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.

RM533 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jul - 12 Jul

Black Horse

Buntingford

RM488 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

The Red Cow Inn

Royston

RM688 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Braintree

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

The White Horse

Haverhill

RM405 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jul - 2 Jul

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.

RM318 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool loungers

Pontlands Park

Chelmsford

RM802 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jul - 3 Jul

The Farmhouse at Redcoats Restaurant & Hotel

Hitchin

RM761 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

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Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"From start to finish our overnight stay was wonderful.The Staff were fabulous.They cdnt have done enough for you.The breakfast was delicious and having Coeliac disease everything was catered for including Gluten free table with dedicated Toaster.Thankyou so much.Will definitely recommend to friends.Will come back again.Thankyou for Everything. Elizabeth and Anne."

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."

Novotel London Stansted Airport

8/10 Good

"Easy access to long stay car park. Lovely restaurant now open, the supervisor in there very attentive and doesn't miss anything, giving advice to the younger members of the team. Rooms are getting ready for a revamp, and please replace the milk sachets, there are never enough and it goes all over the place."

The Green Man by Chef and Brewer Collection

8/10 Good

"Beautiful cozy room, excellent staff. Like every other time we have stayed here 5+ as our family live nearby, the breakfast is so poor. Very limited choice and not very well made. Which is surprising as the restaurant lunchtime and evening service and quality is far superior. There was limited choice, lots of basics they had run out of (sausages and bacon on a weekend and also yoghurt) and not very well made, overcooked eggs etc. It has put off other family members staying in the future as it is more expensive than some in the area yet they prefer to stay somewhere basic and eat out the following morning for this reason. Everything else lovely, staff very attentive and welcoming."

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was absolutely perfect for me and I cannot fault it! Great location with added bonus of Toby Carvery close by and M and S garage shop so you can’t ask for more 😁 The accommodation was clean and tidy everywhere, the staff were all lovely, very helpful and friendly Breakfast was included in the booking so a great deal. Parking free and next to hotel"

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 Red White and Blue Country Park. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Southern Parkland Country Park and The Henry Moore Foundation.

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

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

The White Horse

Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns

Pontlands Park

The Farmhouse at Redcoats Restaurant & Hotel

Ridings at Theobalds Park

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Top Stansted Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey

Novotel London Stansted Airport

The Green Man by Chef and Brewer Collection

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

The Essex Golf and Country Club

Holiday Inn Express Stevenage by IHG

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Our top choices for Stansted family-friendly hotels

Novotel London Stansted Airport

Black Horse

The Red Cow Inn

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

The White Horse

Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns

Pontlands Park

The Farmhouse at Redcoats Restaurant & Hotel

Ridings at Theobalds Park

Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Stansted

Top Stansted Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

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