Want to know where to stay in the United Kingdom with kids? Take a look at our guide to the best family-friendly hotels in the UK. From kid’s clubs to special free gifts and child-friendly restaurants, these hotels have all that you need to keep the little ones happy.
Legoland Windsor Resort
Winkfield Road, SL4 4AY Windsor, UK.
This remarkable hotel, in the middle of the Legoland Windsor amusement park, keeps a kid-friendly theme throughout its rooms. Beautifully decorated family rooms, themed with pirates, pharaohs and more, offer separate sleeping areas for kids and adults. There are rides, attractions and live shows to enjoy – truly a holiday you’ll never forget.
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LEGOLAND Resort Hotel
Chessington Hotel
Leatherhead Road, KT9 2NE Chessington, UK
Chessington World of Adventures is one of the UK’s best theme parks for younger children, boasting family-friendly rides, a safari zone and live shows. The Chessington Hotel includes an indoor pool and a separate kid’s splash pool, while grown-ups can enjoy the sauna and steam room. The restaurant offers magical views over the nearby animal reserve.
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Family room at the Chessington Hotel
Drayton Manor Hotel
Drayton Manor, Tamworth, B78 3TW Tamworth, UK.
The amusement park at Drayton Manor has something for everyone, with jaw-dropping rollercoasters for big kids and a Thomas the Tank Engine-themed land for the little ones. The Thomas theme extends to some of the rooms in this hotel, while others have simpler decor. The hotel has a children’s playground and offers free entertainment for kids on weekends and during the school holidays.
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Drayton Manor Theme Park
Woolley Grange Hotel
Woolley Green, BA15 1TX Bradford on Avon, UK.
This country hotel is great for rural fun. Chickens and pigs roam around the grounds, and kids can enjoy getting lost in the on-site maze. The outdoor pool is great for cooling off in summer, while the indoor pool is open all year round and comes with a spa for parents to relax.
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Twin room at the Woolley Grange Hotel
The Ickworth Hotel
Horringer, IP29 5QE Bury St Edmunds, UK.
This is a luxury hotel that will leave the whole family happy. Set on an enormous stretch of National Trust parkland, the hotel has plenty of outdoor activities, including nature walks, tennis, cycling and swimming. There’s a fairy garden and adventure playground for kids, and guests can enjoy 90 minutes of free childcare a day.
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Double room at the Ickworth Hotel
Lakeside Hotel & Spa
Lake Windermere, Newby Bridge, LA12 8AT Newby Bridge, UK.
This picture-perfect hotel makes a great base for exploring the Lake District as a family. Enjoy a boat trip on Lake Windermere, or head to the nearby Beatrix Potter World to see Peter Rabbit and friends come to life. The hotel has a swimming pool and spa, as well as family rooms that sleep up to two adults and three kids. Children’s menus are available in the restaurant.
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Lake Windermere view room at the Lakeside Hotel and Spa
Auchrannie Resort
1 Auchrannie Road, KA27 8BZ Brodick, UK.
The peaceful Isle of Arran, off the coast of Scotland, is a wonderful place to get away from it all. While adults will love the hotel’s three exceptional restaurants and a superb spa, kids can enjoy the soft-play barn and children’s pool. Rent bikes to explore the island, or take advantage of the sporting facilities for a game of basketball or badminton.
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Auchrannie Resort
Peebles Hydro
Innerleithen Road, EH45 8LX Peebles, UK.
In the Scottish border town of Peebles, this historic hotel has a charming, old-fashioned indoor swimming pool. Relax in the spa while the children enjoy the kid’s club, or go for a family ramble in the surrounding forest. Visit in summer for a full programme of kid’s activities, including evening entertainment.
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Indoor swimming pool at the Peebles Hydro Hotel
Crieff Hydro
Ferntower Road, PH7 3LQ Crieff, UK.
This Scottish manor hotel has been a destination spa since the Victorian era. Adults still flock here for the chance to relax – but there’s no need to leave the kids at home. Childcare will keep youngsters entertained with activities like horse riding, watersports, swimming and tennis. Later, the whole family can head to explore the marvellous, enormous wooden play fort.
Twin room at the Crieff Hydro Hotel
Fife Arms
The Square, AB53 4AE Turriff, UK.
Don’t let the simple exterior of this hotel deceive you. Inside, you’ll find all that you need for an unforgettable family holiday on the Scottish moorlands. Collect an enormous picnic basket packed with homemade treats and pick up one of the activity sheets offering scavenger hunts or nature trails. When you get back in the evening, enjoy a game of table football in the common room.
Tea room at the Fife Arms hotel
Celtic Manor Resort
Coldra Woods, NP18 1HQ Newport, UK.
While adults will love the championship golf courses at this luxury Welsh hotel, kids will have plenty to keep them entertained. There are two adventure golf courses, as well as a treetop adventure course for daring youngsters. While the grown-ups chill out in the luxury spa, youngsters can head to the kid’s club to try archery, tennis and more.
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Twin room at the Celtic Manor Resort
Trefeddian Hotel
Aberdovey Aberdyfi, LL35 0SB Wales, UK.
This family-run hotel has a wild beach vibe, not like traditional seaside accommodation. Kids can try a whole wealth of activities, including pony trekking, tennis, watersports, golf, and even catching crabs in nearby rock pools. Children have the chance to dine early, so parents can enjoy a quiet and stress-free meal.
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Twin room at the Trefeddian Hotel
Palé Hall
Llandderfel, LL23 7PS Bala, UK.
Within the grounds of this stately Welsh home, there are four Shetland ponies for kids to meet and make friends with. Family rooms are available, and the library has a selection of board games. The hotel is on the edge of the beautiful Snowdonia National Park, ideal for families who want to go for long country walks or try some fun outdoor sports.
Room with view of Snowdonia National Park at the Palé Hall Hotel
Ballygally Castle
Coast Road, BT40 2QZ Ballygally, UK.
What child doesn’t dream of staying in a real castle? You can let their imaginations run wild in this Northern Irish hotel, which is surrounded by majestic landscapes. The neighbouring Carnfunnock Country Park has a spectacular adventure playground for the kids, as well as a miniature railway. The hotel offers an exciting afternoon tea with a Game of Thrones theme every day.
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Ballygally Castle Hotel
Bedruthan Hotel & Spa
Mawgan Porth Cornwall, TR8 4BU Newquay, UK.
Cornwall is one of the UK’s top family destinations, and this cliffside hotel will make your stay truly magical. There are three outdoor pools, along with separate play areas for toddlers and older kids. Croquet and giant Jenga will keep youngsters happy while the adults disappear into the spa, and there are also a number of beach activities available to try.
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Wild Café overlooking the cliffs at the Bedruthan Hotel & Spa
