The 18 Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Mexico [2024]

Mexico is the perfect destination for families. It’s easily accessible via a short flight from most destinations around the U.S. and has a variety of landscapes and activities ideal for every member of the family.

While Cancún and the Riviera Maya, as well as other beach destinations like Los Cabos, come to mind, there are other areas of Mexico where you can find hotels that welcome families. These are the top 18 family-friendly hotels in Mexico.

Cancún and the Riviera Maya

This area is home to some of the top-rated, family-friendly resorts in Mexico. From all-inclusive hotels with on-site water parks to tropical, kid-centric resorts, traveling with your family to this region of eastern Mexico is a dream.

1. Grand Velas Riviera Maya

The suites at the Grand Velas Riviera Maya come with sitting areas so the whole family can hang out together. The beachfront, all-inclusive hotel has a kids club and teens club for the young ones (plus a baby concierge) and beach games for the whole family to play. Families can also use bikes to ride around the resort, and if parents need alone time, they can enjoy the invigorating hydrotherapy circuit at the spa.

All-inclusive rates start at $800 per night for a family of 4.

Hot Tip:

Mexico is an amazing family destination, but do know that the country is huge. Make sure to always check the U.S. Department of State for any travel advisories, as certain areas are safer than others.

2. Paradisus Playa del Carmen

Paradisus Playa del Carmen is a massive Melia resort that’s just a 15-minute drive from Xcaret Park, a family-friendly theme park home to cultural activities and natural wildlife. This hotel has a dedicated family concierge that can organize activities for everyone in your group and ensure that everyone has everything they need to have a fantastic stay. The resort features a kids club, waterpark, splash area, and adult-oriented activities like private yoga classes and in-pool water loungers.

All-inclusive rates start at $500 per night for a family of 4.

3. Moon Palace The Grand

Many of Moon Palace The Grand‘s all-inclusive packages have free stays for kids and teens (along with complimentary airport transfers and a bottle of wine or spa credits for the adults). The resort features a water park with splash pads, slides, a wave pool, a lazy river, and a surf wave simulator, as well as a 27-hole golf course, a playroom for children 4 and over, a bowling alley, an arcade, and the Dreamery, a collection of kids spaces and activities that includes things like a kids-themed circus restaurant and a princess dress-up experience.

All-inclusive rates start at $766 per night for a family of 4.

4. Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort

The all-inclusive program at Dreams Playa Mujeres includes family-friendly activities like kayaking and snorkeling, with a large children’s pool and splash pad. But the best part of this particular hotel is that the kids club starts at age 3 (instead of 4, like many of its neighboring hotels), meaning younger kids can join in on the fun and their parents can get a brief break. Teens can enjoy nonalcoholic beverages at the Zone, a bar just for teens.

All-inclusive rates start at $714 per night for a family of 4 or 25,000 World of Hyatt points (it’s an Award Category D property) per night based on double occupancy.

5. Villa Flamingos Holbox

The car-free island of Holbox isn’t known for being the most family-friendly destination in Mexico, but if you do head there with children, you can have a relaxing and off-the-radar vacation at Villa Flamingos Holbox. Best for families looking for a more off-the-beaten-path and adventurous type of vacation, the Bungalows Arena is best for families, with a funky private indoor pool, hammocks, and 2 queen-sized beds just 22 yards from the sea.

Rates start at $400 per night for a family of 4.

6. Royalton Splash Riviera Cancún, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

If staying at a hotel home to one of the largest water parks in the Caribbean and what feels like endless pools is not enough, the all-inclusive Royalton Splash Riviera Cancún also has family-friendly amenities like a bowling alley, laser tag, and a jump zone with trampolines and a ball pit. Some rooms have oceanfront terraces, while others are swim-out, and there’s also a kids club.

All-inclusive rates start at $600 per night for a family of 4.

7. Mia Reef Isla Mujeres

Families will love the shallow waters and white sands that surround Mia Reef, which is on its own private island just off Islas Mujeres. The all-inclusive hotel doesn’t have as many kid-free amenities as some other nearby properties, but if your kids simply love the beach, then this is the place to be. Kids from newborn to 2 also stay for free here, while kids 3 to 11 have special rates. Families can also explore the on-site Tern Sanctuary, a refuge for wildlife, including the protected tern bird species.

All-inclusive rates start at $397 per night for a family of 4.

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8. Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya

If you still want an all-inclusive megaresort but prefer to stay away from the busier Cancún area, opt for the Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort. The hotel has more than 700 rooms, and for those who have kids with picky palates, there are 13 different restaurants to choose from, including an all-day buffet. There’s also a teens club, kids club, splash zone, and cinema for the younger members of the family.

All-inclusive rates start at $450 or 100,000 Hilton Honors points per night for a family of 4.

Hot Tip:

Hotels with waterparks can be excellent places to take the family, especially if you have young kids. These are the best all-inclusive family resorts in Cancún that have water parks.

Oaxaca

If large resorts aren’t your style, that’s OK. Oaxaca’s incredible cuisine, rich cultural attractions, and lively local life is also ideal for families. Both the city of Oaxaca and the surrounding state have much to offer families looking to experience the real Mexican way of life.

1. NaNa Vida Hotel Boutique

Families will love the bright, bold colors that cover the NaNa Vida Hotel Boutique, a space dedicated to Oaxacan art and culture. The hotel is in the heart of Oaxaca City, near lots of museums and the Santo Domingo Convent. There’s original artwork in each room and throughout the hotel, and rooms surround a charming courtyard perfect for relaxing and dining. The hotel can help you book whatever family-friendly activities you’d like — things like tours of the area, kids yoga, and cooking classes.

Rates start at $166 per night for a family of 4.

2. Las Brisas Huatulco

For a more traditional resort-style hotel on the stunning and underrated beaches of Huatulco in Oaxaca, stay at Las Brisas Huatulco. The resort has not 1 but 4 beaches, a kids club for ages 4 to 12, tennis courts, a fitness center with activities, and an adults-only pool for the parents. There’s also a play area and pool space for the little ones.

Rates start at $214 per night for a family of 4.

Los Cabos and West Coast

Although Los Cabos’ large Pacific waves aren’t as safe for small children, there are many luxury resorts that offer plenty of amenities that families can enjoy. If you live on the western side of the U.S. or simply want a sophisticated, upscale getaway, head to these family-friendly resorts on the western side of Mexico.

1. Esperanza, Auberge Resorts Collection, Los Cabos

The only private beach resort in Los Cabos, a trip to Esperanza feels wild and pristine yet upscale, as the resort offers everything you need for the perfect family vacation. Stay in a standalone hacienda or directly on the silky sands with spacious accommodations that fit any size family; some come with private plunge pools. The Tortugitas Club is for kids 5 to 11, whereas teens 12 to 17 can join special teen bike tours or basketball games or hang out at La Cueva, a game room with Xbox and foosball. The hotel also has special kids food menus and offers amenities like baby monitors.

All-inclusive room rates start at $2,000 per night for a family of 4 for a 2-bedroom garden villa with a pool.

2. Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos

It’s no secret that Hyatt Ziva all-inclusive resorts are designed with families in mind. But the Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos takes the cake, with spacious guest rooms and a kids club that’s well-suited for the younger ones, as it includes a small water park with 5 slides, a playground, and a kiddie pool area. There’s also kid-friendly entertainment and a teens club, and you may just spot a whale in the water from the beach.

All-inclusive rates start around $600 for a family of 4 or 35,000 World of Hyatt points (points rates are for 2, though you may have to fork over additional points or money for each child, depending on their age).

Hot Tip:

The Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos is a favorite with the Upgraded Points team. Senior Contributor and News Editor Katie Seemann reviewed the Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos, saying that her daughter loved taking a pony on the hotel’s beach and was able to test out her skills on the grill at the hibachi restaurant, which was a blast.

3. Playa Viva Zihuantejo

There’s nothing kids love more than treehouses, and this boutique, all-inclusive, luxury eco-resort in Zihuantejo has treehouse rooms, as well as nature-inspired casitas and bungalows. Children under 5 stay free, and families can tour the on-site farm where the resort grows much of its food, as well as visit the baby sea turtle sanctuary, La Tortuga Viva, and even release the baby turtles. Playa Viva also has its own yoga shala with daily classes, and you can book private classes for kids or groups.

Rooms start at $690 per night based on 4-person, all-inclusive occupancy.

4. One&Only Mandarina 

The One&Only Mandarina‘s clifftop villas and luxury treehouses are spacious and upscale, set above the crashing waves along the Riviera Nayarit. But what makes this hotel special is the kids club, which isn’t your typical child-centric space. For starters, it’s a whopping 42,000 square feet, home to 50 different tree species and a resident butterfly population. There’s also a OneTribe teen program featuring indoor and outdoor activities apt for those 12 to 18. From obstacle courses, wildlife bingo, and scavenger hunts for the little ones to things like horseback riding and zip-lining, every member of the family can connect with nature and have fun.

Villa rates for 4 start at around $1,000 per night (including breakfast for 2).

5. Conrad Punta Mita

The little ones will feel right at home at the Conrad Punta Mita, especially when dining, thanks to the kids menus at every single restaurant. And Paleta Grill even has special child-sized tables and chairs. There’s also a kiddie splash pad, 2 miles of welcoming, sandy beachfront, a family game room with foosball and air hockey, and the Turi Kids Club, where children can participate in activities that bring in the local culture and surroundings. Whale watching is another popular family-friendly activity at this resort.

Room rates for 4 start at $557 or 95,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

Hot Tip:

If you’re considering a Hilton stay, get a Hilton co-brand credit card. It’s best to compare the benefits of the various Amex Hilton Honors cards to see which one is the best fit for you, but if you don’t mind paying a larger annual fee of $550 (rates & fees), you might consider getting the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card.* It comes with perks like a free night award on your cardmember anniversary and complimentary Hilton Diamond elite status, among others.

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Other Regions of Mexico

Mexico is a huge country that’s home to 31 different states well beyond the most well-known ones that tourists tend to visit, like Quintana Roo, Nayarit, and Baja California Sur. These are family-friendly resorts and hotels in Mexico that you might want to stay at if you want to get off the beaten path or explore less-visited regions of the country.

1. Rosewood San Miguel de Allende

Kids and teens will love the colonial and colorful ambiance of the Rosewood San Miguel de Allende. With hidden spaces like floral courtyards and arched hallways, everyone can explore this beautiful property. Some rooms and suites have cozy, furnished terraces perfect for relaxing, and the residences have up to 4 bedrooms for large families. There’s a pool and lots of grass in the garden where kids can run around and play, and even a family pool great for kids. The Rosewood Explorer’s Club has lots of activities for children, like pinata-making and face painting.

Rates for a family of 4 start at around $1,000 per night.

2. Camino Real Polanco México

The bold colors and happy vibes of Camino Real Polanco México will match the energy and excitement of your little ones, especially when they see the huge swimming pool this hotel features. Mexico City is large and busy and not always a top choice for families, but what you should know is that picking a family hotel in the Mexican capital is all about location. This particular property is across the street from the enormous park Bosque de Chapultepec, which is also home to the Chapultepec Zoo and Chapultepec Castle.

Prices for a family of 4 start at $233 per night.

3. Rancho las Cascades

Enjoy a family-friendly, all-inclusive boutique ranch retreat in central Mexico at Rancho de las Cascadas. This is the perfect spot for families that want to participate in the ranch’s equestrian programs, which are appropriate for beginner to advanced riders. Families can also take cooking classes and workshops, dip into the large pool, play billiards or darts, do yoga, or enjoy excursions. Stay in the regular rooms or the casitas, which are larger and have separate living spaces.

Prices for a family of 4 that include meals and activities start around $2,000 per night.

Final Thoughts

Mexico is a family-friendly destination that’s easily accessible for travelers coming from the U.S. And the hotels on this list have something fun for everyone, from all-inclusive luxury beach resorts to far-flung dude ranches and city hotels. Whether you want to hit up the Riviera Maya, Los Cabos, CDMX, or beyond, you’ll find a resort or hotel perfect for you in Mexico.