Curated Luxury family friendly hotel deals in Crete

With a stay at Dessole Dolphin Bay Resort – All Inclusive in Malevizi, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Heraklion Port and Paleokastro Fortress. This all-inclusive property is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Ammoudara Beach and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Pantanassa.

When you stay at Hotel Matheo Villas & Suites in Hersonissos, you'll be next to a golf course – a 3-minute drive from Stalis Beach and 7 minutes from Star Beach Water Park. This golf hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Malia Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Palace of Malia.

Situated in Malia, 100 metres from Tropical Beach, Malia Bay Beach Hotel & Bungalows features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a terrace and a bar. Some units at the property have a balcony with a city view.

A buffet, continental or American breakfast is available at the property. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Greek, Italian and Japanese cuisine. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can also be requested.

Malia Bay Beach Hotel & Bungalows offers a children's playground.

Languages spoken at the reception include German, Greek and English, and guests are invited to request advice on the area when needed.

Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 23 km from the accommodation, while Lake Voulismeni is 28 km away. Heraklion International Airport is 31 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

When you stay at Miramare Resort & Spa in Agios Nikolaos, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Almiros and Ámmos. This beach hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Folk Museum and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Lake Voulismeni.

With a stay at Elounda Residence Resort & Waterpark in Agios Nikolaos, you'll be 2.5 mi (4 km) from Kolokýtha and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Spinalonga. This spa aparthotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Alykes of Elounda and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Hiona Beach.

When you a stay at Peninsula Resort & Spa - All Inclusive in Malevizi, you'll be near the bay, just steps from Stay Wet and Peninsula Private Beach. This all-inclusive hotel is 15.8 mi (25.3 km) from Heraklion Port and 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from Palace of Knossos.

When you stay at Sirens Beach and Village - All Inclusive in Hersonissos, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Star Beach Water Park and Stalis Beach. This all-inclusive property is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Malia Beach and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Palace of Malia.

When you stay at Atlantica Akti Zeus in Malevizi, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Heraklion Port and Palace of Knossos. This all-inclusive hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Ammoudara Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Pankritio Stadium.

When you stay at Semiramis Village in Hersonissos, you'll be near the beach – a 3-minute drive from Star Beach Water Park and 7 minutes from Stalis Beach. This all-inclusive hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Lychnostatis and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Aquaworld Aquarium.

With a stay at Canvas by Mitsis Cretan Village in Hersonissos, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Star Beach Water Park and Port of Hersonissos. This all-inclusive hotel is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Stalis Beach and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Convention Centre Creta Maris.

Located in Rethymno, Azul Eco Hotel is a 5-minute drive from Rethimno Kart and 12 minutes from Rethymnon Town Hall. This hotel is 6 mi (9.7 km) from Town Beach and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Arkadi Monastery.

With a stay at Hara Ilios Village in Hersonissos, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Star Beach Water Park and Ekklisia Agios Konstantinos. This family-friendly hotel is 11.8 mi (19 km) from Heraklion Port and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Stalis Beach.

Located in Agios Nikolaos, Elounda Peninsula Luxury Resort is a 5-minute drive from Alykes of Elounda and 6 minutes from Elounda Windmills. This beach hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Christian Basilica Poros Elounda and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Hiona Beach.

When you stay at Alexander House in Malevizi, you'll be in the entertainment district, within a 10-minute walk of Agia Pelagia Beach and Psaromoura Beach. This hotel is 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Heraklion Port and 15.3 mi (24.7 km) from Palace of Knossos.

With a stay at Odyssia Beach Hotel in Rethymno (Perivolia), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Town Beach and Blue Beach. This beach hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Mili Gorge and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Horse Park Rethymno.

Featuring an outdoor pool surrounded by sunbeds, the 4-star Sentido Amounda Bay is located 0.5 km from the sandy Amoudara Beach. The hotel includes a restaurant and a snack bar. All air-conditioned rooms at the hotel open out to a balcony.

Each of the guestrooms features a TV, radio, safe and mini fridge. The private bathroom is stocked with free toiletries.

Dining and drinking options at Sentido Amounda Bay include a restaurant and poolside bar. A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed daily.

The 24-hour front desk can provide information on Knossos Palace, which is at a distance of 12 km.

A number of restaurants, café-bars and shops are within a short walking distance from Sentido Amounda Bay. A bus stop is conveniently located in front of the hotel. It is 7 km from Heraklion City. Private parking is located on site.

The property has a private beach which is 0.5 km away.

With a stay at Atali Grand Resort in Mylopotamos, you'll be a 3-minute walk from Livadi Beach and 7 minutes by foot from Varkotopos beach. This family-friendly hotel is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Reptisland and 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Melidoni Cave.

With a stay at Nefeli Hotel in Rethymno, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Horse Park Rethymno and Platanes Beach. This family-friendly hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Blue Beach and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Town Beach.

Grand Hotel Holiday Resort rests 25 kilometres east of Heraklion International airport and 2.5 kilometres from Hersonissos on the north coast of the Mediterranean island of Crete.

This 4-star hotel offers newly constructed bungalows with captivating views to the sea in combination with 4 swimming pools and beautiful poolside bars.

American breakfast can be enjoyed daily. Dionysus Restaurant offers a dining terrace serving Greek and International cuisine, while the snack-bar restaurant offers a-la carte choices right by the main pool.

Surrounded by well-kept colourful gardens, the complex also features a stylish lobby area, a wellness centre and supervised mini club with special programme of activities for children.

Situated 100 metres from the beach of Malia in Crete, Meropi Hotel & Apartments features 3 pools, a poolside bar and a restaurant. It offers apartments with free Wi-Fi and balcony overlooking the garden or the pools.

A fully equipped kitchenette with microwave, dining area and fridge is included in all the spacious apartments at the Meropi Hotel. Featuring bright colours and plenty of sunlight, each unit has a seating area with LCD satellite TV.

A breakfast buffet is provided in the dining area. The restaurant serves dinner including Cretan and international dishes. Drinks and coffee can be enjoyed at the poolside bar.

Wellness options include a steam bath and a sauna. Younger guests can have fun at the 2 children’s pools and the playground.

Staff are available 24/7. The lively town centre is at 1 km. Heraklion International Airport is within 30 km. Free private parking is available on site.