Child and family friendly holidays in Europe

Europe is, of course, a hugely popular family holiday destination thanks to its famous cities, beautiful beaches, stunning landscapes, delicious food and cultural diversity. Here at Parent Friendly Stays we’re beginning to build our selection of unique parent friendly European holiday destinations, focusing initially on France – our country of choice thanks to its proximity to the UK and brilliant family friendly holiday options.

Here’s our selection of child friendly cottages, lodges, holiday parks and family hotels in Europe.

Just arrived?

Explore our incredible selection of holidays by type, location or family friendly facilities
Save money with our special offers and last minute deals
Create, save and share your own holiday shortlist
Submit an availability enquiry
Find inspiration with our tried and tested reviews, ‘great for’ selection or ideas here!

SPECIAL OFFER: SHOREFIELD HOLIDAYS

Last chance: up to 35% off 2026 breaks (and pets go free) with the Big Shorefield 2026 Holiday Sale! Ends midnight Sunday 25th January.

Award-winning family friendly holiday parks in Dorset, Hampshire and the New Forest with stunning accommodation and superb facilities. See our Shorefield Holidays here or go direct for prices and availability!

La Mare Chappey, France

La Mare Chappey is a beautiful medieval manor estate tucked away in the peaceful Normandy countryside offering several well-appointed self-catering cottages. Facilities include a heated outdoor swimming pool, an indoor play barn, children’s playground, football pitch and a bouncy castle; while thoughtful extras parents will love include a luxury

Pagel, France

Pagel is a unique self-catering gite and lodge complex in the south of France. Full of child friendly facilities including play areas, swimming pool and a kids club, plus parent friendly extras like babysitting, BBQ nights and freshly delivered breakfasts, there’s something for everyone here to guarantee a relaxing

Emerald Coast Gites, France

Emerald Coast Gites is a small complex of stylish cottages and glamping lodges in Brittany, France. Family friendly features include two heated covered swimming pools, outdoor play areas, soft play and resident animals; plus superb peak season extras including organised children’s activities, a private bar and on-site dining options

Imagine Roussillon, France

Imagine Roussillon is a luxury child friendly micro-resort in the south of France. Visitors to the luxury apartments near the Med coast enjoy superb shared facilities including two outdoor heated pools, and there are a wide range of parent friendly extras included in your stay at no extra cost

Cookie	Duration	Description
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional	11 months	The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy	11 months	The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.