• Weymouth, Massachusetts was founded in 1635 and maintained a town-meeting form of government for the next 365 years until it was incorporated as a city in 1999. Today it is a place rich with American history with landmarks such as the birthplace of Abigail Adams and old trading and fishing posts. Visitors passing through will find plenty of hotels that cater to families.
  
  

Clarion Nantasket Beach Resort

• The Clarion Nantasket Beach Resort is 8 miles northeast of Weymouth in Hull. It is a full service oceanfront resort hotel that offers spectacular views and surroundings. The Clarion is near several recreational activities like Wompatuck State Park and Hingham Harbor for fishing. Nearby attractions are the Boston Lighthouses and Plimoth Plantation, a 17th-century English village where costumed actors portray life in colonial Plymouth. Family-friendly amenities at the Clarion include the Sand Dollar Spa with treatments for men, women and children, and an indoor pool and fitness center. Rooms are spacious and feature fireplaces and views of the ocean. There is a family-style restaurant on the premises and the hotel suggests The Red Parrot and Saperito's.
  
  Clarion Nantasket Beach Resort Hotel and Spa
  
  45 Hull Shore Drive
  
  Hull, MA 02045
  
  781-925-4500
  
  clarionhotel.com
  
  

Country Inn & Suites

• Country Inn & Suites is in nearby Brockton, Massachusetts, just 18 miles away. For families that need room to spread out there are suites with separate seating areas and a pull-out sofa bed. Activities on the premises include a swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center and a lending library. Families can enjoy a free continental breakfast before the day's adventure. Nearby attractions recommended by the hotel are the Brockton Symphony Orchestra and the Fuller Craft Museum which offers free admission on Wednesday evenings. There are 17 restaurants close by and a popular menu item unique to the area is scrod--young cod, according to fishermen--haddock or pollock. The hotel is also just a short drive to Boston's metro area and Fenway Park.
  
  Country Inn & Suites By Carlson
  
  50 Christy's Drive
  
  Brockton MA 02301
  
  508-559-0099
  
  countryinns.com
  
  

Westgate Hotel and Conference Center

• The Westgate Hotel in Brockton offers family-friendly amenities like a swimming pool, hot tub, fitness room and kids stay for free. Accommodations include wireless Internet and room service. Families can enjoy free breakfast and shuttle service to certain destinations. There are guest laundry services and an on-site restaurant. The Old Country Buffet and The Texas Roadhouse are nearby dining choices. Family-friendly activities in the area include the Easton Children's Museum and the New England Aquarium.
  
  Westgate Hotel and Conference Center
  
  195 Westgate Drive
  
  Brockton, MA 02301
  
  877-747-8713
  
  magnusonhotels.com