Mallorca with Kids: The Best Places for Family Vacation 2025

Mallorca remains one of the most beloved destinations for Germans. The island offers something for everyone and provides adventures for the young and old alike. We show you where a family vacation in Mallorca works best.

The love for Mallorca seems to be ingrained in German DNA. Since the 1950s, when the first plane with 30 German travelers landed in Mallorca, the affection for the Balearic island has remained strong. If you're planning to travel to Mallorca with your family, you'll find many options. From the most beautiful vacation towns to the most family-friendly hotels: We've got the best tips for an unforgettable family vacation in Mallorca.

In the northeast of Mallorca, about 34 miles from Palma, lies the resort town of Alcúdia. This once sleepy town has transformed over time into a popular vacation paradise. Today, around 20,000 people live in the community, which stretches between two picturesque bays. Families with babies and toddlers especially love it here.

Alcúdia boasts long, shallow beaches, the Port d'Alcúdia harbor, and a charming old town with a wide selection of restaurants. There are also many hotels, all-inclusive resorts, and excellent infrastructure for excursions in the surrounding area. A highlight is Playa de Muro. The long sandy beach is perfect for families. The water is shallow and calm, and there are many shade-giving trees, loungers, cafes, and restaurants.

Just about six miles away is the former fishing village of Can Picafort, in the center of the Bay of Alcúdia. Today, the small town has fully embraced tourism. The coastal town is so well-developed that it almost feels like a purpose-built tourist complex.

There's no historic center, but it's quieter than in Alcúdia - and tourists have everything they need for a dream vacation. Can Picafort is known for fine beaches with shallow water, especially attractive to families. Along the promenade, you'll find an array of restaurants, cafes, and hotels. There's something for every vacation budget.

For a family vacation away from the largest tourist crowds, you should head to Port de Pollença in the northeast of Mallorca. Although the town is touristy, it has retained the charm of a fishing village. Many families visit here, drawn by the smaller, quieter stretches of sandy beach, beachside playgrounds, and many child-friendly cafes and restaurants.

Children can bathe safely at the beach since the water is shallow and gently sloping. The long promenade is car-free and especially suitable for strollers. Both in the center and on the beach, everything you need for a vacation is available: a good selection of restaurants and cafes, supermarkets, and numerous hotels, many specializing in families.

At the southern tip of Mallorca lies Colònia de Sant Jordi in the municipality of Ses Salines. Originally a fishing village, the coastal town has grown ready for tourists over time. Today, Colònia de Sant Jordi is tourist-friendly, though it doesn't experience mass tourism. Therefore, families with older and younger children often vacation here.

Colònia de Sant Jordi offers excellent infrastructure, many excursion options, and a lovely selection of hotels, restaurants, and cafes. A main reason for the region's popularity is the beaches that stretch flat and for miles along the Mediterranean. A highlight is the natural beach Es Trenc, one of the longest and most beautiful beaches on the island. The beach has fine, white sand and clear water.

In the southeast of the island is the small resort town of Cala d'Or with its namesake bathing bay. Just an hour away from the party hotspot El Arenal, the mood here is entirely different. It's much quieter and more family-oriented in this community of about 4,000 people, which has slowly developed into a vacation spot.

Cala d'Or stands for fine, white sandy beaches and calm bays, stunning nature, and family-friendly hotels - making it ideal for those seeking relaxation and families. Although the hotel offerings have grown in recent years, there are no hotel complexes. Instead, the sandy beaches invite visitors with swimming, snorkeling, boat tours, or other water activities that especially delight children.

On the east coast of Mallorca lies the charming harbor and fishing town of Porto Cristo. If you're searching for a family-friendly vacation destination, this is the place. The atmosphere is enchanting: the village has retained its historic core and attracts visitors with old town alleys, old stone houses, and a winding harbor.

Porto Cristo offers many family-friendly hotels and restaurants. The nearest larger town, Manacor, is just 7.5 miles away. Nearby lies an adventure for young and old alike: the Coves del Drac. These are over a mile of dragon caves hiding stalactite formations and mysterious lakes.

If you like short distances and want to vacation near both the airport and Palma, you should land in Santa Ponça in the southwest of Mallorca. The vacation spot is just 15 miles from the island's capital. The town center is a classic vacation spot surrounded by mountains, forests, and beaches.

Santa Ponça has two large sandy beaches: the 560-yard Playa de Santa Ponça and the smaller bay Caló d'en Pellisser. For younger children, there is shallow water and many playgrounds, while older children can enjoy water sports like surfing, sailing, diving, or jet skiing. Also great is the 'Jungle Park' in Santa Ponça: a sprawling rope climbing park high in the pine treetops.

For those who love to travel individually and want to avoid mass tourism, Deià in the northwest of Mallorca is the perfect choice. This picturesque village is in the mountains and is known for its beautiful scenery, artist colony, and relaxed atmosphere. Many families with slightly older children enjoy an active vacation here.

Deià is surrounded by olive groves, orange trees, and almond trees, offering fantastic hiking trails for the whole family. The area provides many sports activities, from hiking, cycling, to swimming. You can cool off in several small bays. A highlight is also the many local restaurants in the area.

On the beach in the Bay of Alcúdia, a bit outside the island town of Port d'Alcúdia, lies the 'Tui Kids Club Playa Garden', a paradise for children. Everything here revolves around the little guests. There is a huge pool landscape with five different pools and its own kids' and baby pool. Plus, there is a colorful program for children of all ages.

The kids' and youth animation program is extensive and caters to toddlers from the age of three to teenagers. There are theme days, DIY projects, rallies, a creative workshop, and a versatile sports program. All kids have a special kids' menu, mini discos, and kids' nights. Outside the German school holidays, a playgroup for children up to three is offered several times a week.

In the northeast of Mallorca is the four-star all-inclusive hotel 'Iberostar Waves Ciudad Blanca', known for its family-friendliness. If you check-in here, you'll stay in large family rooms with a separate bedroom for more privacy for parents and children. Culinary options include dishes from different countries, vegetarian meals, and, of course, special kids' menus.

Every day, a well-established animation program for different age groups is offered, including one for those over 14 years old, featuring activities like archery, billiards, and table tennis. The pool area is also impressive: there is a fun water park with slides just for kids, while parents can enjoy a massage in the spa area.

Want to sleep in a water park? Check! The three-star hotel 'Globales Bouganvilla' in Sa Coma in eastern Mallorca is part of the water park 'Splash World'. Here, numerous pools and slides create the ultimate water fun. Young children can splash in the children's pool with mini slides, and teenagers can engage in sports or compete at volleyball, billiards, and table tennis.

If you wish, you can book a classic double room, a family room, or an apartment. Various activities take place every day. Young children are catered for in the kids' club, and there is entertainment and animation for all age groups. The price includes a free shuttle service to Sa Coma Beach.

The pirates are on the rise in Mallorca. In Santa Ponça in the southwest of Mallorca, the 'Pirates Village' is an exciting themed hotel, where small children in particular get their money's worth. Those who check in here will feel like they're aboard a pirate ship. The entire hotel is designed around the original pirate theme.

The highlight is undoubtedly the pool area. The paddling pool 'Pirates Bay' offers endless water fun for the little ones - with exciting slides, mysterious caves, and refreshing waterfalls. There is a specific area for babies, ensuring the whole family can enjoy water and sun in a safe and entertaining environment.

On Playa del Muro, considered one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Mallorca, lies the four-star resort 'Zafiro Can Picafort'. The hotel sprawls over a lush green area, providing everything you need for a vacation with the family: a large pool area, a fitness studio, a spa area, and a colorful entertainment program.

In the hotel's water park, young children splash in the bubble pool, climb the pirate ship, or frolic in the children's pool with water slides. Particularly cool is the 'Aquatic Pendulum', a boomerang slide that lets children slide down on a float. Families can stay in various rooms. A highlight are the penthouse suites with a whirlpool on the terrace and swim-up suites with direct access to the pool.

Action and adventure are calling at the hotel 'Insotel Club Cala Mandia' at Cala Mandia. As soon as you enter the hotel grounds, you'll see that here, the little ones are the center of attention. There is a pool with a medieval slide castle, a pirate ship, and a whale skeleton. Water fun is definitely guaranteed, as the pool area covers a space of more than 21,500 square feet.

Babies and toddlers bathe safely in the children's pool with a gentle slope. In the indoor area, there is even a spa just for the little guests. Great for the parents: So not only the kids can enjoy their vacation, there is an adults-only area and a spa area for adults. The concept also applies to the rooms: There are suites and studios for families, but also a separate area with suites for adults.

On the southwestern coast of Mallorca, near the resort town of Paguera, the pools clearly take center stage at the 'Valentin Grand Park'. Of the seven pools on site, four are specifically designed to meet children's wishes, including one with a water park featuring water slides and play equipment.

And because that's not enough for vacation adventures, the hotel offers an extensive animation program. The club mascot Tino is always there. The entertainment is specialized for different age groups: Smaller children have access to a mini club with a mini disco, while older children experience many adventures in the maxi club. And for toddlers from 18 months, there is a designated baby club.

You can't find more circus fun for kids: The 'Viva Cala Mesquida Resort & Spa' at Cala Mesquida is a colorful mix of pirate and circus shows. Everything is vibrant and playful, whether at the hotel or the pool area, where kids can romp and splash in front of a pirate ship. The pirate mascot Bufo is always present.

The unique feature is the animation team, which offers a participatory circus for kids and a versatile program. Everything is tailored for children in two age groups: younger kids between four and seven, and older ones between eight and twelve. In the evening, there's entertainment for the whole family - from magic to acrobatics shows.

At Cala d'Or, one of the most beautiful bays in Mallorca, children will experience the vacation of a lifetime at 'Inturotel Esmeralda Park'. Here, everything revolves around family adventures on land and in water. In addition to the classic water fun at the pool, there are sports courts for soccer, volleyball, or basketball, a mini-golf course, and a game room with billiards and consoles.

There is a wide variety of entertainment offers six days a week, attuned to different age groups. Children aged four to seven engage in arts and crafts and play, while kids aged eight to twelve embark on adventures and compete in sports tournaments.

If you're traveling to Mallorca with teenagers, the 'Alcudia Garden Aparthotel' is the perfect place to meet their vacation needs. Here, activities for older children are the focus: from digital treasure hunts to escape rooms, Zumba, and archery. There's also a dedicated teen lounge with pool tables.

In the evening, there are shows for the whole family. Additionally, the hotel offers various activities for parents and younger and older children to enjoy together. Kids aged four to eleven can join the mini club, and there's also the 'Woogie Nature' program where it's all about discovering nature.

Where Robinson is written, family is inside: Near a sandy bay at Cala Serena lies the 'Robinson Cala Serena'. The all-inclusive resort sprawls over an expansive area with charming finca architecture. Among the bungalows, guests find numerous activities for young and old, with three restaurants and several bars.

Swimming and playing take place in three pools, including a 25-meter sport pool, a relaxation pool, and a children's pool. While kids between three and twelve are looked after at the 'Roby Club', parents can compete on 13 tennis courts or get creative in the studio. A colorful entertainment program is hosted every evening.

In the picturesque vacation spot of Cala Millor, the hotel 'Marins Playa' is the perfect choice for a family vacation in Mallorca. The hotel creates a great mix of fun for kids and relaxation for parents. Families can enjoy luxury family suites with a terrace or balcony, various restaurants and bars, a large pool area, and daily animation for children.

A highlight is their own pirate and children's pool with a pirate ship. The family hotel offers entertainment in the mini club for kids aged four to twelve and in the teen club for those aged 13 to 18. Parents can relax on the adults-only chill-out rooftop terrace with a hot tub, with wide views of the sea.

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