Our Ten Favorite Luxury Hotels for a Family Vacation

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While there are plenty of luxury hotels and resorts in the world that are marketed towards couples and singles, there are many that are designed specifically for the entire family. These hotels perfectly balance luxury accommodations with a host of activities that are perfect for both you and your family. It can be difficult to entertain young children on vacation, so these hotels offer waterparks, daycare centers, and a variety of other packages that are fun not only for children, but their parents as well. We are going to take a look at out top ten favorite luxury hotels in the world that are perfect for a family vacation.

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10. Kingsmill Resort – Williamsburg, Virginia 

Kingsmill Resort

The Kingsmill Resort in Williamsburg has pretty much everything that you could possibly want in a premium family hotel. The accommodations are in the form of luxurious rooms and villas, with the more expensive suites offering apartment-like ammenitiess. For the adults, the resort offers a spa, water activities, two professional level golf courses, a few bars, and more. For the kids, Kingsmill has a host of activities that range from soccer games and a full-fledged day camp to arts-and-crafts and various other activities for kids. They even have a babysitting/daycare service as well. Additionally the resort is located only a few miles from the Busch Gardens theme park and Colonial Williamsburg so you’ll never run out of things to do here.

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9. Out ‘n’ About Treesort – Cave Junction, Oregon

Out n about treesort

Part luxury family resort, part treehouse complex, the Out ‘n’ About Treesort in Oregon is the perfect destination for the whole family. If you’re seeking a family vacation at an “alternative” hotel, the Treesort is extremely ideal considering that all of the hotels accommodations are in the form of luxury treehouses. Children love treehouses, and Out ‘n’ About is one of the most unique hotels in the world. They have plenty of activities for the whole family, like horseback riding trips, a rope climb course, and whitewater rafting excursions, while offering luxury accommodations that are sure to please. Where else can you stay in a place that’s like the Ewok village from Star Wars?

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8. Fort Wilderness Resort Disney – Orlando, Florida

Fort Wilderness Disney

Disney World has a variety of hotels and resorts that are perfect for the family, and Fort Wilderness would be one of them. I have personally stayed here with my family when I was younger and can personally attest to how great it is. The entire resort is themed like a frontier town found from the westerly expansion of the United States during the 1800’s and it’s a real treat. You can either camp here, or stay in one of the premium lodges, and there’s plenty to do. Besides, it’s also at Disney World, so you have arguably the nicest family theme park right in your backyard.

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7. Club Med Ixtapa – Zihuatanejo, Mexico

Club Med Ixtapa

Located on 37-acres of the western coast of Mexico, Club Med Ixtapa is a perfect beach experience that is fit for the whole family. The resort has won a few awards, including being ranked as one of the best family vacation destinations in the world. They have all the premium amenities and features that one would expect from a beach resort, and then offer plenty of activities for children. Ixtapa has various “clubs” that provide age-appropriate activities for children aged 4 months to 13 years old, including archery, scuba diving lessons, kayaking, and much more.

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6. Lewa Safari Camp – Laikipia, Kenya

Lewa Safari Camp

If your family is a bit more adventurous and you’re seeking an experience like no other, then consider the Lewa Safari Camp. The camp is located in the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Kenya that offers 62,000-acres of protected lands. You can go on safaris, hike with Masai warriors, fish at Lake Rutundu, see the African wildlife, or just relax at the camp. Accommodations are in the form of luxury tents, and children under six get to stay for free.

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5. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort – Orlando, Florida

Disney Grand Floridian Resort

We have another resort/hotel form Disney World on our list, only because these resorts by their very nature are perfect for the entire family. The Grand Floridian is arguably one of the most luxurious Disney resorts at the park, so you’ll be paying top dollar here, however it’s pretty awesome. The hotel is Victorian themed and offers a private beach, a live orchestra, a world class spa, a few restaurants, a pool, a few lounges, and more. Accommodations range from premium rooms to expansive villas that are essentially small homes. And again, Magic Kingdom is essentially your backyard.

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4. Beaches Turks and Caicos – Turks and Caicos, The Caribbean 

Beaches Turks and Caicos

The Beaches Turks and Caicos is an all-inclusive family resort that offers pretty much everything you would expect a Caribbean resort to have. It has amazing rooms, six pools, beach access, a spa, nineteen restaurants and bars, a water park, a kids club, a teen club, a variety of different activities, and much more. There’s a reason as to why the various Beaches properties are rated so highly, and you will surely enjoy your vacation spent at this particular location.

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3. Westin Riverfront Resort and Spa – Beaver Creek, Colorado

Westin Riverfront Resort

If your family enjoys to ski, then check out the Westin Riverfront Resort and Spa. This hotel has all the premium luxuries that you’d expect from a ski lodge, and then some. Its location is extremely beautiful, and the surrounding ski slopes are among the best in the United States. Additionally there is plenty of things for your children to enjoy. The Westin offers ski and snowboard lessons for kids and they even have a nursery if your children are too young to ski.

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2. Four Seasons Lanai at Manele Bay – Lanai City, Hawaii

Four Seasons Lanai

Not only is the Four Seasons Lanai at Manele Bay one of the nicest family hotels/resorts in the world, it’s just one of the nicest resorts period. This is one of the most popular vacation destinations in Hawaii, and you cannot really go wrong when opting to stay here. The location is absolutely stunning and the hotel has plenty to offer both adults and children. There’s a few pools, beach access, a spa, premium rooms, a playground, a family golf course, babysitting services, and a host of other features that make this Four Seasons a great pick for family fun.

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1. Atlantis Paradise Island Resort – The Bahamas, The Caribbean 

Atlantis Paradise Island

The $850-million-dollar Atlantis Paradise Island Resort is arguably the nicest beach resort in the entire world. This massive family resort offers 20,000 guest rooms, 38 restaurants, a few waterparks, eleven pools, premium beach access, and much more. There’s plenty of fun for the whole family here, and you’ll most likely never run out of things to do.

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Written by Sebastian Hensiek

From Philadelphia, Sebastian is a fan of music, writing, art, and entertainment.