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Kids stay free at these 11 all-inclusive family resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean
Family vacations can be far from relaxing for parents, but staying at an all-inclusive family resort can change that by eliminating much of the stress and decision-making that comes with travel. From meals to activities, these resorts take care of the details, letting you focus on making memories. Even better? Some all-inclusive resorts offer deals where kids and teens stay free, making it easier to plan an affordable getaway. Here’s a guide to the best all-inclusive family resorts with kids-stay-free deals.
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Garza Blanca Resorts
Locations in Cancun, Los Cabos, and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
All-inclusive Garza Blanca Resort and Spa Cancun offers an ongoing series of promotions throughout the year on its special offers page, including a kids-stay-and-eat-free deal for up to two children under 12 years old. With multiple pools, an ocean obstacle course, and a sea life-themed kids club that leads indoor and outdoor activities, there's always something to do here, too. The same deal is also routinely offered at Garza Blanca Resort and Spa Los Cabos and Garza Blanca Preserve Resort and Spa in Puerto Vallarta.
Moon Palace Resorts
Locations in Jamaica and Mexico
Kids age 17 and under can stay, play, and eat for free at Moon Palace Jamaica, one of the most generous kids-stay-free deals anywhere in the Caribbean. After hitting the beach or pool at this Ocho Rios resort, young guests ages four through 12 can head to the Playroom Kids Club, which has a splash park, climbing area, and activities like crafts and face-painting. On-site restaurants serve Jamaican, Asian, and Italian cuisine, plus all kinds of options for snacks and lighter meals. (The same offer is all available at Moon Palace Cancun in Mexico.)
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Blue Haven Resort and Alexandra Resort
Turks and Caicos
At Blue Haven Resort and its sister property Alexandra Resort in the Turks and Caicos, kids ages 12 and under always stay, eat, and play for free. Alexandra Resort is situated on the white sands of Grace Bay Beach, while Blue Haven Resort has the only private beach in Providenciales. Shared amenities include a water trampoline, bicycles, pools, tennis courts, snorkeling gear, and kayaks and stand-up paddle boards. The kids' club program serves up a slew of age-appropriate activities for little kids through teens.
Divi Aruba and Tamarijn Aruba
Aruba
An all-inclusive resort on a stunning mile-long Caribbean beach, Tamarijn Aruba offers freshly renovated oceanfront rooms with direct beach access. Families can enjoy amenities at both Tamarijn and its sister resort, Divi Aruba, including 10 restaurants, four pools, an oceanfront fitness and water sports center, bikes, tennis courts, and a beachfront rock climbing wall. Best of all, kids two and under stay and eat free, while kids ages three to 12 cost just $100 per night, and teens 13 to 17 are $150 per night.
Sonesta Maho Beach Resort, Casino and Spa
Maho, St. Maarten
At the 10-acre Sonesta Maho Beach Resort, kids ages five and under stay and eat for free, and kids six to 12 cost just $45 per day. The resort's Oasis Pool features water slides for big kids, a splash area for little ones, and a swim-up bar for adults. Kids ages three to 12 can enjoy supervised activities at the Beach House Kids Club, while teens hang out at the Teen Zone. A highlight for all ages is watching planes fly low over Maho Beach as they approach nearby Princess Juliana Airport.
Villa Del Palmar Cancun
Cancun, Mexico
Five outdoor swimming pools (including one just for kids), four restaurants, complimentary stand-up paddleboards and snorkeling gear, and a colorfully decorated kids' club offering games and crafts—these are just a few of the reasons families love staying at Villa Del Palmar Cancun, an all-inclusive resort that often runs kids-stay-free promotions. You can take advantage of a special deal for select dates throughout the year where up to two kids under 12 can eat and stay free with adult all-inclusive plans.
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