The 10 Best Family Resorts in Punta Cana

By: - August 1st, 2023
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The Lopesan Costa Bavaro resort in Punta Cana.
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Keeping children of every age entertained may be one of the biggest challenges to crafting a great family vacation, but these 10 resorts in Punta Cana give parents an edge by offering a wide variety of kid-friendly amenities and activities, from water parks and kids’ clubs to exclusive zones where young guests can jump on trampolines, ride zip lines, climb rock walls and more. Here are the best Punta Cana resorts for families.

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The Lopesan Costa Bavaro resort in Punta Cana.

Lopesan Costa Bavaro

This 5-star, 1,000-room resort has a special wing devoted to families and all-suite accommodations offering ample room to parents traveling with children. Babysitting is available for an additional fee, but everything else — including kids clubs, a water park, multiple restaurants (including an ice cream parlor), and activities led by the resort mascot, Panchi, are part of the all-inclusive package. In short, this is the best resort in Punta Cana for families.


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