Where to stay with a family before a flight from Heathrow Terminal 4

The short list at a glance

Two hotels joined to Terminal 4 where we could confirm the family arrangements, compared on the room and what you pay.

Stay	How you reach T4	Door to check-in	Room, typical	Transfer	Typical total
Our pickLowest totalPremier Inn London Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	Covered walkwayNothing to book	8 min	£80–£150	£0	£80–£150
Also considerHoliday Inn Express London Heathrow T4	Covered walkwayNothing to book	4 min	£90–£150	£0	£90–£150

Totals are a typical family room for one night plus getting to the terminal, for two adults and two children, one way. Checked October 2026; your dates may cost more or less.

The stays, and why

Our pickLowest total

Premier Inn London Heathrow Airport Terminal 4

Covered walkway8 min to check-inNo transfer costFamily roomsKids stay free

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Room, typical: £80–£150
Transfer: £0
Typical total: £80–£150

Who it suits: Most families flying from Terminal 4.
Why we would choose it: A covered walk to the terminal, family rooms, and up to two children under 16 stay free with a paying adult. Children also eat breakfast free when an adult buys one.
The compromise: A budget hotel, and the walk is a few minutes longer than from the Holiday Inn Express.
Worth paying more?: Usually not. For a family this is both the cheapest and one of the easiest options at the terminal.

Also consider

Holiday Inn Express London Heathrow T4

Covered walkway4 min to check-inNo transfer costSofa-bed room sleeps 3Breakfast included

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Room, typical: £90–£150
Transfer: £0
Typical total: £90–£150

Who it suits: Families of three, and anyone with a very early flight who wants breakfast first.
Why we would choose it: The shortest walk to Terminal 4, about four minutes, and breakfast is included and starts at 05:00 on weekdays.
The compromise: The room with a sofa bed sleeps three. A family of four needs connecting rooms, which costs more.
Worth paying more?: For three of you, it is worth comparing on price. For four, our pick is simpler.