Curated family friendly hotels in France

Set amid the bicycle routes and hiking paths of the Waldhessen region, this 4-star hotel in the timber-framed town of Rotenburg an der Fulda offers a wellness area and cosy restaurant.

The Posthotel Rotenburg provides well-equipped, en-suite rooms in peaceful surroundings.

Spoil yourself in the hotel’s modern sauna and steam bath.

Stroll through Rotenburg’s historic town centre, and explore the colourful shops and cafés.

Sports fans can look forward to scenic routes such as the fabled Wartburg-Pfad.

The hotel’s traditional Poststube restaurant serves light specialities, hearty German cuisine, and international specialities.

With a stay at Maderno in Toscolano Maderno, you'll be next to a golf course – a 3-minute walk from Panetteria Perolini and a 2-minute drive from Toscolano Maderno Botanical Garden. This golf hotel is 22.9 mi (36.9 km) from Scaliger Castle and 24.3 mi (39.2 km) from Lake Idro.

A stay at Lord of Ghent places you in the heart of Ghent, steps from Masons' Guild Hall and Ghent Cloth Hall. This luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Belfry of Ghent and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Saint Bavo Cathedral.

When you stay at Hotel La Maison Wellness & SPA in Alleghe, you'll be near ski lifts, just steps from Civetta Ski Area and Lake Alleghe. This spa hotel is 6.8 mi (11 km) from Vittorino Cazzetta Museum and 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Serrai di Sottoguda.

Located in Bormes-Les-Mimosas, Le Mirage is by the sea – a 4-minute drive from Le Lavandou Beach and 6 minutes from Aventure Bleue. This hotel is 16.8 mi (27.1 km) from Giens Peninsula and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Plage de l'Anglade.

The Kilcot Inn features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Newent. This 4-star inn offers free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 18 km from Kingsholm Stadium.

At the inn, the rooms are fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

Guests at The Kilcot Inn can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British, Seafood and local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

The Kilcot Inn offers a children's playground.

Wilton Castle is 12 km from the inn, while Gloucester Cathedral is 17 km away. Bristol Airport is 88 km from the property.

When you stay at Torre Cider Farm in Watchet, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Exmoor National Park and Cleeve Abbey. This farm stay is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Tropiquaria Zoo and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Nettlecombe Court.

Located in Malgrat de Mar, Papi Blau is within a 15-minute drive of Malgrat de Mar Beach and Santa Susanna Beach. This family-friendly hotel is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Pineda de Mar Beach and 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Calella Beach.

With a stay at Paradies pure mountain resort in Stelvio, you'll be connected to a shopping centre and within the region of Stelvio Pass. This family-friendly hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Vinschgau Valley and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Seilbahn Sulden Ski Area.

Located in Hemel Hempstead, Holiday Inn Hemel Hempstead M1, Jct. 8 by IHG is in the suburbs, within a 10-minute drive of St Albans Cathedral and Chiltern Hills. This hotel is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Warner Bros. Studio Tour London and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from The Grove.

With a stay at Swan, Thatcham by Marston’s Inns in Thatcham, you'll be a 3-minute walk from St. Mary's Church (Thatcham) and within a 5-minute drive of Thatcham Nature Discovery Centre. This inn is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Highclere Castle and 15.3 mi (24.7 km) from Thames River.

Set in a spacious garden, the Green Park features 2 free outdoor swimming pools. The resort is on the seaside in the Calambrone area, south of Pisa.

Just 300 metres from property there is a beach equipped with sun loungers and parasols, where guests have discounts.

Rooms at the Green Park Resort are set in independent villas, and are all air-conditioned and spacious. Each features elegant parquet floors, classic wooden furniture, and a marble bathroom.

Guests can enjoy meals at the Le Ginestre restaurant. Breakfast is served daily.

The Green Park is 3 km from Tirrenia's Cosmopolitan Golf Club. The Livorno exit of the Fi-Pi-Li motorway is a 5-minute drive away.

With a stay at Novotel Suites Reims Centre, you'll be centrally located in Reims – a 8-minute walk from Reims Arena and 14 minutes by foot from Mumm. This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Congress Center and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Notre-Dame de Reims.

Located in Ditchling, 11 km from AMEX Stadium, The Bull provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 11 km from Preston Park.

All units at the hotel include a flat-screen TV with cable channels, DVD player, and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

A Full English/Irish breakfast is available at The Bull.

The accommodation offers a children's playground.

Brighton Dome is 13 km from The Bull, while Victoria Gardens is 13 km away. London Gatwick Airport is 37 km from the property.

Located in Illmensee, 31 km from Fairground Friedrichshafen, Hotel & Restaurant Karpfen provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. Facilities include a sun terrace and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

At the hotel, every room has a balcony. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom, while some rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a fridge.

Guests at Hotel & Restaurant Karpfen will be able to enjoy activities in and around Illmensee, like hiking and cycling.

Friedrichshafen Airport is 32 km away.

With a stay at Staybridge Suites London - Vauxhall by IHG in London (London City Centre), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Thames River and within a 5-minute drive of Big Ben. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from London Eye and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Trafalgar Square.

Kinderhotel Stefan features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Wenns. The accommodation provides a range of water sports facilities and ski storage space, as well as a terrace and a bar. The hotel has a sauna, a kids' club and free WiFi throughout the property.

Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and gluten-free options. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Austrian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

Kinderhotel Stefan offers a children's playground. You can play billiards, table tennis and darts at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and skiing.

Area 47 is 18 km from the accommodation, while Fernpass is 32 km away. Innsbruck Airport is 58 km from the property.

Located in the charming town of Calas de Mallorca, Hotel Globales America offers great sea views from its sun terrace and 3 outdoor pools. It has free WiFi, a 24-hour reception and a tennis court.

The air-conditioned rooms at the Globales Hotel America feature satellite TV and a private balcony. Each room comes with a private bathroom. A safe is available at an extra cost.

The hotel’s restaurant serves traditional Mediterranean food. There is also a bar where you can get a snack or a drink.

Vall d’Or Golf Course is a 13-minute drive from the Hotel America Calas de Mallorca. Palma and its airport are around an hour’s drive away.

Located in the village of Monêtier-les-Bains, L'Auberge du Choucas is a traditional 17th-century house. The restaurant offers vaulted ceilings and a fireplace. It is non-smoking throughout and is located 200 metres from Les Grands Bains thermal baths and 450 metres from the skilifts.

The bright, south-facing rooms feature a combination of mountain style and traditional French décor with views of the garden, the nearby farms and the surrounding mountains. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and some rooms also feature a terrace.

In the evening, guests can dine in the 300-year-old dining room of the hotel's restaurant, which serves inventive, gourmet-style and organic dishes using fresh, local ingredients. The restaurant wine list includes a large variety of wines.

Winter and summer activities near L'Auberge du Choucas include world-class ski slopes in Serres Chevalier and hiking in nearby Ecrins National Park. Guests can also visit the Contemporary Art Centre, the casino and the theatre at Briançon, 14 km away.

Situated in Andalo, 8.3 km from Molveno Lake, Il Piccolo Dolomiti Resort features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has mountain views, and guests can enjoy access to a shared lounge and to a terrace. The hotel offers an indoor pool, sauna, karaoke and a kids' club.

At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a desk and a balcony with a garden view. With a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at Il Piccolo Dolomiti Resort also feature free WiFi. All rooms at the accommodation are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box.

Guests at Il Piccolo Dolomiti Resort can enjoy a buffet or an Italian breakfast. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

Guests can enjoy the spa and wellness centre, organise trips at the tour desk, or rent a car to explore the surroundings. You can play billiards at Il Piccolo Dolomiti Resort, and the area is popular for skiing and cycling.

Speaking German, English, French and Italian, staff are willing to help at any time of the day at the reception.

MUSE is 37 km from the accommodation, while Piazza Duomo is 37 km away. Bolzano Airport is 63 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.