The 20 best UK family holiday parks with hot tubs

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I’ve been hunting for the best family-friendly UK holiday parks that offer accommodation with hot tubs, and I’ve found 20 brilliant options well-suited to staycations with the kids. As well as lodges with hot tubs, these holiday parks have great facilities, kids’ activities and days out nearby for the perfect family getaway. Hopefully my top picks will offer you a brilliant blend of relaxation and fun with the kids. I’ve tried to cover a wide range of location options too including Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Lincolnshire, the New Forest, the Lake District, the Isle of Wight, Yorkshire, Wales and Scotland – to name just a few! So, if you’re planning a UK staycation, here are my top 20 picks for family-friendly holiday parks offering hot tubs and a whole load of fun!

1. Away Resorts: Sandy Balls Holiday Village, New Forest

One of the best located holiday 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. Parkdean Resorts: Cayton Bay Holiday Park, Yorkshire

Cayton Bay is one of best Parkdean Resorts holiday parks for kids’ activities – so it’s the perfect base for family-friendly getaways and you can book lodges with hot tubs for a little bit of luxury. Located on the beautiful Yorkshire coastline, it’s a haven for nature lovers and beach enthusiasts. On-site, the kids can enjoy facilities like an indoor pool complex with a waterslide, an adventure playground, crazy golf, hoverboards, high ropes, table tennis, sports, VR and a full entertainment programme! For fun days out, its proximity to the historic town of Scarborough and the scenic North York Moors provides ample opportunities for exploring. And, Flamingo Land, North Bay Railway and Go Ape Dalby are all just a short drive away too. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Cayton Bay Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

3. Away Resorts: 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.

4. Parkdean Resorts: Fallbarrow Holiday Park, Lake District

One of the quieter holiday parks, the lodges with hot tubs overlook the lake at Fallbarrow Parkdean Resorts so it’s a fabulous choice for a peaceful family getaway in the Lake District. For the kids, there’s a games area and a playground – but the real fun lies in its brilliant location as this site is situated on the shores of Lake Windermere. If you prefer a more nature-based break, this park offers the perfect place to unwind. There are some fabulous days out nearby too, as you’ll find attractions like Windermere Lake Cruises, Wray Castle, Zip World Windermere and charming villages like Ambleside just a short drive away. There are lots of water sports available as well – have a go at kayaking, sailing or paddle-boarding! For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Fallbarrow Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

5: Haven Holidays: Golden Sands Holiday Park, Lincolnshire

If you love a Haven holiday, you’ll be pleased to know that they do offer hot tub lodges at one of their sites – Golden Sands Holiday Park in Lincolnshire. It looks like a great spot for kids too with indoor and outdoor swimming pools with waterslides, a fishing lake and an ‘adventure village’ with the Jump, a climbing wall, tank ride ons, ranger activities, crafts, high ropes, pedal-karts and sports courts – there’s plenty to do! Plus, the site is in a great location for a seaside holiday as it sits opposite a lovely sandy beach with dunes. When it comes to days out you can pack up a picnic and wander the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds. Or, visit family-friendly attractions like Fantasy Island Amusement Park, Wolds Wildlife Park and Rand Farm Park. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Golden Sands Holiday Park on the Haven website.

6. Away Resorts: 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! 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 too – so it offers a good balance between relaxation, location and activities to keep the kids busy. There are hot tub accommodation options as well, if you’d like a little bit of luxury, as well as an indoor swimming pool so the kids can have fun whatever the weather. You’ll find some great days out nearby too – 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.

7. Parkdean Resorts: Carmarthen Bay Holiday Park, Wales

Carmarthen Bay Holiday Park sits on the Gwendraeth Estry – this site really couldn’t be in a more scenic spot and it’s the perfect base for a family holiday in Wales. Choose to have a peaceful getaway, relaxing back at your hot tub lodge, or get stuck in to all of the activities available on site. There’s an indoor swimming pool with a waterslide, soft play, an adventure playground, crazy golf, an arcade and all sorts on offer. It’s in a great location for days out with the kids, you’ll find Pembrey Country Park half an hour away with 8 miles of Blue Flag beach, forest walks, a ski slope and a toboggan run! There are a couple of castles nearby too, and Manor Wildlife Park and Folly Farm are both around 50 minutes drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Carmarthen Bay Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

8. Parkdean Resorts: Lower Hyde Holiday Park, Isle of Wight

There are loads of holiday parks that offer accommodation with hot tubs on the Isle of Wight so it’s the perfect base for a relaxing family getaway – and Lower Hyde is a popular choice for adventures with the kids. The park boasts facilities and activities like the indoor and outdoor pools, a waterslide, hoverboards, battle blasters, arts & crafts and sports courts. Its convenient location offers easy access to sandy beaches and popular family days out. Robin Hill Adventure Park is 15 minutes away, Blackgang Chine is a 25 minute drive and Amazon World Zoo is just 10 minutes down the road. Check out my Lower Hyde Review for all the details – we stayed here a few years ago and had a brilliant holiday. (Though no hot tub sadly! 😂) For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Lower Hyde Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

9. Parkdean Resorts: Warmwell Holiday Park, Dorset

Warmwell Holiday Park, in Dorset, is one of the best options for a year-round family holiday. This Parkdean Resorts is set up for all weathers – with loads of kids’ activities, Winter Wonderland Christmas breaks and lodges with hot tubs to keep you warm over the cooler months (though it would be fabulous in the summer too!). The park boasts a 110m dry ski slope, an indoor heated pool with a waterslide, a roller rink, a VR area, high ropes, adventure golf, a sports dome and all sorts! For family-friendly days out, you’ll find places like Monkey World, the Tank Museum and Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park all less than half an hour’s drive. Plus, Durdle Door is just 20 minutes away and you can reach the brilliant Paultons Park (with Peppa Pig World) in an hour. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Warmwell Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

10. Away Resorts: 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 holiday park has lots of 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.

11. Parkdean Resorts: Tummel Valley Holiday Park, Scotland

For families who prefer a more peaceful break, Tummel Valley Holiday Park offers a calm countryside setting close to scenic woodlands and nature trails in Scotland. The park provides a variety of accommodations, including luxury lodges with private hot tubs, ideal for relaxation amidst Scotland’s natural beauty. Amenities include a heated indoor pool with aqua activities, a bar and restaurant, adventure golf, sports and a children’s play area. Its strategic location makes it a perfect starting point for exploring nearby attractions such as Pitlochry and the Cairngorms National Park. For adventurous days out, Highland Safaris and Nae Limits Adventure Activities are both within a 30 minute drive too. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Tummel Valley Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

12. Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks, Devon

The Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks are another great option for family-friendly holidays with the kids – they have 3 parks on the gorgeous North Devon coastline, and (regardless of which one you stay at) you can use the facilities at all three. With indoor and outdoor pools, waterslides, arcades, segways, soft play, evening entertainment, beautiful beaches nearby and loads of kids’ activities – there’s lots on offer to keep the whole family busy. You can enjoy a touch of indulgence without breaking the bank. We recently enjoyed a hot tub holiday at Woolacombe Bay (on their Twitchen House site) and had such a brilliant time. There are some fantastic days out nearby too – The Milky Way Adventure Park and North Devon Wake Park are both an hour’s drive away. Click here to check out my Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park review for all the details.

13. Away Resorts: The Lakes Rookley Holiday Park, Isle of Wight

One of the most well-located holiday parks for a family getaway on the Isle of Wight, The Lakes Rookley Resort is close to local attractions and it’s a popular choice for holidays with hot tubs. This site 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.

14. Parkdean Resorts: Cherry Tree Holiday Park, Norfolk

Situated near the vibrant seaside town of Great Yarmouth, Cherry Tree Holiday Park is an excellent choice for families seeking a coastal retreat. You can enjoy a range of facilities and activities including indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools, an adventure playground, hoverboards, pedal-kart hire, mini 4×4 adventures, sports and family-friendly entertainment. This Parkdean Resorts site also has some hot tub accommodation options if you’d like a holiday with a little bit of luxury. When it comes to days out, the Norfolk Broads are nearby and there are some brilliant family attractions on offer too – Africa Alive Zoo, SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth and Pleasurewood Hills are all within half an hour’s drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Cherry Tree Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

15. Parkdean Resorts: Sandford Holiday Park, Dorset

One of the best holiday parks for family getaways in Dorset, Sandford Parkdean Resorts offer lodges with hot tubs and loads of fun for the kids. The park has both the indoor and outdoor swimming pools, complete with a waterslide and splash play areas. There’s also high ropes, a VR area, crazy golf, bungee trampolines, archery, soft play, sports courts, pedal karts and the Bear Grylls Survival Academy – so there’s plenty to keep kids of all ages busy. Its proximity to the stunning Jurassic Coast, including Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, makes it an ideal base for exploring too! For family-friendly days out, the fantastic Paultons Park (with Peppa Pig World) is just 45 minutes away, and Monkey World and the Tank Museum are both around a 15 minute drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Sandford Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

16. Parkdean Resorts: White Cross Bay Holiday Park, Lake District

Another holiday park situated in a beautiful spot on Lake Windermere, White Cross Bay is also a fabulous choice for a getaway in the Lake District. This site offers an indoor swimming pool, as well as a spa with a jacuzzi, sauna and a steam room – perfect for grown-ups in need of some peace and quiet. Plus, with hot tub lodges too, this Parkdean Resorts getaway offers families a brilliant place to unwind. For the kids there’s an arcade, woodland trails, sports, arts & crafts and an adventure playground. There are some fabulous days out nearby as well – you’ll find attractions like Windermere Outdoor Adventure Centre, Windermere Lake Cruises and Zip World Windermere all within a few minutes drive of the holiday park. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out White Cross Bay Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

17. Away Resorts: 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.

18. Away Resorts: Bude Holiday Resort, Cornwall

If you’ve been hunting for family-friendly holiday parks in Cornwall, Bude Holiday Resort is a brilliant option – the park has accommodation options 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. Plus, there are hot tub accommodation options available for a little bit of luxury. 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.

19. Parkdean Resorts: Southview Holiday Park, Skegness

Southview Holiday Park, in Skegness, ticks all the boxes if you’re after a fun family beach getaway. You can book a lodge with a hot tub too – as this Parkdean Resorts site has lots of accommodation options – there’s even a hotel! It’s just a short 10 minute drive from Skegness’ sandy shore, and the park itself is jam packed with kid-friendly activities! From arts & crafts, to crazy golf, high ropes, battle zone shooting, laser tag, bungee trampolines, hoverboards and more, there’s no chance you’ll get bored. There’s even a Bear Grylls Survival Academy and an indoor swimming pool! There are some brilliant days out nearby too – Natureland Seal Sanctuary, Lincolnshire Wildlife Park and Tattershall Farm Park are all within a 40 minute drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Southview Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

20. Parkdean Resorts: Landguard Holiday Park, Isle of Wight

Landguard Holiday Park, on the Isle of Wight, shares its facilities with sister park Lower Hyde, so you can hop between them to enjoy both indoor and outdoor swimming pools (with pool activities like kayaking, water jets and water walkerz), waterslides, arcade games, play areas and kids’ clubs. The hot tub lodges offer a peaceful escape when you’re ready to unwind, and this Parkdean Resorts site is just a short drive to the beach if you fancy some seaside fun with the kids. It’s in a convenient location for family-friendly days out too, with lots of attractions nearby. Robin Hill Adventure Park is just 10 minutes away, Blackgang Chine is around a 20 minute drive and Amazon World Zoo is only 5 minutes down the road – perfect! For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Landguard Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

I hope this article has been helpful in narrowing down the best options for UK holidays with hot tubs – you’re spoilt for choice with all of these brilliant family-friendly holiday parks. With plenty of kids’ activities and amazing days out nearby, I’m sure you’ll have a fun staycation with the little ones wherever you end up. If you have any other suggestions I’d love to hear them – and let me know if you’ve visited any of these holiday parks. We’re hoping to go to a few more so I’ll add in my reviews as we do. You can send me a message in the comments or come and join me on Facebook or Instagram. And, for more UK staycation articles make sure you keep scrolling. Happy holidays! 😍