Family-Friendly Hotels

Elbow Beach Hotel -- Children stay free in their parent's room at this hotel, one of the finest full-service resorts on the island. Your best bet is the "Family Value Package," which includes accommodations, transfers, daily breakfast buffet, and a host of activities and extras; inquire about it when you book.

The Fairmont Southampton -- This giant resort offers the best children's program on the island, including parties and reliable babysitting. Children 18 and under stay free in a room with one or two adults.

Grotto Bay Beach Resort -- A longtime family favorite, this hotel features a heavily discounted "Family Special" for two adults and two children 15 and under spending at least 4 nights.

Rosemont -- Rosemont caters to families, and each of its units contains a kitchen. Some rooms can be joined together to accommodate larger broods. Babysitting can be arranged.

Royal Palms Hotel -- Although it can't compete with the big resorts in facilities, this longtime family favorite extends a cordial welcome. It's within walking distance of the City of Hamilton, so families can save on transportation. There's a freshwater pool, but the beach is a 10-minute ride or 30-minute walk away.

Sandpiper Apartments -- Families looking for a moderately priced vacation might check in here. Some units have living/dining areas with two double pullout sofa beds. Each unit has a kitchen where Mom and Dad can prepare simple meals to cut down on the high cost of dining out in Bermuda.

Willowbank -- The clientele is more church- and religion-oriented than virtually any other hotel in Bermuda, but who's to say that that won't do the young folks some good? The venue is safe and solid, and many families consider the emphasis on Bible study beneficial to their stability as a family.