The question I am probably asked more often than any other is if I can recommend any hotel rooms which sleep 5 and do not break the bank. The struggle is real! Especially during peak travel times.
I have searched high and low to try and find a list of reasonably priced hotel rooms which sleep 5 in Northern England. Please note, I have not tried and tested these rooms myself so they are a starting point for your research rather than a list of recommendations. Family rooms tend to state they can sleep a maximum of 2 adults + kids so many of these may not be suitable for families with older teens or a group of 5 adults (not that I would want to share a room with teens anyway).
I hope you find this list useful, please email Sam@NorthEastFamilyFun.co.uk if you have any other recommendations for me to add to this list. The more the merrier! Prices and details checked March 2021. Please check details direct with hotels before booking as information can change.
Before we jump in, let's look at the alternatives.
Alternative Accommodation (which sleep 5) & Tips
Book Two Budget Hotel Rooms
The Premier Inn links in this section are affiliate links.
We often book two Premier Inn rooms with their £29 deal so manage to stay overnight for less than £60 which is still an excellent deal. We have used this method to book Premier Inn Glasgow at the end of July and Premier Inn Doncaster Lakeside as a place to stay when we visit Yorkshire Wildlife Park later this summer (fingers crossed anyway).
When the kids were very young, we would sometimes sneak an extra child in and just top and tail but now they are older there is no chance of us doing that.
You can check out the latest Premier Inn Deals here.
We have stayed in many Premier Inns over the years and never had a problem. They are always clean and comfortable. Our favourites have been:
- Premier Inn Waterways (Stratford Upon Avon)
- Premier Inn Bispham (Blackpool)
- Premier Inn Chester Central North (Chester Zoo)
- Nottingham Castle Marina Hotel (good stop-off on the way to Wales)
- Cardiff City Centre South
- Premier Inn Hayle (St Ives)
- Premier Inn Manchester Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Liverpool One
- Premier Inn Scarborough
Stay, Play, Explore
Stay, Play, Explore is a fantastic short-break company which I would recommend. Their deals include an overnight stay plus entry to three attractions and offer fantastic value (read about our experience and more about booking here).
Some of the hotels in this deal allow you to sleep 5 in one room despite not being able to do this direct so it's worth a look.
YHA private rooms
We have stayed in a couple of Youth Hostels over the years and some of their private rooms are really nice and come with en-suites. Most rooms are made up of bunks only but some include a double too. Our favourite was YHA Sherwood Forest (read our full review here). They have private rooms for 5 with your own terrace from £69.
Search family rooms available at YHA here. PS Don't forget to book YHA through TopCashback to grab a bit of a discount. If you aren't a member, join for FREE using my referral link here.
City Centre Apartments / Air BnB
Sometimes staying in a city centre apartment or Air BnB works out as a better option than a hotel. Just check how many beds will actually be in the property as often I see places advertised as sleeping 5 but they only have two double beds which isn't ideal for us.
Booking.com is a good place to start when searching but I prefer to book direct when possible. If it is your first time booking with Air BnB, try to read as many reviews as possible before booking, check the t&cs carefully and look out for Superhosts where possible.
If booking through Booking.com, make sure you click through TopCashBack to earn some money back (use my referral link to join here for a little bonus if you aren't already a member).
Glamping / Lodges / Caravan
If visiting somewhere during the warmer months or for an extended stay, we often find that booking a lodge/glamping site or caravan works out to be a fair bit cheaper. I highly recommend ReadyCamp who host Safari Tents in a number of prime locations across the UK for less than £250 for 3 nights.
Caravan parks are also often a good alternative to a hotel - we have stayed for as little as £79 for 5 of us at a few Haven sites over the years. Even if you need to leave early, it can still work out far cheaper than a hotel.
Camping
When my children were younger and we were on a really tight budget, our go-to option was camping. Once you have bought your kit (or borrowed), you can find sites for around £20-£30 across peak dates and there is more than enough room for 5.
Give hotels a call
Often when searching online, you will only be given a limited number of options. Give the hotel a call, explain your circumstances and see if they can squeeze in an extra bed. We have stayed in many rooms over the years which have only allowed up to 4 people to book online yet have ample room and can easily sleep more. Sometimes hotels have accommodated us, it's always worth a phone call - Matfen Hall and the Park Head Hotel in Bishop Auckland are examples of this.
I also know some families who bring their own blow up bed and blankets for little ones.
Family Hotel Rooms for 5 in North Yorkshire
The Jonas Centre, Leyburn
You will find The Jonas Centre in Wensleydale in the Yorkshire Dales. The centre is managed by a Christian charity who hope to provide a peaceful place for families to relax away from the stresses of everyday life. Accomodation is a log cabin rather than a hotel room but I wanted to include them as they are very reasonable with a set charge of £250-£325 per short break. Each cabin sleeps 5. Find out more and book here.
Blossoms, York
Blossoms is a B&B in York City Centre, a 10 minute walk from the train station. They offer a number of family rooms, including a large family room which sleeps 6. Find out more and book here.
Dean Court Hotel, York
The Dean Court Hotel in York is part of the Best Western Premier Collection. They are an example of a rare 4* hotel which offers rooms for 5. You don't seem to be able to book their room for 5 via their website so please email or call the hotel with any enquiries. Find out more here.
Diamonds Guest House, York
Diamonds Guest House offer comfortable accommodation in York. This Victorian Town House offers a range of room sizes including a family deluxe room which sleeps up to 7. Find out more and book here.
Ashburton House B&B, Scarborough
The Raincliffe Hotel, Scarborough
The Raincliffe Hotel is a traditional family-run B&B in Scarborough. This hotel welcomes children over the age of 8 (not sure what they have against little ones!) and one of their family rooms sleeps 5. Find out more and book online here.
Family Hotel Rooms for 5 in North East England
Stay Coastal , Whitley Bay
Stay Coastal offer luxury serviced apartments in the heart of Whitley Bay. Their family studio can accommodate families of 6. Find out more and book here.
Cara Guest House, Whitley Bay
The Cara Guest House is a family-run guest house in the heart of Whitley Bay. Their family room sleeps 5 and offers sea views. Find out more and book here.
The Metropolitan, Whitley Bay
The Metropolitan in Whitley Bay is a modern Hotel just a stone's throw from the beach. Their Quadruple room can accommodate families of 5. Find out more and book here.
Dyke Neuk Inn, Northumberland
The Dyke Neuk Inn is a popular pub in Meldon, Northumberland. They offer a family room which sleeps 5. Find out more and book here.
Hotel Express NewcastleGateshead
The Hotel Express NewcastleGateshead is a recently refurbished hotel, 1.1 miles from the City Centre. Their family executive room can sleep up to 5. Find out more and book here.
Family Hotel Rooms for 5 in the Lake District
Ambrose Hotel, Barrow in Furness
The Ambrose Hotel in Barrow in Furness has a family room which can sleep up to 5. There is a bar on site and pets are welcome too. Find out more and book here.
The Old Ginn House Inn, Great Clifton
The Old Ginn House is a popular 4* Inn situated in the Lake District (West). Their superior family room can sleep up to 5. Find out more and book here.
The Mansion, Whitehaven
The Mansion is technically a B&B but they also have their own pool, sauna and steam room too plus a lovely garden terrace. Their family room can accommodate families of 5. Find out more and book here.
Family Hotel Rooms for 5 in West Yorkshire
Cambridge Hotel, Huddersfield
The Cambridge Hotel is a modern 3* hotel in Huddersfield. Their 'Quin Room' can accommodate families of 5. Find out more and book here.
Family Hotel Rooms for 5 in South Yorkshire
Holiday Inn Rotherham
The Holiday Inn Rotherham has several options for families of 5 including an Executive twin room - (two double beds and one single), The hotel has its own pool & fitness centre. Find out more and book here.
Family Hotel Rooms for 5 in Liverpool
The Brownlows Hotel
The Brownlows Hotel has a large family room which sleeps 5 and is available from just £59 per night which is a bit of a bargain. The room is above a pub but the hotel has good reviews and it's in a central location. Find out more and book here.
Family Hotel Rooms for 5 in Cheshire
The Gulliver's Hotel, Warrington
The Gulliver's Hotel is part of a wider theme park but guests can stay here without visiting if they wish. Expect a range of rooms from standard family rooms up to themed suites. Their Western Suite can accommodate families of 6 and will transport you back to the Wild West or their Super Family Suite can sleep up to 5 and is available for under £100 per night. Find out more and book here.
Family Hotel Rooms for 5 in Manchester
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Family Hotel Rooms for 5 in Blackpool
Interested in visiting Blackpool? Check out these posts:
Big Blue Blackpool
We have stayed at the Big Blue Blackpool and highly recommend (check out our review here). Their family rooms sleep 5 and come with little extras including Snakes and Ladders and games consoles. This hotel can be expensive but there are bargains to be had, especially out of season. I have spotted overnight stays for less than £100 in the past. Find out more and book here.
Sunny Ives
Sunny Ives is a highly rated guest house in the heart of Blackpool. Their family room can accommodate 5 guests. Find out more and book here.
The Darfield Hotel
The Darfield Hotel is a 5 minute walk from Blackpool Tower and is rated as 'very good' on Booking.com. They offer a wide range of accommodation for families including rooms which sleep 5. Find out more and book here.
The Albert Hotel
The Albert Hotel is also home to a microbar and offers a family room which sleeps 5. Find out more and book here.
The Trafford Hotel
The Trafford Hotel is a licensed hotel in the heart of Blackpool just a 5 minute stroll from the tower. You may have seen them on Channel 4's Four in a Bed. They offer 2 family suites which can sleep 5. Find out more and book here.
Camelot Seafront Hotel
The Camelot Seafront Hotel is well positioned on Blackpool's prom. Recently refurbished, some rooms also offer sea views. Their family room on the top floor can sleep 5. Find out more and book here.
The Winning Post
The Winning Post has recently undergone a total refurbishment and offers accommodation on a room only basis. Their family room (room 8) can sleep 5. Find out more and book here.
Elsewhere in the Country (although maybe not 'budget')
- Potters Resort in Norfolk is a wonderful all inclusive holiday resort with hotel rooms which sleep 6. Read our full review here.
- The Wave Hotel at Butlins Bognor Regis has rooms which can accommodate 6. Read our full review here.
- The Sands Resort, Newquay offers hotel rooms which sleep 5. Read our full review here.
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