Finding the perfect travel destination for large groups or families can be a fun challenge. With countless options across the country offering plenty of activities, choosing your ideal location becomes an exciting part of the journey. To simplify your decision-making process, we've curated a list of top-notch vacation spots tailored to various preferences and group dynamics.
Whether you're seeking sun-soaked beaches, mountain adventures, or desert landscapes, we’ve found the best vacation destinations for large groups or families!
Hilton Head Island is famous for its beautiful, renowned golf courses. Hilton Head Island offers golf options for families and large groups. Try the kids' camps or go on a couple of rounds as a group on one of the lush courses. For a more relaxed option, try one of the miniature golf courses, with scenic waterfalls and pirate-themed landscapes.
While golf courses in Hilton Head are a hit, there's much more to enjoy. Take a dolphin tour on the beautiful Atlantic waters or explore the Coastal Discovery Museum. Rent bikes and hit the trails to explore the area while getting a workout in. Hilton Head is very bike-friendly, giving you the autonomy to discover the town. Enjoy a picnic on the beach right before sunset for a more memorable experience!
Group Activities: Hilton Head Boat Charters offers private dolphin tours on premium boats accommodating 7-20 guests ($225-$325/hour for a 2-hour minimum). Their Beach Cat catamaran is perfect for larger parties. For a budget-friendly option, Vagabond Cruise offers 90-minute dolphin tours for adults at $33 and for kids ages3-12 at $11.
Where to Dine: Skull Creek Boathouse accommodates groups of up to 100, with private waterfront rooms and stunning creek views. Poseidon offers waterfront dining with a rooftop bar; please call ahead for groups of 7+. Skull Creek Dockside features three waterfront rooms seating up to 100 guests for private events.
For your Hilton Head Island vacation rental, book with Bestnest By Beverly Serral Vacation Rentals. With homes accommodating 4 to 16 people, you'll find a perfect fit for your group. Properties include oceanfront estates, golf course villas, and Sea Pines rentals ranging from cozy 2-bedroom villas to spacious 5-bedroom homes. Signature features include hotel-level cleanliness standards, vaulted ceilings, pools overlooking gorgeous Lowcountry views, and modern coastal design. Enjoy large living areas, vaulted ceilings, and pools overlooking gorgeous Lowcountry views in these airy vacation rentals.
Kiawah Island, located about 50 minutes south of Charleston, is a quiet beach town perfect for large groups and families. It has relatively smaller crowds and a gorgeous landscape of protected marshes, forests, and beaches.
Choose between relaxing on the beach all day or getting active with tennis matches and kayaking. For an upbeat event, visit Freshfields Village and enjoy their Music on the Green Concert Series, featuring live music every Friday in the summer.
Group Activities: Kiawah Island Golf Resort offers group packages for 8-16 players across five championship courses, including the Ocean Course. Coastal Expeditions provides kayak tours for groups of up to 20 through tidal creeks ($65-85/person).
Where to Dine: The Atlantic Room at Sanctuary Resort offers private dining for up to 24 guests, featuring upscale Lowcountry cuisine . Tomasso at Freshfields Village seats groups of up to 30 on its spacious patio, known for its wood-fired pizzas.
Book your Kiawah Island vacation rental with Akers Ellis Real Estate & Rentals. You'll find oceanfront estates, marsh-view homes, golf course villas, and beachfront cottages accommodating 2- 16+ guests. Properties feature private or community pools overlooking lush maritime forests, floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking ocean views, gourmet kitchens, screened porches with vaulted ceilings, and outdoor showers. Many homes offer elevators, private spas, and complimentary beach gear rentals for stays of 3-21 nights.
30A is like stepping into an alternate universe, with its beautiful beach architecture, towns, and stunning waters. Located in the Florida panhandle, 30A is home to multiple beach towns over 24 miles. Enjoy the Atlantic by booking a beachside bonfire, paddleboarding, or simply relaxing on one of the many beautiful beaches.
Group Activities: YOLO Board offers group paddleboard packages for 10+ people, starting at around $50/person, with guided dune lake tours. Seaside Beach Bonfire Company creates private beach experiences for groups up to 30 ($350-500 including setup, firewood, and s'mores). Big Kahuna's Water Park offers group rates of approximately $45/person for groups of 15+. Explore the unique shops in Rosemary Beach or take a scenic bike ride along the Timpoochee Trail. Visit Eden Gardens State Park for a dose of history and beautiful gardens, or enjoy a sunset kayak tour through the coastal dune lakes.
Where to Dine: Café Thirty-A offers private dining for 30 guests featuring Gulf seafood; reservations are required 2-3 weeks in advance. Bud & Alley's offers private upstairs dining for 25 with rooftop bar access. La Cocina accommodates groups of up to 35 for family-style Mexican dining; no reservations required.
Book your dreamy beach vacation with The 100 Collection™ partner, ELP Luxury Vacations. Their 30A vacation rentals accommodate 11 to 35 people and offer spacious homes with stunning Gulf views, private pools, and easy beach access. Many properties showcase floor-to-ceiling windows with unobstructed Gulf views, private pools with infinity edges and swim-up bars, outdoor kitchens with premium grilling stations, game rooms with pool tables and shuffleboard, private elevators, home theaters, and complimentary beach setups March-October. Many include golf carts and beach cruisers for exploring 30A's charming beach towns.
Park City offers a wide range of outdoor activities, making it an ideal group destination. Try horseback riding at Boulder Mountain Ranch or take in one of the many gorgeous hikes. Consider going to Bloods Lake, an easier hike that is perfect for traveling with kids. Our vacation rental partner recommends visiting Utah Olympic Park.
In winter, enjoy world-class skiing and snowboarding at Park City Mountain Resort or Deer Valley. During summer, experience the Alpine Slide, mountain biking trails, or take a scenic chairlift ride. For a unique experience, visit the Park City Museum to learn about the town's mining history, or enjoy the Park Silly Sunday Market for local crafts and food.
Group Activities: Park City Mountain Resort offers group ski packages for 10+ (starting $150-200/person for lift tickets). Utah Olympic Park provides group tours at $15/adult, with bobsled rides available seasonally. Boulder Mountain Ranch accommodates groups up to 20 for horseback riding ($75-100/person for 1-hour rides).
Where to Dine: High West Distillery accommodates up to 40 in their upstairs dining room with Western cuisine and craft cocktails. Riverhorse on Main offers private dining for 30 guests, featuring wild game and seafood. Make sure to book weeks in advance if you're visiting with a group of more than 5. Handle seats groups up to 25 with shareable plates.
For your Park City vacation rental, book with Abode Luxury Rentals. Many homes feature hot tubs, game rooms, and stunning mountain views, ensuring a comfortable and memorable stay for your entire group. Their handpicked properties range from 2-bedroom condos to 8+ bedroom mountain lodges accommodating 4 to 20+ guests. Also includes ski-in/ski-out access at selected properties, expansive great rooms with floor-to-ceiling stone fireplaces and vaulted wood-beam ceilings, gourmet kitchens with high-end appliances, multiple primary suites, and entertainment options such as game rooms, home theaters, wine rooms, and fitness centers. Outdoor spaces feature private hot tubs with mountain views, rooftop decks, fire pits, and fishing ponds. Properties are minutes from Park City Mountain Resort and Historic Main Street, with 24/7 concierge services available
Explore the red sands and rocks of St. George with a UTV Tour that accommodates large groups and offers access to Utah's most beautiful landscape. For more mobility, take a hike on gorgeous trails like Red Reef Trail or Red Canyon Slot. St. George hosts fun annual events such as the St. George Art Festival and its In the Parks Series, which offers movies and concerts across town.
Group Activities: UTV tours through red rock landscapes accommodate groups of 24+ across multiple vehicles (approximately $150- $ 200 per person for half-day adventures). Sand Hollow State Park offers group pavilion rentals starting at $75/day with boat rentals available. Zion National Park is 45 minutes away, with private shuttle services available for groups up to 25.
Where to Dine: Painted Pony offers private dining for 30 with Southwestern cuisine in historic Ancestor Square. The Egg & I seats groups up to 25 for breakfast with hearty platters. Call ahead to secure the best tables. Cliffside Restaurant accommodates 35 with a private dining area and red rock views
Enjoy your stay in St. George by booking with Red Rock Vacation Rentals. Properties range from 5,000 to 12,000+ sq ft and feature resort-style pools with waterfalls, palm-tree landscaping, expansive game rooms, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and multiple living areas. Perfect for multi-family reunions seeking spacious luxury in a desert setting. Enjoy welcoming desert abodes boasting stunning pools, palm trees, game rooms, and gorgeous living areas.
Scottsdale offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities suitable for groups of all sizes and preferences. Get creative with a group workshop at The Brush Bar on Main Street. Learn to paint in a large group - kids will love this, and parents can enjoy a glass of wine while learning. For a more elevated experience, go on a hot air balloon flight or check out the desert on a Sunset Jeep Tour. Cool off by visiting the OdySea Aquarium after a day in the sun.
Group Activities: Hot Air Expeditions offers sunrise balloon rides for groups up to 20 across multiple balloons ($200-250/person, including champagne and breakfast). Pink Jeep Tours offers desert adventures for groups of 30+ in multiple jeeps ($100-140/person). OdySea Aquarium offers group rates for 15+ at approximately $35/person.
Where to Dine: FnB offers farm-to-table dining with a private room for 30 (book well in advance. The Mission seats groups of up to 40 upstairs and serves modern Latin cuisine. Los Sombreros accommodates groups up to 35 on their patio with authentic Mexican fare. Mastro's City Hall offers private dining for 25 at their upscale steakhouse. Scottsdale also offers a variety of delicious, authentic Mexican food, which is a must-try when you’re there.
Book your Scottsdale vacation rental with The 100 Collection™ partner, Porter. Porter Scottsdale Vacation Rentals offers airy spaces that suit any group's needs, with a modern desert feel. Choose a home that fits 8 to 22 people from spacious interiors with tasteful decor, expansive windows with desert and mountain views, gourmet kitchens with high-end appliances, heated pools, hot tubs, game rooms (pool tables, ping pong, arcade machines, foosball), and multi-level patios with sunken fire pits, outdoor kitchens, and covered living areas.
Many homes include sports courts and are located in quiet Old Town Scottsdale neighborhoods near dining and hiking trails, with 24/7 guest support. With large pools overlooking the mountains and kitchens equipped with high-end appliances, you're bound to feel right at home.
Martha's Vineyard offers more than just amazing food and shopping spots. It has something for every member of your group, from engaging game rooms in Oak Bluffs to perfectly manicured golf courses along the water's edge.
Your group will find countless activities to enjoy during your Martha's Vineyard getaway. The island brings plenty of opportunities for perfect moments that bring everyone together. Be sure to check in advance for festivals and seasonal events, such as the Martha's Vineyard Food and Wine Festival and the island's Drive-In movie theater.
Group Activities: Private sailing charters accommodate groups up to 20 for half-day and full-day sails ($150-200/person). Bike rentals delivered to vacation homes start at $30-40/bike for multi-day rentals. Farm Neck Golf Club offers group tee times for 12+ players (green fees approximately $150/round).
Where to Dine: State Road Restaurant features farm-to-table dining with a private room for 20 in West Tisbury (reservations required). The Seafood Shanty offers waterfront seating for groups up to 30 with fresh lobster rolls. Make sure to call ahead. Among the Flowers Café seats groups up to 25 in their Edgartown garden, and has perfect mountain views you can enjoy anytime of the day.
Avoid the hassle of booking multiple hotel rooms and keep everyone under one roof. Point B Realty offers spacious, elegant vacation rentals featuring 4 to 6 bedrooms to accommodate your group. Spend quality time together, relaxing by the saltwater pools, or take a short walk to the beach from these ideally located coastal estates in Edgartown Village, Oak Bluffs cottages, and modern farmhouses throughout the island. Homes showcase architect-designed interiors with Cape Cod and coastal contemporary styling, saltwater pools (select properties), gourmet kitchens, home theaters, comfortable living areas, and outdoor living spaces with decks and outdoor showers.
Point B Realty provides concierge services, including express check-in/out, grocery delivery, and transferable car ferry tickets (around $340, essential for peak summer weekends). When you need a break from the sun, gather inside to enjoy home theaters and comfortable living areas designed for group relaxation and entertainment!
Whether you're planning a family reunion, a friend group getaway, or a multi-family vacation, these destinations offer something for everyone. From the coastal charm of Hilton Head and Kiawah Island to the stunning desert of St. George and Scottsdale, each destination offers unique experiences and activities to create lasting memories. When traveling with a large group, having the right accommodation is crucial.
The 100 Collection's vacation rental partners specialize in providing spacious, well-equipped homes that can comfortably house your entire party. With amenities like private pools, game rooms, and large communal areas, these rentals become more than just a place to sleep – they become an integral part of your vacation experience.
Remember to book early, especially for peak seasons, to ensure you get the perfect property for your group. With the right destination and the ideal vacation rental, your large group or family getaway is sure to be a success. Safe travels!
