Ready for a beach vacation with the family? All-inclusive hotels make sure all the details of your getaway are covered, offering an alluring all-in-one package so you don’t have to stress and instead focus on making memories with the family. From the Caribbean to the mountains in the United States, check out our top picks for the best family-friendly and all-inclusive resorts around the world.
Beaches Turks & Caicos - All Inclusive Resort, Turks & Caicos
Experience the variety of five different villages all in one resort at Beaches Turks & Caicos, the largest resort in the Turks and Caicos. One of the best kid-friendly resorts in the world, Travel+Leisure once ranked this resort the “#1 top family hotel in the Caribbean”, and the readers of Conde Nast Traveler voted it the “best of all island beaches worldwide.” While youngsters enjoy the 45,000 square-foot water park, Xbox games, a swim-up soda bar, and a teen disco, parents can take advantage of the spa, 12-mile beach, and perhaps even a scuba diving lesson. There are multiple gourmet restaurants on-site, including Japanese, Italian and Caribbean cuisine as well as a 1950s-style diner.
Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa, St. Lucia
Located on St. Lucia’s exotic south coast, Coconut Bay Beach Resort is a family-friendly retreat and the only resort in Vieux Fort. The beautiful resort will lure you in with its multiple swimming pools, a water park, a lazy river, and a swim-up bar. Coconut Bay is split into two sections: Harmony for adults and Splash for families with kids. The Kidz Klub is fully supervised and features a pirate ship and air-conditioned indoor playroom as well. Meanwhile, adults can enjoy a tranquil, romantic paradise with multiple restaurants and bars, a luxurious spa, and an opportunity to try windsurfing.
Skytop Lodge, Pennsylvania
Just a couple hour’s drive from New York City and Philadelphia, Skytop Lodge sits in the rolling hills of the Pocono Mountains. One of the best resorts in the Poconos for families, it’s a great place to reconnect with nature and each other in a beautiful outdoor setting. This resort, which has hosted families since 1928, is full of historical charm, manicured gardens, and delectable cuisine. Quench your thirst for adventure and introduce your kids to sports like skiing, ice skating, golfing, hiking, fishing, and swimming. Canoes, kayaks, and rowboats are available for rental, and so are mountain bikes and stand-up paddleboards. The resort’s Adventure Center will keep your teenagers entertained with everything from zip lines, laser tag, skeet shooting, and dog sledding.
Tyler Place Family Resort, Vermont
A top-rated family-friendly resort in the U.S., Tyler Place Family Resort sits along 165 acres of private shore along Lake Champlain. Settle into one of the resort’s quaint cottages or suites and start making friends with your neighbors. The resort arranges for parents and kids to separate into age-appropriate groups in the mornings and evenings, with family time reserved for afternoons. Children can attend supervised camps to learn crafts, participate in outdoor sports, and meet other kids. Meanwhile, adults have plenty of options to bike, kayak, learn a new hobby, or simply relax. Guests tend to stay a full week at the resort and are encouraged to mix and mingle with other families.
Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach, The Bahamas
The all-inclusive Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach in Freeport is especially popular with families. It sits along the south shore of Grand Bahama Island and hosts a kid’s club that will keep the kids happy and having fun while you relax. There’s a special kids’ retreat, teenagers’ activity program, and mini-disco for the little ones, and parents can look forward to daily activities, unlimited cocktails, and yoga classes too. There are even trapeze classes right along the oceanfront, along with weekly live music and access to non-motorized water sports as well as the dive center. All stays include meals and snacks, with multiple on-site restaurants serving a variety of international cuisine, pizzas, pasta, and more.
Beaches Negril Resort & Spa, Jamaica
Set along stunning Seven Mile Beach, Beaches Negril Resort & Spa is a top family resort in Jamaica. It was perfectly designed for kids, featuring a water park, breakfast with Sesame Street characters, a teen hangout area, and a kids’ camp. There’s also self-serve ice cream, talent shows, a miniature golf course, and bonfires on the beach for the whole family. The property offers plenty of outdoor activities too, like snorkel trips, kayaking, and parasailing. Parents will especially appreciate the chance to relax in the on-site Red Lane Spa and enjoy access to the pristine white sands. There are plenty of dining options too, including sushi, Italian, and frozen yogurt options. The hotel was designed to accommodate any type of guest or group – large families may want to book the largest option, a three-bedroom that sleeps up to 12 guests.
Dream Sands Cancun Resort & Spa, Mexico
One of the top family-friendly all-inclusive hotels in Cancun, Dream Sands boasts an idyllic location in the Hotel Zone near a wide array of shops and eateries, yet it’s surrounded by the ocean on three sides. It has a number of private beach areas and a lagoon along with complimentary water sports too. Teens will like hanging out at the Core Zone which offers daily activities with a variety of sports and games as well as nightly entertainment. At night, disco mixers and weekly bonfires are hosted too. Kids can take advantage of the Explorer’s Club, which provides daily activities based around nature, science and exploration as well as a weekly camping adventure on the beach.
Vista Verde Ranch, Colorado
In Northern Colorado, Vista Verde Ranch is one of the best all-inclusive resorts in Colorado. This dude ranch in the mountains is located near Steamboat Springs and offers accommodation in lodge rooms and private cabins. It includes all meals and beverages along with a wide range of recreational activities like river rafting and horseback riding, fly-fishing, climbing, and mountain biking. Adults can enjoy adult-only candlelight dinners while kids get to take part in the fun “Dine and Dash,” a healthy but kid-friendly meal that’s followed by a treasure hunt, game of “Capture the Flag” or a hayride.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
One of the best kid-friendly hotels in Punta Cana, The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana is a massive hotel that hosts the largest casino in the Dominican Republic. A destination of its own, guests never really have to leave unless they want to. The all-inclusive property features multiple restaurants and bars, 13 pools, a lavish spa center and an 18-hole Nicklaus-designed golf course. There’s an on-site kids club that offers a variety of activities on a daily basis like Spanish lessons, cooking classes and face painting, and the older kids can enjoy the arcade room. The property also hosts a mini-golf course, a children’s pool with water slides and a lazy river. After a day at play, the rooms provide a spacious, comfortable place to return to with flat-screen televisions, mini-fridges and rock ‘n’ roll decor.
Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa, Dominican Republic
Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa is popular with families traveling with teenagers, offering a Core Zone Teens Club with planned events for kids. When your teen needs a break out of the sun, indoors there’s billiards, foosball, Xbox, Wii games, and PlayStation. Teens can also enjoy mingling with others their age at dances, around bonfires, and various other social events every night. Additional Core Zone activities here include a batting cage, a rock climbing wall, archery and pistol ranges, and a non-alcoholic drink and snack bar.
Terranea Resort, California
Families who need to escape the chaos of the city are sure to find the perfect retreat with a stay at the Terranea Resort. It sits across a 102-acre private peninsula in California, surrounded by the Pacific Ocean. Thanks to its Mediterranean vibe, the resort has served as a film setting for multiple TV shows and movies, like 2012’s ‘This is 40″ film, and it’s also quite family-friendly too. Just a few of the activities on offer include surfing at Redondo Beach, horseback riding, ocean kayaking, paddle boarding, and Friday Family Fun Night with s’mores around the fire. There is a wide range of accommodation options for families of all sizes, from suites, guestrooms, and bungalows to casitas and villas.
JA Palm Tree Court, Dubai
The JA Palm Tree Court seems as if it was designed specifically for families, who will have a host of amenities at their fingertips. The beautifully landscaped grounds come complete with a private beach area with water sports available, multiple restaurants and bars, swimming pools, and a golf course. The CoolZone and ChillZone were designed with kids and teens in mind, while horseback riding, an inflatable on-water obstacle course, and in-room Playstations can all be enjoyed too. The suites are massive, providing plenty of space for all, and come with all the modern comforts you need like flat-screen TVs, game consoles, and comfy king-sized beds.
Hyatt Ziva Cancun, Mexico
If you’re looking for exceptional service, a stunning white sandy beach with calm turquoise water for swimming, and a family-friendly atmosphere with lots for the kids to do, look no further than Hyatt Ziva Cancun. The KidZ Club for ages four through 12 has no limit on the number of hours they can take advantage of it, including planned activities like beach and pool time, arts and crafts, and video games. In the evening, they can enjoy dinner with kids their age while parents take advantage of the outstanding nightlife spots just steps away. There are beautiful infinity pools, multiple restaurants and bars, and Pasteles, a decadent candy shop, heaven for children and adults alike – and it’s all included in the room rates.
Grand Fiesta Americana Los Cabos All Inclusive Golf & Spa, Mexico
One of Cabo’s top all-inclusive resorts, the Grand Fiesta Americana Los Cabos All Inclusive Golf & Spa has a family-friendly atmosphere, located outside of the party zone. It also offers more budget-friendly rates making it easier for families to enjoy that quintessential Baja escape. The kids’ club offers art supplies, games, toys, and computers the younger ones can enjoy while parents relax at the SOMMA WineSPA which utilizes fine wines for revitalizing treatments. Or, sip cocktails around the pool. Of course, there are multiple pools for all ages, along with a golf course, multiple restaurants and bars, and a fully equipped sea-view gym.
Iberostar Rose Hall, Jamaica
Ideally located on the north beach in Montego Bay, this five-star luxury resort has something to offer all ages. There’s a water park with a lazy river, pools for the family, and a huge infinity pool with a swim-up bar and Caribbean views. The adults can enjoy the extensive spa with a beauty salon, hydrotherapy pool, Pilates studio, and juice bar as well as dance lessons, live entertainment, and a casino, while Star Camp provides organized games to keep the kids occupied. There are a variety of dining options sure to satisfy all as well as multiple bars, and lots of scheduled activities throughout the day, like aerobics on the beach.
Grand Velas Riviera Maya, Mexico
Located on a pristine, thousand-foot-long white sand beach, Grand Velas Riviera Maya is a great choice for the family with both a modern teens’ club and one for younger kids with daily activities. It offers everything from karaoke to arcade games, Wiis, treasure hunts, crafts, foosball, and kid-friendly menus at most restaurants. The whole family can enjoy snorkeling tours, kayak trips, and bike rides, along with gorgeous swimming pools. All non-motorized water sports are included and there are yoga, meditation, and Pilates classes too. Suites boast furnished terraces and luxe bathrooms with jetted tubs – some have ocean views and plunge pools.
Windjammer Landing, St. Lucia
While St. Lucia is popular among honeymooners, families who want plenty of space and privacy will love the villas at Windjammer Landing. Tucked into the mountainside with its own stretch of private beach, it offers spectacular views of the Caribbean with a feel as if you’re on your own private island getaway. While it may be tranquil, it’s set up like a village, almost looking like a Greek island from the distance, offering plenty for everyone to do, including teens who can enjoy bonfires, karaoke parties, coconut bowling, dance lessons, and more. There are six pools, two for kids, and an outstanding water sports program that covers everything, including diving, snorkeling, and sailing, multiple restaurants, and a spa. Accommodation is wide-ranging with everything from sea-view rooms to villas with full kitchens, four bedrooms, and private pools.
Brooks Lake Lodge & Spa, Wyoming
Brooks Lake Lodge & Spa is the perfect spot for families who want to enjoy outdoor adventure while surrounded by incredible scenery. Enjoy horseback riding, fishing, canoeing, hiking, and more during the warmer months, and winter sports when snow blankets the ground, including snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and ice fishing. If that’s not enough, Grand Teton National Park is just a 45-minute drive away. The meals aren’t your typical all-inclusive offerings either, with dinners a standout featuring appetizers and mains like seafood, beef, game, and poultry, as well as decadent desserts. Rooms all have free Wi-Fi while log cabins come with special perks like clawfoot tubs.
Denali Backcountry Lodge - Denali National Park, Alaska
It’s hard to beat Denali National Park for a wilderness adventure and Denali Backcountry Lodge sits at the end of Denali Park Road, the only one in the park. One of the most remote in the entire national park system, it’s also rare in that it’s one of its few all-inclusive with stays provided in cabins that include private decks for relaxing with a spectacular view a. A wide range of activities is on offer like fishing, gold panning, morning yoga, and guided hikes, while meals include dishes made with fresh, local cuisine.
Chula Vista Resort, Wisconsin
As a resort in the “Water Park Capital of the World,” Chula Vista is ideal for families. It’s a great place for family fun at an affordable cost with budget-friendly all-inclusive packages that provides access to a wealth of amenities. The highlight is its indoor and outdoor water parks that cover more than 200,000 square feet, but there’s also a mini-golf course for the kids and an 18-hole golf course for the parents as well as a children’s activity center and a spa. Everyone in the family will find something they enjoy dining on with eateries including everything from a chophouse to pizza and burgers. Accommodation is wide-ranging too, from rooms and suites to condos and vacation rentals.
Mohonk Mountain House, New York
The Catskills are fabulous for a family getaway for those who want to enjoy the great outdoors just 90 miles from New York City. Mohonk Mountain House is a Victorian castle-like property that sits on Lake Mohonk and has a kids club and a ton of activities available, including hiking, swimming, fishing, and sports programs, workshops focused on themes like the art of chocolate. In the winter you’ll be able to swim in the indoor pool, go snow tubing, ice skating, and snowshoeing. Three tasty meals a day, evening entertainment, and a wide range of accommodation are offered, with rooms as well as cottages with fireplaces and view balconies.
Small Hope Bay Lodge, Bahamas
Located on Andros, the largest of the Bahama islands and the least populated, families can enjoy what feels like a slice of their own island paradise without the high price tag by staying at Small Hope Bay Lodge. Located on a tranquil beach at the edge of the world’s third-largest barrier reef, it’s made up of beachfront cabins with one- and two-bedroom options providing plenty of space for all. As an all-inclusive, food and drinks are included along with water sports rentals, diving lessons, and even babysitting for kids ages two through seven.
