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Do I Need a Travel Crib or Will Hotels Provide One?
Not sure if your hotel will have a crib for your baby or toddler? Here’s how to decide whether to bring a travel crib, what hotels typically offer, and when it’s safe to skip packing one. (2025) | Kidgo Travel
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If you’ve ever stared at your suitcase trying to Tetris in a travel crib alongside a week’s worth of diapers, bottles, and snacks, you’ve probably asked yourself: Do I really need to bring this? Won’t the hotel have one?
The short answer: maybe. The long answer: it depends. But luckily, we’re here to help!
What to Expect from Hotel Cribs
Most hotels offer cribs or pack-and-plays upon request. But in reality, availability can vary by location, and even when they do have them, they may be first-come, first-served, even if you request one in advance. It’s totally possible to show up at a hotel after a long travel day only to hear, “Sorry, we’re out of cribs.” Not fun when you're holding a jet-lagged toddler at 10 p.m. One way to help avoid this is to put it on the reservation notes ahead of time!
Also, quality and cleanliness can vary. Some hotels offer nice, modern pack-and-plays with clean sheets. Others… not so much. If you’re a germ-conscious or safety-conscious parent (which, honestly, most of us are), that might feel like a gamble.
When to Bring Your Own Travel Crib
You’ll probably want to pack your own if:
- You’re staying somewhere without guaranteed baby gear.
- Your child is picky about sleep environments (some kids won’t touch a hotel crib, others conk out anywhere).
- You want the peace of mind knowing exactly what your kid is sleeping in.
If you’re bringing one, my personal favorite is the Guava Family Lotus Travel Crib. It’s lightweight, backpack-style (a lifesaver when your hands are full), and sets up in under a minute.
When You Can Skip Packing It
You might be able to skip packing a crib if:
- You’re staying at a major hotel chain and they have confirmed they’ll have one ready.
- You don’t want to fly with it (it does not fly free) and can rent one instead.
- You’re visiting family or friends who already have a crib or pack-and-play.
- You’re okay with co-sleeping or using a toddler bed alternative for an older child. Some hotels offer toddler bed bumpers or rollaway beds with guards (which Kidgo will tell you!), which can work well for kids over 2.
The TL;DR
It’s one of those annoying “it depends” answers, but here’s what I always do before a trip:
- Use Kidgo’s filters to understand what type of crib, if any, is provided.
- If it’s not guaranteed, or if I just don’t want to risk it, I pack our travel crib.
Sleep is everything when you’re traveling with kids. We hope this helps just a smidge in your next adventure!
