Family Friendly Places To Stay in Bath

Bath is a wonderful city to bring the whole family. The compact city centre and various parks and gardens make it an ideal relaxed city break for all ages.

From children's audio guides and costumed characters at the No.1 Royal Crescent and Roman Baths to seasonal trails at Westonbirt and animal encounters at Longleat and Avon Valley Adventure Park, you'll find plenty of family-friendly things to do in Bath and the surrounding area.

Many of the city's hotels, guesthouses, bed and breakfasts and self-catering properties offer special touches to ensure the perfect stay for the whole family. These could include larger family rooms or adjoining rooms, or on-site activities such as swimming pools and child-friendly activities. Many also have kids menus and other facilities to make your little ones as comfortable as possible.

No.15 by Guesthouse can put a mini tipi in your room for little ones to enjoy - they'll enjoy the snacks pantry and decorative dollhouses in each room too! Hotels such as Hampton by Hilton Bath City and Apex City of Bath have family rooms so you can all stay together.

The Bath Priory Hotel has four acres of beautiful, family-friendly gardens perfect for enjoying picnics on the lawn and playing garden games. Comfortable family rooms and suites ensure everyone has a good night’s sleep.

There are several campsites within easy reach of the city if you're looking for a rural getaway, with Farrington's Family Glamping, Avon Valley Camping and Mendip Basecamp both offering plenty of fun activities for children.

Stays at the Wookey Hole Hotel and Mendip View Lodges include entry to the nearby Wookey Hole Caves and attractions in the price!

Families can make use of The Hideaway at Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa, which offers activities for all ages. You’ll also find a crafts room, games room, wet playroom, role-play room and quiet area for story time. Enjoy a warm welcome and award-winning children's facilities at Woolley Grange Hotel, including the Woolley Bears Den, an Ofsted-registered crèche.

You’ll never be short of ways to keep the kids entertained at Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort, with a range of games, swim sessions, flexible mealtimes and access to Bowood House & Gardens during the open season, all included in the price of your stay.

If you need a bit more room, we also have a broad range of self catering properties, including beautiful holiday cottages just outside Bath if you want to enjoy the best of the city and countryside in one trip.

You can see our full list of family-friendly places to stay below. Get browsing, and don’t forget to check our Special Offers for the latest deals on stays across the city.

We’ve also got some recommendations for family-friendly things to do and places to eat to help you plan your trip.

Plan a fantastic family break

Family-friendly Bath

Bath is a city filled with fun activities, guaranteed to keep all ages entertained. And with plenty of family-friendly accommodation and places to eat too, it’s safe to say that this heritage city is most definitely a family affair.
Family activities

Bath is a city filled with fun activities, guaranteed to keep all ages entertained, from museums and galleries through to animal attractions, parks and gardens.
Family dining

If you’re visiting Bath with your family, you’ll find many restaurants and cafes that welcome little ones.

Places to stay with kids in and around Bath

Get your family break in Bath off to the best start possible by checking in at one of these top places to stay with kids.