There’s still snow on the ground outside my house, but my son’s school calendar insists spring break is next week. If you’re looking for a fun way to kick off the start of Spring, or planning ahead for summer, here are some great family-friendly places for overnight getaways. Click on the name of each place to see my post with detailed information, photos, and our experience.
The Abbey Resort in Fontana, Wisconsin
- On Lake Geneva; 20 minutes from downtown Lake Geneva with a free shuttle.
- Indoor and outdoor pools, indoor hot tub, arcade, marina, and children’s activity area.
- Avani Spa
- Five restaurants on site.
- Family friendly activities daily.
Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Resort in Utica
- Near Starved Rock State Park.
- Waterpark and amusement park (admission included in price of stay).
- Three restaurants on site.
- Family friendly activities daily.
Hilton Indian Lakes Resort in Bloomingdale
- Near Schaumburg.
- Indoor & outdoor pools, golf and mini golf, fitness center, game areas.
- Two restaurants on site.
- Spa Vargas.
KeyLime Cove Resort in Gurnee
- Across the street from Six Flags Great America.
- Waterpark (included in price of admission)
- Arcade, children’s area, children’s spa, and shopping.
- Five restaurants on site.
- Paradise Mist Luxury Spa.
- Family friendly activities daily.
Westin Lombard Yorktown Center in Lombard
- Near Yorktown Center Mall.
- Indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, gym, and in-room spa.
- Two restaurants on site.
And if you’re looking for a getaway WITHOUT kids:
The Heartland Spa in Gilman, IL
All meals and snacks are included and are nutritious and low calorie.Full schedule of (optional) guest speakers and activities throughout the day.Indoor pool, hot tub, gym, yoga studio, bikes, and paddleboats.Spa services including massage, facials, manicures & pedicures, and more. Spa credit included in the price of stay.
The Heartland Spa has closed.
Will you be traveling during Spring Break? What’s your favorite local place for a family getaway?
Thanks for this list! Trying to plan a mini-trip for spring break. Do have any recommendations on where to stay in the city if we’re doing the museums/navy pier type stuff?
Would enjoy going to some of these place’s.