The 10 best Away Resorts family holidays with hot tubs

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If you’re looking for lodges with hot tubs for your UK family staycation, an Away Resorts getaway might just be one of the best options – they have some great parks for holidays with the kids that offer lots to do alongside a little bit of luxury. So for a getaway that’ll keep the kids happy, whilst offering some rest and relaxation too, you’re in the right place. I’ve hunted out the 10 best Away Resorts holiday parks for an amazing family UK staycation, and they all have hot tubs available! 😍

1. Sandy Balls Holiday Village, New Forest

One of the best located Away Resorts parks for family days out, Sandy Balls Holiday Village offers a tranquil retreat in the New Forest with a variety of accommodation options including lodges with hot tubs. Read my Sandy Balls Review for all the details – we didn’t have a hot tub but we did have a lovely time! The park offers on-site amenities like indoor and outdoor swimming pools, soft play, bike hire, mini rovers, archery, arts & crafts, a playground, entertainment and even alpaca walks. The surrounding area is great for outdoor activities too, as the New Forest is just a few minutes from the park. For family-friendly days out, you’ll find Paultons Park / Peppa Pig World, Moors Valley Country Park (with Go Ape) and the New Forest Water Park all within a 20 minute drive – perfect! For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Sandy Balls on the Away Resorts website.

2. Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park, Isle of Wight

Nestled on the coast of the Isle of Wight, Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park offers families stunning sea views and direct beach access – with hot tub accommodation options available too. There’s a brilliant indoor pool with a waterslide, as well as an outdoor pool for summer visits, an entertainment programme, mini-golf, an arcade and an adventure playground – so there’s plenty to keep the whole family busy. The park also offers kids’ activities like archery, pottery painting, slime workshops and arts & crafts. It’s in a great spot for family-friendly days out – the site is around 20 minutes from Robin Hill Adventure Park, 45 minutes from Tapnell Farm Park and 30 minutes from both Osborne House and Carisbrooke Castle. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park on the Away Resorts website.

3. Retallack Resort, Cornwall

Away Resorts Retallack is one of the best holiday parks in Cornwall for action-packed family holidays – it’s a brilliant place to stay if the kids love water sports and you can book lodges with hot tubs for a little bit of luxury too. This site has its own waterpark with an inflatable obstacle course, a FlowRider for surfing, bike hire, wakeboarding and an adventure playground. There’s a spa for the adults – so it offers a good balance between relaxation, location and activities to keep the kids busy. The site has an indoor swimming pool so, whatever the weather, there’s plenty to keep the whole family busy. You’ll find some great days out nearby – it’s just 20 minutes from Newquay Zoo and 10 minutes from Camel Creek Adventure Park. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out the Retallack Resort on the Away Resorts website.

4. Tattershall Lakes Country Park, Lincolnshire

The lodges with hot tubs at Tattershall Lakes Country Park are a great option for a family getaway in Lincolnshire as this Away Resorts park has some of the best activities on offer for the kids. The lakeside retreat offers water sports for the whole family, alongside both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a splash pad, an aqua park on the lake and plenty of entertainment. It’s a great spot for an action-packed getaway, boasting things like high ropes, a zip wire adventure, laser tag, a NERF challenge, axe throwing, mini-landrovers, arts & crafts and all sorts! The park is well-located for days out too – you’ll find Fantasy Island Amusement Park, Lincolnshire Aviation Centre, Wolds Wildlife Park and Skegness beach all a 20-45 minute drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Tattershall Lakes on the Away Resorts website.

5. The Lakes Rookley Holiday Park, Isle of Wight

One of the best located holiday parks for a family getaway on the Isle of Wight, The Lakes Rookley Resort is close to local attractions and this Away Resorts site is popular choice for holidays with hot tubs. This park has both indoor and outdoor swimming pools – so you can swim whatever the weather – as well as an adventure playground and water sports like kayaking and paddle boarding which you can enjoy on the park’s own lake. There’s also an activity centre offering things like archery, crazy carts, slime workshops and arts & crafts for the kids. You won’t have to travel far for family-friendly days out as Robin Hill Adventure Park, Blackgang Chine and The Donkey Sanctuary are all within a 15 minute drive – brilliant! For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out The Lakes Rookley Holiday Park on the Away Resorts website.

6. Barmouth Bay Holiday Park, Wales

One of the quieter holiday parks, Barmouth Bay is located along the stunning coastline in North Wales – the site offers direct beach access and a variety of family-friendly accommodations, some with private hot tubs. You can enjoy on-site facilities like an indoor heated swimming pool, outdoor sports courts and adventure playgrounds. The location of this Away Resorts site provides the perfect base for exploring the natural beauty of Wales while enjoying a comfortable and affordable stay. There are some great spots for days out nearby too – take a ride on the Ffestiniog Highland Railway, walk in Coed Y Brenin Forest Park or learn about history at Llechwedd Slate Caverns which also offers a fun Zip World Experience. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Barmouth Bay Holiday Park on the Away Resorts website.

7. Bude Holiday Resort, Cornwall

If you’ve been hunting for family-friendly holiday parks in Cornwall, Bude Holiday Resort is another brilliant option – the park has lodges with hot tubs, a heated outdoor pool with a kids’ splash zone and it’s so well located! The site is close to Bude’s beaches and it even has private access to the South West Coastal Path. The resort is also partnered with Free Wave Surf Academy if you fancy riding the waves. You’re totally spoilt for choice when it comes to days out – The Big Sheep Farm and Theme Park, The Milky Way Adventure Park, Easiglide Segway Experience, Bude Monster Slip and Slide and Tintagel Castle are all no more than 45 minutes away – it’s in such a great location! For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Bude Holiday Resort on the Away Resorts website.

8. Piperdam Leisure Resort, Scotland

Set amidst the serene landscapes of Scotland, Piperdam Leisure Resort is one of the best Away Resorts options for a peaceful family retreat – at this luxury park the lodges with hot tubs sleep up to 12 people! (It’s a good option for multi-generational holidays, or a couple of families travelling together.) The site boasts amenities such as a golf course, an indoor swimming pool and a spa ensuring a relaxing stay. But, there’s plenty on offer for the kids too with a children’s soft play barn, pedal-karts, rip riders, indoor segways, junior landrovers and craft activities. When it comes to days out, you’ll find Dundee Science Centre, Camperdown Wildlife Centre and Glamis Castle nearby. Though, simply packing up a picnic and wandering the countryside looks perfect. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Piperdam Leisure Resort on the Away Resorts website.

9. Appletree Holiday Park, Lincolnshire

A highly-rated Away Resorts site in the Lincolnshire countryside, Appletree Holiday Park offers a range of family-friendly accommodation options including lodges with private hot tubs. The park features a golf course, a children’s play area, bike hire and an on-site restaurant – there’s something for the whole family. The outdoor splash zone is a great place for the little ones to play over the summer months, and there’s plenty of pet-friendly accommodation available too. The rural setting offers a peaceful escape whilst still being within reach of local attractions. For days out – Fantasy Island Amusement Park, Lincolnshire Aviation Centre, Wolds Wildlife Park and Rand Farm Park are all less than an hour’s drive away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Appletree Holiday Park on the Away Resorts website.

10. Mill Rythe Coastal Village, Hampshire

Mill Rythe Coastal Village is a fantastic holiday park on Hayling Island, making it a great base for exploring the south coast – there’s loads to do near this one. The holiday park boasts an indoor swimming pool as well as a children’s splash play area (perfect for the summer months), a playground, soft play, craft activities, mini-archery and plenty of green space for the kids to run around. It’s an easy drive to Portsmouth and the New Forest, making it perfect for day trips without spending a fortune – pack up a picnic and choose between the beach or the countryside. If you’re after some fun days out with the kids – Paultons Park with Peppa Pig World, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and New Forest Wildlife Park are all within an hour’s drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Mill Rythe Holiday Park on the Away Resorts website.

Who are Away Resorts?

Away Resorts are a UK-based holiday park company offering breaks across some beautiful, family-friendly locations. They’re all about giving guests a relaxed and modern holiday experience – think colourful lodges, quirky glamping and dog-friendly options. They have 25 locations across the UK and 19 of them have lodges with hot tubs – yay! (Click here to find out more about them if you’d like to check out the extra options not mentioned in this article.) Away Resorts have a really good reputation too – lots of their resorts score at least 4/5 on TripAdvisor which is reassuring. And, they offer lots of different accommodation options so you can find something that suits both your budget and your family.

Where are the Away Resorts holiday parks located?

Away Resorts have loads of sites – offering a wide range of countryside retreats, locations near the beach and, for some, even a bit of both! Here’s a full list of their current locations as well as which Away Resorts holiday parks are located in each place:

Cornwall: St Ives Bay, Retallack Resort, Newperran, Newquay Bay, Bude
Hampshire: Sandy Balls, Mill Rythe
Isle of Wight: Whitecliff Bay, The Lakes Rookley, St Helens, The Bay Colwell
Lincolnshire: Tattershall Lakes, Appletree, Cleethorpes Pearl, Kenwick Park
Yorkshire: The Bay Filey, Woodland Lakes
Dorset: East Fleet Farm, Swanage Bay View
Essex: Mersea Island
Nottinghamshire: Clumber Park
Scotland: Moffat Manor, Piperdam
Wales: Barmouth Bay, Golden Sands

Away Resorts or Haven?

So, which is better – Away Resorts or Haven? Honestly, it depends on what kind of holiday you’re after. While they each offer great family getaways, they have very different vibes. Away Resorts tends to feel a bit more relaxed and modern. The accommodation is often more varied – you’ll find everything from colourful caravans and luxury lodges to quirky glamping pods and hot tub lodges. Many of their parks have a boutique (slightly more grown-up) feel but they still offer plenty for families with things like kids’ activities, play areas and swimming pools.

One of the main perks of Away Resorts holidays is their date flexibility because, unlike most other UK holiday parks, there are no set arrival days and you can choose how many days you’d like to stay for. You don’t have to arrive on a Friday or a Monday, and you can book your preferred amount of nights. For our recent Away Resorts trip we stayed from Monday – Wednesday for less than £60 per night – we only needed 2 nights of accommodation so they offered the best flexibility and price options.

Haven, on the other hand, is much more traditional. Their parks are often larger, more focused on younger families and come with a full-on entertainment schedule – think mascots, stage shows, soft play and packed activity timetables. If your kids love non-stop action and character meet-and-greets, they’ll probably love Haven. You’ll mostly find standard caravans for accommodation (though some parks have upgraded lodges now too) and the facilities tend to be consistent across locations with extras like waterslides and activities like high-rope courses or inflatables. In terms of price both offer budget-friendly options as well as more premium choices, but Haven don’t have many hot tub holiday options – so Away Resorts is definitely your best bet if that’s what you’d prefer.

How can I save money on my Away Resorts holiday?

Luckily, there are loads of ways to save money on your Away Resorts holiday, making it a great choice for budget-conscious families – here are a few ways to cut costs:

Promo Codes & Offers: Check Away Resorts own website for discount codes – they’ll often advertise their promo codes directly on there.
Book Off-Peak: If you’re able to, book outside of school holidays for cheaper prices and quieter parks.
Book Last Minute: Check the last minute section on the Away Resorts website as they often have super cheap deals featured on there.
Split the Cost: Many parks offer lodges and caravans that sleep larger groups so consider sharing with family or friends to split the price – particularly if you’re visiting at peak times or looking for a pricier accommodation type like a hot tub holiday lodge.
Bring Your Own Food: Eating out on-site can be pricey, so bring snacks and easy meals to save on food costs as you’ll have a fully equipped self-catering kitchen.
Loyalty Discounts: It’s worth signing up to their newsletter as they’ll send you promo codes, sales and offers.

Which Away Resorts holiday park is best for children?

Looking at the holiday parks that offer lodges with hot tubs, I think that these are the 10 best options for an Away Resorts getaway with the kids – I’ve hunted out swimming pools, splash zones, kids’ activities and sites in brilliant locations for beach days, local attractions and family fun. As I touched on briefly above, we had a lovely stay at Sandy Balls in the New Forest in May so make sure you check out my Sandy Balls Holiday Village Review.

For even more child-friendly holiday park options with hot tub accommodation, check out my articles: The 20 best UK family holiday parks with hot tubs and The Ultimate Parkdean Resorts family hot tub holiday guide – Parkdean Resorts actually have 14 parks that offer lodges with hot tubs and there’s loads of activities and facilities for the kids too. And, wherever you end up on your UK family staycation, I hope this article helps you to find a brilliant spot for your getaway – the Away Resorts parks offer some of the best options for family holidays with hot tubs. Happy holidays! 😍