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Family holiday deals to Crete

Family holidays to Crete promise lazy days on sandy beaches, lashings of Greek charm and sightseeing opportunities galore.

As the largest Greek island, Crete has plenty of choice when it comes to family holidays. Its best kid-friendly resorts are in the north, where the sea is warm and calm. You have your pick of accommodation, from luxurious all-inclusive hotels with kids’ clubs and activities to simple self-catering spots by the beach.

Days here are best spent in the sunshine, swimming in shallow seas or splashing at a waterpark. You could also take a day trip to ancient sites like the Palace of Knossos, which dates back to 1900 BCE and was said to be home to the legendary Minotaur.

Castello Village Resort

4.1

Very Good

Sissi, Crete, Greece

7 Jun 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Gatwick

Prices from

£415 pp

Knossos Beach Bungalows Suites Resort & Spa

4.7

Excellent

Kokkini Hani, Crete, Greece

21 Sept 2026
7 nights
Half board
From Gatwick

Prices from

£759 pp

Petra Mare Hotel

4.8

Excellent

Ierapetra, Crete, Greece

21 Sept 2026
7 nights
All-inclusive
From Gatwick

Prices from

£977 pp

Katrin Hotel & Bungalows

4.3

Excellent

Stalis, Crete, Greece

30 May 2026
7 nights
All-inclusive
From Stansted

Prices from

£784 pp

Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa

4.3

Very Good

Platanias, Chania, Crete, Greece

20 Jun 2026
7 nights
Half board
From Gatwick

Prices from

£980 pp

Thalassi Hotel

4.6

Excellent

Stavromenos, Crete, Greece

30 May 2026
7 nights
Half board
From Stansted

Prices from

£597 pp

Amazones Villas Apartments

4.3

Excellent

Stalis, Crete, Greece

20 Jun 2026
7 nights
Room only
From Manchester

Prices from

£619 pp

Kristalli Hotel Apartments

4.6

Excellent

Malia, Crete, Greece

30 May 2026
7 nights
Self-catering
From Stansted

Prices from

£505 pp

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Family-friendly hotels near the beach

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Knossos Beach Bungalows Suites Resort & Spa

4.7

Excellent

Kokkini Hani, Crete, Greece

3 May 2026
7 nights
Half board
From Gatwick

Prices from

£500 pp

Katrin Hotel & Bungalows

4.3

Excellent

Stalis, Crete, Greece

16 May 2026
7 nights
All-inclusive
From Stansted

Prices from

£599 pp

Amazones Villas Apartments

4.3

Excellent

Stalis, Crete, Greece

5 Sept 2026
7 nights
Room only
From Manchester

Prices from

£569 pp

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All-inclusive Crete family holidays

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Katrin Hotel & Bungalows

Stalis, Crete, Greece

16 May 2026
7 nights
All-inclusive
From Stansted

Prices from

£599 pp

Royal Belvedere Hotel

Hersonissos, Crete, Greece

1 Apr 2026
7 nights
All-inclusive
From Gatwick

Prices from

£569 pp

Club Lyda Hotel

Gouves, Crete, Greece

8 Jun 2026
7 nights
All-inclusive
From Gatwick

Prices from

£419 pp

Filion Suites Resort & Spa

Bali, Crete, Greece

8 Jun 2026
7 nights
All-inclusive
From Gatwick

Prices from

£439 pp

Petra Mare Hotel

Ierapetra, Crete, Greece

23 Apr 2026
7 nights
All-inclusive
From Manchester

Prices from

£589 pp

Stella Village

Analipsis, Crete, Greece

18 Apr 2026
7 nights
All-inclusive
From Stansted

Prices from

£599 pp

Begeti Bay Hotel

Rethymnon, Crete, Greece

8 Jun 2026
7 nights
All-inclusive
From Luton

Prices from

£398 pp

CHC Marirena Hotel

Amoudara, Crete, Greece

8 Jun 2026
7 nights
All-inclusive
From Gatwick

Prices from

£439 pp

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Top family-friendly destinations in Crete

Chania

Chania is a great pick for culture and beaches combined. Take a stroll through the old town to shop for souvenirs and ice cream in the morning, then go swimming in the afternoon. With plenty of history to explore in the nearby ancient city of Aptera, this area has all the ingredients for a dream family holiday to Greece.

Elounda

Holidays to Elounda have family fun and relaxation by the bucket load. Expect a traditional Greek village vibe – think waterside tavernas, boat trips and a lovely sandy beach. From here, you can also venture into the mythical Minotaur story at the Palace of Knossos or visit the Aquaworld Aquarium and Reptile Centre.

Hersonissos

With gorgeous bucket-and-spade beaches, watersports for big kids and a long list of waterparks, Hersonissos delivers top family holidays. The coast is less than half an hour from Heraklion International Airport, so there are no lengthy transfers to worry about either.