Solo, Together: A New Way to Travel Europe with Kids

Travelling solo with children is a unique kind of adventure - one that blends joy, challenge, and meaningful connection. From choosing the right destination to finding moments of calm, every decision holds more weight when you’re the only adult in the room. At Rocco Forte Hotels, solo-parent travel is approached with care and an understanding of what families really need.

From the moment you arrive, it’s clear that families aren’t just welcomed - they’re considered. Little ones are kept occupied with their own fun passport and soft toy on check-in - look out for Charly the lion, who makes a daily appearance at breakfast at The Charles Hotel in Munich.

Family suites such as the JK Rowling Suite at The Balmoral in Edinburgh - perfect for Harry Potter fans - and interconnecting rooms offer the perfect balance of togetherness and space. For something more homey, consider a Verdura Villa complete with private pool, or an elegant apartment at Rocco Forte House in Milan or Rome.

Time together…
Shared experiences are at the heart of every stay. Whether channelling your inner Gladiator with Hotel de la Ville in Rome or tracing Tintin’s footsteps in Brussels with Hotel Amigo, family moments are made richer by being rooted in place. These aren’t just activities - they’re memories in the making.

For older kids and teens, experiences like the Art and About street art tour at Hotel de Rome in Berlin open up a different kind of discovery - urban, creative, and cool enough to feel like their own adventure. And at Brown’s Hotel in London, the spa becomes a space for bonding, with 'Mummy and Me' treatments and tween-friendly skincare sessions.

Or apart…
Equally important are the times when everyone follows their own rhythm. Little ones are creatively engaged at Verdùland, our award-winning kids’ club at Verdura Resort, or at the Academies with the Stars. Meanwhile, parents can enjoy a peaceful few hours in the citrus-scented Irene Forte Spa or on one of the resort’s two championship golf courses.

For solo parents, those golden moments of grown-up time can also be social. With children happily occupied, a relaxed hour, say at Aquazzura Bar in the Secret Garden at Hotel de Russie, might turn into a spontaneous conversation with another parent, a shared moment of adult company. A chance to unwind, not in isolation, but in community.

Joy lies in the details that ensure every guest, from toddler to teen to parent, feels genuinely seen. And when the details are handled beautifully, the memories take care of themselves.

A holiday for everyone
Rocco Forte Hotels’ family offering reflects the realities of modern travel. Dining is complimentary for the under-threes, with appealing discounts available for older children. Our expert Family Concierges - like Marco Melani at Hotel Savoy in Florence, who knows all the best kid-friendly places - can help tailor each day to suit different ages, interests and energy levels. 

Enjoyable family travel is about more than logistics. It’s about connection. And when the experience is crafted with care, solo-parenting on holiday stops feeling like a juggling act and starts feeling like what it should be: a pleasure. 

Start planning your next family adventure with Rocco Forte Hotels.