Family resorts and kid-friendly
hotels in California

Full Guide 2023

From luxury resorts to inexpensive hotels, all hotels on our carefully selected list cater to families.

Check out the best family resorts and kid-friendly hotels in California that offer a variety of family amenities necessary to keep everyone entertained on vacation.

Find the hotel most suited for you and your family’s needs and book your dream vacation now!

Best family resorts in California

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

Treat your family to a fantastic vacation at Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa. This four-star resort provides its guests with a full-service spa and five on-site restaurants.

The main attraction of this pet-friendly hotel is the water park which features a lazy river, two water slides, a cliff-side hot tub, a sandy beach, and fountains and sprinklers.

Parents can enjoy an adults-only Azure pool, a European spa, tennis courts, and a golf course. The spa in the hotel includes a Turkish steam bath and a sauna.

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

Treat yourself to a vacation of a lifetime in Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club. This 5-star resort boasts a private beach, a full-service spa, and two spa tubs.

Waldorf Astoria is a family-friendly resort and provides a kids’ club, babysitting services, a children’s pool, and a complimentary stay for children.

You can find an abundance of activities such as golfing, free bike rental, beach yoga, pilates, surfing, and many more.

Hotel Ziggy

Want to visit Los Angeles, sightsee and have a fantastic family vacation? Check out Hotel Ziggy, a four-star accommodation 15-minute drive from the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Rodeo Drive.

This kid-friendly hotel features an outdoor pool, spa tub, and an on-site restaurant and bar. Great news- in Hotel Ziggy, children stay free of charge!

Besides sightseeing, guests are welcome to go golfing, hiking, or biking near this accommodation.

Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

For a vacation filled with adventure, choose Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa. This four-star, kid-friendly resort is located in San Diego, just 100 yards from the Pacific Ocean.

This pet-friendly hotel features a pool and a full-service on-site spa. In addition, guests can rent inline skates, bicycles, sand volleyball courts, and children’s activities.

This hotel for kids is located about 10 minutes drive from SeaWorld and about 20 minutes drive from The San Diego Zoo.

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THE CLEMENT HOTEL

Looking for a luxury, all-inclusive hotel in California that is also kid-friendly? The Clement Hotel, located in Palo Alto, is an excellent choice for you.

This five-star kid-friendly hotel boasts a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and private cabanas. Guests can enjoy American cuisine at the on-site restaurant that features an open kitchen.

Pets are welcome in this hotel and are staying for free. For a day of relaxation, try the on-site spa.

Shore hotel

Settled in Santa Monica, Shore Hotel is an excellent choice for an active family vacation.
This four-star hotel offers a pool with a poolside bar, restaurant, and complimentary stay for children.

This upscale hotel is pet-friendly and features rooms with a beautiful ocean view and a balcony.

Guests especially love this hotel because of the nearby activities they can enjoy, such as scuba diving, snorkeling, and surfing.

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa

Unwind with your whole family and create beautiful memories at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa. This four-star family hotel is located at Huntington Beach and offers a pool, spa tub, and two on-site restaurants.

Every room in this stunning Hyatt Regency resort features a balcony with a fantastic ocean view. Adjoining rooms are available upon request.

Nestled on the beach, this upscale hotel provides a full-service spa and doesn’t charge the stay for children.

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

If you are searching for a combination of comfort and luxury for your next family vacation in California, check out JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert.

This 5-star hotel for families boasts a fantastic view from every room and outdoor pools for adults and kids. Guests can unwind in the hot tub or the hotel’s full-service spa.

Nearby this upscale accommodation, you can try horse riding, mountain biking, and shopping, and in the hotel, enjoy tennis, basketball, volleyball, or golf.

Surf and Sand Resort

Located in Laguna Beach and boasting a fantastic view of the Pacific Ocean, Surf and Sand Resort is a go-to choice for a family vacation in California for many.

This pet-friendly resort features a pool, a full-service spa, and an on-site restaurant, Splashes. Surf and Sand Resort is especially loved for its location, overlooking the beach.

Besides enjoying the hotel facilities, you can try surfing, snorkeling, or unwinding in a yoga class.

Terranea Resort

Experience ultimate luxury on 102 private acres in Califonia’s Palos Verdes Peninsula. Terranea Resort boasts a fantastic view of the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island.

Every room in this five-star accommodation features a balcony, separate tub, and shower. In addition, the full-service on-site spa provides maximal relaxation as well as three pools.

This resort for families offers a plethora of activities such as archery, horseback riding, snorkeling, surfing, mini golf, and cooking classes.

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

Have a great time on your family vacation in San Diego by staying at San Diego Mission Bay Resort. This accommodation is located directly at the beach and offers guests a complimentary children’s stay.

This four-star hotel provides a pool, hot tub, and a full-service spa. Families can be carefree and always together in adjoining rooms.

Nearby kid-friendly hotel, you can enjoy whale watching, kayaking, hiking, golfing, or playing various water sports.

The Ranch at Laguna Beach

Enjoy your family vacation by staying at The Ranch at Laguna Beach in Laguna Beach. This accommodation provides their guests with an on-site restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a beach bar.

This four-star resort features connecting rooms, an on-site spa, and a wide array of activities to choose from and try.

Guests may try fitness classes, volleyball, golf lessons, biking, hiking, or head to the nearby beach.

The Waterfront Beach Resort

Have a carefree vacation at The Waterfront Beach Resort, A Hilton Hotel in Huntington Beach! This 4-star resort is located by the beach and offers a wide array of activities and facilities.

In this family resort, children stay free of charge and can be babysat upon request. Ultimate pampering is guaranteed in the on-site, full-service spa or spa tub.

Nearby this accommodation you can try golf, sailing, surfing or just soaking up the sun at the beach.

Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs

Enjoy your family vacation in Palm Springs at the Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs. This four-star hotel features two outdoor pools and a full-service spa.

In this pet-friendly vacation, you can ask for adjoining rooms, and the good news is that children stay for free.

Besides relaxing at the spa or in the pool, you can try fitness classes, yoga, golf, hiking, or horse riding nearby this accommodation.

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

Enjoy a beach vacation and stay at SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel. This three-star accommodation offers a complimentary breakfast.

At this beach hotel, children stay free and can enjoy a pool while parents relax in one of three hot tubs. Every room is equipped with a fridge and a microwave.

For an active vacation, try golf, hiking, biking, kayaking, surfing, or whale watching nearby.

The Kinney - Venice Beach

If staying by the beach is your idea of the perfect family vacation, then check out The Kinney- Venice Beach. This three-star hotel is just a 20-minute walk from Venice Beach and 40 minutes from Santa Monica beach.

In this budget-friendly hotel for families, children stay free of charge and can enjoy a whole day of fun in the outdoor pool.

Near Kinney-Venice Beach, you can go golfing, hiking, or biking.

Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

Check out Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel if you want to stay close to the airport and enjoy a nice family vacation. This four-star accommodation offers a complimentary shuttle to the airport, just 10 minute drive away.

Sheraton Gateway features a pool and an on-site restaurant. Adjoining rooms are available in this accommodation, and children stay free of charge.

If the pool isn’t your cup of tea, this hotel is close to the beach, where you can enjoy quality time with your family.

Palm Canyon Resort

For a great family vacation, check out Palm Canyon Resort. This accommodation is located just five minutes away from Indian Canyons.

This inexpensive resort boasts an outdoor water park with two pools, a waterslide, and a poolside bar. Besides the water park, guests can enjoy an on-site spa.

Activities available at this hotel include basketball and volleyball, but you can also golf nearby.

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