5 Family-Friendly Staycations in Phoenix

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Phoenix resorts offer great deals during the summer for family getaways. Here are 5 family-friendly staycations in Phoenix.

Family getaways are something parents and kids look forward to during the summer months. However, not everyone has the time, money, or resources to be able to get out of town. That doesn’t mean there aren’t great ways to enjoy some family time right in your area with some fantastic staycation opportunities. My family enjoys time away from home together without hitting the road for a long drive or flight. The Valley of the Sun offers many spectacular summer deals for families interested in spending time away from the house. Here are 5 family-friendly staycations in Phoenix.

Family-Friendly Staycation at JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa is an incredible family spot. Our family loves the recreation options on site. The lazy river is one of my favorite places to relax and hang out while enjoying time with my boys. They love to speed down the giant Serpentine Water Slide, so it is a win-win for us!

5 family-friendly staycations in Phoenix

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa offers a relaxing lazy river and a heart-pumping slide. Photo courtesy of JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

The best way to avoid getting too hot in the sun is to rent out a private poolside cabana. During the summer, the JW Marriot Phoenix Desert Ridge offers a Splash into Summer Package with a resort credit good for food, beverages, spa treatments, and other activities. A resort fee is also waived with this package.

Great Wolf Lodge Scottsdale Offers a Fun Family-Friendly Staycation

Great Wolf Lodge – Scottsdale is a must-see spot for families in the Valley. We’ve stayed on the property several times and have enjoyed it each time.  They offer exceptional activities for kids and wonderful relaxation spots for parents.

My kids, who are a little older, love to play the MagiQuest Wand & Wizard game. There are extra fees and costs associated with MagiQuest, but you can purchase a package that includes this activity and others onsite.

5 family-friendly staycations in Phoenix and Great Wolf Lodge

MagiQuest Wand & Wizard game. Photo courtesy Great Wolf Lodge – Scottsdale

The indoor water park is a great spot to keep cool while splashing around. We love that there is plenty to do, even if you don’t want to spend all day at the water park. You’ll find a variety of other fun indoor activities. There are always special summer activities for the kids each summer through August.

5 family-friendly staycations in Phoenix including Great Wolf Lodge

Enjoy the water park by the day or during an overnight stay. Photo courtesy Great Wolf Lodge – Scottsdale

Chill Family-Friendly Staycation at Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass

The Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass is a wonderful spot for the family to get away in their backyard. South of Chandler you’ll find time for a little R&R for the parents and the kids get a chance to explore the pool, water slide, onsite cultural activities, and the kids’ adventure club.

5 family-friendly staycations in Phoenix including the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass

Enjoy a relaxing family staycation at Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass. Photo courtesy Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass

The Koli Equestrian Center is a place where the kids can ride horses. The hotel runs excellent deals for Valley residents each summer, including daily resort credits, complimentary parking, late checkout, and more.

Discover an Oasis for Families at Arizona Grand Resort

Arizona Grand Resort is a spectacular venue for relaxation with friends and family. The resort is an all-suite hotel situated at the base of South Mountain Preserve—a popular destination here in the Valley. Our family loves this place. It is marvelous for parents and kids because of the family-friendly Oasis Water Park. Oasis is open from early morning until late evening – so there is a convenient time for everyone.

5 family-friendly staycations in Phoenix including the Arizona Grand Resort

Arizona Grand Resort is ideal for both kids and parents. Photo courtesy Arizona Grand Resort

As an extra bonus, the rooms at the resort are spacious, and this allows room for everyone to spread out while simultaneously enjoying being together.

5 family-friendly staycations in Phoenix with spacious guest suites at the Arizona Grand Resort.

You’ll find the guest suites spacious. Photo courtesy Arizona Grand Resort

Head to Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort for a Family-Friendly Staycation

Another spectacular staycation spot we have found here in the valley is the Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort. It has numerous family-friendly activities, especially by the pool, which is a great way to stay cool in the hot Phoenix summer.

If you plan to spend time at the pool, I suggest renting a cabana for the day. It’s the best investment you’ll make! With temperatures over 100 during the summer days, having somewhere with guaranteed shade and cooler temperatures is a must-do. There are several restaurants onsite, some are more upscale but there are options for everyone, including small children. The hotel offers terrific summer deals for families.

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Planning a Family-Friendly Staycation in Phoenix

Although summers can seem brutal in Phoenix, the solution is to jump into a pool and sip a cool drink under the shade of an umbrella. The Phoenix area has some amazing resorts, and summer offers a perfect opportunity to check them out. Most provide deep discounts and some even more significant discounts for Valley residents. Be sure to check out more of our favorite staycations on Wander and see what we love to do on a visit to Arizona.

Phoenix resorts offer great deals during the summer for family getaways. These are 5 family-friendly staycations in Phoenix that offer something for the entire family.  

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5 Family-Friendly Staycations in Phoenix

Written by Gretchen Pahia

Gretchen Pahia has more than two decades of journalism experience. Gretchen is an award-winning television news producer and when she isn’t writing for several local publications, she enjoys spending time with her family. Gretchen is an Arizona native, born and raised in the Valley, and continues to live there with her husband and two teenage sons.

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