Our Top 9 best family health and wellbeing resorts in 2023

June 16, 2023

Family wellbeing is health and wellbeing for the whole family! Resorts that we listed in the category 'Family Wellbeing' offer a wide range of facilities specifically focussing on teenagers and sometimes young children too. The hotel can be considered 'teenage friendly' when it offers facilities and services that cater specifically to the needs and preferences of kids, teenagers or young adults. Think of a junior club, sport facilities or sport academy, sport facilities, healthy food options, nature adventures or connecting doors. Having a positive family environment could support good mental and emotional health, which in turn could lead to better physical health. Strong family relationships marked by open communication, honesty, sense of humour and reassurance could strengthen family's mental and emotional well-being. As PureandCure's health and wellbeing resorts mainly carry an adults-only stamp, we searched for hotels that do focus on both parents and children. Learning and teaching them balance, health and peace of mind in a safe, fun and comfortable environment.

This is our list of our Top 9 Family Wellbeing Resorts:

Device-free areas at Palmaïa - The House of AïA - Mexico

One of our favorites when it comes to family wellbeing! The holistic Palmaia - the House of AïA, a tropical paradise on Mexico's powder-white sand beach. A spa immersed in the jungle plus… an all-inclusive vegan concept. Palmaïa offers both parents and kids their own holistic experiences. Kids can enjoy the holistic children's activities program based on the Waldorf education system including device-free area, giving children opportunities to explore and nurture their senses in a natural way. Healthy food all over with the innovative plant-based all-inclusive formula (Yes! super delicious vegan food!) and luxury oceanfront suites on a secluded white sand beach.

Learn to surf at Paradis Plage Surf, Yoga & Spa Resort - Morocco

Relaxed and chilled surf, yoga and spa resort located on a beautiful 5 km sandy beach with a contemporary Moroccan style. This is a great spot for both parents and children to learn new skills. Paradis plage offers surfing, bodyboard, stand up paddle, fitness & crossfit, yoga, kayak, table-tennis, bocce Ball, mini-foot and dromedary/horse rides for teenagers. The kids club welcomes kids aged 4-11. Complete your day in the spa with the parent-child massage. Their 2-bedroom Prestige Suite is great for families. What we love about Paradis Plage? There is something for everyone. Get better at the sports you know and try out new ones!

Healthy lifestyle for kids at Zulal Wellness Resort - Qatar

Zulal Discovery follows the sustainable Zulal's exclusive 'Family Wellness' philosophy, teaching children the value of a healthy and sustainable lifestyle with age-appropriate activities. It is quite unique, this concept, as Zulal dedicates a whole section in their resort to family wellbeing. While younger children are encouraged to explore, with nature-based outings, arts and crafts, older children can spend their time being active, with kayaking, dancing and personal training. Retreats are divided by age groups, with four programs for the children and separate ones for parents. Health food is at a high level at Zulal and there is a wide offer in activities for the whole family to strengthen the bond between parents and children.

Multi-Sports all over at Pine Cliffs Ocean Suites - Portugal

Unparalleled luxury and comfort in an elegant hotel with spa situated on the longest beach in the Algarve. One of the best Sport, Fitness & Outdoor hotels in Europe, by the sea! With many sports and wellness programs, great instructors, elegant hotel, beautiful spa and a golf course nearby. The summer months (June – September) are great for children. Pine cliffs offers in these months a Kids club, a Junior club, a tennis academy, mini-golf, a pirate boat, tree climbing, and… for football fans, a real sports/soccer academy (4-16 years). There is an on-site golf course, a state-of-the-art spa and a wide range of fitness and boot camp programs for parents who want to get active. Oceans Suites offers connecting rooms (connecting door) or you can book the apartments with multiple rooms.

Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa - Cyprus

The word ‘luxury’ doesn’t often feel compatible with family-friendly holidays, but Parklane offers a good blend for wellbeing, luxury and children’s fun. The kids will particularly enjoy the Park Kidz, a 3.000 m2 complex with its own pirate-themed two-storey castle and pirate ship. An area for teenagers includes a mini-football pitch with a Football Escapes seasonal academy operated by qualified coaches. During the summer season, Parklane offers children an exclusive football academy held by a host of top international football stars. And whilst the kids are kept entertained, you can slow down and enjoy the luxurious Kalloni Spa in the style of an ancient temple. This 3000 m2 Kalloni Spa focuses on relaxation and rejuvenation that offers a wide range of Cypriot massages, facials and thalassotherapy treatments.

Great for adventure and outdoor - Six Senses Zighy Bay - Oman

Luxury at its highest, countless facilities, unrivalled service and delicious food make Six Senses Zighy Bay a dream resort for those on a wellness retreat and holidaymakers alike. Combine family fitness with a taste of adventure at this luxury retreat in Oman, set upon its own private beach and surrounded by spectacular mountains. With a dedicated Kids clubs for children and teens, youngsters can enjoy activities including treasure hunts, swimming relays and beach bowling, as the teens try out slack lining, rock climbing and yoga. With kayaking, mountain biking and paragliding make it an ideal destination for an exhilarating family adventure holiday, where there is no end to the excitement for parents and kids alike. Six Senses Zighy Bay offers various (duplex) villas with one or more bedrooms.

An Island full of Wellbeing at JOALI BEING - Maldives

Ultra-luxury JOALI BEING in the Maldives will welcome children for the first time this summer. This resort used to be an adults-only and will now introduce a children’s 7-day programme during the summer months June, July and August. The programme will teach young guests to connect with nature and discover the power of science and the importance of wellbeing in an exciting, fun and creative way’. It will offer age-appropriate activities such as jungle yoga, ‘Ninja’ martial arts classes, snorkelling lessons, MasterChef-style cooking classes, herbology workshops, dolphin cruise, ‘sea gardening’ practice and ‘nice-cream’ making class. Book a minimum three-night stay until 10 October 2023 and receive exclusive savings.

Uberluxury and wellbeing at AMARA - Cyprus

Let yourself indulgence in AMARA whilst your children are entertained. AMARA’s crèche is operational throughout the year (pre-booking is required). There is a kids and teenage club and there are options to book a babysitter (surcharge). AMARA’s gym offers fitness classes such as Pilates, Spinning, HIIT, Kettle Bell classes, Yoga or Swimming. AMARA’s premium tennis court provides professional coaching at every level, from children’s clubs to individual lessons. And for sleeping: the Deluxe rooms have connecting doors (upon request) and the 2-bedroom suites offer 2 bedrooms.

A village full of activities at Borgo Egnazia - Italy

Borgo Egnazia has 3 different clubs: the Trullalleri kids club for kids aged 3-7. Young kids club Marinai (8-12) who organises adventure parks, pool games, go-kart and dance competitions, art and crafts workshops and five-a-side football tournaments every day. And there is the Tarantari teen club, dedicated to fun an doing activites together, such as diving and snorkling in the blue sea, outdoor sports challenges and cooking lessons.

Marleen

This blog is written by Marleen, the founder of PureandCure.com. She travels around the world in search of the best Health & Wellbeing Hotels, Spas and Retreats and shares her know-how, experiences and observations through her blogs.