10 Best Family Hotels for Norwegian Travellers

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo is a striking and modern place in the heart of the capital’s Old Town. It’s just a moment’s walk away from the Royal Palace and its surrounding park. The 22-storey hotel is practically a palace itself, with an indoor pool for year-round enjoyment.

While the pool is certainly the star attraction for families looking for an Oslo hotel the kids will love, there are other conveniences to keep parents content. These include kids’ menus in the 2 restaurants and free cribs in rooms on request.

Topcamp Havblikk – Helgeland is actually a campsite rather than a hotel, but it offers more than your average grassy field. Located on the northern outskirts of Nesna, close to the port, it’s home to several features that kids will love. Aside from just the adventure of sleeping in a tent, they can play on the slides of the heated outdoor pool, test their skills at mini-golf, and explore the playground.

For older kids and adults, the coastal location offers exciting activities, such as stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkelling and fishing. You can also just rent a boat or jump on a ferry and explore the surrounding islands, which include Lovund, Træna, Rødøy, Myken and Støtt.

Tivoli Hotel is conveniently located in the centre of Copenhagen, close to the Tivoli Gardens amusement park. This modern 4-star hotel is one of the finest properties for families in the city. Facilities include a stylish indoor pool and a dedicated playroom for toddlers, featuring soft-play foam obstacles and arts and crafts. Babysitting services are also available.

If you’re bringing the whole troop, family rooms at Tivoli Hotel sleep up to 4. Another option would be to book 2 connecting rooms, which gives you the option of a double bed, 2 twin beds, and a sofa bed.

Chessington Safari Hotel is part of the larger Chessington World of Adventures, on the southwestern outskirts of London. Staying here puts you right in the heart of one of Britain’s most popular theme parks, with over 1,000 animals roaming around just outside your windows as well as over 40 rides and attractions.

Being a theme park, the rooms are obviously themed as well, with a creative and fun safari style. The hotel has a pool, game room, kids club, and babysitting service so that everyone in the family can have a good time.

Keemala is a stunning resort set in the jungle-covered hills along Phuket's west coast. Somewhat upmarket, it offers families a unique opportunity to stay in a plush, exotic treehouse, some of which even have their own swimming pool.

Since serenity is the major draw of Keemala, it is perhaps better suited to older children as opposed to young kids looking for adventure and play. However, the resort's excellent facilities, great restaurants and unique design make it a delight to explore for all ages.

Jorekstad Ferieleiligheter is basically a water park with a hotel attached, making it an obvious choice for families in Lillehammer. Located in the city's northern suburbs, it has several swimming pools, both indoors and out, with slides, toys, and a floating obstacle course. There are various sports facilities, and the Hunderfossen Adventure Park is also only a short drive away. Suffice it to say, your kids won’t get bored.

Accommodation-wise, Jorekstad Ferieleiligheter has 12 modest but pleasant wooden cabins. Each is basically a small home, with a lounge, bathroom and kitchen.

Disney's Hotel New York - The Art of Marvel is, despite its name, part of Disneyland® Paris. It gets its name from its New York and Marvel comics theme, which will certainly appeal to fans of the popular superhero movies. The fact that it sits among 2,000 hectares of world-famous attractions, including 2 theme parks, 2 shopping destinations and a golf course add to the draws for families. 

The hotel itself boasts both indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna and spa, 2 restaurants, a free kids club, and free cots or infant beds. The place is decorated with about 350 Marvel artworks – the largest such collection in the world. Babysitting services are available for an additional fee. 

Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel, Stockholm provides both comfort and convenience for families visiting the Swedish capital. Its central location makes it an excellent choice for those keen on doing some sightseeing. It’s less than 100 metres from the city’s central railway station and within a short walk of the city hall, Parliament House, the Royal Palace, and many other notable attractions.

For comfort, the Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel, Stockholm features a fantastic indoor swimming pool and a generally luxurious look and feel. However, the palatial atmosphere certainly does not exclude children and the facilities are all kid-friendly.

Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona is just a couple of streets away from the popular Llevant Beac. It's right next door to a major shopping mall, a couple of parks, and a variety of historical sites and museums. The hotel provides bicycle rental, making it easy to get around and explore the area.

Of course, being a Hilton, the quality of the hotel itself is very high. The rooftop pool is particularly enticing, and the rooms are very comfortable. They’re made even more comfortable for families because of the availability of extra beds and cribs for the younger guests.

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is a fantastic 5-star hotel on the west coast of Maui. It’s a great place to get away from it all while still enjoying first-class service and facilities. You can find 3 onsite restaurants, 2 poolside bars, a full-service spa, 3 outdoor pools and more.

For the travelling family, Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is a great choice. The list of features above is already enough to please most little ones (except for the bars, obviously), but the addition of a free kids’ club with daily activities and babysitting services makes this a great stay for the whole family.