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Family Star

Family Star

Sizeable accommodations and a wide variety of amenities enjoyed by guests of all ages. The Family Star is awarded to hotels that create precious memories for families.

Best Family Hotels

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Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives
Maldives
Packed with amenities and activities from your own spacious over-water villa to the rest of this luxurious resort, it’s hard to find any other choice more desirable than Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives. Relish direct beach access and the supplementary Island Club and Kids Club. From private Jacuzzi spas and personal in-room video game consoles, the fun here never ends, whether you stay indoors or roam the grounds.
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Grand Hyatt Seoul
South Korea
With a prime location, stylish suites designed for utmost comfort, and recreational facilities for guests of all ages, the Grand Hyatt Seoul is undoubtedly an ideal choice for families visiting Seoul. From here, guests can go sightseeing around the city with ease, as it’s situated just minutes from popular districts such as Myeongdong and Itaewon. At the same time, there’s something for everyone within the confines of this luxury hotel: exceptional dining options, a shopping arcade, spa, 24-hour gym, and several pools. In the winter, the pool complex is transformed into an ice rink — something you might want to ...
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Grand Lexis Port Dickson
Malaysia
Grand Lexis Port Dickson is luxuriously fine-tuned for families and groups of varying sizes. Each villa is spacious enough for a big party, with king-size beds, private pools, landscaped gardens, and sea-facing balconies to enjoy. This barely scratches the surfaces as roaming this beachfront paradise’s grounds will reveal a myriad of fun facilities like the karaoke center, a games room, and even an area for horseback riding.
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Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali
Indonesia
In all aspects, Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali ensures a family-friendly environment that is both plush and idyllic. Guests will find direct access to Segara Beach right at the front of the property, so safety and enjoyment are assured for even the youngest members of the bunch. Coupled with upscale amenities, guided activities, and a kids’ club, the resort makes for an excellent stay for travelling parties of all sizes.
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Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium
Singapore
Home to unrivaled amenities that prioritise convenience, Holiday Inn has become a favourite for family travel. Wi-Fi, laundry, parking, all of which are complementary, are bolstered by 24-hour service and a wide range of activities. The hotel goes above and beyond by even offering a complimentary smartphone with free local calls to keep track of the entire family. Topping it all off are great views in each spacious room.
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Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel
Hong Kong
Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel is more than just an accommodation with easy access to its theme park. This vintage hotel is smothered in everything Victorian, allowing you and your family to have meaningful fairy tale evenings to cap off each action-packed day at Disneyland. It also serves world-class cuisine with specialities from different parts of the globe, a garden maze shaped like Mickey Mouse, and a six-storey lobby to kick off the architectural splendour that awaits you in this enchanting realm. Best part is, there’s a specially made Cinderella Suite to let you live out your childhood dreams!
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Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel
Hong Kong
Aside from being a stone’s throw away from Ocean Park, this Marriott Hotel boasts elegant and distinct interiors. With rooms that have nature-inspired artworks, such as forests and oceans, your family will feel closer to nature without stepping out of your cosy accommodations. Adding to the nautical motif is the lobby’s 50-foot aquarium and a lagoon-style pool. But of course, Ocean Park Marriott Hotel wouldn’t be stellar without its signature steakhouse and the HARNN Heritage Spa, where you can avail of body scrubs, facials, and massages to help you unwind after an adrenaline-pumping day at Ocean Park!
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Hotel Cozzi Ximen Tainan
Taiwan
When it comes to offering a family-friendly hotel experience, Hotel Cozzi Ximen Tainan gets everything just right: spacious rooms, a prime location, and lots of kid-friendly facilities. Children will be delighted as soon as they lay their eyes on the hotel’s Cartoon Network-themed rooms, restaurant, indoor recreation areas, and outdoor playground. Of course, parents will have their share of fun, too. Sightseeing and shopping are just minutes away — as are some of the most popular restaurants and food vendors in Tainan, which happens to be Taiwan’s gourmet capital!
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Hotel Michael Sentosa
Singapore
Named after the late architectural genius, Michael Graves, Hotel Michael Sentosa doesn’t skimp even on the smallest — and finest — of details. With intricately made designer furniture and fixtures, spacious living areas have been transformed to posses an art gallery-like atmosphere. Even children can appreciate its overall eye-catching appeal. The pleasantries don’t stop there, as its in-house restaurants have treats in store for everyone including Fratelli, the all-day-dining Pizzeria.
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Lotte Hotel World
South Korea
Mainly a business hotel, Lotte Hotel World boasts of resort-type facilities idyllic for a family getaway. Rooms range from a simple yet cosy Superior Deluxe Room to a tastefully furnished themed Corner Suite Room decked out with top-of-the-line amenities. With direct connections to Seokchon Lake, Lotte World Adventure, and Lotte World Mall, guests can maximise the vicinity’s world-class shopping, leisure, and entertainment, guaranteeing a superb stay in Seoul
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Mandarin Oriental Taipei
Taiwan
From outside, the Mandarin Oriental Taipei stands out like a grand French manor in a sea of sharp modern skyscrapers. Upon stepping inside, you’ll be welcomed by palatial halls decorated with gold-trimmed fixtures, Art Deco furniture, and over 1, 700 art pieces. Their rooms (yes, even the entry-level ones) are among the most spacious ones in the Taipei luxury hotel scene — with marble bathrooms, walk-in closets, 480-thread count linens, and every expected tech facility.
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Marriott Executive Apartments Sukhumvit Park Bangkok
Thailand
Although it’s a foolproof choice no matter the trip, Marriott Executive Apartments Sukhumvit Park Bangkok is best for larger groups and longer stays. Each room is equipped with laundry necessities, plus a kitchen that guests can call their own. It is truly a cosy sanctuary — one that makes visitors feel right at home. For endless active fun, there is a tennis court and a golf simulator, among other impressive facilities.
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Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai
Japan
If a multicultural getaway is what you’re after, then up the ante by booking a stay with Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai, where the best of Japanese hospitality meets premium Italian style. With a host of amenities and conveniences such as rental items that range from phone chargers and wheelchairs to umbrellas and sewing kits, Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai offers unmatched service and comfort. Anything you need, this hotel readily provides.
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Montigo Resorts, Nongsa
Indonesia
Truly a gem for friends and family out to have a splashin’ time in Batam, Indonesia, Montigo Resort Nongsa feels like home. Just 30 minutes from Singapore, it offers accessibility and connectivity like no other. What makes Montigo Resort Nongsa a true standout, though, is its commitment to deliver a staycation experience hinged on fuss-free luxury for travellers of all ages .
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Novotel Ambassador Seoul Gangnam Hotel
South Korea
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Gangnam prides itself as a family-friendly hotel nestled in Seoul’s Gangnam district. Featuring 332 well-appointed rooms, four specialised restaurants, and a children's club, this upscale accommodation ensures that your family will have a grand time in Seoul. Not to mention, it is perfectly positioned in a district full of entertainment, shopping, and dining options.
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Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa
Thailand
Make tropical getaways more memorable at the Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa. With exclusive luxuries and a wide array of services and amenities, families travelling to Thailand will surely find it a delightful choice. Take pleasure in direct beach access and private pools. Savour scrumptious specialities and go on fun bike tours. With its vibrant aesthetics and vast grounds, Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa is the perfect stay for the young and young at heart.
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Ritz-Carlton Seoul
South Korea
Travelling with the family can be an all-hands-on-deck affair with many factors to consider, so you’ll want to find a hotel that meets your needs with ease and sophistication. With spacious rooms and lively entertainment options for all ages, the Ritz Carlton Seoul promises a welcoming and fulfilling stay for your family. Even better, the hotel’s proximity to the trendy, buzzy Gangnam area guarantees that you won’t run out of unforgettable memories for years to come.
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Seda Nuvali
Philippines
Set in the spectacular landscape of Nuvali, the resort-style Seda Nuvali delivers a memorable weekend getaway near Manila for families. Keep the children busy in the children’s playroom or game room, while the adults lounge by the pool. Tastefully designed rooms and suites offer an elegant and comfortable retreat after a sumptuous meal at Misto at the end of the day. And best of all, travellers will be in the heart of Nuvali, the ultimate recreational destination for adventure-ready families in the Philippines.
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Seri Pacific Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Primarily a business hotel, Seri Pacific Hotel Kuala Lumpur lives up to its five-star reputation by catering beyond its targeted audience. Suites impress with amenities designed for utmost comfort, while the entire property plays host to several facilities that will make any Malaysian getaway memorable and utterly delightful. With six dining options as well as a gym and pool to boot, there’s no better choice in the city.
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Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Taiwan
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei welcomes guests of all ages into a cosy, urban retreat in Taipei’s Daan neighbourhood. Thanks to its central location, this hotel stays close to popular attractions such as the Taipei Zoo, Maokong Gondola, and Taipei Arena — all of which have plenty of exciting activities and events for people travelling in big groups! Complete with two swimming pools and amenities for kids upon check-in, this hotel offers generous family packages, unparalleled views of Taipei, and a culture of hospitality that speaks from the heart.
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Shangri-La Hotel Singapore
Singapore
With more than 700 guestrooms and suites over 15 acres of land, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore is openly and proudly family-focused in its space and amenities. Adorned with luxurious dining options such as its Michelin-starred Shang Palace — alongside nine other in-house restaurants — and creative facilities like Buds, a one-of-a-kind kid entertainment zone, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore promises wholesome fun and the best of fine living.
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Simaisma Resort
Qatar
Simaisma Resort is a five-star oasis not far from the capital. An oceanfront property dotted with convenient amenities, fun facilities, and activities for all ages, it’s easy to understand why Simaisma Resort wins best in family getaways. Enjoy its collection of gyms and courts, which are nice additions to its impressive Water Sports Center. A comprehensive in-house tour service lets guests explore and admire nearby attractions, too.
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