The concept
We were very happy to be tasked with creating the first ever kids club at the Columbus Monte Carlo Hotel
Le Planning
Planning such a concept takes a lot of time and many discussions took place between us and the hotel's marketing team. The idea was to offer a very fun kids club during the summer months, a place where children would have fun, play, eat so it would be a time for parents to relax!
The key element was to create a children's club that wasn't filled with plastic toys, in order to create a much more aesthetically pleasing play area for children that aligns with the environment of Columbus - the beautiful sea! A large hotel suite was to be transformed into this space and a balcony turned into an outdoor play area... completed with beach toys to enhance the seaside theme. Les Petits only offers high-quality sustainable brands and also provides an interior decoration service, so the combination was perfect!
The main backdrop of the space is a stunning Munks & Me Under the Sea mural. Since we couldn't wallpaper the entire room, we had to get creative.
All the toys and decor were chosen based on the colors of the mural - very cool sea blue, aquamarine and turquoise tones were mixed with splashes of sand and some sparkling accessories of course.
A huge Toddlekind Modular Nordic Clay play mat has been chosen as the floor play area - a very beautiful non-toxic play mat that, above all, does not look like a play mat.
Once the key items are chosen, the fun begins with the toys and decor.
L'Installation
The installation of the room took place a few weeks before the launch of the children's club.
First, there was the Under the Sea Mural. Munks & Me murals come in panels, labeled A-E, making hanging and setting up a breeze.
Once they were laid down, we were able to install the Toddlekind play mat. It comes in squares and is modular, which means you can add or remove pieces as much as you like to create a play mat that fits your space perfectly!
Next comes the Tipi Tent from Kid's Concept, followed by the sea-themed plush toys from Meri Meri. Who wouldn't love to see Cosmo the Giant Octopus hiding in his tipi tent or Louie the Turtle playing on his Wobbel board?
Play Areas
The key to fun and constructive play for children is to create dedicated "play zones" in a playroom.
As part of the children's club, we have created distinct areas: an Active Play area, with a Ball Pit, a Rocking Horse, and a Balance Board Wobbel.
We then created a reading and relaxation area, ideal for children who want to relax.
A role-playing area with the Wooden Kitchen from Kid's Concept, the Educational Dolls from Miniland, and the Pram from Kid's Concept.
Outdoor space
We did not fail to give a nod to the Monte-Carlo Grand Prix by including the Grand Prix Flexible Automobile Circuit from Way to Play Toys. Candylab cars - wooden cars with a very kitschy vintage Americana style - are perfect for racing around the track.
As it was summer and the theme was sea, we needed to create a beach area on the outside balcony. It's amazing how much a small space can be transformed by the addition of faux grass and decorative seaweed.
Liewood's beach toys created the perfect atmosphere, with the Striped Blue Inflatable Pool filled with sand - essential for building sandcastles with the Liewood Sea Creature Beach Set. You'll also find beach games, including the Ring Toss Game and the Wooden Mini Golf Set.
Costumes
No playroom or kids' club is complete without a dress-up area!
Do you want to become a superhero for the day with the Meri Meri Superhero Set or do you prefer to swim under the sea with the Meri Meri Costume or the Meri Meri Shark Costume?
Wings, rather fairy wings or dragon wings? They are perfect for children who want to transform quickly. We love the Dragon Wings from Fabelab and the Glitter Fairy Wings from Mimi & Lula.
Columbus Hotel Kids club Reservation and details
The Columbus kids club is back this year for July and August, with space available for little ones outside the hotel (preference will be given to hotel guests).
You can book a full day, full of games and activities with a delicious lunch also served.
For reservations and more details, contact resa@columbus.mc or +377 92 05 92 22.
