After a stressful year-plus, you deserve a vacation (and we mean a REAL vacation)—no meals to cook, no adventures to plan, no babysitters to find. These all-inclusive resorts for families know how to bring on the relaxation as they offer loads of dining opportunities, kids clubs with fun activities and excursions galore. Get one on your calendar and you’ll (finally) have something to look forward to!
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U.S.
Salmon Falls Resort | Ketchikan, Alaska
Conveniently located just 90 minutes from Seattle, Salmon Falls Resort has catered to discerning adventurous families for more than 30 years and offers thrilling Alaskan adventures paired with an authentic lodge-style resort experience. Ketchikan is located at the southernmost entrance to Alaska’s iconic Inside Passage and is best known as the “Salmon Capital of the World.” The popular guided and self-guided fishing excursions will be offered along with standouts including a floatplane fishing adventure, wildlife watching boat safari, ethical bear watching, eco-kayaking tours and more. Three meals per day, airport transfers, fishing gear, accommodations, and fish processing are all included in our rates. Rates start at $350 for standard rooms at $650 for luxury rooms.
Greenhorn Ranch | Quincy, CA
Just north of Tahoe, you’ll find the gorgeous, off-the-beaten path area of the Lost Sierras. Here you can really get away from it all and spend some time with your family among massive trees and native animals. Your stay at Greenhorn Ranch includes all your meals from taco night to the Saturday Night BBQ. If you are there on a night of their cookout, you can choose to take a trail or wagon ride to and from your meal.
What to do: At Greenhorn Ranch, cowboy culture takes center stage with horseback riding being one of the main activities on the Ranch. Adirondack chairs and hammocks dot the property and are the perfect spot for a relaxing afternoon. One of the biggest draws for kids is the pond that's just outside the saloon. Here little anglers can borrow a fishing rod and some worms to cast into the pond.
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Idaho Rocky Mountain Ranch | Stanley, ID
Mountains, streams, lakes and some of the nation’s most glorious scenery can be found at Idaho Rocky Mountain Ranch. Perfect for multi-generational family gatherings, the 900-acre ranch offers the opportunity to slow down, sit by the fire and play a game of cards with the Sawtooth Mountains in the distance.
What to do: The Ranch offers mountain bikes to borrow including a handful of kid-sized rides. There are loads of trails for hiking and a pond on the property where you can fly fish (catch and release only), try out stand-up paddle boarding or head out to see if you spot the resident beaver while on the pedalboat. You'll find a number of guided activities for guests including hiking, fly fishing clinics and yoga. You can also book a massage appointment.
We definitely recommend booking a half-day horseback ride with Pioneer Outfitters while at the Ranch. Their stables are located just across the street from the Ranch and their knowledgeable guides will take you on the trails so that you can get a bird’s-eye view of the valley. There’s nothing like seeing this gorgeous area on the back of a horse!
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Caribbean
While Villas | Turks and Caicos
White Villas in Turks and Caicos provides guests with the perfect combination of a private vacation villa, with all the services of an all-inclusive experience. Being family-owned, they understand the unique needs of families while on vacation and prioritize providing both a breathtaking setting and the necessary amenities (outdoor gym and movie theatre, vehicle rentals, private boating, chef services, and much more) for a fun and stress-free experience. Your family or extended family will love having their own private home base to return to after a day spent exploring.
Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda | Miches, Dominican Republic
The first and only operating resort in the undiscovered region of Miches, situated on 93 acres and a 2,000-ft stretch of untouched white sand beach, offers families the ultimate luxury tropical getaway. Multi-gen families, in particular, will enjoy a stay in La Perla, an exclusive area featuring 16 oceanfront family suites and four oceanfront penthouses with a rooftop terrace and multiple bedrooms, and access to a private family pool, family bar, and private cabanas.
Families can partake in the Club Med Amazing Family program, a fun-filled agenda of weekly activities for families to bond, or choose to fly solo—while kids enjoy customized activities at their respective kids’ club, adults can indulge in some R&R in the adults-only Zen Oasis area, the perfect tropical hideaway for rest, relaxation and wellness, ensuring total peace of mind. Guests can also enjoy unlimited refined culinary options and must-try family experiences like discovering a Secret Chocolate Room—a first-of-its-kind kid's speakeasy featuring unlimited sweets crafted with locally-sourced cocoa.
Hilton La Romana, an All-Inclusive Family Resort | Playa Bayahibe, Dominican Republic
Hilton La Romana, an All-Inclusive Family Resort is a beachfront all-inclusive resort located in the Dominican Republic and an ideal destination for families as it features a water park, multiple pools and live entertainment. During the day, guests can enjoy a variety of activities such as windsurfing, snorkeling and volleyball. The hotel features five restaurants, a fitness center, kids’ and teens’ clubs and a world-class spa.
What to Do: With spectacular, white-sand shoreline and breathtaking views, Hilton La Romana Resort & Water Park, Punta Cana, is an ideal destination to enjoy an endless array of family fun and relaxation. Featuring a brand-new water park where guests of all ages can challenge exhilarating slides—and surrounded by lush, tropical forest—this beachfront resort is perfect for a family getaway.
Divi & Tamarijn All-Inclusive | Aruba
Divi & Tamarijn All-Inclusive: The beachfront all-inclusive resorts are perfect for families with younger children, as kids under 12 stay, play, and eat for free. The Sea Turtles Club is a free activity center open for children age 4 to 12, where parents can leave their kids to play while they enjoy the rest of the resort. The Tamarijn Resort recently underwent a $5 million dollar renovation to expand and refresh its oceanfront rooms with added private balconies or patios and updated bathrooms.
Turtle Beach | Barbados
At Turtle Beach, kids can immerse themselves in local culture by becoming honorary Bajan. The resort offers a fun-filled course where kids can learn the local lingo and try their hand at cooking Bajan dishes. The whole family can also unwind together just like the locals do, with activities such as beach cricket, calypso dance lessons and dominos challenges. With excursions to discover the island’s gems, pastry-making demonstrations and authentically Bajan pop-up bars to relish local, authentic treats and snacks, there’s plenty to choose from to make lasting family memories together.
Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa | Montego Bay, Jamaica
Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa is an all-inclusive, beachfront Jamaica resort that offers world-class amenities perfect for the entire family, including a championship golf course, a private beach, a top-of-the-line spa, a waterpark and 7 upscale restaurants, bars, and grills. The rooms and suites capture the island feel with tropical-style features, spectacular views, private balconies and a laid-back sitting area. The offers a single all-inclusive program with only one service level for all guests, offering streamlined upscale service.
Mexico
Wyndham Alltra Cancun | Cancun, MX
This newly opened resort (April 2022) is the first all-inclusive offering thanks to a joint partnership between Wyndham Hotels & Playa Resorts. And with 13 on-site restaurants, 458-rooms, daily live entertainment and activities, and conveniently located within easy flying distance of both Los Angeles and New York, this all-inclusive is a no-brainer when it comes to a weekend getaway or a much longer stay.
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Sensira Resort & Spa Riviera Maya | Riviera Maya, MX
Opened January 2021, Sensira Resort & Spa Riviera Maya is set in the beautiful destination of Riviera Maya, an ocean-front resort offering all-inclusive service for every traveler. Guests can enjoy 13 restaurants and bars bringing together great food and lively ambiance to create the perfect setting for dining, drinking and socializing any time of day or night. Designed with families in mind, the “Sapphire” room category offers a separate living space for children with three-level bunk beds and their own television, while parents will enjoy a King bed (some offer an additional Queen) and minibar stocked with drinks and nutritious snacks.
The property also boasts designated areas with drop-off programs on-site such as the “Baby Explorer” (ages 1-3) with certified nannies, an Adventure Club (ages 4-7), and an Emoji center for teens complete with Xbox, climbing wall and zipline.
Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto | Loreto, Mexico
Located on the eastern coast of Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula, Loreto, Mexico has remained a hidden gem locale. Loreto is best known for its secluded, unspoiled setting on the Loreto Bay National Marine Park, A UNESCO World Heritage site. Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto overlooks the gorgeous Sea of Cortez, complete with four restaurants featuring fresh, local cuisine; 39,000 square foot Sabila Spa; and five sparkling pools. Guests can choose from an array of suites and penthouses, including options that can sleep up to 12 people.
Families can book the all-inclusive package, which includes everything they need for limitless fun, including access to a number of the resort’s facilities, a plethora of onsite activities including paddleboards and kayaks to explore the incredible underwater wildlife the destination is known for, and entrance to various theme nights hosted at the resort. Guests opting for the all-inclusive plan can also splurge on an unlimited selection of food and alcoholic beverages at the resort’s restaurants and bars.
Hilton Cancun, an All-Inclusive Resort | Cancun, Mexico
Scheduled to open later this year, the Hilton Cancun, an All-Inclusive Resort in Mexico will be a one-of-a-kind beachfront escape, featuring 715 stylish guest rooms offering stunning panoramic views. Situated on 100 acres of Mayan coastline, the resort will provide a secluded beachfront escape and welcome guests to relax on the beach, lounge at the pool complex, and experience curated adventures in local art, cuisine, and culture. The hotel will also offer 12 unique culinary experiences including 5 specialty restaurants, a sushi bar, a taqueria, 3 bars and an Ice Cream and Churro Shop with flavors the whole family will love.
Families will be able to enjoy the outdoor pool and lounge in the complimentary cabanas as well as exploring the entertainment areas. Hilton Cancun will also offer curated local adventures. Visit the local architectural sites for a cultural trip; experience a tropical zip lining adventure; enjoy a tour to the local “cenotes” (natural caves with underground rivers); or take a day trip to Isla Mujeres, known for its beaches, snorkeling and scuba diving.
Grand Solmar at Rancho San Lucas | Los Cabos, Mexico
Grand Solmar at Rancho San Lucas offers all-inclusive packages for families to stay in standard hotel rooms or multi-bedroom suites, all with full kitchens and overlooking a wild and pristine private beach where migrating whales pass. Guests can choose from the European plan or all-inclusive rates—the latter includes daily kids club, all meals, a culinary experience for the adults (tequila tasting, anyone?), and shuttle service to the six other sister resorts. But with the onsite twisting waterslide, adult and kids pools, swim-up pool bar—and did I mention the kids club with movies nights and pinata making?—guests will be hard-pressed to pull themselves away from this experiences-rich all-inclusive beach resort.
—Kate Loweth
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