Top 10 Beachfront Hotels in the Greek Islands!
The Greek Islands have some of the most beautiful beaches across all the Mediterranean. That’s why, if you’re planning a family holiday here, it pays to make the most of it and pick a hotel right by the beach! Whether you want to head to the white sands of Zante, the long golden coastlines of Crete or the pine-fringed coves of Corfu, you’ll find plenty of family-friendly beachfront hotels. Plus, direct access to the beach makes holidays with the kids even easier. You won’t need to worry about packing for the whole day, as you can step straight from your hotel room to the beach in a matter of minutes. And here’s another plus point, beachfront hotels often have the best views too, with front-row seats looking out on a sun-sparkled seafront. It’s time to check out our top 10 beachfront hotels in the Greek Islands…
#1. Ikos Dassia, Corfu
The Ikos Dassia is a dreamy 5* hotel placed right by the gorgeous golden shoreline. Picking the perfect sunbed won’t be a problem, as the hotel provides a huge array of comfy white beds and parasols all the way along the beach. It makes for a stunning location if you’re just relaxing by on the sun terrace too, as the main lagoon-style pool looks out on the seafront with the classic Corfiot scenery of pine-covered mountains in the distance. Little ones will also love the small splash park featuring fountains and sprinklers set in shallow water. All Inclusive means you can truly make the most of the wealth of eating options at the hotel, with the choice to dine out or enjoy a la carte meals at 7 authentic restaurants. There are also impressive facilities for children, including a creche for babies and toddlers, hotel-run kids’ clubs and a spacious outdoor playground.
- 30 mins transfer
- All inclusive
- 10 swimming pools
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#2. Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park, Crete
Grecotel Marine Palace sits right by a golden shoreline with ample sunbeds and thatched roof parasols. And although its name suggests a regal residence, the hotel is actually laid out like a classic Cretan village with low-rise buildings and cool white interiors. Across the spacious hotel grounds, you’ll enjoy lush green gardens, towering palm trees and no less than six swimming pools! And of course, how could we forget the on-site aqua park? It has a huge water playground in a kaleidoscope of colours with tipping buckets, fountains, and half-pipe water slides. There’s also an even bigger set of spiralling chutes and kamikaze water slides for adults and older children. What’s more, the fun continues with indoor and outdoor play areas and a hotel-run kids’ club.
- On a Blue Flag beach
- 7 pools
- Onsite waterpark
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#3. Blue Sea Island Resort, Rhodes
The Blue Sea Island Resort has a classic Greek design to its exteriors, with low-rise, sugar-cube style buildings and thatched roof parasol sunbeds right by the beachfront. The hotel may look traditional from the outside, but its interior decor is classy and contemporary with spacious rooms styled in warm tones. There are three outdoor pools for making the most of the sunshine and the spectacular seafront views. And that’s not forgetting the on-site waterpark with spiralling chutes, mini slides and a tipping bucket. All Inclusive board basis as standard adds to the value of the hotel, and you can even dine at the a la carte Greek restaurant during your stay.
- Waterpark
- All inclusive
- 30 mins transfer
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#4. Atlantica Akti Zeus Hotel, Crete
The Atlantica Akti Zeus Hotel is nestled in a quiet cove of Crete, right by the dusky golden sands that characterise the coastline of Amoudara. The location may be simply serene, but there are still plenty of activities to enjoy at the hotel for all ages. That includes the waterpark, with its series of slides such as multi-lane racers and spiralling chutes. There’s a smaller splash park for little ones too, with fountains, mini slides and a tipping bucket. Along with the beach and the waterpark, the hotel is set up to welcome families as it has children’s menus and highchairs at four restaurants, as well as a hotel-run kids’ club. Enjoy All Inclusive meals at two different buffet restaurants, with the option to dine once per week at the Greek a la carte grill restaurant.
- Waterpark
- Swim up rooms
- 40 mins transfer
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#5. Hotel Star Beach Village and Waterpark, Crete

With a fantastic location right by the beachfront of Hersonnisos, the Star Beach Village is certainly focused on fun in the sun! This sprawling hotel complex gives you unlimited entry to the on-site Star Beach waterpark, known as one of Crete’s biggest and best waterparks. The kids will love the compact water playground with a huge choice of spiralling chutes, mini slides and a tipping bucket. There’s also a fountain splash park area for toddlers, as well as a pirate ship with mini slides. And for adults and big kids, there’s the much faster multi lane racers and kamikaze water slides. Along with the waterpark, Star Beach Village also boasts four buffet restaurants that are just perfect for enjoying the All Inclusive board basis as standard. There are also two huge outdoor playgrounds with climbing frames, slides and more. And that’s not forgetting the daily entertainment programme with live music and shows.
- 35 mins transfer
- All inclusive
- Waterpark
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#6. Lindos Princess Beach Resort and Spa, Rhodes
The Lindos Princess sits right by a Blue Flag beach, the international award that’s only granted to the cleanest and best-kept beaches. Along with a stunning slice of golden coastline, you can also look forward to six pools including a main lagoon-style pool with stunning seafront views. One of the pools even has some mini water slides that are perfect for younger children. And for more fun in the sun, there’s a mini-golf course, grass tennis courts and a huge outdoor playground. As part of your All Inclusive board basis, you can dine at two different buffet restaurants and even dine around at authentic a la carte Italian and Greek restaurants.
- All inclusive
- On a Blue Flag beach
- 2 bed family rooms
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#7. TUI BLUE Lagoon Princess, Halkidiki

As this hotel is part of the TUI BLUE collection, you can be sure of exceptional facilities and smart ideas for families. That includes a dedicated baby pool, free Parent & Tots swim sessions, and a Baby & Tots Club. The hotel even hosts group workout sessions, BLUEf!t for Families. There’s also a small on-site splash park with a cartoon-style boat, mini slides and fountains. The Lagoon Princess is set across large grounds with four swimming pools, so you’ll find plenty of space for sunbathing whether that’s at a palm tree island or near the seafront. What’s more, a sandy beach is just steps away, with incredible views of the Aegean Sea. Plus, all your meals are covered with All Inclusive dining at the main buffet restaurant serving up international and classic Greek dishes.
- 5 swimming pools
- All inclusive
- 2 bed family rooms
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#8. The Westin Resort Costa Navarino, Greece
This grand residence sits by a golden ribbon of sand at a coastline that characterises the beautiful peninsulas of the Peloponnese. The main pools are lined with low hanging palm trees, olives and cypresses and even feature artificial rock faces with cascading waterfalls. Along with being a luxurious five-star resort, The Westin also boasts brilliant family facilities. That includes an amazing splash park for little ones, with colourful fountains, slides and swings, as well as separate half-pipe chutes for older children. The West hosts hotel-run kids’ clubs for different age ranges, including a creche for babies and toddlers up to 4 years old. And what’s more, there’s even full-size bowling alley with multiple lanes!
- Private beach
- Children’s splash park
- Indoor swimming pool
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#9. Kiani Beach Resort, Crete
The Kiani Beach Resort sits on an open expanse of coastline on the outskirts of classic Kalyves village. The coastal location gives you panoramic seafront views from almost every angle, whether you’re relaxing by the lagoon-shaped pool or enjoying an al fresco snack at the open-air restaurant. For families, there’s a hotel-run kids’ club as well as a large outdoor playground with swings, slides and a mini pirate ship. The hotel’s interiors are also spacious and modern and for added value on your holiday, Kiani Beach Resort offers All Inclusive as standard. That means you can enjoy unlimited drinks and all main meals served in the main buffet restaurant.
- 3 swimming pools
- 45 mins transfer
- Family rooms
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#10. Blue Lagoon Village, Kos
This five-star, all inclusive residence is set across a sprawling complex of low-rise buildings dotted with lagoon-shaped pools. Even better, it’s set right by a golden sandy shorefront that overlooks the azure tones of the Mediterranean. As an exclusive TUI hotel, the Blue Lagoon Village also features the TUI Kids’ Club for 3 to 12-year-olds, a Baby Club, and an air-conditioned Baby Lounge. The all inclusive at the hotel is another highlight, as you’re entitled to dine at six of the hotel’s seven restaurants as part of your board basis. Dine out at the la carte Italian, Chinese and Greek restaurants to enjoy great variety during your holiday. And as for activities and entertainment, well, there’s an open-air stage for live shows, an Adenture Land oudoor playground and dedicated sports courts for football and tennis.
- 25 mins transfer
- Waterslides
- 2 bed family rooms
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