The four-star luxury hotel may be a short drive away from the seaside town of Weymouth and located in a county synonymous with sandy beaches, Dorset. Not to mention it hugs the stunning Jurassic Coast with its iconic sights including Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. But after a weekend stay at the family-focused , I was even more convinced that it shouldn't be pigeonholed as a summer destination.
Moonfleet Manor is actually perfect for an autumn or winter staycation, purely because so many of its facilities and activities are based indoors. For those unfamiliar with the name, it's part of the Luxury Family Hotels (LFH) group, whose ethos is all about giving children the chance to have fun and explore, let parents unwind and relax, and allow for the whole family to reconnect. This is sometimes easier said than done when travelling en famille, but trust me, LFH do everything to make your stay as seamless as possible.
I had previously visited their New Forest sister hotel, the , so I had very high hopes for their Dorset branch. I had heard Moonfleet Manor was even better in terms of the volume of facilities available for children, so I couldn't wait to see it with my own eyes. It definitely exceeded expectations.
I think the main USP of this hotel is the size of its playroom. More like play palace! It's every kid's dream and I say that because it caters for all ages, from under-fives who love to throw themselves around at soft play, to teenagers who are into gaming. My husband eve.