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Safari West, Santa Rosa: Go on a safari at Sonoma County's Serengeti and spot animals including giraffes, zebras, rhinos, and monkeys. Then spend the night in one of 30 luxury tent cabins (imported from Botswana) on the 400-acre preserve. Be prepared; wildlife can be vocal at night, so kids may want to stay up late. 3115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa, (800) 616-2695, safariwest.com
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Family dinner at Safari West in Santa Rosa. (Courtesy photo)
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The Flamingo Hotel, Santa Rosa: This resort-style hotel is located close to downtown Santa Rosa, and within easy driving distance to all sorts of family fun, like the Charles Schultz museum, Howarth Park, and the Children’s Museum of Sonoma County. Family-friendly amenities include outdoor pools, outdoor tennis courts, laundry facilities, babysitting or childcare, refrigerator in room, and a microwave (on request). 2777 4th St, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, 707-545-8530, flamingoresort.com
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The Astro, Santa Rosa: Built in 1963 and recently renovated, this 34-room vintage motor lodge knows how to impress all ages. The lobby is a favorite with little ones thanks to a collection of 1963-era books and toys that kids can grab at any time during their stay. Colorful, retro tricycles are available for young ones to cruise around The Astro’s courtyard; the massive redwood stump in the center of the garden space is a magnet for climbers. 323 Santa Rosa Avenue, Santa Rosa, 707-200-4655, theastro.com (Courtesy photo)
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Colorful, retro tricycles are available for young ones to cruise around The Astro’s courtyard. (Photo by Jessamyn Harris)
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The Sandman, Santa Rosa: Tucked away at the back of the property, the heated pool and hot tub are open year-round from 9am to 10pm. All rooms have a mini fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. The Family Suite at The Sandman sleeps up to five people, (along with a king bed, there’s a bunk bed with a twin over a double), and is stocked with a selection of games. There’s also coin-operated laundry machines onsite. 3421 Cleveland Avenue, Santa Rosa, (707) 293-2100, sandmansantarosa.com (Courtesy Photo)
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The Family Suite at The Sandman sleeps up to five people and is stocked with a selection of games. (Courtesy photo)
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San Francisco North/Petaluma KOA, Petaluma: Okay, technically it’s not a hotel, but it’s not your typical camping spot either. In addition to 38 tent campsites and more than 200 sites for travel trailers and RVs, there are 60 glamping-style accommodations with kitchens and bathrooms. The family-owned property knows how to tire kids out; in addition to a pool, playground and jumping pillow (it’s like a trampoline), there’s a rock wall, petting zoo and big assortment of lawn games. 20 Rainsville Road, Petaluma, 707-763-1492, koa.com
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Alex Moore jumps into the pool at the San Francisco North/Petaluma KOA campground. (Photo by Beth Schlanker)
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The Lodge at Sonoma Renaissance Resort & Spa, Sonoma: Kids of all ages like splashing at the pool, but older kids will appreciate the daily guided hike and on demand shuttle to nearby Sonoma Plaza. Onsite Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar offers a children’s menu. 1325 Broadway at Leveroni & Napa Roads, Sonoma, 707-935-6600, marriott.com. (Courtesy Photo)
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Hotel Trio, Healdsburg: Along with a pool and bocce ball court, bicycles are available to rent and roll through town. All 122 guest suites at Hotel Trio have a full kitchen and barbecue grills can be found in the patio area near the pool. A kid (and adult) highlight: Rosé the Robot glides through hallways, delivering everything from fresh towels to beer, wine and candy. 110 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg, 707-433-4000, hoteltrio.com. (Courtesy Photo)
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Rosé the Robot glides through hallways at Hotel Trio in Healdsburg, delivering everything from fresh towels to beer, wine and candy. (Courtesy photo)
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AutoCamp, Guerneville: Take the kids on a Russian River getaway and stay in an Airstream trailer. At AutoCamp, they come with a queen size bed, and a sofa that converts into a full size bed, along with a full bathroom, and well-stocked kitchen. The open-air clubhouse has a fire pit, plenty of heat lamps, comfy seating, and classic board games. But at AutoCamp, it's all about being outside. Every Airstream has a patio with fire pit, in addition to the main campfire ring. Hello s’mores! 4120 Old Cazadero Road, Guerneville, 888-405-7553, autocamp.com. (Photo courtesy, Aubrie Pick)
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The open-air AutoCamp clubhouse has a fire pit, plenty of heat lamps, comfy seating, and classic board games. (Photo courtesy, Aubrie Pick)
