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Embrace Family Paradise at the Top Riviera Maya Resorts

Unveiling Unforgettable Moments for Kids and Parents in 2024



Riviera Maya family resorts are some of the best places to have a Mexico family vacation. The Riviera Maya is the corridor stretching from Playa Del Carmen to Tulum and beyond.


Tulum boasts fascinating Mayan ruins over looking the sea while Playa Del Carmen is a more lively town. Playa Del Carmen family vacations will include lots of exciting family activities such as eco parks, playing with monkeys, swimming with dolphins and more. Excellent beaches and lots of all inclusive family resorts are found here.



The Best Hotels For Kids


Dreams Riviera

Dreams Riviera

Carretera Federal 307, Hotel Website

Dreams Riviera has got resort life right! This is a luxury all inclusive hotel that has thought of everything! Parents are given a pager while the kids are at the kid's club so they can enjoy a cocktail at the bar. Green fees are included at one of the local golf courses that overlooks the Caribbean sea. The rooms are octagonal shaped and include luxury amenities, balcony or terrace, minibar and 24 hour room service.

Kids Will Love:

  • Kid's club for ages 3-12 offers starlit movies on the beach, treasure hunts and weekly camp outs.
  • Ocean trampolines and Euro bungee for the big kids
  • Swim with the dolphins at their sister resort in Cancun (fee).

Fits a family of:

  • Family of 4 in 2 double beds


Playacar Palace

Playacar Palace

Bahia del Espiritu Santo, Hotel Website

This all inclusive hotel has a swim up bar in the main pool. There is a selection of restaurants to choose from. Transportation, drinks and food are included at the beautiful Maroma Beach Club during your stay.

Kids will Love:

  • Kids club for ages 4-12
  • Children's pool
  • Older kids can participate in the daily activities around the pool and the scuba diving demo!

Fits a family of:

  • Rooms can accommodate a family of 4 and they have a double jacuzzi.


Sandos Playacar

Sandos Playacar

Paseo Xaman-Ha, Hotel Website

The beach is shallow and calm and there are 7 pools here-one for each day! This is one of the lovely all inclusive Riviera Maya family resorts with plenty of activities.

Kids will Love:

  • Baby club (ages 2-3)
  • Kids club (ages 4-12) The kids will be well looked after with fun activities such as face painting, sand castle building and arts and crafts
  • Teen club (13-17). .
  • Family friendly activities to join in such as water basketball, bicycle tours and nightly entertainment.

Fits a family of:

  • Suites can accommodate 2 adults and 3 children 12 and under.

More Riviera Maya Family Resorts

Colonial Barcelo Resort

Colonial Barcelo Resort

Carretera Chetumal-Puerto Juarez Km 266.3

The Colonial Barcelo is part of a collection of 4 resorts where you can stay at one and play at some of the others. It is surely a fantastic choice among the other Riviera Maya family resorts!

Kids will Love:

  • Kids clubs for ages 4-12 with lots to keep them busy such as dance classes, mini discos and beach games.
  • Buffets have children's bars with all their favorites such as mini hamburgers, spaghetti and chicken nuggets!
  • Teen club for the older ones with lots of organized activities throughout the day and evening.

Fits a family of:

  • Maximum occupancy is 4 per room.

Caribe Barcelo Resort

Caribe Barcelo Resort

Carretera Chetumal-Puerto Juarez Km 266.3

Caribe Barcelo is also part of the 4 Riviera Maya family resorts. You can use the facilities at the Colonial when you stay here.

For the Kids:

  • Kids club for ages 4-12 with lots of toys, games and activities.
  • Live nightly shows and lots of fun games and friendly competitions during the day.
  • Buffet restaurants with their own section complete with finger foods.

Fits a family of:

  • Quad family rooms.

Iberostar Paraiso Beach

Iberostar Paraiso Beach

Carrt. Chetumal - Pto. Juarez km. 309

Iberostar is and all inclusive family friendly hotel . The rooms have balconies or patios and a minifridge. The hotel is designed with a lovely Mexican theme.

Kids will Love

  • Kids club for ages 4-12. They can watch movies, do arts and crafts and join in the games.
  • Teenagers can hang out with their new friends at the Teen Club.

Fits a family of:

  • Rooms can accommodate a maximum of 2 children (12 and under).

So what did you think about our top Riviera Maya family resorts?


 
 

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