Hi Reader!

I hope your week is going great! ☀️

The past couple of weeks, we’ve been talking about how to choose the perfect family-friendly accommodations. First, we covered prioritizing what matters most—space, location, kitchen, pool, etc. Then, we broke down the pros and cons of hotels vs. vacation rentals.

This week, I want to share some of our favorite hotel chains for a big family! As a family of six, we need more space than a standard hotel room offers, and over the years, we’ve found a few hotel brands that work really well for us.

Our Go-To Hotel Chains for a Large Family

✅ Residence Inn – One- and two-bedroom suites with a separate living area (and a pull-out couch!). We love having extra space, and the full kitchenette makes preparing snacks and cooling drinks easier. Plus, free breakfast!​
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✅ Homewood Suites – Very similar to Residence Inn, with full kitchenettes and spacious suites. They even offer an evening social with snacks on some nights!
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✅ Embassy Suites – All-suite rooms with separate sleeping areas and one of the best free breakfasts out there. My kids are always excited for the made-to-order omelet station!
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✅ Drury Hotels – Some locations have suites that work for families, plus free breakfast AND an evening “Kickback” with snacks and drinks. (It’s saved us from buying dinner more than once!)
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We usually try to book a two-bedroom suite when we can (hello, second bathroom!), but we can make a one-bedroom suite work since it has a separate living space with a pull-out couch.

🌟 Residence Inn and Homewood Suites offer two-bedroom suites which is a huge plus for us!

If you’re looking for family-friendly hotels that make traveling with kids easier, these are great options!

➡️ I usually start with a hotel or resort, and if I can't find one that's well-priced, in a good location, and has great reviews, I’ll move on to searching for a vacation rental. 🛏

What’s Next?

Next week, to wrap up our Family-Friendly Accommodations series, I’m going to share some of our favorite hotels and vacation rentals we’ve stayed in!

Have a favorite hotel for your family? Hit reply and let me know—I’d love to hear your recommendations!

May you LOVE your adventure!

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