Best Family Hotels in Maryland

An on-site day camp features crafts every afternoon in the summer, as well as games and movies. There is also a game room with arcade games, as well as a children’s video rental program.

The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay offers Camp Hyatt at Pirate's Cove for kids 4 to 12 years old. Camp Hyatt runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, with half-day options, as well as an additional night camp option. Some activities include s'mores making, scavenger hunts, dive-in movies, nature hikes and mini-golf. There is also Captain Parlors game room offered on-site, which includes pingpong, air hockey, foosball and more. Children might also enjoy the Blue Heron Rookery, the Hyatt's own wildlife refuge where they'll be able to get up close and personal with birds such as the great blue heron and American bald eagle.

The Hyatt Regency boasts a pleasant combination of comfort and indulgence. Perched on the northwest corner of the Inner Harbor, the hotel is just a stone's throw from Baltimore's most popular attractions. And should you prefer to stay on the property grounds, you'll have the hotel's StayFit fitness center and the modern Bistro 300 restaurant at your service. However, recent guests offer mixed opinions about their experience at the Hyatt Regency – some say that this hotel's simplistic decor and minimal facilities aren't worth its steep nightly rates. Many guests also complain of thin walls and late-night street traffic. That said, most previous visitors report a satisfactory stay overall thanks to its location and spacious accommodations, appointed with flat-screen TVs, stocked minibars and iPod docking stations. Plus, guests who are part of the Hyatt Gold Passport program may accrue or redeem extras like free stays.

The Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center offers suites with sofa beds, a children's room service menu and in-house entertainment like a video arcade, nightly illuminated fountain shows, and the annual "Christmas on the Potomac" extravaganza of ice sculptures, miniature-train rides, and photos with Santa.

The hotel offers complimentary in-room childproofing kits in addition to pint-sized bathrobes. Cribs, high chairs playpens and baby and children's toiletries are also available.

Kids are VIPs at the Kimpton Hotel Monaco Baltimore. Upon arrival, children receive a special welcome gift and will get their own pint-sized animal print bathroom. If children are looking for a friend, the hotel will deliver a goldfish to the guest room for the duration of the stay. Child safety kits, including outlet covers, toilet latches and night lights are available upon request. Other amenities available to parents are play yards, car seats, strollers, scooters and more.

This resort primarily caters to adults, but children can go for a dip in the property's outdoor swimming pool. Cribs are also available for guest rooms with kids.

It doesn't get more central than this: The Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel sits right on the water in the heart of the Inner Harbor. The area's most-loved attractions rest just outside the front door, including the National Aquarium, USS Constellation, Federal Hill Park and the harbor's best eateries. Overall, visitors said the staff was courteous and helpful. Business travelers report a pleasant stay thanks to the Renaissance's business center and proximity to the convention center. The accommodations, outfitted with simplistic decor and amenities like flat-screen TVs, minifridges, cozy robes and custom duvets, also earn high marks from recent guests. And previous patrons say the flavorful American fare served at Watertable Restaurant left them feeling more than satisfied. The only sour note, according to past guests, was the high price for overnight parking. If you participate in Marriott's rewards program, you may earn points to use toward freebies, such as complimentary nights, by choosing to stay here.

This Westin outpost offers a convenient and comfortable stay for travelers catching flights from Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). The hotel is just 3 miles north of the airport and offers complimentary shuttle service to and from the terminals. The 260 rooms at the hotel are outfitted with flat-screen TVs, coffee makers (with Starbucks coffee) and Westin's signature Heavenly Beds and toiletries. Book an Executive Level room to receive perks like complimentary breakfasts and evening hors d'oeuvres. Other on-site features you'll find at this hotel are the WestinWORKOUT gym, an indoor pool and the Luminous Restaurant & Lounge, all of which recent guests describe as enjoyable aspects of the property. Past guests do note that it's not the closest airport hotel and a bit of a trek from the rental car facilities, but say it's the best option in the area. What's more, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn points and redeem free nights here.

Families at The Westin Washington National Harbor benefit from the Westin Eat Well Menu for Kids as well as suites with sofa beds, but most of the fun will be found outside the hotel. The new National Children's Museum is two blocks inland, and the climbable "The Awakening" sculpture, a carousel, a Ferris wheel, a playground, and regular entertainment at the marina is just steps from the hotel.

On the eastern side of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor adjacent to Pier 5, the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront is a popular event and wedding hotel with city and waterfront views. The 31-floor tower-style hotel has more than 725 rooms in 12 room categories. Standard guest rooms come with neutral, warm-toned furnishings, coffee makers, minifridges, lounge chair with ottoman, desk space, bathrobes and in-room safes. Bathrooms have granite counter tops; some have shower/tub combos while others have separate showers and tubs. The hotel has a bright indoor rooftop pool, a 24-hour fitness center and a sauna. A buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner (American fare) are offered overlooking the water at the property’s restaurant, Apropoe’s; there’s also a grab and go mart. Guests can earn or redeem Marriott Rewards points during their stay at this property.

The Hotel Annapolis feels more like a quaint country retreat than a major hotel. The red brick building exudes an airy feel, with natural light pouring in through the property's skylights and a popular tree-shaded courtyard welcoming lounge-ready guests. The location less than a half mile west of Main Street is a plus too, according to visitors. Recent guests also applaud the simplistic, yet elegant accommodations, which feature nautical-inspired decor, Keurig coffee makers, plush robes, flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi access. Some previous lodgers caution that the rooms facing the atrium can be noisy and distract from a restful night's sleep. When hunger strikes, head to BAROAK, the intimate cookhouse and taproom that dishes up mouthwatering seafood entrees.

The Hilton Baltimore offers some amenities to make families comfortable. The hotel has high chairs and playpens available, as well as a video library with kid-friendly titles. The on-site restaurants also feature children's menus.

Although this property is best suited for adults, guests with children have access to cribs and high chairs.

Ideally located a few blocks west of the downtown Annapolis historic district, this Westin outpost makes a great place to hang your hat if you're planning on sightseeing. Plus, after a long day of exploration, you can unwind in clean, comfortable digs. Recent guests attribute a restful night's sleep to signature Westin amenities, such as Heavenly Beds and bath products, flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi access (for a fee). Although some recent visitors complain that this Westin lacks charm and service could improve a bit, most appreciate the convenience of a free shuttle to the historic district and waterfront area as well as the sophisticated ambiance of Azure Restaurant. An added bonus: If you're a Marriott Bonvoy member, you may receive privileges, such as complimentary room upgrades, by choosing to stay here.