In today's society where hotels, airlines and restaurants are promoting child-free zones and banning kids, we have compiled a list of hotels & resorts that love kids and even give them free perks.
While we couldn't list every hotel worldwide, there are some hotel chains that are almost always kid friendly such as Choice Hotels, which operates Comfort Inn, Quality Inn and many others.
We always knew Orlando was a major child-friendly city with lots of hotels geared towards kids. For example, Nickelodeon Suites in Orlando has rooms decorated with your kids favorite characters such as Dora the Explorer. The hotel has its own onsite water park, kid's spa, basketball, mini golf, character breakfast and much more.
What we were surprised about is how much Las Vegas has changed and has become a kid-friendly town. Vegas offers rollercoasters', animal and aquatic displays, lazy rivers and kid friendly pools, cheap buffets and spacious rooms for a family of four to call Las Vegas home while they are visiting this open all hour's town.
What we are finding is that many of the resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico offer either kids eat free, or kids stay free or both. The Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica allows kids 11 and under to stay and eat free. This is a great way to take the family to a gorgeous Caribbean island and not spend a fortune. The hotel is all inclusive which is great for the adults for drinks and nightlife, and is also great for the kid's because of the kids clubhouse, pools, and beaches. The resort is reasonable priced, and you can book this hotel as part of a vacation package on Bestfares.com.
To save even more money while you are on your family trip check out this link, http://www.kidsmealdeals.com/. If you type in the zip code or city where you are staying, a list of restaurants will populate that offer either kids eat free or offer discounted kids meals. While some of the hotels offer great kid's value meals sometimes it is still cheaper to eat out at Denny's or McDonalds over paying for room service even if it is at a discount.
We also recommend you going to the city's tourist website, if they have one, and print out valuable coupons for 2 for 1 admissions, free desserts, and other local area attractions.
Check out some of the hotel chains below that offer you substantially savings when traveling as a family, remember all of these hotels can be booked online at Bestfares.com
Best Western Hotels- Kids 12 and younger stay free with their parents. Most hotels offer free breakfast or a complimentary expanded continental breakfast; a gas card or a discount on rooms with a gas receipt, and coupons for nearby convenience stores. Every little bit helps. Those cash outlays for snacks add up.
Holiday Inn Hotels-Holiday Inn hotels offer comfortable accommodations, free meals for kids 12 and under at onsite restaurants, and amenities like pools, fitness centers, and full-service restaurants at most locations. Some locations even have special kids-themed suites.
Embassy Suites- Kids 18 and under stay free. Enjoy a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast, bedroom with king or two doubles, separate living room with sofa bed for the munchkin's, Nintendo, refrigerator/wet bar, discounted tickets to attractions. The Embassy Kids (www.embassykids.com) "Build-A-Bear Workshop Sleep Over Pack" includes a small bear and stylish outfit plus games.
Hyatt Hotels and Resorts- Kids under 18 stay free in same room or pay half price for the second room. Babies have free use of cribs and there's free use of the pool and health club (a parent/companion must accommodate kids under 16). You'll find kids' menus in restaurants and for room service. Hey, bring the grandparents: Those 62 and older receive up to 50% off.
Viva Wyndham Family Resort "Kids Stay Free" Summer Deal-This Summer's Affordable All-Inclusive Family Resort Hotel Offer: Kids Stay Free! Viva Wyndham Resorts is proud to offer their Kids Stay Free program from June 1 through August 31, 2011, where kids 12 and under are invited to eat, stay and play for free at any of their resorts in the Bahamas, Dominican Republic and Mexico. Viva Wyndham Resorts offers this unique deal not only as a budget family vacation alternative, but so families can share in the full experience that a well-rounded, all-inclusive, vacation spot like Viva Wyndham has to offer.
Loews Hotels- This well-appointed chain has designed its hotels and amenities with vacationing families in mind. The 18 Loews hotels offer some unique family amenities through the chain's "Loews Loves Kids" program, such as a free lending library of toys, games, DVD's, cribs, and strollers; welcome gifts for kids under 10; and free books for teens. All hotels also have a designated "Family Concierge" service that can provide you with a list of local family attractions and details about the hotel's family programs in advance of your arrival.
Nickelodeon Family Suites, Orlando- The first Nickelodeon-themed hotel in the world will delight kids with their own separate kid suites decorated with favorite characters like Spongebob Squarepants and Jimmy Neutron. Outside two amazing water parks, character breakfasts, activities and a 3,000 square foot arcade will keep the whole family entertained.
Kimpton Hotels-As part of KimptonKids, little ones get milk and cookies and a welcome gift on arrival along with complimentary use of cribs, kid-size animal print robes, books, games, and videos. Families receive an in-room safety kit. At some hotels, kids also enjoy the company of a goldfish for the duration of their visit. The Hotel Monaco Alexandria (Virginia) has a Doggy Happy Hour on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Marriott Courtyard -Weekend rates dip as low as $79-$129 per night and some properties have a pool (most have a fitness center). A cooked-to-order breakfast is included in the room rate and a lobby "market" stocks drinks, dry snacks, ice cream and such. Though geared to business travelers, it's a good, and reasonable alternative for families.
Residence Inn by Marriott- Residence's suite accommodations are 50% larger than standard hotel rooms, with fully equipped kitchens and separate living, working, dining, and sleeping areas. More than 450 properties in the chain also go a long way to ensure comfort and convenience, offering a complimentary daily breakfast buffet, weekday social hours and weekly managers' barbecues, complimentary grocery shopping, and onsite amenities like fitness centers, pools, and multi-use "sport courts."
Hilton Hotels- Time spent together as a family is very precious. And Hilton knows how important it is for everyone to be happy. Hilton has taken care of the little things which make all the difference, so everyone has an enjoyable, relaxing stay. Children under the age of 18 can stay for free when sharing your room If you prefer a separate room for your children, they offer a second room at half-price. Children up to the age of 10 can eat and drink for free from their children's menu, which features a range of freshly prepared treats for little one.
| Holiday Inn SunSpree, Montego Bay, Jamaica- KIDS 11 AND UNDER STAY AND EAT FREE- Spend relaxing days enjoying the large, interlocking swimming pool, four tennis courts, and a wide variety of water sports and live nightly entertainment at this superb beachfront location. Only six miles from Montego Bay Airport, this is nestled amidst luxuriant tropical gardens and our own one-half mile of silky, white sand beach with a private island. The Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort is a full-service resort offering All-inclusive Packages for unlimited fun. | ||
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St. Regis Hotels & Resorts-Though the St. Regis is hardly a bargain-seeker's paradise, kids 16 and under stay for free in a parent's room. And Family Packages include meal discounts for your youngsters.
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts-Check out the "Timely Offers" at Sheraton's website. You may want to consider the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort and Spa near Phoenix where rooms start at $90 a night. Sightsee early and cool off in one of 3 large free-form pools (one with a waterslide and waterfall) or take a boat ride on the man-made replica of Gila Lake. Enjoy weekend movies. Crank up the air-conditioning.
Westin Hotels & Resorts-As part of The Westin Kids Club, youngsters 3 to 12-years-old receive a WKC bag with colored pencils, map, make-a-postcard kit and hat. Infants get a toy, night light, and first-aid accoutrements. Family-friendly programs are held in the Discovery Room - games, movies, craft projects-- where kids receive their very own Discovery Pack with a toss-away camera, compass, canteen and snack.
Choice Hotels- Children 18 and younger stay free when they share the same room as their parents or grandparents when paying eligible rates and when no additional bedding is required. Age may vary in different countries.
Extended Stay Hotels-Extended Stay hotels, such as Extended Stay America, offer family friends services, where kids stay free. Children under the age of 17 stay free when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Families will enjoy the in-room kitchens and on-site laundry facilities. Amenities also include wireless Internet access, unlimited local phone use, cable television and a fitness center. Children will also enjoy the hotel pool. Homestead Studios Suites and Crossland Economy Studios are also part of the Extended Stay hotels.
Waldorf Astoria's Worldwide-The Waldorf Astoria hotels offer not only a hotel room, but also a luxury experience. Children under 18 can stay for free when they stay in the same room as a paying adult. Waldorf Astoria hotels are scattered throughout the United States and internationally. Relax at the luxury indoor spa or play a round of golf in the warmer locations.
Castle Resorts- Castle Resorts and Hotels offers free accommodations for children at its Hawaii locations. All children under age 17 stay free in the same room as an adult. Castle Resorts and Hotels also offers a promotion for kids to eat free at any Denny's Restaurant in Hawaii. Kids 12 and under can enjoy a free breakfast, lunch or dinner at Denny's when accompanied by an adult purchasing a meal.
Occidental Resorts- Up to two kids under twelve can stay free with one paying adult at Occidental Hotels and Resorts in Mexico. Occidental Resorts offer three different resort styles - family-friendly Allegro resorts offer great value and fun, while the Occidental Grand resorts are known for their exquisite restaurants and lavish accommodations, and for a more luxurious vacation, the Royal Club lets you indulge in a pampering experience.
Dreams Resorts, Mexico-These luxury, all-inclusive resorts are grand in scale, with a number of restaurants from which to choose included in the price. The good news is kids under 12 are free, so that grand all-inclusive total is a great choice for parents of young ones. (Two children maximum.)
Iberostar Resorts, Mexico and Caribbean-Another luxury, all-inclusive resort chain offering deals for kids is the Iberostar line of beautiful hotels in the Caribbean and Mexico. The beachfront hotels offer an array of activities for kids, kids' clubs and programs and a healthy dose of restaurants in which to dine. Kids 12 and under (maximum two kids) stay, play and eat free, saving mom and dad a huge chunk of change for a luxurious getaway.
Riu Cancun, Mexico- The Kids Eat/Stay Free package is offered for children 12 and younger staying with two paying adults. The beachfront all-inclusive resort is pyramid shaped - inspired by the nearby Mayan pyramids - with oversized pool, beach, tennis, game rooms, water sports, day and evening programs and a Kids' Club for kids 4 through 12.
Marriott's Grande Vista Resort, Orlando- Three golf courses and several pools are part of this family friendly resort complex. Has beach campfires with s'mores and fireside stories; a kids' day camp program; a kids' night out program; and Tamiya model car building and racing program.
Marriott's Harbour Lake, Orlando- A whimsical pirate theme creates a family friendly atmosphere at this resort. Pirates are the theme, at the kids' club, the interactive Pirate's Plunge water playground (which includes a water slide), mini-golf, and the interactive pirate ship in the main swimming pool.
Disney Value Resorts, Orlando- If you're looking to save money, the Disney Value Resorts provide comfortable, themed accommodations with much of the same access and programs its grander resorts may offer. Choose from Disney's Pop Century Resort, All-Star Movie Resort, All-Star Sports Resort and All-Star Music Resort with pools, game rooms and complimentary transportation to the theme parks.
Hotel Hershey, Pennsylvania- The grand dame hotel of Hershey, Pa., home of all things Hershey and its amusement parks, features a kids stay, play and eat free package for kids 17 and under. Not only do kids stay free and enjoy free breakfast daily, they receive free admission to Herhseypark -- a steal any day of the week.
Half Moon Bay, Montego Bay, Jamaica-A favorite of parents for including free nanny service for up to four hours for kids under 4, the pampering Caribbean resort also provides a Family Break Summer package. All-inclusive rates are optional so parents and older children can sign up or go a la carte. Kids 3 though 12 can play in the Anancy Children's Village kids' club, or 4 and older can swim with dolphins (starting at $89). Older kids can have fun in a separate game room dedicated to them, while the entire family can enjoy water sports, horseback riding, tennis and more on the resort's 400 beachfront acres.
Circus Circus, Las Vegas- Children 18 and under stay for free. Pool, arcade, cribs, children's playground. Circus Circus operates the Adventuredome theme park and offers free circus acts each evening, starring top talent, including flying trapeze artists. The hotel offers very reasonably priced rooms and inexpensive food and drinks. A state-of-the-art electronic arcade is located on the Midway. With 200 of the most popular games, you'll have plenty to keep you entertained.
Excalibur Las Vegas- Children 12 and under stay free. Pool, arcade. Excalibur provides family-oriented production shows and impromptu magic, puppets, and comedy shows in its second-floor Medieval Village. Like Circus Circus, the room prices are affordable as are the food and drinks.
MGM Grand, Las Vegas- Children 12 and under stay free. Pool, arcade. Free Lion Habitat exhibit. MGM Grand has a game center featuring various games of skill with kiddy rides in addition to the latest video arcade and high-tech virtual reality games. MGM features five pools and a 1,000-foot-long lazy river pool that kids of all ages will love.
Hilton, Las Vegas- Children 17 and under stay free. Located in the North Tower of the Las Vegas Hilton, the Sports ZoneVideo Arcade has a variety of popular, coin-operated video games. The supervised arcade features more than 25 of your favorite games including extreme sports simulation games. Features the Star Trek Experience: Guests are transported to the future battling BORG and Klingon in two exciting attractions – the new BORG Invasion 4D and Klingon Encounter.
Stratosphere, Las Vegas- Children 11 and under stay free. Features a pool and arcade. Some of the attractions include: The Sky Wheel, a 45-foot in diameter Ferris Wheel which provides passengers at the apex of the ride a view of the Strip from 80 feet above the street. The Ferris Wheel, circa 1958 was restored and renovated for the Strat-O-Fair by Eli Bridge, the oldest Ferris Wheel company in the U.S. An equally exciting, but smaller version of the Big Shot has been adapted for kids named The Little Shot. Other unique attractions at the Strat-O-Fair are the Hover Crash, a futuristic bumper car ride, which is battery operated, and the only one of its kind in the world. Hyper-Bowl, a virtual bowling game with a 10-foot screen and 3-D visual is a featured attraction.
Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas- Children 14 and under stay free. Kids will have a blast playing in the pool all day. Dive into Mandalay Bay's lush, 11-acre tropical sand beach. Daydream the day away as you float on a lazy river ride, or swim in one of three pristine pools. The ultimate Vegas pool. Lush and mystical. The Beach has 1700 tons of California sand and is an entire man-made beach. It has a wave pool with 1.6 million gallons of water and waves up to 6 feet high. The tropical park features three exotic pools, water gardens with lush foliage, waterfalls, fountains, a sandy beach, and a lazy river where you can float under waterfalls.
Venetian, Las Vegas- Children 12 and under stay free. The Venetian has a great pool kids will enjoy. Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum is another good family attraction. They also offer childcare facilities in the hotel. Take an authentic Venetian gondola ride and float beneath bridges, beside cafes, under balconies and through the vibrant Venetian streetscape as your singing gondolier sweeps you down the Grand Canal for a ride like no other.
Rio Suites, Las Vegas- Children 11 and under stay free. Rio offers a lively show full of music, dancing, stunts, costumes, and Mardi Gras type floats that run around a track above the casino. The music ranges from Carnival in Rio style salsa to Zoot Suit swing with most of the action happening on a stage near the center of the Masquerade Village casino and on the floats above you.
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