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The Best Luxury Hotels For Teens And Tweens

As your children grow older, finding engaging vacation destinations becomes increasingly important. Teens are no longer satisfied with activities geared towards younger children, yet there’s limited information available on resorts that cater specifically to their interests. If you’re in the middle of planning a family-friendly getaway and are seeking the perfect resort to keep your teens entertained, look no further.

Traveling with teens shouldn’t be stressful; it’s an opportunity to bond as a family while exploring new destinations. When selecting a resort, it’s essential to consider your teenagers’ unique preferences – they’re craving novelty, independence, and a touch of adventure. From Western-themed adventures to beach escapes and ski retreats, our curated list features top luxury resorts across the US, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean that promise unforgettable experiences for the whole family. Stay tuned as we delve into the extra perks offered by these resorts and highlight our favorite activities guaranteed to keep teens and tweens entertained throughout your stay.

The Resort At Paws Up

The Resort at Paws Up is an ideal luxury destination for teens and tweens, offering over 70 activities across its sprawling 37,000-acre Montana ranch. From horseback riding to fly fishing and spa treatments, there’s something for everyone. With 27 luxury homes and 46 glamping tents, guests can enjoy rustic elegance while enjoying modern comforts. Located just 35 miles from Missoula International Airport, accessibility is convenient. Whether exploring the wilderness on horseback or relaxing in the resort’s cozy accommodations, families are guaranteed an adventure-filled experience.

Activities:

  • Equestrian experiences
  • Sporting clays course
  • Fly fishing
  • ATV riding
  • Hiking
  • Mountain biking
  • Paintball course
  • Whitewater rafting
  • Rappelling
  • Hot air ballooning
  • Dogsledding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Skiing
  • …And much more!

Complimentary benefits we can add to your stay:

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
  • Daily full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom served in the restaurant
  • Complimentary round-trip airport transfers
  • Bottle of wine in room on arrival
  • A $300 activity credit, to be utilized during the stay
  • Early check-in, late check-out, subject to availability

Contact our team to learn more about rates and availability during your desired dates.

Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Families that want to visit Dorado Beach can take advantage of 29 Reserve Residences that have direct beach access and are within walking distance to the property’s guest facilities, though a golf cart is provided for each residence as well. These residences are spacious and offer full kitchens, living areas, and up to 5 bedrooms. If guests don’t feel like cooking in the kitchens they can hire a private chef to take care of their meals. For an ultra special experience, guests can book Su Casa – an 8,000 square-foot home that comes with a full-sized pool and plenty of space to accommodate larger groups.

Activities:

  • Ziplining
  • Cave exploration
  • Rainforest hiking
  • Night hiking
  • Stargazing
  • Horseback riding
  • Cultural tours
  • Golfing at two courses
  • Waterpark
  • Catamaran excursions
  • Scuba diving
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking in the bioluminescent bay

Clients of Ourisman Travel can take advantage of our great relationship with Dorado Beach, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve, and our incredible Virtuoso Amenities:

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
  • Daily full breakfast for two guests per bedroom at COA
  • $150 resort credit to be utilized during the stay
  • Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita

Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita is an exceptional choice for families with teens and tweens. Embracing the “mi casa, su casa” philosophy, the resort offers genuine Mexican hospitality, making guests feel like family. Nestled between the Sierra Madre Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, it provides stunning views and a sense of tranquility. The resort boasts 173 ocean-view guest rooms, including suites with private plunge pools, ensuring luxurious comfort for families. They have an over-the-top kids program and offer a plethora of sea and land activities for younger kids, teens, and adults. As a Preferred Partner, we can also offer our clients a complimentary 4th night, allowing for more time to make cherished memories as a family,

Activities:

  • Tennis courts
  • Coral reef snorkeling
  • Sailing
  • Fishing
  • Scuba diving
  • Whale watching (seasonal)
  • Golf
  • Horseback riding on the beach
  • Sea foraging
  • Spanish classes

Four Seasons Preferred Partner can generally be combined with any rates you’ll find directly with Four Seasons. The upgrades through Preferred Partner are also prioritized over upgrades through other programs, so you’ll want to use Preferred Partner over a program like Virtuoso or Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts. As a Preferred Partner agency, we can make Preferred Partner bookings on your behalf. As a Top 30 advisor globally for Four Seasons, we know that our clients are in the best hands wherever they stay.

As a client of Ourisman Travel, you can enjoy VIP status and these premium value-added amenities exclusively through our Preferred Partner affiliation:

  • Daily full breakfast for two people per bedroom served in a hotel restaurant or through in-room dining
  • Hotel/Resort Credit* (based on room category booked):
    • Guest Rooms: USD 100 credit per stay
    • Suites and Specialty Suites: USD 200 credit per stay
    • Private Retreats: USD 200 credit per bedroom per stay
  • Upgrade of one category, based on availability at the time of check-in
  • Welcome note and amenity at check-in

Exclusive Promotion: 4th Night Free! Valid for selected dates between
May 6, 2024 –Sep 30, 2024. Offers are subject to availability at the time of booking. Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply. Contact us to learn more. 

Park Hyatt Beaver Creek & Grand Hyatt Vail

Alex from Team O recently had the privilege of splitting her stay between Grand Hyatt Vail and Park Hyatt Beaver Creek and one thing was obvious: this is the perfect destination for teens & tweens.

Vail Village offers skiing for all skill levels, has a wonderful ski school, and scenic gondola rides, while Beaver Creek has a teen club steps away from the resort, snowmobiling, sleigh rides, a large ice skating rink, and much more.

Park Hyatt Beaver Creek offers 193 cozy accommodations with modern mountain lodge vibes, featuring comfortable beds, spacious bathrooms, and stunning views of Beaver Creek. Whether you’re relaxing at Exhale Spa, enjoying the balcony views, or dining at the hotel’s restaurants, Park Hyatt Beaver Creek provides a luxurious retreat. Plus, with ski-in/ski-out access and a range of outdoor summer activities like white-water rafting and hiking, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at this resort throughout all seasons.

Situated at the base of Vail Mountain, with Gore Creek flowing right outside the rooms, Grand Hyatt Vail boasts a prime location in the heart of Vail Valley, within easy reach of Vail Village. This luxury ski-in/ski-out resort offers striking architecture and attentive service, providing us with a memorable stay. With a wide variety of activities available year-round, including hiking, biking, skiing, and more, Grand Hyatt Vail is the ultimate adventure hub.

Activities during the winter:

  • Skiing and snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Ski and snowboard school
  • Teen Club
  • Sleigh rides
  • Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing
  • Ice skating
  • Scenic gondola rides
  • S’mores station
  • Topgolf swing suites

Activities during the spring/summer/fall:

  • Family mountain biking
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Fly fishing
  • Hot air ballooning
  • Whitewater rafting

As a Hyatt Privé agency, we can offer our clients exclusive benefits when they book their stay directly through a team member:

  • Complimentary room upgrade at booking, subject to availability
  • Daily breakfast credit for up to two guests per bedroom
  • $100 Resort Credit
  • Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
  • Welcome note at check-in
  • Priority for connecting room requests
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

Read our blog for a full recap of our stay at Grand Hyatt Vail and Park Hyatt Beaver Creek. If you want to learn more about our stay or have questions about rates and availability, please fill out a Travel Request Form.

Rosewood Mayakoba

Centrally located along the Riviera Maya Coastline, the Mayakoba complex is home to four luxury resorts. The four luxury hotels of Mayakoba are the Andaz, Fairmont, the Rosewood, and the Banyan Tree. All hotels except Fairmont are part of Virtuoso, share one golf course, and are all situated amongst a Mangrove forest and natural canals that were once underground waterways. Guests staying at any one of these resorts can walk or bike around the entire complex, dine around at any of the restaurants, and take water safaris around the lagoon, offering teens a chance to safely have some freedom to explore.

With its sleek design and flawless service, the Rosewood Mayakoba is the best fit for our guests with refined taste and a need for larger and more private accommodations. Rosewood Mayakoba feels exotic, comfortable, and luxurious all at the same moment. Your arrival experience takes you from the main lobby area to your suite via a scenic boat ride through the lagoons. There are several suite categories to choose from, but our favorite is the lagoon villas. This is one of your very few opportunities to get an overwater experience without the long flight to Bora Bora or the Maldives! The butler service is just icing on the cake and you will truly feel like royalty during your stay.

Activities in Mayakoba: 

  • Golf
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Dive school
  • Jet skiing
  • Farmer’s market
  • Tennis
  • Archery
  • Cultural tours
  • Hydrobikes
  • Kayaking
  • Stand-up paddle boarding
  • Beach volleyball

As our client, we can offer exclusive Rosewood Elite amenities:

  • Complimentary one-category upgrade upon arrival, based on availability
  • Early check-in / late check-out, based on availability
  • Daily full American breakfast for up to two people at the Casa del Lago restaurant, per bedroom
  • USD125 resort credit, once per stay. For Presidential Suite and Private Residence bookings, resort credit is per bedroom.
  • Welcome note and amenity

Contact us to learn more and to start planning.

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

Along with its sister property on Maui, Four Seasons Hualalai is one of our top-selling hotels in the world. This is a spacious resort whose guest rooms and suites are arranged in four oceanside crescents and a fifth group of rooms alongside the 18th green of the resort’s golf course… five resorts within the resort.

If Maui is where you go to be seen and Lanai is where you go to be with nature, then Hualalai is the happy point right in the middle. This resort truly has something for everyone, including your teens & tweens!

Activities:

  • Swimmable aquarium at King’s Pond
  • Stand-up paddle boarding
  • Outrigger canoe excursions
  • One-wheel turf surf
  • Guided scooter snorkel
  • Pickleball clinic
  • Private tennis and pickleball lessons
  • Snorkel tour
  • Manta Ray night snorkeling
  • Helicopter tour
  • Waterfall guided hikes
  • Ziplining
  • ATV adventure tours
  • Private surf lessons
  • Horse riding
  • Fishing
  • Stargazing
  • Private kayaking
  • Seven pools at the resort

As a Preferred Partner at Four Seasons, we can offer our clients exclusive benefits when they book their stay through our complimentary Virtuoso booking tool or directly through a team member:

  • Complimentary room upgrade of one category (STA)
  • Daily breakfast credit for up to two guests per bedroom, in Ulu Ocean Grill or through in-room dining
  • Hotel/Resort Credit (based on room category booked):
    • Guest Rooms: USD 100 credit per stay
    • Suites and Specialty Suites: USD 200 credit per stay
    • Private Retreats: USD 200 credit per bedroom per stay
  • Early Check-In / Late Check-Out (STA)
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

Exclusive Promotion: Enjoy a USD 200 credit per night on guest rooms or a USD 400 credit per night for Superior Suite or Deluxe Suite categories. A four-night minimum stay is required. Valid now through December 31, 2024.

Exclusive Promotion: Enjoy unlimited golf on the famous Jack Nicklaus course and daily breakfast for two. Minimum stay required: 2 nights. Offer valid now through December 31, 2024. Blackout dates may apply. This promotion also still combines with all of the other amenities we can offer. Contact us to learn more.

Read our blog for a full review of our stay.

Montage Big Sky

Montage Big Sky offers an ideal retreat for teens and tweens, capturing the essence of the Mountain West with its blend of tranquility and adventure. Situated amidst the breathtaking landscape of Montana’s Big Sky Country, the resort boasts 100 beautifully designed guestrooms and suites, along with 39 luxurious residences. Its proximity to Yellowstone National Park and ski-in/ski-out access to Big Sky Resort provides endless opportunities for exploration and outdoor fun. With mountain-inspired dining options and activities for every season, Montage Big Sky ensures an unforgettable getaway for families seeking adventure and relaxation.

Activities:

  • Guided adventure hikes
  • Ousel Falls summer hike
  • Mountain bike tours and rentals
  • Archery classes
  • Tennis and pickleball
  • Guided trail run
  • Axe throwing
  • Helicopter tours
  • Scenic UTV ride
  • Fly tying
  • Skiing and snowboarding
  • Golf
  • Trips to Yellowstone National Park
  • Fly fishing
  • Whitewater rafting
  • Moonlight snowshoe hike
  • Fat tire snow bike adventure
  • Cross country skiing

Book your stay with us to receive exclusive, complimentary benefits:

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
  • Daily breakfast credit of $35 per person for up to two guests per bedroom, served in Cortina, Wildflower Market, or In-Room Dining (non-cumulative)
  • $100 resort or hotel credit to be utilized during the stay
  • Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

Fill out a Travel Request Form to start planning your trip and ask our team any questions you have about activities, rates, and availability during your desired dates.

Casa De Campo Resort & Villas

Casa de Campo is an ideal destination for families with teens and tweens, providing a safe and exciting environment for exploration and adventure. The entire resort is gated off, ensuring security and peace of mind for parents. Each room comes with a complimentary golf cart, offering teens a sense of freedom to navigate the expansive grounds independently. With 63 holes of golf designed by Pete Dye, 13 tennis courts, three polo playing fields, and a shooting facility, there’s no shortage of activities to keep teens entertained. Beyond sports, the resort offers luxurious accommodations, including private villas, stunning infinity pools, and exclusive access to Minitas Beach. Award-winning restaurants, a world-class spa, and the cultural richness of Altos de Chavón artists’ village provide additional opportunities for exploration and relaxation. Whether seeking thrills or tranquility, Casa de Campo promises something for everyone.

Activities:

  • Tennis
  • Golf
  • Shooting facility
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Paddle surfing
  • Polo classes
  • Donkey polo
  • Horseback tours
  • Sport fishing
  • Night golf using LED golf balls
  • Excursion to Catalina Island
  • Fun Cat Caribe
  • Cave exploration
  • Buggy tour
  • Santo Domingo city tour
  • Private beach

We can offer our clients exclusive Virtuoso amenities during their stay:

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
  • Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the hotel restaurant
  • $200 equivalent spa or golf credit to be utilized during the stay
  • Early check-in / Late check-out, subject to availability
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

Contact our team to start planning!

Four Seasons Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

Nestled in between two beaches, Four Seasons Costa Rica is a getaway dream for all who travel there. The resort perfectly blends the classic luxury that the Four Seasons is known for, with the cultural vibrancy and scenery of the beautiful area of Papagayo. It has been named a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star resort for six consecutive years and is the ultimate location for adventure travelers, wellness seekers, culinary explorers, and cultural globetrotters. It would be impossible for your teens or tweens to get bored here.

Activities: 

  • Ziplining
  • Electric mountain biking
  • Off-roading UTV adventures
  • Archery
  • Monkey spotting guided hikes
  • Birdwatching and photography
  • Guided night walk
  • Mangrove kayaking
  • Scuba diving
  • Jet skiing
  • Fishing excursions
  • Pickleball and tennis lessons
  • Golf
  • Chocolate-making classes
  • Pottery painting
  • Water scooter experience
  • Surfing
  • Volcanoes heli-tour
  • River rafting
  • Horseback riding

As a Preferred Partner at Four Seasons, we can offer our clients exclusive benefits when they book their stay through our complimentary Virtuoso booking tool or directly through a team member:

  • Daily full breakfast for two people per bedroom served in a hotel restaurant or through in-room dining
  • Hotel/Resort Credit* (based on room category booked):
    • Guest Rooms: USD 100 credit per stay
    • Suites and Specialty Suites: USD 200 credit per stay
    • Private Retreats: USD 200 credit per bedroom per stay
  • Upgrade of one category, based on availability at the time of check-in
  • Welcome note and amenity

Exclusive Promotion: Guaranteed Double Upgrade! Enjoy a guaranteed double upgrade at the time of booking for new reservations for travel from February 1 to December 15, 2024. Valid for selected dates between Feb 01, 2024 – Dec 15, 2024. Contact our team to learn more. 

Ready to Start Planning?

As your children transition into their teenage years, the quest for captivating vacation spots becomes increasingly significant. Recognizing their evolving interests and desire for independence is paramount in selecting the perfect destination. We hope this blog helps alleviate the stress of planning family getaways by spotlighting luxury resorts tailored to teens and tweens.

Already have a trip booked? Worry not! Through a process called a Hotel Reservation Takeover, our team can – you guessed it – take over the hotel reservation, apply our amenities, and support your booking from that point on!

Want to explore other luxury hotels in the destinations we featured? Take a peek at our Preferred Hotels Map. To get started, email us at [email protected] or submit a Travel Request Form on our website. We can’t wait to help turn your next family trip into an ultraluxe vacation.

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