When you’re planning family holidays Spain should be top of your list, it really does have it all. From sandy beaches, great child friendly food and with lots of great family resorts in Spain it’s the perfect trip with kids. We have pulled together a list of the family holidays in Spain across all the regions to give you a great choice when you’re planning your trip with kids.
Wherever possible these family holidays to Spain have been personally visited by one of our Family Hotel Expert. Where we haven’t yet done so our selection is based on thorough research – we’ve done the work so you don’t have to. We have all the best all inclusive family holidays in Spain through to cheap family holidays to Spain, so there should be something for everyone.
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Benidorm – Magic Tropical Splash
A stay at Magic Tropical Splash is one of the great all inclusive family holidays Spain does so well at. This really is what family holidays are made for. This hotel has a brilliant pool with its own Pirates Adventure aqua park and Black Pearl splash park that the kids will love. There’s a game zone for all ages including teenagers – with arcade games and consoles. There’s a playground as well as an indoor play area. The family rooms are spacious and there’s an entertainment programme to keep everyone happy. If you’re looking for kids holidays Spain really delivers with this amazing hotel.
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Lanzarote – Galeon Playa Apartments & Aquapark Costa Teguise
Heading off to Lanzarote is perfect for family holidays to Spain with almost guaranteed sunshine. The Galeon Playa Apartments & Aquapark Costa Teguise is a great place to stay too. This seaside hotel has lovely family apartments. There’s plenty for children with a kids club (up to age 12), a playground and an indoor soft play. The best part about this hotel has to be that its set on a water park though with waterslides and splash activities for all ages. You can stay here on a self catering, bed and breakfast or half board basis making it the perfect resort in Spain for a family trip.
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Benidorm – Asia Gardens Hotel & Thai Spa A Royal Hideaway Hotel
If you’re looking for somewhere a bit different from the usual Spanish hotel then the Asia Gardens Hotel & Thai Spa A Royal Hideaway Hotel could be for you. This is one of the best family hotels in Spain, packed full of luxury details and with so many great facilities. The grounds are full of palm trees and green plants giving it a really tropical feel. The pools and waterfalls surrounding the hotel add to the tranquility and you will be forgiven for feeling like you’ve been transported to Asia. This hotel is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and it shows in all the detail in this property. Families are very welcome here and amongst the pools are a children’s pool and a kids club. The rooms are beautiful and there are some great restaurants on offer which you can enjoy on a bed and breakfast or half board basis. Certainly one of the best family resorts in Spain.
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Ibiza – Invisa Figueral Resort
Ibiza is wonderful and if you’re looking for Spanish resorts for families the Invisa Figueral Resort is perfect. Comprised of two hotels you can use the facilities at either no matter which one you’re based at. It’s in a great location and the sandy beach is a short walk downhill. The Pirates’ Island water activity zone will be a huge hit with kids and all the family will love the restaurants. There’s a kids club (right up to 16 years old), a playground, an indoor play area and two children’s pools including the fantastic water park area. This is one of the great all inclusive family resorts Spain has which all the family will love.
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Marbella – Iberostar Selection Marbella Coral Beach
This is a beautiful resort that oozes class and is set right on Marbella’s lovely Coral Beach. The hotel has some gorgeous gardens giving it a real sense of peace. There are three pools here including one dedicated kids pool. There’s evening entertainment and the rooms here are beautifully decked out. You’re sure to have one of the best family holidays Spain has on offer with a stay at this stylish hotel.
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Tenerife – Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife
The Hard Rock Hotel in Tenerife was always going to pack a punch when it comes to the fun stakes and it doesn’t disappoint. Situated right on the beach with some amazing pools this has to be one of the best hotels for kids in Spain. There are kids clubs for all ages right up to and including teenagers and you can take part in fun activities like music mixing classes and hip hop workshops. There are some gorgeous family rooms and you can have eveything from bed and breakfast to half board to all inclusive plus. For one of the best family holidays in Spain you will be very happy with the Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife.
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Majorca – Globales Nova
Majorca is one of the best places to holiday in Spain for families with gorgeous beaches and a lovely, island feel. The Globales Nova is in the heart of Palma Nova and leads directly on to the sandy beach. It’s in a quiet location but if you want to take advantage of all the amenities and fun at lively Magaluf it’s only a walk away. There’s a kids club and a lovely pool area. The apartments are very spacious making it one of the great family resorts Spain has on offer.
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Menorca – Hotel Sur Menorca Suites & Waterpark
Menorca is a lovely place for a Spanish family holiday. This quiet island in the Balearics is packed full of beautiful beaches and family friendly fun. Hotel Sur Menorca Suites & Waterpark is the ideal place for a stay where guests have unlimited access to the onsite waterpark. They have fast paced rides for older children and a lazy river and splash park for younger ones. The kids club will take children aged 4-12 and there’s a playground and a free courtesy bus to the beach.
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Madrid – Atocha Hotel Madrid, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Madrid is a great city for a break with kids. There’s the amazing Retiro Park for boating on the lake or numerous playgrounds and the fabulous Prado Museum. The city is great for wandering with lots of cool street art and restaurants for tapas. Stay at the Atocha Hotel Madrid, in the centre of the city so an easy wander out to all the main sites. The perfect cultural holiday in Spain for families.
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Barcelona – Hotel Ohla Barcelona
Barcelona is a great place for a city break and with a beach close by kids will love it. There’s a fantastic aquarium here along with the amazing Sagrada Familia. Stay at the lovely Hotel Ohla which is set in the city’s lovely historic area. The hotel also has a wonderful rooftop swimming pool which all the family will love.
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Frequently asked questions from people planning family holidays in Spain?
Where in Spain is best for a family holiday?
Spain is filled with many great places for a family holiday from the Canary Islands of Tenerife and Lanzarote to the mainland and Marbella or its islands like Majorca. You really can’t go wrong and our list of hotels are spread across this great nation.
What is the best holiday resort in Spain?
Which is the best holiday resort in Spain really depends on what you’re looking for. Our list here shows the resorts with all the amenities and entertainment through to those with great views and a sense of tranquillity.
Your family holiday to Spain checklist
- ✈️ Find great flights to Spain with Opodo
- 🏥 Get the travel insurance we use at CoverForYou
- 🅿️ Book your airport parking at a fantastic rate here with Holiday Extras
- 💳 Get a Currensea Card to easily pay for purchases when you’re in Spain
- ℹ️ Why not hire a guide or book local excursions through the brilliant Get Your Guide.
- 📚 Get planning your trip with the Lonely Planet guide to Spain.
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