If you are thinking of visiting London then the first thing you need to sort out is your accommodation. Whilst it might seem the obvious choice to go for a hotel room have you thought about a serviced apartment? Not only will you get more space which is great for the family, but you could end up saving money too.

When taking a family break the last thing you want is for everyone to fall out. This can easily happen when you?re all crammed into a tiny room with nowhere to escape to. Even if you are only ever in your room to sleep and get ready in the morning, it is easy to get on each others nerves.

A serviced apartment is much like a home away from home. You get your own kitchen, lounge area, separate bedrooms, bathrooms etc. You do not have to worry about getting home before reception closes and the entire family is free to have their own pace. The only thing that is left to do is plan your trip and what to do in London.

How family friendly is a hotel?

When it comes down to it, how family friendly is a hotel really? If you are travelling with a large family you often need separate rooms. This can be very difficult with lots of children that need to be supervised, not to mention the cost! You need to always remember to carry a key around with you and if there are problems in the middle of the night it can be a real headache to deal with.

Some families, especially ones with much younger children, can be frowned upon in the restaurant or breakfast areas. It is just not a family friendly atmosphere; other hotel guests do not appreciate the loud noise and disturbance of kids. Some hotel restaurants are very cramped and they do not all provide high chairs.

Sometimes the menu itself can become a real problem if there are vegetarians in the family or anyone with special dietary requirements. All of this starts to mount up to a sore head and the family trip away has barely begun! How about an option that is much more family friendly and wont leave you with a pounding headache?

The benefits of a serviced apartment

If you are travelling with a family the benefits of a serviced apartment soon become very apparent and the entire family trip becomes a relaxing break away instead of a nightmare! If you do have any fussy eaters in the family it is simply a case of visiting the nearest supermarket or bringing the right foods with you.

With your own kitchen; meal times can become a family activity and there are no grumpy hotel guests to disturb! If you need some space to unwind after a long day out then serviced apartments offer some escape zones. Relax in your bedroom, in the living room or even on the balcony. You can still check on the rest of the family by leaving the door slightly ajar.

All in all, if you're travelling to London for a family break in 2010, a serviced apartment is a great choice.

Quality London Apartments have been offering high quality serviced apartments for over 4 years and would love to help you plan your stay!