Family accommodation in South Africa

If you need a holiday like The Bachelor needs fancy tropical proposals, but can’t bear to leave the rugrats behind, you’re in luck: There are plenty of hotels for families in South Africa that are ready to cater to your kiddos. Pack up the fruit snacks and tablets (and don’t forget the headphones, so your teens can ignore you!) and get on the road to family bonding. A break from the ordinary could be just what you need to put the “dear” back in “nearest and dearest.”

Whether you’re embarking on the trip of a lifetime with the extended family or just taking a sickie so you can have a long-weekend escape with your tween, South Africa family hotels are fun for all ages. Offering things like activity areas, kids’ pools, lessons, child care and more, kid-friendly accommodation options can go the distance to add true relaxation to your bank of new favourite memories. You can easily get off the property, too; check out the action near the city centre, explore the local landmarks and chow down on the best of the best cuisine (no Happy Meals necessary).

You’re busy remembering birthdays and anniversaries, so if you forgot to plan that next family getaway, no worries. lastminute.co.nz has the best deals on family hotels in South Africa and the widest variety, so finding your match is easier than saying your ABCs. Your trip will be so legendary, no one ever has to know it came down to the wire.