When it comes to travel in the Bahamas, all-inclusive is often the best way to go, especially for families. Luxury all-inclusive accommodations take the guesswork out of budgeting and allow you to truly relax and feel like you’re on vacation. When you’re traveling with kids, this is more important than ever! Although there are certain resorts in the Bahamas that are adults-only, there are also many that welcome children and are great for families too, offering easy access to the top island attractions. Here are our top picks for all-inclusive resorts for families in the Bahamas.
The Coral at Atlantis
The Coral at Atlantis is also a wonderful place for families to stay if they are looking for a memorable vacation, as it’s one of the top hotels in the Bahamas. Located on Paradise Island, this resort is near Marina Village and has 11 unique pools, an onsite water park, a game center, and a teen nightclub. There’s even a golf program offered here for juniors wanting to learn how to play. Babysitting services are available for parents, and package deals are often available. Room amenities also include cribs, play yards, and rollaway beds for kids. Numerous eateries are located onsite, as well as a fitness center, rock climbing, water sports, and many more activities for the whole family.
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Eleven pools and a water park on-site
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Nightclub for teens and babysitting services for the little ones
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Family-friendly activities, including water sports, rock climbing, and a junior golf program
One Casino Drive, Suite 21, 1 Casino Drive, Paradise Island, The Bahamas— +1 242-363-2000 ext. 66774
Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach
One of the world’s best all-inclusive resorts for families, Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach is set in Freeport. This 26-acre resort has stylish rooms with balconies and terraces with amazing views. The onsite Viva Kid’s Club will keep your little ones entertained while you relax, and included with your family’s stay are all meals and snacks, free Wi-Fi, diving center access, non-motorized water sports, and weekly live music. You’ll also have included access to the kids’ retreat, teenagers’ activity program, and mini-disco for children. For parents, there are daily activities, unlimited cocktails, and yoga classes too. Also, there are multiple restaurants on site offering international cuisine, pizzas, pasta, and more delicious food options.
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Stylish rooms with balconies or terraces and amazing views
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Dive center, non-motorized water sports, and weekly live music included
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Kids’ club, teen activity program, and mini-disco for children
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Daily activities for the adults, including yoga classes
Churchill Drive, Doubloon Rd, Freeport, The Bahamas— +1 242-373-4000
Breezes Bahamas
If you’re looking for an all-inclusive resort on a budget, book a stay at Breezes Bahamas. This is a great option on Cable Beach in Nassau and one of the few resorts with true beachfront rooms. There are five dining options here, free Wi-Fi, no hidden fees, all meals included. This is a good option for families with older kids ages 14 and up. The resort welcomes families with children over age 14 and has many activities to keep your teens entertained. There are three freshwater pools here, tennis courts with free instruction, rock climbing, beach volleyball, and much more.
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Beachfront rooms
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Daily activities for the teens
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Three freshwater pools
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Access to tennis coursts (instruction included), rock climbing, and beach volleyball
Small Hope Bay Lodge
You can also bring your family to the Small Hope Bay Lodge for family-friendly and all-inclusive comfort and convenience, a hotel that has beachfront cabins and is on the edge of the third-largest barrier reef in the world. The lodge has charming one-bedroom cottages and spacious two-bedroom cottages. Great perks for families are the complimentary babysitting for kids ages two to seven, young ranger programs, a game room, free watersport introductory lessons, and no charges for extra cribs or cots.
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Accommodation in beachfront one- and two-bedroom cottages edging the barrier reef
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Complimentary babysitting services for kids ages 2 to 7
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Kid-friendly amenities like a young rangers program and a game room
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Free watersport introductory lessons
Margaritaville Beach Resort
Margaritaville Beach Resort is in the heart of Nassau, making it ideal for those looking to enjoy an all-inclusive experience without being cut off from the rest of the Bahamas. Each oceanfront room here overlooks the turquoise Caribbean waters, something you’ll enjoy gazing at every morning. Other hotel amenities include the Fins Up Water Park and a large number of restaurants and bars. Foodies, in particular, will love this spot, home to a signature steakhouse and many other food and drink offerings. Instead of a traditional all-inclusive package, your stay here comes with food and beverage credit. For little ones, The Parakeets Kid’s Club offers pool and beach games, arts and crafts, and other daily fun activities with a staff of trained counselors.
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Oceanfront rooms overlooking the Caribbean
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Fins Up Water Park on-site
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Kids’ club with daily activities like pool and beach games and arts and crafts
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A wide range of dining and drinking options on-site
Kamalame Cay Private Island Resort & Residences
We love Kamalame Cay for all-inclusive family vacations because of this beautiful 96-acre cay in the Bahamas. The resort offers childcare services and also many other amenities, including tennis courts, a seaside tiki bar, Wi-Fi, a PADI-certified dive shop, and three miles of private beach. Here you’ll find luxury seaside rooms in the form of cottages, bungalows, and Balinese beach houses. Daily breakfast, cookies, recreation gear, and more are included with your stay.
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Childcare services available
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Access to tennis courts, a PADI-certified dive shop, and three miles of private beach
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Luxury seaside rooms in cottages, bungalows, and Balinese-style beach houses
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Breakfast, cookies, recreation gear, and more included in your stay
Andros Great Barrier Reef, Andros, The Bahamas— +1 800-790-7971
Lighthouse Pointe at Grand Lucayan Resort
Lighthouse Pointe at Grand Lucayan Resort is an all-inclusive resort that welcomes families with rooms that offer views of the marina, island, and ocean. Included in your family’s stay are the beaches, dining, drinks, live entertainment, and unlimited golf. Popular entertainment options here are the weekly beach barbecue, Bahamian buffet, and fish fry. Families looking for a little more room to spread out may want to book an 800-square-foot Ocean Breeze Suite with a separate living area and sleeper sofa. Wi-Fi is complimentary, and these rooms have refrigerators and private balconies. Here you’ll also find a full-service spa, and fitness center, as well as golf and tennis for fun games on the islands.
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Unlimited dining, drinks, live entertainment, and golf included in your stay
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Weekly events, like beach barbecues, fish fries, and a Bahamian buffet
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Full-service spa, fitness center, golf course, and tennis courts on-site
