14 Best Kid-Friendly Spa Resorts & Hotels Near Atlanta

These family-friendly spa resorts and hotels guarantee families will enjoy their stay (or staycation) in Atlanta. Whether your family desires outdoor amenities, like fully loaded pools and water features, or indoor attractions, like family movie nights, these Atlanta spa resorts and hotels are perfect for guests of all ages.  

We’ve also included kid-friendly hotels and spa resorts beyond the perimeter (still within 90 miles of Atlanta). If you’re looking to play golf, horseback ride, sail, or just relax by the pool, these Georgia resorts are worth a visit. 

For the best information about Atlanta attractions and museums to visit during your hotel or resort stay, check out Top Attractions in Atlanta: Best Things to See and Do with Kids and Best Atlanta Museums for Families to Learn and Play.

Family-Friendly Spa Resorts & Hotels in Atlanta

 
Located in Alpharetta, The Hotel at Avalon is a wonderful stay for families. Photo by Bill Leffler

1. The Hotel at Avalon – Alpharetta

The Hotel at Avalon provides access to shopping, restaurants, and a movie theater within walking distance. All rooms include a mini fridge and cribs are available upon request. Start your day at the lobby Starbucks, then explore the area on complimentary bicycles, followed by a dip in the hotel’s swimming pool. Check out events at Avalon, including live music during summer, an Easter egg hunt, Santa visits, and holiday ice rink.

2. Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort – Stone Mountain

The Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort at Stone Mountain Park has everything for a family-friendly getaway including golf courses, indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools, fitness center, and over 300 pet-friendly rooms. Choose from multiple dining options including a coffee shop, poolside grill, and two restaurants. Since the hotel is located inside Stone Mountain Park, enjoy hiking and biking trails, a playground, mini golf, and fishing. Purchase an attractions pass that includes a train ride, ropes course, 4D movie, dinosaur exhibit, and more. 

3. Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta – Midtown

Synonymous with high-end luxury, the AAA Five Diamond Four Seasons Hotel offers over 200 rooms and suites in an ornate building. Cribs, rollaway beds, and highchairs available upon request. Call the concierge before check-in for a childproofed room, welcome cookies, a play tent, and kid-sized bathrobes. In addition to an indoor saltwater pool, sun terrace, and rooftop garden, this spa resort provides a scavenger hunt and board games. Visit the High Museum of Art and Piedmont Park, both within walking distance. 

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta at Centennial Olympic Park – Downtown

Stay at this all-suites hotel while visiting downtown Atlanta tourist attractions. Start your day with free made-to-order breakfast, and order a picnic box from the on-site deli to enjoy at Centennial Olympic Park. After touring nearby Georgia Aquarium, Children’s Museum of Atlanta, and World of Coca-Cola, kids can relax at the outdoor swimming pool. The hotel offers a complimentary evening reception with beverages and snacks. Cribs available upon request.

5. Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park – Downtown

The Omni Centennial Park boasts 1,000 non-smoking rooms with turn-down service and cribs available upon request. At check-in, kids ages 10 and under receive a Omni Junior Chefs tote bag filled with healthy snacks, an activity book, and crayons. When children color and turn in the Say Goodnight to Hunger postcard, the spa resort donates a meal to someone in need. Check out family-friendly offers. Pack bathing suits as the heated outdoor swimming pool is open year-round.

Omni Hotel at The Battery Atlanta bridges sports, fun, and sightseeing. Photo by Rebecca Leffler

6. Omni Hotel at The Battery Atlanta – Cumberland

What’s not to love about The Battery Atlanta with tons of restaurants, events, and shopping? Stay on-site at the Omni Hotel Battery, with an outdoor pool and sun deck. Stay here when attending an Atlanta Braves game at Truist Park (or watch the game from your hotel window!). Cribs available upon request. Parents can use the fitness center or request an in-room fitness kit. Kids ages 10 and under receive a Junior Chefs tote.

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The St. Regis Atlanta is the ultimate spa resort, with fun kid-friendly amenities like an in-room camping setup.

7. The St. Regis Atlanta – Buckhead

The St. Regis Atlanta, another AAA Five Diamond Hotel, offers a luxe getaway for the family. Kids enjoy child-size robes and slippers, as well as milk and cookies with turndown service. The concierge provides a custom itinerary to explore Atlanta, as well as popcorn and drinks for in-room movie nights. In addition to cribs and rollaway beds, the butler service provides strollers and other related items. Enjoy the swimming pool, spa services, and afternoon tea at Astor Court. The hotel keeps a list of babysitters.

8. Courtland Grand Hotel – Downtown

Kids love the indoor pool with retractable roof at this downtown hotel. Request a crib free of charge or a rollaway bed for $25. Dogs under 40 pounds can stay for a non-refundable fee. After visiting nearby downtown attractions, like the Chick-Fil-A College Football Hall of Fame and SkyView Atlanta, get a good night's sleep in the soundproof rooms. 

Family-Friendly Spa Resorts & Hotels Beyond Metro Atlanta

9. The Inn at Barnsley Resort – Adairsville

Barnsley Resort, 60 miles northwest of Atlanta, provides the perfect backdrop for a family retreat with inn rooms and pet-friendly cottages. Tour the restored gardens and ruins of the 1848 Italianate villa, canoe, fish, hike, bike, and play disc golf. The resort offers an air rifle, axe throwing and archery classes, and horseback trail rides for older kids. Young children enjoy animal encounters at the farm and corral rides. Check out the saltwater swimming pool, s’mores, family bingo, spa, fitness center, and more.

There's many family activities at Callaway Resort and Gardens Lodge and Spa. Photo by Rebecca Leffler

10. Callaway Resort and Gardens Lodge and Spa – Pine Mountain

Nestled in Callaway Gardens, lies the Lodge and Spa. Dine at the Piedmont Room, Cason’s Tap Room, or enjoy other on-site restaurants. Ride bike trails, visit the Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center, watch the Birds of Prey show, zipline, enjoy beach activities, and more. During summer, sign up for the Family Adventure program, enjoy trivia night, s’mores, and evening fireworks. Many families book two-bedroom cottages with screened-in porches, kitchens, and more.

11. Great Wolf Lodge – LaGrange

All overnight stays at Great Wolf Lodge include access to the 93,000-square-foot water park boasting slides, a lazy river, and wave pool. Non-water activities include gem mining, miniature golf, ropes course, climbing wall, and gaming den. Kids love the Wolf Den and Kid Cabin-themed suites, both with bunk beds. There are multiple dining options on site; and food and drinks can be delivered to pool cabanas (available for rent). Attend kid-friendly events, such as storytime, yoga, and character appearances.

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Lanier Islands Legacy Lodge's draw for families is nearby Margaritaville Fins Up Water Park.

12. Lanier Islands Legacy Lodge – Buford

Legacy Lodge at Lanier Islands includes a heated saltwater pool, fire pits, and game room. Guests can bring dogs under 75 pounds for an additional $100 fee. While Lanier Islands provides hiking trails, lake activities, and golf, the biggest draw during the summer is Margaritaville Fins Up Water Park. When booking your stay, look into packages that include tickets to the water park.

13. The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee – Greensboro

Children can sign the guest book, go on a scavenger hunt, and take a 10-minute locomotive ride. Reserve the in-room camping package — the spa resort sets up a tent with sleeping bag, flashlight, stuffed animal, and book. The Ritz Kids Clubhouse provides an aquarium, play space, and arcade games. Sign up for the half-day or full-day Ritz Kids Lake Adventure with fishing, sports, and nature programs. Other hotel amenities include a swimming pool, tennis, bicycles, kayaks, paddleboards, as well as the spa.

14. The Inn at Serenbe – Chattahoochee Hills

The 1,200-acre Serenbe community, south of downtown Atlanta, allows families to reconnect with nature. The Inn at Serenbe offers plush accommodations with free breakfast. Enjoy horseback rides, animal feedings, hayrides, hiking, and evening bonfires (with s’mores). During June and July, book a five-night stay for a guaranteed spot at Camp Serenbe (extra $350 fee) for ages 3-12. Meanwhile, parents can relax at the spa, take yoga, or eat at a farm-to-table restaurant.

Unless noted, photos courtesy of the resorts and hotels