I am a sucker for a sexy hotel getaway—Portuguese beach resort to Texas urban idyll, sign me up! But real talk, when I’m traveling with my kid (or anybody else’s) I want to set my bags down somewhere where we can all have our own room, where the kitchen is accessible at no extra charge and, preferably, where there’s age-appropriate entertainment that makes the children feel they have something that’s just for them.
The good news? There are a ton of offerings on Airbnb that are designed to be supremely kid-friendly. And while I might not be able to swing one of their premium iconic adventures, such as a stay in Barbie’s Malibu DreamHouse or the home from Pixar’s Up recreated IRL in New Mexico, I love knowing I can find something extra-special here in the U.S. simply by browsing the regular listings. Below, 21 finds that are great for kids, and great for the parents trying to corral them.