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The Perfect Hotels for a No-Fuss Escape
Omni San Diego Hotel San Diego, CA
With a prime location in San Diego’s lively Gaslamp Quarter, this family-friendly hotel offers an elevated stay perfect for group getaways. Recently renovated accommodations provide ample space to unwind, featuring plush Serta Pillow Top mattresses and sweeping city views from floor-to-ceiling windows. Choose from deluxe rooms with two double beds or opt for a luxurious suite with connecting rooms for added convenience. Situated just minutes from top attractions like the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, and SeaWorld, adventure is always within reach. After a day of exploring, relax at the newly designed rooftop pool or take a scenic stroll along the waterfront at Seaport Village. Onsite dining options cater to all tastes, with laid-back Baja-inspired bites at the reimagined Tortuga pool bar and terrace and a menu perfect for game day at the new ground-floor restaurant Ace Porter. Little ones will love the Omni Junior Chefs program, offering young travelers healthy yet delicious meals, a welcome tote filled with organic snacks, and an interactive Say Goodnight to Hunger postcard that supports those in need. If your family unit involves four-legged friends, no worries—the hotel welcomes cats and dogs.
Recreate the magic of summer camp at this reimagined motor lodge in New York’s Catskill Mountains. Camptown is rustic yet elevated, with an array of accommodations ranging from classic king and queen rooms to 26 one-of-a-kind cabins. The two-bedroom cabins are ideal for families, with kitchenettes featuring full-sized refrigerators—available to stock from the hotel’s honor pantry—dining areas, porches or picnic tables, and fireplaces in some. Rooms blend classic cabin details like wood-paneled walls and Welsh woolen blankets with elevated touches like Frette linens, brass bathroom fixtures, and Marshall speakers. Dining here is a delight, with a seasonal pool bar, a fire pit for cozy s’mores nights, and the onsite restaurant, Casa Susanna, helmed by James Beard Award-nominated chef Efrén Hernández. If you’re visiting this winter for a ski trip at nearby Windham Mountain or to hike to the frozen waterfalls at Kaaterskill Falls, stop in Susanna for après. Warm up with goat birria, a 40-ounce dry-aged grass-fed ribeye steak, or a piping-hot thermos of hot chocolate atole.
Nestled in the new eco-urban development of Azabudai Hills, Janu Tokyo takes a modern approach to city luxury. The hotel’s thoughtful amenities and exquisite suites effortlessly blend traditional Japanese culture with familiar comforts. Accommodations are spacious, a rarity in Tokyo’s bustling metropolis, starting at just under 600 square feet. Each of the 122 guest rooms features living areas, rain showers, soaking tubs, and for most, a private balcony. The hotel is also home to some of the most impressive wellness facilities in the city, including a 25m light-filled swimming pool, state-of-the-art fitness equipment, and group classes that range from Pilates to boxing. After a workout, pay a visit to one of the private spa houses for a restorative treatment or recover in a traditional banya and hammam. With eight different dining and socializing venues, guests can enjoy a variety of culinary delights, from fresh pasta and pastries to omakase sushi courses.
Traveling with the family in NYC can be a squeeze—but not at The Kimberly Hotel. With suites roomy enough to rival actual apartments (and some with private balconies!), there’s space for everyone to spread out. The lobby’s marble floors, antique gold touches, and giant saltwater aquarium set the tone for a stay that’s anything but ordinary. Step outside, and you're just a short walk from Rockefeller Center, Grand Central, and Central Park, plus, with three subway lines nearby, you can zip around the city with ease. After a day of adventure, head up to the rooftop lounge for skyline views or kick back in feather-soft beds with room service. A stay here is proof that family trips to NYC don’t have to mean cramming into a shoebox.
Located in Fisherman’s Wharf, known for its family-fun activities, top restaurants, trendy bars, and iconic attractions, Hotel Caza truly places you in the heart of San Francisco. The fun-loving, family-friendly, urban chic hotel makes for a great stay by the bay, with 342 freshly renovated guest rooms and suites featuring Smart TVs to kick back and put on a movie, and work desks for when you need to focus. Spend your day at the heated outdoor pool, explore the best of downtown San Francisco just outside your doorstep, or visit the game room, packed with activities perfect for kids (or kids at heart!).
