Columbia, MO

Columbia is a bustling college town that centers on the University of Missouri. At the lobby entrance, families are greeted by animal statues holding “welcome” signs. Stoney Creek sits on the city’s south side, offering 180 rooms with fireplaces and themed decors. Families choose from a variety of rooms, suites and cottages. Rooms typically contain wood furnishings, coffee makers, microwaves and refrigerators. Suites offer additional space with living rooms and kitchenettes. Theme suites create a log cabin ambience with stone fireplaces and oversized bathrooms. Children under age 18 stay for free with parents. Also at Stoney Creek, a community hot breakfast is served daily. Of course, the only feature kids will care about is the Wilderness Park pool area. This area contains an indoor/outdoor heated pool, patio lounges, a whirlpool spa, a sauna and a video game room. Kids can spend hours swimming between the outdoor and indoor pool divisions.