Places to stay catering for Hidden Disabilities

Whether you’re looking for a hotel, a holiday park, a B&B or something more unusual, here you’ll find a whole host of properties that are perfect for those travelling with hidden disabilities. 

Planning a holiday is exciting, but it can also be incredibly stressful especially if you are or are travelling with someone who is on the autism spectrum, has dementia or any disability which isn't immediately obvious.

You may have a destination in mind or just want some inspiration, either way, make sure to take a look at the accommodation options available to you here.

Autism Friendly holidays

When it comes to going on holiday, individuals who are on the autism spectrum may become anxious because of the change in their routine even if it is a location they have been before. When it comes to accommodation providers, there are a number of properties that have experience with the autism spectrum and have additional facilities to help make your holiday as stress free as possible.

Not everyone who is on the autism spectrum experiences the world in the same way, some people may have difficulty communicating or may become easily overwhelmed, we understand that there isn’t a one size fits all solution to finding an autism friendly place to stay, but the properties listed here have a number of things in place, from quiet spaces to muted colours, dim lights and soft music and even minimally decorated rooms to make life that little bit easier.

According to the National Autism Society, more than 1 in every 100 people in the UK are diagnosed as having an autism spectrum disorder and as autism affects each individual differently, it can be difficult to find somewhere that suits your specific needs. Here at Tourism For All, we are dedicated to helping you find the most accessible properties and destinations in the UK and with the rise in awareness regarding autism, you’ll find that there are plenty of options all over the country.

When it comes to autism friendly facilities at hotels, holiday parks and other accommodation options, there are a whole host of things to look out for. Many of the properties offer quiet spaces or are located in more rural settings, so that guests are able to escape from overwhelming situations. Similarly, as many people on the autism spectrum have sensory sensitivity, staying in one of these properties mean that businesses are aware that loud colours, noise and music can be difficult for their guests and have done what they can to eliminate that situation entirely.

Dementia Friendly properties

With a rise in Dementia Friendly towns across the UK, you will also find an increase in properties that are suitable for those with dementia or similar conditions. Many holiday providers are also making sure that staff have specifici training in this area to help make the whole thing more enjoyable. 

Travelling with a stoma 

If you're travelling with a stoma, it is important to know where the nearest accessible toilet is and to be able to reach one whenever you need. There are several places to stay across the UK that have multiple bathrooms to each property so that you can always find one and others that have public toilets clearly marked around the property. 

Take a look at our range of accommodation options suitable for hidden disabilities here.