The Best Cyber Monday Hotel Deals For Families
Hotels have gotten in on the Black Friday and Cyber Monday mania in a major way this year, with many brands offering reduced rates across large swaths of their portfolios. But as any parent will tell attest, a discounted room will only get you so far if the property — or destination, for that matter — doesn't feel especially right for kids.
With that in mind, here are the best family-friendly Cyber Monday deals that promise fun for the whole clan. Many of them are good for today (Monday, Nov. 27) only, so be sure to jump quickly. Then sit back, relax and commend yourself for your stupendous ability to plan Spring Break 2018 way ahead of schedule.
FLORIDA and OTHER US
Sandpearl Resort, Clearwater Beach, FL
Why Everyone Will Love It: Extend a visit to grandma's house at this beachfront property, where kids 5-10 can hang out at the Camp Ridley kids' club and learn about the local ecosystem while mom and dad hit the spa. In the evening, gather on the beach for sunset s'mores.
The Deal: Get up to 40% off select room types on select dates before Feb. 13, 2018. Use promo code CYBER17 (blackout dates may apply).
Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach, Clearwater Beach, FL
Why Everyone Will Love It: We love a brand-new resort — and this one, a 15-story tower right on the beach, maximizes those lovely Gulf Views. There's a kid's menu at the pool-side snack bar and cots and cribs available upon request; plus, Clearwater Beach, with its light waves and endless stretch of sandcastle-perfect sand, is among Florida's kid-friendliest.
The Deal: Up to 55% off on a two-night minimum stay when you book from Nov. 24 to 27 for a stay from Jan. 1 to Sept. 30, 2018.
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, Sandestin, FL
Why Everyone Will Love It: Cribs, pack-and-plays and snacks by the pool: all proof this beachfront resort does family-friendly vacations right. The Kids Krew club (for kids 5-12) and Kids Night Out Program (6pm-10pm daily) allow parents to savor a little alone time, as do vetted local babysitting services.
The Deal: 25% off the best available rate for stays through Feb. 28, 2018. The offer is only bookable on Cyber Monday (Nov. 27) by calling 844-567-3240. Use code CM.
Mohonk Mountain House, New Paltz, NY
Why Everyone Will Love It: Nestled in the Catskills, this beautiful historic resort offers a range of family-friendly activities, including ice skating, skiing, snow-tubing, hikes, yoga and extensive kid-friendly offerings for guests ages 2-17.
The Deal: Get 25% off select weekends (two-night minimum) and 40% off mid-week on travel through April 29, 2018. Sale ends Dec. 1, 2017.
CARIBBEAN
Half Moon, Montego Bay, Jamaica
Why Everyone Will Love It: With two miles of beach, a kids' village and playground for little kids and a kids' camp for older ones, guests ages 3-12 will never be short on stuff to do. Which means, of course, that parents can hit the Robert Trent Jones–designed golf course or indulge in a spa treatment in an overwater cabana. Don't miss dinner at Sugar Hill.
The Deal: Up to 50% off suites and villas (rates start at $244). Stay by Dec. 20, 2018; three-night minimum. Use booking code PROC17. Offer expires on Nov. 27.
Sailrock Resort, South Caicos, Turks and Caicos
Why Everyone Will Love It: Located just a short 25-minute flight from Turks and Caicos' main island of Providenciales, this resort is a great pick for big kids who want to snorkel, paddle-board and kite-boarding. Like the rest of Turks, the place to be is in the water with a mask strapped to your face, and the reef here — the third largest in the world — doesn't disappoint.
The Deal: Get 60% off the best available rate. (Rates from $290/night.) Travel dates from Jan. 2 to March 31, 2018. Includes daily breakfast in the Great House Restaurant and round-trip flight from Providenciales International Airport (PLS) to South Caicos International Airport (XSC). Minimum four-night stay. Rate available until midnight on Nov. 27.
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa & Casino, Aruba
Why Everyone Will Love It: Since Aruba sits comfortably situated beyond the hurricane belt, this is a great option for anytime travel. Although the Hyatt is beachfront, the seriously awesome three-story waterslide will keep the kids poolside; there's also a great club for kids 4-12.
The Deal: Book between Nov. 27 and 30 and save up to 25% on rooms and up to 50% on a second room for kids 18 and younger. Travel good until Nov 20, 2018.
Atlantis Paradise Island Resort, The Bahamas
Why Everyone Will Love It: Pools, beaches and waterslides through shark tanks: Atlantis is what dream family vacations are made of, all via a short flight from the East Coast.
The Deal: Book today (Nov. 27) and get the fifth night free.
Barcelo Hotel Group (all-inclusive resorts throughout the Caribbean, Mexico and Costa Rica)
Why Everyone Will Love It: This resort portfolio has plenty of A+ pools, beaches and tropical views. Kid-friendly offerings vary by property, but some standouts include Maya Colonial (Riviera Maya, Mexico), which has six swimming pools, a waterpark and wave pool, and a bowling alley, and Gran Faros Los Cabos (Mexico), whose La Tortuga Kids Club offers soccer, karaoke, a playground and a puppet theater.
The Deal: Up to 60% off on travel through the end of 2018. Deals expire at the end of the day today (Nov. 27).
CRUISES
Royal Caribbean: Get 50% off a second passenger, plus up to $400 in on-board credit, depending on the length of your trip.
Princess Cruises: Get up to $1,000 off per stateroom on select sailings through spring 2018. Get 50% off deposits, plus various other upgrades, for sailings departing summer 2018 through winter 2019. Read more here.
Norwegian Cruise Line: Ocean-view staterooms (and above) come with a free open bar (for two guests), free shore excursions and more. Deal ends at midnight Nov. 27.
Ready to start planning? Be sure to check out TPG's roundup of Black Friday and Cyber Monday flight deals, and be sure to use a credit card that gives you the most in return for airline purchases.
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Rewards
| 4X | Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year. |
| 4X | Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year. |
| 3X | Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with airlines or on AmexTravel.com. |
| 2X | Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels and other eligible purchases booked on AmexTravel.com. |
| 1X | Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases. |
Intro offer
Annual Fee
Recommended Credit
Why We Chose It
There’s a lot to love about the Amex Gold. It’s a fan favorite thanks to its fantastic bonus-earning rates at restaurants worldwide and at U.S. supermarkets. If you’re hitting the skies soon, you’ll also earn bonus Membership Rewards points on travel. Paired with up to $120 in Uber Cash annually (for U.S. Uber rides or Uber Eats orders, card must be added to Uber app and you can redeem with any Amex card), up to $120 in annual dining statement credits to be used with eligible partners, an up to $84 Dunkin’ credit each year at U.S. Dunkin Donuts and an up to $100 Resy credit annually, there’s no reason that foodies shouldn’t add the Amex Gold to their wallet. These benefits alone are worth more than $400, which offsets the $325 annual fee on the Amex Gold card. Enrollment is required for select benefits.Pros
- 4 points per dollar spent on dining at restaurants worldwide and U.S. supermarkets (on the first $50,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1 point per dollar spent thereafter and $25,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1 point per dollar spent thereafter, respectively)
- 3 points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with the airline or with amextravel.com
- Packed with credits foodies will enjoy
- Solid welcome bonus
Cons
- Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
- Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
- You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $6,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
- Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with airlines or on AmexTravel.com.
- Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels and other eligible purchases booked on AmexTravel.com.
- Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
- $120 Uber Cash on Gold: Add your Gold Card to your Uber account and get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an American Express Card for your transaction. That’s up to $120 Uber Cash annually. Plus, after using your Uber Cash, use your Card to earn 4X Membership Rewards® points for Uber Eats purchases made with restaurants or U.S. supermarkets. Point caps and terms apply.
- $84 Dunkin' Credit: With the $84 Dunkin' Credit, you can earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you enroll and pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin' locations. Enrollment is required to receive this benefit.
- $100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card to dine at U.S. Resy restaurants or make other eligible Resy purchases. That's up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
- $120 Dining Credit: Satisfy your cravings, sweet or savory, with the $120 Dining Credit. Earn up to $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, and Five Guys. Enrollment required.
- Explore over 1,000 upscale hotels worldwide with The Hotel Collection and receive a $100 credit towards eligible charges* with every booking of two nights or more through AmexTravel.com. *Eligible charges vary by property.
- No Foreign Transaction Fees.
- Annual Fee is $325.
- Terms Apply.
Rewards Rate
| 4X | Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year. |
| 4X | Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year. |
| 3X | Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with airlines or on AmexTravel.com. |
| 2X | Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels and other eligible purchases booked on AmexTravel.com. |
| 1X | Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases. |
Intro Offer
You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after spending $6,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer.As High As 100,000 points. Find Out Your Offer.Annual Fee
$325Recommended Credit
Credit ranges are a variation of FICO® Score 8, one of many types of credit scores lenders may use when considering your credit card application.Excellent to Good
Why We Chose It
There’s a lot to love about the Amex Gold. It’s a fan favorite thanks to its fantastic bonus-earning rates at restaurants worldwide and at U.S. supermarkets. If you’re hitting the skies soon, you’ll also earn bonus Membership Rewards points on travel. Paired with up to $120 in Uber Cash annually (for U.S. Uber rides or Uber Eats orders, card must be added to Uber app and you can redeem with any Amex card), up to $120 in annual dining statement credits to be used with eligible partners, an up to $84 Dunkin’ credit each year at U.S. Dunkin Donuts and an up to $100 Resy credit annually, there’s no reason that foodies shouldn’t add the Amex Gold to their wallet. These benefits alone are worth more than $400, which offsets the $325 annual fee on the Amex Gold card. Enrollment is required for select benefits.Pros
- 4 points per dollar spent on dining at restaurants worldwide and U.S. supermarkets (on the first $50,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1 point per dollar spent thereafter and $25,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1 point per dollar spent thereafter, respectively)
- 3 points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with the airline or with amextravel.com
- Packed with credits foodies will enjoy
- Solid welcome bonus
Cons
- Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
- Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
- You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $6,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
- Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with airlines or on AmexTravel.com.
- Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels and other eligible purchases booked on AmexTravel.com.
- Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
- $120 Uber Cash on Gold: Add your Gold Card to your Uber account and get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an American Express Card for your transaction. That’s up to $120 Uber Cash annually. Plus, after using your Uber Cash, use your Card to earn 4X Membership Rewards® points for Uber Eats purchases made with restaurants or U.S. supermarkets. Point caps and terms apply.
- $84 Dunkin' Credit: With the $84 Dunkin' Credit, you can earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you enroll and pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin' locations. Enrollment is required to receive this benefit.
- $100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card to dine at U.S. Resy restaurants or make other eligible Resy purchases. That's up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
- $120 Dining Credit: Satisfy your cravings, sweet or savory, with the $120 Dining Credit. Earn up to $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, and Five Guys. Enrollment required.
- Explore over 1,000 upscale hotels worldwide with The Hotel Collection and receive a $100 credit towards eligible charges* with every booking of two nights or more through AmexTravel.com. *Eligible charges vary by property.
- No Foreign Transaction Fees.
- Annual Fee is $325.
- Terms Apply.