The very best hotels for families in London: staycay heaven with kids in tow

While you may be dreaming of sunny Croatia, adventures in Thailand, or a visit to gorgeous Malta, we’ve been turning our mind to keeping it closer to home and exploring London town with the fam in tow. And do you know what tops off the most fun London adventures? A night or two in one of the best hotels for families in London, is what! Here are the ones we love when it comes to a fab staycay in all pockets of England’s capital city.

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Best hotels for families in London, United Kingdom

1. Meliá White House | Regent’s Park

Address: Albany St, Regent’s Park, London NW1
Price: From £220 per night
Standout family features: Kids check-in experience, free stay for under 4s, spacious family rooms
Best for: Families wanting proximity to Regent’s Park & London Zoo

Just a stone’s throw from Regent’s Park (and therefore London Zoo and Madame Tussauds), the location of Meliá White House is spot on for London fun with the fam. This hotel also offers spacious family rooms and a free stay for kids up to four years. Yep, we’ll repeat that, FREE stays for little ones!

Kids will love being treated like royalty with their own check-in area, where they’ll be bestowed with presents while parents are filled in on the special amenities by Kids & Co by Meliá. Guaranteed hit.

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2. Brown’s Hotel | Mayfair

Address: 33 Albemarle Street, Mayfair, London W1S 4BP, UK
Starting price: From £750 per night
Standout family features: Play tents, personalised bedding, kids’ concierge-style service
Best for: Luxury family stays with younger children

Part of the Rocco Forte Hotel Group, the grand interconnecting suites are ideal for families looking for a luxury staycation in London, and little ones will be bowled over by the hotel’s rather charming personalised service. Think play tents, toys, a kid’s menu, your child’s fave snacks, picture books, embroidered sheets featuring princesses or pirates, plus biscuits with your child’s name on them waiting for their arrival.

There are so many small but meaningful touches when it comes to this hotel with a big heart that we just know you can’t go wrong at this spot for a special getaway. And can we just take a moment to tell you, parents, that there is a decadent spa on site too… just sayin’!

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3. The Goring | Belgravia

Address: 15 Beeston Place, London SW1W 0JW, UK
Starting price: From £599 per night
Standout family features: Dressing-up box, bedtime library, VIP kids welcome packs
Best for: Classic British luxury with family heritage

When it comes to the best hotels for families in London, you can’t beat The Goring! Run by the Goring family for four generations, this hotel has always welcomed families with open arms, so it’s no surprise that it has plenty of family rooms and interconnecting rooms.

All smaller guests staying here are given exclusive V.I.(little).P. treatment and a welcome pack to make sure their stay is five-star all the way. And we know what that means, don’t we? Happy kids = happy parents! Don’t forget to check out The Goring’s Dressing Up Box and Bedtime Story Library to up the home-away-from-home ante!

The Goring also makes our list of the best boutique hotels in London.

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4. New Road Hotel | Whitechapel

Address: 103–107 New Road, Whitechapel, London E1 1HJ, UK
Starting price: From £180 per night
Standout family features: Game rooms, parkour maps, social spaces
Best for: Families with teens / older kids

If it’s the trendy east side of London you’re keen to stay in, then New Road Hotel is our family-friendly pick for hotels in this cool ‘hood. Housed in a former textile factory in Whitechapel, this unique, boutique hotel is inspired by the New York metropolis and boasts a signature restaurant by acclaimed chef Marco Pierre White, a fitness studio, free WiFi throughout the property, and several social zones where you’ll find live music, pool, a games zone and a library.

Got a Parkour fan in the fam? Then make sure you pick up one of the hotel’s own Parkour maps, which covers the urban spaces of the E1 area.

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5. The Beaumont Hotel | Mayfair

Address: 8 Balderton Street, Brown Hart Gardens, Mayfair, London W1K 6TF, UK
Starting price: From £650 per night
Standout family features: Kids’ robes, teddy bears, curated activities
Best for: Stylish luxury family trips

If you want a touch of elegance with your next family vacay in London, then take a look at The Beaumont Hotel. Recently refreshed by designer Thierry Despont, expect oodles of old-world charm at this Mayfair icon.  Children can expect mini robes, eponymous teddies, and bespoke activities, while adults will enjoy indulging at the spa and divine eateries.

Read our full review of The Beaumont Hotel.

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6. Holiday Inn® London Bloomsbury | Camden

Address: Coram Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1N 1HT, UK
Starting price: ~£150 per night
Standout family features: Kids stay & eat free, family rooms for four
Best for: Budget-friendly central stays near museums

Handily located just a minute from Russell Square, Holiday Inn® London Bloomsbury ensures that families are fully taken care of, and at a very appealing price point. Here, kids 17 and under stay free, and children under 12 get to eat for free during your stay, meaning you can invest more in fun memories for the fam.

Having undergone a recent refurbishment, the comfortable rooms here easily fit four, plus there’s the option of connecting rooms for older kids. Tuck into a hearty buffet breakfast before heading out to a museum or a show.

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7. DoubleTree by Hilton London Victoria | Victoria

Address: 2 Bridge Place, Victoria, London SW1V 1QA, UK
Starting price: From £220 per night
Standout family features: Free stays for kids, themed rooms, welcome gifts
Best for: Families needing excellent transport access

Families will love the ease of staying at DoubleTree by Hilton London Victoria, which sits just a two-minute walk from Victoria Station. From this location, you can walk to attractions like Buckingham Palace and Westminster, or easily hop on the tube or bus to explore the city.

Inside the hotel, there is a selection of family and connecting rooms, and children up to 18 stay free when sharing a room with a paying adult on a room-only rate. Each family will be contacted in advance of their stay to check in about potential requests, with the hotel offering baby care items and the opportunity to decorate beds in special themes.

All kids up to 12 years old receive a gift on check-in, while kids aged five and under eat for free at breakfast time. There are also special children’s menus at Terminus restaurant, promising something for all taste buds.

Read our full review of DoubleTree by Hilton London Victoria.

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8. The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences | Mayfair

Address: 116 Piccadilly, Mayfair, London W1J 7BJ, UK
Starting price: From £399 per night
Standout family features: Serviced residences with kitchens, bunk beds, interconnecting rooms, kids’ activity packs
Best for: Families wanting apartment-style luxury in central London

Not only does the luxe Athenaeum in Mayfair have a plethora of gorgeous rooms and suites suitable for families, but this hotel takes its tailor-made, child-friendly services to the next level with its own Children’s Concierge!

Whether it’s arranging a kite-flying session in Hyde Park, booking theatre tix, getting the exact milk and biscuits your little one likes at bedtime on standby, or using one of its nannies while you treat yourself to date night, nothing is too much trouble when it comes to families staying at this gem of a London hotel.

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9. Park Plaza London Riverbank | Embankment

Address: 18 Albert Embankment, Vauxhall, London SE1 7TJ, UK
Starting price: From £159 per night
Standout family features: Family suites with bunk beds, indoor pool, river views, large rooms
Best for: Families who want space + facilities at a mid-range price

For those wanting to explore the Southbank and beyond, Park Plaza London Riverbank is beloved by families, and for good reason. Expect goodie bags on check-in, thoughtfully designed rooms and suites for all ages, and plenty of kid-friendly food options.

To take things up a notch, book the Ultimate Family Suite, a space designed by families for families. Chalkboard walls will keep the littlies busy for hours, plus the in-shower radio, treat trolley (for both young and old), and selection of games are sure to delight. Our favourite part though, is the Personal Concierge who will help arrange your outings and who knows all the best child-friendly happenings in town.

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10. Novotel London Tower Bridge | City of London

Address: 10 Pepys Street, London EC3N 2NR, UK
Starting price: From £180 per night 
Standout family features: Family rooms, kids stay free policies, play areas, central location near Tower of London
Best for: Value-focused families who want a central, well-connected base

If you’re looking for comfy digs in a fab location that won’t put too huge a kid-shaped hole in your wallet, then Novotel London Tower Bridge fits the bill. Its standard rooms and suites accommodate up to four people, so plenty of room for tuckered-out kids at the end of a busy day. There’s also a Sauna and Hammam to relax in, which we reckon totally seals the staycay deal.

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11. The Ampersand Hotel | South Kensington

Address: 10 Harrington Road, South Kensington, London SW7 3ER, UK
Starting price: From £350 per night
Standout family features: Science-themed rooms, family suites, proximity to Natural History & Science Museums
Best for: Families with younger children and museum-focused trips

Home of the not-to-be-missed Science Afternoon Tea and also smack-bang in the middle of London’s Museum Mile, The Ampersand Hotel is a top-notch pick for a family hotel in town. Kids will love the games room, jam-packed with board games and books, plus with a full-sized ping pong table, there’s the chance for a bit of friendly family competition too.

Book a deluxe studio, interconnecting room or a suite for a perfect London getaway that the whole family will be thrilled with.

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Birch Selsdon (Now closed)

Around 45 minutes from central London, the recently-opened Birch Selsdon awaits, promising an unforgettable stay for young and old. Part of the beloved Birch Community, guests here can expect a wilderness to explore thanks to the 200 acres of rolling green space.

There’s a pottery studio, an arcade room, arts and crafts workshops galore, plus they are opening a Lido very soon. Two restaurants and bars will keep the troops fed and watered, plus the design is a veritable feast for the eyes.

Read our full review on Birch, Selsdon.

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