Best Family-Friendly Hotels and Stays in Spokane
Family-friendly stays in Spokane are plentiful: 23 properties in this guide welcome families, and most offer family rooms, a fridge or microwave and free parking. The city rewards children with Riverfront Park, the Looff Carrousel, the SkyRide and the Children's Museum of Spokane, all within a short drive of downtown hotels, while the Centennial Trail suits bikes and strollers. Book family rooms early for summer and tournament weekends (Hoopfest in late June fills the downtown blocks). Most hotels here keep rates lower on weekdays and in shoulder months, and many include breakfast or a fridge. Mid-week stays also avoid the tournament crowds, so plan the park days around the weather and nap times.
Spokane is an easy city for families: Riverfront Park sits at the center, with the falls, the carousel and the SkyRide, and the river path gives toddlers and teenagers room to roam. Gonzaga University and Spokane Arena add game-day energy, and Hoopfest takes over downtown streets in late June, so expect crowds and plan meals early (the park is quieter before midday).
Where to stay
Family rooms, pools and park time
A good family hotel in Spokane saves steps: a pool that stays open, a breakfast that feeds children without a fight, and parking that does not charge by the day. Airport-side hotels favor logistics, while downtown ones favor walking to the park, and the north side adds space and quiet (check the Hoopfest and Bloomsday dates before you book, because these events fill hotels).
For pool time, Hampton Inn Spokane Airport, Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown-South, Fairfield Inn Spokane Downtown and Quality Inn Oakwood all have indoor pools, so winter and summer trips work equally well. Quality Inn Oakwood keeps its pool open 24 hours and offers family suites, which helps when flights land late. Hampton Inn & Suites has a highly rated breakfast with pastries, cheese and fruit, and its family rooms keep everyone together (free parking is on site at the Hampton and the Fairfield). Bring swimsuits for everyone, because the evening pool session is often the reason children sleep well after a long drive.
For park time, stay close to the river. Spokane Club Hotel is a 10-minute walk from Riverfront Park, Holiday Inn Express Downtown is within 1 mile of Gonzaga and 4 minutes by car from the Children's Museum of Spokane, and The Louie offers free bicycles and babysitting services under 1 km from the SkyRide. Each cuts car time on a day with small children and keeps nap schedules intact, which matters more than a view (confirm parking availability when you book). The park is also free to enter, so the cost of a full day stays low even with a family of four or five.
For budget and space, Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham has family rooms with a fridge, microwave and free parking, and Oxford Suites Spokane Downtown gives each suite a fridge, microwave and coffee machine with a free daily airport transfer. La Quinta Inn & Suites adds a minimarket and free private parking, and The Madison Inn has a launderette and a kid-friendly breakfast buffet. These help with long stays and picky eaters (ask about rollaway beds and cribs at booking). Ask about cribs and rollaway beds when you call, because family rooms fill first during summer tournaments and holiday weekends.
For travel days, airport hotels shorten the logistics. Holiday Inn Express Spokane Airport offers a free shuttle, an indoor pool and a free buffet breakfast, and Ramada by Wyndham has a free daily buffet breakfast, a pool and an outdoor fireplace. Sleep Inn and MainStay Suites offer free shuttles and pools too, and Sleep Inn has interconnected rooms for two families travelling together (hotels near the airport make early flights calmer for everyone). Hotels near the airport also keep morning logistics simple, with free parking and shuttle service helping parents who juggle luggage, car seats and a tired toddler.
A traveler's perspectiveI recommend the Holiday Inn Express Spokane-Downtown for a family stay, because every room has a fridge and a microwave, breakfast is included, parking is free and the outdoor patio has barbecue facilities. It is an eight-minute walk from the Convention Center, which I would keep in mind for tournament weekends, and Riverfront Park is close by for an afternoon on the Looff Carrousel.
Hampton Inn & Suites Spokane Downtown-South
Spokane
184 reviews
Indoor pool and hot tub with a top-rated breakfast
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA family that values a calm, well-run stay will find it here: spacious rooms, an indoor pool and hot tub, and a breakfast with pancakes, fruit and pastries that guests rate highly. Riverfront Park is 1.9 km away, close enough for a short drive and a day out. Family rooms keep everyone in one space, and the outdoor seating helps in summer (parking is free and pets are allowed).
Hampton Inn Spokane Airport
Spokane
327 reviews
Indoor pool, hot tub and hot breakfast near the airport
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA family flying in will find the sequence easy: a free shuttle from the airport, an indoor pool and hot tub before dinner, and a hot breakfast the next morning. The microwave and fridge in each room help with snacks, and the convenience store covers forgotten items. Riverfront Park is a 15-minute drive away, so sightseeing is easy with a car (parking is free and pets are allowed).
Hotel Indigo Spokane Downtown by IHG
Spokane
803 reviews
Restaurant, bar and room service 100 metres from live music
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFor a show night, the setup is simple: the Knitting Factory is 100 metres away, the bar is downstairs and room service covers the late meal. Daytime outings are short, with the SkyRide 700 metres away and Riverfront Park 1.3 km. Rooms have a desk and a flat-screen TV, and family rooms are available for small groups. Parking is private on site and pets are allowed.
Davenport Hotel, Autograph Collection
Spokane
407 reviews
The historic Davenport with a spa and three restaurants
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFor a milestone weekend, the Davenport is the kind of place that sets the tone: the Palm Court Grill for a quiet dinner, the Peacock Room for a nightcap and the spa for a slow afternoon. Rooms look over downtown Spokane, and the tennis court and bicycles give active guests a reason to leave the lobby. Riverfront Park is a 5-minute drive away (pets are allowed).
Spokane Club Hotel
Spokane
398 reviews
Indoor pool and steak dinners a walk from Riverfront Park
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFor a family planning one car-free day, the walk to Riverfront Park is the whole story: ten minutes, then the carousel, the falls and the SkyRide without a parking meter. The indoor pool softens the end of the day, and dinner at the hotel's own restaurant keeps tired children off the sidewalk. Rooms feel traditional, with a desk for the parent who still has email. Ask about parking at booking (parking is available).
Oxford Suites Spokane Downtown
Spokane
381 reviews
Suites with a kitchenette feel and a free airport transfer
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFor a family staying several nights, the suite format is the draw: a sofa area, a desk, a fridge and a microwave mean breakfast happens in the room. The free daily airport transfer simplifies arrival day, and Gonzaga University and Spokane Arena are both about 1 km away for game weekends. Pets are allowed, so the dog stays with the group (parking is on site).
Holiday Inn Express Spokane-Downtown by IHG
Spokane
448 reviews
Patio with barbecue, free gym and free parking downtown
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA family with a car will find the practical parts line up: free parking, a fridge and microwave for packed lunches, and a patio with barbecue facilities for a summer evening meal. The Children's Museum of Spokane is a 4-minute drive, and Gonzaga University is within 1 mile for campus visits. The daily breakfast gets everyone moving, and vending machines handle late drinks (pets are allowed).
The Madison Inn
Spokane
488 reviews
Free parking, a fridge in the room and short drives
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFor a family on a long road trip, the Madison Inn solves small problems: free parking, a launderette for the week's laundry, a fridge for snacks and a buffet that children can actually eat. Downtown attractions are all a short drive, and the Amtrak station is 2 km away for rail travelers. The décor is traditional, but the price-to-convenience ratio holds up (parking is free).
The Louie, A Davenport Hotel, Autograph Collection
Spokane
34 reviews
Free bicycles and city views, under 1 km from the SkyRide
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA family travelling by electric car will notice the charging station first, then the free bicycles that make Riverfront Park an easy ride. Family rooms look over the city, and the restaurant's family-friendly ambience and dietary options help with picky eaters. Babysitting and child services are offered for a parents' evening out. The airport is 9 km away, and luggage storage covers early arrivals.
Holiday Inn Express Spokane Airport by IHG
Spokane
290 reviews
Free shuttle, indoor pool and hot tub by the airport
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA family flying in late appreciates the short loop: shuttle to the hotel, a bed, and a free buffet breakfast before the rental car or the next flight. The indoor pool and hot tub turn a layover night into something the children remember, and the fridge keeps milk and snacks cold. Downtown is a drive away, so sightseeing needs the car. Pets are allowed, which helps travelers with a dog (parking is free).
Montvale Hotel
Spokane
441 reviews
Atrium coffee and arts district nights, pets welcome
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA couple or small family that likes evenings out will find the Montvale well placed: the Knitting Factory is 140 metres away, and the atrium's free coffee and tea run all day. Rooms have a microwave, a fridge and hypo-allergenic bedding, helpful for light sleepers. It is a boutique place, not a resort, so activities are outside the door rather than inside (private parking is on site).
Courtyard by Marriott Spokane Downtown at the Convention Center
Spokane
155 reviews
Floor-to-ceiling windows on the Spokane River
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA family arriving after the restaurants close can still get dinner snacks from the 24-hour market, which is the kind of detail parents remember. Rooms with a balcony and big windows face the river, so the view entertains the children before bedtime. The walk to the Convention Center is about 10 minutes, and breakfast at the bistro keeps the morning simple. Plan the afternoon around Riverfront Park and the river path.
Best Western Plus City Center
Spokane
159 reviews
Across the street from the Convention Center
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFor a family visiting a tournament or show, the walk is short: the Convention Center is across the street, Riverpark Square is two blocks away and Riverfront Park is 10 minutes on foot. Rooms have a fridge and microwave for packed snacks, and the daily breakfast covers the first meal. Covered parking is first come, first served, so arrive before the evening rush (pets are allowed).
Quality Inn Oakwood
Spokane
492 reviews
Heated pool open around the clock on the north side
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA family rolling in from the interstate after dark will find the pool still open, which settles the kids before bedtime. The fridge and microwave in the room handle snacks and leftovers, and the free café breakfast saves a first-morning stop. The dog comes along without fuss. The trade-off is distance: downtown Spokane is five miles away, so every sightseeing outing is a short drive, not a stroll (parking is straightforward on site).
Fairfield Inn Spokane Downtown
Spokane
103 reviews
Indoor pool and hot tub in the city centre
Check availabilityWhy guests love itIn a downtown stay with children, the indoor pool decides the evening: it stays open through winter, and the hot tub is there for parents. Free parking removes one daily worry, and the breakfast spread of pancakes, fruit and warm dishes feeds a family before Riverfront Park. The airport is 11 km away, so the first and last day are easy to plan. The style is standard, not special.
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Spokane Airport
Spokane
99 reviews
200 yards from the terminal with a free shuttle
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA family with a 6 a.m. departure will appreciate how little there is to manage here: the terminal is 200 yards away, the shuttle takes the luggage, and a hot breakfast is waiting. The microwave and fridge handle bottles and snacks, and the seating area gives parents a place to sit once the kids are asleep. Sightseeing is a drive away, so this works best as a flight-day stop (parking is free).
DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center
Spokane
256 reviews
Connected to the Convention Center, beside the river
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFamilies visiting for a tournament or convention save the most time here, since the venue is attached and nobody has to find a parking spot. The seasonal outdoor pool is a treat in summer, and breakfast at Shutters Cafe is cooked to order. The river path starts a few steps outside, handy for burning off energy. In winter the pool is not an option, so plan other evening activities.
Ramada by Wyndham Spokane Airport
Spokane
1,632 reviews
Two minutes' walk from the airport with free breakfast
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA family on a travel day will like how little there is to plan: the entrance is 2 minutes away on foot, the shuttle is free and the buffet breakfast comes without an extra charge. The indoor pool and hot tub use up the children's energy, and the garden with an outdoor fireplace gives parents a quiet spot. Riverfront Park is 15 minutes by car (pets are allowed).
Centennial Hotel Spokane
Spokane
732 reviews
Outdoor pool and Atrium Café close to downtown Spokane
Check availabilityWhy guests love itSeen from a family's side, the practical rooms carry this hotel. A fridge and microwave handle packed lunches, the outdoor pool gives the children a reason to head back after a day at Riverfront Park, and the atrium café means dinner needs no second drive. Downtown sits 1.5 miles away, close enough for a short ride but far enough that nobody walks to the carousel. Bring the dog if you like (pets are allowed).
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Spokane Downtown
Spokane
1,653 reviews
Free parking and a minimarket in the city centre
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA family arriving with a loaded car will like the free private parking and the full-day security, which take two worries away at once. The minimarket handles milk and snacks, and the continental breakfast starts the day without a restaurant stop. Rooms are family-sized and clean by guest reports. The Convention Center is 1.1 km away, so a short walk or ride gets you there (pets are allowed).
Hotel Ruby
Spokane
296 reviews
Red-accented boutique rooms in the Entertainment District
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA couple heading to a show will like the setup: the Fox Theater and Bing Crosby Theater are a block away, Riverfront Park is 5 minutes on foot and the lobby coffee never stops. Rooms are compact and playful with red accents and art, with a fridge and microwave for late snacks. Parking is limited and paid, so arrive with a plan. The dog is welcome (pets are allowed).
Steam Plant Hotel Spokane, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Spokane
358 reviews
Free bikes in season, 800 metres from the Amtrak station
Check availabilityWhy guests love itRail travelers get the most from this address: the Amtrak station is within 800 metres, so luggage stays on a short walk. A free bicycle in season turns Riverfront Park into a ride, and two free breakfasts a day at Rosie's Restaurant simplify the mornings. Rooms have a fridge and microwave for snacks. The fitness center is off-site, so energetic guests should plan a run along the river instead.
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Spokane
Spokane
774 reviews
Family rooms, free parking and a continental breakfast
Check availabilityWhy guests love itOn a tight family budget, the value shows up in small ways: free parking, a fridge and microwave in the room, and a breakfast with pastries and fruit before the day starts. Family rooms keep everyone in one place, and the 24-hour front desk handles late arrivals. The Convention Center is 3 km away, so sightseeing means a short drive. Expect a simple stay with sound basics.
Local tips
- 1Book family rooms early for Hoopfest in late June and for Gonzaga home games, because downtown hotels fill quickly and prices rise on those weekends.
- 2Choose a hotel with an indoor pool for winter trips, since Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown-South and Fairfield Inn Downtown both keep the water inside.
- 3Use the fridge and microwave to stretch the food budget, because Days Inn & Suites and Oxford Suites provide both in the room.
- 4Visit Riverfront Park in the morning, since the SkyRide and Looff Carrousel are quieter before the midday crowds arrive on summer weekends.
- 5Ask The Louie about babysitting and child services if you plan a parents' dinner, and borrow the free bicycles for a ride to the park.
- 6Pack an extra layer for evenings, because Spokane cools fast even in July and the outdoor pools at some hotels run only seasonally.