Posh UK spa hotel praised by mums as perfect for kids – thanks to Ofsted creche, huge playbarn and early teatime
A FAMILY-FRIENDLY hotel in the Cotswolds has been praised by mums as being perfect for relaxing with kids, thanks to plenty of activities and free childcare.
As well as being a remote hotel with a relaxing spa, there's a playbarn, 12-seater cinema and special kids' tea times too.
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Calcot & Spa Hotel is nestled in the Cotswolds countryside and is loved by parents for being a great family-friendly hotel.
Mum, Em Clarkson, documented her weekend at the hotel on Instagram. She went with her two young children and said it was "totally set up for kids".
She said the hotel has everything to keep children entertained from the playground to an outdoor kitchen and playbarn.
Lots of other mums agreed with one writing on Tripadvisor: "I do not think that I have ever been to a hotel that is so well set up for children.
"Everything has been well thought out and executed. From kid-friendly family rooms (rubber ducks, child monitors, night lights, etc) to restaurants catering for children (early kids tea, kids cups, plates and cutlery, etc) the hotel has got it right."
The hotel offers four hours a day of childcare too which is included in the booking so that parents can take "time off".
Parents can use that time to explore the spa that offers treatments, and has an outdoor hot tub and pool.
Kids will be looked after at the Ofsted-registered purpose-built crèche called 'The Playbarn.'
It's catered for children of all ages including newborns. There's plenty of toys, arts and crafts equipment too, and it's run by a team of nannies.
For the children aged eight and over, The Mez is kitted out with PlayStations, Wii consoles, Xboxes, computers and even a 12-seater cinema.
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The Playbarn and The Mez are open from 9:00am to 1:00pm and from 1:30pm to 5:30pm every day - but do require advance bookings.
And those aren't the only activities, children are welcome in the outdoor pool when it's open during the summer.
The indoor pool is heated and will have specific sessions dedicated to children - with other times being adult-only.
Families can also hire complimentary bikes and explore multiple routes around the hotel - including its very own nature reserve.
On the grounds is a nature trail as well and lawn games from boules and croquet to mini football.
During the summer holidays, the team runs a timetable of activities for children from scavenger hunts to arts and crafts.
There's also special children's tea time at 5pm as well as buffets and snacks during the day that are catered to them.
When the kids have gone to bed, adults can enjoy dinner and take up the ‘baby-listening service’ which is available in the evenings and staff will listen for any disturbances.
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On-site are 35 rooms and suites, lots of which are designed for families.
Each room has a separate bedroom for the little ones and a master bedroom for adults. Some even have their own private garden and a bathroom with twin bath tubs.
For anyone booking midweek, there's an offer where children stay completely free.
Breakfast for adults and children and kids' dinners are included in the cost of the stay if for anyone booking midweek. Lunch and adults’ evening meals is at an extra charge.
Calcot & Spa typically offers room rates starting from £292 per night, with prices varying depending on the season and specific room type.
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