Best Hotels near Lapland UK
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Lapland UK has to be one of the best Santa experiences in the UK. If you’re planning to take your kids to the most immersive Father Christmas experience in you can find without jumping on a plane, you may be considering staying overnight and making the most of your visit. If you’ve already booked your tickets, it’s definitely time to start looking at Lapland UK hotels.
Lapland UK has sessions that run throughout the day, but if you’re visiting very early, or heading over in the evening, booking a hotel near Lapland UK is a great way to reduce any anxiety about travel. For an early morning session, you may want to travel to a hotel near Lapland UK for the night before, with the peace of mind that you’re just miles away from Lapland UK. For an evening session, its lovely to know you haven’t got to drive straight home after a busy but magical day.
Our Experience of Lapland UK
We visited Lapland UK as a family of four in December 2022 and had the most amazing time with my girls (who were 6 and 9 at the time). I was convinced that this may be our last year with my eldest being a believer, but she came out more convinced than ever that she had met ‘the real’ Father Christmas. You can read our full Lapland UK Review here.
One of my biggest anxieties was where to stay when visiting Lapland UK, as I was so worried we would be late. Instead of driving home late or risking getting stuck in traffic, we started looking into Lapland UK Hotels. We travelled down from Birmingham, so being able to check in to the hotel before heading off to our Lapland UK experience at 4pm was an excellent decision. The girls were exhausted when we left Lapland UK around 9pm, so being able to go straight to bed in a comfortable hotel without having to travel back down the motorway worked really well for us.
If you’re looking for family hotels near Lapland UK, fear not, thanks to my own experiences and those shared in the UK fan group over the last year, I’ve researched so that you don’t have to.
My main piece of advice would be to book hotels near Lapland UK early – they sell out incredibly quickly once tickets to Lapland UK go on sale in Spring. Plan ahead, and book with the flexible booking plans if possible – these bookings for Lapland UK hotels may work out slightly more expensive, but can be cancelled with 24 hours notice should you need to unexpectedly cancel your stay. Tickets for Lapland UK 2024 go on sale on Monday 18th March at midday – with places in the queue generated at random at 12pm. Be prepared for a long queue and check out our Lapland UK Hints and Tips!
Can you trust us?
Here at Real Mum Reviews, we have been writing honest online reviews and impartial experiences for parents since 2013. We pride ourselves on providing accurate information and ensuring that we have fully researched the information before presenting our findings. The suggestions in this guide of hotels near Lapland UK are based both on personal experiences (having stayed at The Village Hotel in Bracknell in 2022) and those of my friends who stayed at other hotels in the area around the same time. I also researched the experiences of other guests in the Lapland UK Fan chat group to ensure I offered a wide variety of hotels near Lapland UK to suit every budget and facilities requirements.
What are the Best Hotels Near Lapland UK?
Whether you’re after Lapland UK hotels with an indoor pools, large family rooms or interconnecting rooms, an on site restaurant or free parking, we’ve researched the best accommodation near Lapland UK to suit every budget. It’s fair to say that some of the hotels within a 15 minute drive of Lapland UK don’t come cheap, but there are also some budget friendly hotels too, including a Premier Inn near Lapland UK.
Here’s our low down on the where to stay near Lapland UK for every budget and preference.
1. Premier Inn, Central Bracknell
If you’re looking for a budget friendly hotel near Bracknell, there are two Premier Inn hotels near Lapland UK that are a great place to start. Set right in the centre of Bracknell and less than 10 minutes drive from Lapland UK, The Premier Inn chain is famous for their guaranteed good night’s sleep and decent buffet style breakfasts, whilst they are also generally quite affordable.
Parking is free (an added bonus) whilst it is also conveniently located for Bracknell Train Station for those who are travelling to Lapland UK via train.
There’s a Brewer’s Fayre restaurant literally next door to the hotel. so you can grab some reasonably priced dinner on the way home if you prefer to use your time skating and absorbing the surroundings at Lapland UK.
The Premier Inn Bracknell is also within walking distance of the Lexicon Shopping centre with lots of shops and places to eat,
Facilities
- ‘Weather Vane’ Brewers Fayre restaurant next door
- Free on-site parking
- Choice of Family rooms (double or kingsize plus sofa bed and pull out bed depending on guest numbers)
- Unlimited breakfast for £9.50pp (kids eat free with every paying adult)
- Free WIFI (so take your tablets!)
Key Details:
- Address – Premier Inn, Bracknell Central Hotel, Wokingham Road, Berkshire, RG42 1NA
- What3Words: ///hosts.shaky.costs
- Distance from Lapland UK – 2.4 miles (approximately 7 minutes drive)
- Parking Yes
- Pool – No
Pros:
- Great central location
- Bowling alley, restaurant and Waitrose supermarket nearby – also within walking distance of the Lexicon shopping centre and Christmas Market
- Budget friendly
Cons:
- Some guests in 2021 found the hotel very noisy (but largely due to other guests not the hotel itself)
2. Premier Inn, Twin Bridges
Another Premier Inn near Lapland UK is the Premier Inn Twin Bridges which is just ever so slightly further away, but still incredibly close to Lapland UK.
Set around 11 minutes away from Lapland UK, you can choose from a range of family friendly rooms, parking is free of chrage and there is a Beefeater restaurant literally next door to the hotel, making evening meals convenient and easy.
Facilities
- Beefeater restaurant next door
- Free on-site parking
- Choice of Family rooms (double or kingsize plus sofa bed and pull out bed depending on guest numbers)
- Unlimited breakfast for £9.50pp (kids eat free with every paying adult)
- Free WIFI
Key details:
- Address: Premier Inn Bracknell (Twin Bridges) Hotel, Downshire Way, Bracknell RG12 7AA
- What3Words: ///rise.pinch.extend
- Distance from Lapland UK: 6.3 miles (approximately 11 minutes)
- Parking: Yes
- Pool – No
3. The Royal Foresters, Ascot
The closest hotel to Lapland UK, this boutique hotel has just 24 rooms including family rooms (maximum of four guests) and triple family rooms (for a single child family). With onsite parking, it’s just a six minute walk from Lapland UK and has a popular onsite restaurant too. A word of warning, the restaurant is also popular with Lapland UK guests, so you will need to book in advance if you plan to eat there, even if staying overnight. Early check in options are available.
Facilities
- On site Royal Foresters restaurant (booking essential)
- Free on-site parking
- Choice of Family rooms (max four guests)
- Free WIFI
Key details:
- Address: Royal Foresters, London Road Ascot, SL5 8DR
- What3Words: ///mock.lawn.flame
- Distance from Lapland UK: 0.3 miles (approximately 6 minute walk 2 mins on foot)
- Parking: Yes
- Pool – No
4. Coppid Beech Hotel
The Coppid Beech Hotel has easy access to the M3 and M25 and is just 8 minutes away from Bracknell’s train station if you have chosen not to drive. A popular choice with families looking for a hotel with a pool near Lapland UK, guests have free access to the onsite health spa and facilities including a heated swimming pool and gym.
Family rooms at the Coppid Beech Hotel have twin beds in a separate area to the parents, which is far more preferable than all sharing one room. It’s also ideal if you and your partner want to continue your evening when you get back from Lapland UK without disturbing the kids.
Rowan’s onsite restaurant has an extensive children’s menu that will be popular with even the pickiest of eaters.
Facilities
- Rowan’s onsite restaurant (refurbished January 2023)
- Free use of health spa and heated indoor pool
- Free on-site parking
- Choice of Family rooms and suites (with separate room for kids)
- Free WIFI
Key details:
- Address: The Coppid Beech Hotel, John Nike Way, Bracknell, RG12 8TF
- What Three Words: ///storm.vibes.rips
- Distance from Lapland UK: 6.6 miles (Approximately 16 minutes)
- Parking: Yes
- Pool – Yes
Pros
- Free parking
- Decent size family friendly pool
- Spacious comfortable rooms (particularly the suites)
Cons
- Guests last year felt that some parts of the hotel are looking a little tired
- Tend to be busy with Christmas parties at this time of year which can make it noisy – ask for a room away from the function rooms if possible as these can end late at night.
5. Travelodge Bracknell Central
A short walk from Bracknell Town Centre with a Weatherspoons pub across the road, the Travelodge Braknell central is a budget friendly choice for those already recovering from the cost of Lapland UK tickets and not wanting to break the bank.
There is on site parking, although it is first come first served. Family rooms sleep four, so you may need to book two rooms if you’re a larger party.
Facilities
- Free on-site parking although limited – 56 spaces on a first served basis. If full, The Avenue Multi Storey Car Park is close by (RG12 2JH) but chargeable.
- Choice of Family rooms (2 adults and 2 children)
- WiFI (30 mins free or £3 for 24 hours)
- On site bar and restaurant
Key details:
- Address: Travelodge Bracknell London Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 2UT
- What Three Words: ///faces.voice.pint
- Distance from Lapland UK: 3.8 miles (approximately 8 minutes drive)
- Parking: Yes
- Pool: No
Pros
- Cheap hotel near Lapland UK – good value for money
- Basic but clean and comfortable rooms
Cons
- Have to pay for the WIFI which in 2023 feels a bit on the tight side!
- May hear some noise from the street due to central location
6. Travelodge Windsor
Just a three minute walk from Windsor train station, the Travelodge Windsor is a popular choice for those visiting Lapland UK as well as other landmarks and attractions such as Windsor castle. The hotel is also close to the designer boutiques at Windsor Royal shopping centre as well as the Thameside Alexandra Gardens.
The downside? The central location of this hotel means that it can be quite busy and a little noisy at weekends (which is only to be expected in the centre of town). Possibly better suited to guests with older children rather than babies and toddlers.
Facilities
- Parking is available nearby at Windsor Yard car park, Charles Street, SL4 1TQ.
- Choice of Family rooms
- WiFi* – 30 minutes FREE or £3 for 24 hours
Key details:
- Address: Travelodge Windsor Central, 34 King Edward Court, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 1TG
- What Three Words: ///bright.caked.driven
- Distance from Lapland UK: 8.1 miles (approximately 16 minutes drive)
- Parking: No – nearby parking available.
- Pool – No
Pros
- Cheap hotel near Lapland UK
- Clean and comfortable rooms
- Good central location
Cons
- No on site parking
- Wifi is chargable
- Can be noisy in December due to central location
7. Village Hotel Bracknell
A fairly new hotel the Village Hotel & Fitness Club is a centrally located hotel with large family rooms (we personally stayed here in December 2022). Whilst the window was a bit draughty in December, the family room was spacious and a high standard, with two large king sized beds in one room.
Parking cost £5 for 24 hours (we visited during the week) but is free at weekends. The onsite restaurant served a range of family friendly grill type dishes, whilst guests could enjoy access to the pool and gym for a £5 additional charge. It’s worth noting that some guests found the pool to be a little on the cold side for their children.
My partner loved the onsite Starbucks to secure his coffee fix in the morning and the kids loved the welcome bag including a cookie and milkshake that they received at check in!
Facilities
- Free on-site parking at weekends, £5 per day during the week
- Choice of Family rooms
- Free WIFI
- Access to onsite pool and gym (£5 per day)
- Starbucks coffee shop and onsite restaurant / grill for evening/breakfast.
Key details:
- Address: Village Hotel, Bracknell, Bagshot Rd, Bracknell RG12 0QJ
- What Three Words: ///spark.blank.woes
- Distance from Lapland UK: 4.5 miles (approximately 9 minutes drive)
- Parking: Yes (chargeable during the week)
- Pool: Yes (extra fee)
Pros
- Festive feel in reception area
- Spacious rooms with comfortable beds
- On site Starbucks and welcome pack for kids
Cons
- Some guests found the hotel pool too cold for their kids
- Bar/restaurant will be popular if football is on due to big screens
8. Stirrups Hotel, Bracknell
Stirrups is a family run hotel that is a popular choice for guests visiting Lapland UK or LEGOLAND, Stirrups Hotel has a wide variety of family rooms and interconnecting rooms that can accommodate larger families (2 adults and three children) comfortably.
All child guests even receive an activity pack on arrival so Mum & Dad can have a few moments peace!! A great location with beautiful grounds to explore and burn off some excess energy,
The cosy restaurant with an open fire is the perfect place to warm up after a day at Lapland UK. Room rates include breakfast – the ideal fuel for the long drive home
Facilities
- On site restaurant with kids’ menu
- Breakfast included
- Attractive grounds
- Free on-site parking
- Choice of Family rooms / Interconnecting Rooms
- Free WIFI
Key details:
- Address: On the B 3022 Bracknell Road | Maidens Green Village, Bracknell RG42 6LD
- What Three Words: ///join.trail.loyal
- Distance from Lapland UK: 2.4 mile (approximately 6 minute)
- Parking: Yes
- Pool: No
9. Double Tree by Hilton at St Anne’s Manor
Hilton’s St Anne’s Manor is a popular choice for guests looking to make a weekend of their visit to Lapland UK and have a bit more luxury than a budget friendly hotel.
With a spa, fitness centre and decent sized heated pool, its a great place to come home to and relax after a visit to Lapland UK.
With a central location ideally placed for exploring the local area, there is also 25 acres of landscaped gardens to explore if the weather is on your side!
Facilities
- Spa, fitness centre and heated indoor pool
- Free on-site parking
- Choice of Family rooms / interconnecting rooms
- On Site restaurant
- Free WIFI
- Children 5 years and under enjoy complimentary breakfast from the breakfast buffet.
Key details:
- Address: Hilton St Anne’s Manor, London Road, Wokingham, RG40 1ST,
- What Three Words: ///cattle.twist.curve
- Distance from Lapland UK: 4.9 miles (approximately 12 minutes)
- Parking: Yes
- Pool: Yes
10. LEGOLAND Resort Hotel
Depending on the date of your travel, LEGOLAND Resort itself may be closed, but that doesn’t stop you from booking at this fun, child friendly hotel near Lapland UK.
With a fun themed exterior and themed rooms that’ll delight your little ones, you also get access to the onsite pool and splash park (great for younger guests).
If the resort is open, its likely to be for the Christmas Event, so prices will vary dependent on the acecssibility to the main theme park.
Facilities
- Free on-site parking
- Free LEGO themed gift in every room
- Free breakfast
- Small pool and splash park
- Mixture of themed or premium rooms including LEGO Friends, Ninjago and Pirates
- Free WIFI
Key details:
- Address: LEGOLAND Resort Hotel, Winkfield Rd, Windsor SL4 4AY
- What Three Words: ///online.sadly.retain
- Distance from Lapland UK: 6.3 mile (approximately 12 minute drive)
- Parking: Yes
- Pool – Yes – small and splash park
11. Macdonald Frimley Hall, Camberley
Another Luxury choice for those wanted to enhance their visit or turn it into a weekend break, Frimley Hall is a Victorian Manor House with family rooms suitable for 2 adults and 2 children.
A luxurious and comfortable base, you can expect ELEMIS toiletries in the bathrooms, a large pool (restricted family swim times) and stunning surroundings at this impressive but family friendly hotel.
Facilities
- Elemis toiletries
- Free on-site parking
- Family rooms (sleeping up to two adults and two children)
- Free WIFI
- On site restaurant
- Pool (restricted family swim times)
Key details:
- Address: Macdonald Frimley Hall. Lime Avenue, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 2BG
- What Three Words: ///eats.counters.scooters
- Distance from Lapland UK: 7.6 miles (approximately 15 minute drive)
- Parking: Yes
- Pool – Yes
What is the closest hotel to Lapland UK?
The closest hotel to Lapland UK is The Royal Foresters – however, there are only 24 rooms at this boutique hotel and it books up quickly. It’s also not the cheapest option on our list and cannot accommodate larger families (max occupancy of four guests)
That said, just a six-minute walk from the venue and with a great onsite restaurant, you really can’t get much closer!
What is the cheapest hotel by Lapland UK?
Understandably with the high cost of ticket prices you may prefer to opt for a budget hotel near Lapland UK. Whilst prices fluctuate on the run up to Christmas, The Travel Lodges and Premier Inn’s are a great place to start for comfortable yet affordable accommodation near Lapland UK.
What if we want to cancel?
Consider carefully the type of bookings you make and see whether the hotels you select offer cancellation cover. In most cases you may pay slightly more for the benefit, but they allow you to cancel the room without charge if done so within a specified time period before your stay. We would definitely recommend doing this just to protect your finances, especially given the already high cost of your visit.
Want to make the most of your visit to Lapland UK?
If you’re looking to make the most of your visit, here are some other tourist attractions and places to visit near to Lapland UK
- Coral Reef – one of the largest interactive water worlds in the UK
- Windsor Castle
- The Lexicon Shopping Centre
- Hollywood Bowling Centre
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Lapland UK FAQS
What is Lapland UK?
Haven’t heard of Lapland UK yet? Where have you been? Lapland Ascott in the UK is a truly immersive UK Santa experience set in a real life forest near Ascot in Berkshire. Loved by celebrities and us regular folk alike, the first 90 minutes of the experience is a guided. scripted experience, during which you and your children enter the workshop to help the elves make a toy, before meeting Mother Christmas for a story and gingerbread decorating.
You then watch in awe as the portals opens to transport the children to Lapland – where you enter the Elven Village. Here, you are free to explore at your leisure for around 90 minutes. From ice skating on the giant outdoor ice rink, to posting your letter to Santa at the Elven post office, you can also meet Santa’s huskies, visit the Elf Emporium shops and get some food, and meet some of the friendly elves wondering around, all whilst surrounded by snow topped trees. It really is like entering another world!
During the final part of the experience, you make your way to meet Santa, walking past the reindeer and sleigh (with Rudolph’s nose glowing through the window of the shed where he naps) before meeting the big man himself. Thanks to the online portal you completed before you go, Father Christmas knows lots about your children and really chats to them about their likes, dislikes and what they would like for Christmas.
The children receive a magic bell and a husky soft toy from Father Christmas. and best of all. the toy they make in the workshop is secretly handed to the ‘big folk’ before you leave, so you can gift it as a surprise from Father Christmas on Christmas Day itself. The experience is thought out so that it’s just as exciting during the build up (with a boxed invitation and virtual reality message), through to the memories you’ll cherish when you get back.
Is Lapland UK worth the money?
There’s no doubt that tickets to Lapland UK don’t come cheap, so for our family, it is certainly a one time only experience. When you add up the cost of tickets, travel, fuel and accomodation we did spend nearly £800 on our visit so its certainly not to be sniffed at. That said – was Lapland UK worth it? Yes for us absolutely. The girls had an absolute ball, Father Christmas was amazing and on a cold icy day in December, it really did feel like we’d been whisked away to a magical land.
Where exactly is Lapland UK?
The Lapland UK address is Whitmoor Forest, Swinley Rd, Winkfield Row, Ascot SL5 8BD
The Lapland UK’s postcode you will need for your sat nav is SL5 8BD
The What3words Lapland UK are – ///filled.tiger.pest
Booking tickets to Lapland UK – Things to consider
If you are booking tickets to Lapland UK – one of the things I would consider is the age of your child – most specifically – will they get tired? The visit to Santa is in the last hour of the Lapland UK experience – so consider whether they will be grouchy or tired if you go for an evening slot. You want them to be at their best when they meet Santa so they can engage and fully benefit from the interactive experience.
Does Lapland UK have a hotel?
At the time of writing at least, Lapland UK does not have it’s own hotel. That said there are a large number of family hotels near Lapland UK in the local area including budget hotels and hotels with pools and fitness suites. Many of the hotels in Bracknell and Ascot are just a short drive away from the venue.
Do you need to stay overnight?
You don’t need to stay at Lapland UK overnight, and it is completely plausible to do it in a day trip, particularly if you live close to the venue. However, if you are visiting particularly early or going for an evening session, you may wish to book a hotel near Lapland UK to ensure that your children don’t get too tired. There are also plenty of other family friendly locations near Lapland UK, so if you are travelling some distance you might wish to make the most of it. It’s worth weighing up the cost per night to see if this fits into your overall Lapland UK Budget.
When do Lapland UK tickets go on sale?
Lapland UK tickets generally go on sale in February / March time – so Spring 2024 for dates between early November and late December 2024. You can sign up for alerts here which will notify you when an exact release date has been announced. In 2024, Lapland UK tickets go on sale on Monday 18th March at midday. Be prepared to be in a long online queue (or get someone to queue for you if you cannot wait) as Lapland UK is incredibly popular! Lapland UK hotels will also sell out quickly. so you’ll need to be organised if you’re travelling some distance.
How much are Lapland UK tickets?
The price of Lapland UK tickets varies depending upon the dates you go, but generally start at around £59 pp through to around £120 per person. Weekdays are cheaper than weekends. The dates in early November tend to be the least popular and cheaper, whilst the dates closer to Christmas are more competitive and generally more pricy too.
Infants under 12 months (babies in arms) are free but if you want them to get a toy from Santa and take part in all the interactive elements (gingerbread decorating, toy making etc), then you need to buy them a child’s ticket.
Can you go to Lapland UK more than once?
According to guests in the Lapland UK Fan group on facebook, there are subtle changes to the Lapland UK programme each year, and whilst many families only go once, there are equally families that have been many times in a row. Each year, you can expect to hear a different story by Mother Christmas and are given a different Husky toy given by Santa. If you have been before you can state which years you attended so that you are given a different husky teddy to the ones your child has received previously.
Do you need to buy Jingles?
Lapland UK is a cash free experience, so payment for food, drink and merchandise is via card payment or the Lapland UK currency – Jingles. You can buy jingles when you booked your Lapland UK tickets, or you can buy them when you check in at the venue itself. Many families choose to buy Jingles as they come in a little pouch that puts children in control – almost like giving them some genuine elf money to spend in the Lapland portal. Many families also choose to collect Jingles, as they feature images of the Lapland UK elves including Conker and Wish.
Is Lapland UK suitable for children with additional needs?
Lapland UK caters very well for additional needs and accessibility. They also have a Superstar Day each year which is specifically adapted and tailored for children and adults with additional needs. This involves extra time in the interactive sessions and smaller groups for those who may find crowds or noise triggering. During our stay we also saw a number of the elves speaking in BSL sign language- which was a lovely thing to see.
Does Lapland UK have real animals?
Yes, Lapland UK has real animals – specifically the reindeer. There were huskies in 2022, but I believe these are no longer there due and were stopped for 2023. It’s worth noting that at the time of our visit (December 2022, you were able to look but not touch (or feed) the animals) but could have your photo taken close by.
