For families who love adventure without sacrificing luxury, these hotels with destination-worthy waterparks offer the best of both worlds. Think shimmering lagoons, endless slides, and playful splash zones paired with polished design, exceptional service, and serene spaces to unwind. Each of these resorts turns water play into an elevated experience — one that keeps the whole family entertained while still offering luxurious accommodations, service touches, and amenities for an incredible stay experience beyond the waterpark itself.

Looking for St. Barts hotels that embody the island’s unique blend of sophisticated French culture and laid-back Caribbean luxury while also being family-friendly? With stand-out beaches, pools, kids clubs, dining, and spas, these exceptional properties go above and beyond for families and children, offering thoughtful room layouts, amenities, and service touches that make a stay in St. Barts not just enjoyable, but unforgettable.

Midtown location near the MoMA, 5th Avenue shopping, incredible “Peninsula Time” flexible check-in and check-out program, indoor rooftop pool, award-winning spa, fitness center with floor-to-ceiling city views, rooftop bar, family-friendly amenities, and more. An in-depth review of The Peninsula New York, including what to know before you go.

Arguably destinations unto themselves, these exceptional kids clubs are among the best in the world and offer a plethora of enticing activities to keep younger hotel guests thoroughly entertained while parents enjoy some well-deserved “me” or “we” time. Introducing our round-up of some of the world’s most amazing hotel kids clubs.

Wondering where to ski in the US and Canada with kids or looking for outdoor family adventures outside ski season? Whether you’re looking for top ski hotels with the best kids clubs, pools, and apres-ski, or best places to stay for foodies, spa enthusiasts, and more, we’ve rounded up a selection of the best hotels for families in the top ski resorts in the US and Canada.

Wondering where to stay in Turks and Caicos with kids? Whether you’re looking for top hotels with the best kids clubs, pools, and beaches, or best places to stay for nature lovers, foodies, wellness-enthusiasts, and more, we’ve rounded up a selection of the best hotels for families in Providenciales and beyond.

Family bike rides, nightly s’mores, “Festive Frolic” bounce house, dolphin cruises, and more. An in-depth (repeat) stay review of Montage Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton, South Carolina, including what to know before you go.

A 4-Day family celebration trip to the Big Island, comparing stay experiences at two different resorts: Mauna Lani, An Auberge Resort and Four Seasons Resort Hualalai.

San Juan Mountains, ski-in/ski-out, rooftop pool, free gondola connecting Mountain Village to Telluride, Camp Madeline kids club (seasonal), nightly s’mores, Reflection Plaza ice skating rink and green space, and more. An in-depth stay review of The Madeline Hotel and Residences, by Auberge Resorts, including what to know before you go.

Lodge on three hundred acres outside Santa Fe, hiking and horseback riding trails in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, stables and donkeys, family pool, spacious rooms with fireplaces and terraces, thoughtful service touches, generous celebration amenities, and more. An in-depth stay review of Bishop’s Lodge, Auberge Resorts, including what to know before you go.

Alpine resort, heated outdoor pools and hot tubs, outdoor games area, hot cocoa and cider by the camper, sauna and spa, Braidwood Tavern, SIDECUT Steakhouse, skiing and mountain trails, Whistler Village, black bears, Lost Lake Park, seasonal kids playroom (winter), and more. An in-depth stay review of Four Seasons Resort & Residences Whistler, including what to know before you go.

Beach resort and beach club, outdoor games, tram, Disneyland, playroom, and more. An in-depth stay review of Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach, including what to know before you go.

Lutie’s Restaurant, outstanding dining, historic estate, perfectly-prepared pastries, peach jam preserves, urban oasis, and more. An in-depth stay review of Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts, including what to know before you go.

Infinity pools, complimentary kids club, teen game room, service issues, mariachi band, sargassum seaweed, and more. An in-depth stay review of Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, including what to know before you go.

Infinity pools, spa, wood-fired pizza, mariachi band, fireworks, and more. An in-depth stay review of Las Ventanas al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort, including what to know before you go.

Character-filled historic property, beach club and swimmable beach (one of very few in Cabo), complimentary Kids Club, stunning pools, Forbes 5-star spa, Jean-Georges dining concept, yacht excursions, and more. An in-depth stay review of One&Only Palmilla, including what to know before you go.

Co-founder and travel agent # 1 at Fora — named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies of 2023 — Henley Vazquez channeled her passion for travel into creating a modern, barrier-breaking agency focused on empowering anyone with a passion for travel to build a business they love.

Beachfront resort on a barrier island off Florida’s northeastern coast, 13 miles of stunning coastline, sandy white beaches, adult and children’s pools, spa, kids club, and more. An in-depth review of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, including what to know before you go.