Family-Friendly Resorts & Hotels in 2021 | MommyPoppins - Things to do with Kids

The Water's Edge Resort and Spa in Connecticut offers the beach and so much more. Photo courtesy the resort

Our Favorite New England Hotels for Families

These resorts offer all the right perks for kid travelers.

Prepare yourself for the awesomeness of Baha Mar. Photo courtesy the resort

Baha Bay at Baha Mar: A Luxury Water Park Opens in the Bahamas

This Bahamas resort stuns with a new water park, many pools, and activities.

Relax by the pool after a day of riding at the Mountain Sky resort in Montana.

10 Must-Try Dude Ranch Vacations for Families

These resorts offer riding lessons in stunning settings.

Does it get any dreamier than a Florida Keys resort that meets the ocean? Photo courtesy Isla Bella

12 Best Florida Keys Resorts and Hotels for Families

Stay at a beachfront cottage for a laid-back Florida Keys getaway.

Mohonk Mountain House: A Favorite Hudson Valley Resort Reviewed

This historic Victorian castle holds loads of charm and all-inclusive family fun.

Group and private lessons—and 'smores parties!—are available at Loon. Photo courtesy of Loon Mountain Resort

10 New England Ski Resorts That Cater to Families

With superior lesson programs, slopeside childcare, and plenty of kid-friendly amenities, these New...

Be prepared for water fun at the Grove Resort. Photo courtesy of the resort

10 Best Hotel Water Parks in Orlando

For the ideal Orlando vacation, just add water.

Sleep in a spaceship at the Area 55 Futuro House. Photo courtesy of Airbnb

The Coolest (Affordable) California Vacation Rentals for Families

Sleep in a spaceship or treehouse on your next family vacation.

A water park, beach activities, and more await at Coconut Bay's all-inclusive resort in St. Lucia.

20 All-Inclusive Resorts We Can't Wait to Visit Again

We can't wait to book a vacation again.

The Living Room in Heidi's Lodge, a cabin rental at Pocono Lake. Photo courtesy of Airbnb

12 Pocono Cabin Rentals with Big Perks for Families

Pools, game rooms, and plenty of lake access make these cabins a hit!

Watch the NYC Thanksgiving parade from a hotel room for a special view. Photo courtesy of the Residence Inn New York Manhattan/Times Square

NYC Hotels with Views of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Guarantee a great view (and no complaints!) with these Thanksgiving parade route spots.

Chill out in the lazy river at the Pump House indoor water park in Vermont.

10 Best Indoor Water Parks for Kids in the US

Consider these indoor splash zones for your next family vacation.

Kids will love the indoor faux camp out at The Peninsula.

20 Family-Friendly Hotels in New York City With Perks for Kids

These NYC hotels house special perks for kids, from pools to bunkbeds.

Collect eggs, or just visit with the animals, during your farm stay. Photo by the author

Family-Friendly Farm Stays: Meet the Animals and Work the Farm

Family lodging that comes with a dose of cute farm animals and stunning landscapes.

Cruise to Perfect Day CocoCay, a private Bahamas island. Photo courtesy of the Royal Caribbean

Visiting CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's Private Bahamas Isle, with Kids

Take a Royal Caribbean Cruise to Perfect Day CocoCay for water park fun and more.

The gigantic water park has a slide for every thrill level.

Secrets of Atlantis: 10 Tips for a Bahamas Family Vacation with Kids

The Bahamas mega-resort known for its gigantic water park offers plenty of family fun.

A stay at Orlando's Animal Kingdom Lodge is a special treat. Photo courtesy of Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

Best Orlando Hotels for Families and Kids

We picked these Orlando hotels for their top-notch family amenities, rooms, and price points.

Kids warm up to a tiny home stay right away. Photo by the author

A Tiny House Hotel Vacation Means Big Fun for Families

For traveling families, a tiny house rental can make the perfect hotel solution. It often...

A rooftop pool makes for a refreshing break from Philly sightseeing. Photo courtesy of Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

10 Kid-Friendly Hotels for a Philly Family Vacation

Enjoy a trip to Philly at our favorite family-friendly hotels in the city.

Photo courtesy of Omni La Costa

Best Kid-Friendly Hotels for a San Diego Family Vacation

Discover all the family friendly fun this popular beach city has to offer.

The Emerson Resort and Spa is a picturesque home away from home nestled in the Catskills. Photo courtesy of the resort

10 Inexpensive Winter Weekend Getaways for NYC-Area Families

These family-friendly getaways are all drive-able for a quick escape.

Relax by the beach at the family-friendly Blue Haven Resort in Turks and Caicos.

12 Family-Friendly Hotels Where Kids Stay Free

Save your money for airfare with these great resort deals.

Meet nurse sharks during a day trip around the Exumas, a string of islands in the Bahamas.

Grand Isle Resort and Spa in Great Exuma, Bahamas Offers Laid-Back Luxury

Spacious villas and fun excursions make this Bahamas resort a good choice for families.

Get slimed! Photo by the author

Nickelodeon Punta Cana: All-Inclusive Caribbean Resort with a Side of Slime

This dream vacation in the Dominican Republic offers beach, pools, spa, great food, and character...

Great Wolf Lodge is filled with water slides your kids will adore, and the resort now offers day passes.

Indoor Water Parks Open Now for a Warm Getaway Near NYC

Enjoy a perfect beach day in any season with a trip to one of these nearby water parks.

Hawk's Nest cozy cottage in Connecticut includes a private beachfront. Photo courtesy of Airbnb

Beach House Rentals That Families Will Swoon Over

Find a kid-friendly Airbnb beach cottage just in time for summer.

The Lenox Hotel's welcome gift will bring a smile upon check-in!

10 Family-Friendly Boston Hotels that Make Stays Special for Kids

Whether you're planning a staycation or a trip to Boston, these hotels really know how to cater to...

Visit Atlantis, Paradise Island, in the Bahamas for all-inclusive family fun. Photo courtesy the resort

Caribbean Family Travel Guide

Resort reviews and family destination guides for Mexico and the Caribbean.

Take a vacation at Tahiti Village in Las Vegas where the sun reigns supreme.

These Hotel Pools Will Wow the Kids on a Family Vacation

Booking a hotel for vacation? If you have kids, you might want to check out these pools first.

The Saugerties Lighthouse is a stunning getaway no matter the season.

Sleep in a Lighthouse and More Hudson Valley Family Resorts and Hotels

From boutique hotels to a rustic farm, try these Hudson Valley escapes.

The outdoor water park at Camelback Resort in the Poconos is all about the kids.

11 Top Hotels with Outdoor Water Parks for Families with Kids

The water parks at these resorts keep families cool and entertained!

5 New England Resorts with Great Kids Camps

What's getaway gold? To us, it's a vacation that combines family fun with quality grown-up-only...

No need for castles in the air when you can build them in the sand at The Harbor Grand.

Amazing Lake Resorts in the Midwest for Family Summer Getaways

Resorts where kids can jump in a lake and parents can get pampered.

Best Family Resorts in the Pocono Mountains

The Poconos are loaded with family-friendly activities and resorts for all-season getaways.

50 Things to Do on a Martha’s Vineyard Summer Family Vacation

Find out the beaches, restaurants, sites, and events that make our ultimate must-do list for...

S'mores by the firepit! Photo courtesy of Terranea

Best Kid-Friendly Hotels for a Los Angeles Family Vacation

These LA hotels offer getaways with perks kids and parents will love.

Photo courtesy the St. Augustine tourism bureau

Florida Family Travel Guide

Find your new favorite Florida destination with our family travel guide.

Hit the lazy river, a water slide, or one of the many pools!

Orlando's Wyndham Bonnet Creek Offers Disney-Adjacent Suites and Resort Amenities

This kid-friendly hotel offers a water park, spacious suites, and proximity to the theme parks.

Photo of snorkeling at Xel-Ha in Mexico courtesy the water park.

Mexico Family Travel Guide

Resort reviews and family destination guides for Mexico, including Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Maya...

The St. Regis in Uptown is one of Houston's best family-friendly resorts.

Best Family-Friendly Houston-Area Resorts And Hotels

These kid-friendly hotels and resorts are perfect for the entire family to enjoy.

Crystal Springs Resort: Two NJ Hotels Host Mountains of Family Fun

Whether you're looking to hit the slopes or the waterslide, this pair of northern New Jersey...

The beach at Wellfleet Bay is one of many pristine spots in Cape Cod, Massachusetts.

50 Fun Things to Do on Cape Cod with Kids this Summer

For a quintessential Cape Cod experience with kids in tow, try some—or all!—of these 50 events...

The WIlliamsburg Hotel pool welcomes little ones who are guests of the hotel.

7 Family-Friendly NYC Hotels with Rooftop Pools

Book a stay or a day pass for a swim with a view at these kid-friendly hotel pools.

Tour the North Fork then unwind at the Hotel Indigo pool.

Family-Friendly Hotels in the Hamptons and North Fork

With nearby fishing, boating, golf and water sports, these kid-friendly lodgings in the Hamptons...

A Guide to Acadia National Park with Kids

The Northeast's only major national park, Acadia offers manageable hikes, stunning views...

Homewood Suites Carle Place is located near a host of Nassau County attractions. Photo by the writer

The Best Family-Friendly Hotels on Long Island

Here are some great family-friendly places to stay when you're entertaining your little ones.

The indoor water offers thrill slides, dumping buckets, and toddler splash pads.

Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark: Next-Level Family Fun in New York's Catskills

The new Catskills resort boasts NY's biggest indoor water park, plus tons of other fun, in a luxury...

Photo courtesy of Velas Resorts

Cabo with Kids! All Inclusive Decadence at Mexico's Grand Velas Resort Los Cabos

Sometimes we want to be pampered like a real princess, not a Disney princess.

Best of Asbury Park Beach and Boardwalk for Kids and Families

You'll definitely want to put this classic beach spot on your summer to-do list.

Family Getaway to Wildwood, NJ: Beach, Water Parks, Rides

With an action-packed boardwalk and beach, the Wildwoods are busy and chaotic but loaded with...

Great Wolf Lodge SoCal: the Indoor Water Park Hotel in Orange County

Where dinner attire is a mixture of pajamas, swim suits, and furry wolf ears...

12 Hotels Around the World That Will Blow Your Kids' Minds

See these out-of-this-world stays for your mini travelers.

30 Things To Do in the Florida Keys with Kids: Dolphins Plus a Whole Lot More

Swimming with dolphins is one of the biggest draws in the Keys, and the stuff that bucket lists are...

Farm Stays Near NYC: Enjoy a Farm-Themed Family Vacation

Escape the city and head to endless rolling hills of farmland.

Virginia is for Families: 6 Great Resorts for Family Vacations in Virginia

There are many reasons for families to vacation in Virginia. Major cultural attractions like...

Quick No-Fly Getaways for Burned-Out Parents in the NYC Area

Leave the kids at home and unwind at these nearby destinations.

New York Resorts

The Saugerties Lighthouse is a stunning getaway no matter the season.

Sleep in a Lighthouse and More Hudson Valley Family Resorts and Hotels

From boutique hotels to a rustic farm, try these Hudson Valley escapes. READ MORE

Hershey, Pennsylvania, is way more than roller coasters and chocolate: ZooAmerica is a great place to slow down and meet some new friends. Photo courtesy of Hersheypark

12 Family-Friendly Weekend Getaways Near NYC

These weekend getaways not far from NYC offer nature, culture, art, and food and are well worth...READ MORE

Homewood Suites Carle Place is located near a host of Nassau County attractions. Photo by the writer

The Best Family-Friendly Hotels on Long Island

Here are some great family-friendly places to stay when you're entertaining your little ones. READ MORE

Great Wolf Lodge is filled with water slides your kids will adore, and the resort now offers day passes.

Indoor Water Parks Open Now for a Warm Getaway Near NYC

Enjoy a perfect beach day in any season with a trip to one of these nearby water parks. READ MORE

The indoor water offers thrill slides, dumping buckets, and toddler splash pads.

Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark: Next-Level Family Fun in New York's Catskills

The new Catskills resort boasts NY's biggest indoor water park, plus tons of other fun, in a luxury...READ MORE

Mohonk Mountain House: A Favorite Hudson Valley Resort Reviewed

This historic Victorian castle holds loads of charm and all-inclusive family fun.READ MORE

Poconos, PA, and New Jersey Family Resorts

Best Family Resorts in the Pocono Mountains

The Poconos are loaded with family-friendly activities and resorts for all-season getaways.READ MORE

The outdoor water park, Camelbeach, is surrounded by trees and mountains. Photo courtesy the resort

Camelback Resort: A Year-round Poconos Getaway for Families

Escape for water park and mountain fun at this nearby resort.READ MORE

Great Wolf's indoor water park draws kids of all ages to its slides.

Weekend Getaway: Make a Splash at Great Wolf Lodge, Poconos

One of our favorite family resorts scores major points for its awesome water park and other indoor...READ MORE

Crystal Springs Resort: Two NJ Hotels Host Mountains of Family Fun

Whether you're looking to hit the slopes or the waterslide, this pair of northern New Jersey...READ MORE

The Asbury Hotel manages to be both super-hip AND kid-friendly.

Top Kid-Friendly Resorts and Hotels in New Jersey

10 of our favorite close-to-home resorts that offer fun for families in NJ.READ MORE

A rooftop pool makes for a refreshing break from Philly sightseeing. Photo courtesy of Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

10 Kid-Friendly Hotels for a Philly Family Vacation

Enjoy a trip to Philly at our favorite family-friendly hotels in the city.READ MORE

Southeast US & Florida Resorts

Photo courtesy the St. Augustine tourism bureau

Florida Family Travel Guide

Find your new favorite Florida destination with our family travel guide.READ MORE

A stay at Orlando's Animal Kingdom Lodge is a special treat. Photo courtesy of Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

Best Orlando Hotels for Families and Kids

We picked these Orlando hotels for their top-notch family amenities, rooms, and price points. READ MORE

9 Best Florida Beach Vacation Destinations for Families

Ready to escape? Here's your hit list.READ MORE

Hit the lazy river, a water slide, or one of the many pools!

Orlando's Wyndham Bonnet Creek Offers Disney-Adjacent Suites and Resort Amenities

This kid-friendly hotel offers a water park, spacious suites, and proximity to the theme parks.READ MORE

The new Orlando resort has gorgeous pools. Photo courtesy of the resort

The Grove Resort Orlando (and Water Park) Is a Worthy Disney Alternative

We've got the details on a new family-friendly resort minutes from Disney in Orlando.READ MORE

Cruise to Perfect Day CocoCay, a private Bahamas island. Photo courtesy of the Royal Caribbean

Visiting CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's Private Bahamas Isle, with Kids

Take a Royal Caribbean Cruise to Perfect Day CocoCay for water park fun and more.READ MORE

California & Western US

S'mores by the firepit! Photo courtesy of Terranea

Best Kid-Friendly Hotels for a Los Angeles Family Vacation

These LA hotels offer getaways with perks kids and parents will love. READ MORE

Photo courtesy of Smoke Tree Stables

25 Top Palm Springs Resorts, Attractions, & Things To Do for Families

The desert resort with 350 days of sunshine per year is a great starting point for fun.READ MORE

Legoland California's New Castle Hotel Is Open for Your Royal Family

Staying over at the Legoland Castle turns a day's outing into a knight's adventure.READ MORE

Photo courtesy of Omni La Costa

Best Kid-Friendly Hotels for a San Diego Family Vacation

Discover all the family friendly fun this popular beach city has to offer. READ MORE

The St. Regis in Uptown is one of Houston's best family-friendly resorts.

Best Family-Friendly Houston-Area Resorts And Hotels

These kid-friendly hotels and resorts are perfect for the entire family to enjoy.READ MORE

The Westlake Village Pool is a lovely flowery oasis.

10 Best Hotel Pools in Los Angeles with Day Passes for Families

Want to hang by a pool with the kids? Try a vacation or day pass at one of LA's luxe hotels.READ MORE

New England Resorts

The Lenox Hotel's welcome gift will bring a smile upon check-in!

10 Family-Friendly Boston Hotels that Make Stays Special for Kids

Whether you're planning a staycation or a trip to Boston, these hotels really know how to cater to...READ MORE

The cheery Inn at Harbor Hill Marina offers ocean views from private balconies and is close to the boardwalk. Photo courtesy of the inn

10 Family-Friendly Hotels and Inns in Connecticut

Whether you're visiting Connecticut or taking a staycation, a hotel or inn with spacious rooms and...READ MORE

5 New England Resorts with Great Kids Camps

What's getaway gold? To us, it's a vacation that combines family fun with quality grown-up-only...READ MORE

Collect eggs, or just visit with the animals, during your farm stay. Photo by the author

Family-Friendly Farm Stays: Meet the Animals and Work the Farm

Family lodging that comes with a dose of cute farm animals and stunning landscapes.READ MORE

Parents get in on the fun at Great Wolf Lodge. Photo courtesy of Great Wolf Lodge Indoor Water Park

Indoor Water Parks in New England for Easy Family Getaways

There's splashy fun to be had, even during a New England winter.READ MORE

Foxwoods Resort: A Mini Vacation for Families

There actually are a number of kid things tucked into Connecticut’s adult playground: Foxwoods...READ MORE

Mexican and Caribbean Family Resorts

The gigantic water park has a slide for every thrill level.

Secrets of Atlantis: 10 Tips for a Bahamas Family Vacation with Kids

The Bahamas mega-resort known for its gigantic water park offers plenty of family fun.READ MORE

Get slimed! Photo by the author

Nickelodeon Punta Cana: All-Inclusive Caribbean Resort with a Side of Slime

This dream vacation in the Dominican Republic offers beach, pools, spa, great food, and character...READ MORE

Cruise to Perfect Day CocoCay, a private Bahamas island. Photo courtesy of the Royal Caribbean

Visiting CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's Private Bahamas Isle, with Kids

Take a Royal Caribbean Cruise to Perfect Day CocoCay for water park fun and more.READ MORE

Meet nurse sharks during a day trip around the Exumas, a string of islands in the Bahamas.

Grand Isle Resort and Spa in Great Exuma, Bahamas Offers Laid-Back Luxury

Spacious villas and fun excursions make this Bahamas resort a good choice for families.READ MORE

The all-inclusive Beaches Turks and Caicos resort is a snorkeler's paradise.

30 Best Tropical and Warm Weather Family Vacation Ideas

The best warm weather destinations for your next family vacation.READ MORE

Try the Xel-Ha water park. Photo courtesy of Experiencias Xcaret Parque

Visiting Playa del Carmen and Riviera Maya in Mexico with Kids

Happily explore this beautiful Caribbean coastline with these kid-friendly activities.READ MORE

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Grand Canyon Railway’s Polar Express: All Aboard for a Magical Christmas Adventure

The magical holiday train ride of a lifetime is at the Grand Canyon.READ MORE

Legoland New York Brings Mega Theme Park Fun to the Hudson Valley

This sprawling theme park offers tons of fun for young thrill seekers. READ MORE

12 Family-Friendly Tree House Rentals to Delight Their Imaginations

These cozy tree house rentals will wow the whole family.READ MORE

Baha Bay at Baha Mar: A Luxury Water Park Opens in the Bahamas

This Bahamas resort stuns with a new water park, many pools, and activities.READ MORE

Camelback Resort: A Year-round Poconos Getaway for Families

Escape for water park and mountain fun at this nearby resort.READ MORE

12 Best Florida Keys Resorts and Hotels for Families

Stay at a beachfront cottage for a laid-back Florida Keys getaway.READ MORE

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