Family getaway: hotels your teenagers will love

Planning a family holiday isn’t easy, especially when you're travelling with hard-to-impress tweens and teenagers. While most family-friendly hotels centre around kids' clubs, we're turning our focus to hotels that offer more than just a place to sleep, swim and eat. Think exciting waterparks, horseback riding, wild animal encounters, snorkelling and much, much more. 

We've put together the best hotels and resorts that strike the right balance between comfort, luxury and entertainment. These hotels are guaranteed to impress your teenagers without you having to tear your hair out trying to keep them entertained. 

1. Go above and beyond at Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai

At Dubai's Atlantis, The Palm , you'll find nothing but boundless entertainment. Promising to take you and the family to a "world away from your everyday", the resort is an architectural feat that pays homage to the mythical city of Atlantis, infused with distinct Arabian design. The hotel is Palm Island's crown jewel and home to the region’s most awarded Michelin-starred restaurants by some of the world's leading chefs. 

Moreover, it is a spectacular wonderworld for both young children and teenagers. Conquer the world’s largest waterpark and record-breaking slides at Atlantis Aquaventure, dive into an immersive aquarium experience, or go all out at the hotel's Wavehouse arcade.

2. A wild adventure at Silky Oaks Lodge, Australia

Travelling promises a world of adventure, especially for teenagers who crave excitement. Inspire your children with extraordinary experiences at Silky Oaks Lodge which will make a lasting impression.

Nestled in the famous Daintree Rainforest, just off the northeastern coast of Queensland, Australia, this hotel is comprised of an outdoor restaurant and bar that highlights local ingredients, an award-winning spa with tranquil views of the Mossman River and gorge, and forty luxury treehouse residences.

Here, you and your teenage children can choose from a host of outdoor adventures like trekking ancient forests and wet tropical jungles, or hopping on a wildlife cruise down the Mossman River, cycling along country roads to explore the nearby Mossman town and Cooya Beach, and immersing in aboriginal art workshops, guided morning yoga and more.

3. Unforgettable moments at Four Seasons Resort Bali (Sayan)

There is something magical about discovering something new on your travels, but when travelling with a teenager, that magic can sometimes be lost on them. Fortunately, the team at Four Seasons Resort Bali Sayan knows just how to create that kind of experience for the whole family. 

Experience a day in the life of a local fisherman, try your hand at traditional Balinese painting, or set out on a thrilling rafting adventure along the Ayung River Valley . The hotel offers luxurious suites that mirror the breathtaking nature of the hotel grounds and surrounding area, all designed with wellness and relaxation in mind. And you can also savour delectable farm-to-table dining options, lounge by the riverside pool or join guided morning yoga sun salutations.

4. Learn to ride a horse at Kandaya Resort, The Philippines 

If you're searching for a hotel that’s perfect for every age and interest, look no further than Kandaya Resort . Situated just a stone throw's away from Kandaya's private beach cove on Malapascua island , the resort offers an endless array of entertainment for the whole family, from nature trail rides and driving tours, to underwater adventures and a wide range of sports facilities. Choose from more than 52 rooms, suites and villas, then sate your appetite with the hotel's farm-to-table cuisine, featuring fresh catches and homemade bread and pastries.

Beyond the luxurious accommodation, the highlight here is horseback riding. The resort's spacious Kuwadra stables, which house a variety of breeds and is managed by certified instructors, is a safe area to learn the ropes of equestrianism.

5. Detach and reconnect at Angsana Lang Co, Vietnam

Nestled between mountain and sea near Da Nang, in some of Vietnam's most beautiful waters like Lang Co Bay , this idyllic beach resort is the perfect family hotel. The property boasts an expansive 3km-long sandy white beach, state-of-the-art facilities, large stylish suites for big groups, and a myriad of other family-friendly hotel amenities and experiences.

Explore international flavours across four restaurants, relax at the hotel's award-winning spa, try your hand at local crafts or get active with watersports and jungle hikes to Unesco World Heritage Sites – you can even play a round of golf at the resort’s own 18-hole Laguna Lăng Cô championship course . No matter your pleasure, you'll find everything you need here.

6. Indulge in an anime fanfare at Grand Chariot Big Dipper 135°, Japan

Is your teenager a fan of Japanese anime or manga? Make a family holiday even more memorable for them with a stay at Grand Chariot Big Dipper 135° .

Enter the imaginative worlds and immersive character-themed villas of anime and manga that captured the hearts of millions worldwide, like the Naruto-themed Hokage's Villa, the Hello Kitty Star Cocoon and a Crayon Shin-chan room. 

Located on Awaji Island in Kansai's Hyogo prefecture, just an hour’s drive away from Osaka, you'll find plenty more things to see and do beyond your hotel dwellings. Hit up the Nijigen no Mori theme park, a multimedia Hello Kitty gallery, a seaside market for unique souvenirs and Zenbo Seinei , a wellness retreat where you can take in Awaji in all its breathtaking beauty.