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Looking for a trusted babysitter or nanny at The Ampersand Hotel? Stays provides professional, vetted childcare directly to your hotel room — so you can enjoy London with complete peace of mind.
Every babysitter and nanny we send to The Ampersand Hotel is fully DBS-checked, referenced, and personally interviewed.
Need a babysitter at The Ampersand Hotel tonight? We often confirm bookings within hours — even same-day.
Families at The Ampersand Hotel consistently rate our sitters 5 stars. Read real reviews from hotel guests below.
From newborns to teens, our professional childcare providers at The Ampersand Hotel are experienced with every age group.
The Ampersand Hotel is one of many prestigious London hotels that recommend Stays to their guests.
All our nannies and babysitters carry full professional indemnity and public liability insurance for your peace of mind.
When you're staying at The Ampersand Hotel and want to explore London — whether it's a West End show, a fine-dining experience, or simply an evening stroll — finding a reliable babysitter shouldn't be stressful. Stays specialises in providing hotel babysitters and nannies across London's finest hotels, including The Ampersand Hotel.
Our childcare professionals are more than just babysitters. Each one holds a valid enhanced DBS check, professional references, a first-aid certificate, and full insurance coverage. Many are qualified nursery nurses, Norland-trained nannies, or experienced teachers — bringing a level of expertise that goes far beyond typical hotel babysitting services.
Booking is simple: fill in our form with your dates and requirements, and we'll match you with the perfect sitter for your family. We handle everything from newborn care to entertaining energetic toddlers and keeping older children engaged with age-appropriate activities — all within the comfort of your room at The Ampersand Hotel.
Whether you need daytime childcare while you attend meetings, an evening babysitter for a night out, or a travel nanny for your entire London stay, Stays is the trusted choice for families at The Ampersand Hotel and across Central London.
South Kensington is a wonderfully vibrant and family-friendly neighbourhood, known for its elegant architecture and proximity to some of London's most iconic museums. Families staying at The Ampersand Hotel will appreciate the safe, walkable streets and abundance of green spaces, making it an ideal base for exploring with children.
Natural History Museum Just a stone's throw from The Ampersand, the Natural History Museum is a treasure trove for curious minds of all ages. Your children can marvel at dinosaur skeletons and explore fascinating exhibits, giving you a perfect opportunity to enjoy some adult time later while a Stays nanny looks after them.
Science Museum Directly next door to the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum offers interactive displays and engaging workshops that will captivate young scientists. It's a fantastic spot for children to learn and play, and with a Stays babysitter, parents can even pop back for a quiet coffee nearby.
Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) While the V&A might seem more adult-oriented, it has fantastic family trails and creative workshops designed for children. After a stimulating visit, you could arrange for a Stays nanny to take the little ones back to the hotel for some downtime while you explore more of the museum's incredible collections.
Hyde Park A short stroll from the hotel, Hyde Park offers vast green spaces perfect for running around, picnicking, or visiting the Diana Memorial Playground. It's an excellent place for children to burn off energy, and if you fancy a romantic boat ride on the Serpentine, a Stays babysitter can keep an eye on them at the playground.
Yes. We regularly send vetted babysitters and nannies to guests staying at The Ampersand Hotel and can usually arrange a sitter on the same day, subject to availability. We recommend booking at least 24 hours in advance for guaranteed availability.
We can often arrange a babysitter to arrive at The Ampersand Hotel within 1–2 hours of your request, depending on availability. For evening bookings we recommend reserving as early in the day as possible.
Every sitter we send to The Ampersand Hotel is enhanced-DBS checked, professionally insured, paediatric first-aid trained, and has passed a face-to-face interview and at least two reference checks.
Yes. We provide childcare for weddings, private dinners, and corporate events held at The Ampersand Hotel, including in-room sitting, kids' clubs, and supervised activities at the venue.
After submitting your booking, we'll email a final quote and a secure payment link. Payment confirms the booking and the sitter will then meet you at The Ampersand Hotel reception at the agreed time.