Last-minute family friendly hotel deals in England

• Family entertainment calendar
• Rooms with sea view
• Full spa and gym

Families won’t find anywhere better than Dalmeny Resort Hotel in St Annes, in Lancashire. It’s got a handy postcode on the main promenade, overlooking the beach and pier – so you’re a short walk from all the action. But it’s the entertainment that sets this hotel apart from the rest.

They’ve got a dedicated entertainment team during school holidays and weekends. So younger guests can get stuck in with pool parties, sports, arts and crafts, treasure hunts and films. There’s a kids’ arcade, a cinema, a squash court and pool and table tennis. Boredom’s not an option for grown-ups, either, with a ballroom for evening entertainment. Expect crazy science and magic shows, quizzes and live musicians. If things get a little too much, you can also retreat to the health club, where you’ve got a gym, a heated pool, a sauna and a steam room.

As for food and drink, you won’t go hungry. The restaurant sorts breakfast, lunch and dinner, with kids’ menus, afternoon tea and daily happy hours. Plus, you’ll find lots of locally sourced produce on the menu, like beef from the Ribble Valley or locally caught fish. And, if you upgrade to a sea view room, you can take in the spectacular sunsets without leaving the hotel.

Located in Warrington, B&B HOTEL Warrington is in the business district – a 3-minute drive from Warrington Parish Church and 8 minutes from Golden Square Shopping Center. This hotel is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Warrington Museum & Art Gallery and 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Gulliver's World - Warrington.

Crowne Plaza Liverpool City Centre by IHG is centrally located in Liverpool – a 4-minute walk from Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal and 10 minutes by foot from Liverpool ONE. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Cavern Club and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from The Beatles Story Museum.

Located in Shifnal, Haughton Hall is a 2-minute drive from Shifnal Golf Club and 7 minutes from Telford Town Park. This spa hotel is 4 mi (6.5 km) from Telford Ice Rink and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from The International Centre.

Located in Pontyclun, Vale Resort is within a 15-minute drive of Llantrisant Castle and The Royal Mint Experience. This family-friendly hotel is 11.8 mi (19 km) from Principality Stadium and 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from Barry Island Beach.

Situated in York and with York Railway Station reachable within 3.5 km, The Saddle Inn features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. York Minster is 3.9 km from the inn and Bramham Park is 26 km away.

The rooms in the inn are fitted with a kettle. At The Saddle Inn rooms come with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV.

Roundhay Park is 37 km from the accommodation, while First Direct Arena is 39 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 47 km away.

With a stay at TLH Carlton Hotel and Spa - TLH Leisure and Entertainment Resort in Torquay (Torquay City Centre), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Torre Abbey and 5 minutes by foot from Riviera International Conference Centre. This family-friendly hotel is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Dartmoor National Park and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Torre Abbey Sands.

With a stay at TLH Derwent Hotel - TLH Leisure, Entertainment and Spa Resort in Torquay (Torquay City Centre), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Riviera International Conference Centre and 5 minutes by foot from Torre Abbey. This family-friendly hotel is 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from Dartmoor National Park and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Torre Abbey Sands.

When you stay at North Devon Resort in Ilfracombe, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of North Devon Coast and Ilfracombe Harbour. This beach apartment is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Woolacombe Beach and 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Exmoor National Park.

A modern friendly hotel, located on the A63 Selby Bypass, only 3/4 of a mile from the town centre. Our hotel also has a bar and family restaurant with a children's play area.

At The Wishing Well, you will be welcomed by our team of staff who will look after you throughout your stay. We cater for everyone staying at our hotel from the discerning business traveller to a family of 4. Ample free car parking is available to all hotel guests.

With a stay at The Imperial Hotel in Blackpool (North Shore), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of North Pier and Blackpool Illuminations. This beach hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Blackpool Pleasure Beach and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Blackpool Tower.

With a stay at Cuckoo Brow Inn in Ambleside, you'll be in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Hill Top Farm. This inn is 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Coniston Water and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore.

Located in Manchester, Holiday Inn Manchester Airport by IHG is within a 15-minute drive of Old Trafford and University of Manchester. This hotel is 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Canal Street and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Piccadilly Gardens.

• Easy access to York
• Next to York racecourse
• Kids eat and stay free

The Holiday Inn York, an IHG Hotel, makes the perfect base for exploring historic York and everything it has to offer. It’s a 10-minute drive from the city centre, where you’ve got the grand York Minster, or the famous Shambles – one of the best-preserved medieval shopping streets in Europe. Plus, the hotel’s next to York Racecourse, so it’s a top place to bed down after a race day.

There’s a restaurant for hot buffet breakfasts and dinners. And families are in luck, because kids eat free. The Open Lobby is where friends, family or colleagues all congregate. It’s open 24 hours and there’s an all-day dining menu. There’s a bar with a terrace for al fresco drinks, too. Or, room service is available around the clock.

The rooms have everything you need, from pillow menus and tea and coffee to air-con and free Wi-Fi. Plus, kids stay free when sharing with an adult, so it’s a great affordable option for families visiting York.

With a stay at Aparthotel Adagio Paris Centre Tour Eiffel, you'll be centrally located in Paris, within a 5-minute drive of Eiffel Tower and Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore. This aparthotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Paris Expo and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Arc de Triomphe.

Located in Blackpool (South Shore), The Hollingdales Hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Blackpool Central Pier and Blackpool Tower. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Blackpool Illuminations and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Winter Gardens.

Staybridge Suites Newcastle by IHG is centrally located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne – a 4-minute walk from Quayside and 7 minutes by foot from Northumbria University. This eco-friendly hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from The Glasshouse.

When you stay at Holiday Inn Newcastle - Gosforth Park by IHG in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, you'll be in the suburbs, within a 15-minute drive of St. James' Park and Quayside. This spa hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Northumberlandia and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Newcastle Racecourse.

Built in the style of a Manor House making it one of the most distinctive hotels in Northumberland. Overlooking the Derwent Valley, this beautiful hotel is located within easy reach of Newcastle and Durham.

Derwent Manor is set in 20 acres of land and the interior is every bit as impressive as its exterior. Most of the spacious en-suite bedrooms have timber-beamed ceilings and all have one or two double beds. Prego Restaurant, with its huge open fire, serves a range of English and continental cuisine in stylish surroundings, while hearty bar meals can be enjoyed in our Antler Bar and Lounge. For the corporate requirements or for social occasions and weddings, the hotel boasts a range of Conference and Banqueting Suites seating up to 300 guests. Leisure Club with indoor pool, sauna, spa bath and fitness centre. For modern, professional and friendly service in a grand setting, any visit to Derwent Manor will be a memorable one.