At the Brenton Hotel, on the harbor and close to all that makes Newport so much fun, the rooms, with water or city views, are suite-sized and the suites home-sized, making them perfect accommodations for families of all sizes. Let the hotel concierge plan your itinerary, take a staff-led walking or bike tour, or set off on your own to explore this historic city’s mansions, beaches, scenic walks and trails. Take a boat or trolley tour (they leave from right outside the hotel door), check out the eclectic shops and restaurants, visit the auto museum or tennis hall of fame. And don’t forget to ask about the Saturday and Sunday Tarts and Toons brunch in the hotel Living Room, with homemade toaster pastries and cartoons. Named to the Travel & Leisure Top 500 Hotels in the World in both 2022 and 2023.

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.

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Whether your family includes low-key travelers or outdoor enthusiasts, the Watch Hill Inn, and its two nearby sister inns, have something to make everyone’s vacation perfect. Accommodations at the historic inn are spacious, for small families to up to eight guests. Some have washers and dryers; all have fully equipped kitchens, comfy beds and charming views. A continental breakfast, midday and evening snacks (including milk and cookies) are served in the lounge. Complimentary activities at the Ocean House and the Weekapaug Inn include a private beach for boating and paddling, guided nature walks, golf, biking, children’s programs, lawn games, fishing and movies show in a screening room. Nearby, kids will love the famous village’ carousel and the Watch Hill Lighthouse and Museum.

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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.

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Will your family have fun at a resort where there is an exciting outdoor adventure everywhere you look? Of course! At The Preserve Sporting Club and Residences, families can ride horses, go kayaking or canoeing, hike and bike, play tennis, go rock-climbing or just hang out in the pool together. There’s a special Kids Club with outdoor games and activities. Take a nature walk during the day or play a little pickle ball or corn hole, then roast s’mores by a campfire at night. Lodging is as expansive as the activities, including luxurious suites, townhouses, cabins – even adorable tiny houses. Amenities include fireplaces, decks, gourmet kitchens, state-of-the-art technology and stunning views. And you have to check out the resort’s three hobbit houses!

Hotels in family-friendly Warwick, RI have the kind of amenities that will make you want to keep coming back. Most have indoor pools (some with hot tubs), in-room fridges and microwaves and free wifi. Some have breakfast buffets, fitness centers and pet-friendly rooms. Some offer 24-hour dining, sports courts, laundry facilities or proximity to shopping and movie theaters. Hotels either have casual on-site restaurants (with kids’ menus) or are close to several restaurants. Rooms are spacious; suites have seating areas and plenty of privacy. And some hotels have special family packages or kids-under-17-stay-free policies. From sailing and kayaking in the warm weather to cross-country skiing and skating in the winter, to arts venues and history museums, there is plenty to engage every member of your family.