10 Best Family Friendly Hotels in Stansted for 2026

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Novotel London Stansted Airport

Stansted

The family adventure awaits near Mountfitchet Castle, complete with complimentary cots and entertainment for all ages.

RM539 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jul - 8 Jul

Black Horse

Buntingford

RM493 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

The Red Cow Inn

Royston

RM730 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

The White Horse

Haverhill

RM438 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jul - 2 Jul

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Braintree

RM359 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

The Farmhouse at Redcoats Restaurant & Hotel

Hitchin

RM769 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns

Dunmow

Charming family hotel offers free rollaway beds, cots, and peaceful garden play area for kids at historic Swan Hotel in Thaxted.

RM322 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

The Red Lion

Cambridge

RM605 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

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Novotel London Stansted Airport

8/10 Good

"Decent hotel, not as close to Stanstead as initially expected, but there is a very handy regular shuttle bus to and from the airport. Only downside is that the rooms are very noisy, you can definitely hear what sounded like planes taking off well in to the night."

The Green Man by Chef and Brewer Collection

8/10 Good

"We visited over Father’s Day and the only disappointing aspect was that a number of items on the menu were unavailable at breakfast. Presumably because of how busy they were but I think they should have been prepared. The room was clean and well equipped. There was sufficient parking. The staff were helpful in the hotel and accommodating when we requested a ground floor room."

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

8/10 Good

"The shuttles were fairly regular but for some reason they este saying bay 28 and its not. Instead I saw a sign for holiday inn and got on that coach. Note its £4 per journey. Checking took a minute and my room was at the back overlooking woods so it was peaceful. It is close to m&s shop and McDonald's so you do have options for food. A kettle was provided which I used to make tea. The floor could have done with a vacuum but otherwise the toom was decent. I liked having a sofa to watch tv rather than the bed or a chair. The hotel did provide breakfast at 4pm but its such a rush to eat and get the shuttle so I just took some cereals and learned that coffee is not allowed on the shuttle."

Holiday Inn Brentwood M25, Jct. 28 by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Having stayed on one of hottest days of year the air conditioning in bedrooms was extremely welcome and efficient. I thought uk king size beds would be standard in hotels. Not used to a double bed but it was clean and comfortable. Bathroom spotless but struggled to access the shower over bath as you had to step in onto slope at end of bath. If you have even a minor disability then try to get an accessible room.. The pool was a good size and well maintained as was gym. Good sized pool towels. Breakfast varied and plentiful and staff friendly and helpful. Expensive parking. Would have been good if discounted for hotel guests. However these were personal niggles and it was a good value hotel and we would not hesitate to stay again."

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely welcome and such a nice surprise to be upgraded for our anniversary. Bed was huge and really comfy. Meal was excellent in the restaurant and couldn’t be a more perfect location for an early flight. Stayed many times and would not hesitate to stay here again for our next trip out of Stansted. Thank you to the staff for making our stay special"

Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey

8/10 Good

"Clean hotel, needs a bit of a face lift in certain areas. Staff helpful and friendly. Breakfast is very good value, with an adequate selection. I paid for an early check in (10.00 to 12.00), but on arrival none of the 3 rooms booked were available, 1st room became available within 15/20 minutes, then shortly afterwards the 2nd room became available. I also enquired about my upgrade bid on 1 of the rooms, that I was told I would hear about most likely before my arrival, which I did not, I was advised by a very polite front of desk lady member of staff that there were no family suites available, so my bid was unsuccessful. The kind lady did say that they would waiver to charge for early check in, as the hotel had failed to accommodate that request. I left front of desk with 2 of my 3 rooms and was told the 3rd room would be full cleaned within 15/20 minutes. I had to leave the hotel to get ready at home for a function, leaving my family who had travelled some distance in the 2 available rooms to also get ready for the function. On my return to the hotel I was told by my family that the hotel staff had come back to them and said an upgrade to a family suite was now available and did we want it, but we declined, as we were already settled in all our individual rooms and it would have been hassle to move as we were on a tight schedule to reach the destination of our function. On the whole the overall stay was good, but the early check in and upgrade were very disappointing."

Frequently asked questions

What's Stansted like for family-friendly holidays?

The welcoming destination of Stansted is a good choice if you've been considering a getaway with your children. The swimming spots, sporting events and restaurants are just some of the things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Arrange a flight into London (STN-Stansted), which is the closest airport, or Cambridge (CBG), which is located 21.3 mi (34.3 km) from the city centre.

What's the best family accommodation in Stansted?

Novotel London Stansted Airport is a hotel with a restaurant and laundry facilities, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Stansted?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Stansted is 689 mm.

What's there to see and do with your family in Stansted?

While you and your family are visiting Stansted, you may want to explore some child-friendly attractions such as House on the Hill Toy Museum, Whoosh Explore and Southern Parkland Country Park. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as The Henry Moore Foundation and Market Square.

What's the best way for us to get around Stansted?

If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Stansted Mountfitchet Station. Stansted might not have very many public transport options to choose from, so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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Our top choices for Stansted family-friendly hotels

Novotel London Stansted Airport

Black Horse

The Red Cow Inn

The White Horse

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

The Farmhouse at Redcoats Restaurant & Hotel

Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns

The Red Lion

Pontlands Park

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Top Stansted Hotel Reviews

Novotel London Stansted Airport

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

The Green Man by Chef and Brewer Collection

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Brentwood M25, Jct. 28 by IHG

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Health Club

Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey

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Our top choices for Stansted family-friendly hotels

Novotel London Stansted Airport

Black Horse

The Red Cow Inn

The White Horse

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

The Farmhouse at Redcoats Restaurant & Hotel

Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns

The Red Lion

Pontlands Park

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Top Stansted Hotel Reviews

Novotel London Stansted Airport

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