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12 Hotel Amenities Kids Will Love

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Here at HuffPost Travel, naturally, we've spent a lot of time talking about hotel amenities. We've seen the most outrageous, the best for hipsters, the most over-the-top, the new and unusual, and even the weird, just to name a few.

But, despite that exhaustive list, there hasn't been much mention of perks for kids.

Most hotels worth their salt will offer something for their young guests -- think kids' goodie bags, kids-only clubs, in-room video gaming and the like. But, a number have taken it up a notch with amenities that kids could only dream about: In-room ice cream man at your service!

Here are just a few hotel amenities that will make kids go bug-eyed. And, they might just make Mom and Dad happy too.

Do you have a favorite kids' hotel amenity? Leave it in the comments below!

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Awesome Hotel Amenities For Kids

Recording Studio, The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach(01 of12)

Musically-inclined teens will want to hang out in the Coast lounge at The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach. Here, the coolest asset is the recording studio where budding DJs can mix their own tracks and upload it to their iPods. The resort also has a salon, Beauty Coast, that's specifically for teens. (credit:The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach)

Eloise Suites, The Plaza Hotel, New York City(02 of12)

For the legions of young girls who grew up reading the Eloise books, The Plaza hotel offers a chance to live them with its Betsey Johnson-designed Eloise suite. An Eloise Tea is also held in the Palm Court for the little ladies who lunch, and in the Fashion Room there are heaps of costumes for playing dress up.Not to leave out the gents, The Plaza also offers a "Knights of The Plaza" suite and package. (credit:The Plaza Hotel)

Goldfish, Kimpton Hotels, Multiple Locations(03 of12)

For kids who are upset about having to leave the family pet at home, Kimpton Hotels has the solution: an in-room goldfish. Just ask at any Kimpton property and a little friend will be delivered to your room. Bonus: The hotel staff takes care of feeding the little guy or gal!Young guests can also have a kid-sized animal-print robe delivered, since the plain white ones are so not cool enough. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5b9c8516e4b03a1dcc7f672f" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="12" data-vars-position-in-unit="17">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/41905262@N00/7498529746" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="collectmoments" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5b9c8516e4b03a1dcc7f672f" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/41905262@N00/7498529746" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="13" data-vars-position-in-unit="18">collectmoments</a>)

Wave Simulator, Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Ft. Lauderdale(04 of12)

Have your kids dreams of surfing ever been dashed by inclement weather? Well, nothing can stop little dudes or dudettes staying at the Harbor Beach Marriott, where they can hang ten on an indoor surf simulator. (credit:WikiMedia:)

Cookie Classes, Four Seasons Hotel, Boston(05 of12)

The Four Seasons makes another appearance on the list, this time with a cookie-making class at its Boston outpost. The classes, led by the executive pastry chef, take place each Saturday. Reservations -- but no clean up! -- required. Kids (and parents) can also indulge in an ice cream sundae delivered in-room by the ice cream man. (credit:Shutterstock)

Kids' Menus, Hyatt Hotels, Nationwide(06 of12)

OK, so the idea of a kids' menu isn't exactly new or exciting, but how many can boast renowned chef and healthy food advocate Alice Waters as a menu developer like Hyatt's does? Waters, of Chez Panisse fame, helped craft a three-course organic meal for kids as part of the menu. The menu was also tasted, tested and approved by kids, so there's no fear for picky eaters here. That should make this one of Mom and Dad's favorite amenities, too. (credit:Hyatt Hotels)

Personalized Stationery and Business Cards, Trump Hotel, Chicago and New York(07 of12)

Entrepreneurs in training will love the Trump Kids packs at Trump Hotels in Chicago and New York (Central Park), which include personalized "kids biz" cards and stationery. Just be careful that they don't swap info with everyone in the bar while sipping on a concoction from Trump's kiddie cocktail menu. (credit:Trump Hotel Collection)

Swim With Manatees, Plantation On Crystal River, Crystal River(08 of12)

Crystal River, Florida is the only place in the U.S. where it's possible to legally swim with wild manatees. Check out The Plantation On Crystal River, which offers a stay and play with manatees package. There's no minimum age, but guests need to be able to swim and be calm and quiet in the water as not to scare the manatees. So, this might be better for older kids. (credit:Plantation On Crystal River)

Seasonal S'mores, The Shores Resort & Spa, Daytona Beach Shores(09 of12)

For the kid who can't turn down the chance to get sticky, The Shores has s'mores covered. But, this hotel has the Girl Scout classic one upped with its seasonal s'mores varieties -- think Peeps at Easter, pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving, and strawberries and blueberries to go with the 4th of July theme. Hey, that counts as a serving of fruit, right? (credit:The Shores Resort & Spa)

Candy Cart, Four Seasons Hotel, New York(10 of12)

A trip to the candy store is great for a kid, but having the candy come to them feels even better! At New York's Four Seasons, an actual Candy Man wheels his Dylan's Candy Bar signature cart full of goodies directly to guests’ rooms. The cart is stocked with a variety of gummy, chocolate, sour, crunchy and sweet candies that kids can mix and match. And, it's all at no additional charge -- the hotel's in-room dining team contacts all families to schedule a visit. Sweet. (credit:Four Seasons Hotel New York)

Kite Concierge, Boca Beach Club, Boca Raton (11 of12)

Specialty concierges have become all the rage these days, but this might be one of the most kid-friendly. Boca Beach Club's kite concierge will amaze young ones with his unique sky show featuring the likes of a giant 30 foot lobster, a teddy bear, a sea turtle and more. He's also available to teach kids the art of kite flying on kites they can take home (Sorry, the giant lobster stays at the hotel.)Kids will also have fun "walking on water" in giant air filled balls called -- what else -- water walkers. (credit:Boca Beach Club)

American Girl Package, Affinia 50, New York(12 of12)

New York has become a must-visit destination for young girls who collect American Girl dolls. And, with the American Girl package at Affinia 50 in New York City, the fun doesn't have to stop at the American Girl Place store. With the package comes an American Girl doll-sized travel bed with pillow and blanket, so she doesn't have to "sleep" in the box. (Duh, mom!) There's also access to a personal shopper at the American Girl store, plus a few other amenities (like discounts) that would probably be lost in the excitement of a new doll!Correction: A previous version of this article included Affinia Chicago as a hotel with an American Girl package. This hotel is no longer part of the Affinia group. (credit:Alamy)

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