Malmaison Hotels
UK
🏙️ City Stay 👶 Great with toddlers 🧒 Great for older kids 👨👩👧👦 🍝 Great food 🏡 Characterful 🐶 Dog friendly 🚶 Great for walking 💰 Good value
Stylish city stays with plenty of character, brilliant food and family-friendly locations across the UK
Malmaison York
At a Glance
Malmaison is a collection of stylish, characterful hotels across the UK, each with its own personality, often in brilliant city-centre locations. With bold interiors, comfortable rooms and lively restaurants and bars, they’re a great base for exploring nearby attractions, shopping, culture and family-friendly days out.
Best for: Families with older children and teens looking for a stylish city break with great food, character and plenty to explore nearby.
Accommodation Types
Family rooms from around £45 per night,
Across the collection, families can choose from family rooms, larger rooms, suites and selected connecting rooms, depending on the individual hotel. Some properties offer sofa beds or extra beds, while cots are generally available for younger children, so it’s worth checking the specific hotel before booking.
Family-friendly features vary by location, but many Malmaison hotels offer spacious rooms, lifts, accessible accommodation and flexible room configurations. Most hotels are also dog friendly, although pet policies and charges vary between properties. Breakfast is available at most locations but is generally an additional cost unless included in your chosen rate.
As room layouts and facilities differ quite significantly across the collection, we’ve highlighted the best family-friendly options at each Malmaison hotel rather than treating them all the same.
Our favourite Malmaison Hotels perfect for families
Malmaison York
Our Malmaison pick:
Best for families wanting a stylish York stay right in the city centre, with York Minster, JORVIK, the Shambles and the city walls all within easy reach.
Why choose Malmaison York
This one stands out for its rooftop SORA restaurant and views across York, alongside the relaxed Chez Mal Brasserie & Bar. Set inside a former landmark insurance building, it has plenty of character, while its central location means you can explore York almost entirely on foot.
Transport:
York Station is around 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel, making it a great choice for families travelling by train. Once you arrive, York’s compact city centre is very walkable, so you won’t need a car for most attractions.
Accommodation
The Family Suite is the standout option for families, with a king-size bedroom and separate living area that can be converted into an additional bedroom for children. Selected twin rooms can also work for families with a sofa bed or by booking neighbouring rooms. Extra beds are available for children aged 3–14 in selected rooms for around £30 per night, while cots are available for babies.
Breakfast
Breakfast is served at Chez Mal, with weekday breakfast from 7am–10am and weekend breakfast from 8am–11am. Check your chosen rate to see whether breakfast is included when booking.
Malmaison Edinburgh City
Our Malmaison pick:
Best for families wanting to explore Edinburgh’s Old Town and New Town on foot, with the castle, Royal Mile and Princes Street all within easy reach.
Why choose Malmaison Edinburgh City
This is a great pick for a walkable Edinburgh city break, with a stylish boutique feel and a central location that puts the city’s biggest sights on your doorstep. It’s particularly good for families with older children and teens who will enjoy exploring the historic streets, shops and attractions.
Transport:
Edinburgh Waverley Station is around 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel, making it easy to arrive by train. The hotel is right in the city centre, so a car isn’t needed for exploring Edinburgh.
Accommodation
Families can choose from Double, Twin, Deluxe and Suite options, with some larger rooms offering additional space. Cots are available for babies, while extra beds and family configurations depend on the room type, so check the individual room when booking. The hotel is set within a historic building, so room sizes and layouts can vary.
Breakfast
Breakfast is served at the hotel and includes a range of continental and cooked options. Breakfast is generally an additional cost unless it is included within your chosen room rate, so check when booking.
Malmaison Cheltenham
Our Malmaison pick:
Best for families wanting a stylish base for exploring Cheltenham and the Cotswolds, with plenty of attractions, parks and family days out within easy reach.
Why choose Malmaison Cheltenham
This is one for families who want Cotswolds charm with a little city style. The hotel is set in the heart of Cheltenham, close to the Promenade, shops and restaurants, while the wider Cotswolds, including Bourton-on-the-Water and the Cotswold Farm Park, are an easy drive away.
Transport:
Cheltenham Spa railway station is around 10 minutes by car from the hotel. The town centre is walkable, but a car is useful if you want to explore the wider Cotswolds and nearby family attractions.
Accommodation
Families can choose from Standard, Club and Deluxe rooms, as well as larger suites. Selected rooms can accommodate families with additional beds or sofa beds, while cots are available for babies. Room layouts vary, so check the individual room configuration when booking.
Breakfast
Breakfast is served at the hotel, with continental and cooked options available. Breakfast is generally an additional cost unless included in your chosen room rate, so check the booking details before travelling.
Malmaison Brighton
Our Malmaison pick:
Best for families wanting a fun, colourful Brighton stay with brilliant harbour views, right on the waterfront and within easy walking distance of the city’s biggest attractions.
Why choose Malmaison Brighton
This is one of our favourites for a fun family city break, thanks to its bold, colourful interiors and fantastic waterfront setting. Step outside and you’re right by Brighton Marina, with the seafront, shops, restaurants and entertainment all on your doorstep. It’s a great base for exploring Brighton on foot, with plenty to keep children and teens entertained.
Transport:
Brighton Station is around 15 minutes by car or approximately 25–30 minutes by bus. The hotel is well connected by local buses, and once you’re in the marina area, much of the seafront can be explored on foot. A car isn’t essential, although it can be useful for exploring beyond Brighton.
Accommodation
Rooms have a bright, playful feel, with a range of Standard, Deluxe and larger room options. Family rooms and sofa-bed configurations are available in selected room types, while cots can be requested for younger children. Some rooms offer fantastic views across Brighton Marina, which are particularly worth considering for a family stay.
Breakfast
Breakfast is served at the hotel with continental and cooked options available. It is generally an additional cost unless included in your chosen rate, so check when booking.
Malmaison Aberdeen
Our Malmaison pick:
Best for families wanting a stylish city break with easy access to Aberdeen’s coast and countryside, including the beach, harbour and family attractions.
Why choose Malmaison Aberdeen
This is a great option if you want to combine city exploring with a taste of the coast. Set in Aberdeen’s lively city centre, the hotel has Malmaison’s signature bold interiors and relaxed atmosphere, while Aberdeen Beach, the harbour and attractions such as Duthie Park and Aberdeen Maritime Museum are all within easy reach.
Transport:
Aberdeen railway station is around 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel, making it easy to arrive by train. The city centre is walkable, and local buses make it simple to reach Aberdeen Beach and attractions further afield. A car isn't essential for a city stay, but is useful if you want to explore the wider Aberdeenshire coastline.
Accommodation
Families can choose from Double, Twin, Club and Deluxe rooms, alongside larger suites for families wanting more space. Selected rooms can accommodate children with additional beds or sofa beds, while cots are available for babies. Room layouts vary, so check the individual room configuration when booking.
Breakfast
Breakfast is served at the hotel with continental and cooked options available. It is generally an additional cost unless included in your chosen room rate, so check the booking details before travelling
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