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Written by and for parents, Ciao Bambino inspires families to explore the world through family travel tips and insight, as well as thoroughly vetted reviews of the best accommodations with children of all ages.
Our Family's Travel Personality
adventurous, curious, structured, relaxed, simple, independent, energetic, spontaneous
We Just Got Back From
The Outer Banks, North Carolina
Our Favorite Vacation Spot
Hawaii
A Place We'd Love To Visit
Barcelona
Favorite Vacation Memory
Watching my kids build sand castles and collect shells with their grandparents and cousins - the best vacations are sometimes the simplest ones.
Worst Travel Moment With My Kids:
Five hours of crying and fidgeting on a flight to Hawaii.
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San Diego: Favorite Family Hotels
San Diego with kids is an exciting place to visit because there are so many activities for the family. After long days of sightseeing you'll want a relaxing place to stay and we've listed our favorites.
3999 Mission Blvd
San Diego, California
reviewed on: December 15 2009
"Rated Family-Friendly by Ciao Bambino"
Just steps from the beach, the Catamaran Resort is in an excellent location for all ages. Guest rooms are simply decorated but comfortable. Suites are spacious and many rooms have nice water views. There are plenty of restaurants nearby for those that want to walk to meals and the hotel offers free tickets in the evenings on the Bahia Belle boat (cruises through Mission Bay). Pricing is value-oriented for the space, room amenities, and location. This hotel is close to Sea World.
7100 FOUR SEASONS POINT
Carlsbad, California
reviewed on: June 22 2009
"Rated Family-Friendly by Ciao Bambino"
A large resort hotel with the typically exceptional Four Seasons style and level of service. We've found the Aviara to be particularly child-friendly. When we arrived, the room was fully child-proofed, including bumpers on all furniture with sharp corners, and our son's name was spelled out in the bathtub with little sponge letters. The breakfast buffet includes a second buffet that is child height with child-friendly foods and a dedicated server. Finn (30 months at the time) thought this was very cool!
1500 Orange Avenue
Coronado, California
reviewed on: December 15 2009
"Rated Family-Friendly by Ciao Bambino"
My kids were so psyched to hang out a the gorgeous beach at the Hotel Del Coronado. This luxurious hotel has beautiful rooms and ocean views. The town is cute and the overall area is perfect for walking and bike riding. The hotel has daily kids activities, offers surging lessons, and rents a variety of bikes including cruisers, tandems, and surreys. The restaurant is excellent and welcomes families. In the winter, part of the beachfront becomes an ice skating rink.
1540 Camino Del Mar
Del Mar, California
reviewed on: December 15 2009
"Rated Family-Friendly by Ciao Bambino"
Set in the heart of Del Mar, a picturesque town that embodies Southern California laid-back elegance and charm, L’Auberge Del Mar is a boutique, luxury hotel that manages to be hip yet kid-friendly. With just 120 guest rooms, the recently renovated hotel has airy, peaceful spaces with stunning views of the Pacific. Rooms are casual and comfortable with an upscale yet homey feel created by bookshelves, fireplaces and beautiful coral accents. The convenient location, just blocks from the area’s best playground, beaches, cafes and shops, is ideal for families. The pool is busy with kids of all ages on weekends.
2100 Costa Del Mar Rd
Carlsbad, California
reviewed on: June 25 2009
"Rated Family-Friendly by Ciao Bambino"
There are a number of family-oriented activities for all ages at La Costa including a beach pool with a waterpark and slides, as well as Kidtopia and TeenZone facilities with daycare for young kids and teens alike. The property is Mommy and Daddy friendly too with a full spa and golf course. Guest rooms have kitchenette facilities and the location is central for regional exploration.
11480 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, California
reviewed on: December 15 2009
"Rated Family-Friendly by Ciao Bambino"
Set in one of San Diego’s most beautiful areas, Torrey Pines is a destination in and of itself. The landscape is comprised of red cliffs and undeveloped canyons that drop into the Pacific Ocean. The Arts and Crafts style resort is a world famous golfer’s paradise, but it also has a top-notch spa and outstanding restaurant. Despite these adult-focused amenities, the resort goes out if its way to welcome families, particularly during summer months when they offer an array of kids activities. The décor is warm and cozy, and rooms are spacious. Although the location feels secluded and is a short drive from shops and restaurants, family-friendly San Diego attractions are easy to access.
