Having kids doesn't mean that you need to curtail your traveling habits. Vacationing with the whole family is a great way to create lasting memories and instill in your children the love of adventure.
You won’t need to travel far, as there are many resorts in Texas that accommodate families.
I’ve compiled a list of family friendly luxury resorts throughout Texas that have great children’s activities available. Even the most discerning child will have fun at these resorts, and all have amazing spa amenities available for parents. Check them out below!
AUSTIN
- Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa
This luxury resort includes amenities for the entire family. Surrounded by stunning natural scenery, it feels like a wilderness retreat. Children can play at the lazy river, waterslide, splash pad, or sandy beach area. There is even a Hyatt camp for kids available. The nightly smores are always a big hit and they offer unique activities such as stargazing, archery and trap shooting, and bird watching. If you are a family that likes outdoor adventure, but you’d prefer not skimp on luxury, this is the place for you!
- Four Seasons Hotel Austin
Known as the “Live Music Capital of the World,” Austin has so much to offer if you are a music lover. The Four Seasons Austin has partnered with Taylor Guitars to create a concierge program, in which guests can play in the comfort of their own room or on the hotel’s back lawn. A baby Taylor is available, so children can join in on the musical activities. If you’d prefer to focus on something else, there are hammocks nestled throughout and fun lawn games, such as ping pong, giant Jenga, and bean bag toss.
DALLAS
- Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
Every member of the family is sure to have fun at this one-of-a-kind resort. It boasts over four acres of lush indoor gardens and riverwalk, a seasonal water park, and both indoor and outdoor pools. While the waterpark alone can entertain children for days, many other activities such as gold mining classes, a small arcade, and giant checkers are available.
- Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas
This sleek hotel caters to the entire family. Upon checking in, children receive fresh cookies, a child-size bathrobe, and a welcome gift. The Kids For All Seasons program includes various games and activities in an indoor play area.
SAN ANTONIO
- La Cantera Resort & Spa
This resort has lots of amenities for children, including a kids club that has many outdoor activities. A range of supervised programs for children and teens include Zoomagination, Little Chefs, a nature trail adventure and Vibe, an event venue just for teens. Nightly movies with popcorn, smores, and magic shows are sure to impress children of many ages. The resort is also close to Six Flags FIesta Texas and has complimentary shuttles services to the theme park.
- JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa
Picturesque scenery surrounds this upscale resort that includes its own nine acre water park. Children can experience the ultimate outdoor fun on both the rapid river ride and the lazy river. The Range Rider's Kids Club is transformed nightly into a themed party and dinner for kids, leaving the parents time to explore the plethora of luxury amenities available.
What are your favorite family friendly luxury resorts?
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Maddie started her career in advertising sales and client management. Now she is using that experience to help small businesses grow through their social media presence and online content. When she isn’t thinking about how to revolutionize each client’s brand strategy, you can find her playing with her two kids, cuddling with her dogs, or taking long walks down the aisles of Target.