Planning a family trip to London is exciting, but choosing where to stay can make or break the whole experience. Hotels are convenient, but they’re not always built for families. Self-catering apartments give you the space, flexibility, and practicality that travelling with children genuinely demands. Here’s why The Beverley Apartments in Victoria should be at the top of your list.
Space for Everyone
The biggest challenge of a family hotel stay is space, or the lack of it. Squeezing a family of four or five into a standard hotel room is stressful for everyone. Self-catering apartments solve that problem immediately.
At The Beverley Apartments, our Family Apartment spans 927 ft² across two separate bedrooms, a spacious living room with two sofa beds, and three bathrooms. Everyone has their own space – the adults can unwind in the evening once the children are settled, and nobody has to tiptoe around a shared room trying not to wake anyone up.
A Kitchen Changes Everything
Travelling with children means navigating fussy eaters, early mealtimes, and the relentless cost of eating out three times a day. A fully equipped kitchen puts you back in control.
Stock up at one of the supermarkets near Victoria Station on your first day, and you can make breakfast every morning, pack lunches for days out, and cook a proper dinner when everyone’s exhausted after a day of sightseeing. The savings quickly add up, and children are almost always happier eating familiar food in a relaxed space than sitting through another restaurant meal.
A Washing Machine for Longer Stays
Pack lighter and stay longer. Our apartments at The Beverley come with a washing machine – a game changer for families who would otherwise need to either pack enormous suitcases or pay for hotel laundry services. Travel light, wash as you go, and use the luggage budget on something more enjoyable.
The Location
Victoria is one of the best areas in London for a family stay. Here’s why:
- Victoria Station is just a short walk from The Beverley Apartments, giving you immediate access to the Underground, National Rail, and the Gatwick Express. Getting around London with children is straightforward from here.
- Buckingham Palace is within easy walking distance and the Changing of the Guard is one of London’s most child-friendly free experiences. Colourful, musical, and genuinely spectacular, it’s a highlight of any family trip.
- St James’s Park is one of London’s most beautiful royal parks and a brilliant space for children to run around between sightseeing stops. Feed the ducks, spot the pelicans, and enjoy a picnic lunch on the grass.
- Westminster and the Houses of Parliament bring history to life in a way that even younger children find engaging – especially Big Ben and the iconic views from Westminster Bridge.
- Natural History Museum and Science Museum are both within easy reach via the Underground – two of London’s best free family attractions and a must on any family itinerary.
Tips for a Family Stay in London
- Book the Changing of the Guard in advance. It’s free to watch, but knowing the schedule before you go makes all the difference. Check the official Royal Family website for confirmed dates and times.
- Get Oyster cards for everyone. Children under 11 travel free on London’s public transport – adults save money too with an Oyster card rather than buying individual tickets.
- Plan rest time. London is enormous, and children tire quickly. Building a rest break at the apartment into your daily plan keeps everyone in good spirits and makes the days more enjoyable overall.
- Use the apartment as a base, not just a bedroom. A self-catering apartment is most valuable when you treat it as a home – cook breakfast together, spread out the map on the kitchen table, and come back for a proper rest in the afternoon before heading out again in the evening.
- Pack snacks. London is expensive and hungry children don’t wait for the next restaurant. A well-stocked snack bag from the local supermarket solves a lot of problems.
The Beverley Apartments – London’s Best Family Base
Our Family Apartment is designed for exactly this – a spacious, self-catering retreat in the heart of Westminster, steps from Victoria Station and some of London’s greatest family-friendly attractions.
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