The Deal
The pyramid-shaped, beachfront Royal Solaris Cancun Resort, Marina & Spa in southern Cancun, about a 15-minute shuttle ride from the airport, is custom-made for active kids and their parents. With four pools, eight restaurants, five bars, a theater with live performances, a mini golf course, and tons of activities for children, this resort has plenty to keep you busy. The Royal Solaris is a little less expensive than some of the other all-inclusive resorts in Cancun, and for the price, you get stellar service and an experience your kids will never forget.
GR Solaris Cancun
Blvd. Kukulcan 59 2a etapa Sección A Hotel Zone
Cancun Q Roo 77500 México
Phone: + 52 (998) 848 84 00
http://www.hotelessolaris.com/Sitios/SolarisEng/RsCancun/RSCIndex.html
The Three-in-One
The Avalon Grand Cancun is smaller than other nearby resorts, but your stay also affords you use of the facilities at the other two Avalon properties in the area, so there are still have a wide assortment of entertainment options. Three restaurants and bars serve the hotel, it has two pools on site, and, of course, there is the sparkling water of the Caribbean. Take advantage of excursions here and explore Isla Mujares, a nearby island accessible by ferry, since you can use the Avalon Reef Club there as a base.
Avalon Grand Cancun
Boulevard Kukulcan Hotel Zone
Cancun 77500 - Mexico
(888) 774-0040
avalongrandcancun.com
The Special Treat
Club Med has become synonymous with high-end, luxurious vacations, and the Cancun Yucatan property is no exception. The resort is geared toward families, and its Club Med Baby, Mini Club Med (for 4 to 11 year olds), and Club Med Passworld (for tweens and teens) all have activities designed for your energetic, discerning child, no matter the age. For a special treat, let them try out the Petit Chef program, where they'll learn to cook from the same chefs that serve the three on-site restaurants.
Club Med Cancun Yucatan
Punta Nizuc 77500
Estado de Quintana Roo Cancun
(52) 998 881 82 00
clubmed.us/cm/resorts-north-america-mexico-cancun-yucatan_p-115-l-US-v-CANC-p-115-ac-vh.html
The Non-Stop
If your family likes to be on the go, Crown Paradise Club may be the perfect all-inclusive resort in Cancun for you. With a water park replete with pirate shop, an indoor baby play area, a mini golf course, nightly shows, sailing, kayaking, snorkeling and even a disco for the adults, this place is nonstop action. If you're looking for relaxation, there's the swim-up poolside bar, spa services and, of course, the beautiful Caribbean Sea right outside your window.
Crown Paradise Club
Blvd Kukulkan km 18.5
Cancun Q. Roo
Mexico. C.P. 77500
52 (998) 848-9000
crownparadise.com/cancun/crown/index.html
The Memory Maker
Award-winning Dreams Cancun Resort is situated on more than seven acres of beautiful beach, and it has many opportunities for adventure scheduled every day. Swim with dolphins in the lagoon, stroll through the nightly craft markets, enjoy five restaurants and lounges on the property, and let your kids take advantage of the Explorer's Club (treasure hunts, sand castle contests and video games, anyone?), while you enjoy the sun and surf of its gorgeous location.
Dreams Cancun
Punta Cancún s/n, Zona Hotelera
Cancún, Q. Roo
C.P. 77500
52 (998) 848 7000
dreamsresorts.com/drecu/index.html