These Family-Friendly Resorts in Mexico Are The Summer Vacation Destination You’re Dreaming Of

Summer is officially here – and what better way to enjoy than a getaway that the entire family will love? Meet Sandos Hotels & Resorts, nestled along some of the most incredible beaches in Mexico and designed with the whole family in mind. While all the Sandos Hotels & Resorts properties in Mexico are something to dream over, its two stellar locations near Playa del Carmen – Sandos Playacar and Sandos Caracol Eco Resort – are some of the best choices for families this summer vacation.

Bienvenidos a Playa del Carmen

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Sandos Hotels & Resorts is home to two beautiful beachfront resorts outside Playa del Carmen, set on white sands and nestled along azure seas. This is the perfect spot for a fun, and easy getaway this summer; well-connected with frequent flights from cities across the United States, this gorgeous stretch of the coastline in the Mexican Caribbean is as hassle-free of a beach vacation destination as families could ever ask for.

Beachfront Paradise

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In addition to Sandos Playacar and Sandos Caracol Eco Resort located near Playa del Carmen, Sandos Hotels & Resorts also offers two other beach resorts in Mexico. These include Sandos Cancun, just a short drive north of Playa del Carmen, and Sandos Finisterra in Mexico’s Pacific coast hotspot of Los Cabos.

The All Nature Experience

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Nestled in the heart of the Riviera Maya, the Sandos resorts in Playa del Carmen offer much more to attract family-focused vacationers than just pools with waterslides. The lush, forested landscapes of the region, marked with deep, water-filled sinkholes known as cenotes, are the backdrop for a wealth of ways families can enjoy an eco-conscious and fun-filled adventure at Sandos this summer.

Sandos Caracol Eco Resort

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Sandos Caracol Eco Resort is the group’s most remarkably eco-friendly spot, offering endless ways families can enjoy this stunning section of the Yucatan Peninsula. Swim in an ancient jungle cenote, trek through rich jungle landscapes spotting tropical birds, or simply relax along white sand beaches shaded by palms in this island paradise.

Eco-Friendly, Family-Fun

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The resort recently debuted 336 nature-inspired and family-focused rooms, integrated into the property’s signature Eco Collection, which offers three categories of jungle-inspired accommodation options. “We have always taken great pride in providing travelers with unique opportunities to experience our region’s rich culture and history while keeping our local ecosystems at the forefront to try our best to preserve the destination for future generations,” said Miguel Angel Guardado, General Manager of Sandos Caracol Eco Resort.

Destination Focused

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The addition of these family-friendly and eco-focused new accommodations makes the resort one of just a small number of eco-focused all-inclusive properties in Mexico. It is the latest accomplishment in a $20 million phased renovation and expansion project at the resort that puts the richness of the property’s stunning destination front and center.

Poolside in Paradise

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Even for travelers who want nothing more from their beach vacation than to simply lounge by the pool, Sandos resorts are the perfect option. Both resorts offer multiple pools surrounded by umbrellas, palapas, and outdoor dining options for the ultimate day of rest and relaxation.

Unwind

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Both Sandos Playacar and Sandos Caracol Eco Resort also offer beachside lounging, with ocean views being one of the highlights for every visitor at both resort properties.

Staying Active

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In addition to relaxing poolside, there are plenty of ways to enjoy time at both Sandos resorts. Activities range from snorkeling and biking to tennis, pickleball, and other fun sports. Both resorts offer a kids’ club for even more fun – and some much-needed alone time for parents.

Beachside

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This region of Mexico is known for its pristine white sands, so beautiful you have to see them in person to believe they’re real. Both Sandos properties outside of Playa del Carmen boast enviable beachfronts with all the little luxuries you’ll need to enjoy a day on the sand.

Fun-Filled Escape

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There are plenty of ways to enjoy both Sandos Hotels & Resorts properties in Playa del Carmen, but the family-friendly waterparks—some of the best in Mexico—are easily a highlight for travelers of all ages. Good luck pulling the kids away from a day spent at these fun-filled spots!

Waterslides Galore

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Water slides, splash pad spaces, and more help families enjoy and cool off, with impressive kid-centric pools and even a 29-slide water park.

Cool Off in Style

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Even better, it’s all just steps from the beachfront, with gorgeous Caribbean views and tranquil waves included. Watersports are part of the fun as well, with guests enjoying everything from snorkeling to kayaking, paddle boarding, scuba demonstrations in the pool, and even the ability to earn your scuba certification while on vacation.

Home Away from Home

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The 995-room Sandos Caracol Eco Resort and 819-room Sandos Playacar both offer an array of room and suite layouts and designs to fit the budget and needs of every traveler.

Rooms and Suites

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In addition to the new family-friendly Eco Suites at Sandos Caracol Eco Resort, spaces at both properties make it easy to choose how to enjoy – whether you want more space to spread out or fun, family-friendly accommodations for pillow fights and movie nights.

Sandos Hotels & Resorts

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From the natural beauty of white sand beaches and lush jungles to over-the-top fun with activities and next-level waterparks, Sandos Hotels &Resorts offers endless ways to enjoy summer with family.

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Carley Rojas Avila is a bilingual New York-based travel writer, editor, content marketer, and the founder of the digital travel publications Explorers Away and Home to Havana. Carley is an expert on all things Latin America, the Caribbean, and Cuba, having lived and worked in four different countries in the region. Her writing has appeared on the Associated Press wires and in Travel + Leisure, Yahoo, MSN, Euronews, The Weather Channel, and more. When she's not writing about her travels, find her front row at a Bad Bunny concert, befriending street cats, and taste-testing every pizza in Havana.