Family and kids: activities for children at the resort and nearby
The Cottages at PGA National Resort welcomes families: the property offers a children's pool, multiple outdoor pools, a kids’ indoor playroom and family-friendly dining on site. On-site activities and access to PGA National’s Sports & Racquet Club make it easy to keep children active; nearby beaches and family attractions are a short drive away.
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Pools, splash areas and poolside basics
The resort provides multiple outdoor pools plus a dedicated children’s pool and hot tub; poolside food and beverage service is available during daytime hours. Pool hours vary by listing, so confirm current hours with the front desk after booking.
Children’s pool and general pool access are included as part of guest use; cabanas are available for a surcharge and some pools are reserved for adults 18+ (for example, certain spa mineral-pool areas).
- Children’s pool for younger swimmers (on-site)
- Nine outdoor pools listed across resort content (counts vary by source)
- Adults-only mineral pools and spa pool areas restricted to guests 18+
| Pool feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Children’s pool | Designed for families and children |
| Adults-only mineral pools | Reserved for guests 18 and older (spa areas) |
| Poolside bar/service | Food and drinks served during daytime hours |
Kids’ indoor spaces and supervised activities
The resort lists an arcade/game room and an indoor children’s playroom, giving families an indoor option for rainy afternoons or early evenings. The playroom and arcade are intended for general family use; dedicated kids’ clubs have appeared on some third‑party listings for a fee—confirm availability and any age or reservation requirements with the resort.
Spa and salon services have age rules: salon services are typically available from age 16, while spa treatments and locker-room/mineral-pool access require guests to be 18 or older. This means parents should plan spa time around those age restrictions if traveling with younger teens.
- Children’s indoor playroom and arcade/game room on site
- Kids’ clubs or supervised programs: reported on some third‑party listings (often fee-based) — check availability before arrival
- Salon services available from age 16; full spa treatments and mineral pools restricted to 18+
| Activity | Age/notes |
|---|---|
| Playroom/arcade | General family use; hours/availability may vary |
| Kids’ club | Reported on some listings; often fee-based — confirm |
| Salon services | Available from age 16; spa treatments 18+ |
Active family sports: tennis, pickleball, golf and fitness
Families who like to be active can use the Sports & Racquet Club (included with the nightly resort fee), which lists tennis courts, fitness classes and a saltwater lap pool. The resort also offers group classes such as water aerobics, Pilates and yoga as part of the fitness program.
Golf is a major on-site option: PGA National’s championship courses and a driving range are a short walk from The Cottages. Tee-time reservations are required for golf; the pro shop is on site for equipment and lessons if you want to introduce kids to the game.
- Sports & Racquet Club access included with resort fee (fitness classes, tennis court time)
- Pickleball courts are available on the grounds
- Driving range and access to PGA National championship golf courses — reservations required for tee times
| Activity | Family tip |
|---|---|
| Tennis/pickleball | Courts and group lessons available via Sports & Racquet Club |
| Golf/driving range | Pro shop and lessons; book tee times in advance |
| Fitness classes | Many group classes included with resort fee; check age suitability |
On-site family-friendly dining
Several on-site restaurants welcome families: Birdie’s Diner offers all-day, casual breakfast and lunch fare; Honeybelle serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with comfort-food items; The MKT is a grab‑and‑go café good for quick family meals. Sugarplume provides sweets and snacks for children with a sweet tooth.
For the resort’s finer or smaller-capacity venues (Sushi by Boū, The Butcher’s Club), reservations are recommended and the environment may be better suited to older children or adults. Poolside bar/food service operates during daytime hours for pool snacks and light meals.
- Birdie’s Diner — breakfast & lunch, casual, no reservations usually needed
- Honeybelle — breakfast, lunch, dinner; family-friendly menu options
- The MKT — grab-and-go for busy families; Sugarplume for chocolates and desserts
| Venue | When helpful for families |
|---|---|
| Birdie’s Diner | Casual breakfast and lunch for kids |
| Honeybelle | All-day options including pizza and comfort food |
| The MKT | Quick meals, coffee and to-go items |
Nearby beaches and day-trip ideas for children
Several family-friendly beaches and outdoor attractions are within a short drive of the resort. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, Juno Beach Park & Fishing Pier and Jupiter Beach Park are commonly recommended for beach time, snorkeling, gentle swimming and short educational nature walks.
If you want non-beach options, Rapids Water Park (water slides and family rides), Lion Country Safari (drive-through wildlife park) and Grassy Waters Preserve (hiking and canoeing) are all listed as nearby family destinations. Driving times vary; the resort can help with directions or tour assistance.
- John D. MacArthur Beach State Park — swimming, kayaking, snorkeling
- Juno Beach Pier — fishing and a guarded swimming area
- Rapids Water Park — large water park with slides (drive required)
- Lion Country Safari — drive-through wildlife park
| Attraction | What kids like |
|---|---|
| John D. MacArthur Beach State Park | Nature, snorkeling, calmer beach areas |
| Rapids Water Park | Slides, wave pools and age-appropriate attractions |
| Lion Country Safari | Drive-through animal viewing |
Practical tips for families and room choices
The Cottages at PGA National Resort are individually furnished two‑bedroom cottages and guests may also choose other room types across the resort; free in-room Wi‑Fi and on-site parking are included for cottage guests. For families, room types that sleep more guests make multi‑night stays easier.
Room options that often suit families include Room, Garden View; Room, Pool View; Room, Multiple Beds; and various Premium Suites with sofa beds. Confirm bedding configuration and maximum occupancy when you book to match your family’s needs. Also note check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
- Free in-room Wi‑Fi and self-parking included for cottage guests (resort fee covers some access)
- Ask about connecting rooms or suites with a Double Sofa Bed if you need extra sleeping space
- Inform the resort in advance about arrival time and any special requests
| Room name | Sleeps / helpful note |
|---|---|
| Room, Garden View | 4 guests — 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Room, Pool View | 4 guests — 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Room, Multiple Beds | beds: 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds — good for larger families |
