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The Welbeck Hotel: London’s Newest Base for Stylish Family City Breaks

Blending historic charm with modern elegance, The Welbeck Hotel is designed for those seeking an authentic London experience in a neighbourhood rich with character, culture and sophistication. With 164 exquisitely designed rooms and suites, in-room wellness services such as massages and beauty treatments and exclusive lounge spaces inspired by Marylebone’s medical and social heritage, the hotel is intentionally designed to welcome travellers of all ages.  

Just a short walk from Regent’s Park and London Zoo, the hotel offers the perfect location for a family day out. Guests also receive a hand-illustrated walking map, ‘The Welbeck Wanderer’, highlighting hidden places, charming bookshops and independent local gems, making it easy to explore the area at a leisurely pace.

To enrich the cultural side of a family city break, The Welbeck has partnered with Love London Tours – offering bespoke, family-friendly walking tours of Marylebone and beyond. Whether it’s historical storytelling for little ones or hidden culinary corners for grown-ups, these private tours offer something truly special for every generation.

Teens will find plenty to entertain themselves surrounded by Marylebone’s stylish streets, from boutique browsing to café hopping. They may lose themselves for hours at the iconic Daunt Books, flipping through travel-inspired titles in the store’s Instagram-worthy halls. Once they’ve picked the perfect read, Postcard Teas offers a cosy spot to relax with a traditional English breakfast or relaxing chamomile whilst diving into their new book. For fashion-focused teens, it’s not just Oxford Circus that delivers. Marylebone is home to a curated selection of boutiques and upscale vintage stores, including Consigned Sealed Delivered, where personal styling sessions ensure they walk away with one-of-a-kind pieces they’ll treasure forever.

Finish off the day with a visit to The Wallace Collection, a hidden gem and one of London’s most captivating cultural treasures. Perfect for families with older children and teens, this national museum houses an incredible array of masterpieces from sculpture and fine art to an impressive display of armour. After exploring the galleries, the secret café is not to be missed, housed in the courtyard of the museum it provides the perfect stop after a cultural afternoon.

Following a day of exploration, parents may unwind with a cocktail at The Welbecker Bar, whilst younger guests enjoy a mocktail or recharge with a sweet treat from the light bites selection (the apple and cinnamon pie is not to be missed!)