Books About Weekend Getaways

The Best Weekend Getaways Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about weekend getaways? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Weekend Getaways

Midnight at the Barclay Hotel
Sale price
$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Midnight at the Barclay Hotel

By Fleur Bradley, Xavier Bonet (Illustrator)

A weekend getaway turns into a murder mystery. Can JJ clear his mom's name?

320 pages· 39,097 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 1,930 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: JJ Jacobson's weekend at the Barclay Hotel spirals into chaos when his mom is accused of murder. With new friends Penny and Emma, JJ must unravel the mystery, find the real killer, and maybe encounter a ghost. Can they solve the case before checkout?
Death by Candlelight
Sale price
$333
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 1995

Death by Candlelight

By Marie Jacks · Book #11 in the Clue series

Can six friends solve ten mini-mysteries before time runs out?

107 pages· 17,002 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 145 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Mr. Boddy's weekend gathering spirals into chaos as his six friends confront a series of ten perplexing mysteries. Can they unravel the truth before it's too late? Each puzzle brings them closer to danger and discovery.
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