When planning your next family vacation you might automatically write off Greece thinking that it’s a place for honeymooners and other romance seekers. But there are many family-friendly hotels and resorts all across the country, from the beautiful Greek islands to the peaks of the Peloponnese. These resorts offer plenty of opportunities for fun and relaxation, including kid-friendly features.
Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
Set along the Athens Riviera just a 30-minute drive from the historic center of Athens, this Four Seasons property is a luxury resort that offers an unforgettable escape for the family. You’ll enjoy a seaside retreat while being close enough to explore the many attractions in the city. It includes two swimming pools, a Jacuzzi, and direct access to a private, secluded beach. There are three sandy, shallow bays for splashing around, ideal for the little ones, while older kids can enjoy stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and snorkeling. Accommodation is in two buildings, Arion and Nafsika, with the latter offering a magnificent sea view in every room and suite. Some come with private pools. There are multiple dining options, upscale boutiques, and a fitness center too.
Elounda Bay Palace Hotel - Crete
Elounda Bay Palace Hotel sits along the edge of Mirabello Bay, skirted by a white sandy beach and surrounded by 20 acres of gardens. It offers a serene setting and a host of desirable facilities for guests of all ages to enjoy, including a fabulous world-class spa offering everything from massages to beauty and wellness treatments. It’s perfect for unwinding after a day enjoying a variety of water sports, including diving. The gym offers complimentary group fitness classes, yoga, Pilates, and personal training. Plus, as a guest, you get discounted green fees and preferred tee times at the 18-hole Crete Golf Club.
Daois Cove Luxury Resort & Villas - Crete
Daois Cove is an elegant family-friendly resort overlooking the turquoise waters of Vathi Bay. It hosts the Crèche Club for kids supervised by childcare experts along with an entertainment room with games for younger guests, and dozens of well-monitored watersports activities enjoyed from the property’s private beach. Parents can unwind in the spa which has an indoor pool and Finnish sauna along with hydromassage therapies and pampering treatments inspired by Asian rituals. There are multiple on-site restaurants and pools, including a saltwater pool that seems to melt into the sea, while every room, suite, and villa boasts walls of windows with jaw-dropping bay views.
Iria Beach Art Hotel - Naxos
Located just steps from picturesque Agia Anna beach in one of the most desirable areas of Naxos, Ira Beach Art Hotel is a boutique property with a relaxing, family-friendly atmosphere. There’s no pool but the translucent blue waters are shallow and calm making it a fantastic place for swimming. The spa has a hydromassage tub and both massage and beauty services like hair styling can be arranged. Rooms ensure a good night’s sleep with CocoMat Mattresses and soundproofed windows, with all featuring free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, espresso machines, and safes. The expansive balconies and patios include loungers and many offer a gorgeous sea view.
Grace Mykonos - Mykonos
Nestled on the hillside overlooking Agios Sefanos Beach and the sea, Grace Mykonos boasts a prime spot for relaxing and recharging, close enough to the waves to enjoy the tranquil sounds, yet it’s just a 15-minute drive from Mykonos town. Cots and babysitting services are available on request, so if you’re bringing the kids you can still take advantage of the fabulous spa. It sits within a stone-walled, candlelit thatched roof space and offers a menu of Mediterranean-style massages and pampering treatments, a sauna and steam room, and a hydrotherapy bath. The outdoor pool has a sea view and a poolside bar, while the beach is dotted with loungers and umbrellas for complimentary guest use. Every room has a private balcony, some with sea views, plus free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs with DVD players.
MarBella Corfu Hotel - Corfu
MarBella is a very family-friendly resort hotel, complete with many two-bedroom suites to provide plenty of room to stretch out. There are multiple kids’ clubs for various ages, babysitting, and a game room for the teens. It’s tucked into a forested hillside overlooking the Ionian Sea with picturesque views across the straits to the mainland. The main saltwater infinity pool is adults-only but there’s another freshwater pool and a kids’ pool that has waterslides and a splash park. The private beach has loungers, umbrellas, and watersports on offer, including diving, while the spa provides massages, a sauna, and a steam room. Multiple dining and drinking options are available, and all rooms open to furnished balconies or terraces with sea, garden, or mountain views.
Vernina Suites - Sifnos
Set within five whitewashed buildings scattered throughout tranquil gardens, most of the rooms, suites, maisonettes, and apartments at Vernina Suites come with French doors that open to flower-filled verandas. Some have kitchenettes or full kitchens, ideal for those who want to save some money on dining out. The beach is just across the road, with beach bars and watersports within easy reach. There’s a children’s pool and another pool for all ages with a poolside bar. Beauty treatments and in-room massage can be booked while the on-site restaurant offers a generous buffet breakfast and a casual, all-day menu.
Electra Palace - Athens
Right in the heart of downtown Athens, just a couple of blocks from the Greek Parliament on Syntagma Square, Electra Palace was built in 1959 to house the Ministry of Education. Today it offers a “retro-chic” feel with the highlight a rooftop terrace where one can swim in the pool and enjoy breakfast with a side of Acropolis views. The vista stretches all the way to Mount Olympus across the gulf on a clear day. There’s a spa with a sauna, whirlpool bath, and massage options, while rooms are extra spacious and include balconies with views over the square. The Executive Rooms feature sofa beds and are best suited for families.
Westin Costa Navarino - Pilos
This vast resort boasts a prime spot on the Ionian Sea and has been named among the best in Europe. There is a long list of amenities for every age on land and water, including two pools and a water park with slides, two signature golf courses, a surf school, and an idyllic golden stretch of sandy beach. Dining and drinking can be enjoyed at 15 restaurants and bars, while the spa offers renowned olive oil treatments. There’s even a commercial hub with shops, a café, and a deli. All rooms have balconies, but the ground-floor suites are extra spacious and come with private patios and pools.
Atrium Prestige - Rhodes
Atrium Prestige is an exclusive 5-star spa resort that sits right on the beach providing stunning sea views and many activities for the kids. There’s a mini-disco for dancing, an indoor play area, and themed evenings with live music and dance shows everyone can enjoy. A full-service spa is on-site with a wide range of massages, facial and body treatments, plus an indoor pool and health club. All-inclusive packages with dining options are available that include six restaurants and a coffee shop, a poolside bar, and 24-hour room service.
Porto Zante Villas & Spa - Zakynthos
An award-winning beachfront villa resort, Porto Zante Villas & Spa is set along a private sandy beach in a secluded bay. This is the ultimate luxury for those who want to treat their family to villa life on Zakynthos. You’ll have plenty of room and all 15 villas come with private pools, high-end entertainment systems, desks with iMac desktops, and marble bathrooms with Jacuzzis. There’s a waterfront spa and dining options include everything from in-villa dining to meals at Greek and Mediterranean meals at the Club House Restaurant. High chairs and cots can be prearranged, while pony riding and mini-golf are possible too.
Grecotel Mykonos Blu - Mykonos
Mykonos Blu is centrally located in the hills just above Psarou Beach. Guests here will be steps the hotel’s private stretch which offers both cocktail and lunch service. Plus, this is one of the only hotels on the island with full facilities for children and a kids’ club. There’s a two-level infinity pool that has its own grotto multiple dining options, including kid-friendly meals and private family BBQs, along with a lavish spa. All bungalows and suites come with furnished balconies, many showcasing magnificent sea views, while some have private pools.
Acqua Vatos Santorini Hotel - Santorini
Acqua Vatos is located in Kamari next to Santorini’s black sand beaches while boasting a backdrop of the famous caldera. Its spacious rooms and suites were specifically designed with kids in mind, while the large pool that overlooks the sea is popular among adults and children alike. There’s a pool bar and guests enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast too.
Sani Beach Hotel - Halkidiki
Sani Resort offers 5-star accommodation in a private ecological reserve which includes a yacht marina and several hotels, including Sani Beach Hotel. The location is breathtaking, with five miles of golden sand beaches edged by the crystal clear waters of the Aegean and pine forests. It includes upscale eateries like the Veranda Restaurant, sports facilities, and an enticing spa with a menu of soothing treatments and massage, sauna, and steam rooms. The kids club is sure to please, complete with mini-Olympic Games on the beach, parties, picnics, and even short excursions.
Grecotel Olympia Oasis & Aqua Park - Peloponnese
Grecotel Olympia Oasis & Aqua Park offers plenty of entertainment for the whole family. There are thrilling water rides and simulated whitewater rafting experiences, while the Aqua Tower features 100 aqua games, designed for little ones. Kitesurfing and aqua aerobics are available too, while room options include an exclusive beach villa and both double or family-sized accommodation.
