The 9 Best Club Med Resorts for Families

Three white-sand beaches, 10 bars and restaurants, connecting rooms

Club Med Cancún is a top choice for families thanks to its convenient beachfront location, dining options, on-site activities, and access to Mayan ruins. The resort is located in a quieter beach area at the southern edge of Cancún’s Hotel Zone. Rooms at the sprawling resort display a classic Caribbean flair with dark wood furniture, orange and teal accents, and nautical artwork.

Travelers have 10 bars and restaurants to choose from, including a crepe bar and an Argentinean restaurant that provides wine pairings from the resort’s own cellar. There are dozens of different activities for families to enjoy, from archery and pickleball to scuba diving and fly-fishing. Supervised child care is available for children over 4 months old, and the resort offers lots of infant amenities like strollers, bottle warmers, and changing tables.

Complimentary airport transportation, windsurfing school, five restaurants and bars.

Located on San Salvador, one of the more secluded islands in the Bahamas, the reopened Club Med Columbus Isle gives families the opportunity to vacation on one of the world’s best beaches. The bright cottages have guest rooms with a turquoise and magenta color scheme, and all rooms have spacious balconies. Families can spend their days at the resort’s private beach or lazing around its spacious pool. Though the property doesn’t have a kids’ club for younger kids, it does have a teens’ club for kids ages 11-17 that offers activities like kayaking trips and beach volleyball, but only during July and August.

Six bars and restaurants, golf resort, sailing lessons

For those who have been wanting to explore West Africa's rich culture, Club Med Cap Skirring in Senegal has luxurious accommodations and lots of adventurous off-site excursions. Located in a lush coconut grove, the guest rooms are built to resemble traditional thatched huts, though inside, guests will find lots of modern conveniences and private balconies that overlook the garden or ocean.

The resort offers several ways to learn about Senegalese culture and customs. Activities include half-day tours of Oussouye Market and a cashew nut plantation, and of local villages where you’ll learn about traditional basket weaving and drumming. More adventurous travelers can take to the water in a dugout canoe, go off-roading in a 4x4, or sample delicious palm wine made by Senegalese locals.

Seven bars and restaurants, four pools, beach spa

At Club Med Rio Das Pedras, families will enjoy the resort’s long stretch of beach and vibrantly decorated guest rooms that overlook lush landscaping. Along with the usual Club Med outdoor activities like kayaking and waterskiing, the resort offers excursions to the white-sand beaches of Ilha Grande, a large island near the resort, and to raft down the Mambucaba River. Rio de Janeiro, nicknamed the “Marvelous City,” is a two-hour drive from Rio Das Pedras, so there’s also ample opportunity for families to explore the world-famous city. One of the resort’s most popular excursions includes a day trip to Rio and lunch at one of the oldest cafes in the city, Confeitaria Colombo.

Snowshoe trails, indoor pool, spa with Scandinavian-style sauna.

For families dreaming of a snow-laden vacation, Club Med Serre-Chevalier is the ideal resort. The property is located near Briançon, the highest town in France, in an area that gets some 300 days of sunshine per year. During the snowy months, the property is transformed into a winter wonderland, and the stone and wood chalets make a cozy retreat where families can relax after a day on the slopes. The guest rooms have a pared-back cabin feel with wood trim and alpine-green furniture, and many feature stunning views of the Alps. Along with skiing and snowboarding, the resort offers snowshoeing, mountain-karting, and snowmobiling in the nearby hills.

Infinity pool, tennis courts, six bars and restaurants.

Club Med Cefalù offers a getaway for families who want to explore Sicily, Italy’s largest island. Some of the guest rooms are located in charming wooden villas that spread out along the cliff, and all of the accommodations are bright and airy, with few things to distract from the gorgeous Tyrrhenian Sea views. The highlight of the resort, though, is its access to nearby attractions. Excursions include horseback riding in the Madonie Mountains and exploring the architectural wonders of Palermo, such as the Palatine Chapel and San Giovanni dei Lebbrosi, one of the most famous churches in Sicily. After a day of exploring, families can head back to the resort for a leisurely swim and dinner at one of its seaside restaurants.

Seven bars and restaurants, surfing lessons, Exclusive Collection Space with dedicated concierge

Though the Maldives is synonymous with romantic holidays, Club Med Kani makes a family-friendly holiday possible. The resort has large overwater bungalows with vaulted ceilings and wicker furniture, and there are connecting rooms for larger families and groups. Kids 4 and up can head to the Happy Children’s Corner playroom, which has games, crafts, and sports. Older kids can participate in cooking classes and go sailing or kayaking. The resort also offers surfing lessons on the world-class Maldivian waves. Ideal for active families, the resort offers glass-bottom boat trips, snorkeling, submarine rides, and flyboarding. If laying out on the powdery white sand isn't relaxing enough, guests can opt for a Balinese massage while the ocean waves serve as a soundtrack.

Four swimming pools, three white-sand beaches, five bars and restaurants.

For those who want a unique (and secluded) vacation, Club Med Seychelles will surely fit the bill. Opened in spring of 2022, the resort is the only property on Sainte Anne Island. It has a kids’ club that operates six days a week, along with a family pool and splash pad for young travelers. While kids are busy having fun, parents can check in to the spa, which has 11 rooms and an impressive list of services.

The resort’s guest rooms have chic gray walls, wood headboards that run the length of the rooms, and large beds fitted with tropical-hued linens. For large groups and families, there’s also a three-bedroom villa with a living room and butler service.

Five bars and restaurants, three pools, child care for children as young as 4 months.

Club Med Ixtapa Pacific is a great deal for families for a few reasons. It’s conveniently located on Mexico’s Pacific coast, between the Sierra Madre mountains and the golden beaches of Playa Quieta. The guest rooms are clean and comfortable, and upgraded suites have furnished balconies that overlook the water.

It’s hard to grow bored here when horseback riding, snorkeling, fishing excursions, and more are on the schedule. For families who want to connect with the local culture, the resort has full- and half-day excursions. You can take part in the release of turtle hatchlings, kayak in the fishing village of Barra de Potosí, or escape to Ixtapa Island. Along with Club Med’s renowned kids’ club, the resort’s Baby Club Med program offers child care for children as young as 4 months old.