Finding the right accommodation for a family holiday in Bali takes more thought than it looks. You need enough bedrooms for everyone to sleep comfortably, a private pool the children can use freely, staff who handle the cooking so the adults can actually rest, and a setting that makes the whole trip feel worth the flight.
Bali Hidden Villas has two 4-bedroom family villas with private pools, located in completely different parts of the island. Villa Tau is set among working rice fields in Tegallalang, 15 minutes north of Ubud. Villa Cocoa Maya sits directly on the seafront in Candidasa, a quiet coastal town in eastern Bali, and is currently available at 40% off the usual rate for 2026 bookings. Both sleep up to eight guests across four en-suite bedrooms, both are fully catered with a private chef and complimentary breakfast, and both are rented exclusively to one group at a time.
Both villas are strong picks in their own right. Which one suits your family depends on the kind of holiday you are planning. This article covers each in enough detail to help you decide.
Villa Tau: A 4-Bedroom Family Villa Near Ubud With a Private Pool
The Setting
Villa Tau is located in Kenderan, Tegallalang, about 6 km north of central Ubud. The drive into town takes around 15 minutes through rice paddy scenery that is among the most photographed in Bali. The villa is surrounded on three sides by rice fields, and the views from the pool, the garden, and the Joglo suite at the bottom of the property are a direct part of that landscape.
The area is quiet without being remote. Ubud’s temples, art markets, restaurants, and wellness studios are all within easy reach for a day trip, and the villa is well placed for families who want that cultural access while still returning to a place that feels genuinely removed from the noise. The private villas near the Ubud Art Market article covers the geography of the Ubud area in more detail for families still working out which part of the island suits them best.
The Villa
Villa Tau has been designed as an open, connected property rather than a sealed interior. The indoor living area, which includes two lounges, an indoor dining space, and a pool table, opens directly onto the pool terrace through large folding doors. Outside, there is covered seating under a Balinese bale, outdoor dining for eight, and sun loungers in a large, flat garden where children have genuine room to move.
The four bedrooms are distributed across the property, giving it a relaxed, compound-like feel. Two bedrooms sit upstairs in the main house. A separate cottage is positioned in the middle of the garden. And the Joglo suite, a large 200-year-old Javanese hand-carved wooden structure at the bottom of the property, features a wraparound patio with rice-field views on three sides and an outdoor bathroom with both a shower and a bath. It is a room that tends to stay with guests long after the holiday ends.
All four bedrooms have super king-size beds, air conditioning, fans, and en-suite bathrooms. The two upstairs bedrooms can be converted into twin beds when the group includes children sharing a room. The villa also has a dedicated Nespresso corner and a self-service bar fridge.
The private infinity pool overlooks the rice fields. It is a generous size for a family of eight, and the view from the water makes it the kind of pool where afternoons disappear without anyone noticing.
Staff, Catering, and Family Practicalities
Villa Tau runs with a dedicated team of four. Breakfast is freshly prepared every morning and included in the rate. Additional meals are available from a varied à la carte menu at reasonable prices. Complimentary tea, coffee, and bottled water are available throughout the stay, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.
A complimentary infant cot, toddler cot, and high chair are all provided. Two extra mattresses for children are also available, bringing the total sleeping capacity to ten when the group includes younger guests. For families comparing infant-friendly villas in Bali, that level of preparation is not as common as it should be, and it is worth looking for specifically before you book.
Who Villa Tau Suits Best
Villa Tau works well for families who want Ubud’s cultural side within easy reach, for multi-generational groups where different members want the flexibility to move at different speeds, and for guests who come to Bali specifically for the rice field landscape. For ideas on what to do in the area, the things to do in Bali guide has a strong range of options that apply directly to guests staying in this part of the island.
Villa Cocoa Maya: A 4-Bedroom Beachfront Family Villa in Eastern Bali, Now at 40% Off
The Setting
Villa Cocoa Maya is located directly on the seafront in Candidasa, a small coastal town in eastern Bali, about 90 minutes from the airport. The villa is five steps from the water. All four bedroom suites have ocean views. The 18-metre infinity pool stretches along the seafront side of the property and looks out over the same ocean.
Candidasa operates at a pace that feels noticeably different from the tourist density of southern Bali. There are good restaurants, small shops, and easy access to some of the best snorkelling and diving in Bali right off the beach in front of the villa. Traffic is rarely a frustration here, and the combination of warm weather, calm water, and a genuine village atmosphere is exactly what draws families to eastern Bali in the first place. The ferry terminal at Padangbaai, which services Lombok and the Gili Islands, is just 15 minutes away for families who want to combine their stay with a side trip.
What is Happening in Candidasa Right Now
Bali Hidden Villas has reduced the nightly rate at Villa Cocoa Maya by 40% for all 2026 bookings, and it is worth being straightforward about why. A major government beach reclamation project is currently underway in Candidasa. When complete, the project will create a new 5.5-kilometre white-sand beach, a beachfront boulevard, and new seafront walkways, making Candidasa one of the more attractive coastal destinations in Bali. While the project is in progress, the beach experience is more limited than it will be once it is finished. Swimming is still possible from the beach directly in front of the villa, just a few metres away, and everything about the villa itself is entirely unchanged.
The 40% reduction is a direct acknowledgement of that temporary limitation. For families who come for the villa, the pool, the ocean views, the food, and the warm Candidasa pace rather than a pristine beach day, this is a genuinely rare opportunity to stay at a property of this calibre at a fraction of the usual rate. There are not many moments in travel when the full experience of a luxury beachfront villa is accessible at this price point, and 2026 is one of them.
The Villa
Villa Cocoa Maya’s four-bedroom suites range from 60 to 160 square metres each, with their own lounge area, en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, ceiling fan, free WiFi, mini fridge, and ocean views. The villa sleeps ten guests in beds and up to twelve with extra mattresses.
The indoor living areas are open-plan and connect naturally with the outdoor spaces. Outside, the 18-metre infinity pool runs the full width of the seafront garden, with sun loungers, a Balinese bale, and outdoor dining for twelve alongside it. A separate games room in the garden has a pool table, Smart TV, music system, and a self-service bar fridge, which tends to become the unofficial base for older children and teenagers during a stay.
A complimentary infant cot, toddler cot, and high chair are available at no extra cost. Like Villa Tau, Villa Cocoa Maya is rented to one group at a time only.
Staff, Catering, and the Daily Rhythm
Villa Cocoa Maya is fully staffed and fully catered. Breakfast is complimentary every morning. Additional meals are available from an à la carte menu at reasonable prices. For families who want to return from the beach or a day trip and find a prepared meal waiting rather than having to plan and cook for a large group, that arrangement makes a significant practical difference.
Complimentary tea, coffee, and bottled water are available throughout the stay, along with free WiFi across the whole property.
Who Villa Cocoa Maya Suits Best
Villa Cocoa Maya suits families who want their holiday to centre around the water. The ocean is directly in front of the property. The snorkelling is accessible without a boat trip. The pool is large enough for serious use. And the 40% discount for 2026 makes this a very well-priced family villa in Bali, given the level of space, service, and setting on offer.
It also suits families who are travelling as a larger group. With beds for ten and space for twelve, plus extra mattresses, it’s the stronger choice when the family group is on the larger side.
What Both Villas Have in Common
Despite sitting in different parts of the island, Villa Tau and Villa Cocoa Maya share the same fundamentals. Both are 4-bedroom family villas in Bali with a private pool. Both are fully catered with complimentary breakfast and in-house chef services. Both are staffed throughout your stay. Both provide infant cots, toddler cots, and high chairs. Both are rented to one group at a time. And both offer the kind of stay where the accommodation itself becomes a central part of the holiday rather than just the place you sleep.
Ready to Stop Scrolling and Start Planning?
Visit the Villa Tau page or the Villa Cocoa Maya page to browse the full details and check availability. Book directly on the Bali Hidden Villas website to secure the best rate, free breakfast every morning, a welcome gift for every guest in your group, and a complimentary airport transfer on stays of three nights or more.
