14 Family-Friendly Hotels Near Plym Bridge Woods for Easy Access

Bovisand Lodge Holiday Park is positioned on the south Devon coast within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, around 20 km from Plym Bridge Woods by road - making it a genuine base for families combining coastal days with woodland visits. The park spreads across 21 acres of valley terrain with direct sea views toward the Cornish coast, and Bovisand beach is a 5-minute walk from the accommodation units. Self-catering 2 and 3-bedroom caravans, 3-bedroom lodges, and 1 and 2-bedroom apartments all include fully equipped kitchens, lounge and dining areas, and flat-screen TVs - practical for families who want to self-cater across a longer stay. The on-site indoor heated swimming pool is a significant draw for Devon trips where the weather can turn quickly, and the woodland walks within the park's own grounds add low-effort outdoor time. Local restaurants and grocery shops are a short drive away rather than within walking distance.

• Indoor heated swimming pool on-site
• 2 and 3-bedroom self-catering units with full kitchens
• 21-acre site with woodland walks and sea views

Future Inn Plymouth sits directly on the A386 Tavistock Road, placing it closer to Plym Bridge Woods than any other hotel-format property in this guide - the trailhead is under a 5-minute drive north along the same road. Rooms are notably large by Plymouth standards, each configured with either 2 double beds or a double bed plus sofa bed, accommodating up to 4 guests without the need for connecting rooms. The hotel includes a fitness centre, on-site restaurant and bar, and a cooked breakfast option in the morning - useful when returning from early woodland visits. Free parking removes a daily cost that stacks up quickly in Plymouth's pay-and-display zones. The hotel does not accept cash payments, which is worth noting at checkout.

• Directly on the A386, under 5 minutes from Plym Bridge Woods
• Rooms sleep up to 4 with 2 double beds or sofa bed configuration
• Free parking, fitness centre, and on-site restaurant included

Welbeck Manor And Golf is located in Plymouth roughly 8-9 km from Plym Bridge Woods, sitting well clear of city-centre noise with free private parking, a garden, and a terrace that provide genuine outdoor space for families. The hotel is allergy-free throughout, which is a concrete practical advantage for families managing allergies - not a common designation among Plymouth properties. All rooms include satellite TV, a seating area, and a private bathroom; some rooms add a balcony or garden views. The on-site restaurant and bar, combined with an exceptional breakfast rating, make it a self-sufficient base that reduces the pressure to source meals externally each evening. At 44 km from Newton Abbot Racecourse and 14 km from Plymouth Hoe, it sits in a quieter position that suits families prioritising Dartmoor and woodland access over urban Plymouth activity.

• Allergy-free property - uncommon in Plymouth's accommodation market
• Garden, terrace, free private parking, and on-site restaurant
• Rooms with balcony or garden view options available

Ibis Plymouth sits just off the A38, the main arterial road connecting Plymouth to Dartmoor and the Plym Valley - from here, Plym Bridge Woods is reachable in around 15 minutes by car using the A38 and Plym Bridge Lane junction. The hotel offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and newly refurbished en suite rooms with garden or balcony access, making it a functional no-frills base for active families spending most of their time outdoors. The on-site restaurant and bar cover food needs without requiring a city-centre trip, and hot snacks are available around the clock. At 7.25 km from Tamar Science Park and with Eden Project within 45 minutes' drive, it positions well for families combining multiple Devon and Cornwall attractions across a week-long stay.

• Free private parking and direct A38 access for Dartmoor and Plym Valley
• 24-hour front desk and round-the-clock hot snacks and drinks
• Refurbished rooms with garden or balcony access

The Barley House is a 3-star Plymouth guest house positioned 1.8 km from Plymouth Hoe and approximately 8 km from Plym Bridge Woods by road, offering free on-site parking and a 24-hour front desk - the latter particularly useful for families arriving late or departing on early-morning woodland starts. Rooms include desks, flat-screen TVs, bed linen, and towels as standard, with a WiFi connection rated at 16 Mbps - faster than the average for Plymouth guest houses at this price tier. With Plymouth Pavilions 2.2 km away and Cathedral Church of St Mary and St Boniface at 2 km, it sits in a genuinely central Plymouth position that keeps the full range of city attractions within easy reach on non-woodland days. The shared lounge adds a communal space that works well for families wanting somewhere to decompress in the evenings without retreating entirely to a single room.

• Free on-site parking and 24-hour front desk
• 16 Mbps WiFi - above average for Plymouth guest houses at this tier
• Shared lounge available for guests

Alma Lodge Guest House is a 4-star bed and breakfast in Plymouth, approximately 9 km from Plym Bridge Woods, rated for a fabulous breakfast - the highest breakfast tier in this guide for a B&B-format property. It sits 1.1 km from Cathedral Church of St Mary and St Boniface and 2.9 km from Devil's Point Beach, giving it a useful position for families splitting time between city, coast, and woodland. Free private parking is included, and family rooms are available - both meaningful at a 4-star B&B where these amenities are not always guaranteed. Rooms offer garden views, private bathrooms with showers, kettles, and flat-screen TVs. The absence of an on-site restaurant means evening meals require heading out, but the breakfast quality offsets this for families prioritising a strong morning start before woodland visits.

• 4-star B&B with fabulous-rated breakfast
• Free private parking and family rooms available
• Garden views and private en suite bathrooms in all units

Churchwood Valley in Wembury sits within 75 acres of woodland and fields on the south Devon coast, around 25 km from Plym Bridge Woods - the furthest property in this guide from the woods, but one of the most distinctively family-oriented in terms of outdoor setting and space. Wooden chalets with private patio areas, outdoor seating, and self-catering kitchens accommodate families wanting a self-sufficient base across a multi-night stay. The coastal path from the park leads in one direction to the River Yealm (with ferry access to Newton Ferrers), and in the other toward Mountbatten, where a water-taxi connects to Plymouth in around 6 miles. On-site launderette and grocery store reduce the logistics burden of a longer family holiday. The setting works best for families treating Plym Bridge Woods as one day trip among several rather than as the primary daily destination.

• 75-acre site with private chalet patios and woodland surroundings
• On-site grocery store and launderette for self-sufficient stays
• Coastal path access with ferry and water-taxi connections to Plymouth

Crowne Plaza Plymouth By IHG overlooks Plymouth Hoe and the coastline, positioning it around 14 km from Plym Bridge Woods by road - a 20-minute drive that makes it a practical daily base for woodland visits while keeping Plymouth's full waterfront within easy walking distance. The hotel's indoor pool, sauna, and fitness centre are standout assets for families wanting recovery amenities after active woodland and coastal days. Spacious air-conditioned rooms include seating areas, tea and coffee facilities, and private bathrooms. The 11th-floor Marco Pierre White restaurant offers panoramic views over Plymouth Sound - a tangible draw for families marking a special evening. Plymouth Ferry Station is under 1 mile away, useful for families considering a Brittany Ferries crossing as part of a broader trip.

• Indoor swimming pool, sauna, and fitness centre on-site
• 11th-floor restaurant with panoramic Plymouth Sound views
• Within 10 minutes' walk of Plymouth city centre and the Barbican

New Continental Hotel; Sure Hotel Collection By Best Western sits in central Plymouth adjacent to Plymouth Pavilions, placing it around 13 km from Plym Bridge Woods and under 10 minutes' walk from Plymouth Hoe. The leisure complex - including an indoor swimming pool, steam room, sauna, solarium, and fully equipped gym - is one of the most comprehensive on-site family facility sets among Plymouth's city hotels. Rooms feature contemporary design with spacious en suite bathrooms, tea and coffee facilities, and flat-screen TVs. Steve's Brasserie serves British cuisine using local produce, and the Roma Bar provides a quieter lounge space for evenings. Disabled facilities are available, making this one of the more accessible options in the guide for families with specific accessibility requirements.

• Indoor pool, steam room, sauna, solarium, and gym in the on-site leisure complex
• Adjacent to Plymouth Pavilions with Plymouth Hoe under 10 minutes' walk
• Facilities for disabled guests available throughout

St Elizabeth's House in Plympton is the closest premium hotel to Plym Bridge Woods in this guide - Plympton sits directly adjacent to the Plym Valley, placing the woods around 6-7 km away by road. The property occupies a Georgian manor surrounded by 9 acres of lawns and gardens, giving families genuine outdoor space that most Plymouth hotels cannot offer. Individually designed rooms feature Vi-Spring mattresses, Egyptian cotton sheets, 42-inch LCD TVs, European oak furniture, and separate bath and shower in every bathroom - a practical advantage for families with young children who need both. The restaurant serves fine dining in a relaxed setting, though no dinner is served on Sunday or Monday nights, which requires planning around. Free on-site parking and a bar and coffee lounge complete the offering for families wanting a quieter, rural-adjacent base with easy Plym Bridge access.

• 9 acres of grounds in Plympton - the closest premium property to Plym Bridge Woods
• Individually designed rooms with Vi-Spring mattresses and separate bath and shower
• Free parking, restaurant, bar, and fabulous-rated breakfast

Duke Of Cornwall Hotel occupies a grand 19th-century Victorian building half a mile from Plymouth Ferry Terminal, around 14 km from Plym Bridge Woods. The award-winning restaurant holds Two AA Rosettes and focuses on local produce and freshly caught seafood - a meaningful distinction in Plymouth's dining landscape where mid-tier chain restaurants dominate. Individual rooms are accessed via a sweeping staircase or vintage lift, each with elegant décor, tea and coffee facilities, flat-screen TV, and traditional architectural features. Dartmoor National Park is around 20 minutes' drive, making this a viable base for families combining Plymouth's waterfront with moorland and woodland day trips. The 24-hour front desk and two bars - including a fine wine and cocktail offering - suit families who want higher-grade evening options after active outdoor days.

• Two AA Rosette restaurant serving local produce and fresh seafood
• 19th-century Victorian building with individually designed rooms
• 20-minute drive to Dartmoor; half a mile from Plymouth Ferry Terminal

Admiral's House By Maison Pierre occupies a Grade II listed building within the Royal William Yard - one of Plymouth's most architecturally significant waterfront locations, formerly home to a Royal Navy Admiral and now a converted cultural quarter. The property is around 15 km from Plym Bridge Woods, sitting 2 km from Plymouth city centre and 3 km from Plymouth Hoe. All 14 individually styled en suite bedrooms include complimentary breakfast, and the French bistro restaurant across the green from the hotel serves barista coffee, an extensive wine menu, and food throughout the day - giving families a high-quality food-and-drink environment without leaving the yard. Free parking is included, managed via a parking pass issued at the restaurant on arrival. The sun terrace overlooking the green adds a genuine outdoor sitting area that hotel rooms in Plymouth's denser districts cannot replicate.

• 14 individually styled rooms in a Grade II listed Royal William Yard building
• French bistro restaurant directly across the green with all-day service
• Free parking included with pass issued on arrival

1 Elliot Terrace is a Grade II listed apartment property on Plymouth Hoe, approximately 14 km from Plym Bridge Woods, offering 5 grand dual-aspect apartments with views over the Hoe and sea, plus 3 studio apartments with city views. Each grand apartment includes a fully equipped kitchen with oven, refrigerator, and microwave - essential for families self-catering across a multi-night stay - alongside a living space with flat-screen TV, DVD player, and laundry facilities on-site. The Hoe and Barbican are within easy walking distance, giving families direct access to Plymouth's main waterfront without driving. Private parking is available on site. Pets are accepted in specific apartments (Nos 1, 1a, 1b, and 3), which is a concrete differentiator for families travelling with dogs who plan to use Plym Bridge Woods' dog-friendly trails.

• Grand apartments with dual-aspect sea and Hoe views in a Grade II listed building
• Full self-catering kitchen, laundry facilities, and private parking on-site
• Pet-friendly in selected units - directly relevant for dog-walking families using Plym Bridge trails

The Grosvenor Plymouth occupies a grand period townhouse half a mile from Plymouth Ferry Port and a short walk from Plymouth Sound, sitting around 14 km from Plym Bridge Woods. The basement breakfast room delivers a notably wide range - cereals, fruit salad, croissants, and extensive vegan and vegetarian options - rated as very good, which matters for families with dietary requirements who cannot always rely on on-site evening dining. Rooms include private bathrooms with free toiletries, tea and coffee facilities, hairdryer, and work desk. The guest lounge and TV room provide communal family space beyond the bedroom, and the well-stocked bar adds a relaxed evening option. Plymouth Railway Station is a 20-minute walk, and Dartmoor National Park is around 20 minutes by car, maintaining the woodland and moorland day-trip options central to this guide.

• Half a mile from Plymouth Ferry Port with Plymouth Sound within a short walk
• Very good-rated breakfast with vegan and vegetarian options available
• Guest lounge, TV room, and bar for communal family evening use