Now that you know what to keep an eye out for when choosing the perfect hotel for your next family vacation, check out these great resorts options for families of all sizes. A resort that provides organized activities for younger children that goes beyond crafting in the room designated as the “kids’ club” is a much better bet, particularly if you’re staying for more than just a couple of days and you really need a break from parenting (no judgment here). If you’re traveling with little ones, having a kids’ club is great, but not if it comes with a ton of restrictions - especially limited hours.

We’re talking poolside limbo contests, pop-up ice cream stands and kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Boating excursions, guided hikes and museum visits are fun, but a hotel that also offers a variety of activities you can choose to do on impulse is ideal. Are there a variety of places to curl up with a book, check your email or just lounge in the sun without bumping into other families? Depending on the layout, even a boutique hotel can work for families, so long as there are multiple zones to space everything out. Acreage is great, but also take a look at the way the hotel is designed.