Choosing a region for family vacation
family destinations: spend time with fun
A trip to this country can be planned at any time of year, as long as a busy programme is a priority. There's plenty to see and do in Spain, in addition to the warm, clear sea and wide, sandy Blue Flag beaches, and there's plenty to see and do for adults and children alike. But suppose you're planning a family holiday during the high season. In that case, book your accommodation well in advance, as Spain's best resorts are flooded with tourists and getting into a hotel is difficult. All of the cities in Spain are appealing and distinctive and have their own identity, which will not disappoint visitors. Barcelona and Seville, Valencia and Madrid, Costa Brava and Mallorca — enchanting and inspiring names that have captivated millions of adults, teenagers and kids. The map of Spain's resorts is so vast and varied that it can be confusing without tips and hints. This section provides detailed descriptions of resorts perfect for travellers with children, accessible attractions that are within easy reach, the quality of the beaches and all the activities available for all ages. See pictures of the resorts and be reassured that choosing Spain as a family holiday destination is suitable.
The best resorts for families
We start with Barcelona, deservedly loved and admired by everyone who visits it. With a mild Mediterranean climate and almost constant sunny days, the scent of orange groves and architectural masterpieces, clean municipal beaches, and numerous museums, the Collserola Natural Park and amusement parks, Barcelona offers visitors an extensive cultural and entertainment programme for weeks to come. In high season, the city is jam-packed with tourists worldwide, even at night. But also during the off-season and winter, the resort is a magnet for art and architecture enthusiasts, with a special Christmas-time vibe, bright colours and festive anticipation.
The temperamental southern region of Seville has a massive theme park with a water park and many attractions. Youngsters will love the excursions to the Cathedral and the adventurous book-looking squares and alleyways.
Valencia is a beautiful place for those who prefer peace and relaxation. This resort, located in the east of Spain, on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, has clean beaches with a gentle approach and equipped playgrounds, ancient Baroque buildings, futuristic buildings, museums, parks, and gardens. Beach holidays can be interspersed with exciting excursions. Life at the resort is unhurried and quiet.
Just outside Valencia lies the children's resort of the Costa Blanca. The resorts in this region have wide golden beaches and various activities for children. It has everything for a perfect holiday for kids, so you won't find any hotels free in the high season. If your baby can't stand the heat, we recommend paying attention to the Costa Brava — the "coolest" corner of the Spanish coast. Here, even at the height of summer, the average temperature is +25, and the summer rains fill the air with the scent of orange and pine.
Resorts in Spain for children have a lot of educational, exciting and breathtaking things to do. For families who prefer a busy and active holiday, where beach relaxation is just a supplement, we recommend Tenerife, one of the Canary Islands, Spain's southernmost resort. Sea walks, exciting hiking trails, meeting exotic birds and animals, and even playing with lemurs will make such a holiday unforgettable. The choice is yours!
Prices in Spain's resorts
When preparing for your trip, we recommend looking at Spain's resorts on a map and reading tourist reviews, clarifying the climate and distance from local attractions, and inquiring about prices and accommodation conditions. It is not a cheap holiday, but there are plenty of ways to save money on accommodation, public transport, and museums. You can find information about these options. Please note that if you set your mind to it, finding all-inclusive resorts in Spain is possible. But extensive animation in hotels, playgrounds, swimming pools with slides, adapted for the baby menu and other privileges for tourists with small children offers a minimal number of hotels, and only in some resorts. Therefore, supporters of "all-inclusive" and hotel show programs are better off going to the resorts of Turkey or Egypt.
Resorts of Spain, however, is a vivid and unforgettable experience. It is enough to leave the hotel, go to the beach or the town, visit any café or restaurant, and neither you nor your child will be short of entertainment or delicious and healthy food. There will be so many impressions and positive emotions that your family will return to the hotel every time, tired and happy.
Popular resorts for children offer free accommodation in a room with parents. An infant can sleep in a cot, provided free of charge in family-run hotels. Breakfasts, breakfasts and dinners can be included in the room rate. Many hotels have apartments with a kitchenette equipped with everything you need for self-cooking. But to visit Spain and not enjoy the local specialities prepared by expert chefs is a significant letdown. Children will be delighted to gobble up fruit and pastries, and foodies are not the only ones to enjoy the delicacies in the towns' tavernas.
If you are used to four- and five-star hotels, you will be pleasantly surprised: in Spain, although most hotels claim a three or 4-star rating (and many apart-hotels don't even have this category), the level of service is excellent. Clean and comfortable rooms will satisfy traditional expectations of tourists with children, and friendly staff will help solve all household issues. In this case, the cost of living in such a room — is quite democratic. But demanding guests in Spain are sure to find luxury apartments and suites. Almost every resort has premium hotels and hotels specializing in services for families with babies. However, you should book your room in advance, not before the trip.
Many families opt for smaller resorts close to tourist leaders like Barcelona to save money on accommodation. Transport links are excellent, and public transport is very friendly for travellers with little ones. Rely on the advice and recommendations, up-to-date and reliable information posted in this section, and you can choose a resort in Spain for an unforgettable family holiday, according to your financial capabilities. Have a great trip!