Family Favourites in Crete
The following properties are highly recommended for families - some offer particularly spacious and practical accommodation, others boast a range of facilities for young and old, and most will give you the opportunity to meet other like-minded families and make new friends.
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Villa Alkistis
- Plakias, The Western South Coast
Situated on the edge of the relaxed south coast resort of Plakias, this villa is within easy walking distance of the beach and all the local facilities.
3-bedroom Villa for 3 - 6 people; SC; Private swimming pool; Air-conditioning; Transfers included, or reduced car hire rates
Villa Artemis
- Plakias, The Western South Coast
Standing next to Villa Alkistis, this well appointed villa shares the same convenient location just a short stroll from the shops, cafés and restaurants of Plakias.
3-bedroom Villa for 3 - 7 people; SC; Private swimming pool; Air-conditioning; Transfers included, or reduced car hire rates
Perigiali Apartments
- Makriyialos, The Eastern South Coast
Peacefully situated just around the headland from Makriyialos harbour, these popular apartments are just a stone's throw from the nearest beach.
6 Apartments with one or two bedrooms for 2 - 6 people; SC; Use of swimming pool at Villea Village; Air-conditioning; Transfers included, or reduced car hire rates
Villa Andreas
- Panormo, The Rethymnon Area
Ideal for larger families or groups of friends seeking a villa with pool within easy walking distance of both a beach and a village, this very spacious villa is conveniently situated in Panormo.
4-bedroom Villa for 6 - 10 people; SC; Private swimming pool; Air-conditioning; Transfers included
Istron Bay Hotel
- Istron, The Lassithi Region & Mirabello Gulf
Idyllically situated in a secluded bay, this well-established hotel offers comfortable accommodation and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Deluxe-class Hotel with 134 rooms; HB; Large seawater swimming pool; Air-conditioning; Transfers included; Tennis court, watersports, diving school (all payable locally) - Special Offers available on selected dates; click for details
Istron Villas
- Istron, The Lassithi Region & Mirabello Gulf
Built into the hillside above the pretty bay of Istron, these beautifully designed villas have their own pools and are within walking distance of the beach and the neighbouring hotel.
10 Villas with 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms for 2 - 7 people; SC; Private swimming pools; Air-conditioning; Car hire included; Use of Istron Bay Hotel's facilities
Villas Eleftheria, Kalithea & Irini
- Pendamodi, The Heraklion Area
Blessed with glorious views across unspoilt countryside, these three detached villas offer comfortable family accommodation, private swimming pools and a convenient setting for exploring Crete's key attractions.
3 villas with 2 or 3 bedrooms for 2 - 8 people; SC; Private swimming pools; Air-conditioning; Car hire included; Horseriding nearby
Blue Beach Apartments
- Stavros, Akrotiri Peninsula, Chania and the North-West
Set on a small sheltered sandy cove, this cluster of apartments of various sizes is especially popular with families thanks to its enticing pool and handy on-site taverna.
35 Studios and Apartments with 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms for 2 - 6 people; SC; Swimming pool; Air-conditioning; Transfers included; Tennis Court
Tersanas Village Apartments
- Tersanas, Akrotiri Peninsula, Chania and the North-West
Situated on a hillside between the village of Chorafakia and the beach at Tersanas, this cluster of apartments stands in mature gardens and offers real Cretan home cooking in its on-site taverna.
19 Apartments with 1 or 2 bedrooms for 2 - 5 people; SC; Swimming pool; Air-conditioning; Transfers included

