The Balearic hotspot Mallorca, is undoubtedly a people-pleaser and an island with something for everyone. It’s full of fabulous resorts between towering mountains, sandy beaches with clean safe waters, and superb facilities and services focused on keeping your children entertained. Whether you’re after an ‘all inclusive’ with beachfront access, a 9-til-5 kids club, or a good selection of attractions nearby, Mallorca has it all… not to mention their ideal climate of sun-soaked summers, a steady sea breeze and rarely a cloud in the sky. The friendly Mallorquins will gladly embrace your little ones with open arms, thanks to their wonderfully family focused culture.
Best family-friendly resorts in Mallorca
Our top recommendations for Majorca’s most family-friendly hotel resorts around the island.
There’s a real variety of holiday accommodation catering specifically for families with children. Several of the larger, tourist focused resorts offer itinerary-packed days with fun-filled activities from breakfast through until dinner; but there’s also a great selection of quieter, family-run retreats with bespoke itineraries and programmes offering plenty of help with recommendations of nearby things to do.
Here's our top suggestions on where to take your family this year.
Best Family Friendly Spots
Jumeirah Mallorca
Total luxury from the company that brought you Dubai's Burj Al Arab
Nestled on the edge of the sea on the north-west coast of Mallorca, the Jumeirah offers spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Tramuntana mountains.
Designed in traditional Mallorcan style, the hotel building uses local materials such as natural wood and rock to blend in beautifully with the coastal setting. The 18,000 sqm resort incorporates orange, lemon and olive trees into its landscape, features tall grass on the rooftops and curves into the natural coastline - resulting in a luxury hotel that works in harmony with nature.
The highlight is undoubtedly the Tramuntana Terrace, renowned as Mallorca's top panoramic view terrace, providing breathtaking vistas that perfectly compliment any celebration. The staff here are well-versed in creating the most spectacular events, and whether you are planning an intimate wedding or a large-scale event, every detail is carefully designed to honour both this awe-inspiring setting and your individual desires.
St Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort Hotel
Idyllic retreat with an award winning spa and Michelin-starred restaurant
Set against the stunning Tramuntana mountains and the dazzling Mediterranean Sea, this elegant resort is an exquisite pièce de résistance embracing luxurious resort living with a signature butler service.
This hotel aims for idyllic relaxation with its locality to distinguished golf courses, an onsite sophisticated spa to exhilarating gourmet dining and the foremost collection of modern Mallorcan art. A trusted brand and venue, known to deliver fabulous weddings, guaranteeing a five-star treatment with a personal touch. Its splendid grounds are the perfect setting from a small quiet affair through to a high-profile event.
Bon Sol Hotel
Family run, traditional Mallorcan hotel close to Palma
On the clifftop, this hotel is located in the elegant beach resort of Illetas. There are 92 bedrooms and 22 beach villas nestled amid pine trees and luxurious gardens.
The rooms are traditional Mallorcan in style and no two of its spacious bedrooms and suites are alike. Each has its own charm, individual in decor and disposition, with a private bathroom, balcony or terrace, TV, radio, minibar, telephone, air conditioning and central heating. The hotel has its own spa and beauty treatment area, and swimming pools set in rocky and luscious gardens. There are two tennis courts (lessons available) and beach access is direct from the hotel.
Zafiro Palace Alcudia Hotel
Superb 5* accommodation to accompany unforgettable holidays in the north of Mallorca.
The first of the Zafiro Palace Collection, the 5 star resort exudes luxury, delicious gastronomy, comfortable rooms, impressive swimming pools, a solarium and much more.
The hotel offers a real sense of luxury and relaxation, where you and your children can feel at home in the excellent facilities including a designated children’s pool and playground. After a fun-filled day spent with the kids, you can retreat to your private suite’s rooftop Jacuzzi in time for a sundowner to compliment the knockout views across Mallorca’s northern peninsula.
More inspiration...
This is only a taste of what's on offer, there are plenty more options to choose from. The trick is knowing what makes your family tick. But don't worry too much - it doesn't take much planning to fall in love with Mallorca!
