Last Updated on March 13, 2024 by Suzy McCullough
Greece is a great destination for families. Not only do you have the stunning mainland of Greece but there’s a great choice of idyllic islands. The only tough choice will be choosing where to stay. There are so many great family-friendly hotels and many of them have some excellent swim-up rooms. These are great options for families as you have a terrace where you can access a shared pool. This means you are never far away from your belongings plus your own bathroom.
We take a look at some of the best hotels that Greece has to offer which all have swim-up rooms plus a couple of options with a private pool. Our choices are based on reviews and recommendations plus the facilities on offer. We especially love the swim-up rooms at the Aqua Bay Zante. We also love the waterpark at the Atlantica Aegean Blue Rhodes and the mountain view rooms.
Atlantica Holiday Village Rhodes
Address: Kolymbia, Rhodes 851 03, Greece
Hotel Information – One of the best family-friendly hotels Greece has to offer is the Atlantica Holiday Village in Rhodes. The hotel is split into different zones – Activity, Deluxe and Relax and you can choose where you want to stay. There are a whopping seven big pools and kids have their own pool with a splash park and a pirate ship. Around the pool is a lazy river and the hotels’ waterslides have a choice for young and old.
Foodies have four restaurants to choose from including an Italian, a buffet restaurant and an American diner. For children, there is the HV kid’s club with a range of clubs for ages 3-12. Even teenagers have their own place to hang out. In the evening all the family can enjoy a great and diverse range of shows and activities. Also on-site there is an aerial adventure course, tennis, multi-sports court, football academy, swim academy and more. Children also have a playground, stage academy and a games room.
Family rooms can be found in the Activity and Relax areas. Rooms can be upgraded to include a swim-up terrace. These double rooms can sleep up to 3-4 people and have direct access to a shared pool. Families will also love the Relax family swim-up rooms have have a partition between some of the beds.
Why We Love the Atlantica Holiday Village in Rhodes
- Splash Park with Slides
- Aerial Adventure Course
TUI BLUE Lagoon Princess Halkidiki
Address: Kalives Beach, Epar. Od. Poligirou – Neas Potideas, Kalives Poligirou 631 00, Greece
Hotel Information – Big on child-friendly features is the TUI BUE Lagoon Princess in Halkidiki. There are four outdoors to choose from plus little ones have a shaded paddling pool and a splash pool. Guests can also access a nearby waterpark that has four large waterslides, a lazy river and a splash park. Designed for children aged 3-11 is a professionally run on-site kids club. These are split into different age groups and teens also have their own Hangout with daily activities. In the evening there is an entertainment programme with something for everyone. Sports facilities include tennis courts, basketball court, beach volleyball, a swim school and more. Also for kids there is a playground and kid’s activities. Adults can relax at the spa or work out at the gym.
All rooms have a balcony or terrace, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning and a TV. You can upgrade to a family swim-up room. These two-bedroom rooms sleep up to 4 people and have a terrace with direct shared pool access. For the ultimate in luxury, you can also upgrade to a junior suite with a private pool and terrace for up to 4 people. Or there are deluxe duplex suites with a sea view, a private pool and a balcony.
Why We Love the TUI BUE Lagoon Princess
- Great for Families
- Right by a Beach
Aqua Bay Suites Zante
Address: Planos 291 00, Greece
Hotel Information – Located near Tsilivi in Zante is the family-friendly Aqua Bay Suites. It is part of a larger resort and guests here have access to eight pools and a waterpark. The waterpark is situated close to the hotel and it has different zones including the fountain-filled Aztec Jungle and a pirate ship with slides. Some of the slides have height restrictions and guests have unlimited access from May to October.
There are a couple of buffet restaurants, a choice of bars plus two a la carte restaurants to choose from. The TUI Kids’ Club offers everything from disco nights to parent and baby sessions five days a week. In the evening all the family can enjoy themed evenings, bingo, quiz nights and a mini-disco for the littlies. In the daytime, there is an activity programme over at the waterpark and the nearby Planos Bay Hotel.
Suites at this hotel come with a flat-screen TV, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facilities and a mini-fridge. Families can upgrade to a swim-up family room with sliding doors between some of the beds and a terrace with direct shared pool access. For the ultimate luxury, you can also book a family room with a private pool. Both of these rooms sleep up to 4 people.
Why We Love the Aqua Bay Suites
- Waterpark with Lazy River
- Access to Facilities at Two Neighbouring Hotels
TUI BLUE Sensatori Atlantica Caldera Palace Crete
Address: Analipsi, Anissaras 700 14, Greece
Hotel Information – Close to a beach near Analipsi, Crete is the TUI BLUE Sensatori Atlantica Caldera Palace. The resort has five pools with two of them focused on families and another just for grown-ups. Three of the pools come with their own bar. Little ones have a splash pool and there is a fun activity pool with the likes of water polo and aqua fitness.
Foodies have seven restaurants to choose from plus a cafe. A la carte restaurants include a Tex-Mex, a Thai and there is an Italian. For children, there is the TUI Kids’ Club for those aged 3-12. Teenagers also have their own place to hang out with daily activities. In the evenings you can enjoy professional entertainment including shows, music, dancing and games. Also on-site there are tennis courts, watersports, archery, football, fitness classes and more. Adults can work out at the gym or relax at the spa.
All rooms here have a balcony or a terrace plus air-conditioning, satellite TV, tea and coffee-making facilities and a minibar. There is a choice of rooms including the option to upgrade to a double room with a private pool or a balcony. Their swim-up rooms are also doubles that sleep 2-3 people. Families can book a swim-up family room for up to 4 people with sliding doors. Or a family suite for up to 4 people with a sea view, a private pool and a balcony.
Why We Love the TUI BLUE Sensatori Atlantica Caldera Palace
- By a Sandy Beach
- Kids’ Clubs and a Hang Out for Teens
Atlantica Atki Zeus Hotel Crete
Address: 1-3, Linoperamata 715 00, Greece
Hotel Information – On Crete’s northern coastline, a short drive from Heraklion is the Atlantica Atki Zeus Hotel. It has a lovely beachside setting plus two main swimming pools with a children’s paddling area. The hotel also has a family-friendly waterpark with a range of waterslides and a splash area. There are height restrictions for some of the slides. For children aged 4-12, there is a hotel-run kid’s club. At nighttime, you can expect entertainment such as lovely music, dance acts and comedy performances. A few of the activities you can try here include table tennis, watersports, darts and volleyball. For adults, there is a gym plus a wellness and beauty centre.
Their swim-up family rooms can sleep up to 4 people. Guests of these rooms have access to a shared pool from their terrace. Or there are swim-up twin rooms which can sleep up to 3 people.
Why We Love the Atlantica Atki Zeus Hotel
- Beachside Setting
- Waterpark
Hotel Portobello Royal Kos
Address: Kardamaina 853 02, Greece
Hotel Information – How about a hotel with 15 pools to choose from? The Portobello Royal in Kos has just that. Located close to a beach and the centre of Kardamena this is a great choice for families. The saltwater pools are dotted around the hotel plus there is an indoor pool just for adults. Children have their own pool and there is a waterpark, which is payable, a short walk away. The waterpark at the sister hotel, Porto Bello Beach has a range of slides and it is open between May and October. Down by the beach, there is a kids’ club and the hotel runs an international evening entertainment programme. Other facilities include watersports, tennis, beach volleyball plus a playground and more. Food-wise there are six restaurants including a buffet, Greek and a Mediterranean.
Their luxurious rooms all have air-conditioning, a mini-fridge and a balcony or a terrace. You can upgrade to a double swim-up room for 3 people or even one with a private pool. Their swim-up junior suites can sleep up to 4 people. There is a partition between some of the beds. Or you can upgrade to a suite with a sea view a private pool and a terrace for up to 4 people.
Why We Love the Portobello Royal in Kos
- 15 Pools
- On the Beach
Atlantica Aegean Blue Rhodes
Address: Paris St street, Kolympia 851 03, Greece
Hotel Information – A popular family-friendly hotel in Rhodes near Kolymbia is the Atlantica Aegean Blue. Located right by the sea it has a stretch of sandy beach and it’s just a short walk to the nearest bars and cafes. The talking point of this hotel is the waterpark with something for all ages. There is a great range of slides some of which have height restrictions. Also on-site there is a huge sea view lagoon pool with water jets plus another with a swim-up bar.
You have four restaurants to choose from including an Asian and an Italian. The TUI Kids’ Club offers everything from disco nights to parent and baby sessions, six days a week. In the evenings you can enjoy entertainment several nights a week including live shows, bands and more. Also for kids, there is a playground and a toddler soft play area. There are also tennis courts, beach volleyball, mini-football, watersports and dedicated sports hosts.
Rooms include free Wi-Fi, LCD satellite TV, a welcome pack and a mini-fridge. Upgrade to enjoy the benefits of a family swim-up room. These rooms sleep up to four people and there is a partition between some of the beds. You can access a shared pool from your terrace.
Why We Love the Atlantica Aegean Blue
- Waterpark
- By a Beach
- Great for Families
Grecotel LUXME White Palace Crete
Address: Πηγιανός Κάμπος 741 50, Greece
Hotel Information – With amazing sea views and a great location next to Blue Flag Beach, you will find the Grecotel White Palace. It is just 3km from the village centre of Rethymnon in Crete. The main pool is surrounded by sun loungers and parasols and has a waterslide. A further 8 saltwater pools are spread out across the hotel grounds. Access to these pools is dependent on which room category you are staying in.
There are 5 a la carte restaurants to choose from plus a buffet restaurant which serves international favourites. Children aged 4-6 and 7-12 can take part in the Grecoland kids’ clubs open 6 days a week. The hotel also runs a programme for teens aged 14-17 in high season. Other facilities include an open-air cinema for kids, aerobics, watersports and table tennis. Adults can relax at the spa or workout at the indoor and outdoor gyms.
There is a choice of rooms and you can upgrade to a swim-up bungalow with sea views and a shared pool off your terrace. These sleep up to 3 people. All rooms have air-conditioning, a TV, a fridge, Wi-Fi and a safe.
Why We Love the Grecotel White Palace
- Blue Flag Beach
- 7 Restaurants
Family-Friendly Greek Hotels with Private Pools
Minoa Palace Resort
Address: ΞΕΝΟΔΟΧ. ΜΙΝΟΑ ΠΑΛΑΣ, Platanias 730 14, Greece
Hotel Information – With a beachfront setting and elegant interiors, the Minoa Palace Resort is the perfect hideaway. It is located close to bars, restaurants and cafes plus the resort centre of Platanias, Crete is a few minutes walk away. Guests have four swimming pools to choose from connected by walkways and bridges. Kids get two pools and there is an indoor pool for over 16s.
As well as the buffet restaurant there is also an Italian, a choice of bars and a traditional Greek cafe. In the evenings they run regular Greek nights with traditional dancers and musicians. The hotels’ Greek cookery lessons are popular with guests. You can also enjoy tennis, mini-football, table tennis and there is a playground. Adults can take some me-time at the Spa and wellness centre or work out in the gym.
While the rooms at this hotel don’t have the benefit of swim-up rooms they do have some lovely rooms with your own private pool. All rooms have a balcony or a terrace plus free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facilities and air-conditioning. There is a range of bungalows and the ones with their own private pool can sleep up to 4 people. Or there are deluxe double rooms with a private pool.
Why We Love the Minoa Palace Resort
- Close to Bars and Restaurants
- Choice of Pools
Avra Imperial
Address: Kolymvari 730 06, Greece
Hotel Information – The Avra Imperial in Kolymbari Crete is a luxurious hotel that runs parallel to a pebble beach. It is just a 5-minute walk to the village centre and this hotel is a great option for families with teenagers that are looking for a relaxing holiday. There is a large lake-like pool which covers 1,500 square metres of the hotel’s grounds. Children have a couple of pools and in the cooler seasons, families can use the indoor pool in the mornings. As well as the buffet restaurant this hotel also has three a la carte restaurants plus there is a range of bars. Children aged 4-12 can be kept entertained at the kids club. In the evenings Le Bar hosts live music several nights a week. Other facilities include tennis courts, table tennis, a playground, an indoor play area and a games room.
Rooms at this hotel are modern and stylish and you can upgrade to enjoy a sea view. Families can stay in 1 bedroom family rooms with a large balcony. Or for the ultimate in luxury, you can book a deluxe suite with a pool view, your own private pool and a terrace. These rooms sleep up to 4 people.
Why We Love the Avra Imperial
- On Kolymbari Beach
- Kids’ Club
For further reading and holiday inspiration please check out the following posts:
20 Best Family-Friendly Hotels Greece
12 Best All-Inclusive Family Hotels in Kos Greece
10 Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Halkidiki
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