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The welcoming destination of Launceston is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with the children. The parks, golfing and chocolate shops are just some of the things that make this an attractive family holiday destination. Arrange a flight into Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is located 27.6 mi (44.4 km) from the city centre. Launceston offers 6 child-friendly hotels and other types of accommodation so you have plenty of options when deciding where to stay.
Families on holiday have good things to say about these places to stay:
Dorset Farm – Offers free parking and free WiFi. Guests like the clean rooms and central location at this 4-star farm house.
West Bowithick Cottages – Features in-room kitchens, free parking and free WiFi. The comfy beds and central location make this 3.5-star cottage popular with guests.
Jamaica Inn – Offers a restaurant, free parking and free breakfast. Guests like the overall comfort and clean rooms at this 3-star inn.
Trethorne Hotel & Golf Club – Features a restaurant and a BBQ. The clean rooms and central location make this 3-star inn popular with guests.
You're likely hoping for good weather for your family trip. You can use these tips to plan when to pack up the children and head to Launceston.
Trethorne Leisure Park, New Mills Farm Park and Tamar Otter and Wildlife Centre are interesting attractions that you and your family will enjoy exploring while you are staying in Launceston. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Lawrence House Museum and Daphne du Maurier's Smugglers Museum.
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