About 20 minutes from downtown Spokane near Whitworth University, this mid-range hotel gives families a number of complimentary extras, including Wi-Fi, parking and “Bright Side” breakfast, featuring waffles, hot/cold cereal, breads and muffins and fresh fruit. There’s also an indoor pool and hot tub, fitness center, convenience shop and guest laundry. Rooms include microwaves, mini-fridges and coffeemakers. With 76 rooms, family options include a standard Two Queen, One King with Sleep Sofa, and Executive Room with a king bed and sofa bed, or two queen beds and a sofa bed. Free cribs are available on request, and rollaways for an extra charge. Kids 18 and under stay free.

From the hotel, visit Riverfront Park for its Spokane Falls Gondola Ride, amusement rides, the historic Looff Carrousel and IMAX theatre. For extra fun, Silverwood Theme Park, an all-inclusive water park with waterslides and amusement rides, is only an hour away.