Family Hotels in Virginia
- Richmond -- the capital of VirginiaShockoe Slip, Richmond, Virginia image by Christopher Martin from Fotolia.com
According to Virginia.org, the official tourism web site of Virginia, the state is ideal for family vacations with dozens of places for children to enjoy. However, the Virginia boasts of activities that cater to both parents and children alike. After a long day with the brood, check in at a nearby family hotel to let the kids rest their weary heads. - According to its web site, the historic Mountain Lake Conservancy & Hotel has been operating since the 1900s. Families can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, mountain biking and archery. Guided hikes and walks are also available, and the hotel opens their skiing facility every winter. Nearby attractions include the Appalachian Trail, the Stafford Art Studio and the Jefferson Natural Forest.
Most outdoor activities available at the 2,500-acre property are already included in the room prices. As of September 2010, hotel suites are priced from $150 for twin sharing to $920 for a four-bedroom cottage. Take the whole family to the hammock grove for a relaxing afternoon, play croquet or let the kids swim in the pool. You can also use the sports facilities which include volleyball and basketball courts.
Mountain Lake
115 Hotel Circle
Pembroke, VA
540-626-7121
mountainlakehotel.com - The Courtyard by Marriott Hotel is located at the oceanfront of Virginia Beach, with the lobby giving a view of the ocean. The Courtyard features a tropical pool with cascading waters and rock formations. The hotel also offers rooms with private spas and a view of the ocean. Visit the local attractions such as the Virginia Beach Boardwalk which is a few steps away from the hotel, or go to the beach to surf the waves. As of September 2010, room prices range from $170 to $210.
Courtyard by Marriott
3737 Atlantic Ave.,
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
757-437-0098
courtyardoceanfrontnorth.com - The Holiday Inn & Suites North Beach features the Sunspree Resort where families can enjoy water activities and relax in their private hotel suite after a long day. As of September 2010, rooms are priced at $110 to $160. The hotel features the Splish Splash Lagoon, a water park with 12 water slides and a lazy river. Watch the kids enjoy the slides while lounging in the sun. Toddlers and tweens alike can join the Splash Kamp, a seasonal kids club in the hotel. Enjoy specialty food on the Square Whale, an ocean front café. Visit nearby attractions such as the Virginia Aquarium, Ocean Breeze Fun Park and the Life Saving Museum of Virginia. Nearby shops provide bike and rollerblade rentals, as well as parasailing, windsurfing and boating equipment and guides.
The Holiday Inn & Suites North Beach
39th Street & Atlantic Avenue
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
757-428-1711
vboceanfrontnorth.com
