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Family friendly hotels, inns and other lodgings are abundant in Massachusetts. Family friendly lodgings and accommodations can be found in every price range and in every corner of the state: from city centers like Boston, to the beaches of Cape Cod and Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard, to the mountains, farmland, and small towns of Central Mass. and the Berkshire Mountains. Family friendly hotels and motels generally offer the convenience of restaurants and swimming pools, as well as close proximity to family attractions, beaches and water sports, skiing, hiking, and other fun things to do for families.

Inn at Hastings Park

2027 Massachusetts Avenue Lexington, MA, 02421 Phone: 781-301-6660

History is at your doorstep when your family stays at this luxury inn

Just 15 miles from Boston, The Inn at Heritage Park, steps away from the battle green where the War for Independence began and other historic sites, boasts that its hospitality is truly revolutionary. See for yourself when you and your family check into a spacious and elegant room or suite. Or ask about the Pint-Sized Patriots Package, where the kids get tricorne hats, slippers and robes (plus milk and cookies!). Whether you’re riding complimentary bikes on the much-loved rail trail, hiking around Walden Pond, picking apples at an orchard or touring Louisa May Alcott’s home, you will love your Lexington area experience – and the modern amenities and comforts of this historic and multiple award-winning inn.

The Nantucket Hotel & Resort

77 Easton Street Nantucket, MA, 02554 Phone: 508-228-4747 Toll-Free: 866-807-6011

Our Grand, Award-Winning Nantucket resort makes family fun a specialty

Families love their stays at the award-winning Nantucket Hotel + Resort, and it’s no wonder: Activities at our resort include a complimentary Kids’ Club activities program; antique fire truck rides; library and complimentary DVD rentals; Concierge Services; a game room; shuttles to-and-from Nantucket’s popular beaches during the in-season; a fun, make-your-own S’mores program at our Breeze restaurant, complimentary outdoor heated pools; and more. With our resort as your home base, head out on a bike trip around the island, visit the world-famous Whaling Museum, park your umbrella on a beautiful beach or embark on a whale-watch or harbor cruise. Accommodations at our AAA Four-Diamond resort range from spacious one-to-four bedroom suites with kitchenettes and spacious living areas (some with private decks), to private cottages.

Indoor Pools - Brewster Green - Brewster, MA

Brewster Green Resort

203 Lund Farm Way Brewster, MA, 02631 Phone: 508-896-7551 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

It’s a vacation wrapped in a vacation when you stay at this amenity-filled Cape resort

It’s almost like a vacation inside a vacation when you and your family stay at the Brewster Green Resort. Just off historic and picturesque Route 6A on the Cape’s north coast, the resort is a short drive to National Seashore and bay beaches, museums, golf, charter fishing, lighthouses, ponds and lakes and all the natural wonders of Nickerson State Park, from hiking trails to access to the scenic Cape Cod Rail Trail for bikers. But the resort itself has indoor and outdoor pools, tennis and volleyball courts, nature trails, a horseshoe pit, sauna, hot tub and a children’s playground. Two- and three-bedroom units have full kitchens, fireplaces, patios or balconies with grills and a washer/dryer (plus two TVs!).

Seaport Hotel Boston

One Seaport Lane Boston, MA, 02210 Phone: 617-385-4000

Walkable, bike-able Boston and the comfortable Seaport Hotel is a great family-centric combo

Walkable, historic Boston is a great place for family vacations, and there’s no better launching pad than the Seaport Hotel, perfectly situated in the heart of the exciting Seaport District. The hotel’s spacious rooms and suites, with super harbor and city views, mean lots of room to stretch out and plan your busy days, from hiking the Freedom Trail to visiting the nearby Boston Children’s Museum and Tea Party Ships & Museum. Explore this vibrant neighborhood on one of the hotel’s complimentary bikes. Come back for dinner on the open-air terrace at TAMO Bistro + Bar. Ask about the First Mate’s Club, providing a year-round scavenger hunt and amenities for kids, starting with a toy they can select from Seaport’s Treasure Chest upon arrival.

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Publick House Historic Inn On the Common

277 Main Street - Route 131 Sturbridge, MA, 01566 Phone: 508-347-3313 Toll-Free: 800-782-5425

Active, comfortable family vacations begin at this spacious historic inn

When you bring your family to the Publick House inn, you have to start your day at the Bake Shoppe for some heavenly pastries. In the summer, take a dip in the outdoor pool or enjoy the spa and fitness room. If you have young history buffs, they’ll love the Revolutionary-era ambiance, and everyone will love dining at Ebenezer’s Tavern, where light Yankee fare for lunch and dinner includes a children’s menu with a turkey meal, fish and chips and burgers. Whether you stay in a spacious room in the motor lodge or a suite in the historic inn, Chamberlain House or Tiller House (with room fridges), your accommodations will be spacious and comfortable. Nearby attractions include Old Sturbridge Village, parks and beaches.

Indoor Pool - Rockport Inn & Suites - Rockport, MA

Rockport Inn and Suites

183 Main Street Rockport, MA, 01966 Phone: 978-546-3300

Explore scenic Rockport, North Shore from your suite in this convenient inn

Your family will love Rockport, and there’s no better place from which to see this scenic town than the Rockport Inn & Suites. Set on five acres, this comfortable inn is just a short walk to downtown shopping, restaurants, galleries and beaches. Book a suite with a full kitchen: a perfect launching pad for your vacation. In addition to great beaches, this active North Shore area offers kayaking, pirate ship charters, whale-watching and plenty of hiking and strolling opportunities. Or, venture into nearby Salem to visit the Witch Museum, Gloucester for the Maritime Heritage Center or Essex for a river cruise. Back at the inn, which offers a complimentary continental breakfast, relax in the indoor pool, or start your daily routine in our fitness center.

Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club

2907 Main Street (Route 6A) Brewster, MA, 02631 Phone: 508-896-9000 Toll-Free: 800-343-6074

So much for families to do, and so many lodging amenities, at spacious resort

What’s not to like at the luxurious Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club, if you are on a family vacation? Book spacious accommodations in the sprawling, family-oriented Villages, where your villa will include a kitchenette dining room, private patio or balcony and washer/dryer. You’re just steps away from several dining options, tennis courts and golf. Kids will love trying out the resort’s five pools (ask about dive-in movie nights) or showing the adults how to play pickle ball. There’s a private beach (for Mansion-side guests; Villages guests have access to beach shuttle to nearby beach), and you can rent a new kayak or stand-up paddle board and coast through calm Blueberry Pond. Or, rent a bike and hop on the nearby Cape Cod Rail Trail. It’s a short drive to the magnificent Cape Cod National Seashore’s ocean beaches.

Seawinds II

128 Old Wharf Road Dennisport, RI, 02639 Phone: 508-398-1474 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

Resort asks: Is there a better place for vacationing families than Cape Cod?

Cape Cod has been entertaining families for decades, and you can join in the fun when you book a fully furnished condo unit at Seawinds II in Dennisport. You can walk from your one- or two-bedroom unit (with gas fireplace and kitchen) to a private sandy beach, hit the pool at a nearby sister resort – or go exploring! Catch a wave at one of the National Seashore’s oceanside beaches, do some funky shopping in Hyannis, catch a whale-watch boat out of Provincetown, go biking on the Cape Cod Rail Trail, visit a nature sanctuary or museum or lighthouse. See some local theater, check out a concert and dine on the freshest seafood the coast has to offer.

Poolview Suite - Hotel 1620 - Plymouth, MA

Hotel 1620 at Plymouth Harbor

180 Water Street Plymouth, MA, 02360 Phone: 508-747-4900 Toll-Free: 866-719-8185

Hotel has all the ingredients – location, location, location – for a great family getaway

The ideal family vacation: a comfortable hotel, with a pool, where you can walk to all kinds of family-friendly attractions and restaurants. That’s what you get at Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor, right across the street from Plymouth Harbor and Cape Cod Bay. From your comfortable suite overlooking the indoor pool or the bay, you can plan your busy days in America’s Hometown. Walk down to the Mayflower II, Plymouth Rock, harbor cruises and whale watches and dozens of eateries. More restaurants and Pilgrim Hall are a couple blocks up on Court Street. Stroll along Town Brook to the Plimoth Grist Mill. There are several beaches nearby, as well as a winery, ice cream shops, galleries and boutiques. It’s a quick drive to Plimoth Patuxet Museums.

Sea Mist Resort

141 Great Neck Road South Mashpee, MA, 02649 Phone: 508-477-0549 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

Mashpee’s "Family Friendly" Resort

Set on 20 quiet, wooded acres just five miles from Nantucket Sound between Falmouth and Hyannis. It’s Cape Cod’s bucolic south coast where beautiful beaches, shopping, on the water adventures, and delicious local seafood are all within shouting distance. It’s 90 comfortably appointed one and two bedroom condos with a stocked, full-sized kitchen, queen beds, two full bathrooms, and all your linens and paper goods. This is a kid’s paradise with mini-golf, volleyball, horseshoes and shuffleboard. Unwind in one of the large pools or hot tub or get some time at the exercise room or the two tennis courts. Local marinas can set you up with equipment rentals, fishing charters, and excursions to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket.

Massachusetts Timeshares

From the mountains to the coast, Massachusetts has timeshares for that perfect family getaway

From the breath-taking Berkshires to bustling Boston and the shimmering shores of Cape Cod, Massachusetts has exactly what you need for that memorable family vacation. And what better way to relax than by purchasing a spacious, comfortable timeshare from one of the dozens offered in Massachusetts? Walk the Freedom Trail in Boston from your timeshare in Marriott’s Custom House, ski or hike through the beautiful Berkshires when you stay at Silverleaf’s Oak ’n’ Spruce in South Lee. On the Cape, timeshare ownership opportunities from Falmouth to Provincetown mean you can visit exceptional arts venues, golf on championship courses, shop ’til you drop in seaside villages and, of course, enjoy all the beach and water activities this famous coastal vacation haven has to offer. Call 866-633-1030 or visit our website by following our link above for more information.

Hotel on North

297 North Street Pittsfield, MA, 01201 Phone: 413-358-4741

Boutique hotel happy to serve as headquarters for all your Berkshire adventures

Ready to launch a family exploration of the beautiful Berkshires? The Hotel on North, smack dab in the middle of the region (no attraction is more than 40 minutes away), is ready to serve as your headquarters. Impeccable service and spacious rooms, some with kitchenettes and washer/dryers, await you at this welcoming hotel. There’s super-fast wi-fi throughout the hotel, but there’s also a lounge with board games, cards and vintage puzzles for low-tech relaxation. Area activities include ski slopes, the eclectic Berkshire Museum, a classic wooden carousel, mini golf, bowling, shopping, the Norman Rockwell Museum, tons of arts and theater venues, the Hancock Shaker Village and state parks ideal for hiking, biking and picnicking.

Ponds at Foxhollow

Route 7 Lenox, MA, 01240 Phone: 413-637-1469

Four seasons of the year, families find fun activities at this exceptional mountain resort

With fun activities and great recreation four seasons of the year, the Berkshire region is a family favorite. And what better way to enjoy it than by staying in a spacious condo at The Ponds at Foxhollow. The 223-acre property is perfect for hiking, biking and cross-country skiing. There are canoes and rowboats, a playground and a putting green, indoor and outdoor pools and courts for tennis, basketball and bocce. Do a puzzle in the library or bring a movie back to your condo, with a fireplace, fully furnished kitchen and deck overlooking the pond, Head out for an adventure in the mountains, from alpine skiing in the winter to kayaking in the spring, catching a concert at Tanglewood in the summer or visiting a scenic railway museum in the fall.

Holly Tree Resort

412 Main Street -- Route 28 West Yarmouth, MA, 02673 Phone: 866-469-8222

Fun for families is everywhere on the Cape and at this convenient resort in the heart of it all

Fun and relaxation are right outside your door at the Holly Tree Resort. From your comfortable studio or one-bedroom suite, you have access to amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, a kids’ wading pool, a whirlpool, basketball and racquetball courts, exercise and game rooms, a playground and seasonal activity programs for children and adults. Make dinner in your kitchenette or grill in the barbecue and picnic area – or drive into one of the Cape’s many picturesque towns and villages for memorable dining (as well as shopping, gallery-hopping, museums and nightlife). You’re close to beaches, island ferries, golf courses, beautiful bike paths and hiking trails, fishing and sightseeing cruises, theaters, sporting events and historic sites. Ask about deals and last-minute resort specials.

Battery Wharf Boston Hotel

Three Battery Wharf Boston, MA, 02109 Phone: 617-994-9000 Toll-Free: 800-257-7544

Harborfront hotel close to aquarium, historical sites, lively marketplace and other family activities

For generations, family have been finding so many fun things to do in Boston, they want to come back year after year. At the Battery Wharf Hotel, you won’t have to go far to experience a variety of family-oriented activities. There’s the New England Aquarium right down the street (and this harborside hotel has a package for that and for trolley tours), harbor cruises, whale watches, fabulous museums, the popular Freedom Trail, the lively North End neighborhood and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. You’re also close to TD Garden, where the Bruins and Celtics play. At the hotel, with comfortable and spacious rooms and suites, there’s a 24-hour fitness center, spa access, a convenient take-away cafe and casual dining with harbor views at the Battery Wharf Grille.

Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort

37 Corey Road -- Route 43 Hancock, MA, 01237 Phone: 413-738-5500 Toll-Free: 800-882-8859

Your family is going to fall in love with mountain resort’s lodging, list of activities

It’s hard to imagine a family not falling in love with Jiminy Peak. The mountain resort’s Berkshires setting is spectacular, the adventure parks, skiing and snowboarding superb, and staying in the Country Inn suites or more spacious condominium units is convenient – and just plain fun. The suites include a living room and kitchen, and the inn has an outdoor heated pool, exercise room and heated whirlpools. Need more room? Condo vacation homes have two and three bedrooms, and many have washer/dryers. Lodging is close to the Mountain Adventure Park with its alpine roller coaster, slide, rock-climbing wall and other attractions as well as the Aerial Adventure Park with a self-guided, elevated ropes course. Lots of casual restaurants to choose from, too.

Salem Waterfront Hotel

225 Derby Street Salem, MA, 01970 Phone: 978-740-8788 Toll-Free: 888-337-2536

Scenic waterfront hotel fun, comfortable place for your family’s Salem vacation

Bring the family to the Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites and settle in for a fun, and relaxing, getaway by the coast. From its perch on Pickering Wharf, the hotel offers guests spacious, comfortable rooms and suites, including some with refrigerators, microwaves and dining areas. There’s a big, heated indoor pool and a state-of-the-art fitness center. Dining is a breeze at the Regatta Pub, where hearty breakfasts, lunches and dinners are served, all with kids’ menus. Pickering Wharf is a great place to visit, with an assortment of unique boutiques and world-class dining. Stroll along a jetty to historic Derby Wharf Lighthouse, take a cruise along the North Shore’s scenic coastline, or walk into downtown Salem to explore its rich (and witchy) history.

Deerfield Inn

81 Old Main Street Deerfield, MA, 01342 Phone: 413-774-5587

Relaxing and close to kid-centered activities, inn makes for fun family getaway

The kids will have a great time – and learn a little something about history, too – when you stay at the Deerfield Inn. The 24-room inn dates back to 1884, and you can still see the original hayloft door and horse weathercock. Deerfield Village is a National Historic Landmark, featuring a 1774 Liberty Pole. Children love the Memorial Hall Museum with its local treasures, including the oldest rag doll in America and the world’s largest pumpkin pie pan! Nearby Hancock Shaker Village includes not only the Round Stone Barn, but piglets and other baby farm animals. And the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art is a short drive away. Dining at the inn is comfy and casual, and the spacious front porch is a great place to relax.

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Resorts, inns, hotels, cabins, campgrounds: The Berkshires has every lodging option imaginable

Your family will fall in love with the Berkshires in the spring and summer. There is so much to do and see, from whitewater rafting, biking, kayaking and mountain hiking to world-class museums, scenic train rides – even a butterfly garden to explore. Of course, it all begins with the perfect lodging, and this mountain region has plenty to offer. Stay in a full-service resort with activities from tennis to indoor and outdoor pools. Or choose an affordable motel redone in retro style. The area also boasts a great selection of cabins, cottages and campgrounds, as well as spacious vacation rentals for longer stays. Cook in your own kitchen or choose from an assortment of inviting restaurants. There are plenty of pet-friendly options, too, for that four-footed family member. To learn more click our listing link or search “Visit the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts” on Facebook.

Beachside Village

45 Surf Drive Falmouth, MA, 02540 Phone: 508-548-3975 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

Enough activities in and around this seaside resort to keep every family member happy

From tots to teens, there really is an activity to keep everyone happy when you stay at the Beachside Village, across from Falmouth’s popular Surf Drive Beach. Enjoy a day on the sandy beach, in the warm waters of the resort’s heated outdoor pool, on the nearby bike path, or take the family into Falmouth Village to catch a Cape Cod Baseball League game, take a tour of historic museums on the picturesque village green, or shop Main Street’s bookstores, boutiques and bakeries. Or drive to Woods Hole and board a ferry to Martha’s Vineyard, a mere seen miles away. Back at the resort, cook in your studio, one- or two-bedroom condo unit’s kitchenette or barbecue outside while the kids explore the playground.

Cape Cod Holiday Estates

97 Four Seasons Drive Mashpee, MA, 02649 Phone: 508-477-3377 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

Family fun begins at this friendly resort with free-standing homes for private relaxation

Why do families flock to Cape Cod? Because there is so much to do! From sailing to sunbathing, from hiking to harbor cruises, there is something for everyone on the Cape. And you can plan your fun vacation from your two- or three-bedroom home at Cape Cod Holiday Estates. Each home, with a sun deck and patio, whirlpool tub, fully equipped kitchen and charcoal grill, sits on a one-third-acre plot, surrounded by lawn and trees. You’ll have access to an indoor pool, tennis and basketball courts, a game room and children’s playground. Head off to the beach, or to stroll the Cape’s Main Streets with fun shopping and dining, take a Cape Cod Potato Chips Factory tour or visit the JFK Museum.

Indoor Pool New 2019 - Cape Winds Resort - Hyannis, MA

Cape Winds Resorts

657 West Main Street Hyannis, MA, 02601 Phone: 508-778-4949 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

Something for everyone when you stay at this four-season resort in the heart of the Cape

It’s no wonder that families love vacationing on Cape Cod: There is so much to do, which means there is something for everyone. So why not stay in the heart of it all? At Cape Winds Resorts in Hyannis, you’re close to island ferries, beaches, whale-watching and harbor cruises, duck boats, great shopping, a children’s playground, arts venues and every type of dining imaginable. The four-season resort offers one- and two-bedroom units and two-level townhouse suites. Full kitchens, decks, patios and amenities including an indoor heated pool and recreation area, barbecue grills, laundry facilities, a fitness center, volleyball court, horseshoe pit and clubhouse with a fireplace make this resort a convenient, comfortable home-away-from-home for families.

Winnetu Oceanside Resort

At South Beach on Martha's Vineyard -- 31 Dunes Road Edgartown, MA, 02539 Phone: 508-310-1733 Toll-Free: 866-335-1133

Special kids’ activities, family-friendly accommodations at this beachside resort

Got kids? The Winnetu Oceanside Resort has you covered for a fun-filled family vacation. With two heated outdoor swimming pools, antique fire truck rides, a water taxi ride to bustling Edgartown and a 250-yard walk to beautiful South Beach, the resort has something to keep everyone entertained. Special programs for parents and toddlers as well as day and night programs for children round out the activities. Teens will love the life-size chess set, tennis and a lawn perfect for Frisbee, soccer and whiffleball. Dining at The Dunes restaurant is a breeze, with a special Kids’ Corner area for families. Comfy accommodations range from hotel suites with kitchenettes to garden cottages and private homes perfect for multi-family vacations.

Cape Codder Resort & Spa

1225 Iyannough Road Hyannis, MA, 02601 Phone: 855-861-4370

With its water park, recreation activities and dining options, this resort is a family favorite

The Cape Codder Resort & Spa is so family friendly, you may have a hard time leaving. It starts with the water park, of course: a huge park with water slides, spouting whales, water cannons and buckets and a wave pool. It also has a whirlpool, sauna, fitness center and cafe. There are two casual-dining restaurants, an indoor arcade, a heated, year-round outdoor pool that turns into an LED light show at night, and a courtyard where you can lounge in the sand, or play basketball or pickle ball. Family suites at the resort accommodate up to six people, and special residences have full kitchens and fireplaces, for up to eight guests. Nearby activities include beaches, whale watches, cruises and ferries to the islands.

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