South County hotels and motels welcome and enjoy kids and families

What do kids want on a vacation? Fun things to do, great food and accommodations where they stretch out and re-charge. That’s what the Ocean House has been offering families for generations. The historic inn overlooking Block Island and beyond has a full slate of children’s day and evening programs as well as a 650-foot private white-sand beach where you can take surfing and paddle-board lessons. There’s a croquet lawn, movies, an indoor lap pool, bike rentals and sunset cruises aboard classic sailing yachts. Signature suites have amenities including state-of-the-art kitchens, and the Dune Grass Suite has a Pirate’s Den bunk room. Or, stay in a cottage with its own pool! Restaurants have children’s menus, and there’s a candy and ice cream shop. Named one of Forbes Magazine's "Most Luxurious Hotels & Spas", and one of the top 100 hotels in the world according to Travel + Leisure readers.

Visit our sister property, Weekapaug Inn.

Some members of your family just want to relax on vacation, while others want to enjoy every activity available? The Weekapaug Inn, nestled on the Rhode Island shoreline, has a long history of appealing to every type of guest. Super-comfortable rooms and suites with dramatic water views and amenities from enclosed decks to soaking tubs are great for relaxing – and so is the private sandy beach. Activities include outings with a resident naturalist, boating excursions, kayaking, biking, paddle sports, fishing, swimming in the lap pool, s’mores by the fire pit and working out in the fitness center. Guests also have access to the spa, croquet lawn and squash courts at the nearby Ocean House. Ask about the four-bedroom Emerald City Cottage for a truly unique stay.

Visit our sister property, Ocean House Resort.