Ahh, holidays, they used to be so relaxing.  

Lazy lie-ins and chilled-out beach days seem like such a thing of the past. But these hotels say things don’t have to change completely.

From creches to listening in services, you’ll get a taste of the good life and come back feeling like you’ve actually had a holiday. 

Calcot & Spa

“We have visited Calcott Manor a couple of times and I couldn’t sing their praises enough. In my mind, it is the perfect pairing of a luxury countryside hotel and child friendly stay. The rooms are designed with families in mind with built-in stair gates and personalised welcome gifts for the children, which they thought was brilliant. In the evening we made use of the babysitting services to enjoy a date night In the Gumstool Inn and the play barn in the day so we could escape to the spa. I left feeling completely content and relaxed without having to miss the children.

• Also, the Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens is a short drive and not to be missed! “ Jessica Lawes, The Mum Club Co-Founder.

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The Ickworth

“My husband and I took my son Max here when he was one. The hotel is set in the stunning historic Ickworth Estate, which makes you feel like you’re part of a Jane Austen novel. I felt the hotel itself could do with a slight refurb but overall, I was extremely impressed. The food was delicious, and our room was huge. We stayed for just one night and used the creche to have an adult only lunch. It was only 90 minutes, but it felt like bliss. Max loved it so much he didn’t want to leave. There wasn’t a huge amount of availability in the creche, as this was a last-minute break for us, so I’d recommend booking ahead. And as we had Max in April 2020, some COVID restrictions were still in place, but we still got to enjoy the pool with a family swim and made use of the baby listening service to have a boozy dinner alone.” Lydia, The Mum Club Editor.

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Another Place

“I love to be active outdoors, and I’m really into open water swimming. While I enjoyed walking with my newborn, after having my baby, I was dying to get out and do some things on my own. This hotel not only has a kids club but also connects you with highly qualified babysitters, which was great for us, as we used the sitters for a few hours in the day. This way, my husband and I could go swimming together, read a book and even go on a boat trip. It helped us reconnect as a couple after months of the hard slog of ‘no sleep’ newborn life. We remembered why we liked each other in the first place – I was starting to wonder. The hotel is brilliantly set up for families and has a listening service that you can use to have a peaceful dinner on your own. I also loved how many on-site activities they ran for adults and kids. Plus, you can hire wetsuits to swim in the lakes, which was a huge plus point for me.” Chloe M, TMC Reader

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IKOS Dassia

“Feel like going on holiday with the fam is never easy? It is here. They have literally thought of everything. We had highchairs in our room, which I thought was a bit strange initially, but it was a great tool to peacefully feed our baby before the rest of us ate. We were given sterilisers, a bath for kids, baby towels, a choice of travelcot, and they provided free mini cars fitted with kids’ seats so we could explore the island. The creche is open in slots that run from 10-1, 1-3 and 3-6, and we booked it every morning to have some chill time to ourselves. We went on beach walks in the afternoons, used the splash play, and had great family time. We booked a babysitter some evenings, but most parents had their kids at dinner, which made you feel incredibly relaxed. There are seven restaurants, and one for adults only, which is excellent if you want to enjoy a more peaceful evening. “ Charlie M, TMC Reader

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Soul Sanctum Retreat

“I’ve saved up a pot of money to spend on myself after having my baby, and this is one thing I’ll definitely be splurging on. This beautiful retreat is set in Sussex, which is great as it doesn’t involve a huge amount of travelling and the four-day stay is about nurturing women through their transition into motherhood. The childcare professionals look after your baby while you participate in activities like yoga and swimming. And, when you have holistic treatments. Then after the kiddies are in bed, you’re treated to candlelit sound baths or gentle yoga practice. Yes, it’s expensive, but I figure 9-months of not drinking has probably saved me a LOT!” The Mum Club Founder, Lauren.

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Who better to tell us about the best place to stay with a baby than Frankie, the founder of Tiny Travelship , the new go-to Instagram account for those scrolling for design-led, parent-pleasing holidays. Plus, all TT hotels are recommended and reviewed by a global community of style-seeking mamas, so you can 100% trust them.

The Best Spa Break – Middleton Lodge

“There’s parent-pleasing spas and then there’s Middleton Lodge. A holistic hideout with a spoiling spa treatment menu specially tailored to new mums; relaxing Ren massages are designed to soothe both muscles and mind. All parents know what a luxury it is to be able to eat with two hands and your attention fully on your dinner date. Check into the Tack Room, geniously located within monitor (which the hotel handily provides for free) range of the restaurant for an adults only estate-to-plate meal (or, make use of the babysitting service). There’s no need to battle your little one in and out of the car with a stay at this gorgeous Georgian house; rambling walks through the woods are right on your doorstep. Simply strap your sprog into their sling and head out for a restorative mooch around the moors.”

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The Best Family Getaway – Sani Resort

“Is it even possible to talk about post-baby breaks without mentioning the joy-inducing juggernaut that is Sani? A reinvention of the all-inclusive, it’s a stay that’s become synonymous with ease and elevated family-focused facilities; there’s the creche that welcomes babies as young as four months (most start at 2 years old in hotels), beachside babysitting, swim lessons, Annabel Karmel menus and even a complimentary sleep consultation session. Whilst most families head to Sani Beach or Porto Sani, those in the know opt for a stay at Sani Club – a secluded hideaway hidden in the hills that allows you all of the parental benefits the hotel offers, without having to interact too much with other people’s kids.”

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The Best Luxury Family Holiday – Almyra

“With ultra-contemporary interiors, delicious restaurants and a glittering infinity pool, at first glance you’d be forgiven for thinking this Paphos pad was adults-only, but that’s far from the case. The Scott Dunn run Kids Club operates on par with London’s top nurseries (and welcomes babes 4 months +), there’s a game-changing packing service which takes care of all of your parental paraphernalia needs, a well considered children’s menu, and a sumptuous spa. 5* Almyra is a place for people big and small who enjoy the finer things in life.”

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