Best Family Resorts

The best family resorts offer child-friendly accommodations without sacrificing luxury and style for the rest of the family. Explore some of the top options for everything from all-ages outdoor adventure to beachside fun for all.

Acqualina Resort

Classic Suite at Acqualina Resort

Miami's Acqualina Resort is the perfect place for beachside fun for adults and kids alike. Located on 4.5 acres across Sunny Isles Beach, the resort has an elegant Mediterranean feel, mixing traditional furnishings and contemporary accents, all set against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. Guests will find more than just fun in the sun at Acqualina, however; the resort offers a variety of curated activities so guests can truly explore their interests in Miami. Programs include sports fun, culinary exploration, wildlife adventure and the fine arts, providing something for every traveler to enjoy. Kids will love the resort's extraordinary AcquaMarine program, where they will gain a new appreciation for the sea with marine biology-based fun and educational experiences. While activities for older children and teens abound, with oceanfront sports, pool fun, and art and dance classes available.  

Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa

Wildlife Safari at Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley Resort

Families up for a big adventure can't go wrong with a stay at the Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa. Situated on Australia's Great Dividing Range, the resort offers 36 villas designed to mimic traditional homesteads. Perfect for family travel, each spacious villa has its own private pool, fireplace, and veranda. As luxurious as the accommodations are, guests may not find themselves wanting to spend much time inside, with wilderness adventures for all ages available. Go on a wildlife safari, enjoy horseback riding through the Wolgan Valley, or take part in any number of Australian heritage tours. The resort offers specially designed activities for younger travelers, with two Ranger programs providing a variety of nature-based adventures for children and teens.  

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island

Families can enjoy the best of the South at the Sanctuary at Kiawah Island, an oceanfront South Carolina hotel. Offering the finest in southern hospitality, The Sanctuary is the perfect destination for relaxation, though there's no shortage of fun activities. Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, and featuring lush forests, vast marshes and scenic dunes, Kiawah Island is known for its beautiful landscapes and ample wildlife. Explore more than 30 miles of walking and bike trails, or simply kick back at the Night Heron Family Pool, a Jr. Olympic size pool with a huge sundeck and lounge area. The Sanctuary also offers three age-based camping experiences, so kids can enjoy their natural surroundings in a fun and educational environment. 

Gleneagles Hotel

The Gleneagles Hotel

Experience the heart of Scotland at the Gleneagles Hotel, an ideal family destination set on 850 acres of charming Highlands countryside. This luxury hotel offers a bevy of attractions, including mountain biking, off-road driving, championship golfing, and four different gourmet restaurants to satisfy any culinary craving. Families can create lasting memories at Gleneagles Hotel, where kids can take part in one-of-a-kind experiences such as "owning" a pony for a day. There are also two specially designed kids' spaces, where they can relax with age-appropriate activities, such as an indoor treehouse and arts and crafts for children, and video games and sports for the older set. Rooms at the hotel are perfect for families as well, with accommodations available specifically for those traveling with young children.