There's no shortage of hotels in NYC, and as a born and bred New Yorker raising children here myself, I often find myself handing out recommendations for family-friendly hotels in NYC to friends and family who are planning their own NYC vacations. New York City is, of course, loaded with hotels, many of which are kid-friendly. And, while it's nice to have options, there are so many that it can feel overwhelming.

That's why we've compiled this list of 22 hotels in NYC for families based on a combination of personal experience, trusted recommendations from friends, and great reputations. These NYC hotels offer kid-friendly amenities, including pools, kid-friendly welcome treats, and even bunk beds. A number of our choices are located right next to top kid attractions; some are budget-friendly, and others are a splurge.

Our picks aren't all in Midtown Manhattan either. We've included places to stay with kids in Lower Manhattan, on the Upper West Side, Upper East Side, and even hotels in Brooklyn.

Once you've nailed down your hotel choice, check out our parent- and kid-tested recommendations for top attractions in NYC, our favorite children's museums in NYC, and much more in our NYC Visitors Guide for Families.

Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe—an immersive new theme park that’s now one of the biggest (and most expensive) in the world—is finally open in Orlando. And so are its new adjacent hotels: Stella Nova, Terra Luna, and the Helios Grand! All three Orlando hotels are operated by Loews Hotels in partnership with Universal and boast a range of amenities, including the unbeatable proximity to Epic Universe.

Whether you want to sleep in a Viking bed or perhaps galactic-themed digs, you can’t really go wrong with any these Epic Universe resorts. We have the inside scoop on the newest and coolest hotels, adjacent to the epically wonderful new theme park in Orlando!

Peach picking farms in Atlanta just makes sense — after all, Georgia is the Peach State! It seems every street has "Peachtree" in the name; heck, the fuzzy fruit even appears on our license plates! Peach picking in Atlanta occurs from mid-May to early August, though timing can be affected by issues regarding weather, crop health, etc. We're lucky to have access to great u-pick peach farms near Atlanta. Beyond peach picking, many Atlanta farms also offer entertaining, family-friendly.

Strawberries from the supermarket or farmer's market are tasty, but going strawberry picking in the Hudson Valley is a springtime experience worth savoring with your family. Fortunately, plenty of farms for strawberry picking in the Hudson Valley offer not only strawberry picking but also other attractions that round out a visit.

Read on for our favorite local farms for strawberry picking in the Hudson Valley, and check out our Guide to Pick-Your-Own Farms in Westchester and the Hudson Valley, which includes our story on the region's best vineyards.

Gorgeous Crystal Cove, roughly halfway between Laguna Beach and Newport, makes a great family day trip: From free guided nature tours, easy animal evidence scavenger hunts, and tours of the historic district to tidepool walks, science hikes, grunion runs, and movies on the beach, both parents and kids will find plenty to do.

If you’re lucky, you can extend the fun with an overnight stay in one of Crystal Cove’s 38 lovingly restored vintage beach cottages. But even a day trip here feels like a mini vacation. Read on for tips about how to book the ultra-popular cottages—plus suggestions for other places to stay and where to eat.

Crystal Cove is one of the best things to do in Orange County with kids and one of the 100 must-do things with kids on our Ultimate California Bucket List. If you crave more coastal views, check out our Beach Guide to Los Angeles and Orange County. 

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Strawberry picking season is one of our favorite milestones of the late spring and early summer. Picking your own strawberries makes the season even sweeter. As we move into the height of strawberry picking season, there are a slew of local farms for strawberry picking near NYC, and a visit makes for a great day trip.

Read on to discover more than a dozen strawberry picking farms all less than two hours from Midtown Manhattan. We've also found a handful of strawberry festivals celebrating the season's bounty. You'll find even more pick-your-own fun in our Guide to Family-Friendly Farms near NYC.