La Bandita

Tuscany, Italy[view map]

Best for: Outdoorsy tykes of any age.
Recommended rooms: The Pig Sty Suite comes with a sofa bed that can be closed off from the rest of the bedroom with a sliding door, making it ideal for families. Two of the rooms in the main house can fit extra beds too.
Activities: Mountain bikes can be borrowed from La Bandita, and there are acres of outdoor space for cavorting in.
Swimming pool: The infinity pool has a shallow end and an assortment of inflatables provide splashy diversions.
Meals: The chef can make tailored kids’ meals on request and the kitchen is always available for heating milk, etc.
Baby sitting: With advance notice, babysitting can be arranged for €25–€30 an hour.
Baby listening: Your own baby-monitoring equipment can be installed in every room.
No need to pack: Cots, high chairs, blankets, towels and food dishes can all be provided by the hotel.