Best Luxury Family Resorts in Greece with Kids' Clubs

Planning a luxury family holiday to Greece starts with choosing the right resort. It is not just about a beautiful beach. Kids’ clubs, childcare, accommodation and dining all shape your stay.

With over 20 years’ experience as a travel writer specialising in luxury family holidays, I have selected the resorts in this guide based on luxury accommodation, strong family facilities, high-quality childcare and food and drink that goes beyond a standard buffet. All include à la carte dining and premium all-inclusive options.

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Ikos Resorts: Best All-Inclusive Luxury Family Resort in Greece

If you're looking for the best all-inclusive luxury family resort in Greece, Ikos remains the benchmark. Its Infinite Lifestyle concept includes à la carte dining, premium drinks, children's activities and entertainment, so there are no hidden extras once you arrive.

The Heroes childcare programme caters for children from six months through to teenagers, with a crèche for babies, age-specific kids' clubs and a dedicated teen programme, all operated to exceptionally high standards.

There are six Ikos resorts across Greece:

• Ikos Olivia, Halkidiki
• Ikos Oceania, Halkidiki
• Ikos Dassia, Corfu
• Ikos Odisia, Corfu
• Ikos Aria, Kos
• Ikos Kissamos, Crete

Best for: families who want a luxury all-inclusive holiday with outstanding childcare, exceptional food and premium service.

Kids' club: Heroes Crèche from 6 months, Kids' Club 4 to 12, Teens' Club 12+

Sani Resort: Best Luxury Resort for Active Families

Sani is the benchmark against which most other family resorts in Greece are measured. Set across a thousand acres of protected nature reserve with seven private Blue Flag beaches, it is Greece's first carbon-neutral resort. There are five hotels within the resort, and guests can use the facilities of all five during their stay:

• Sani Beach

• Porto Sani

• Sani Club

• Sani Dunes

• Sani Asterias

Across the resort, families will find creches, mini clubs and teen zones, alongside academies run in partnership with the Rafa Nadal Tennis Centre, Chelsea FC and Bear Grylls Survival. With more than twenty-five restaurants, including several Michelin-starred kitchens, and the annual Sani Gourmet festival, this is one of the few resorts in Greece where the food is a destination in its own right.

Best for: active families who want plenty to do without leaving the resort.

Kids' club: Yes, from infants to teenagers.

MarBella, Mar-Bella Collection, Corfu

MarBella combines five-star luxury with one of the strongest childcare programmes in Greece, making it an excellent choice for families who want a premium all inclusive resort and a hassle-free holiday where everything is included and tailored to your needs.

Set on Corfu’s south-east coast, the resort offers six restaurants, a fantastic water park and an extensive childcare programme delivered by Worldwide Kids, welcoming children from four months through to seventeen years.

What sets MarBella apart is the range of activities available for different ages. Young children can enjoy age-appropriate play and supervised activities, while older children and teenagers can take part in daily water fun with the 8 slides on offer at the Anemelia Waterpark.

With its combination of luxury accommodation, outstanding family facilities and activities for children from baby to teen, MarBella is a standout choice for families looking for a resort that works for everyone.

Best for families with babies, toddlers and teenagers.

Kids' club: Worldwide Kids from 4 months to 17 years.

Elix, Mar-Bella Collection, Parga, Mainland Greece

A hand-picked choice for families wanting a quieter side of five-star Greece, Elix sits above Karavostasi Beach with sweeping Ionian Sea views, part of the small, family-owned Mar-Bella Collection group.

Spacious rooms, some with private infinity pools, four restaurants and a genuinely excellent kids' club (Worldwide Kids, from four months) make this a resort where parents can properly switch off. A funicular railway or shaded path leads straight down to the beach, where sunbeds, umbrellas and beachside service from Azure restaurant mean you barely need to move once you're settled.

Best for: families wanting a five-star holiday with excellent childcare, without the crowds of a bigger resort.

Kids' club: Worldwide Kids, from 4 months.

Nearest airport: Preveza | Transfer time: approx. 1.5 hours

Daios Cove, Agios Nikolaos, Crete

Hand-picked for families wanting design-led luxury, Daios Cove is carved into a cliffside above its own private cove, with sea views from almost every angle of the resort.

Villas come with private plunge pools, and internal funiculars make getting around the site part of the experience rather than a chore. Six restaurants cover everything from beachfront light bites to fine dining, and the kids' club (ages 4–11) runs alongside a separate crèche for younger children, so parents of a real age range can properly relax. Beyond the resort, families can try private yacht trips, water sports or take a boat over to Spinalonga.

Best for: families wanting striking architecture and serious design alongside five-star family facilities.

Kids' club: ages 4 to 11 (crèche also available for younger children).

Nearest airport: Heraklion | Transfer time: approx. 50 minutes

Lesante Cape Resort & Villas, Zakynthos

This is one I'd happily recommend to families wanting a more boutique, villagey feel without losing any of the five-star experience. Lesante Cape is built to resemble a traditional Greek village, complete with its own central square, folklore museum and church, giving it a real sense of Greek culture that a lot of resorts lack.

The three-tiered infinity pool, complete with its own swim-up bar, is one of the resort's real showpieces, cascading down towards uninterrupted Ionian Sea views. Suites and villas come with private pools in the larger categories, and the resorts kids' club is for 4 to 10 year olds alongside a separate teen club. Four restaurants cover everything from casual all-day dining to adults-only fine dining, and the resort's own secluded beach is a short walk from the suites.

Best for: families with a mix of younger children and teens, wanting boutique charm alongside five-star facilities.

Kids' club: ages 4 to 10, with a separate teen club also available.

Nearest airport: Zakynthos International Airport | Transfer time: approx. 15 minutes

Grecotel LUXME Creta Palace, Crete

Recently refurbished for 2026, this luxury five-star hotel is one I'd recommend to families wanting a lively, yet seamlessly run all-inclusive resort with excellent facilities for children of all ages. Set on Crete's north coast near Rethymno, the resort combines seven restaurants, four beachfront pools and a brand-new Aqua Park with a Cretan village square feel at its centre.

The Grecoland Kids' Club runs age-specific programmes from birth through to teenage years: GrecoBaby for under-3s, GrecoKids and GrecoJuniors for 4 to 12 year olds including an organic garden and a mini-kitchen cookery programme, and a seasonal GrecoTeens club for 13 to 17 year olds.

Best for: Families with children of different ages, from babies to teens, wanting a lively five-star all-inclusive resort.

Kids' club: Grecoland, ages 4 to 12 (plus GrecoBaby for under-3's and a seasonal teen club for 13–17).

Nearest airport: Heraklion | Transfer time: approx. 1 hour

Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino

Mandarin Oriental's first hotel in Greece is one of the country's finest luxury family resorts, set on Navarino Bay in the Peloponnese. The resort holds double Forbes Five-Star status for both the hotel and spa, a rare distinction in Greece, making it an excellent choice for families looking for exceptional service and facilities.

Families can choose from elegant suites and spacious private pool villas, many with sea views and generous outdoor living space. Days are spent in the beachfront infinity pool, on the sandy beaches with a wide choice of water sports. While young children can enjoy the family pool.

Dining is equally impressive, with several restaurants serving everything from Mediterranean cuisine to Japanese fine dining, alongside relaxed beachfront options that work well for families. The resort also offers children's menus and flexible dining, making mealtimes stress-free.

The Coral & Friends Kids' Club welcomes children from 3 months to 12 years with creative, nature-inspired activities, while teenagers have their own space in the Kyma Lounge with games, movie nights and social events. Families can also play on the Bay Course, an 18-hole golf course.

Best for: Families looking for a five-star luxury family resort in Greece with outstanding dining, spacious accommodation and excellent facilities for babies, children and teenagers.

Kids club: Coral & Friends from 3 months to 12 years, plus Kyma Lounge for teens.

Nearest airport: Kalamata. Transfer time: approx. 45 minutes

Conrad, Corfu

Hilton's first luxury resort in Greece, and one of the newest luxury family resorts in the country, has recently on a secluded stretch of Corfu's southern coast, close to Lefkimi Port.

Most rooms, suites and villas come with heated private pools, hot tubs, or direct access to the resort's signature Aqua Piazza lagoon, alongside indoor and outdoor heated pools elsewhere on-site. Three restaurants and two bars cover everything from all-day family dining to a beachfront fine-dining restaurant by Michelin-starred chef Alexandros Tsiotinis.

The resort's kids' club, Genius Loci, is run in collaboration with Worldwide Kids and is built as a treehouse-style micro village set among olive and eucalyptus trees, a distinctive concept rather than a standard kids' club room. Two tennis courts, an open-air cinema and a wellness centre round out the facilities.

Best for: Families wanting a brand-new luxury resort with striking design, excellent dining and an unusual, immersive kids' club.

Kids' club: Each age group has a dedicated zone with a unique color palette and is filled with activities tailored to their developmental needs.

Nearest airport: Corfu International Airport | Transfer time: approx. 40 minutes

Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel, Athens

If you're planning to combine Athens with a luxury beach holiday, this is one of the best family resorts in Greece. Set on its own pine-clad peninsula just 30 minutes from Athens International Airport and the Acropolis, it offers the rare combination of a five-star beach resort with easy access to the city's world-famous sights.

Families can choose from elegant rooms, suites and spacious bungalows, with three private beaches, outdoor swimming pools and a wide range of watersports. Dining is a highlight, with several restaurants including Michelin-starred Pelagos, alongside relaxed beachfront venues and family-friendly options.

The complimentary Kids For All Seasons club welcomes children up to 12 years old (under-4s must be accompanied by a parent), offering activities including tennis lessons, cooking classes, arts and crafts and supervised beach games. Parents can unwind in the resort's extensive spa, inspired by the teachings of Hippocrates, while older children and teenagers have plenty to keep them busy with watersports, tennis and outdoor activities.

Best for: families wanting to combine Athens sightseeing with a luxury beach resort.

Kids' club: Kids For All Seasons, ages 0 to 12 (under-4s accompanied by a parent).

Nearest airport: Athens International Airport | Transfer time: approx. 30 minutes

How to Choose the Right Luxury Family Resort in Greece

The best resort for your family depends on your children's ages and the kind of holiday you want.

• Ikos resorts suit families wanting a premium all-inclusive experience with minimal planning.

• Sani is best for active families who want space, variety and a wide range of facilities.

• MarBella Corfu and Elix are strong choices for families travelling with babies and toddlers.

• Daios Cove, Mandarin Oriental and Four Seasons Astir Palace suit families wanting a more contemporary, design-led ultra luxury experience.

• Lesante Cape is ideal for families wanting a boutique resort with facilities for both younger children and teens.

• Grecotel LUXME Creta Palace works well for families with a wide age range, from babies through to teenagers.

• Conrad Corfu suits families wanting the newest luxury option in Greece, with a striking, design-led kids' club.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best luxury family resort in Greece with a kids' club?

Ikos Resorts and Sani Resort remain the leading choices thanks to their excellent childcare, luxury accommodation and family-friendly facilities.

Do luxury resorts in Greece offer childcare for babies?

Yes. Several resorts, including Ikos, Sani resorts, MarBella, Elix and Mandarin Oriental Costa Navarino, offer crèches for babies and toddlers, although these may incur an additional charge.

Which Greek island has the best luxury family hotels?

Crete and Corfu offer the widest choice of five-star family resorts, while Halkidiki is home to both Ikos and Sani resorts.

When is the best time to visit Greece with children?

Late May, June and September usually offer warm weather, quieter resorts and more comfortable temperatures for young children.

Need help choosing the right resort?

Every family is different, and choosing the right resort can save you money, avoid disappointment and make your holiday much more enjoyable.

As an Ikos and Sani specialist, I can recommend the best hotel, room type and travel dates based on your family's needs. If you'd like a personalised luxury family holiday proposal, get in touch and I'll help you plan a holiday you can book with confidence.