Top 11 Family Resorts In And Near The Poconos, Pennsylvania - Updated 2024

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No matter what time of year it is, it is always a great time to visit the Pocono Mountains! If you’re headed over in the spring, you can enjoy the historic towns, take in the natural beauty discover some new blooms. Looking for a summer trip? The Poconos are still perfect because you can cool off from the summer sun in one of the 150 lakes in and around the town. Thinking about those autumn leaves? Well, where better to get lost in those colorful leaves than on one of the many hiking trails? But don’t forget winter, because the Poconos have endless skiing, snowboarding, and tubing areas for all your wintery wants! So grab your car, grab your family and get moving. The Poconos offer a fun time for all four seasons so be sure to check out the best accommodations in the area. Aside from luxury cabins and lakefront Vrbo rentals, Pocono Mountains also have this list of the top family resorts to get your vacation started. Scroll down to see the best family resorts in and near the Poconos.

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 March 01, 2024.

1. Camelback Ski Resort (from USD 329)

Camelback Ski Resort is a 3-star accommodation that offers something for everyone in the family. Kids and young at heart can enjoy playing laser tag, riding bumper cars, and having fun at the Arcadia Aracade. Meanwhile, adults can go shopping and souvenir-buying at the Mountain Market. The resort also offers activities that make for great family bonding, such as ropes courses and escape rooms. There are also water slides that are suitable for all ages. After a long, adventurous day, the group can retire to their family suite which comes with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and a seating area.

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Camelback Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 193 Resort Dr
23.21 km (14.5 mi) from Adventure Center

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms

2. Great Wolf Lodge (from USD 311)

Here at Great Wolf Lodge, everyone in the family is in for a grand time! The rooms have different themes for the little ones: Kid Kamp, Wolf Den, Grizzly Bear, and more. Some rooms are even inclusive of waterpark access. The indoor pool and outdoor wave pool, mini - golf, game room, and bowling alley are just some of the family-friendly amenities you can enjoy here. There is a kid’s club with interactive games as well!

Plenty of dining options are also available, including Bear Paw Cafe, Hungry as a Wolf Pizza, and Buckets Snack Shop.

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Great Wolf Lodge

Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1 Great Wolf Drive, Scotrun (PA), Scotrun (PA), United States, 18355
21.31 km (13.3 mi) from Adventure Center

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms

3. Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark (from USD 233)

Home to an indoor waterpark, this family resort in Tannersville sure offers plenty of fun activities for families. Not only can you access the indoor water park for free during your stay, but you can also enjoy the game room and indoor pool and join excursions like snow tubing and snowboarding.

For dining options, a buffet breakfast is available from 7 am to 11 am daily, for a fee. There are also six on-site restaurants and a cafe to serve you delicious meals all day.

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Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark

Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 193 Resort Drive
23.24 km (14.5 mi) from Adventure Center

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4. Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort (from USD 182)

First up on our list is Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort. This Poconos resort for families is located right in the mountains along the Delaware River. While staying here all guests can enjoy a plethora of resort activities including a 27-hole golf course, guided hikes through the mountains, brewery tours, and campfires. If you’re visiting over the summer, the resort also has canoeing, rafting, and kayaking. Additional amenities include an on-site restaurant, River Room Restaurant and Bar, and an on-site pub, The Gem and Keystone Brewpub. The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort is just 3 miles (4.8 km) from Shawnee Mountain, where you can enjoy all the skiing and snowboarding you can imagine, and just 18 miles (29 km) from Mount Airy Casino if that’s more your speed! Everyone is sure to enjoy their stay at Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort.

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Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 100 Shawnee Inn Drive
27.83 km (17.3 mi) from Adventure Center

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

5. The Skytop Lodge (from USD 235)

If you are hoping for picturesque views, then The Skytop Lodge is the place for you. The Skytop Lodge is a castle-like Dutch-style lodge, that provides its guests with beautiful lakeside views. This kid-friendly resort in the Poconos offers spacious accommodations as well as a wide range of activities, including skiing, tennis, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, and even paddle boating. The resort grounds are ideal for lawn games as well. If you stay here, you’ll be just 10 miles (16 km) from Promised Land State Park and 16 miles (25.7 km) from Tobyhanna State Park. The Skytop Lodge is a family-friendly resort with beautiful grounds you will definitely enjoy!

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Skytop Lodge

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1 Skytop Lodge Road
1.33 km (0.9 mi) from Adventure Center

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Non-smoking rooms Fishing

6. Echo Valley Cottages (from USD 185)

Looking for something a bit more low-key and private for your family getaway? The Echo Valley Cottages offers its guests a selection of rooms and even private cottages so you can take your pick. On the cottage grounds itself, guests can enjoy the pool and mini golf course. What’s also great about the resort is its proximity to a plethora of restaurants and shops as well as Shawnee Mountain, Hidden Lake, Delaware River, and Bushkill Falls (all under 10 miles or 16 km from the resort). Previous guests have loved their stay and you’re bound to as well.

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Echo Valley Cottages

Wifi Available

Address: 1 Lower Lakeview Drive
22.38 km (14.0 mi) from Adventure Center

Parking Pets allowed Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Non-smoking rooms Fishing Skiing Family rooms

7. Carriage House Country Club (from USD 113)

Carriage House Country Club is actually right on the Pocono Manor. This means you’re super close to Great Wolf Lodge Pocono Mountains (just 6 miles or 9.6 km), Tobyhanna State Park (11 miles or 17.7 km), and Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (15 miles or 24.1 km). While called a country club, this resort in the Poconos for families features a variety of rooms (some even have balconies!), with access to the indoor pool, hot tub, and sauna. There are plenty of family-friendly activities to try as well. You’ll definitely be taken back to the historic Poconos at Carriage House Country Club.

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Carriage House Country Club

Wifi Available

Address: 390 Manor Drive
19.39 km (12.1 mi) from Adventure Center

Parking 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Family rooms Games room Free parking

8. Lukans Farm Resort

Lukans Farm Resort is a beautiful resort nestled in Hawley, PA. The resort has amazing amenities like tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts, a heated pool, and a variety of activities like hiking and fishing. And, don’t forget about the restaurants - they can truly be the highlight of your stay. The resort is about a 10-minute drive to Lake Wallenpaupack, Wayne County Fair, Honesdale town center, and Lackawaxen River. With great food and a great location, you’re bound to enjoy a fantastic family vacation here.

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Lukans Farm Resort

Wifi Available

Address: 539 Long Ridge Road
31.24 km (19.5 mi) from Adventure Center

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar Tennis court Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Non-smoking rooms

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9. Mountain Laurel Resort (from USD 97)

Looking for a little luxury on your trip to the Poconos? Then definitely check out the Mountain Laurel Resort. The resort features exclusive amenities like a spacious spa, indoor and outdoor pools, private balconies attached to each room, a fitness center, and even an on-site coffee shop. And if you somehow make it outside, you’ll be just 3 miles (4.8 km) from Francis Walter Dam and 7 minutes from Pocono Hershey Resort Golf Course, Jack Frost Mountain Resort, Hawks Falls, White Water River, and Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary. With so much to do both in and out of the resort, you may never want to leave.

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Mountain Laurel Resort

Wifi Available

Address: Route 940: PO Box 9
44.08 km (27.4 mi) from Adventure Center

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

10. Pocono Manor Resort and Spa (from USD 145)

If you are looking for a little more glitz, then definitely check out Pocono Manor Resort and Spa. This all-inclusive resort has a great location for all vacation types - under 20 miles (32.1 km) from all major ski mountains including Big Pocono State Park and Jack Frost Big Boulder, under 30 miles (48.2 km) from Lake Harmony and Deleware Water Gap National Recreation Area, about 10 miles (16 km) from Camelbeach Waterpark, and just 5 miles (8 km) from Mount Airy Casino. And if you don’t feel like leaving the resort, you can enjoy one of the countless activities available. Play tennis or a round of golf, go horseback riding, check out the game room, relax in one of the pools, or treat yourself at the spa. I bet this luxurious resort is already calling your name.

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11. Woodloch Pines Resort (from USD 438)

Like the nearby cabins, Woodloch Pines Resort is surrounded by beautiful pine trees and borders a large, expansive lake. And with such access to the lake, you can enjoy countless outdoor activities like canoeing, kayaking, jet skiing, fishing, and more. You can also try ice skating during the winter! Plus you can relax in the hot tub or sauna, lounge on the private beach, or explore one of the hiking trails before retiring to one of the spacious suites. If you get hungry, you can stop by the main dining room for a family-style meal or head to The Grille Room or The North Lodge Sports Bar for classic American fare. If you’re hoping to ski, Big Bear Mountain is just 8 miles (12.8 km) away! With so much to do, you may never want to leave this all-inclusive family resort.

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Pack your bags and head to the Poconos

Whatever the season, you know you can pack your bags and book one of these amazing resorts for a relaxing but still adventurous vacation. Their outdoor waterparks and outdoor activities offer a getaway one for the books! If you prefer lakefront rentals or pet-friendly cabins so you can bring your furry friends, Poconos Mountains has got you covered with plenty of options. Enjoy your time in the Poconos with your family!

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