The swimming pools are a highlight at this Caribbean resort.
Traveling with kids in tow is never easy, however there are smart strategies that can help. If your parents come along, for example, you might be lucky enough to sneak out for a date night or two while the little ones bond over board games or an in-room movie with their grandparents. Choosing the right hotel, that will be fun for both kids and parents, is key. An all-inclusive resort that has baby-friendly items like bathtubs, highchairs, and cribs to make packing easy is a great start. Keep reading to learn about one of the most family-friendly properties in sunny Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
The first thing you’ll notice when you arrive at Finest Punta Cana, an all-inclusive resort set right on the beach with stunning views of the north Atlantic Ocean, is how contemporary and chic the design elements are. Just because you’re vacationing with children doesn’t mean that you have to endure a primary-colored aesthetic throughout all the spaces. Accommodations here cater to families, of all ages, offering plenty of dining options, swimming pools, and access to sand and sea. It’s a multigenerational haven.
Adults-Only vs. Family-Friendly
There's something for everyone with The Excellence Collection.
Beyond Finest Punta Cana, the brand, “The Excellence Collection”, also includes two adults-only Excellence Resorts: Excellence El Carmen and Excellence Punta Cana. All three properties have their own vibe, including diverse music, dining opportunities, and age-appropriate entertainment. The benefit here is that if you’re visiting the Dominican Republic with your multigenerational family, the adults in the group can choose to stay at the family-friendly property or at nearby adults-only properties. (Excellence El Carmen neighbors Finest Punta Cana, and Excellence Punta Cana is about a 10 minutes’ drive away.)
What to Expect
Sun and sand, plus plenty of pool time are waiting for families at this resort.
At Finest Punta Cana, you can expect to find plenty of activities for all ages. Kids will most definitely want to beeline to the main pool where there’s a giant climb-on splash pad structure that kids can bounce on. And, while there are a dozen restaurants, including food trucks and a cute grab-and-go market with sandwiches and pain au chocolat, your family might find that it’s easier to order room service, which is available around the clock, and relax in your suite while watching cartoons. It’s all up to you—you’re on vacation!
Room Categories to Choose From
Vacationers can choose from a variety of room categories.
Depending on your level of comfort as well as your group’s size, there are accommodations that will delight your family. From the Junior Suite Pool View to the Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool to the Junior Swim-Up Suite to rooms with ocean views, rooftop terraces, and private pools, there are many categories to choose from, varying in price and scale. The family suites, for example, are large and can accommodate five beachgoers.
When you reserve an Excellence Club suite, you’ll have access to adults-only swimming pools, bars, restaurants, and beach areas where the ambiance is a bit more tranquil and calm. From the moment you arrive, you’ll have exclusive perks like a private check-in and access to the Excellence Club Lounge. Your accommodations will include upgraded amenities like Bvlgari toiletries, a fully stocked minibar with premium products, an enhanced room service menu, daily in-room fruit and petit fours, and a relaxing hydrotherapy treatment during your stay. It’s an elevated experience to say the least.
Something for Everyone
Entertainment abounds at all of the resorts in The Excellence Collection.
If you’re looking for an easy-to-plan getaway with your family, Finest Punta Cana is an outstanding fit for multigenerational families. Everyone will love swimming in the ocean, building sandcastles on the wide stretches of beach, splashing around in the swimming pools, and dining at some of the best restaurants the island has to offer.
With the Imagine Kids Club, which includes the Stay and Play for babies and toddlers with parental supervision, Mini Club for ages 3—6, and Maxi Club for ages 6—11, kids will never be bored. Parents can enjoy an uninterrupted meal at one of the resort’s restaurants while older kids play to their heart’s content.
Try a spa treatment with your kids in tow.
And, if you’re looking to get a spa treatment, you can include the kids as well. From manicures and pedicures to facials and massages, your little ones can indulge in bliss right alongside their parents at ONE Spa.
Everyone will be taken care of on this relaxing vacation, no matter what age. You’ll create indelible memories while soaking up the sun and bonding together over a lovely family-friendly holiday.
