These family-friendly, all-inclusive resorts offer childcare options for babies and toddlers, including climate-controlled nurseries and zero-entry wading pools
Whether you’re looking for highly-trained and screened nanny services or a baby club with dedicated childcare specialists, we’ve found a handful of all-inclusive, family-friendly resorts with something for everyone, including babies and toddlers. Jet off to Mexico, the Caribbean, or Fiji and the ultimate in family relaxation is waiting for you on arrival.
Beaches, Turks and Caicos
Pack up your family and head to this resort with childcare options from infant to teen and everything in between. Whether you need climate-controlled nurseries or a teen-friendly nightclub with karaoke, Beaches has it all. And if your family vacation crew includes children with special needs, then the all-inclusive Beaches Resort is a fantastic option. The certified nannies complete the rigorous International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) Training and Autism Certification. In addition, the Kids Camps and childcare specialists are proud to offer families with children with autism and other special needs specialized services, engaging activities, and custom dining options so that all families may enjoy a memorable time together.
Franklyn D. Resort and Spa, Jamaica
The all-inclusive Franklyn D. Resort and Spa offers exclusive nanny service when you genuinely need a vacation. Every family has a dedicated vacation nanny upon arrival, and she stays exclusively with your family during your getaway. You’re free to explore daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. while your kids safely enjoy an all-inclusive beachfront vacation filled with fun activities. Your tweens and teens can not only enjoy kayaking, snorkeling, pizza, and jewelry making, but they can also give back in a big way. The Resort offers community outreach programs to support the local economy as it builds back from the pandemic.
Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda, Dominican Republic
If you don’t know the wonder of Baby Club Med, you are really missing out. Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda offers care for infants from 4-23 months old that you can book in advance. The littlest guests will get to participate in sensory activities, play with musical toys, and get lots of fresh air with walks around the property. Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda also offers Petit Club Med and Mini Club Med for older children where trained early childhood caregivers provide age-appropriate activities.
Fairmont Mayakoba, Playa del Carmen
Just 30 miles from the Cancun International Airport, the Fairmont Mayakoba is the perfect family-friendly Caribbean vacation destination. Whether you’re looking to explore the Great Mayan Reef or pull up a poolside chair, this all-inclusive family resort offers a little bit of everything, including childcare. So while your older kids are off vacationing at the complimentary Kids’ Club or all-day Adventure Camp, your little ones also have a place to play. Stop by the desk during Kids’ Club drop-off to arrange for onsite babysitting service. The Resort’s babysitters are qualified and provide a current police security background screening. This allows parents to explore the 93 lush acres and enjoy activities like yoga in the treetop palapa.
Grand Fiesta Americana, Cancun
Catch beautiful views of the bay of Isla Mujeres, or curl up for a Pixar family movie night at the all-inclusive Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach. This waterfront resort offers sun, sand, and flexible cancellations. In addition, the Coral Kidz Club offers childcare and tons of fun for children ages 3-12. The fully supervised area has a place for fashion shows, video games, cooking classes, beach games, and much more. Older kids will enjoy water polo, sub-yoga, and a friendly game of pool.
Seadust Family Cancun Resort, Cancun
Turn the meal planning over to the chefs from one of this all-inclusive resort’s ten delicious and diverse restaurants. At the same time, you will enjoy numerous fun-filled activities and relax in the spacious and renovated family-friendly suites. Seasdust Family Cancun Resort’s Baby Club offers age-appropriate toys, cribs, and everything else necessary to keep your little ones (18 months to 4 years 11 months) entertained and safe during your vacation. In addition, the resort provides private babysitters for $20 per hour and fun activities such as a baby pool, magic storytime, water gymnastics, and coloring time.
Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort, Fiji
The goal of the Bula Club at the all-inclusive Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort is to expand children’s horizons and help them better understand and appreciate the world around them while learning how they can conserve and protect it. In addition, they’ll love the wide-ranging program of fun daily activities while they learn about Fijian culture. Each child under five is assigned a dedicated nanny for their stay, and kids ages 6 to 12 can join the Junior Chef’s Program. They get to visit the resort’s organic garden to harvest produce and assist in preparing and delivering either lunch or dinner for the day. The resort’s childcare programs are designed to give your family a fun, safe, educational experience they’ll always remember.
Meliá Caribe Beach Resort, Punta Cana
Head to the Dominican Republic to enjoy the gorgeous tropical gardens and the white sand of Bavaro Beach at Meliá Caribe Beach Resort. On the tropical side of the all-inclusive resort complex, the Flinstone Kids Club has three levels for different age groups, with the Baby Rock Club inviting little ones ages four months to 4 years old to enjoy vacation fun. Little ones can participate in fun activities like arts and crafts, fantasy make-up, imaginative games, costumes, music workshops, and even more fun.
Grand Palladium Colonial Resort & Spa, Riviera Maya
A short drive from Playa del Carmen and Tulum, this family-friendly all-inclusive resort is the perfect vacation spot for little travelers. Grand Palladium Colonial Resort & Spa offers childcare for toddlers to teens, and children ages 1 to 4 will love the indoor and outdoor play area supervised by trained childcare specialists. Some resort rooms are a good distance from the beach, but they offer a complimentary shuttle service to take you where you want to go.
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
The island is nature’s paradise for an all-inclusive family vacation, and the resort’s dedicated playground is the largest in South Asia. It’s the size of six tennis courts. Little ones visiting Soneva Fushi will love the shallow swimming pools, giant pirate ship, and giant musical piano keys built into the floor. Children under the age of 4 are welcome to visit with a parent or dedicated resort babysitter ($25+ per hour). Tweens and teens will enjoy Senova Academy, where they can explore the night sky or search for sunken ships. Also, this family-friendly resort is known for creating unforgettable holiday season memories.
