Whether you are looking for cold or warm-weather winter getaways, our list includes ideas for every interest. Plan a ski trip to Colorado, go ice skating in California or plan a road trip in Texas. Get away to Washington D.C. and visit famous museums in the nation's capital. Tour San Francisco or explore famous attractions in Chicago. If you are looking for full-service resorts with water slides, pools, spas and golf, get away to Scottsdale, Florida or Hawaii.
Colorado - The Sebastian-Vail – A Timbers Resort
Check into The Sebastian-Vail – A Timbers Resort which has been recently renovated and offers ski-in/ski-out access to Vail Mountain, a pool, relaxing hot tubs and several excellent dining options. The hotel offers supervised activities for children during the winter season. Choose from 84 guest rooms and 23 luxury suites. Ask for one of the residential suites with a kitchen and a fireplace.
16 Vail Rd, Vail, CO 81657, Phone: 970-331-0698
Wisconsin - The Edgewater
Located just a stone’s throw from the State Capitol and within walking distance of Madison’s best restaurants and shops on the shores of Lake Mendota, the contemporary-chic The Edgewater has a classic grandeur and charm. Elegantly decorated, rooms and suites enjoy plush décor and furnishings, ample living areas and vast glass windows with spectacular views. Modern facilities, such as air-conditioning and satellite televisions create a comfortable atmosphere, whilst special touches such as a fully stocked minibar and 24-hour personal concierge service add a touch of glamour. The hotel has an ice rink where kids can have fun skating with a view.
1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI 53703, Phone: (608) 535-8200
Disney's Wilderness Lodge
Disney's Wilderness Lodge, inspired by the timeless beauty of the American Northwest, is peppered with waterfalls rushing over bare rock features, exposed wooden beams, and green pine forests. Guests can play in the Copper Creek, which leads to a beautiful heated pool with a waterslide as well as hot and cold whirlpool tubs and a play area for kids. There’s also the Boulder Ridge Cove Pool, built for relaxation with shaded seating areas, whirlpool spas, and a zero depth pool. The hotel has an arcade, restaurant, boat rentals and tours, movie nights, and more. Plus, each evening, the waters at the edge of the resort light up with the Electrical Water Pageant, a parade of lights that will delight the whole family.
901 Timberline Dr, Orlando, FL 32830, Phone: 407-824-3200
Hilton Head Marriott Resort and Spa
Hilton Beachfront Resort and Spa Hilton Head Island is a modern golf resort offering three PGA championship golf courses, making it a perfect choice for island visitors looking to hit the links. The resort is home to more oceanview guest rooms than any other resort on the island, with modern amenities offered in all rooms, including coffee makers, flat screen televisions, and complimentary wireless internet. Upgraded suites offer private living and dining space, including junior suites with amenities for family vacations. Luxurious amenities offered on site include indoor and outdoor pools, the full-service Spa Soleil, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. Dining options range from upscale seafood favorite Blue to the vibrant outdoor cocktail lounge Liquid.
One Hotel Circle, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, Phone: 843-686-8400
California - Hotel del Coronado
Hotel del Coronado in Southern California offers ice-skating overlooking the Pacific Ocean during the holidays. The hotel's 10,000 square foot Windsor Lawn is transformed into an ice rink with the Victorian Building adorned with 50,000 white lights serving as a backdrop. Holiday music and hot chocolate complete the festive atmosphere at the hotel. Three-hour skating sessions are available. Other family-friendly holiday vacation activities at the Hotel del Coronado include Surrey-Sleigh Rides, Family S'mores Roasts and the Lamb's Players Theatre's annual production of An American Christmas.
1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, Phone: (619) 435-6611, Video
Texas - Omni Barton Creek Resort
Texas offers many great getaways which combine relaxation, diverse activities and gourmet dining. Barton Creek Resort in Austin, Texas has a 18-hole miniature golf course great for families and a kids club offering fun activities such as arts and crafts, painting, nature walks, story time, computer games and puzzles. While kids have fun at the kids club, book a relaxing treatment at the resorts spa which offers a great Water Therapy pre-spa treatment.
Illinois - The Peninsula Hotel Chicago
Chicago is a destination where you can combine a visit to a city with pampering and relaxation. The Peninsula Hotel Chicago has a 14,000-square-foot spa, enclosed swimming pool overlooking Michigan Avenue, whirlpools and a rooftop sundeck. Rooms and suites are the Peninsula are spacious and luxurious. Trump International Chicago has a beautiful indoor pool, rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and several restaurants. Enjoy the pool with your kids and try a selection of cuisine from around the world. The Elysian Chicago offers stylish accommodations measuring on average 890 square feet in size, giving families plenty of room on their vacation. Hard Rock Hotel Chicago has an outdoor swimming pool with luxury cabanas which you can rent with kids.
Arizona - JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort and Spa
Stay in one of the individual casitas, a one- or two-bedroom suite, or a deluxe, two-bedroom pool suite, and you’ll want to come back time after time to the JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort and Spa. The warm Southwestern charm, two 18-hole championship golf courses, and the dry desert climate will win your heart. Relax in one of the heated pools or wander a desert trail. Hike up Camelback Mountain, and then indulge in a soothing massage. Play tennis or miniature golf, rent a bike to cruise town, or work out in our fitness center. You’ll make delightful memories at Camelback Inn. Enjoy a meal or an adult beverage at one of eight dining and bar options.
5402 East Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, Phone: 480-948-1700
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
Proudly family owned and operated since 1959, the Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club is an award-winning resort with an excellent location right on the waterfront. The property boasts 10 landscaped acres of palm trees and 500 feet of private beachfront; amenities include two pools, four tennis courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, complimentary Wi-Fi and valet parking, and a putting green. The on-site European-style spa offers guests massages, facials, and a variety of other age-old spa treatments, and the resort is also proud to offer an excellent selection of restaurants and bars that are open only to members and guests.
1700 S Ocean Ln, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Scottsdale - The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
Scottsdale, Arizona offers several great kid-friendly getaways. The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess offers the award-winning National Geographic Explorers Camp which lets kids have fun on vacation.The Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale has several outdoor swimming pools, golf, a spa and a choice of accommodations.
Aspen - The St. Regis Aspen Resort
Treat yourself to ultimate luxury in Aspen at the The St. Regis Aspen Resort. Tucked away at the base of Aspen mountain, the St. Regis is quintessential Aspen ski resort and is reminiscent of the gorgeous mountainside manors from the Gilded Age. It doesn’t matter if you’re an adventure seeker ready for the slopes, an arbiter of fine food on the hunt for your next mind blowing meal, or a connoisseur of culture seeking a new experience, the St. Regis is at your service. Rooms at the St. Regis offer amazing views of the mountain’s majestic slopes with fantastic eye catching colors changing throughout the seasons. Come in the summer to enjoy the beautiful wildflowers or in winter to see the magnificent white powdered mountain.
315 East Dean Street, Aspen, Colorado 81611, Phone: 970-920-3300
Triada Palm Springs, Autograph Collection
Triada Palm Springs lies near the gorgeous San Jacinto Mountains in Palm Springs, a beautiful respite from everyday life. Built in the Spanish colonial style, Triada offers chic and elegant rooms to its guests, featuring Wi-Fi, coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs. Guests can choose to upgrade to a suite, where they will also find full kitchens and private living rooms. In-room spa treatments are offered, and after a relaxing massage, guests can enjoy a delicious meal at the Illuminara restaurant, which features many locally sourced ingredients and dishes, or enjoy an expertly mixed cocktail by the pool.
640 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262, Phone: 760-844-7000
Manhattan Tower Apartment Hotel
Situated right on the east bank of the Intercoastal Waterway, the Manhattan Tower Apartment Hotel is a modern mid-century property offering 13 studios and one and two-bedroom condos. All units have fully equipped kitchens and free Wi-Fi, and some boast private terraces and excellent views of the waterway. If you don't have a room with a terrace, you're still free to enjoy the tranquil communal terrace and the heated in-ground pool surrounded by lush tropical foliage. The hotel is only a 5-minute walk away from the beach and the promenade, and is located very close to all the city's main attractions.
701 Bayshore Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Royal Sonesta Hotel Houston
As one of the few AAA Four Diamond rated hotels in the city, the Royal Sonesta Hotel Houston offers the perfect blend of modern luxury and Southern hospitality. The hotel caters to business and pleasure travelers alike, but business guests will especially appreciate the free in-room Wi-Fi, the 24-hour business center, and the convenient fax and photocopy service. The hotel's 485 rooms are all equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers, and some offer whirlpool tubs. Other amenities include an upscale restaurant, a cocktail lounge, an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and a free local shuttle service.
2222 West Loop S, Houston, TX 77027, Phone: 713-627-7600
Adobe Grand Villas
Travelers will find the award-winning Adobe Grand Villas situated just off of Arizona State Route 89A in the desert city of Sedona, Arizona. Guests staying here will appreciate the hotel’s close proximity to Sedona’s art galleries, sensational restaurants, charming cafes, and gift shops. The hotel also provides the perfect home base for exploring Sedona’s many attractions including the Red Rock Scenic Byway, Palatki Ruins, Red Rock State Park, and Cathedral Rock. The private villas are incredibly spacious, tastefully decorated, and feature individual themes that range from log cabin to Tuscan to Spanish to country chic. All of the villas are equipped with luxurious amenities that include jetted tubs, cozy fireplaces, and private patios with marvelous views.
35 Hozoni Drive, Sedona, AZ, Phone: 928-203-7616
Westin Nashville
The impeccable location of the Westin Nashville puts guests right in the heart of Nashville’s lively downtown district. Encouraging guests to be energetic and aspirational, the Westin Nashville offers tranquil rooms and suites with contemporary amenities that will provide guests with modern facilities in a comfortable, home-like setting. Visitors can spend their time rejuvenating in the Rhapsody Spa or dining and drinking at L27, one of Nashville’s premier rooftop lounges and pool bars. The hotel is steps away from the highly sought entertainment district and Music City Center, so guests can venture out and explore everything Nashville has to offer within minutes from the hotel.
807 Clark Place, Nashville, TN 37203, Phone: 615-248-2800
Coronado Beach Resort
The Coronado Beach Resort is a modern, unpretentious hotel with bright and airy rooms, a rooftop deck with a hot tub, and spectacular ocean views. Located a short walk from Coronado Beach, this beachside hotel has well-appointed guest rooms and suites with en-suite bathrooms, spacious living areas with fireplaces, and modern amenities like flat-screen televisions, microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers, and private balconies with ocean views. Hotel facilities include a fully equipped gym, a games room, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. There is an outdoor swimming pool and basketball court nearby and the Coronado Municipal Golf Course is a mile away.
1415 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, Phone: 877-681-4170
Florida - Royal Pacific Resort
Royal Pacific Resort in Orlando, Florida is a family-friendly resort with a tropical lagoon, beautiful gardens, a children's water play area and supervised activities for kids. Alternatively, stay at The Loews Hard Rock Hotel which has a huge outdoor pool, a 240-foot slide and a collection of rock and roll memorabilia.
The St. Regis Washington, D.C.
Washington D.C. is one of the must-see family destination where kids can learn about the U.S. history first hand. Visit famous landmarks and museums, dine at unique restaurants and go shopping. The St. Regis Washington, D.C. offers stylish rooms and luxury suites and is located just two blocks from the White House. The Hay Adams Hotel, named after historic figures John Hay and Henry Adams, is also close to the White House. Ask for one of the rooms of Lafayette Park and the White House when booking your stay. The Ritz-Carlton, Georgetown is another great spot in Washington D.C., offering a spa, modern furnishings and a signature restaurant.
