This compound of castles is a popular family destination for its sheer amount of kid-friendly amenities. "Castle Kid" activities include tales of pirates and ghosts of Assateague Island told by Captain J. one night a week in summer, and Lady Sunshine is on hand to pamper young princesses. All rooms are basic, with pastel walls and random, motel-esque furniture. But all are oceanfront, looking...
A good choice for families who don't want to break the bank, this modern hotel with a castlelike exterior is set on the beach at 37th Street, about 10 blocks from the boardwalk. Standard rooms have the usual amenities; for something bigger, check into a condo or one of the quaint apartments in 36 beach cottages. Two-bed, two-bathroom condos go for about $1,200 a week; apartments run a little...