Coolest Kids Clubs

Childcare that’s included and providers that can be trusted? That’s a treat parents may not even be able to get at home! These are the brands and properties you’ll definitely want to consider if you want to fully relax, knowing that the kids are safe, entertained, and tuckered out just enough for everyone to sleep tight.

Generations Riviera Maya,
a Spa Resort by Karisma
Cancun/Riviera Maya, Mexico

When the promise is Gourmet Inclusive®, it’s a given that a kids cooking component is included. And with a name like Generations, the children’s club is far from an afterthought.

The Ritz — Carlton

When a fun treasure hunt ends in education and an early awareness of environmental responsibility, the rewards are definitely priceless.

Luxury doesn’t have to be an acquired taste—you can start young with unique Ritz Kids programs at The Ritz–Carlton, Aruba; The Ritz–Carlton, Cancun; The Ritz–Carlton, Grand Cayman; The Ritz–Carlton, San Juan; The Ritz–Carlton, St. Thomas; and Dorado Beach, a Ritz–Carlton Reserve! Ritz Kids encourages children ages 4 – 12 find the answers to favorite questions, such as “how?” and “why?” with the help of Jean–Michel Cousteau’s Ocean Futures Society, based on the pillars of water, land, environmental responsibility, and culture, to enlighten their younger minds and lights up their faces. Guests are also invited to enrich their travel experience with our Jean–Michel Cousteau Ambassadors of the Environment programs at The Ritz–Carlton, Grand Cayman; The Ritz–Carlton, St. Thomas or Dorado Beach, a Ritz–Carlton Reserve for interactive, fun and educational programs for children and adults based on each resort’s natural environment.

Atlantis, Paradise Island
Nassau, Bahamas

When there are 141 acres of water park, nine slides, and 14 lagoons to explore, the entire resort can be considered a kids club.

There’s a whole world under the sea, where 250 species of denizens go about their day spreading delight for kids of all ages at Atlantis, Paradise Island, an ultimate aquatic paradise. But if 14 lagoons and 141 acres of slides and rides aren’t enough, this resort also offers the fully–hosted, LEGO®–partnered Atlantis Kids Adventures; a Sea Squirts program just for kids ages 3 – 6; Junior Ultimate Trainer for a Day; and all kinds of amazing children’s workshops and events.

Riu Jalisco
Riviera Nayarit, Mexico

Kids and Calú go together like sun and fun at the RIU Hotels & Resorts. A dynamic entertainment program that changes each day will have them begging to stay even longer.

Kids ages 4 – 12 find a new best friend at RiuLands across Mexico and the Caribbean, including Riu Jalisco—Calú! A character exclusive to this resort brand, this friendly dancing sea turtle is only one of the features of a program that teaches values such as cultural diversity and care for the environment. A full roster of entertainment programs for children runs alongside the non–stop action of pool slides, water games and competitions, outdoor recreational areas, and indoor play areas.

The Breakers Palm Beach
Palm Beach, Florida

Camp Breakers keeps everyone happy during a family vacation to Palm Beach. Kids enjoy exciting activities, day or night, allowing parents quiet time together.

You can still have dinner for two on a vacation for all at The Breakers Palm Beach. Kids ages 3–12 can eat and play together while the grown–ups enjoy the quality time and sunsets they came to Florida for. During the day, campers can ride the wave of outrageous fun as they enjoy their own vacation time to be active, explore their surrounding and make new friends. Special golf and tennis camps, available during select times of the year, provide comprehensive instruction in a fun and positive learning environment. Let your imagination run free in their 6,160–square–foot Family Entertainment Center featuring an arcade, video games, bicycle rentals, outdoor sports court, and playground sure to excite guests of all ages.

Hyatt Resorts in Hawaii
Hawaii, U.S.A

Three islands, one exciting camp program for keiki. Camp Hyatt in Kauai, Oahu, and Maui aims to share Aloha - and have fun too.

Looking to add a bit of culture to your kids’ stays in our most exotic state? Camp Hyatt is all about that, featuring fun and interactive programs that dive into the flora, fauna, culture, and geography of the Islands with games and activities. Sand castle–building, lei–making, and hula lessons are only the start; add on a visit to the aquarium or zoo at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa, interactions with resident parrots in Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa, or fishing on the private stream at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa.

Now Resorts & Spas
Cancun/Puerto Vallarta, Mexico & Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

What better time than now and what better place than Now Resorts & Spas with young ones in tow?

Part of what Unlimited–Luxury® means at Now Larimar Punta Cana, Now Amber Puerto Vallarta, Now Jade Riviera Cancun, and Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun is the opportunity to let go. That’s why all parents of Explorer’s Club for kids guests are provided with a pager or cell phone while those aged 3 – 12 have the time of their lives under the watchful eyes of Red Cross–certified staff. The supervised Core Zone Teens Club keeps the fun going into the next stage of their lives, with pool games, evening bonfires, disco mixers, and more.

Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort
Cancun, Mexico

The Playroom? More like “play palace!” Expansive digs meet activities that can include cookie baking, beach camping, masquerade nights, Mini Olympics, sea turtle release, and more.

Princes and princesses need their own rooms in any proper palace, and the Moon Palace is no exception. The new 11–room kids club, The Playroom, features various game rooms, iPlayrooms for toddlers, a beauty salon and mini runway for developing divas, an impressive dollhouse, kitchen, Xbox room, toy room, arcade, two playgrounds, and a theater with seating and concessions, all besides a list of activities as long as a royal scroll.

Paradisus Playa del
Carmen La Esmeralda
Riviera Maya, Mexico

A Family Concierge Experience is posh for tots with special amenities and activities to add to a great kids club on site.

From start to finish, this resort has it figured out. A private family check–in streamlines settling in, immediately providing a welcome distraction for the kids in the form of an included beach kits with toys, a hat, T–shirt, bag, and more while you get all the details of your stay. A private seasonal à la carte breakfast is available seasonally in this category, as well as preferential reservations at specialty restaurants, an exclusive lounge with computers and TV, exclusive family activities and sports, plus the assistance of a Family Concierge until evening fall and the use of walkie–talkies to stay connected. Another perk EVERY family member will love? Turndown service with milk and cookies.

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