We have awesome staycation ideas the entire family will love if you’re looking for a short but sweet break.

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There’s no better way to spend the upcoming school break than a quick getaway with the family. And a short family staycation has plenty to recommend if it’s too late to organise a longer trip, the budget is tight, or if you simply need to be around because of work.
So, scroll through our photo gallery for the best kid-friendly staycation options our hotels have to offer this school holiday.

Furama Riverfront
Where 405 Havelock Road, 6333-8898
What Your kids will adore the special family rooms created with the little ones in mind. Each room, which features two queen-sized beds, can accommodate two adults and two children, and boasts child-friendly amenities to keep the kids entertained. Little guests can look forward to surprise goodie bags, complimentary breakfast and dinner, as well as a packet of milk before bedtime. Head down to PAWS, a children’s playroom at level 1, and junior will get creative with Lego blocks, or spend time doodling at the white and black boards. If you yearn some adult-only time, you can book a babysitter in advance. Mealtimes will be a breeze for parents at the in-house restaurant, The Square@Furama, thanks to a dedicated kid’s play area, videos, activity sheets and lots of toys.
Price Prices start at $247 a night (depending on how far in advance you book)

Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium
Where 317 Outram Road, 6733-0188
What You don’t even have to take leave from work to enjoy Holiday Inn’s Fam-tastic Weekend Staycation package! The kiddos will be greeted with a kids welcome pack and in-room amenities, plus they’ll enjoy a complimentary 30-minute free play at the Waka Waka Indoor Playground located at the Annex@Furama. The package also includes buffet breakfast for two adults and two kids, aged 12 and under, and you can enjoy a 1-for-1 lunch or dinner buffet at the Atrium Restaurant. Psst, there are movie screenings at the poolside, too, so keep an evening free for that!
Price From $220++ per night. Details here.

Hotel Jen Orchard Gateway
Where 277 Orchard Road, 6708-8888
What Book a staycation at Hotel Jen Orchard Gateway and enjoy 50 per cent off the second room for your offspring (ages 16 and below) under the Family Value offer. Up to two kids aged 6 and below enjoy free buffet meals at the hotel's all-day dining venues. (Photo: Hotel Jen)
Price A room costs from $290++ a night. More details here.

The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore
Where 7 Raffles Avenue, 6337-8888
What Treat your little one to a stylo mylo adventure when you book a luxurious stay on the Ritz Kids Night Safari Adventures package! Junior will stay in a tent set up in your room, complete with a little night lamp, a Ritz-Carlton lion beanie, activity book and more. Your kids can redeem a scoop of ice cream if they use their discovery map to get five stamps on their passport. You will also get a buffet breakfast for two adults and two kids. If your staycation falls on your kid’s birthday, they’ll also be treated to a birthday cake! (Photos: The Ritz-Carlton Singapore, Our Parenting World)
Price Costs $650++ a night, and the promotion lasts till December 27 2018. Find out more here.

Swissotel Merchant Court
Where 20 Merchant Road, 6337-2288
What Your sweetie’s jaw will drop on seeing the new Swissôtel Kids Room ― the set-up can be adapted to any room you book. With themed bedding and colourful clothing hangers, to kid-friendly writing desks and chairs for art-and-craft activities, the cosy space even has toys and books. Parents with younger kids will be thankful for amenities like a step stool, flavoured toothpaste and coloured plastic tumblers, a baby bath tub and bath toys. Older kids will make a beeline for the Xbox, Wii games and kids’ channels on cable TV. Check out The Enjoy Family Fun promotion ― you’ll get 50 per cent off when you book a second room for your children. Kids under age 12 will also get free ice cream, as well half off the kid’s menu at Ellenborough Market Café, while little ones under 6 dine free!
Price The Enjoy Family Fun promotion features different prices based on the type of room booked. Rooms start at about $250++ for two adults and a child. Find out more here.

Village Hotel Bugis
Where 390 Victoria Street, 6297-2828
What Perfect for a family of three, the Kids First Promotion includes an overnight stay at the Kids-themed Superior Room! Besides child-friendly décor, junior will also enjoy amenities like a dental kit and baby powder. The family can also sit down to a complimentary breakfast! (Photos: Far East Hospitality, Our Parenting World)
Price Costs $160++ a night. This promotion is ongoing ― more information here.

Pan Pacific Singapore
Where 7 Raffles Boulevard, 6336-8111
What The newly renovated swimming pool at the Pan Pacific Singapore will beckon your mini-me. Mums and dads can lounge on the luxurious day beds in large cabanas while their tots splash in the wading pool. Book the Urban Retreat Staycation and you’ll get $30 in dining credits, plus a 15 per cent discount at the hotel’s restaurants. We like Edge, which serves a scrumptious Sunday brunch ($128/adults, $64/kids) which has a designated kid’s play area with padded floors, toys and a TV.
Price From $400++ per night. Offer valid till 31 December 2018. Book here.

Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa
Where 101 Siloso Road Sentosa, 6275-0100
What Take Rasa Sentosa’s Family Fun Package for the perfect family staycation, which includes with a free buffet breakfast at Silver Shell Café (psst, your tots will love the miniature kid’s buffet).Want someone to take care of your kids for free? Rasa Sentosa provides an amazing free babysitting service (ages 5 to 12) at The Toots Club. Its full-day programme includes lunch and dinner ― junior will have a blast going down the large slide that winds its way from level three of the resort down to colourful ball pit on level one. He’ll participate in various activities, enjoy fun musical games, scavenger hunt, do arts and crafts, while making new friends. Kids under 5 can go for the Mini Toots Club, with parental or guardian supervision. They’ll enjoy a mini- jungle gym, plus lots of books, toys and movies. Older kids and parents will be thrilled to see that the Fun Zone that is stocked with an Xbox1, race car simulators and an air hockey table.
Price From $485++ a night for the Family Fun Package. Get more information here.

Mandarin Oriental Singapore
Where 5 Raffles Avenue, 6338-0066
What Check out Mandarin Oriental’s Suite Family Moments package that gives you a one-night stay in a luxurious City Suite, inclusive of two rollaway beds. Two adults and two kids under 12 will enjoy an international buffet breakfast at Melt Café, plus, the little ones will be thrilled by Panda plush toys and a jigsaw puzzle. When your sweetie completes the puzzle, head down to Melt Café for an ice-cream treat!
Price From $850 a night, based on double occupancy (promotion valid till 31 December 2018)
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