19 Top-Rated All-Inclusive Family Resorts in the Caribbean

All-inclusive resorts are a great option for families, offering far more than just a place to stay. The best all-inclusives provide the perfect setting for a relaxing vacation that’s free of unexpected expenses and filled with ways to stay entertained — not to mention unlimited meals, snacks, and smoothies that will keep your whole group happy (yes, even the tweens and teens).

The Caribbean is home to some of the best all-inclusive family resorts in the world, and you’ll quickly notice that the Dominican Republic is home to more than a few of the resorts on our list. The seaside towns of Puerto Plata and Punta Cana are the country’s best-known family resort destinations, having gained a well-earned reputation for offering outstanding amenities and things to do.

Many parents, especially those with younger children, seek out resorts that include all-day childcare programs so that they can get some well-earned R&R and quality alone time, like Beaches Turks & Caicos or Spice Island Beach Resort in Grenada. Other families look for places that offer a wide range of activities that the whole group can do together, and most ultimately want a combination of the two.

Find a great place to stay on your next vacation with our list of the top Caribbean all-inclusive family resorts.

1. Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages and Spa

Accommodation: Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages and Spa

The massive resort complex at Beaches Turks & Caicos is located in Grace Bay in Turks & Caicos, laid out in small themed villages, which include private seaside villas and family suites.

The resort’s most impressive feature is the 45,000-square-foot Pirates Island Water Park, a large all-ages park that has plenty of ways to cool off, like eight waterslides and a surfing simulator, as well as a swim-up smoothie bar, a games room, and a limitless supply of food at the nostalgic 50s-style diner. In addition to the park, there are six pools throughout the property and, of course, a lovely stretch of beach.

Younger kids will be thrilled by the Sesame Street characters, who they can interact with and learn from, with a long menu of activities, including a science fair with Grover, story time with Elmo, and learning about repurposing from Oscar the Grouch.

Supervised childcare and activity programs are available for children of all ages and include age-appropriate activities and even staff trained to care for special needs children. Babysitting is also available in the evenings, so parents can have a special night out. Family activities include the Xbox game room; Voilá theater, with live performances; and an extensive scuba diving program.

Location: Lower Bight Road, TKCA 1ZZ Providenciales, Turks & Caicos

2. Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Accommodation: Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana

If your kids devote screen time to Nickelodeon network TV shows, then they’ll love this place, which is among the very best family resorts the Dominican Republic has to offer.

The all-inclusive property is definitely family-focused, and there is so much to keep little ones busy. Start the day with a “Pajama Jam” character breakfast before moving on to the Nick-themed water park. It has a lazy river, splash zone, and even daily beach parties designed for kids.

Right on a pretty stretch of white-sand beach, it offers a large variety of rooms and suites. The swim-up suites with direct access to the main pool are always popular. The Pineapple Villa suites are the most luxe on-site and have loft-style digs for children plus a master bedroom for parents. They also offer access to a designated VIP pool and butler service.

If parents need some alone time, drop the kids at the supervised kids’ club and book a treatment at the spa or play a game of tennis on the resort’s courts. Other amenities include multiple dining options and nightly entertainment.

Location: Carretera Uvero Alto Parcela, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

3. Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica

Accommodation: Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica

Set behind gorgeous Runaway Bay’s white-sand beach, the Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica is a luxe all-inclusive that is a top choice for families. The resort boasts three lake-style swimming pools, with two separate areas for children to splash around in. There is also a supervised kids’ club on-site. If parents need a night off, babysitting can be arranged for an extra fee.

Bahia Principe is a large resort with more than 800 rooms in four different categories. The ocean-view junior suites are the poshest, but all are modern and comfortable with pillow-top mattresses and Jacuzzi tubs in bathrooms.

There are seven restaurant choices, including five serving a la carte meals and two offering large buffets. Amenities include two tennis courts, a gym, a volleyball court, and an activity center where water sports can be booked.

Location: Salt Coopers, Runaway Bay, Jamaica

4. Barcelo Aruba

Accommodation: Barcelo Aruba

With a desert climate and sunshine pretty much year-round, as well as near-constant trade wind breezes that keep it from getting blazingly hot, Aruba is a great family-friendly vacation destination in the far south of the Caribbean.

On gorgeous Palm Beach, Barcelo Aruba is a luxury all-inclusive that welcomes families. There is a supervised kids’ club on-site for four- to 12-year-old children.

The rooms and suites are also spacious. Each has a private furnished balcony. Amenities include a lagoon-style swimming pool and two hot tubs. There are also tennis courts and a gym.

When it comes time to dine, choose from seven restaurants serving up everything from Tex-Mex to Italian. The buffet restaurant is popular with families, as it has lots of options for picky or indecisive little eaters.

Location: J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 83, Noord, Palm – Eagle Beach, Aruba

5. Royalton Bavaro Resort & Spa, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Accommodation: Royalton Bavaro Resort & Spa

This five-star all-inclusive offers surprisingly affordable rates and a wide variety of activities geared to all age groups. Teens, ages 13 to 17, have a designated teens club, which is supervised but unstructured, leaving them free to socialize and play games, from ping pong and billiards to PlayStation. Teens are also welcome to participate in a variety of cultural and fitness classes alongside adults.

Kids ages four to 12 are welcome to participate in the Summer Camp program, which includes nature hikes, games, music, arts and crafts, and cooking, as well as plenty of time in the water. Babysitting is also available for younger children, so that the adults can get some R&R at the on-site spa or play a round of golf. There are also plenty of activities for the whole family to enjoy together, from water play to sports like mini-golf and beach volleyball.

In addition to a gorgeous private beach, guests can enjoy multiple pools, a lazy river, the FlowRider surfing wave pool, and a splash park.

Guest rooms have a full suite of amenities, including a secure waterproof bracelet-style keycard that can be used for room access, as well as any resort purchases at the gift shop, spa, or other pay-for-service areas.

Location: Highway Macao Playa Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

6. Spice Island Beach Resort, Grenada

Accommodation: Spice Island Beach Resort

Although this five-star luxury resort is priced at a premium, guests do get what they pay for at the Spice Island Beach Resort in Grenada. While the adults are playing a round of golf, unlimited play included, of course, kids ages three to 12 are well taken care of in the Nutmeg Pod, the resort’s day camp.

This fully supervised program has a focus on creativity, and every child who comes here gets to leave their mark — literally — with a paint handprint on the wall. In addition to golf, and of course beautiful pools, the resort has recreational facilities like lit tennis courts and water sports programs including scuba diving.

Location: Grand Anse Beach, Grand Anse, Grenada

7. Falcon’s Resorts by Melia All Suites – Punta Cana

Accommodation: Falcon’s Resorts by Melia All Suites – Punta Cana

Falcon’s Resort is one of four Melia properties that are clustered on a massive complex just off the beach in Punta Cana. While guests at all these properties have full use of all the resorts’ amenities, expanding dining options to the dozens and providing more than ample pool space, the thing that sets this resort apart is complimentary admission to Katmandu Park.

Located right next to the complex, Katmandu Park is a modest-sized yet good-quality amusement park that offers several games and rides, including ones that the adults will want to get in on. In addition to 4-D multimedia rides and activities like Expedition Golf, they have some truly interactive attractions like EtherQuest, which is like laser tag-meets-escape room, except way cooler. Even though it’s within walking distance, guests can take the free shuttle, so parents don’t have to worry at all.

Even the most basic accommodations here are suites, complete with a seating area with a couch, a dining table and chairs, and a spacious kitchenette with actual counter space. You can upgrade for additional bedrooms or an extra-large corner suite, and if you’re a waterbug, book a swim-up suite.

Location: Av. Alemania, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

8. Royalton Antigua, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Accommodation: Royalton Antigua, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

The 5-star Royalton Antigua Resort and Spa is one of just a handful of Antigua resorts that welcomes families. Located on Deep Bay and just a quick 30-minute drive from the airport, it has a range of rooms and suites, including spacious family rooms.

All are contemporary, and many have ocean views from furnished balconies, but for a real treat, book one of their overwater bungalows, which are the only ones on the island.

There is a kids’ club with supervised activities. Parents can also book babysitting services if they want a night off or time to grab a couples massage at the on-site spa (there is an extra fee for treatments).

Amenities include multiple restaurants with good quality food from around the globe. There are also swimming pools, hot tubs, direct beach access with sun loungers and umbrellas, and a range of organized activities for guests.

School-age kids will also enjoy hiking up to the historic Fort Barrington just above the resort. The views are amazing.

Location: Deep Bay Street, Five Islands Village, Antigua

9. Iberostar Selection Hacienda Dominicus, Dominican Republic

Accommodation: Iberostar Selection Hacienda Dominicus

Located on the southeastern shore of the Dominican Republic, between the town of Sámana and the island’s largest national park, is Bayahibe Beach, home to the laid-back Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus.

This resort welcomes families, as well as couples and groups, providing a dedicated pool area for kids so that others can have some peace and quiet if they like. Among the resort’s most popular activities are its scuba lessons, available for ages 12 and up, which take place in the safety of a pool.

Families will appreciate the Star Camp kids’ day program, a place where the younger ones (ages 4 to 17) can enjoy a break from mom and dad while the parents relax. Kids get the chance to do crafts, listen to local musicians, and even take Spanish Lessons in addition to the numerous play activities.

Tourists may want to ask the hotel about day trips to Sámana or nearby San Pedro De Macoris, the birthplace of more than a few Major League Baseball greats.

Location: Bayahibe Higuey, Dominicus, Dominican Republic

10. Garden Suites by Meliá, Dominican Republic

Accommodation: Garden Suites by Meliá

Created with families in mind, Garden Suites by Meliá is just a quick shuttle ride away from Bavaro Beach. The property is known for its excellent Family Concierge service that is complimentary when booking a Family Concierge Suite and boasts extra amenities and activities.

The resort also has a kids’ club for children between the ages of one and 12. It features everything from a rock climbing wall to a bouncy house and trampoline in its adventure park. Kids can also take swim lessons. Other child-friendly perks of staying here include special kids’ entertainment, from disco nights for tweens and teens to movie nights for all ages.

Parents and children will like the pool complex at the resort, which features waterslides and a special splash area for little ones. Other activities include arts and crafts, a video game room with the latest games, and cooking lessons. While kids are being entertained, parents can book a massage at the spa or a snorkeling excursion away from the resort.

This five-star resort offers a few different types of rooms, including spacious swim-up suites. These are spacious and come with modern decor. There are also a number of different dining options included, with food from around the globe.

Location: Av. Alemania, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

11. Franklyn D. Resort & Spa, Jamaica

Accommodation: Franklyn D. Resort & Spa

Located in Runaway Bay, Jamaica, on the island’s northern shore, the Franklyn D. Resort & Spa’s all-inclusive rates include a “Vacation Nanny” whose job is to take care of the kids and keep them occupied while parents enjoy the resort’s many offerings. While mom and dad are enjoying a stroll on the beach or a romantic meal at the adults-only Pier Restaurant, the vacation nanny will be making sure that the kids are having the time of their lives.

Younger kids will have a ton of fun at the kid’s club, and there are also separate programs for tweens and teens, including reggae dance lessons, diving excursions, and bicycle tours, as well as a teens’ game room.

Family activities include glass-bottom boat rides, snorkeling, and kayaking, as well as organized games like beach volleyball. The resort also has a playground and pools with a huge waterslide and plenty of lounging room.

Location: Main Street, Runaway Bay, Jamaica

12. Grand Palladium Bávaro Suites Resort & Spa, Dominican Republic

Accommodation: Grand Palladium Bávaro Suites Resort & Spa

Located on Bávaro Beach in Punta Cana on the Dominican Republic’s eastern coast, the Grand Palladium Bávaro Suites offers all-inclusive packages that include windsurfing lessons, kayak rentals, and dining at one of its many excellent restaurants.

This all-suite sibling to the adjacent Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort and Spa has full access to amenities on both properties, with many of its own unique features that set it apart. One of the most fun are the swim-up suites, which can be accessed from one of four pools on the property, allowing you to dive right in from your own back door and swim over to a refreshment stand for a light snack or beverage without your feet touching the ground.

Families will appreciate supervised kids’ programs for ages one to 17, and the kids will absolutely love Castillo de Pirata (the Pirate Castle), a colonial fort-themed space with a small water park, games room, theater, and snacks.

Of course, there is also an adults-only pool, and the resort’s dedicated kids’ spaces ensure that grown-ups have their own space as well. The whole family can participate in kayaking, windsurfing lessons, and other water sports.

Location: Avenida Francia s/n, Higüey, Dominican Republic

13. Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort, St. Lucia

Accommodation: Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort

The villas at this sixty-acre seaside resort are nestled in the hills on the northwest coast of St Lucia, providing seclusion while offering stunning views of the ocean. The private villas, which are as large as 3,600 square feet with four bedrooms, have enough room to fit the whole family and are fully equipped with amenities, including kitchenettes and washer/dryers, and some even have private pools. The resort offers an all-inclusive option, which includes meals at any of its five on-site restaurants, as well as room service meals, allowing you to truly indulge.

The resort offers supervised kids’ programs for ages four to 12 at the Jacquot Fun Club, which is open from 10am to 4pm and then again at 6:30 pm for evening events. Organized activities include field trips, boat rides, pool parties, tennis lessons, puppet shows, and lawn games, while weekly evening events include movie nights, disco Wednesdays, talent shows, and more.

Additional activities and off-site events are available for teens, and the whole family can enjoy water sports like water-skiing and tube rides; fitness classes like beach yoga and aqua aerobics; a wide range of games, from table tennis to coconut bowling; and live music nightly.

Address: 1504 Castries Labrelotte Bay, St. Lucia

14. Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa, Jamaica

Accommodation: Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa

Families can choose between suites, extravagant penthouses, or private three-bedroom villas at the Jewel Grande in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Each features a private balcony with breathtaking views of the ocean or the gardens, and villas offer extra conveniences like washer/dryers and kitchenettes, as well as butler service.

The resort’s outdoor recreation areas include not only the pool and beach but also a splash pad, playground, and pavilion.

The Kids Club offers a huge variety of activities, including arts and crafts, scavenger hunts, kite flying, and pool time, as well as plenty of games. The Teen Lounge gives the older kids the space they want with ample ways to enjoy their time, including bowling, interactive video games, pool, and foosball.

While the kids are having fun, parents can get well-deserved pampering at the Grande Spa, a full-service facility that offers a range of spa and salon services in a tranquil setting.

Location: Rose Hall Main Road, Montego Bay, Jamaica

15. Club Med Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Accommodation: Club Med Punta Cana

Club Med Punta Cana is the place to go if you have ever dreamed of running away to join the circus. Located on the Dominican Republic’s eastern shore, this Punta Cana beach resort is home to a unique Circus School and Creactive, a program created by Cirque do Soleil to teach guests the skills they need to become a daring acrobat or gravity-defying aerialist. Those who just want to test the waters can take a shot at juggling, practice their skills on a tightrope, and even try a swing on the trapeze.

Unlike many Club Med properties, this location caters to families, and kids are well-supervised in the included programs for ages four months and up, much younger than most resorts usually accommodate. For kids, daily activities include storytelling for the little ones, crafts for the slightly older kids, and sports and games for teens. Other family-friendly touches include baby food prep areas in restaurants and the use of strollers.

For adults, available activities range from lessons in archery to expert instruction in golf, tennis, and fitness. There are also optional on-site spa services, which include packages designed for couples, and other add-ons like horseback riding. For those who just want to kick back, the resort’s private section of beach, one of the Dominican Republic’s best beaches, is the perfect place to work on that tan.

Location: Higuey, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

16. Grand Isle Resort & Residences, Bahamas

Accommodation: Grand Isle Resort & Residences, Bahamas

Families have everything they need at this four-star luxury resort located on Emerald Bay on Great Exuma, Bahamas. This resort boasts a mile-long sandy beach with unlimited use of water sports equipment, including stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, boogie boards, snorkeling equipment, and more; kids who want to play in the pool also have full use of the resort’s pool toys and safety equipment.

Kids ages five through 12 can spend their days with resort childcare staff in the supervised day program, which includes a variety of fun activities, from treasure hunts and beach games to learning how to kayak.

Families will have plenty of space, with one- to four-room villas available to fit every size group. Each villa has a full kitchen, a comfortable and spacious living space, a separate dining area, a private balcony, and outdoor seating.

Resort amenities include the use of a designated golf cart, an infinity pool, a fitness center, and plenty of hammocks and shaded cabanas along the pool and beach. Guests can enjoy poolside and oceanside food delivery, including kids’ meals. Guests can also get golf packages to take full advantage of the 18-hole championship course and diving packages to explore the clear Caribbean waters.

Location: Great Exuma, The Bahamas

17. Sunscape Curacao Resort Spa, Curacao

Accommodation: Sunscape Curacao Resort Spa

Part of the ABC island group that also includes Aruba and Bonaire, Curacao is in the southern Caribbean, outside the Atlantic hurricane belt, and sees sunny weather year-round. Sunscape Curacao Resort Spa is a family-friendly spot on the southern side of the island.

Family amenities are plentiful here. There’s an Explorer’s Club for children ages three to 12 that has a number of supervised activities offered each day. Teens can check out the Core Zone, which also features supervised activities and a recreation area.

Rooms and suites are contemporary, and many boast ocean views. There are also interconnecting room options and spacious family rooms. For dining, there are six restaurants to choose from. Other amenities included are non-motorized water sports and a twice-daily shuttle to the town of Willemstad.

Address: 78 Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard, Willemstad, Curaçao

18. The Buccaneer Beach & Golf Resort, St. Croix

Accommodation: The Buccaneer Beach & Golf Resort

On the island of St. Croix in the US Virgin Islands, The Buccaneer offers a wide range of activities and amenities to families on its 340 acres. Here, you will find two beaches, including the more secluded Grotto Beach and the larger, busier Mermaid Beach, where there is a restaurant, a dock for local sightseeing boats, and water sports facilities.

Many water sports are included in your stay, from free scuba lessons to kayaking. Land sports include golf, horseback riding, tennis, and team sports like beach volleyball. In addition to the beaches, the resort has multiple pools.

The buccaneer offers a kids’ day program for ages four to 12, included in the stay. Supervised, age-appropriate activities include beach play like crab races and sandcastle construction, adventures like treasure hunts, and plenty of crafts and games indoors for when the kids need some time in the shade. Families will also enjoy trips out to the nearby Buck Island National Park, a beautiful natural area just offshore.

Address: 5007 Estate, Christiansted, St. Croix, US Virgin Islands

19. Sonesta Maho Beach Resort, St. Maarten

Accommodation: Sonesta Maho Beach Resort

Although the disaster of Hurricane Irma was the cause, the Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino on St. Maarten in the Netherlands Antilles has just undergone a complete remodel.

The forced renovations have resulted in modern, spacious rooms and all-new facilities, including a submarine-themed kids’ pool and an impressive water park. This is part of the Maho Bungalow Kids Club, where younger guests will find anything they could want to make their vacation fun. For older kids, the Teen Zone has plenty of games and activities and also hosts weekly events like disco nights and pajama parties.

In addition to the kids’ pool and water park, the resort has an expansive main pool that features swim-up refreshment stands and plenty of room for sunbathing. The resort is also home to six restaurants, including five full-service and one pizza place for a quick bite.

Address: Maho Beach, 1 Rhine Road, Sint Maarten