Best Family Hotel (UK & Worldwide) | Junior Design Awards 2018

WINNER: GOLD FOR BEST FAMILY HOTEL (UK & WORLDWIDE)

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WHO: COUNTRY KIDS

WHAT: Country Kids is located in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France and is a family-owned resort based on a three-pillar philosophy: Fun For Kids, Relaxation for Parents, Quality Family Time Together.

WHY: With seven unique apartments, there is a big emphasis on community within this resort. There are kids clubs for children of all ages, themed evening dinners, babysitting nights and morning visits to feed the animals. Junior Travel Writer and founder of Mini Travellers Karen Beddow said "Incredible offer with some amazing services, perfect for younger kids." And our Editor Bonita Turner who visited this year added "A very unique family holiday that offers an incredible tailored service for families from the very young to pre-teens. Set in a beautiful, unspoilt rustic setting, these farm houses are the sort of place you want to keep to yourself and not tell anyone about - a true hidden gem in the South of France."

WHERE: Country Kids

Best Family Hotel (UK & Worldwide) | Junior Design Awards 2018

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WINNER: SILVER FOR BEST FAMILY HOTEL (UK & WORLDWIDE)

WHO: TREDETHICK FARM COTTAGES

WHAT: Set in the stunning Fowey Valley in Cornwall, Tredethick Farm Cottages provide a luxurious farm break for families within its eight, beautifully-styled Cornish stone cottages. With all-inclusive guest facilities including an indoor swimming pool, soft play barn, indoor and outdoor play equipment there is something to do whatever the weather and for parent's relaxation there are comfy sofas, Lavazza coffee, newspapers, magazines and a luxurious hot tub garden to ensure a great stay for all.

WHY: Tredethick Farm Cottages is a luxurious, boutique complex designed exclusively for families with young children. With high-end facilities, first class service and a stunning Cornish setting it's no wonder three quarters of guests are repeat visitors or come from word-of-mouth recommendations. Our very own Junior Travel Writer and founder of Mini Travellers Karen Beddow said "Tredethick Farm Cottages is a fabulous UK property, I've never read a bad review. Plus, it meets the many needs for all ages who stay there."

WHERE: Tredethick Farm Cottages

Best Family Hotel (UK & Worldwide) | Junior Design Awards 2018

WINNER: SILVER FOR BEST FAMILY HOTEL (UK & WORLDWIDE)

WHO: SUN GARDENS DUBROVNIK

WHAT: Sun Gardens Dubrovnik is Croatia's premier five-star resort hotel and a member of the Leading Hotels of the World. Offering an exquisite choice of modern luxurious room options for families, a beachfront location and onsite facilities like kids clubs, restaurants and a shopping area.

WHY: Replicating the ambiance of a traditional Mediterranean village, Sun Gardens Dubrovnik offers the perfect getaway from daily life, allowing families to relax and reconnect in an idyllic oasis and spend some quality time together. This is the second year running that they have scooped a Silver Junior Design Award for excellence and it was singled out by Top Children's Fashion Stylist Yvadney Davis who said in her judging notes "Dream luxury holiday, the kids clubs and academies look great."

WHERE: Sun Gardens Dubrovnik, Leading Hotels of the World

Best Family Hotel (UK & Worldwide) | Junior Design Awards 2018

WINNER: BRONZE FOR BEST FAMILY HOTEL (UK & WORLDWIDE)

WHO: LE DUNE RESORT & SPA

WHAT: Le Dune Resort & SPA, part of the Delphina hotels & resorts group is in Northern Sardinia. Sprawling across 280,000sqm of private grounds, Le Dune is surrounded by sand dunes and scented junipers overlooking an 8km stretch of ‘Blue Flag’ beach that offers a relaxing getaway for families.

WHY: Only a two hour flight from London, The Resort Le Dune is one of the best-equipped resorts in Sardinia and is internationally recognised as one of the best holiday villages for children. With lots of free facilities, safe spaces outside and inside and this year's refresh of 'Duneland' - an enchanting area for children which includes a new open-air cinema, a YouTube station and a colourful talking parrot called UGO. Junior Travel Writer and founder of Mini Travellers Karen Beddow who often travels with her three daughters aged between 6-7 said "This hotel totally meets everyone’s needs."

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WHERE: La Dune Resort & Spa, Delphina Hotels

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