Digital travel platform Agoda has named Phuket, Goa, Ho Chi Minh City, Bali, and Kuala Lumpur as the top five destinations in Asia where families can find hotels equipped with kids club facilities, ahead of the summer 2026 travel season.
The ranking highlights destinations where hotels offer structured programmes for young children, giving parents the opportunity to relax while their children are supervised and engaged. Beach destinations and major city capitals both feature in the list, reflecting the range of options available to family travellers across the region.
| Rank | Destination | Country | Setting | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phuket | Thailand | Beach island | Largest selection of kids club resort hotels in Asia |
| 2 | Goa | India | Coastal state | Relaxed pace, sandy beaches, dedicated children’s programmes |
| 3 | Ho Chi Minh City | Vietnam | Major city | Urban attractions paired with modern family hotel infrastructure |
| 4 | Bali | Indonesia | Beach island | Lush landscapes, kids clubs often paired with children’s pools |
| 5 | Kuala Lumpur | Malaysia | Major city | Museums, parks, and hotels with structured kids club programmes |
Phuket leads the ranking, with the Thai island’s resort hotels offering some of the largest selections of kids club programmes in Asia. Sun-drenched beaches, water activities, and a well-developed resort infrastructure make it a consistent first choice for families travelling with toddlers and young children.
Goa takes second place. The Indian coastal state is known for its relaxed pace, sandy beaches, and welcoming hospitality. Hotels along the Goan coastline increasingly offer dedicated children’s activity programmes alongside beach and pool facilities, making it an accessible option for families travelling from within India and internationally.
Ho Chi Minh City is the only major urban destination in the top three. Vietnam’s largest city offers families a mix of cultural attractions, vibrant street life, and modern hotel infrastructure. Hotels in the city have expanded their family-friendly amenities in recent years, with kids clubs providing a practical option for parents exploring the city.
Bali ranks fourth. The Indonesian island’s combination of lush landscapes, calm beaches, and culturally rich surroundings has long made it a favourite for family travel. Resort properties across Seminyak, Nusa Dua, and Ubud regularly feature kids clubs as part of their amenity offer, often pairing them with dedicated children’s pools.
Kuala Lumpur rounds out the list as the second city destination in the ranking. The Malaysian capital offers families a broad mix of interactive museums, parks, and urban attractions, with hotel kids clubs providing a structured base for younger travellers while parents explore independently.
Krishna Rathi, Associate Vice President at Agoda, said the right hotel choice could have a significant impact on the overall family experience. “Finding the right hotel can go a long way to help ensure the family vacation is stress-free from start to finish,” said Rathi. “Agoda’s user-friendly filters make it a breeze for families to find accommodations that match their preferences. Whether it’s a kids’ club, a kiddy pool, or other family-friendly amenities, Agoda helps families create unforgettable vacations with ease.”
Agoda’s platform allows travellers to search across more than six million properties, over 300,000 activities, and more than 130,000 flight routes, all bookable within a single interface. Family-specific filters allow users to narrow searches by amenity type, including kids club availability, making it possible to identify suitable properties quickly across all five destinations.
