When you’re in need of an escape and want only the best, you’ll find many luxury resorts across the country that are family-friendly. Think everything from wilderness properties with activities like horseback riding to beachfront getaways offering plenty of fun in the sun. Many offer kids’ clubs and other programs that ensure guests of all ages are happy, helping to take the pressure off while making memories of a lifetime.
Wailea Beach Resort - Maui, Hawaii
The ultimate resort for family-friendly luxuries, Wailea Beach Resort sits on a 22-acre oceanfront property between two stretches of golden sandy beaches. The pools are a definite highlight and include Maui’s longest waterslide. The NALU pool has four waterslides, a swim-through grotto, splash zones, and large family-sized cabanas. The kids’ club is impressive, while the GameSpace includes vintage arcade games, shuffleboard, and foosball. There’s something for everyone when it comes to dining, from a poolside food truck with fish tacos, poke bowls, and other Hawaiian classics, to the signature Humble Market Kitchin, helmed by a celebrity chef. Choose from a wide range of accommodation options, including two-bedroom suites ideal for families, and vacation packages. All have patios or balconies and most showcase ocean views.
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Family-friendly suites with patios or balconies and ocean views
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Multiple pools with swim-through grottos, splash zones, and Maui’s longest waterslide
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Kids’ club with vintage arcade games, shuffleboard, and foosball
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Variety of dining options on-site, including a poolside food truck and celebrity chef-run restaurant
3700 Wailea Alanui Dr, Wailea, HI 96753, USA— +1 808-879-1922
Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa - Beaver Creek, Colorado
This luxurious Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa is especially popular in the winter, offering ski-in/ski-out access, but it’s a fantastic spot to land any time of the year. Families can enjoy jaw-dropping mountain views and a wealth of activities, including hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing, whitewater rafting, and golfing on world-class championship courses. The kids’ club is impressive, offering a game room with video games and air hockey, indoor camping, a playground, and daycare, allowing parents to enjoy time on their own, perhaps an indulgent treatment in the romantic couples’ suite at the Exhale Spa. There are multiple drinking and dining options, while rooms are modern and luxurious, with a stylish lodge feel.
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Activities, including hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing, whitewater rafting, and golfing
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Kids’ club with video games, air hockey, a playground, and indoor camping
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On-site spa with romantic couples’ suites
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Multiple dining and drinking options on-site
136 E Thomas Pl, Beaver Creek, CO 81620, USA— +1 970-949-1234
Sorrel River Ranch - Moab, Utah
Sorrel River Ranch offers all you need and then some for your family retreat, with miles and miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking, guided horseback riding, and other excursions from river rafting to off-roading. It hosts a spa to relax in afterward, perhaps with a massage or one of many decadent treatments. There are fabulous sunset photo tours of nearby Arches National Park, and when you’re back in your private log cabin, you can watch the shooting stars while enjoying the sounds of the Colorado River that floats by your own deck.
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Accommodation in private log cabins with decks overlooking the Colorado River
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Access to hiking and mountain biking trails and excursions like rafting, off-roading, and horseback riding
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Home to a relaxing spa with a menu of massages and treatments
Timbers Kaua‘i Ocean Club & Residences - Kauai, Hawaii
Spread across 450 acres on the southeastern shore of beautiful Kauai, Timbers Kaua‘i Ocean Club & Residences at Hokuala is one of the best places to be for families who want to enjoy snorkeling. It provides easy access to Lydgate Beach Park with its calm, clear water and an abundance of marine life. There are also 17 miles of trails to hike through magnificent flora and fauna, including five types of endangered bird species. If you want to learn more about what you’re seeing, there are on-site Adventure Guides available for hikes and bike rides too. When it’s time to dine, Hualani’s Restaurant features dishes based on field-to-table ingredients from the farm at Hokuala, while accommodation includes everything from one- to four-bedroom options, ensuring plenty of space for all.
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Accommodation in spacious one- to four-bedroom suites
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Easy access to Lydgate Beach Park’s marine life and hiking trails
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On-site Adventure Guides available for hikes and bike rides
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Restaurant featuring field-to-table ingredients from the farm
The Ritz Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes - Orlando, Florida
Grande Lakes Orlando is a 500-acre luxury resort that includes The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, one of the best resorts in Orlando. It provides an oasis for families with something to love for all ages. There are family movie nights, poolside snow cones and craft mocktails designed for kids, hands-on games, live entertainment, complimentary Saturday night fireworks displays, and all sorts of culinary offerings at multiple dining venues. The massive pool, shaped like a clover, is a popular place to be, with tinier tots splashing beneath the synchronized fountains. Families love the splash zone and separate area that has mini lounge chairs and a wading pool. Rooms are spacious and include lots of upscale amenities, from fully stocked minibars to flat-screen TVs and Nespresso machines.
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Family-friendly activities, like family movie nights, poolside snow cones and mocktails, live entertainment, and fireworks
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Multiple dining venues on-site
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Massive pool, splash zone, wading pool, and synchronized fountains
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Spacious rooms featuring stocked minibars and Nespresso machines
4012 Central Florida Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32837, USA— +1 407-206-2400
Terranea Resort - Rancho Palos Verdes, California
Families, especially those with teens, can look forward to an unforgettable escape with a stay at Terranea Resort, set across a private 102-acre peninsula. Not surprisingly, it’s served as a setting for a number of films like Judd Apatow’s “This is 40.” Guests can enjoy Friday Family Fun Nights with s’mores around the fire, horseback riding, paddle boarding, ocean kayaking, and more. Choose from a wide range of accommodation options, including bungalows, casitas, and villas. The kids’ club makes it easy for parents to take advantage of the lavish spa or adult-only pool. You’ll also find many dining options, from casual bites to fine oceanfront dining, indoors and out.
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Accommodation in bungalows, casitas, and villas
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Home to a spa, adult-only pool, kids’ club, and variety of indoor and outdoor dining options
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Weekly Friday Family Fun Nights with s’mores around the fire
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Access to activities like horseback riding, paddle boarding, and ocean kayaking
100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275, USA— +1 866-547-3066
The Lodge on Little St. Simons Island - St. Simons Island, Georgia
A 15-minute ferry ride will bring you to St. Simons Island, a private barrier island that’s home to The Lodge on Little St. Simons Island. The 10,000-acre property is filled with unspoiled natural beauty that includes marshlands and maritime forests, providing a secluded retreat for up to just 32 guests at any one time. It’s the perfect opportunity for families to reconnect while enjoying seven miles of shell-strewn beaches and a wide range of activities, from swimming, kayaking, and fishing to bird watching. Free expeditions are offered for spotting everything from bald eagles to one of the 280 other bird species that inhabit the area. All meals and drinks, gear, and the boat shuttle is included, with accommodation provided in rustic-chic cottages with fireplaces, porches or patios, and up to four bedrooms.
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Accommodation in rustic-chic cottages with fireplaces and porches or patios
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All meals, drinks, gear, and boat shuttle are included in your stay
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Free bird-watching expeditions
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Easy access to activities like swimming, kayaking, fishing, and bird watching
1000 Hampton River Club Marina Dr, St Simons Island, GA 31522, USA— +1 912-638-7472
Denali Backcountry Lodge - Denali National Park, Alaska
Located at the end of the 92-mile Park Road in Denali National Park, the Denali Backcountry Lodge offers a luxurious stay in one of the country’s last true wilderness areas. An all-inclusive experience, all meals (made up of fresh, local cuisine), transportation, and tours are included. Kids are sure to enjoy the guided walks and hikes that bring opportunities for wildlife watching, gold panning, and mountain biking. At the end of the day, naturalists provide talks followed by a family-style dinner. Accommodation is in a cedar cabin with a private deck, black-out curtains, and bathrooms.
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All meals, transportation, and tours included in your stay
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Kids’ activities, including guided walks, gold panning, and mountain biking
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Accommodation in cedar cabins with private decks, black-out curtains, and ensuite bathrooms
Lake Crescent Lodge - Olympic National Park, Washington
Located along the banks of Lake Crescent and its deep emerald waters surrounded by mountains and forest, Lake Crescent Lodge makes an ideal base for exploring Olympic National Park. It offers year-round accommodation, with special events during the holidays, while summer brings the opportunity to enjoy a wealth of water sports like fishing, swimming, and paddling. There are miles and miles of hiking trails within a short walk, including a route that winds through the canopy of trees to a waterfall. The on-site restaurant offers lake views and quality dining that draws visitors and guests alike. Accommodation ranges from traditionally decorated rooms in the historic main lodge to private cabins.
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Access to water sports like fishing, swimming, and paddling
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On-site restaurant with lake views
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Accommodation in rooms in the main lodge and private cabins
416 Lake Crescent Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98363, USA— +1 888-896-3818
Mohonk Mountain House - New Paltz, New York
Just 90 miles from New York City, Mohonk Mountain House offers a memorable all-inclusive family getaway with a long list of things to do indoors or out. Looking like a Victorian castle, it sits right on Lake Mohonk and includes a private beach with activities like swimming and kayaking. On land, enjoy hiking and archery. In the winter, snowshoeing, snow tubing, and ice skating are all possible. There are even workshops with themes like the art of chocolate, fitness programs, and a kids’ club. With an indoor pool, swimming can be enjoyed during the colder months too. The all-inclusive rates include three meals a day, evening entertainment, and exceptional accommodation, available in rooms and cottages with fireplaces and lake-view balconies.
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All-inclusive with three meals a day and evening entertainment included
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Accommodation in rooms and cottages with fireplaces and lake-view balconies
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Private beach with activities like kayaking
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Indoor pool for year-round swimming
1000 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, NY 12561, USA— +1 855-883-3798
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort - Orlando, Florida
The Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort sits at the gates of the Magic Kingdom and offers many activities and attractions of its own. Families can spend days at the theme park and enjoy plenty right at the resort, including an over-the-top pool with a 242-foot-long waterslide, a splash pad, and a lazy river. There’s a rock-climbing wall, an 18-hole golf course, and a kids’ camp. The spa provides a perfect place to relax after a long day on your feet, and there are multiple restaurants and bars too. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, balconies, and large soaking tubs.
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Swimming pool features a 242-foot-long waterslide, splash pad, and lazy river
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Home to a rock-climbing wall, 18-hole golf course, and kids’ camp
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Multiple restaurants and bars on-site
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Rooms feature balconies and large soaking tubs
10100 Dream Tree Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32836, USA— +1 407-313-7777
The Resort at Paws Up - Greenough, Montana
One of the best resorts in the Rockies, The Resort at Paws Up offers incomparable luxuries in the unspoiled wilderness of Montana. It sits across 37,000 acres on an authentic working cattle ranch that offers a wide array of outdoor activities, including trail guides for horseback riding, river rafting, fly fishing for cutthroat trout, and more. There’s a children’s program and babysitting services that allow parents to enjoy alone time, while accommodation includes everything from sophisticated safari-style tents for glamping to large, high-end private homes. In-room spa treatments are available, and there are two on-site restaurants with menus focused on rustic ranch fare or gourmet cuisine.
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Accommodation in luxury safari-style tents and high-end private homes with in-room spa treatments available
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Access to outdoor activities like horseback riding, river rafting, fly fishing, and hiking
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Children’s program and babysitting services
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Home to two on-site restaurants featuring rustic ranch fare and gourmet cuisine
Edgewood Tahoe Resort - Stateline, Nevada
Edgewood Tahoe Resort is located on the shores of Lake Tahoe. This chalet-style Lake Tahoe luxury resort was named the best in the country by Travel & Leisure readers, who noted the breathtaking views, impressive amenities, and personalized service. It includes a heated infinity pool on the lakeside, and in the summer, guests have access to the lake for a wide range of water sports. There’s a kids’ camp and an adventure center so parents can simply unwind on their private terrace or cozy up to their gas fireplace, both of which are included in every room.
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Heated infinity pool on the lakeside
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Easy access to water sports on the lake
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Kids’ camp and adventure center
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Accommodations feature private terraces and gas fireplaces
Harborview Nantucket - Nantucket, Massachusetts
Located on tiny Nantucket Island off the coast of Cape Cod, Harborview Nantucket offers a home-like stay in cottages with up to four bedrooms, full kitchens, and washer/dryers. A short boardwalk leads to the small private beach, and there are Adirondack chairs where the parents can relax while the kids play. In the summer, complimentary kayaks and paddleboards are provided. While there isn’t a restaurant on-site, there are many great family-friendly options within walking distance when you don’t want to cook, and the concierge can arrange for babysitting when parents want to enjoy the many fine-dining eateries here.
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Accommodation in cottages with full kitchens and washer/dryers
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Private beach with Adirondack chairs and a short boardwalk
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Complimentary kayaks and paddleboards in the summertime
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Babysitting services available
