If you are arriving at Heathrow Airport to visit England or if you are passing through to another destination, then you might be wanting to stay a few nights in a nearby hotel.  There are many to choose from and they can all be found online. One of the closest hotels to the airport is the Holiday Inn. 

At this hotel kids eat for free and you can make use of the fitness or health center while you are there. The rooms offer an iron and an ironing board, coffee maker and hair dryer. Another close hotel is the Crowne Plaza. Here you will enjoy an indoor pool and sauna as well as a whirlpool. There are laundry facilities and kids eat free.

When you arrive and you decide that you will rent a car, then you will be able to find a car hire at Heathrow Airport. There you can make your choice from a small compact with great gas mileage all the way up to a estate car with room for everyone and their luggage. You can then drive yourself around and not use the buses or trains. This is the best way to see all of England as it gives you freedom to stop when you want and stay as long as you want.