My first visit to Bali I stayed at the Hard Rock. ...

My first visit to Bali I stayed at the Hard Rock. Right in the thick of Kuta Beach. Ya want the beach ya walk across the road. Ya want the pool you stay inside the gated area. I spent most of my time at the beach. Food was decent. Rooms were ok. You should really search for a lay out map of this place. Since you want your room to be as far away from the live music venue as possible if you seek peace and quiet. But chances are you booked at the Hard Rock since you wanted to be right in the heart of Kuta. Lots of stuff going on here. Volley ball court with sand in the middle of the main pool.The gym is a typical Hotel Gym with the focus being on cardio equipment. But for exercise I recommend (if you have never surfed) some surf lessons on Kuta beach or if you have rent a surf board.
Surprisingly very family friendly. Located close to the airport. *** Word of caution about the airport much like going to Mexico there are a lot of hungry hands looking to make a buck off tourists so have a game plan and stick to it***