Curated family friendly hotels in Crete

With a stay at Kalisti Hotel & Suites, you'll be centrally located in Santorini – a 1-minute drive from Santorini Caldera and 9 minutes from Kamari Beach. This family-friendly hotel is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Athinios Port and 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Perivolos Beach.

Minos Hotel is centrally located in Rethymno – a 2-minute walk from Town Beach and a 2-minute drive from Rethymnon Town Hall. This family-friendly hotel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Rethymnon Venetian Port and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Agios Frangiskos Church.

Situated in Plataniás, 200 metres from Platanias Beach, Geraniotis Hotel and Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared lounge and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers karaoke and a concierge service.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. Rooms have a kettle, while certain rooms come with a kitchenette with an oven, a microwave and a stovetop.

Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and American options.

Geraniotis Hotel and Resort offers a terrace. The area is popular for hiking, and bike hire is available at this 4-star hotel.

Platanias Square is 1.6 km from the accommodation, while Agios Dimitrios Church is 2 km from the property. Chania International Airport is 25 km away.

Located in Rethymno, Theartemis Palace is near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Blue Beach and Town Beach. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from St. Anthony Gorge and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Paleontological Museum.

With a stay at Almyrida Resort in Apokoronas, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Almyrida Beach and a 3-minute drive from Kera. This beach hotel is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Port of Souda and 14.4 mi (23.1 km) from Old Venetian Harbor.

When you stay at Hermes Hotel in Santorini, you'll be near the airport – a 1-minute drive from Kamari Beach and 7 minutes from Ancient Thira. This hotel is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Athinios Port and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Santorini Caldera.

Inspired by the traditional Cretan Village architecture, with the Libyan Sea lying on its feet, the 5-star Ostria Resort & Spa is set in Lassithi, 4,5 km east of Ierapetra town.

The resort offers stunning ocean and sunset views, elegant accommodation, a bespoke range of dining options, exquisite Spa treatments and an unparalleled array of entertainment and recreation activities. It features 6 restaurants, 4 bars, a luxurious Gala venue, a long sandy and pebbled beach with crystal clear waters and 7 swimming pools, one of which is solely for younger guests.

Other facilities include watersports, diving centre, tennis courts and beach volley. Children may entertain themselves at the playground.

Designed in soft lines with earthy tones and stylish décor, all rooms form relaxed spaces of unparalleled comfort and elegance.

Dining options range from traditional Cretan “Mezedes” to gourmet plates singed from awarded Chefs, promising an incredible journey of flavours through the bridges of cultural diversities.

Lassithi region offers numerous pristine beaches, freshwater springs, dense forests, historical and archaeological sites, beautiful villages, and traditional hamlets. The small town of Ierapetra provides a vast choice of dining and entertainment options while the best of Crete’s treasure, Chrissi Island is right on your doorstep. The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 36 km from the property.

When you stay at Sirios Village Hotel & Bungalows - All Inclusive in Chania, you'll be near the beach – a 1-minute drive from Kalamaki Beach and 6 minutes from Old Venetian Harbor. This all-inclusive property is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Agia Marina Beach and 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Port of Souda.

When you stay at Aegean Plaza Hotel in Santorini, you'll be near the airport – a 1-minute drive from Kamari Beach and 7 minutes from Ancient Thira. This beach hotel is 6.2 mi (10 km) from Athinios Port and 5 mi (8.1 km) from Santorini Caldera.

With a stay at Hotel Kalyves Beach in Apokoronas, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Port of Souda and Kalyves Beach. This beach hotel is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Old Venetian Harbor and 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Nea Chora Beach.

Facing the beachfront, Galini Palace offers 5-star accommodation in Kolymvari and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. Featuring room service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a terrace. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a concierge service and free WiFi.

At the hotel, each room is equipped with a balcony. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, certain units at Galini Palace also provide guests with a sea view. At the accommodation every room comes with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

Spa and wellness facilities are at guests' disposal during their stay at Galini Palace, including a hammam and on-request massage treatments. You can play table tennis at the hotel, and the area is popular for cycling.

Rapaniana Beach is 600 metres from Galini Palace, while Platanias Square is 12 km away. Chania International Airport is 35 km from the property.

Located 10 metres from the beach in Georgioupolis, this hotel offers a free Wi-Fi and a rich buffet breakfast. Its air-conditioned rooms feature a balcony overlooking the Cretan Sea and the swimming pool.

Rooms at the Georgioupolis Beach Hotel have a satellite TV, safe and mini fridge while some units also have a kitchenette. A private bathroom with hairdryer is standard.

Guests can relax at the pool bar that serves cocktails and snacks until late in the evening. The hotel restaurant serves traditional Cretan specialities using local products.

The centre of Georgioupolis with shops, restaurants and bars is 100 metres away. Chania with the Venetian Port is at 38 km and Rethymno with the scenic Old Town and the Fortezza is at 25 km. Free private parking is available at the hotel Georgioupolis Beach.

Heated pool is available in April ,May and October.

The Spa area offers a cold plunge tub.

When you stay at Splendour Hotel and Suites in Santorini, you'll be in the entertainment district, within a 15-minute drive of Kamari Beach and Athinios Port. This luxury hotel is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Santorini Caldera and 6.2 mi (10 km) from Oia Blue Dome Church Viewpoint.

When you stay at Rosebay Hotel in Santorini, you'll be by the sea – a 1-minute drive from Kamari Beach and 8 minutes from Ancient Thira. This family-friendly hotel is 6 mi (9.7 km) from Athinios Port and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Santorini Caldera.

When you stay at Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach in Chania, you'll be near the bay, just steps from Stalos Beach and 14 minutes by foot from Agia Marina Beach. This beach hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Golden Beach and 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Limnoupolis Water Park.

Located 200 metres from Georgioupolis Beach, Corissia Beach hotel offers 4-star accommodation in Georgioupolis and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a private beach area and a bar. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a tour desk and free WiFi throughout the property.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. All units include a wardrobe.

Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and Full English/Irish options. At Corissia Beach hotel you will find a restaurant serving French, Greek and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

The accommodation offers a children's playground. You can play table tennis at Corissia Beach hotel, and the area is popular for cycling.

Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 22 km from the hotel, while Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 46 km away. Chania International Airport is 48 km from the property.

When you stay at El Greco Resort in Santorini, you'll be by the sea – a 2-minute drive from Santorini Caldera and 9 minutes from Kamari Beach. This beach hotel is 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from Athinios Port and 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Perivolos Beach.

With a stay at Santo Miramare Resort in Santorini, you'll be on the beach – a 3-minute walk from Perivolos Beach and 13 minutes by foot from Perissa Beach. This beach hotel is 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Athinios Port and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Kamari Beach.

With a stay at Cyano Hotel in Agios Vasileios, you'll be near the beach, just a 2-minute walk from Plakias Beach and 6 minutes by foot from Skínos. This hotel is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Preveli Beach and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Foteinári.

When you stay at Orizontes Hotel Santorini in Santorini, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Athinios Port and Santorini Caldera. This hotel is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Kamari Beach and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Perivolos Beach.