Umalas, the inland villa neighbourhood between Canggu and Seminyak

Inland between Canggu and Seminyak, Umalas is where families with school-age children settle, near the international schools.

3 places in the guide · covers Umalas and Bumbak · checked 22 September 2026

Umalas lies along Jalan Umalas and Jalan Bumbak Dauh, with Berawa to the west and Seminyak to the south. Its two banjars, Umalas Kauh and Umalas Kangin, belong to Kerobokan Kelod, the same village as Batu Belig and Petitenget beaches.

It's a long-established expat enclave, with young families, small cafés, restaurants and designer villas among the rice fields and local businesses. There are no big hotels.

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Questions

Does Umalas have a beach?

No, Umalas is inland. The nearest beaches are Batu Belig and Petitenget, in the same village, and Berawa.

Is Umalas good for families?

Yes. It's quiet and residential, with no big hotels, and families with school-age children live here, near the international schools.

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