Which Marriott would you recommend for family with young kids?

[Momto3cuties]

We are planning an early February 2012 trip and have 3 young kids - 7,4, and 2. We also have a zillion Marriott points, so would prefer to stay at a Marriott property.

I have looked at the vacation clubs and Harbour Lake looks like fun for the kids, but I can't say the rooms thrilled me. The Grande Vista only had a 2 bedroom lock out available with points and I don't think that would work with the kids. All the "Palms" were available as was Cypress Harbour. No luck with the newer Lakeshore.

I guess one of my big questions is will the kids swim in February? Will the weather be warm enough? We do plan to be at the parks mostly, but will certainly take a day or two to just relax. I want the kids to have something to do at the resort on those days.

I am leaning towards Cypress or Harbour Lake. Anyone have thoughts on which would be best for us?

 

[jeff968]

We have stayed at the resorts you are considering. If i were you I would stay at harbor lake (former horizons, look for my full review from when we were there) based on the age of your kids. They will love it. The rooms are similar to other marriotts except no spa tub. Our favorite is Cypress Harbor but my kids are older and the resort is slightly larger and more spread out.