It is all happening down in Kuta right now. Here at The Bali Sun, we’re here to report to tourists everything they need to know to organise a fuss-free, safe, and enjoyable vacation in Bali.
As major construction and conservation efforts are underway on Kuta Beach this week, tourists need to know what to expect.
Kuta Beach is one of Bali’s worst-affected areas for coastal abrasion. The beachfront has been eroded away year after year, and intensive efforts have been put in place to help protect the beach for future generations.
Tourists travelling to Kuta Beach right now, and in the coming weeks, will see a lot of construction and conservation work taking place. The Public Works and Spatial Planning Agency (PUPR), the Badung Regency Government, is currently carrying out sand refilling work, which can be noisy and involves heavy machinery.
The Regent of Badung, Wayan Adi Arnawa, told reporters that he is committed to improving and protecting Kuta for both local communities and tourists.
He shared, “When we talk about Kuta, one of the most prominent attractions is surfing. Its beautiful waves, ranked among the top five in the world, have made this area famous among international tourists. I want to restore Kuta’s glory, maintain its authenticity and tourist comfort, while ensuring the economic benefits benefit the local community.”
Speaking separately, the Acting Head of the Badung Public Works and Public Housing Agency, Anak Agung Rama Putra, explained that alongside sand refilling, there is also work underway to prepare the pavement between Hardrock Kuta and Beachwalk Shopping Center.
He explained, “The abrasion is now moving eastward, in front of Hardrock and Beachwalk. We are addressing the damaged areas, which total approximately 100 meters.”
He added, “We hope this maintenance will provide a sense of security and comfort for visitors, both international and domestic, who want to visit the Samigita Beach area.”
Samigita Beach is the local name for the stretch of coastline that runs from Kuta Beach through to the end of Seminyak Beach.
It is not only the coastal conservation effort and repair work that is taking place at Kuta Beach, but efforts are underway to help better organise businesses and services for tourists visiting the hotspot. The Kuta Sub-district Secretary, Made Agus Suantara, told reporters that changes will be made to the way in which vendors and ksioks are set up in Kuta Beach.
Suantara shared, “For the management of Kuta Beach, we have collaborated with the Badung Regency Government and the Kuta Traditional Village. This includes the arrangement of 13 kiosks, which will be managed collaboratively by the Traditional Village and the Kuta Traditional Village community.”
He added, “All vendors will be Kuta residents who have been registered with the traditional village. We have handed over the authority to the traditional village for management.”
He confirmed that all vendors operating in the area must be licensed, to help crack down on hawkers and scammers targeting tourists visiting the beach.
Kuta Beach Live Status
Heavy machinery is on the sand. Tap a card to see how the construction affects your surf trip.
Construction
Sand Refilling & Repairs
Tap for Locations ↻The Situation
- Activity: Heavy machinery & sand refilling.
- Hotspot: 100m stretch near Hard Rock & Beachwalk.
- Noise: Expect construction noise during the day.
Beach Vendors
Safety & Scams
Tap for Update ↻Vendor Cleanup
- Status: Strict new regulations.
- Rule: Only licensed locals registered with the Traditional Village can sell.
- Goal: Reduce hawkers and scams.
Surf Report
Water Access
Tap for Access ↻Still World Class
Access: The ocean remains open.
Quality: Waves are still ranked Top 5 globally. The construction is on the sand, not in the lineup.
The Walkway
Samigita Beach Path
Tap for Info ↻Restoration
Fixing: Coastal abrasion damage is being repaired.
Result: A safer, smoother path from Kuta to Seminyak once completed.
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He added, “Our hope is that in the future, Kuta Beach can become a quality, comfortable, sustainable, and beautiful tourist destination.”
“Kuta Beach is very popular with international tourists, so the quality of the area must be truly maintained.”
Bali’s Kuta Beach is one of the island’s oldest and most popular tourist resorts. Home to some of the best family-friendly hotels on the island, including Hard Rock Hotel, Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, and Best Western Kuta Villa, the resort welcomes back tourists year after year.
For tourists planning their first vacation in Bali, Kuta is a great starting point. The resort offers a warm welcome to tourists and easy access to fantastic day trips to cultural hotspots like Ubud.
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BMS
Friday 16th of January 2026
Kuta Beach has been a cesspool for years. Too much untreated sewage. The sea stinks. How can it be ranked among the top 5 surfing spots? Because the press glosses over the issues instead of being attentive and critically questioning them, in order to protect tourists and shake up the authorities responsible. BMS