What did we look for when we made our picks? There are a few things to look for when you go online to plan your holidays. First and foremost, we thought about location. The little ones can get tired of traveling around town, so it’s best to find a hotel that’s close to the attractions or activities you’ll be visiting. Secondly, we had a look at the amenities on offer at the hotel, ensuring that they are child friendly. Lastly, we perused all the fun extras and actives to ensure your kids have an enjoyable and memorable holiday. Think extras like: restaurant menus with child-friendly options, plenty of activities on offer to keep the kids occupied, and babysitting services (if you’re planning on sneaking in an evening or two for the adults). Here are our top picks, both in the UK and abroad:

Luxury Family Hotels - England, UK
https://www.luxuryfamilyhotels.co.uk/

This is a hotel group that focuses on family-friendly getaways in the British countryside. From lodges in New Forest to a Victorian mansion on the seaside in Cornwall, all of Luxury Family Hotels’ escapes are quaint and true getaways for the adults and little ones alike. These hotels arrange bike rides, leaf-printing, scavenger hunts, and child-friendly exercise classes. That means you’ll hardly have to do any extra planning to keep the little ones occupied.

Seaside Finolhu - Finolhu, Maldives
https://www.finolhu.com/

Keen to travel a bit further afield for this year’s summer holiday? If your kids are a little older and don’t mind a long-haul flight, then Sea Finolhu in the Maldives is truly postcard-worthy. From white sand beaches to snorkelling adventures, it’s a holiday for families who love the ocean. This hotel has all the activities to appease the kids, like an inflatable waterpark and a club with water sports and crafts.