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Top Gloucester Family-Friendly Hotels

Quire Court Apartments
Great for families

Quire Court Apartments

4 out of 5
Hare Lane, Gloucester, England
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4.5/5Wonderful! (6 reviews)
Families like: kitchen, washing machine, laundry facilities
Central location

"The property is well maintained and we were made very welcome. Very central and we were able to walk to the main attractions. We expected city noise in a central location. But did not expect to be woken before 6am each morning by a recycling collection of glass and lorries delivering to a local shop. ..."…"

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2019

Quire Court Apartments
Corse Lawn House Hotel
Great for families

Corse Lawn House Hotel

3 out of 5
Corse Lawn, Gloucester, England
The price is £110 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
4.5/5Wonderful! (82 reviews)
Families like: indoor pool, extra beds/cots, free breakfast for the whole family, laundry facilities
Travellers say...

"Great welcome, very comfortable with great service"…"

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2020

Corse Lawn House Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South
Great for families

Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South

3 out of 5
Waterwells Business Park Quedgeley, Gloucester, England
Free cancellation
The price is £29 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
4.2/5Excellent! (782 reviews)
Families like: free breakfast for the whole family, laundry
Travellers say...

"no fuss checking in , the room was well presented, and staff very pleasant ,a nice stay altogether ROY STOPPS"…"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2020

Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South
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The Royal George Birdlip by Greene King Inns

The Royal George Birdlip by Greene King Inns

3 out of 5
Birdlip, Gloucester, England
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £55 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
4.2/5Very Good! (428 reviews)

"Considering the existing situation with COVID-19 we found the efforts made by the staff and management extremely good with the way the hotel had set up a good one way system which was easy to follow. The service at meal times was friendly and excellent and we were looked after during our stay. We ..."…"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2020

The Royal George Birdlip by Greene King Inns
ibis Gloucester
Great for families

ibis Gloucester

2.5 out of 5
Sawmills End, Corinium Ave A417, Gloucester, England
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £26 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
4.2/5Very Good! (967 reviews)
Families like: extra beds/cots, laundry
Travellers say...

"Basic level accommodation at a good price. Room was clean and comfortable with a good hot shower. Towels could be bigger. We had paid for breakfast which, due to COVID-19, was a ‘grab bag’ consisting of juice, apple, croissant, yoghurt, jam/butter, and hot drink."…"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2020

ibis Gloucester
The Edward Hotel
Great for families

The Edward Hotel

2 out of 5
88-92 London Road, Gloucester, England
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £62 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
4.1/5Very Good! (319 reviews)
Families like: kitchen, extra beds/cots, laundry
Travellers say...

"Lovely food nice food close to town centre. Would recommend if staying in Gloucester"…"

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2020

The Edward Hotel
Holiday Inn Gloucester-Cheltenham
Great for families

Holiday Inn Gloucester-Cheltenham

3 out of 5
Crestway, Barnwood, Gloucester, England
Free cancellation
The price is £32 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
4/5Very Good! (554 reviews)
Families like: indoor pool, skiing nearby, laundry
Travellers say...

"Comfortable beds, warm welcome and a bonus that there was a pool."…"

Reviewed on 29 Sep 2020

Holiday Inn Gloucester-Cheltenham
Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel
Great for families

Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel

4 out of 5
Bondend Lane Upton St Leonards, Gloucester, England
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £59 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
4/5Very Good! (362 reviews)
Families like: skiing nearby, laundry
Travellers say...

"Fantastic hotel ,staff very friendly everyone wore masks plenty of hand sanitizer we felt safe will definitely return again soon"…"

Reviewed on 14 Sep 2020

Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel
The Mooringpost

The Mooringpost

4 out of 5
Over, Just off A40, Gloucester, England
The price is £45 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
3.9/5Very Good! (78 reviews)

"The hotel has bar / restaurant downstairs with the rooms upstairs. Our room clean tidy and has everything you need. The food is excellent and the building has been recently renovated to a high standard."…"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2020

The Mooringpost
Gloucester Robinswood Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Great for families

Gloucester Robinswood Hotel, BW Signature Collection

4 out of 5
Marlstone Close, Robinswood Hill, Gloucester, England
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3.8/5Good! (750 reviews)
Families like: indoor pool, skiing nearby, laundry
Excellent

"A little weathered and dated, but excellent nonetheless."…"

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2020

Gloucester Robinswood Hotel, BW Signature Collection
The New Inn Hotel

The New Inn Hotel

3 out of 5
16 Northgate Street, Gloucester, England
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £38 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
3.7/5Good! (244 reviews)

"This is an interesting place to stay. Sadly during the Covid period the full atmosphere was not experienced. I would love to come back when things are more normal to enjoy the New Inn at it’s best"…"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2020

The New Inn Hotel
The Station Hotel

The Station Hotel

3 out of 5
Gloucester Railway Station, Bruton Way, Gloucester, England
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £28 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
3.5/5Good! (148 reviews)

"Very run down and tired, badly needs modernisation, renovating and decorating. Breakfast was good"…"

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2019

The Station Hotel
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Where should we stay in Gloucester?

The welcoming destination of Gloucester is a great choice if you've been considering a holiday with the children. The museums here makes this an attractive holiday destination for families. Take to the air and fly into Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.), which is located 38.5 mi (62 km) from the city centre. When you're thinking about where you should stay in Gloucester, you might want to consider one of the 13 child-friendly hotels and other types of accommodation here.

Families on holiday have positive things to say about this accommodation:

Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South M5, Jct.12: Offers free parking, free breakfast and free WiFi. Guests like the clean rooms and central location at this 3-star hotel.

When should we visit Gloucester?

You're likely hoping for good weather for your family trip. Use these tips to plan when to pack up the children and head to Gloucester.

  • Hottest months: July, August, June and September, with an average temperature of 21°F
  • Coldest months: January, February, December and March, with an average temperature of 1°F
  • Driest months: May, June, July and March, with an average rainfall of 2 inches
  • Rainiest months: October, January, February and December, with an average rainfall of 3 inches

What should we see and do in Gloucester?

While you and your family are visiting Gloucester, you may want to explore some child-friendly attractions such as Gloucester Waterways Museum and Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as City Museum and Gloucester Folk Museum.

Gloucester is also well-known for its:
  • Museums
  • Cultural attractions
  • Countryside
  • Historical sites

Getting around Gloucester

If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Gloucester Station. Gloucester might not have as many public transport options to choose from so consider renting a car to explore the city.

Frequently asked questions

What's Gloucester like for family-friendly holidays?
The welcoming destination of Gloucester is a good choice if you’ve been considering a getaway with your children. The museums here makes this a great holiday spot for families. Arrange a flight into Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.), which is located 38.5 mi (62 km) from the city centre.
What's the best place to stay for a family holiday to Gloucester?
Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South is a top 3-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features free parking and free breakfast. Other good choices for your stay with the children include Gloucester Robinswood Hotel, BW Signature Collection and ibis Gloucester.
How many hotels that welcome families will I be able to find in Gloucester?
Expedia has 12 family-friendly hotels and other accommodation options in Gloucester.
What's the seasonal weather like in Gloucester?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Gloucester is 855 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Gloucester?
While you and your family are holidaying in Gloucester, you may want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Gloucester Docks and Gloucester Quays. Make sure that you have plenty of time to take in activities in the area such as Cheltenham Racecourse, Forest of Dean and Gloucester Cathedral.
What's the best way for us to get around Gloucester?
If you want to venture outside the area, take a train from Gloucester Station. Gloucester might not have many public transport options to choose from, so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

Travellers loved these Family-Friendly Hotels

    The New Inn Hotel

    3 out of 5
    16 Northgate Street, Gloucester, England
    Endorsed by 6 travellers

    The Station Hotel

    3 out of 5
    Gloucester Railway Station, Bruton Way, Gloucester, England
    Endorsed by 4 travellers

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