Some hotels make family vacations easy, offering suites large enough for the whole crew (super cost-effective!) in the most popular family-friendly destinations.
If you, and your family, have been searching for just such a resort or hotel, we’ve included six amazing properties sure to make your heart sing.
Check out these best in class properties featuring amenities ranging from ocean views, to world-class golf, and a ranch that will have you riding off into the sunset.
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort | Kauai, HI
Family-friendly Suites: The resort’s oceanfront suites are perfect for families needing extra space. With approximately 1,200 square feet, families have plenty of room to relax and spread out after a fun-filled day. Oceanfront Suites feature a king-sized bed in the master bedroom, pull-out sofa, rollaway beds upon request and mini refrigerators. Suites have sweeping ocean views and balconies that are perfect for enjoying a cocktail once the kids are in bed. Just steps from suite to sand, families will appreciate the resort’s beach service and the convenience of alternating between the crystal blue ocean and dedicated family pool. Other family-friendly highlights include a new oceanfront bike path, specially curated picnics, daily cultural activities, show stopping luau dinner show and soon-to-open arcade.
Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa | Indian Wells, CA
Family-friendly Suite: The Palm Springs Terrace Suite offers 1,100 square feet of indoor space, plus a showstopping private outdoor balcony to soak in the panoramic views of the resort’s lagoon against a mountainous backdrop. The suite comes complete with a fully stocked customizable bar, full-size fridge, separate living and sleeping accommodations with two queen beds, two sleeper sofas, and two full bathrooms. There is plenty of space for families to relax after a full day at the resort’s new water park featuring dueling water slides, lazy river and splash pad.
Grand Hotel | Mackinac Island, MI
Family-friendly Suite: The Masco Cottage is the resort’s four-bedroom suite that sleeps up to eight guests. ideal for families looking to get away together. Featuring a private walkway and vibrant decor, it combines the atmosphere of a charming cottage on Mackinac Island with the amenities of a luxury resort. The cottage includes a full kitchen with a stocked refrigerator, private outdoor hot tub, complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres served in the cottage before dinner and daily breakfast, lunch and dinner at Grand Hotel. Hotel highlights include 16 onsite restaurants, horseback riding, biking, hiking trails, golf, tennis and more.
Park Hyatt Aviara | Carlsbad, CA
Family-friendly Suite: The resort’s Palmer Suite allows guests to relax comfortably in the 2,180-square-foot, golf-inspired two-bedroom suite. The suite features a king bed in the primary bedroom and twin queens in the second, sofa sleeper, separate living room, kitchenette, dining area that seats eight, three full bathrooms, and three large furnished walk-out terraces. The suite’s design elements include details of the course and a putting green on the patio where families can perfect their golf game from the comfort of their suite. Other on-property highlights include a family pool with wading pool and water playground with splash features, kid-sized picnic tables and game room complete with air hockey, Xbox and Wii games. The resort is located minutes from Legoland and other popular San Diego attractions.
Tanque Verde Ranch | Tucson, AZ
Family friendly suites: One of the premier dude ranch resorts in the country, the property’s spacious accommodations are fit for groups of all sizes, including a 2 bedroom casita and 2-3 unit suites, so the whole family can stay together. The ranch’s truly endless list of activities includes options suitable for all ages and fitness levels (including morning cactus walks, nature center presentations, watercolor workshops, and many more), so adults and grandparents can enjoy their vacation as well.
Vinland Hotel + Lounge | Solvang, CA
Family-friendly Suite: The hotel’s two-story Wine Country Loft offers intimate yet comfortable accommodations for up to six guests. There is enough space for everyone to get ready to explore Solvang with separate bathroom and vanity spaces. Relax and enjoy a movie together or take some alone time to catch up on work at the spacious in-room desk. Equipped with a separate entrance and king size bed, the loft allows parents to slip down to the V Lounge while the kids sleep in the two queen beds on the main floor.
