If you’re looking for your very first vacation as parents with a baby in tow, you’ll be pleased to discover that newborns and infants are pretty transportable! You’ll no doubt be prioritizing sleep and rest, so a luxurious hotel bedroom, not to mention a breakfast buffet, will be a well-deserved treat. And now you’ll be looking for the best hotels for babies and new parents, with your priorities shifting away from great cocktail bars, exclusive restaurants or late check-outs.
Despite how tough your life might seem right now, this is probably the easiest vacation you’ll take as a parent for a good few years. With just one baby or toddler, you’ll be able to stick to your own routine and follow your own travel desires, without any back-chat from older kids. You’ll also find that many hotels will allow you to add a crib to a standard hotel room, so you can bring the little one wherever you want to go. Just grab a good baby carrier and you’re good to go!
9 of the Best Hotels for Babies
1. Martinhal Resort Sagres, Portugal
Why we love it… They are well set-up for babies here, as well as kids of all ages. There’s a fully-staffed children’s crèche (6 to 23 months) and all baby essentials are provided.A baby concierge will book all the baby equipment you need, from bottle sterilizers to safety gates and strollers. Diapers and other baby essentials are available from the resort shop. Restaurants have healthy options for toddlers and a variety of fresh purées for babies too.
When to go… Enjoy the warmth of Portugal’s sunnier season, from April to September.
2. Forsthofgut, Austria
Why we love it… This hotel is hyper-focused on families, and although babies under 2 aren’t permitted at the (amazing) kids clubs, they can provide babysitting services so you can take some time. The hotel offers a 24/7 parents’ room, daily changing baby porridge, a gorgeous spa with a separate family area, baby cribs, changing tables, strollers or baby carriers for rent or baby monitors.
When to go… Out of season, between September and March, when they run special offers for pre-schoolers.
3. Borgo Egnazia, Italy
Why we love it… There’s a crèche for babies and under-3s, with a sleeping room which has cribs, changing areas, bottle warmers and facilities for warming up baby food. The crèche prices include private babysitting and lunch (book a week ahead in high season).
When to go… The busiest time of year for this region is July and August, so if you can travel outside of those months you’ll find the best offers.
4. The Mark Hotel, NYC
Why we love it… The hotel offers guests a fleet of custom-designed strollers, ideal for a walk through Central Park. Older toddlers can also receive a selection of activity toys, from coloring pages to stickers from The Mark’s own Le Shop. Book an In-Suite slumber party and they’ll set up a personalized tent for tiny guests, an in-room family movie night complete with popcorn, chocolate milk and cookies, plus a custom coloring book and pencil set.
When to go… NYC is one of the best places to be in the Winter.
5. Carneros Resort & Spa, Napa
Why we love it… Each ‘room’ is actually a self-contained cottage, with your own patio garden. So you won’t have to worry about waking the neighbors if you’re having a less-than-silent night. This blissful spot also runs daily exercise activities and there are 2 on-site restaurants, so you can sit back and relax in this gorgeous resort without ever having to leave.
When to go… In the warmer months to make the most of the family pool.
6. OKU, Andalusia
Why we love it… There’s a distinctly ‘adult’ vibe here, so you won’t feel like you’re compromising on luxury or style. Unlike its adults-only sister resorts in Ibiza and Kos, this Spanish outpost has a kids club and welcomes families, so you won’t feel out of place with a crying infant at the pool.
When to go… This is one of the warmest parts of Europe, so you’ll get pleasant weather from April to October.
7. Four Seasons Resort and Residences, Anguilla
Why we love it… They’ll supply cookies, toys, and toddler bath robes and slippers here, and that’s just for starters. There’s a pool with mini loungers for infants and older toddlers will love seeing the resident iguanas around the estate. Ask about complimentary cribs, strollers, car seats, baby tubs, bottle sterilizers, and organic pureed baby food on the room service menu.
When to go… This is a year-round resort – a blissful winter sun break would be ideal.
8. Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, Mexico
Why we love it… If you’re staying here with a baby or toddler, the hotel will offer you a baby concierge who coordinates all gear, meals, and nanny service. They’ll provide the crib, stroller, baby tub and toiletries, bottle brush and sterilizer, pacifier, and more – so you won’t have to take it with you. The resort even offers a special package for celebrating your baby’s 1st birthday!
When to go… Rates are lowest in Autumn due to the ‘rainy’ season, but you can pretty much guarantee warm weather all year round.
9. Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London
Why we love it… This is definitely one of the best hotels for babies in the capital, offering changing mats, nappy bins, bottle warmers, and bouncers ready for check-in. They’ll offer toys, books and even personalised keepsakes in a crib. It’s also one of the best spots for access to Hyde Park – the perfect place for hours of long walks with the stroller.
When to go… London is always a good idea, at any time of year!
Tips for Traveling with Babies
If you want to get the best advice for traveling with babies or toddlers, ask a parent! Check out our team’s Travel Tips for more ideas on how to travel as a family.