Dreaming of long, lost afternoons beside lapping waves, cocktail in hand as beats ring out across the infinity pool and seascape beyond? Look no further than the best beach clubs in the world, where sun-kissed visitors mingle in speckled shade, small plates adorning tables and ice-cold rosé in hand. From big-name Bali hideouts to chic Côte d'Azur spots, these are the places to see – and be seen – when the waves call your name.
Desa Potato Head, Bali, Indonesia
A big-hitter on Bali’s scene, you can’t have a conversation about beach clubs without mentioning Seminyak’s Potato Head. Having opened as a beach club in 2010, Potato Head has evolved over the years to become the self-described “desa” (community) that it is today. The desa is comprised of multiple restaurants, sleek oceanfront rooms, and a rooftop bar offering some of the best views of Seminyak. The beating heart of it all, however, has got to be the beach club from where it all began. The place to see and be seen in Seminyak and beyond, a sunset spot on one of the daybeds here has become one of the hottest tickets in town, and the perfect place to ease yourself into a night of revelry by the beach. But while there are lively beats, punchy cocktails, and gorgeous views aplenty here, the real star of the show is the food. There are a whopping six different restaurants on site, ranging from innovative, locally sourced plates to plant-based menus and a wholesome pizza joint. It’s clear that Potato Head has become somewhat of a beast with such an extensive offering, but the most applaudable aspect of it all is the fact that it has not lost its heart along the way.
