Don’t get your tinsel in a tangle – here are Bali’s best brunches, buffets & free-flow feasts this Christmas 2023. Bring on the stretchy pants!
So, you’re spending Christmas 2023 in Bali (high five!). Whether you’re a local Bali resident or you’re flying in for the holidays, you’ll be pleased to know that there’s plenty of festive things to do and delicious places to eat this Christmas in Bali.
Yep, luckily for us festive folk, the island’s best restaurants, bars and beach clubs sure know how to celebrate with plenty of yuletide cheer. So, to help you enjoy the most wonderful time of the year, here’s our pick of what to do and where to feast this Christmas in Bali – the best free-flow Champagne brunches and Christmas dinners with visits from Santa Claus himself. Consider this your Christmas 2023 gift from us!
And psst – we’ve also put together a guide on where to spend Christmas Eve in Bali, as well as all of Bali’s best New Year’s Eve parties and New Year’s Day recovery events!
CHRISTMAS IN BALI 2023
The best buffets, free-flow brunches & festive things to do
1. Christmas Day Brunch at W Bali – Seminyak
The Christmas feast: For a Christmas feast that even Santa and his elves would be proud of, head to W – Bali Seminyak for its Christmas Day brunches. This Seminyak resort will be dishing up two buffet brunches at two of its most decadent dining destinations: one on the beach at Starfish Bloo and one at Fire. Both brunches will be laying out must-have Christmas staples, like roast turkey with all the trimmings, a leg of lamb and even classic Christmas cakes.
The trimmings: There’ll be fresh seafood from the ice-carving station, smoked deli meats, cured charcuterie, a selection of cheeses, and all-time favourites from around the world, like Italian pasta, Singaporean pepper crab, Japanese sashimi and soooo much more. Psst – save space for all the Christmas desserts!
Time: 25th December 2023, from 12pm – 3.30pm.
Where: W Bali – Seminyak – Jl Petitenget, Seminyak.
Price: IDR 2,500,000++ per person for the Christmas Day buffet including free-flow soft drinks, or IDR 3,500,000 for the buffet and free-flow alcoholic drinks. For IDR 4,500,000++ per person, you’ll get all of the above plus free-flow Champagne.
2. Christmas Day on the Beach at Sundays Beach Club
The Christmas feast: Follow the jingle of Santa’s sandy feet to Sundays Beach Club, because this iconic oceanfront destination will be hosting Christmas Day on the beach with all the bells, whistles and bikinis! The star of the show will be a five-course Christmas Day Lunch, carefully curated by famed Aussie chef, James Viles! Top tip: bookings are essential, and to make the most of your day, we say, go all-out and book a VIP Bungalow or VIP Sundeck too!
The trimmings: Throughout the day there’ll be live music, fun family activities, Christmas cookies, special cookie bags for kids, face painting and sand art, plus a special visit from Santa and his Santarina!
Time: 25th December 2023, from 9am – 9pm (lunch served from 11am)
Where: Sundays Beach Club – Jl Pantai Sel. Gau Banjar Wijaya Kusuma – Ungasan.
Price: IDR 1,200,000 for adults for the Christmas Lunch, or IDR 600,000 for children.
3. Christmas Brunchcation at Pala Restaurant
The Christmas feast: Settle in for an entire day full of festive deliciousness at The Apurva Kempinski Bali. Expect a bountiful festive display of seafood, roasts and cuts from the fire, including suckling pig on a spit, a giant lobster ice sculpture, sushi, sashimi and a flaming grill on standby ready to cook your food to-order. Save space for the cheeses and the special festive desserts.
The trimmings: The Brunchcation will include festive fun for the kids, a visit from Santa Claus, live entertainment and festive activities for all – Christmassy vibes included!
Time: 25th December 2023, 12pm – 3.30pm.
Where: Pala Restaurant at The Apurva Kempinski Bali – Jl Raya Nusa Dua, Nusa Dua.
Price: IDR 950,000++ per person for brunch only, or IDR 1,550,000++ to include free-flow alcoholic beverages. Children from six to 12 years old can dine for IDR 450,000++.
4. Ocean-Fresh Christmas Day Lunch at Ijen
The Christmas feast: Settle into Ijen this Christmas day for an ocean-fresh set lunch beside Seminyak’s most iconic beach club. This boundary-pushing restaurant within the wonderfully eco-friendly Desa Potato Head scores breezy ocean views, and this Christmas, they’ll be dishing up a taste of Indonesia’s finest offerings. Think local seafood wood-grilled to perfection, served with the highest quality vegetables sourced from Bali’s nearby farms. To finish off this bountiful lunch. tuck into Ijen’s selection of delectable desserts.
The trimmings: Lunch will be served with music playing throughout the day, and sun-soaked, sparkling vibes just footsteps from the beach.
Time: 25th December 2023, from 12pm – 3pm.
Where: Ijen at Desa Potato Head – Jl Petitenget No. 51B, Seminyak.
Price: IDR 850++ per person for the set menu, or IDR 1,900,000++ to add free-flow Champagne.
5. Christmas Day Brunch at Sangkar Restaurant
The Christmas feast: A time-honoured Bulgari tradition, the iconic Bulgari Brunch is making its way to Bali this Christmas Day. The luxe spread will feature an array of delectable festive dishes, featuring the freshest seafood and classic Christmas sweet treats (hellooo traditional panettone!). All of this, served up alongside infinite ocean views, six-star service and the option of free-flow beverages.
The trimmings: Parents, you can relax as you feast on the hearty brunch spread, because the kids will be kept busy with joyous activities, like decorating a Christmas-tree-in-a-cup, or creating fantasy handprints and candy at the Activity Pavillion. Meanwhile, at the Little Gems Club, it’s Christmas gift time or play time at the Magic Corner.
Time: 25th December 2023, from 11am.
Where: Sangkar Restaurant at Bulgari Resort Bali – Jl Goa Lempeh, Uluwatu.
Price: From IDR 3,000,000 per person, inclusive of non-alcoholic drinks. Or IDR 4,000,000 per person to include free-flow house beverages.
6. Festive Christmas Day Buffet Lunch at Banana Lounge
The Christmas feast: Deck the halls with pool floaties and bikinis, because this Christmas, Banana Lounge is putting on a fabulously festive buffet lunch… poolside! This oh-so stylish pool club in Bingin is laying out a gourmet spread that’ll keep you full ‘til next Christmas, from Aussie-style salty prawns and cold ham, to roast chicken drizzled in gravy, plus side salads and bread rolls. Finish off with fruit tarts or a scoop of ice cream, then make it a margarita to your sunbed!
The trimmings: The festive buffet will be served up by the pool in the breezy restaurant, with festive tunes, Christmassy decor and wholesome family vibes.
Time: 25th December 2023, 12pm – 3pm.
Where: Banana Lounge – JI Tanjung Simah, Gang Sedana, Labuan Sait, Pecatu.
Price: From IDR 690,000++ per adult for the lunch, with the option to add-on three hours of free-flow wine, beer and cocktails. Children aged four to 12 years can dine for IDR 345,000++, while those three years old and under dine for free.
7. Christmas Day in Ubud at Portofino Restaurant
The Christmas feast: A multi-course Christmas feast designed for sharing, Portofino Ubud is serving up a very special festive menu this Christmas. The family-style feast will feature all the Christmas classics, like honey-smoked glazed ham, a fresh prawn cocktail and roasted pork belly with caramelised apples. But in true Portofino fashion, there’ll also be plenty of Italian twists too. Think Arancini di Rosso on arrival, stracciatella with orange and fennel to start, and a Cioppino seafood stew for mains.
The trimmings: The restaurant will come alive with plenty of festive cheer and bubbles on ice for your Christmas toasts with friends. And to really set the festive tone, there’ll also be incredible cocktails and a very affordable international wine selection too. Psst – the festive menu is also available on Christmas Eve and Boxing Day!
Time: 25th December 2023, available all day from 11am until 9.30pm.
Where: Portofino Ubud – Jl Raya Pengosekan, Ubud.
Price: IDR 940,000 ++ per person for the Festive Menu, or mention HONEYCOMBERS to get 10% off this menu, for all bookings made before December 20th! Kids under 10 years-old can skip the set menu and order from the a la carte menu instead.
8. Christmas Brunch and Dinner at Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach
The Christmas feast: To really celebrate Christmas in style, Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach is putting on not one, but two fabulous feasts on Christmas Day. Kicking off the gourmet celebrations is a Christmas Day Brunch Buffet at Makase, with an endless spread of cold cuts, cheeses, barbecued seafood, pizza, and a Christmas carvery. Then, in the evening, head over to the beachfront for a five-course Modern Japanese Dinner at SugarSand, featuring croquettes, toro truffle tataki, sushi, sashimi, red mullet and dessert.
The trimmings: The brunch at Makase will be served up alongside Christmas carols, a magician, live music and a visit from Santa, while dinner at SugarSand will be graced by a breathtaking Seminyak sunset and a live DJ performance.
Time: 25th December 2023, 12.30pm – 3.30pm for brunch, and 6pm – 10pm for dinner.
Where: Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach – Jl Camplung Tanduk No. 10, Seminyak.
Price: IDR 950,000++ per person for brunch at Makase, or IDR 1,350,000++ per person to include free-flow of alcohol. Children under 11 years can brunch for half price. Dinner at SugarSand starts at IDR 1,100,000++ per person, or IDR 1,600,000++ per person to include cocktail pairing.
9. Christmas Day Lunch & Dinner at CasCades Restaurant
The Christmas feast: A sumptuous Christmas Day lunch or dinner fit for a King (whilst overlooking Ubud’s Valley of the Kings!), CasCades restaurant will be putting on an extravagant, gourmet spread of traditional roasts and salads served up buffet-style at the carvery station. Think glazed roast turkey with all the trimmings, prime rib steak and Christstollen chocolate logs too.
The trimmings: All of this will be merrily served up with a jazz performance at lunch, and a traditional Balinese dance performance at dinner, overlooking the lush jungle valley…
Time: 25th December 2023, from 12pm for lunch, and from 7pm for dinner.
Where: CasCades Restaurant – Jl Lanyahan, Banjar Nagi, Ubud.
Price: From IDR 1,250,000++ per person for the buffet, including eggnog on arrival.
10. Ren Christmas Day Bubbly Brunch at Renaissance Bali Uluwatu
The Christmas feast: A bubbly Christmas brunch at Double Ikat Restaurant at Renaissance Bali Uluwatu. This bountiful spread will feature global classics and seasonal favourites too, including juicy roasted turkey, honey-glazed ham, artisanal cheese, and so much more. While parents raise a glass of bubbles, the kids can join in on the festive fun with Christmas-themed kids’ activities throughout the day.
The trimmings: There’ll be a live duo acoustic performance, a visit from Santa, a mini theatre performance and of course, kids activities! Not to mention, a welcome mimosa to start the feast…
Time: 25th December 2023, from 12pm – 4pm.
Where: Double Ikat Restaurant at Renaissance Bali Uluwatu – Jl Pantai Balangan I No.1, Ungasan.
Price: IDR 990,000++ per person for the Christmas Day buffet, or IDR 1,640,000++ per person with free-flow wine, beers and cocktails. Kids from 6 to 12 years-old dine for IDR 495,000++, or free for those under 6. Psst – use the code HONEYCOMBERS to get 15% off all reservations made before 20th December!
11. Christmas Day Brunch at The Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa
The Christmas feast: Gather around for a Christmas Day Brunch at The Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa. This family-friendly feast will be served buffet style at the resort’s Santan Restaurant, and will feature delectable festive flavours and festivities to make this Christmas truly special.
The trimmings: Sit back and graze on all the holiday specials, as a live music performance by Zico Acoustic Duo serenades the occasion.
Time: 25th December 2023, from 12pm – 3.30pm.
Where: The Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa – Jl Kayu Aya, Seminyak Beach.
Price: From IDR 750,000++ per adult. Kids aged six to 12 years can dine for half price, or those under six years-old dine for free per paying adult.
12. Tropical Christmas Day at Azul Beach Club
The Christmas feast: This year, celebrate a Bali-style tropical Christmas with a sumptuous BBQ lunch by the sea at Azul Beach Club. This family-friendly venue will be hosting a Christmas-themed spread, featuring a smokey array of grilled seafood, barbecued pork ribs, roast lamb, whole chicken and more, alongside farm-fresh salads and alll the classic Christmas desserts.
The trimmings: The seaside barbecue will be accompanied by family-friendly activities (think magic shows and a tropical Santa meet-and-greet) as well as live music and Christmas beats. And the best bit? There’ll be festive designs and artwork by local eco-artist Nano Uhero and the acclaimed Australian artist Ian Mutch, infusing festive magic into every corner of the venue!
Time: 25th December 2023, from 12pm.
Where: Azul Beach Club – Jl Padma No. 2, Legian, Kuta.
Price: From IDR 800,000 per person for the all-you-can-eat barbecue lunch. Children aged 4-12 years-old dine for half price, while kids under 3 dine for free.
13. Festa Di Natale at Mads Lange
The Christmas feast: An Italian feast in the jungle, Mads Lange will be treating you (and we mean treat!) to not one, but five exquisite courses crafted by Capella Ubud’s Director of Culinary, Nicola Russo. Transporting you to the heart of Italy’s festive traditions, expect meticulously prepared favourites like carpaccio, braised oxtail pasta and Christmas petit fours with Limoncello.
The trimmings: This multi-course Italian feast will be full of surprises, served up in the spectacularly decorated tented restaurant overlooking Ubud’s lush jungle.
Time: 25th December 2023, from 6pm – 11pm.
Where: Mads Lange at Capella Ubud – Jl Raya Dalem, Tegallalang.
Price: IDR 950,000++ per person.
14. Natale Day Brunch at Prego
The Christmas feast: Bring the whole family to a festive brunch at Prego this Christmas, where you’ll be treated to an authentic Italian feast and all the Christmas classics. Think delicious dishes that even the fussiest kiddos will love, alongside delectable desserts to end the brunch on the sweetest note.
The trimmings: You’ll be merrily grazing through the festive brunch spread to the sweet sounds of a live music performance. Meanwhile, the kiddos will be entertained by a magician, balloonist, and a special meet-and-greet with Santa!
Time: 25th December 2023, from 12pm – 4pm.
Where: Prego at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua Bali – Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua, ITDC Lot N-3, Nusa Dua.
Price: IDR 790,000++ per adult, while children aged four to ten years-old dine for half price.
15. Brunch Extravaganza at Eight Degrees South Restaurant
The Christmas feast: Celebrate Christmas Day with a lavish brunch at Eight Degrees South Restaurant at Conrad Bali. There’ll be live cooking stations featuring the Conrad Benedict, a carvery, grill, paella, crepes and gelato, as well as a chocolate fountain and Christmas desserts like panettone, chocolate yule log, stollen and so much more.
The trimmings: The festive atmosphere will come alive with entertainment from an acoustic duo, plus a meet-and-greet with Santa and Santarina. And psst – Conrad Bali will also be hosting a Festive Market & Weekend Workshops from the 10th – 25th December, featuring artisanal gifts and local brands!
Time: 25th December 2023, from 12pm – 3pm.
Where: Eight Degrees South Restaurant at Conrad Bali – Jl Pratama 168, Tanjung Benoa – Nusa Dua.
Price: IDR 820,000++ per adult for the Christmas Brunch. Children under 12 years-old dine for half the price. Add on IDR 650,000++ for a two-hour free-flow beverage package featuring of signature cocktails, mocktails, beer, wine, and juices.
16. Christmas Day Brunch at Seasalt
The Christmas feast: A sumptuous Christmas Day Brunch at Seasalt with an extravagant menu of traditional specialties and gourmet treats galore (think roasted turkey and spiced pork belly). All of this will be merrily served up with a warm Christmas vibe, special festive cocktails and plenty of bubbles to raise a glass with.
The trimmings: The brunch will come with stunning ocean views, plenty of Christmas cheer, live music and all of our fave bites from Seasalt’s Sunday brunch. Little ones can try their hand at decorating a gingerbread house, and Santa and his Lady Elf will be making an appearance too!
Time: 25th December 2023, 12pm – 4pm.
Where: Seasalt – Jl Taman Ganesha No. 9, Petitenget, Seminyak.
Price: IDR 1,250,000++ per person including a glass of sparkling upon arrival.
17. A Plant-based Christmas Lunch at KYND Cafe
The Christmas feast: A four-course Christmas lunch, KYND-style! There’ll be plant-based turkey, vegan wellington and all the yummy trimmings – think glazed carrots, cranberry sauce and smashed spuds, as well as drool-worthy vegan desserts (hellooo creamy pavlova)…
The trimmings: Expect candy-cane cocktail specials, Christmas bon-bons, live music and plenty of KYND Christmas cheer!
Time: 25th December 2023, from 12pm.
Place: Kynd Cafe – Jl Petitenget No. 12, Seminyak
Price: From IDR 650,000++ per person, which includes a welcome mocktail or mimosa.
18. Christmas Experience Dinner at Sa’Mesa
The Christmas feast: Make it an authentic and lively Italian Christmas at Sa’Mesa – a totally different dinner experience where a theatrical parade of 15-20 surprise dishes are served family-style across three long tables. While you won’t know exactly what you’ll be served, expect to see some of Sa’Mesa’s Italian-inspired favourites, like the tuna crudo, the chargrilled whole red snapper, and a homemade mushroom risotto.
The trimmings: Christmas dinner includes free-flow Limoncello throughout the evening. Or, choose to pair your feast with some bubbles.
Time: 25th December 2023, from 4pm – 8.30pm in Canggu & from 7.30pm in Seminyak.
Where: Sa’Mesa – Jl Tanah Barak No.1e, Canggu & Jl Petitenget No. 1a, Seminyak.
Price: From IDR 1,190,000++ per person.
19. A Festive Christmas Celebration with Family and Friends at The Blue Door
The Christmas feast: Tuck in to a three-course festive menu at The Blue Door in Ubud, featuring seared scallops, duck a l’orange, and a whopping T-bone steak. Make it a lively Christmas with family and friends, with live music throughout the day and fun games too.
The trimmings: There’ll also be a two-hour free-flow drinks package that can be added to your lunch or dinner. Christmas cocktails and bubbles will also be available to get you into the Christmas spirit.
Time: 25th December 2023, from 12pm.
Where: The Blue Door – Jl Monkey Forest, Ubud.
Price: IDR 525,000 for the three-course meal, or add IDR 450,000 for the two-hour festive cocktail free-flow.
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