Methodology

How FamilyFactor works

FamilyFactor is a 0–100 score we calculate for every property — based on six categories that capture what actually matters when traveling with kids.

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FamilyFactor
Outstanding

Sample score

The Formula

Six categories. 100% total. Nothing else.

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0125% weight

Kid Amenities

Kids club, pools, water features, character dining, on-site play

0220% weight

Family Room Fit

Suites, connecting rooms, cribs, bunk beds, kitchen access

0320% weight

Location

Walking distance to family attractions, beach access, transit ease

0415% weight

Pricing Value

Cost for a family, free-kid policies, all-inclusive options

0510% weight

Family Safety

Pool gates, balcony safety, gated grounds, on-site security

0610% weight

Parent Recovery

Adult amenities, spa, quiet zones, babysitting service

The Bands

How to read the score

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FamilyFactor
Outstanding

Outstanding

90–100

Top of category. Hard to fault.

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FamilyFactor
Excellent

Excellent

80–89

Strong across the board.

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FamilyFactor
Great

Great

70–79

Solid family choice with minor gaps.

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FamilyFactor
Good

Good

60–69

Works for some families, not all.

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FamilyFactor
Fair

Fair

50–59

Significant family-fit issues.

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FamilyFactor
Skip

Skip

Below 50

Better options exist.

The Sources

How we collect the data.

Every property is scored against the same documented rules — roughly 25 structured signals (kids' club, waterpark, connecting rooms, pool gates, adult-only zones, all-inclusive pricing, and more) mapped to the six categories above, so two properties with the same amenities get the same score. Sources for those signals:

  • 01Direct property data — official website, amenity lists, room configurations, brand standards
  • 02OTA listings and aggregate guest ratings (Hotels.com, Expedia, Booking.com)
  • 03Brand standards documentation for chains (e.g. Four Seasons Kids For All Seasons curriculum)
  • 04Editorial review and refinement of every score and write-up before publication — we do not aggregate or republish guest review text

Editorial Independence

Commissions never affect the score.

We earn affiliate commissions when readers book through our links. Those commissions are never considered when calculating FamilyFactor. Properties cannot pay for placement or for higher scores.

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