Taking a break from your usual activities and going on a vacation is always a great idea. But, as a kid, it can get kind of, well, boring schlepping from one cultural site to another. Kids need to chill. That’s why it’s so important to take a few trusty, easy to pack games to play in your hotel room. I mean, you could also park them in front of the TV but playing a game together is a fun bonding experience! Think of it as some family time that doesn’t require saying “cheese” in front of a big statue. When choosing games to play in your hotel room, look for options that don’t require a lot of pieces — like the ones we’ve rounded up!
Fun Games To Play In Your Hotel Room
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Set Mini
This is the ultimate game of matching. It's all about fast-thinking, so keep your eyes glued to the cards!
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Battleship
This classic game lets you go head to head as you try to sink your opponents ships, one peg at a time.
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Charades: Kids on Stage
Charades is a great one to get everyone involved while sparking creativity. No reading required, this one is great for kids ages 3 and up.
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Fun on the Farm
Okay, so this one's an app, but presumably you'll already have your iPad with you, and this offers five awesome games including air hockey and dice games.
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Hangman
Hangman is a great way to pass the time with kids --and work on spelling, too!
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Pit
This game was one of my favorites as a kid. A very lively, very fun card game with lots of shouting and card trading -- no reading required. Beware, it can get loud (if your hotel has thin walls!).
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Qwirkle
This game features tiles of different colors and shapes that you have to connect into various patterns. It's a blast to play, and can get competitive (in a fun way).
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Rory's Story Cubes
This creative dice game teaching problem solving and listening skills.
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Uno
Uno is a great card game for the whole family. Kids can play in teams with grown-ups until they get the hang of it and can finally scream uno! on their own.
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