In the old days, people with babies avoided traveling as much as possible. Times have changed. Despite all the potential problems, today parents pick up and go a lot more often.  Hotels have noticed and have found a way to profit from the change. Here then, are the best hotel amenities for babies and toddlers.

The Best Hotel Amenities for Babies and Toddlers

1.  Kids Stuff

Many major hotel chains already offer booster seats, cribs, highchairs, and Pack ‘n Plays. This helps avoid charges for extra luggage if you have to fly. Whether it’s a high-end hotel chain or a more budget-friendly hotel, many amenities are provided for no additional charge.

One famous Las Vegas hotel will be sure your room includes a crib, highchair, playpen, and even a bunch of baby essentials if you notify them when you reserve the room. Mind you, if mom is still breastfeeding, you will have to remember to pack your own pump, provided you use one.   

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Baby Strollers

If you’re flying and hope to avoid the entire gate check process or simply prefer to leave your bulky baby stroller at home, then read on and prepare to make reservations at the right hotel.

Travel experts confirm that there are several hotel chains that now provide complimentary baby strollers. Yes, several of them only offer the basic umbrella-style stroller, but the ritzier resorts reportedly “up the game” when it comes to baby strollers. In fact, one place in New York City provides a full fleet of fancy, custom-designed baby strollers.

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Babysitters and Nannies

Hoping to skip out on the parental responsibilities and enjoy the kind of romantic candlelit dinner at a fine restaurant like you did when you were kid-free? Well, money may be the root of all evil but no one’s giving it away for a good reason! Mant hotels, high-end chains, and all-inclusive resorts not only offer vetted local babysitting services but also have actual nannies on staff for day or night care.

Family-friendly properties in some countries offer evening activities specifically for toddlers, and kids club programs for older children through the age of 17.

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Bedtime Tales and Toddler Treats

Many hotels offer a toddler tuck-in service. From simple milk and cookies at the end of an adventurous day to having costumed character actors reading a bedtime tale complete with props and treats, “night-night time” requires little if anything of the actual parents. One chain provides princesses and pirates complete with parrots and a treasure chest of treats. Other options include toys, in-room tents, and in some cases even an in-room kids camping package too.

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Safety and Childproofing Amenities

If you are concerned about child safety but still have to travel, then stay somewhere that provides childproofing amenities. At least then you won’t have to stress over hard edges, electrical sockets, hard edges, and other potential in-room dangers. One of the reportedly “best hotel chains for families”, provides toilet latches, electric outlet covers, and additional safety gear to parents traveling with children. Night lights are also available so everyone can see better at night and to comfort kids still afraid of the dark.

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Parental Pleasures

If bedtime is at an early hour such as 7:00 pm, whatever will you do with the rest of your evening? Please! If you have chosen to travel with a baby or toddler, you surely must have taken the time to make reservations somewhere there are things for you to do.

If not, take notes. Stay at a place that includes Wine Down Service. Adult beverages and accompanying treats can be quietly delivered right to your room while your baby is sleeping. Parents receive a quiet text alert when the room service person arrives at your door so as not to risk waking your children.  

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Tiny Toddler Treatments

Most people probably think that massages are only for adults. (Sure, no one in this situation is overly concerned about strangers touching their toddlers, but that’s not the point.) Spas at some hotels now offer spa treatments for children.

One resort in Mexico offers a “25-minute toddler massage” complete with accompanying music composed by Mozart. It is specifically for children aged three and older. The theory behind the service is that it promotes cognitive and sensory development. It also offers special adventure massages and to baby’s first haircuts that come complete with a commemorative certificate.

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Infant Eats

Some resorts in both Europe and the US have menus that include pureed vegetables and fruit. One hotel in Italy offers fresh pureed apples, pears, and mixed fruits for breakfast and local fruits, vegetables, fish, and meat for both lunch and dinner. One of the best US chains for healthy eating offers a specific cuisine for toddlers that specifically meets low-carb, low-fat, and vegetarian diets. Some of these places even let kids under a certain age eat for free.  

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Professional Baby Butlers

Luxury hotels continue to pamper parents of infants and toddlers with amenities in order to increase their customer base. They often outfit rooms and suites with a bunch of baby needs. In Chicago, for example, you can stay at a hotel that offers baby butler service. Guests can ask for baby diapers, lotion, pacifiers, wipes, and more. If you discuss it when making reservations, the staff will even empty the mini-bar refrigerator so they can load it up with baby food and milk. 

A number of different hotel and resort brands work together with specific rental agencies, for guests who need something special. If you stay at a hotel that does not have what you want or need, you can call a company that will actually rent you things and have them delivered to your hotel prior to your arrival. This is especially good to know for parents who prefer to rent a vacation home and need to stock up on things. Despite these specifically targeted services, be certain to call ahead to be sure that anything you’d rather leave at home can actually be provided by the hotel or a local rental service.

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