What is Grand Canyon Like for Family-Friendly Vacations?
If you've been searching for the ideal family-friendly vacation destination, you may want to consider Grand Canyon. Here you'll find a wide variety of family activities sure to appeal to both kids and adults alike. From nature hikes to beautiful scenery, Grand Canyon has lots of things to see and do that everyone will enjoy. Spend a day checking out attractions like Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon Visitor Center and Mather Point. When you're ready for some down time after a day of fun with the kids, Grand Canyon has a variety of places to stay, such as family hotels with swimming pools and hotels with family suites. No matter what you want, Grand Canyon offers different types of accommodations for families so you have a variety of options to choose from.
What Are Some of the Best Hotels in Grand Canyon?
Top hotel picks in and around Grand Canyon:
Yavapai Lodge
Within easy reach of Grand Canyon Visitor Center- Free parking • Free area shuttle • 2 restaurants • Bar • Central location
Red Feather Lodge
Hotel with bar, near Grand Canyon National Park- Free parking • Free WiFi • Restaurant • Outdoor pool • Walkable location
Squire Resort at the Grand Canyon, BW Signature Collection
Family-friendly hotel with outdoor pool, near Grand Canyon National Park- Free parking • Free WiFi • 2 restaurants • 2 bars • Walkable location
Grand Canyon Plaza Hotel
Hotel with bar, near National Geographic Grand Canyon Visitor Center- Free parking • Free WiFi • Restaurant • Outdoor pool • Central location
Maswik Lodge - Inside the Park
Hotel with bar, near Bright Angel Lodge- Free parking • Free WiFi • Free area shuttle • 2 restaurants • Walkable location
What Should I See and Do with Kids in Grand Canyon?
You’ll discover that Grand Canyon and the surrounding area offers many interesting things to see while you're out and about with the kids. Here are some suggestions to make your trip both educational and memorable:
- Parks
- Grand Canyon National Park
- Grand Canyon Visitor Center
- Mather Point
- Yavapai Geology Museum
- Tusayan Ruin & Museum
- Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent's Residence
- Yavapai Point
- Grand Canyon Railway
Museums & Art Galleries
Sights & Landmarks
- Shopping
- Hopi House
- Hermit's Rest