Last-minute family friendly hotel deals in Scotland

With a stay at Mercure Manchester Norton Grange Hotel & Spa in Rochdale (Castleton), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Heaton Park and Boundary Park. This family-friendly hotel is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Etihad Stadium and 17.5 mi (28.2 km) from Trafford Centre.

When you stay at Holiday Inn Doncaster A1 M Jct 36 by IHG in Doncaster, you'll be in the suburbs, within a 5-minute drive of Doncaster Minster and Conisbrough Castle. This hotel is 16.9 mi (27.1 km) from Meadowhall Shopping Centre and 17.4 mi (28 km) from Utilita Arena Sheffield.

Located in Manchester, Novotel Manchester West is in the suburbs, within a 10-minute drive of University of Salford and Museum of Science and Industry. This eco-friendly hotel is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Old Trafford and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Manchester Opera House.

With a stay at Oakfield Lodge Guest House Stockport in Stockport, you'll be near the airport, within a 10-minute drive of Peak District National Park and Lyme Park. This bed & breakfast is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Etihad Stadium and 16 mi (25.7 km) from Old Trafford.

With a stay at Mill Park Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Donegal – a 10-minute walk from O'Donnel's Castle and 10 minutes by foot from Diamond Obelisk. This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Abbey of Donegal and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Rossnowlagh Beach.

With a stay at Leonardo Hotel Leeds , you'll be centrally located in Leeds – a 5-minute drive from First Direct Arena and 6 minutes from University of Leeds. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Canal Wharf and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Royal Armouries.

Located in Frodsham, Best Western Frodsham Forest Hills Hotel is in a rural location – a 3-minute drive from Lady Heyes Crafts and Antique Centre and 8 minutes from Delamere Forest. This hotel is 12.5 mi (20.2 km) from Chester Zoo and 16.2 mi (26.1 km) from Knowsley Safari Park.

Located in Kettering, Kettering Park Hotel & Spa is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Wicksteed Park and Kettering Conference Centre. This spa hotel is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Kettering Golf Club and 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Sywell Country Park.

With a stay at Quorn Country Hotel in Loughborough, you'll be on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Loughborough University and Mountsorrel Railway. This hotel is 13.5 mi (21.7 km) from Donington Park Racing Circuit and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Great Central Railway.

Located in Dublin, Maldron Hotel & Leisure Centre Tallaght is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Guinness Storehouse and St. Stephen's Green. This family-friendly hotel is 7.4 mi (11.8 km) from Dublin Castle and 7.5 mi (12 km) from Trinity College.

• Views of the water
• 9-hole golf course
• Spa

Redcastle Hotel, in County Donegal, has one of the most scenic settings around. It’s pulled up to the shores of the Lough Foyle on the Inishowen Peninsula. And there are sea-view rooms, or balcony rooms, to make the most of the panoramas. There’s a private nine-hole parkland golf course in front of the property, adding to the striking outlook.

You can take in views of the golf greens and Lough Foyle from the Captain’s Bar. It’s a top spot for casual dining and drinks, serving the likes of stone-baked pizzas, fish and chips and burgers. But The Edge Restaurant is a sound choice for seasonal, fresh meals. The views are to die for and it’s even won Ulster Hotel Restaurant of the Year.

The spa and leisure centre has all the works, from a pool, sauna and steam room to a gym with state-of-the-art fitness equipment. Pampering-wise, you can book in for treatments using organic VOYA products. And, when you fancy venturing out, Leisureland Redcastle amusement park is just across the water for a fun day out.

When you stay at Holiday Inn Rotherham Sheffield by IHG in Rotherham, you'll be near the airport, within a 10-minute drive of Meadowhall Shopping Centre and Utilita Arena Sheffield. This hotel is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Peak District National Park and 7.4 mi (12 km) from University of Sheffield.

With a stay at The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast, you'll be centrally located in Belfast, within a 5-minute drive of Titanic Belfast and Crown Liquor Saloon. This luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Spires Mall and Conference Centre and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Crumlin Road Gaol Belfast.

Just 500 metres from Hunstanton’s sandy beach, The Lodge is a traditional pub with a popular bar and modern restaurant. With free parking and free Wi-Fi, the hotel has spacious chic bedrooms.

The elegant rooms at The Lodge are individually furnished and have modern en suite bathrooms. All rooms offer wide-screen TVs, and tea and coffee facilities. Many rooms have impressive sea views across roof tops, as well as seating areas.

The stylish restaurant serves a modern British menu and seasonal specials using fresh local produce. The contemporary bar offers snacks, as well as the full menu and popular beverages. There is also an extensive range of wines by the glass, real ales and lagers.

The Lodge is 500 metres from Old Hunstanton Golf Course. The famous Norfolk Coastal Paths are nearby and Hunstanton’s new town and lively nightlife are just over a mile away.

With a stay at Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre in Birmingham (Birmingham City Centre), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Bullring & Grand Central and 11 minutes by foot from O2 Academy Birmingham. This aparthotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from The Mailbox and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Utilita Arena Birmingham.

Located in Liverpool, Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa is by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Royal Birkdale Golf Club and Hillside Golf Club. This golf hotel is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Formby Beach and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Southport Marine Lake.

With a stay at Sketchley Grange Hotel & Spa in Hinckley, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Coventry Building Society Arena and Concordia Theatre. This eco-friendly hotel is 16.7 mi (26.8 km) from University of Warwick and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Cineworld Hinckley.

With a stay at The Old Mill Hotel in Bury, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Heaton Park and The Rock. This eco-friendly hotel is 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Salford Quays and 13.4 mi (21.5 km) from AO Arena.

When you stay at Roe Valley Resort in Limavady, you'll be in a regional park, within a 5-minute drive of Roe Park Golf Club and Roe Valley Country Park. This golf hotel is 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Magilligan - Benone Strand and 25.5 mi (41 km) from Giant's Causeway.

With a stay at Best Western Manchester Bury Bolholt Country Park Hotel in Bury, you'll be in the suburbs, within a 15-minute drive of Heaton Park and Bury Market. This spa hotel is 16.2 mi (26.1 km) from Trafford Centre and 18.5 mi (29.8 km) from Old Trafford.