A summer vacation in Jamaica is always a fun experience.

Take the kids with you and it's double the fun, especially when you book a stay at a child-friendly resort.

If you've stayed at one before, you'll notice that the daily itinerary for your little ones is set before you even put a foot on the plane.

From fun-filled water parks to entertaining lunch and dinner concerts and endless buffets of local and international cuisine, your kids will continually remind you that they are having the time of their lives.

There are so many to choose from in Jamaica, it can be challenging to choose the right one.

So we've done the honors for you. Here are the top kid-friendly resorts in Jamaica. 
 

Jewel Runaway Bay

Only just becoming a kid-friendly resort, Jewel Runaway has quickly become a popular choice for family summer vacations.

It earns its spot on the list with a recording studio for teens, a kids club, and a laser tag ranch.

The resort offers other activities like parent and kids golfing and 'mommy and me' spas. 

Beaches Negril Resort & Spa, Negril

Situated on the world-famous Seven Mile beach in Negril, it's an elegant all-inclusive that is screaming kid-friendly.

The first thing to note is the grand waterpark situated on the beach.

Pirate Island is filled with kid-friendly pools, waterslides, lazy rivers, and swim-up soda bars.

From oceanfront suites to the family concierge, Beaches Negril is the perfect family summer vacation. 

Half Moon, Montego Bay

Kids up to 16 years old eat and sleep for free at this luxurious family resort set on 400 acres of manicured property with two miles of beachfront.

Anancy Children’s Village has a series of multi-colored huts that offer fun activities and games like arts and crafts, video games, and bedtime stories.

The large property also features a mini-golf course, a playground horseback riding stables, private tours to Dolphin Cove, and full-time nannies. 

Round Hill Hotel & Villas, Montego Bay

Though the stylish former sugar plantation resort has no TV's, it is a top choice for family summer vacations.

The Pineapple Club is a base camp for tie-dyeing t-shirts, jungle expeditions that kids enjoy, and beautiful pools designed with kids in mind.

Franklyn D. Resort & Spa, Runaway Bay

Franklyn D. Resort & Spa is like a home away from home with a personal nanny available for your entire stay.

The child-friendly atmosphere and lovely staff will make your kids want to come back.

You can expect to experience a stress-free summer vacation with many water sports, shopping tours, snorkeling, bicycle rentals, and much more.

Where memories are made

Most kid-friendly resorts in Jamaica have a dedicated kids club or playroom where the kids can be kids.

This feature gives the adults much-needed time away for rest, relaxation, and exploration of other resort activities and features.

Do yourself (and your kids) the biggest favor and book a child-friendly resort for your next trip to Jamaica.