Parents booking air-conditioned hotels to keep babies safe in UK heatwave
Summary
Many families in the UK, including parents with newborn babies, are booking hotel rooms with air conditioning to escape a recent heatwave. Hotels have reported a rise in bookings and revenue because of increased demand for cooler places.Key Facts
- Searches for hotel rooms with air conditioning in Great Britain have tripled since June 1.
- UK hotels saw a 34% revenue increase between June 22 and 25 compared to the same days in 2025.
- The UK experienced record high June temperatures, reaching 36.9°C in Suffolk.
- Heartwood Inns is operating at 86% capacity, with many guests asking about air conditioning before booking.
- Parents with newborns are among those specifically seeking air-conditioned rooms to keep babies comfortable.
- London’s Templeton Garden hotel is fully booked, with more guests using air-conditioned areas and shaded terraces.
- The Feathers hotel saw occupancy increase from 74% to 81%, with air-conditioned rooms becoming a key reason for bookings.
- Many visitors are making short, last-minute trips or extending stays to avoid the home heat.
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