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Why Include Books in Your Hotel Kids' Club?
9 May 2025
A well-designed kids' club is a cornerstone of many luxury hotels, offering enriching, supervised activities that allow children to thrive while parents unwind, guilt-free. But what role do books play in creating an exceptional kids' club experience?
~According to our partner,
Worldwide Kids
—the global leader in family and childcare services for the luxury sector—books are a powerful way to enhance a child’s engagement with their surroundings. They introduce young guests to the local culture, reflect the values at the heart of the resort and offer proven
developmental
benefits through fostering a love of reading
.
Far from being passive entertainment, books ignite imagination, inspire curiosity, and foster a lifelong love of learning.~~In this feature, we explore the value of incorporating curated book collections into kids clubs, and the positive impact they can have on children and their families.
Are you looking to create a kids' collection? Get in touch with us
here.
Crafted by
Worldwide
Kids
to delight young explorers,
KidsOnly
's shipwreck design has been inspired by the islands famous sunken treasure, with a programme of immersive experiences along this theme. Ultimate Library curated a collection of books on sea life, Greek mythology, and timeless classics— sparking the imaginations of young adventurers. Lining the shelves are exquisite Everyman editions of the world’s most beloved children’s stories, their elegant gold spines a glittering nod to the treasures hidden within. These enduring tales invite children to explore universal themes, draw connections between past and present, and journey through a rich landscape of words they might not otherwise encounter.
Play by COMO
is a thoughtfully designed haven for children aged 4 to 12, encouraging purposeful and creative play. Ultimate Library sourced a vibrant, multilingual book collection, with titles in English, Italian, and German. The selection explores nature, wildlife, and emotional well-being—connecting young readers to their environment and inner world. Books like
In My Heart
and
Sitting Still Like a Frog
introduce mindfulness and emotional literacy, while the act of reading itself supports emotional regulation, reduces stress, and nurtures patience and focus—essential skills that form the foundation for effective learning.
Footprints, at the heart of the five-star
Patina Maldives
resort, stays true to Patina’s ethos by placing sustainability at the core—fueling creativity, curiosity, and self-discovery in this experiential space. The collection focusses on marine biology and environmentalism to inspire young readers to explore, understand, and respect the natural world around them. The power of non-fiction in shaping young minds was recently highlighted by the National Literacy Trust, which found a strong connection between non-fiction reading and environmental awareness. In fact, 69.2% of children surveyed said that reading non-fiction made them feel more confident about how to care for the planet.
Cora Cora Maldives’
concept of Freedom Time reaches every corner of the resort, including the CoRa Kids® space, where Ultimate Library designed a collection to inspire a love of reading in every child. Reflecting the resort’s spirit of choice and discovery, the selection ranges from timeless children’s classics to bestselling young adult fiction like
Shadow and Bone
. Whilst older kids embark on exciting adventures, younger readers can explore the ocean’s wonders with titles such as
Atlas of Ocean Adventures
or find comfort in familiar favourites like
The Tiger Who Came to Tea
. Despite being considered a solitary activity, reading nurtures empathy, communication, and social connection—helping young guests build holiday friendships and making the library an integral part of the resort’s enriching, development-focused offerings.
Soneva kids' club, The Den, is an imagination-driven space where children are encouraged to explore, play, and connect with nature—free from screens, in line with the resort’s “No News, No Shoes” philosophy. Alongside the book collection , the
Barefoot Booksellers
and Book Tuk Tuk offer engaging story sessions and activities that bring the titles to life. Author visits further enrich the experience, earning The Den a reputation as one of the world’s top resort kids clubs.
Books have the power to elevate every aspect of a guest’s stay—no matter their age. Whether you're designing a new space or refreshing an existing one, we'd love to hear how we can support. Get in touch
here
.
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