Bluegreen Vacations Parkside Williamsburg, an Ascend Collection Resort
Standalone homes with a game room near Busch Gardens
About this hotel
Standalone homes and apartments, rather than standard hotel rooms, define this resort — think a proper living room, a full kitchen and separate bedrooms, all under one roof for the family. It sits seven minutes by taxi from Busch Gardens Williamsburg, making the theme-park side of the trip an easy add-on. The on-site game room gives kids an indoor activity option beyond the pool, useful on a hot afternoon or a rest day, and the gym covers a parent's workout without leaving the property. Free parking and free Wi-Fi are included at this 5-star-rated resort. It closes on space and self-sufficiency: this is the pick for a family that wants a home base, not just a room.
- Standalone homes
- Game room
- Gym
- Full kitchens
Our take
A strong choice for larger families or groups who want real separate living space and don't mind paying a premium for it. The game room is a genuine draw for kids on a downtime day. It's less suited to a couple traveling without children, who won't use most of the space.
- ✓Book a standalone home rather than an apartment unit if traveling with three or more family members.
- ✓Use the game room on a rest day between water-park visits to keep kids entertained on site.
- ✓Stock the kitchen early in your stay to make the most of the full self-catering setup.
Why we love it
- Standalone homes with full kitchens
- On-site game room for kids
- Seven-minute taxi to Busch Gardens
- 5-star-rated resort standard
Why guests love itHaving an entire home to ourselves, rather than a single hotel room, was a genuine upgrade for our week with three kids — we spread out, cooked half our meals, and nobody was tripping over anyone else's stuff. The game room became the go-to spot on our one rainy afternoon. Seven minutes to Busch Gardens meant the theme-park day was easy to add on. This felt like the most spacious option we found in the area.