$25 AUD

💡 We found her through a trusted local rec, which we always recommend over online listings. Join our Facebook Group for personal tips on hiring nannies in Bali.

Activities & Entertainment

There are plenty of free or low-cost things to do in Bali with kids — but we did treat ourselves to a few paid experiences:

• Waterbom Park: $55/adult, $45/child

• Spa day at Alam Wellness: $80 for two

• Electric trampoline, FlowRider: $10–20

• Day trip to Ubud or Sidemen: $40 for a driver

• Beach club entry: Free to ~$10 min spend

Free Fun: Beach days, pool play, rice field walks, cafe hopping.

Essentials & Extras

You’ll want to budget for a few extras, including:

• SIM card/data: $10–$20

• Baby supplies/snacks

• Laundry (most villas include it or $2/kg)

• Souvenirs & shopping

💡 Pack an eco water bottle, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and plenty of lightweight clothes. We’ve got a free Bali packing list you can download too.

Example Day Breakdown in Legian

• Breakfast: 237,678 @ Coffee Cartel = $27.70
  2 Iced Latte Rp 76,000 = $7.60
  Oat Milk + Hazelnut Syrup + Ice Cream Rp 65,000 = $6.50
  Acai Bowl Rp 95,000 = $9.50
• Lunch: @ Astagina Resort = $19.90
  Rice paper rolls Rp 65,000 = $6.50
  Watermelon juice Rp 40,000 = $4.00
  Greek Samosa Rp 94,500 = $9.40
• Dinner for Kylo @ Astagina Resort  = $15.00
  Hawaiian Pizza Rp 120,000 = $12.00
  1 scoop Ice Cream Rp 30,000 = $3.00
• Dinner & Drinks for us @ Sunset Beach Club = $115.00
  Prawn Pizza Rp 220,000 = $22.00
  Guc and Chips Rp 80,00 = $8.00
  Spicy Marg x 2 Rp 260,000 =  $26.00
  Frozen Daiquiri  Rp 130,000 =  $13.00
  Wings  Rp 100,000 = $10.00
  Taco Pork Rp 50,000 =  $5.00
  Taco Fish  Rp 50,000 = $5.00
  Espresso Martini Rp 130,000 = $13.00
  Mojito Rp 130,000 = $13.00Food Total = $177.60*Disclaimer we were creating content for Sunset Beach Club. So all food and drinks were comped. 

• Airport transfer – Rp 400,000 = $40.00
• Gojek to Sunset Beach Club – Rp 35.000 = $3.50
• Gojek to Motel Mexicola – Rp 31.000 = $3.10
• Gojek to Astagina Resort – Rp 46.000 = $4.60

• 30 Minute massage each (this was complimentary from the hotel)
• Entry to Motel Mexicola Rp 170,000 for 2 = $17.00 ( you got a drink with your entry so really you were just paying for your drink. The cocktails were really good too. Mexicola was a vibe but we only stayed for 1 drink. We were tired from the travel day and well, we are parents.🫠)

• Nanny cost: Free as my parents looked after the kids.
• Shopping / Misc: 2 large waters (1.5L) from convenience store Rp 7,900 = 79c each

So, How Much Does a Bali Trip Cost for a Family?

Here’s a summary of what we spent:

Per Day Average: ~$420/day
Per Person Average: ~$105/day

Can You Do It Cheaper?

Absolutely! You could:

• Stay in simpler guesthouses or family hostels

• Eat mainly at warungs (still delicious!)

• Skip paid attractions and enjoy nature

• Travel outside school holidays

We chose a balanced approach, a mix of comfort, convenience, and cultural experiences.

Is Bali Worth It for Families?

Yes, yes and YES.

Bali is the perfect mix of affordability, comfort, culture and adventure – especially for families. With warm locals, kid-friendly food, amazing weather and endless activities, it’s hard to beat. And when you plan smart, it’s surprisingly affordable too.

Use our daily Bali budget as a starting point to plan your own trip. Whether you’re splurging on villas or doing it on a shoestring, you can craft a Bali trip that works beautifully for your family.

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