7 Family Resorts You Can Still Book for Mother’s Day
Sometimes, procrastination pays off.
Welcome all Mother’s Day procrastinators: Regardless of the reason you haven’t made your plans yet, you still have time to celebrate yourself or the matriarch of your family in style—and maybe even a bathing suit.
So, while we’re all for a celebratory brunch, why not commemorate Mother’s Day with a memorable weekend away at a family-friendly resort. We’ve outlined some of our favorites that — and this is the most important part — still have availability for this very special weekend. Read on to find which dreamy property is perfect for a quick escape in the name of celebrating all moms do.
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites, Santa Monica, California
One of LA’s newest properties is this sun-soaked hotel, just steps from the iconic Santa Monica pier and the wide, golden beach. Mother’s Day weekend is an especially fun time to visit; the hotel has a partnership with Picnic Luv to spoil moms with extra special treats. The package for purchase includes a customizable picnic basket, an upgrade to a King Suite, chocolate-covered strawberries, and a bottle of champagne.
Rates from $350 a night
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Park Hyatt St. Kitts Christophe Harbour, St. Kitts, St. Kitts and Nevis
Located on the turquoise waters of Banana Bay, this hotel features unbeatable views of the Caribbean Sea.It might be tempting to never leave the room—considering so many of them feature private pools and decks—but then Mom would miss out on all the immersive activities Park Hyatt offers. For young ones, the Island Fort Kids Club has a rotating activity list inclusive of scavenger hunts and camping on the beach. Not to mention: When adults book the new all-inclusive add-on, children under 12 eat free.
Rates from $775 a night
The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Nassau, Bahamas
The Ocean Club on on Paradise Island boasts 35 acres of Versailles-inspired gardens, a quiet, white sand beach, and one of the most fun-filled kids clubs in the Caribbean. Little ones will never want to leave once they get a load of the high-tech gaming. While the kids are occupied, the adults can play a round of golf at Ocean Club Golf Course or indulge in a Bahama Rhythm Massage at the Balinese Spa.
Rates from $2,300 per night
Eden Roc Cap Cana, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
While parts of the DR may be associated more with spring break than family travel, the secluded eastern tip of the country is beautiful and serene. At Eden Roc, Mom has a choice of 65 rooms, ranging from multi-bedroom villas with private pools to dreamy beachfront suites. Consider dropping the kids off at Koko Kid’s Club for pint-sized kayaking, then heading to the infinity pool for a snooze in the sun. When you’re ready for some family time, choose from a range of activities like parent-kid spa packages, pizza making classes, and beach barbecues.
Rates from $850 per night
Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island, Michigan
This National Historic Landmark is nicknamed “America’s Summer Place” for good reason: The stunning resort located on Michigan’s quaint Mackinac Island offers plenty of outdoor recreation including a golf course, tennis court, hiking trails, and — new this year — the Woodlands Activity Center for kids, with everything from a BMX trail to a nature center. Even better: The resort opens for the season on May 6, just in time to celebrate Mom’s special day. If you’re going, make sure to book the Mother’s Day Package, which includes breakfast and dinner daily, a Mother’s Day Grand Luncheon with a champagne toast, and nightly entertainment in the Terrace room.
Rates from $729 a night
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa, Paradise Valley, Arizona
Perfect for the mom who appreciates a rugged hike (and luxe massage after), this adobe-style resort sits on 125 acres of the Sonoran Desert. Kids can splash around in the outdoor pools, while the mom of the hour gets pampered at the 32,000 square-foot Spa at Camelback Inn. On Sunday, May 8, swing by the on-site Rita’s Cantina & Bar, for a decadent brunch, plus live music, face painting, and the chance to take professional photos in front of Camelback Mountain.
Rates from $626 a night
The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe, Truckee, California
While Lake Tahoe may primarily be known as a snow sports destination, springtime here is referred to as “the secret season,” thanks to the ideal biking conditions and surplus of wildlife. Family fun means hiking, horseback riding, even riding on a hot air balloon. For a luxe stay in the region, you can’t go wrong with The Ritz-Carlton, where every room has a fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows for soaking in the stunning mountain views. Mom should definitely take a spin around the Highlands Spa, which has 17 treatment rooms, a dry-heat lodge, and a eucalyptus steam room. And don’t miss Mother’s Day brunch at on-site restaurant Manzanita: The menu will have a fisherman’s catch raw bar and a special Ritz Kids corner so the youngest diners can play instead of sitting through a meal.
Rates from $554 a night
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