Few hotel brands deliver for families as consistently as Four Seasons. The combination of exceptional service, spacious accommodation and genuinely thoughtful programming for children means that across its global portfolio, a Four Seasons stay rarely disappoints. But with properties spanning every continent, knowing which ones work best specifically for families requires a little more than brand loyalty.

At The Family Suite, we curate the world's finest hotels for design-conscious families. Here is our expert edit of the Four Seasons properties we recommend most, and why each one earns its place.

Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor Mallorca, Spain

Originally opened in 1929 and fully reopened in 2025 following an extensive renovation, Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor sits on a spectacular peninsula on the island's northern shore, set within 40 hectares of forested land overlooking crystal clear waters. The result is one of the most beautiful hotel settings in the Mediterranean, and one that works superbly for families.

The Kids For All Seasons programme runs daily from 10am to 5pm, offering hands-on crafts, imaginative games and cultural discoveries designed to blend learning with play, while the Youth For All Seasons programme gives teens their own stylish retreat. For families, snorkelling off the beach introduces children to the marine life of the Mediterranean, while family day trips to Mallorca's famous sea caves offer boat rides on an underground lake.

Accommodation includes family and friends suites with adjoining rooms offering multiple bedrooms for extra privacy and comfort. The resort was awarded Best New Hotel 2025 by Condé Nast Traveller Spain, making this the moment to visit.

The Family Suite says: The setting is genuinely hard to beat anywhere in Europe. The combination of a legendary beach, pine forest, exceptional food and a newly renovated property makes Mallorca at Formentor one of our strongest recommendations for summer 2026.

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay Bali, Indonesia

Set on a 14-hectare property overlooking Jimbaran Bay, Four Seasons Bali at Jimbaran Bay features 147 villas organised into seven clusters, each led by its own Kelian or village chief, inspired by traditional Balinese village life. The all-villa format gives families immediate privacy, space and a genuine sense of escape.

The Umah Rare Kids Club, translating as house of children in Balinese, offers a daily changing programme rooted in Bali's cultural tapestry and natural beauty, from crab hunting and kite making to coconut bowling and Balinese dance for children up to age 12. Families can also learn to surf in the sheltered confines of Jimbaran Bay or explore Bali's cultural heritage through cooking classes at the Jala Cooking Academy.

Families should consider the Family Premier Villa, which features a spacious master bedroom adjoining a children's room, with a terrace and infinity edge plunge pool overlooking the Indian Ocean.

The Family Suite says: Jimbaran Bay is one of the great family hotels of Southeast Asia. The beach, the villas, the cultural programming and the service combine to create a stay that works effortlessly for all ages. The sunsets from the Sundara beach club are extraordinary.

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

Where Jimbaran Bay offers beach and ocean, Four Seasons Bali at Sayan offers something entirely different: a true jungle escape set in the Ayung River valley, where lush greenery, working rice paddies and the sounds of the river create an atmosphere of complete immersion in Bali's natural landscape.

The Pici Pici Kids Club, meaning little snail in Balinese, offers cultural experiences, creative games and active sports for children aged four to twelve, including visits to the resort's abundant vegetable garden. The resort features a kids club with its own treehouse and a highly recommended Balinese farming experience where children can plant rice alongside local farmers.

A unique feature of the resort is the arrival by river raft option when transferring from the Four Seasons sister resort at Jimbaran Bay, making a two-centre Bali itinerary combining beach and jungle genuinely special.

The Family Suite says: Sayan is smaller and more intimate than Jimbaran Bay and the better choice for families seeking a genuine cultural immersion alongside their luxury stay. Combining both properties into a single Bali trip is something we recommend highly.

Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo sits on 1,400 acres of dry tropical forest on the Pacific coast, flanked by two private beaches and offering families everything from Kids For All Seasons to the outdoor Papagayo Explorers and the Tuanis Teen Center.

The recently opened Papagayo Park features a dry playground, splash pad, small water slides, a climbing wall and a pump track for biking and scootering, making it one of the most impressive family activity spaces of any luxury resort in the Americas. The Papagayo Explorers programme takes families on zip-line tours through dry tropical forest, with children as young as five gliding between platforms with experienced staff.

Wildlife is a constant presence throughout the resort, with monkeys, iguanas, deer and coatis frequently spotted along the trails and golf cart paths.

The Family Suite says: Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo is our recommendation for adventurous families who want more than a beach holiday. The combination of wildlife, outdoor activities, two beaches and exceptional family programming makes it one of the most complete family resort experiences in the world.

Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita East Coast, Mauritius

Following an extensive seven-month transformation completed in late 2025, Four Seasons Mauritius at Anahita has reopened fully reimagined, celebrating the natural wonders of Mauritius, the diversity of its culture and the promise of timeless elegance and island living.

The Kids For All Seasons programme for children aged four to nine is set within the charming Hobbit Village Kids Club, complete with a swimming and paddling pool, amphitheatre, bakery, quiet room and sandpit, while the Teens Club offers a dedicated clubhouse with DJ booth, home cinema and the latest games for children aged ten and above.

Complimentary daily golf on two championship courses, including the Ernie Els designed course at Anahita Golf Club and the Bernhard Langer signature course on the iconic Ile aux Cerfs island, makes this exceptional for multi-generational families where golf is part of the picture.

The Family Suite says: The newly renovated Mauritius at Anahita is the most complete Indian Ocean family resort in our collection. The all-villa design, private island access, exceptional dining and broad activity offering across all ages make it a natural choice for families seeking a long-haul escape that works for everyone.

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