Top 12 Family Resorts In New England, USA - Updated 2024

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New England, which consists of six states – Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island – is the ultimate family getaway destination. Its landscape is decorated with colorful foliage, rocky peaks of several mountain ranges, inland lakes, and an abundance of fun-filled activities, making it a real draw for tourists across the USA. There are also lots of theme parks and amusements parks in New England, as well as a myriad of museums, festivals, and various other performances that entertain locals and tourists alike. Travellers can enjoy a wide array of accommodations that range from yurts to unique treehouse hotels in New England. Keep on reading and check in to one of these top family resorts in New England, USA.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to family-friendly amenities and activities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.

1. Cliff House Maine (from USD 749)

Cliff House Maine is situated in Cape Neddick and features an indoor pool that you can enjoy all year. There is also a seasonal outdoor pool, so you can have fun under the sun and a spa and wellness center where you can get body treatments, facial treatments, and massage services.

Furthermore, this resort offers family-friendly amenities that kids and kids at heart will love such as the kids club, movie nights, and family rooms. There is also a restaurant and a bar on-site if you would like to grab a bite or have some drinks.

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Cliff House Maine

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 591 SHORE ROAD , Cape Neddick, York (ME), United States, 03902
6.26 km (3.9 mi) from Nubble Lighthouse

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

2. Water's Edge Resort & Spa (from USD 239)

Water’s Edge Resort & Spa is an oceanfront property that features a variety of family-friendly amenities such as a private beach area, children’s playground, games room, and swimming pools.

After a fun day at the beach, soak in the hot tub or sit in the sauna to relax and unwind. Then, head to the restaurant to have a delicious meal while enjoying beautiful views of the sea. At night, you can head to the garden and have fun grilling some barbecues or join in the resort’s evening entertainment.

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Water's Edge Resort & Spa

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1525 Boston Post Road
258.95 km (161.0 mi) from Nubble Lighthouse

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Sauna

3. Spruce Point Inn Resort and Spa (from USD 177)

If you’re looking for the best family hotel in New England, nothing can beat Spruce Point Inn Resort and Spa. Each of their rooms is equipped with standard amenities and offers partial oceanfront views. There’s an excellent spa on-site, so head up there if you feel like giving yourself some tender love and care. Five minutes drive from the property is Barrett Park, which makes for a great place for adults to unwind and kids to let off some steam.

You can also rent yourself a kayak and paddle out into the waters to entertain the little ones or soak in the stunning scenery. Else, you can also make a trip to the beautiful Boothbay Region Country Club, which is about 6.5 km (4 mi) away.

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Spruce Point Inn Resort and Spa

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 88 Grandview Avenue
107.56 km (66.9 mi) from Nubble Lighthouse

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Golf course (within 3 km)

4. Rangeley Lake Resort (from USD 175)

Are you looking for a place to spend your family vacation in New England? Perched along Maine’s Rangeley Lake, this resort offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom cabins that you can choose from, depending on the number of occupants. Each cabin is equipped with a full kitchen and a patio that offers great view of the neighbourhood.

As for entertainment, the resort has a games room, a playground for kids, an indoor swimming pool, a sauna, and a hot tub, all on on-site. All in all, a great package of good location, clean living space, and entertainment options.

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Rangeley Lake Resort a Ramada by Wyndham

Wifi Available

Address: 2222 Main Street
199.21 km (123.8 mi) from Nubble Lighthouse

Parking Pets allowed Tennis court Sauna Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Terrace

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5. The Essex Resort (from USD 198)

Spend your family getaways in New England at The Essex Resort, just about 4 km (2.5 mi) from downtown. Each of their rooms has been tastefully done up, with some room types also featuring a kitchenette. You can relax within the privacy of your rooms or step out to make use of the resort’s swimming pool, golf course, and fitness center.

The resort also offers fly fishing tours and hot air balloon rides, so get in touch with the front desk if you want your little one to have that experience. Else, you can also enroll them in the cookery classes conducted at and by the resort, so your kids can return with a new skill set! A fine choice of stay, this one.

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The Essex Resort & Spa

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 70 Essex Way
248.77 km (154.6 mi) from Nubble Lighthouse

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Sauna

6. Fox Ridge Resort (from USD 79)

Give your kids an option for staying at Fox Ridge Resort’s family rooms, which are centred around making kids feel at home, and you’ll guarantee yourself happy little ones. An indoor swimming pool, kids’ playground, and sprawling garden are only a few family-friendly facilities that this property offers on-site. Plus, Mount Meander is about a km (0.6 mi) away, so you can head there for some great hikes.

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Fox Ridge Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1979 White Mountain Highway
108.66 km (67.6 mi) from Nubble Lighthouse

Parking Pets allowed 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Non-smoking rooms Fishing Laundry

7. The Mansion at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club (from USD 295)

Stay at The Mansion at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club and enjoy private access to the beach, an outdoor and an indoor swimming pool, an on-site golf course, tennis courts, and a kids’ club, equipped with plenty of activities to keep the little ones entertained. This resort offers private villas, complete with a full kitchen and living room, which also makes for a great place to relax in. If not, head outdoors to the Cape Cod Museum Of Natural History, which is about a 10 minutes’ drive away. Or, catch a movie at Wellfleet Drive-In Theatre & Cinemas, about 20 minutes’ drive from the property.

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The Mansion at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 2907 Main Street
161.15 km (100.2 mi) from Nubble Lighthouse

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Sauna

8. The Villages at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club (from USD 160)

Complete with fully furnished, luxurious villas and rooms, equipped with top-class amenities, 11 on-site tennis courts, a 42 km- (26 mi-) biking trail, 5 swimming pools, and a myriad other attractions, it should be no wonder that The Villages at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club finds itself a place in this list. The resort offers great hospitality to its guests, leaving them not wanting to check out! The property has lovely, sprawling open spaces, which double up as great picnic spots or to bathe in some American sunshine while the kids enjoy cycling or head along for guided tours of local cultures that the resort arranges. Do note, the tours are separately charged for.

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The Villages at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 2907 Main Street
161.0 km (100.1 mi) from Nubble Lighthouse

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Sauna Fitness centre

9. River View Resort (from USD 271)

Go in for River View Resort’s Standard, Superior, or Deluxe apartment and enjoy Maine’s hospitality at its best. Featuring an outdoor as well as indoor, heated swimming pool, sun terrace, kids’ playground, games’ room, and a tennis court on-site with the option of heading for fishing, canoeing, or hiking in the neighbourhood, the resort places itself as a tough competitor as one of the top family-friendly resorts in New England, USA. There are also several restaurants nearby, so you can easily step out for a meal. Or, make use of the resort’s many brilliant facilities.

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River View Resort

Wifi Available

Address: 357 Mayville Street
142.17 km (88.4 mi) from Nubble Lighthouse

Parking Tennis court Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Fishing Games room Free parking Internet services

10. Jack O'Lantern Resort & Golf Course (from USD 99)

Perched amidst New Hampshire’s White Mountains is the picturesque setting of the Jack O'Lantern Resort & Golf Course. With all their rooms boasting a gold course- or mountain-view, the resort makes for a superb space of retreat. You can opt-in for the different occupancy rooms, a two-bedroom suite, or a three-bedroom villa, all of which are just as well done up. While the rooms only have an attached washroom, the suites and villas come equipped with a living area, a full kitchen, and a private patio. And as for entertainment, you can enjoy your time at the resort’s golf course or hit the basketball or tennis courts, also on-site.

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Jack O'Lantern Resort Lodging

Wifi Available

Address: 1668 Daniel Webster Highway
123.72 km (76.9 mi) from Nubble Lighthouse

Parking Tennis court Golf course (within 3 km) Terrace Non-smoking rooms Fishing Skiing Family rooms

11. Cape Codder Resort & Spa (from USD 127)

Cape Codder Resort & Spa is a luxury family resort in New England with an on-site indoor water park, wave pool, spa, saunas, and three restaurants, making it a superb resort. And, if you want to head outdoors, Kalmus Beach is only 6 km (3.7 mi) away.

You can chill within the property or step out for some beachy fun. Cape Codder Resort & Spa is quite a hit with families traveling to Massachusetts, so you can also think of considering it.

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Cape Codder Resort & Spa

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1225 Iyannough Road
167.39 km (104.1 mi) from Nubble Lighthouse

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna

12. Cranwell Spa and Golf Resort (from USD 215)

Equipped with an on-site 18-hole golf course, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, and a spa is the Cranwell Spa and Golf Resort, another excellent family-friendly choice. The kids can make use of any of the resort’s facilities while you spend your time relaxing. And, if you feel like stepping out, the lovely Norman Rockwell Museum is a 15 minutes’ drive away and Ski Butternut, about 21 km (13 mi) away. Both these places are loved by kids and adults alike, so consider Cranwell Spa and Golf Resort seriously.

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Land of manifold experiences

Whether you soak in Maine’s quietude or Massachusetts’s bustling vibe, Vermont’s serenity or Connecticut’s big-city vibe, Rhode Island’s thriving sailing scene, or New Hampshire’s booming culinary experiences, there’s an endless number of permutations and combinations you can work with. And, while you get busy planning that, zero in on one of the top kid-friendly resorts in New England or among these top family-friendly resorts in New England, USA.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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