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As family vacation destinations go, Flagstaff checks a whole lot of boxes: There are trails to hike, bike, and in winter, ski, plus a charming downtown rife with boho shops and casual restaurants, cool outdoor adventures like ziplining, and easy access to bucket-list stops like the Grand Canyon. Meanwhile, hotels in town tend to be low-key, casual and packed with the kind of extras that families appreciate like complimentary breakfast, an inviting pool, and free parking. Read on for a few top-rated options.
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Little America
Set in the middle of a shady forest, Little America boasts an alpine vibe right down to the lodge-like beamed lobby and crackling fire. Kids will love the on-site playground and two-mile nature trail that transforms even a brief stroll into an adventure. Meanwhile, adults will enjoy the cozy lounge and restaurant, fluffy down bedding and stylish custom furnishings. Spacious rooms—some with mountain views–have microwaves and chiller drawers; upgrade to a multi-bedroom apartment suite, and you’ll find a full kitchen complete with a dishwasher.
Fairfield Inn and Suites Flagstaff East
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Easy highway access makes Fairfield Inn a go-to for families looking to explore the Flagstaff region by car. Once you’ve checked in, take in mountain vistas from a chaise lounge on the outdoor terrace while your kids burn off a day’s worth of energy in the indoor pool—you can keep an eye on things through the glass wall that separates the two. Large rooms are equipped with microwaves and refrigerators and a free hot breakfast awaits each morning in the lobby.
Hampton Inn and Suites
Just two miles from downtown Flagstaff, this Hampton Inn upgrades the style quotient with a dramatic light fixture decorating the two-story lobby and interesting art throughout the hotel. There’s free breakfast each morning—kids will want to sit next to the covered wagon–an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Suites are particularly generous, with beds for four, a sleeper sofa and two televisions.
Drury Inn
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Too tired to even consider going out to a restaurant after a day of exploring Flagstaff? Drury Inn‘s got you covered with a complimentary happy hour each night that includes adult beverages and snacks substantial enough to stand in for dinner. Well located on the campus of Northern Arizona University and a short drive from town, this LEED-certified hotel also provides free breakfast. Rooms have fridges and microwaves, pets are welcome, and there’s even an indoor pool.
Residence Inn Old Town
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Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and separate living, sleeping, and work areas make this Residence Inn a winner for families. Add amenities like on-site laundry, free breakfast ,and an indoor pool and everybody’s happy. Families will also love the in-town location just steps from restaurants, shops, parks, and a stretch of Historic Route 66, which make it easy to explore more on foot.
Club Wyndham
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Like summer camp for kids and adults, this residence-style Wyndham resort sits at the edge of a 2,200-acre national forest and offers lots of fun activities like mini-golf, ping-pong, basketball, and swimming; there’s even an old-school snack bar. Parents can hang with the kids or at the adjacent country club where golf, tennis, and pickle ball—as well as a restaurant and bar—are all open to guests. The resort’s fully furnished townhouses give everyone a space of their own.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Flagstaff
Families with older kids will appreciate this centrally located DoubleTree hotel: An on-site Japanese restaurant serves not just teppanyaki-style grilled meats and veggies, but Flagstaff’s top-rated sushi, as well. There’s also a traditional restaurant (and lounge) and both restaurants provide room service if the kids have fallen asleep and you can’t bear the thought of another burger. There’s an outdoor pool, too.
Country Inn and Suites by Radisson
If you like the idea of a smaller hotel, but don’t want to give up the amenities of a larger property, consider this in-town Country Inn and Suites. Open since January 2020, this 51-room hotel has an indoor pool, outdoor fire pit, free breakfast, and a 24/7 supply of cookies in the lobby. Contemporary rooms have coffee makers, mini-fridges and microwaves.
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