3 Of the Best Family Friendly Hotels in London

Picking where to stay on a family holiday can be a make-or-break decision as you want to do everything possible to ensure your family is happy and safe at the end of an exciting day experiencing all that London has to offer.

What's more, it’s logistically beneficial to choose a hotel that has good transport links nearby. This allows you to stay out at events later without worrying about getting back in time for your children's bedtime.

You should also check the crime levels in the area surrounding your hotel and avoid areas that have higher-than-average crime rates.

Additionally checking reviews for hotels on websites such as Tripadvisor will help give you an idea of other guests' experiences staying at that hotel, giving you a context into what to expect yourself from staying there.

Within this guide, I will reveal the best family hotel you can stay in across three price bands. Including budget, mid-range and luxury family-friendly hotels.

Premier Inn London Bank (Tower) Hotel

In terms of location, this room towers over many other hotels in London, situated less than a 10-minute walk from the infamous Tower of London. Making this hotel extremely accessible from every corner of London. With Premier Inn you get sizable rooms giving each member of the family ample room to spread out.

Each room consists of comfortable Hypnos beds for added comfort, children under 16 stay free and get free breakfast! What's more, each child gets their own goodie bag containing sweets, crayons and colouring sheets.

If you are taking your children here during a weekend or during school holidays there is a chance you may encounter staff members dressed up in costumes such as Disney characters. Just make sure that you check in advance if there are any events coming up. 

Best Mid Range Family Friendly Hotel

Park Plaza County Hall

Imagine waking up and seeing Big Ben out of your bedroom window. This can be a reality at the Park Plaza Country Hall which is situated just a stone's throw away from Westminster Tube station, giving you easy access to all that London has to offer.

You can also get rooms that have interconnecting rooms, allowing your children to go to sleep in a dark connecting room whilst you leave the lights on in your room to read or watch TV. When you check in with your younger children they will receive a goodie bag which includes colouring pencils and a colouring book, along with Park Plaza children’s money-off vouchers to spend on food and drink in the hotel restaurant food outlets.

These include Brasserie Joël which includes numerous options perfect for kids including fish fingers & french fries, a beef burger with fries, spaghetti and meatballs and a mac and cheese dish. If there are younger children who tend to be messy at mealtime don’t forget to bring coverall bibs to help reduce mess at mealtime.  Rest assured that this restaurant has won two AA rosettes which almost guarantees a tasty dish.

If you fancy something during the day illycaffè situated within Park Plaza Country Hall has got you covered with a tantalising range of hot and cold sandwiches, along with a range of cakes and pastries and of course hot drinks!  

Best Luxury Family Friendly Hotel

Shangri-La At The Shard

Ever climbed a tall hill and lost yourself in the view from below? Don’t worry we aren't suggesting a tall hill as our best luxury family-friendly hotel, but we are suggesting a tall skyscraper which provides awe-inspiring views across London. But unlike staying on a tall hill, you don’t need to climb to the top, as a lift takes just 26 seconds to get to the 34 floor which the Shangri-La occupies up to the 42nd floor, according to CN Traveller.

Each of the rooms within the hotel is around the same size but is priced depending on the quality of the view of London, with rooms with better views demanding higher prices.

Shangri-La offers an impressive range of activities for young children including buds by Shangri-La which is an interactive playspace that encourages learning through play. Additionally, there is a children's water playground and pool called Splash, along with a treasure hunt and cooking classes designed for children 4 years and above.

London has a wealth of family-friendly hotels to suit every budget, choosing one to match your circumstances has never been easier. Allowing you to spend more time enjoying yourself and less time stressing.