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Even though Cancun has a reputation for being a party destination, there are plenty of things that make it a great family vacation destination too.
Everyone can enjoy snorkeling in the warm Caribbean water, soaking up the sun on the stunning white sand beaches, exploring the ancient Mayan ruins, and being pampered at one of the city’s family-friendly luxury all-inclusive resorts.
And one new all-inclusive, in particular, is perfect for a family vacation, and we’ll tell you why.
The Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun
The Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun, an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort, opened in December 2022.
The Marriott branded resort is located only about 35 minutes from Cancun International Airport, in a more secluded part of the city, away from the bustling Hotel Zone.
Despite its quieter location, it is still close enough to all that Cancun has to offer.
@budderflywingz Vaca 2023 #1 Got a chance to stay at the new Royalton Splash Resort in Cancun!! I booked the walkout plunge pool suite! Selfcare at this new staycation was fabulous! ##royaltonsplash##marriottbonvoy##marriott##cancunmexico##staycation##selfcaretiktok##solotravelwoman##cancun2023##foryou##fouryoupage##fyp##blackgirltiktok ♬ Deep Green – Christian Kuria
Why The Resort Is Perfect For Families
The massive Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun property is a haven for children of all ages and for adults too.
On it, you will not only have the luxury of three family-friendly infinity pools, but you’ll also find one of the largest water parks in the Mexican Caribbean, featuring lazy rivers, splash pads, and 10 giant water slides.
The resort property also has a bowling alley, laser tag, an arcade, and a three-level kid’s club, supervised so parents can take a break from the kids for a little alone time.
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Resort Accommodations
There are 1,005 suites at the Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun, each featuring a private terrace or balcony, luxurious DreamBeds, and signature rain showers.
Suites also come with a complimentary fully stocked minibar and 24-hour room service.
Diamond Club suites feature jacuzzi tubs in the suites, and some suites even have swim-out pools, a feature the whole family will love.
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Resort Dining
In addition to being able to take advantage of 24-hour complimentary in-room dining, there are 12 restaurants on-site to choose from as well, including a 24-hour dessert and coffee spot.
Guests can indulge in gourmet dining from places like The Winery, The Cave, Hunter Steakhouse, Agave, Rio, and more.
In addition, there are plenty of kid-friendly options, which include a gelato shop, a quick poolside bites eatery, a beachside food truck, and a pizza and snack spot located conveniently near the kid’s club.
A gourmet International buffet is also available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and multiple bars are located throughout the property.
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Nearby Family-Friendly Attractions
The Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun is perfectly situated to enjoy a number of nearby family-friendly attractions.
Multiple Mayan ruins are within a few hours from the resort, hundreds of cenotes are in the region, and there are a number of nearby adventure parks that offer fun for the whole family.
Many of these can be accessed with a tour package, so if you aren’t renting a car during your vacation, you can still visit some of these exciting attractions.
@joepaulrod This past October visiting the Mayan Pyramids in Chichen Itza .. Mind blowing #chichenitzá #mayan #cancun #mayanruins #mexico #fyp #news #parati #mexicocheck #buckelist #travel #hiking ♬ Mayan Dance – David Adrian
Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun Reviews
Some guests that stayed at the Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun right after it opened commented that maybe it wasn’t quite ready to welcome guests.
But most more recent reviewers have had nothing but good things to say about the resort.
The pools, the water park, and the service from the staff were among the features that received the most positive reviews from guests who have stayed at the resort.
@royaltonresorts Are you ready to Splash Into Fun at the new Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun? #RoyaltonSplash #Cancun #WaterPark #SlideIntoFun #TravelLife ♬ FEEL THE GROOVE – Queens Road, Fabian Graetz
Cancun Continues To Grow In Popularity
There are hundreds of all-inclusive resorts in the Mexican Caribbean but Cancun is one of the most popular vacation destinations in Mexico.
For this reason, you can expect more family-friendly resorts to pop up as it becomes more popular for families too.
It will be hard to beat the Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun, though, as it is the perfect resort for a family vacation.
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