12 Family-Friendly Hotels and Staycation Spots In and Around NYC

12 Family-Friendly Hotels and Staycation Spots In and Around NYC
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12 Family-Friendly Hotels and Staycation Spots In and Around NYC

We know you see those swoon-worthy vacations on Insta, but you’re staying close to home this year. Luckily for you, we live in the best city to play tourist or to road trip nearby for a fantastic staycation. 

And with inflation skyrocketing on every single item these days, traveling closer to home makes traveling easier, lessening overall expenses and time spent on the road. In the list below, we’ve compiled a list of family-friendly hotels from various places around the area, ranging from Manhattan to Montauk.

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NYC Staycation Destinations

The Williamsburg Hotel – Brooklyn

96 Wythe Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11249
(718) 362-8100

Enjoy stunning city views with the family at The Williamburg’s rooftop pool this summer! When you stay at The Williamsburg Hotel, you can reserve a pool time slot between 9 am – 6 pm. Cabana and sun-bed reservations are also available for purchase.

TRYP by Wyndham – Times Square South

345 W 35th St., New York, NY 10001
(212) 600-2440

Check out the spacious, condo-style family suites at TRYP by Wyndham! Each suite contains bunk beds and separate living areas, giving your kids extra room to play. TRYP by Wyndham is just steps away from Madison Square Garden, the Empire State Building, Lincoln Center and more! 

The Rockaway Hotel – Queens

108-10 Rockaway Beach Dr., Queens, NY 11694
(718) 474-1216

Hit the beach and the pool when you stay at The Rockaway Hotel in Queens! This hotel is only a few minutes away from Rockaway Beach! After a day filled with fun, nothing beats spending time at the hotel pool.

While you’re there, cabanas are available for purchase and you can order food from the hotel restaurant’s concession-style menu all day long!

Hotel Beacon – Upper West Side

2130 Broadway, New York, NY 10023
(212) 787-1100

Hotel Beacon is a great option for your family because of its spacious rooms and awesome location. At this hotel, the rooms are equipped with kitchenettes, perfect for storing leftovers during your trip. The hotel also offers a “Stay 3 Pay 2” special, allowing you to stay three consecutive nights for the cost of two.

Hotel Gansevoort – Meatpacking District

18 9th Ave., New York, NY 10014
(212) 206-6700

Located in New York City’s Meatpacking District, Hotel Gansevoort is a great option to consider when planning your staycation. There is a heated pool on the hotel’s rooftop, along with free HBO that you can enjoy with your kids after a day of fun.

Hotel Gansevoort is also pet-friendly, allowing you to include the entire family on your next adventure!

Staten Island Destinations

Fairfield Inn & Suites

290 Wild Ave., Staten Island, NY 10314
(718) 698-8811

If you’re looking for a hotel on Staten Island with great accommodations, Fairfield Inn & Suites is a great choice for you to look into. This hotel has free Wi-Fi and breakfast included with your stay! Fairfield Inn & Suites also has a ferry terminal shuttle service available.

Hampton Inn & Suites

1120 South Ave., Staten Island, NY 10314
(718) 477-1600

There’s plenty to do when you stay at the Hampton Inn & Suites with your family in Staten Island! The Staten Island Zoo is only 15 minutes away, along with the Staten Island Mall. Free Wi-Fi, breakfast and parking are included with your stay.

Hilton Garden Inn

1100 South Ave., Staten Island, NY 10314
(718) 477-2400

The Hilton Garden Inn is also close to the Staten Island Zoo and the Staten Island Mall. When you stay at the Hilton Garden Inn, you can take advantage of their on-site restaurant! This hotel also has free Wi-Fi and parking.

Long Island Staycations Destinations

Hotel Indigo Long Island – Riverhead

1830 West Main St., Riverhead, NY 11901
(631) 369-2200

Hotel Indigo is a great place to take your kids for a mini-getaway! This trendy hotel is just minutes away from Splish Splash Waterpark and Riverhead Raceway.

After an action-packed day on Long Island, enjoy some of Hotel Indigo’s many amenities, including an outdoor pool, 24-hour fitness center and complimentary Wi-Fi. 

Haven – Montauk

533 Westlake Dr., Montauk, NY 11954
(631) 668-7000

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city for a few days? Head on over to Haven in Montauk.

This hotel is situated amongst peaceful, beautiful beaches. Haven has an outdoor pool, bike rental, beach parking passes and more. There’s nothing better than being less than a minute walk from the water. 

Harborfront Inn – Greenport

209 Front St., Greenport, NY 11944
(631) 477-0707

The Harborfront Inn is known as “one of the most family-friendly hotels in Greenport.” At this hotel, there is no additional charge for children under 12 sharing a room with a parent or guardian. Complimentary cribs are also available upon request.

Voted by Forbes in 2011 as “One of America’s Prettiest Towns,” Greenport Village is a great place to explore on your next getaway.

The Maidstone – East Hampton

207 Main St., East Hampton, NY 11937

(833) 953-2619

Situated on Main Street in the beautiful town of East Hampton, The Maidstone hotel is unmatched with its chic designs and wonderful amenities.

During your stay, borrow some of the hotel’s complimentary vintage bikes or parking permits to explore the nearby beaches. Your kids will love playing in the sand and experiencing everything else that The Hamptons have to offer.

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Dance Workshop - NY

<p dir="ltr">Nestled in the heart of the UES, Dance Workshop is a community-focused studio committed to dance education in a loving and safe environment. Dance Workshop offers Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre and Acro for ages 2+. They also offer a Pre-Professional Company track for dancers interested in taking their technique to the next level. Trial classes may be scheduled with the studio at the start of the season. Dance with Dance Workshop!</p> <p dir="ltr">MaryAnn Grasso founded Dance Workshop in 1979. Her daughter Nanci later joined her at the helm and in 2016 established Dance Workshop on the Upper East Side of NYC. MaryAnn and Nanci have devoted their lives to dance education, community and the development of children; raising dancers and sound human beings alike. Dance Workshop has seen thousands of dancers pass through the doors. They believe dance has the power to elevate and change lives!</p> <p><span id="docs-internal-guid-78b9d4ab-7fff-0ea8-b84f-04a5fe908f8c"></span><span id="docs-internal-guid-78b9d4ab-7fff-0ea8-b84f-04a5fe908f8c"><br /></span></p>

Explore MetroWest Boston

<p><span style="white-space: normal;"> </span></p> <h1>Turn Whining into Winning in MetroWest Boston</h1> <p>From beer gardens to corn mazes, state parks to beautiful art, MetroWest Boston is a great destination for a weekend trip! Enjoy <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/get-outside/?imgoing-place=hopkinton-state-park-61a91acef30b531a665ab64d">Hopkinton State Park</a>’s gorgeous foliage while kayaking on the lake or hiking, mountain biking, or snowshoeing on the amazing trails.</p> <p>In the evening, catch a play, musical, concert, art exhibition, dance performance, or immersive theatrical event at <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=hopkinton-center-for-the-arts-63c03d7e0d792d753263b4d1">Hopkinton Center for the Arts</a>.</p> <p>Get a great night’s sleep at one of the region’s hotels, such as <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=the-verve-hotel-boston-natick-tapestry-collection-by-hilton-61aa4790f30b531a666119e4">The VERVE</a>, with its fun and funky pop art décor, or <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=aloft-framingham-6216279ccc891d1d0862c8c2">Aloft</a> with their pool tables and lobby games. In the morning, visit the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=danforth-art-school-61a8e11cf30b531a66592d90">Danforth Art Museum</a>, a jewel box housing 3,500+ artworks from three centuries, including groundbreaking sculptures depicting the African and African American experience by Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller.</p> <p>Cross the street to the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=framingham-history-center-61a8e11cf30b531a66592d92">Framingham History Center</a> to explore their new multilingual exhibit that traces the city’s immigration story, from those fleeing the 1690s Salem Witch trials, to the Irish and Italian influx in the 1800-1900s, to the current migration of Brazilians. “Framingham’s Collective Journeys” includes oral histories, interactives, and artifacts.</p> <p>No visit to Framingham is complete without stopping at legendary <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/eat/?imgoing-place=jacks-abby-craft-lagers-61a8e11cf30b531a66592da0">Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers</a>, one of 17 breweries in MetroWest, where you can enjoy a flight with a schnitzel sandwich or their famous Framinghamburger. Afterwards, spend a few hours at <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/activities/?imgoing-place=level99-64a8389c51f92a351a6a3f06">Level99</a> testing each other with 50+ mental and physical escape rooms and challenges.</p> <p>The next day, tour the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=longfellows-wayside-inn-61aa7aa3f30b531a66621f57">Wayside Inn</a>. The oldest inn in America’s 100-acre property includes the Old Barn, now a farm stand with displays of antique farming tools, the historic Grist Mill, and beautiful grounds containing the Longfellow Memorial Garden, the Redstone Schoolhouse from the poem “Mary Had a Little Lamb”, the Martha-Mary Chapel, and Josephine's Pond for fishing. Stay for a delicious gourmet meal in their historic dining room.</p> <p>Spend the afternoon at the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=american-heritage-museum-61a92852f30b531a665b17bf">American Heritage Museum</a>. Start your tour in the depths of a WWI trench listening to a nurse’s first-hand account from the Western Front while bombs explode above you and the floor begins to shake. This extraordinary museum features one-of-a-kind historic aircraft, tanks, cars and rare relics from the Revolutionary War to today, in immersive exhibits and living history events. Afterwards, wander the charming shops and boutiques of downtown Hudson.</p> <h3>MetroWest Boston offers these and many other attractions, activities and events for the whole family!</h3>

Plugged in Band

<div>Plugged In is a nonprofit program that offers online programs to student musicians (Ages 10-18) in a non-competitive environment and provides band and individual performance opportunities in support of community and charitable causes.</div> <div> </div> <div>Our programs include:</div> <div> </div> <div>Rock Band Classes</div> <div>Private Music Lessons</div> <div>Summer Camp</div> <div>Digital/Audio Production</div> <div>Songwriting and Recording Workshops</div> <div> </div> <div>Oh and hey parents, we are now offering private music lessons and our rock band program for adults too. Reach out to us for more information. </div>