Accommodations

Best Kid-Friendly Over-the-Water Bungalows

Last updated 16th October 2017

If you dream of stepping off your deck straight into the water or watching tropical fish beneath your feet in your glass bottom villa, here’s list of top family-friendly resorts with over-the-water bungalows where you can do just that.

 

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, Maldives

Condrad Maldives is a swanky resort located in the South Ari Atoll, a thrilling 30-minute seaplane ride from the international airport at Male. Their over-the-water bungalows are built in a private area of the lagoon. Family Water Villas are plenty big enough and come with a huge deck and whirlpool, which of course will be a hit with the whole family. The many resort facilities include numerous restaurants, a spa, two pools and a kids’ club for 3 to 12 year olds. 

Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, Maldives

Anantara Dhigu is a Maldivian paradise located in the South Male Atoll, a 35-minute speedboat ride from Male International Airport. Its rustic chic design blends with traditional local touches and facilities include a spa and four restaurants. There are 38 stylish over-the-water villas with glass bottomed viewing areas that will enthrall your little travellers. The resort is popular with families and has an array of children’s activities including cooking lessons as well as a kids club.

The St Regis Bora Bora Resort, French Polynesia

St Regis Bora Bora is a Polynesian paradise where younger guests are treated like VIPS. The exquisite Premier Otemanu Over Water Villas are perfectly suited to families and come with 24-hour butler service – they’ll even babysit your kids, so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the views. There’s a complimentary kids club and an array of land and water activities to keep the whole family entertained.

Le Meridien Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Le Meridien Bora Bora is quite possibly the ultimate tropical retreat, catering to families as well as honeymooners. Renovated in a contemporary design, it has a host of kid-friendly amenities including two swimming pools and its own turtle sanctuary. The glass-bottom overwater bungalows are stunning and while your little ones are mesmerized by the fish swimming beneath their feet, you can relax and enjoy the jaw-dropping view across Mount Otemanu.

InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa, French Polynesia

For a fun-filled family vacation of a lifetime, check into the InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa. Set in 27 acres of lush gardens and sandy beaches on the edge of a lagoon, this luxurious hotel is the ultimate island hideaway, offering exquisite accommodation and state-of-the-art facilities. The 75-square meter Junior Suite Overwater Bungalows are ideal if you have tots in tow.

Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows, Florida

If you prefer something closer to home, then look no further than Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows in Orlando. Mid-century modern meets traditional Polynesian style in their stunning over-the-water bungalows. This modern tropical paradise is minutes from Magic Kingdom Park and the Disney theme parks, plus there’s swimming pools, resort activities and a kids’ club.

Songsaa Private Island, Cambodia

Located a 45-minute speedboat ride from Sihanoukville Port, this laid-back paradise is perfect for families. Their spectacular over-the-water villas accommodate up to six guests and come with private pools and oversized sunken bathtubs. There is an array of impressive amenities at the resort and plenty of adventures to be had for tiny travelers too!

Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort, Malaysia

Wake up to dreamy water views at the family-friendly Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort in Malaysia. There are 315 spacious over-the-water villas spread out in the shape of a palm tree. The Family Villas are a great size and have two bedrooms and two bathrooms. When you feel like escaping, drop your kids in the Avanikids club and head to the spa.

Note: There are sometimes minimum age requirements for overwater bungalows or your kids have to be able to swim. The bungalows can often be child proofed.