10 of the Best All-Inclusive Resorts for Families
Best All-Inclusive Resorts for Families
All-inclusive resorts can work well for almost any type of trip, but they’re especially wonderful when you’re a parent traveling with kids. It’s so nice to have all food and drink included, so you don’t feel nickeled and dimed each time your children want french fries or a smoothie. Having everything you need all at one place is also incredibly convenient, and the majority of all-inclusive resorts even offer kids clubs with free babysitting.
But, which family-friendly all-inclusive resort should you visit? That can be a tough decision since there are so many all-inclusive properties to choose from in a range of different destinations. Not only can you find all-inclusive beach resorts in Mexico, but you’ll also find them in places like Barbados, Curacao, the Dominican Republic, Turks and Caicos and more. So, how do you even choose?
To help you find the best all-inclusive beach resorts for families, we compared dozens of properties based on their amenities for families with children. The properties below offer some of the best features and kids clubs available, plus rooms and suites that work well for groups of different sizes.
Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach: Cancun, Mexico
Cancun’s Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach is located on the absolute best beach in the entire region. The sand here is powder white and the water is amazingly turquoise and clear. Because the property is somewhat sheltered by the angle of the land and Isla Mujeres, there are hardly any waves here, either. Rooms are huge and there are multiple suite options with several bedrooms. The property also has several sprawling pools, a kid’s club and multiple swim-up bars.
Royalton Bavaro Resort & Spa: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Punta Cana’s Royalton Bavaro Resort & Spa features nearly every amenity a family could want in an all-inclusive stay. From the property’s expansive pools to its lazy river and FlowRider wave machine, the resort is expertly laid out and ideal for families with kids of all ages. Of course, Royalton Bavaro also has a kid’s club, and there are suites you can book with multiple bedrooms. The resort’s Diamond Club upgrade can even get you your own butler, which can be helpful when you need dinner reservations or assistance setting up tours.
Hyatt Ziva Cancun: Cancun, Mexico
The Hyatt Ziva Cancun is located in this destination’s famous hotel zone, and it offers 547 amazing suites with oceanfront views. There are three infinity properties at the resort, and a KidZ club where children can enjoy supervised activities like games and arts and crafts. The children’s area even has its own mini waterpark, and the resort features a teen-only club with gaming options, along with pool tables and foosball.
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa: Costa Rica
Costa Rica is known for its lush green mountains and endless adventure activities, as well as the diverse population of animals that live there. The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa is great for families since it’s only an hour’s drive from the Guanacaste International Airport, and since it has an ideal swimming beach where you visitors can snorkel, kayak, scuba dive and swim. The property also features an 18-hole golf course, and kids can get a break from parents at the Westin Kids Club.
Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall: Montego Bay, Jamaica
This family-friendly all-inclusive resort is easy to reach with any number of nonstop flights from the U.S. into Sangster International Airport (MBJ), and it’s only a 15-minute drive from there. Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall has several huge and sprawling pools for kids to enjoy, and you can even book a swim-up room. The on-site KidZ club offers a place for little ones to enjoy beach sports and arts and crafts while parents get a break.
Crystal Cove by Elegant Hotels: Barbados
The Platinum coast of Barbados is simply stunning thanks to its incredibly clear turquoise waters and powder white sand. Crystal Cove is located just 30 minutes from Grantley Adams International Airport, yet you’ll feel like you’re a world away in this tropical paradise surrounded by huge rocks and swaying palms. When it comes to kids, yours will love the resort’s tiered lagoon-style pools and the on-site Flying Fish Kids Club.
Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun: Cancun, Mexico
The Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun from Marriott just opened its doors in December of 2022, but it is already known for its family-friendly perks. The property has one of the largest on-site water parks in the Caribbean for starters, which boasts 10 huge water slides, two lazy rivers, spray grounds and its own splash pad. Visitors will also find a supervised kids club, 12 restaurants and 10 different bars.
The Brando: Tetiaroa, French Polynesia
Planning for a luxurious trip to a far-flung destination but still want to go all-inclusive? Consider The Brando, an iconic all-inclusive property in French Polynesia where kids under the age of 12 stay free. This resort features 36 different villas, each with their own private plunge pool and beach area. Families here can snorkel in some of the clearest waters in the world, dine at several on-site restaurants or in their own villa and enjoy elegant spa treatments at the Fare Manu spa.
Dreams Flora Resort & Spa: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Located in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, Dreams Flora Resort and Spa just opened in February of 2023. This means everything is sparkling and new, including the resort’s four pools and on-site waterpark. Dreams Flora Resort and Spa offers 520 spacious rooms, as well as a range of activities like scuba diving, fishing and spa treatments.
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