Best Family Hotels in London for 2025
Updated 9 July 2026 · 60 real hotels
London offers a strong range of family-friendly hotels across neighbourhoods like Hoxton, Canary Wharf, the City and Kensington, all within reach of major attractions. Prioritise location relative to the sights you plan to visit and look for hotels offering larger room formats or apartment-style accommodation. Options on this list start from around 141 euros per night and carry guest ratings of 4.6 or above.
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Choosing the right base for a family stay in London comes down to three things: proximity to the attractions on your itinerary, enough space to sleep and store luggage comfortably, and straightforward transport links to keep daily travel manageable. London is a large city, so picking a hotel in the right area saves significant time and reduces stress, especially with younger children.
The hotels below cover several distinct parts of the city. Canary Wharf properties such as Locke London Canary Wharf and Vertus Edit Canary Wharf offer apartment-style layouts with kitchen facilities, which suit families who want the flexibility of self-catering. The City of London cluster, including Apex City of London Hotel, Apex Temple Court Hotel and citizenM Tower of London, puts families within walking distance of Tower Bridge, the Tower of London and the Thames riverside. Hoxton, Kensington and Bloomsbury each offer their own character and access to museums, parks and transport hubs, giving families a variety of atmospheres to choose from.
Our selection in Londres
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY) ★★ | Soho | ★ 4.4 | 228 €/nuit |
| Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington ★★★★ | Londres | ★ 3.9 | 239 €/nuit |
| ibis London Earls Court ★★★ | Londres | ★ 4.3 | 240 €/nuit |
| Tribe London Canary Wharf ★★★★ | Canary Wharf | ★ 4.6 | 253 €/nuit |
| Novotel London West ★★★★ | Londres | ★ 4.2 | 264 €/nuit |
| Millennium Hotel and Conference Centre Gloucester London ★★★★ | Londres | ★ 4.3 | 268 €/nuit |
| Marlin Waterloo ★★★★ | Londres | ★ 4.5 | 270 €/nuit |
| Novotel London Canary Wharf Hotel ★★★★ | Londres | ★ 4.4 | 270 €/nuit |
| Ashburn Hotel ★★★★ | Londres | ★ 4.4 | 270 €/nuit |
| Marrable's Farringdon Hotel ★★★★ | Londres | ★ 4.5 | 271 €/nuit |
Our hotel profiles in Londres
ibis London Heathrow Airport★★★ · €75
Sunday London Paddington Hotel★★★★ · €159
Hilton London Olympia★★★★ · €204
Strand Palace Hotel★★★★ · €503
DoubleTree by Hilton London - Ealing Hotel★★★★ · €228
Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster★★★★ · €374
Wimbledon Hotel★★★ · €119
Miiro Templeton Garden★★★★ · €364
Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel by IHG★★★★ · €217
Hilton London Kensington★★★★ · €160
Bedford Hotel★★★★ · €281
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf★★★★ · €192
DoubleTree by Hilton London Angel Kings Cross★★★★ · €247
The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington★★★★ · €392
The J Hyde Park Hotel★★ · €97
Goodwood Hotel★★ · €87
The Captain Cook Hotel★★★ · €96
St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London★★★★ · €411
Star Hotel★★ · €147
ibis London Excel Docklands★★★ · €105
Novotel London ExCeL★★★★ · €155
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London★★★★★ · €1,207
Bob W London Hyde Park★★★ · €199
Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens★★★★ · €305
Frequently asked questions
Which area of London is most practical for families visiting key attractions?+
The City of London is a strong choice for families focused on landmarks such as the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and the Thames Path. Hotels like Apex City of London Hotel and citizenM Tower of London are positioned here. Families planning to visit the Natural History Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum or Hyde Park will find Kensington more convenient, with The Kensington Hideaway located in that neighbourhood. Bloomsbury suits families heading to the British Museum, and the Hoxton area provides easy underground access to much of central London.
Are there hotels on this list with apartment-style or kitchen-equipped rooms?+
Yes. Locke London Canary Wharf and Vertus Edit Canary Wharf, both in the Canary Wharf district, offer accommodation formats that include kitchen or kitchenette facilities, making them practical options for families who want to prepare some of their own meals. This can help manage costs over a multi-night stay and provides more flexibility around mealtimes with children.
What is the price range for family hotels in London on this list?+
Nightly rates on this selection range from approximately 141 euros at Vertus Edit Canary Wharf to 406 euros at The Bloomsbury. Mid-range options such as citizenM Tower of London at around 161 euros and Locke London Canary Wharf at around 144 euros offer rated accommodation at more accessible price points. All properties listed carry guest ratings of 4.6 out of 5 or higher, reflecting consistently positive guest experiences.
Is Canary Wharf a convenient base for a family visiting central London attractions?+
Canary Wharf is well connected to central London via the Jubilee line and the Elizabeth line, making travel into the city centre straightforward. Journey times to key stops such as Westminster or Bond Street are generally under 30 minutes by tube. The area itself is spacious and pedestrian-friendly, with riverside walks and open plazas that are easy to navigate with a pushchair or young children. Locke London Canary Wharf and Vertus Edit Canary Wharf both sit in this district and offer good value relative to comparable hotels in central postcodes.







