A short hop over the water from southern England, the Seaview Hotel on the Isle of Wight is a quirky hotel with excellent food and staff for whom nothing is too much trouble. The quiet seaside location makes it ideal for low-key family holidays and breaks where the emphasis is very much on home comforts, including hot-water bottles and mugs of Horlicks. This isn't a cheap option, but for a luxury short break with kids it's a great choice, as well as a fine base for exploring the Isle of Wight.

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Booking.com
What to Expect:
Babysitting; extra charge.
£275-375 a night for the Apartment sleeping 5, including breakfast.
28 bedrooms and suites.
The Apartment sleeps up to 5 in 2 double bedrooms and a single child's room.
The Vault Suite sleeps up to 4 in a double room and a bunk-bed room.
The Brian Gardener Suite sleeps up to 8 in 4 double bedrooms, with a drawing room.
The Jasmine Suite sleeps up to 4 in a double bedroom and a small lounge with extra beds.
Seaview Modern Rooms sleep up to 4 in a double room with space for an extra bed and cot.
2 restaurants (with children's menus) and 3 bars.
Beauty treatments.
A 45-minute ferry ride from Southampton, Portsmouth or Lymington in Hampshire.
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