An international hostel network, Hostelling International (HI) has locations all over the world, with a concentration in Europe. While it is beneficial to be a card-holding HI member, non-members are still welcome with a small additional fee. Private family accommodations are available that usually consist of dorm-style rooms with two or three bunk beds, sleeping four to six people.
Hostelling International
44 (0) 1707 324170
hihostels.com
The three-star budget hotel recommended by hostel-goers from all over the world is the family-friendly Ace Hotel. Located in a residential area near Barons Court and West Kensington tube stations, Ace Hotel offers private accommodations, free breakfast, social events, and a hot tub. Children under 16 must stay with their parents. Linens are included, and towel rentals are available. In addition to shower, luggage storage, and laundry facilities, the hotel offers Internet and a TV and game room.
Ace Hotel
16-22 Gunterstone Road
West Kensington, London, W14 9BU
0207 602 660
ace-hotel.co.uk
Tucked away from the city center with a shuttle service that takes guests where they need to go, both the Villa Saint Exupery Garden and and Villa Staint Expery Beach locations welcome children and pets. Amenities include currency exchange, Wi-Fi with free computers, laundry, free airport pick-up, and a communal kitchen. The hostel will also organize adventure tours and activities, such as sailing, canyoning, scuba diving as well as snow and water skiing. A cereal breakfast and free parking are also included. Group rates and private accommodations are available.
Villa Saint Exupery Gardens
22 Avenue Gravier
06100 Nice, France
+33 493 84 42 83
Villa Saint Exupéry Beach
6 rue Sacha-Guitry
06000 Nice, France
+33 493 161 345
villahostels.com
At the cleverly-named Czech Inn in Prague, families can choose from private room or even apartment options. With free breakfast, shuttle service, Wi-Fi, linens, secure luggage storage with in-room safes, and a cafe, the inn caters to its guests like a hotel. Though the inn sits in a quieter district with less tourist traffic, events like trivia nights, gallery openings, and live music provide guests with opportunities for community life without going out on the town.
Czech Inn
Francouzská 76
101 00 Prague
Czech Republic
czech-inn.com
