The 7 Best Hotels Near Harry Potter World For Families
If you’re travelling some distance for the Warner Bros Studio tour, then you’ll no doubt be wanting to find a hotel close by.
There are a lot of hotels near Harry Potter World but there isn’t actually a huge selection of hotels for families near Harry Potter World.
To help save you time trying to figure out where to stay with your family near the Warner Bros Studios, we have listed the most family-friendly Harry Potter World hotels.
These hotels near Harry Potter World accommodate families of up to 4 people, with an option at the end of the post for larger families.
**If you haven’t booked your Warner Bros Studio tickets yet – we highly recommend booking them BEFORE you book your hotel near the Harry Potter studios (unless your accommodation booking is fully flexible**.
And be sure to read our review of the Warner Bros Studio Tour to help you make the most of your visit.
If you are spending more time in and around London, we have a number of Harry Potter posts you might want to check out:
If you don’t want to stay in one of these hotels near the Warner Bros Studios, you could stay in London at one of these hotels in London for families (or better yet one of these family hotels with pools in London). Make sure to check out our huge London with kids section on our blog.
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Some quick FAQs about visiting Harry Potter World
What is the best time to visit Harry Potter World?
The Warner Bros Studio tour is incredibly busy during peak school holiday season. The best times to visit would be on week days between November to March if you want to avoid the crowds.
How much does it cost to go to Harry Potter World?
Tickets to the Warner Bros Studio Tour start at £49.95 per person. Under 4s go free. You must buy your tickets in advance. You can buy small group tour tickets with flexible cancellation here or look at the tours available from London if you don’t want to organise the travel yourself.
How far from central London to Harry Potter World?
It is roughly 20 miles from central London to Harry Potter World. Many people don’t know this but the Warner Bros Studios are located in Watford which is around 20 miles north west of London.
If you are staying in London, visiting the Warner Brothers Studios is easily doable on a day trip from London. See also our top attractions in London for kids, free things to do in London for families and the best museums for families in London.
Can you get a tube to Harry Potter World?
No – you can’t get a tube to Harry Potter World from London but you can take a train to Watford Junction and then catch a Warner Bros Studios shuttle bus to take you to the studios.
Is there parking at Harry Potter World?
Yes, there is a large car park at Harry Potter World which is just a short walk to the entrance. Parking is included in your studio ticket.
How long does it take to go around Harry Potter World?
The recommended visit time is around 3 hours but we would recommend budgeting for around 4.5 – 6 hours. Don’t rush it and make sure you are done with each section before you move on as you cannot go back and do it again.
Best budget hotels near Harry Potter World for families
The good news if you are looking for cheap hotels near Warner Bros Studios is that there a few good options.
Leonardo Hotel Watford
Leonardo Hotel (formerly Jurys Inn) is located right in the centre of Watford within walking distance of the fabulous Cassiobury Park and Watford Junction.
This is a good option if you don’t want to drive to the WB Studios because you can catch the shuttle bus from the train station.
They have standard rooms with a double and a single, sleeping up to 3 so this hotel is not ideal if you are looking for hotels for large families near Harry Potter World.
They have an onsite restaurant.
Address: Leonardo Hotel Watford, 31 – 35 Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JA.
Distance from Leonardo Hotel Watford to Harry Potter World: 3.5 miles.
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Family room at the Jurys Inn Watford
Holiday Inn Hemel Hempstead
The Holiday Inn is located just by Junction 8 off the M1.
It has family rooms with a double bed and a double sofa bed sleeping up to 4. The maximum age for a child in this room is 12.
This is a great option if you are looking for family hotels near Harry Potter World with swimming pool. Kids under 13 eat free in their restaurant.
This is the best Holiday Inn near Harry Potter World.
Address: Holiday Inn, Breakspear Way, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 4UA.
Distance from Holiday Inn Hemel to Harry Potter Studios: 6 miles.
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Pool area at the Holiday Inn Hemel Hempstead.
Premier Inn Kings Langley
Premier Inn in Kings Langley has family rooms and interconnecting rooms.
There is onsite parking and a breakfast room but no restaurant as such. The great thing about Premier Inn hotels is that kids eat free breakfast.
This is the best Premier Inn near Harry Potter World.
Address: Premier Inn Kings Langley, 37 Hempstead Road, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire, WD4 8BR.
Distance from Premier Inn Kings Langley to Harry Potter World: 3 miles.
You can also check out the Premier Inn Watford North – one of the best London Premier Inn hotels for families.
Family room at the Premier Inn Kings Langley
Best mid-range hotels near Harry Potter World for families
Shendish Manor
Shendish Manor is located just outside of Hemel Hempstead. It is a lovely old building situated in 160 acres (including a golf course if you have time) so you will feel like you are in the countryside.
The rooms at Shendish Manor are mostly double rooms but there are some family rooms and interconnecting rooms available.
Address: Shendish Manor, London Road, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 0AA.
Distance from Shendish Manor to Harry Potter World: 5 miles.
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Shendish Manor Hotel near Harry Potter World
Hilton London Watford
Hilton London Watford is located just off the M1 at Junction 5.
Their family rooms have a double bed and a double sofa bed and can sleep up to 4. They have a very good onsite Jamie’s Restaurant if you don’t want to go out for food.
Address: Hilton London Watford, Elton Way, Watford, WD25 8HA.
Distance from Hilton London Watford to Harry Potter Studios: 4 miles.
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Aubrey Park Hotel
The Aubrey Park Hotel is located just off Junction 9 of the M1 in a lovely woodland setting.
It has suites which can accommodate 4 people in a double bed and a double sofa bed.
There is an onsite restaurant and parking.
Address: Aubrey Park Hotel, Hemel Hempstead Rd, Redbourn, Hemel Hempstead, AL3 7AF.
Distance from Aubrey Park Hotel to Harry Potter World: 9 miles.
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Family room at the Aubrey Park Hotel
Best Luxury Hotels near Harry Potter World for families
The Grove
One of the Leading Hotels of the World – this is also where the England football team sometimes stay when they are playing a home game at Wembley so if you are a football fan and you time your visit right, you might be in with a chance of bumping into them.
They offer family staycations and a kids’ club. Interconnecting rooms are available upon request for larger families.
They also offer a football academy for kids in the school holidays. See here for other hotels with football academies in Europe.
If you’re looking for spa hotels near Harry Potter Studios, this is the one for you.
Address: The Grove, Chandler’s Cross, Hertfordshire, WD3 4TG.
Distance from The Grove to Warner Bros Studio: 3 miles.
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Family room at the Grove Hotel
Self catering accommodation near Harry Potter World
Hagrid’s Hut is a Harry Potter themed accommodation located about 1 mile from Harry Potter Studios. It is a 2 bedroom apartment with Harry Potter decor throughout.
If you are looking for somewhere for a large family or a group of friends, you might want to check out this lovely 5 bedroom serviced house in Leavesden Green which is almost as close as you can get to the Harry Potter Studios.
You may also like this 3 bedroom bungalow with a garden in a quiet residential area near WB Studios.
What else is near Harry Potter studios?
Here are some other things to do near WB Studios.
If you want to get out and explore the Hertfordshire countryside, take a look at these family-friendly walks in Hertfordshire.
