The Best South Downs Family-Friendly Hotels

Hotels and other accommodation for families travelling with children

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Hotel du Vin

Winchester

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restored, Queen Anne-style house, dating from 1715, with individually styled rooms, a bistro serving hearty dishes and a walled garden

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said to be one of England's oldest coaching inns dating back to 1430, history and original features blend with a modern, pampering spa

The Swan Hotel

Alresford

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Grade II listed, former coaching inn set in a prominent central spot; well-appointed guest rooms are in the main hotel or a modern wing

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a contemporary hotel set on the edges of the South Downs National Park, just 2 miles from Winchester, that makes a handy exploring base

The Relais

Cooden Beach

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step from the terrace on to the private sandy beach, at this award-winning seaside hotel with stylish, coastal-themed rooms and a smart restaurant

Chalk Farm

Eastbourne

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with views across to the South Downs, this friendly hotel, set in a 17th-century house, is operated as part of a Learning Disabilities Centre

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relaxed hotel set in a delightful village a short drive from Worthing and the coast - bedrooms feature either traditional or contemporary decor

The Angel

Privett

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popular pub and lodge style accommodation situated on the A32 between Alton and West Meon amidst the South Downs countryside

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warm up by the log fire at this cosy, village inn featuring en suite rooms

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enjoys a peaceful and calming setting on the waters edge of Frensham Great Pond, the hotel's spa facilities add to the relaxed atmosphere

New Place

Shirrell Heath

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a combination of historic manor house - home to the restaurant and bar - and contemporary rooms and leisure facilities in a modern annexe

Swan Hotel

Alton

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a former coaching inn standing proudly on the High Street for centuries, today it offers tastefully furnished rooms and good hospitality

Harpers

Haslemere

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a former railway pub set in a carefully updated Victorian building, now a stylish steakhouse, bar and rooms that retains a railway theme

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enjoy the charm of this refurbished 17th century hotel featuring a 1920's themed bar

Marwell Hotel

Colden Common

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inspired by the zoo next door, the hotel is reminiscent of a safari lodge, rooms are located in lodges and there is an African themed restaurant

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luxurious hotel placed amidst 400 acres of Hampshire countryside offering a wealth of facilities and experiences to indulge in

The Coach & Horses

Durrington

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stay in new luxury rooms or a spacious family/bridal suite with a four poster bed, at this traditional Sussex inn on the edge of Worthing

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offers comfortable and stylish accommodation, a character bar, lounge and bar and the A27 location gives easy access to the area's attractions

The Tollgate

Bramber

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comfortable and well-appointed hotel located in a pretty village with the South Downs on the door step and the coast just a short drive away

The Westgate

Winchester

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with an inclusive, cooked English breakfast and stylishly decorated rooms, this friendly inn makes is ideal spot for exploring the city

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