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Pico de Loro with kids
A calm cove beach, a kids' pool with a slide, and family suites a short walk from the sand.
The short answer
Why the cove works for kids
Pico de Loro Cove, on Hamilo Coast, is a gated resort community built around a sheltered bay, which makes it an easy place to bring young children.
The beach sits in a calm cove rather than open surf, so the water is gentle for little ones. There is a kids' pool with a slide beside the Country Club pool, and a resort shuttle that runs from 6 AM to 10 PM, so small legs never have to walk far between the buildings, the beach and the pool. Once you are inside the cove, everything a family needs is close together.
On the ground
Things kids love
A few of the things that keep children happy from morning to evening.
- Pool slide
- The kids' pool has its own slide, next to the larger Country Club pool for the grown-ups.
- The beach
- A calm, sheltered cove beach, a short and easy walk from the buildings.
- Bowling and table tennis
- Indoor games like bowling and table tennis suit older kids and rainy afternoons.
- Kayak with parents
- Kayak rentals are available at the cove, a gentle way to get on the water together.
There is more to fill a day than this — see our full guide to things to do in Pico de Loro for the pools, sports and water activities.
Where you sleep
Where families sleep
Both of our apartments sit inside the cove, but one is built for families.
The Family Suite is our widest layout, in the building closest to the beach — a short, easy walk of a few minutes to the sand. Two king rooms and a large sofa bed sleep six, with a full kitchen, fast fiber WiFi and Disney+ already signed in for quiet evenings. For a larger group, two of these units sit side by side, hotel-style, for up to twelve guests. They are limited, so reserve early.
Smaller families are just as at home in the Boutique Suite, a designed corner unit with a king room, a queen room and a sofa bed that also sleeps six, plus a balcony over the water. Whichever you choose, message us and we will help you match the layout to your family.
Good to know
Practical notes for families
A few details worth knowing before you arrive with children.
- Six guests per unit
- Each apartment sleeps up to six, and the resort applies this limit strictly. For a bigger group, ask us about side-by-side units for up to twelve.
- Cashless resort
- The cove is cashless. Bring a card or use GCash for the entrance fee and anything you buy on-site.
- Drinking water
- The first five-gallon bottle is provided; refills can be limited in peak season, so plan ahead for a thirsty family.
- Safety on call
- The cove has 24/7 reception, security and CCTV, with an ambulance on call. Young children should always be supervised at the beach and pool.
- Downtime built in
- Fiber WiFi is fast and reliable indoors, and Disney+ is already signed in on the suite TV for rest breaks and early bedtimes.
Wondering when to go? Our guide to the best time to visit Pico de Loro covers dry season, crowds and quieter weekdays.
Good questions
Frequently asked
Is Pico de Loro good for kids?
Yes. The cove has a calm, sheltered beach, a kids' pool with a slide alongside the Country Club pool, and a resort shuttle so small children do not have to walk far between the buildings, beach and pool.
Is there a kids' pool at Pico de Loro?
Yes. There is a kids' pool with a slide next to the main Country Club pool, both covered by the resort entrance fee. Message us and we will send the current rate sheet for your dates.
Which apartment is best for families?
The Family Suite is our widest layout, with two kings plus a sofa bed sleeping six, in the building closest to the beach. Smaller families often prefer the Boutique Suite. For groups up to twelve, ask us about side-by-side units.
How many guests can stay in one apartment?
Each apartment sleeps up to six guests, and the resort applies this limit strictly. Larger groups can book two side-by-side units, hotel-style, for up to twelve. They are limited, so reserve early.
Is the resort safe for young children?
The cove is a gated community with 24/7 reception, security and CCTV, and an ambulance on call. As with any beach and pool, young children should always be supervised by an adult.
Keep reading
More guides
- Things to do
- The pools, the courts, the water and the calm beach that fill a family day.
- Best time to visit
- Dry season for the beach, quiet weekdays for calm, and how to plan around both.
- Weekend itinerary
- A relaxed two-night plan, with a gentler variation for families with young kids.
Reservations
Reserve your stay
Book on Airbnb or message us to plan a family stay.
New to the cove? Start with our guide on getting to Pico de Loro.