Best family-friendly hotels and resorts for a last minute family vacation

Schenelle Dsouza 
A summer getaway is a must for everyone, especially families looking to spend quality time before getting back to their busy schedules. Now planning a vacation with your family can be a tedious task with each wanting a different kind of holiday. While the adults anticipate a restful getaway in a relaxing ambience, the youngsters usually prefer a more adventure-filled escape. However, hotels and resorts around the country have managed to accommodate exciting experiences amid a relaxing venue for a whole summer holiday experience. Check out these exciting family-friendly holidays and resorts for a memorable summer vacation with your family.
Cintacor Island Resort, Karnataka
Cintacor Island Resort, Karnataka 
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An offbeat getaway surrounded by the ocean can be a healthy mix of adventure and bliss, especially with a stunning island resort like Cintacor Island Resort. Located off the coast of Karwar, Cintacor has been commended as one of the most exquisite hotels in the region. And with the stunning seascapes, infinity pools and lavish accommodations, we can hardly argue otherwise. The resort has its own private beach, a view that can be enjoyed from the rooms’ private balconies. Now if you’re looking for quiet and relaxation, there’s nothing better than sitting by the pool or the beach. However, adventure enthusiasts will love the thrilling watersports and activities on board including jet skiing, dolphin cruising, kayaking, tube surfing, fishing and more. Not to mention the famed in-house wellness spa, Kurumasana where guests can indulge in the ultimate revitalising experience!
Price: ₹16,000/- per night onwards Book Here
Della Resorts, Lonavala
Della Resorts
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One of the popular hotels in Maharashtra, Della Resorts is famous for its family-friendly offerings. Whether you’re looking for an adventure-filled getaway, a camping experience or a relaxing spa holiday, Della has you covered. The resort includes a range of luxurious accommodations ranging from deluxe rooms and suites to lavish villas for larger groups. Adults looking to relax and unwind can check out the promising Della Spa offering specially curated signature wellness treatments while children and young adults looking for action and adventure can head to the Della Adventure Park. The park offers state-of-the-art rides, adventure sports and kid-friendly activities including a 100-foot Swoop Swing, Sky Cycling, Paintball, Bubble Soccer, Archery and so much more. What’s more, the resort is a pet-friendly escape perfect for families looking to enjoy a getaway with their furry friends!
Price: ₹35,000/- per night onwards Book Here
Mary Budden Estate, Uttarakhand
Mary Budden Estate
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While hotels are usually ideal options for family vacations, renting a villa or cottage can be a more private and intimate experience for families. A charming colonial-style cottage in Binsar, the Mary Budden Estate sits deep in the oak forests of the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. With its strategic location, the estate offers some of the best views of the Himalayas, not to mention the surrounding wilderness which is a hub for exploration. Guests can choose join trails through the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, the mountains of Kumaon, the famous stone temples, and even explore the city, treading through the markets in Almora, and soaking in the traditional architecture and local handicrafts.
Price: ₹37,000/- per night onwards Book Here
Neemrana Fort-Palace, Rajasthan
Fort Hotels in India
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History buffs and anyone with an appreciation for heritage structures will appreciate the venue of the Neemrana Fort Palace Hotel in Rajasthan. A 15th-century heritage building, the hotel is among the most popular resorts near Delhi. Built on a plateau of the two billion-year-old Aravalli ranges, the Neemrana Fort-Palace, despite being transformed into a hotel, has been preserved giving guests an authentic, royal-medieval experience. The structure of the property itself is quite enticing with nine palace wings built over 14 levels tiered into a hill, not to mention the stunning stepped gardens, courts and of course the presidential rooms. While the hotel itself is an experience on its own, guests will have plenty to do outside the hotel including exploring the Neemrana Baori or the stepwell, enjoying camel rides, weekend cultural performances and music programmes that take place regularly.
Price: 12,000/- per night onwards Book Here
Pashan Garh, A Taj Safari – Panna National Park
Pashan Garh, A Taj Safari - Panna National Park
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A safari holiday is perfect for families looking for an outdoor experience. Set in the middle of nature and surrounded by wildlife habitat, Pashan Garh is an experience to remember. The luxury jungle safari resort sits on the banks of the River Ken in Panna National Park and offers a range of lavish yet intimate lodges n the form of stone cottages overlooking the forest. The lodge is located about 40 km from the Panna National Park. Here is where the magic happens; guests can join in the nature trails and safari drives while their children partake in the Junior Naturalist Program allowing them to connect with nature via interactive activities with naturalists. Those looking to explore further can also join in visits to Pashan Garh village, the Panna town and attractions like the Pandav Falls And Caves, and the famed Khajuraho Temple complex.
Price: ₹35,400/- per night onwards Book Here

Rajmahal Palace RAAS, Jaipur

Rajmahal RAAS
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If you’re looking for a holiday defined by heritage and cultural experiences, then the Rajmahal Palace RAAS in Jaipur is an ideal holiday destination. Presenting a complete royal experience, the hotel has some of the most lavish rooms, we mean royally decked spaces furnished with rich upholstery and patterned walls along with family heirlooms, antiques and contemporary artefacts. What makes the rooms extra special is that some have been named after famous celebrity guests who once occupied the rooms including Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Diana and Jackie Kennedy. When in Jaipur, a complete tour of the city is a must. The Rajmahal Palace offers guests a variety of tour packages which include tours of the City Palace, Amer Fort, and Hawa Mahal, along with shopping escapades at Narain Niwas Palace and Johri Bazaar. 

Price: ₹23,600/- per night onwards Book Here
Tilar Siro, Andamans – CGH Earth
Tilar Siro, Andamans - CGH Earth
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Another tropical escape, the Andaman & Nicobar Islands certainly make for a memorable escape, be it with your friends, family or even a solo trip. Set against a backdrop of tropical vegetation and turquoise blue waters, CGH Earth’s Tilar Siro beach resort presents an intertwining of modernism and luxury in equal parts. More recently, the hotel launched its brand-new Sea-Facing Villa-Suite which offers a heavenly view of the island. Some of the exciting activities available include adventures such as diving, snorkelling, kayaking, and intertidal walks, in addition to land activities like forest trails, trekking and birdwatching for kids and adults.
Price: ₹23,000/- per night onwards Book Here
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