in Crete, Greece
Bali Beach & Village
- Baby
- Toddler
- Kid
A friendly, good-value base in the little fishing village of Bali on Crete's north coast, where a string of small, sheltered coves gives calm, shallow water that suits young children. Rooms range from simple doubles to self-catering studios, and while it is not a slick all-inclusive, the coves, the pools and the low prices make it an easy family week.
Our verdict
A relaxed, affordable pick for families with young children who want calm coves and a kitchen over a big resort machine. Choose a studio for the kitchenette and lean into the slow village pace.
The rooms
A relaxed mix of hotel rooms and village-style studios and apartments, many with a kitchenette and balcony, spread across the hillside above Bali's coves. The self-catering options and simple, no-fuss rooms make it a genuine value pick for families who mainly want the beach.
At a glance
- Beach
- Sheltered coves, calm and shallow
- Self-catering
- Studios with kitchenettes
- Pools
- Outdoor pools with kids pools
- Value
- Good value, simple rooms
- Setting
- Hilly village, some slopes
- Airport
- About 45 min from Heraklion
How the KidProof Score works
Every hotel is rated on eight things families actually care about, then weighted by how much each one drives your choice. Room setup counts the most. The little touches break the ties.
Sleeps how many? Connecting rooms, family suites, a real extra bed?
Clean travel cot, high chair, bottle warmer, changing table, kit to borrow.
Shallow pool or paddling area, playground, kids club (free or paid).
Quick breakfast, kids menus, allergy options, snacks on hand.
Secured windows, protected corners, watched pool, well kept grounds.
Laundry, in-room fridge, stroller access, parking, reliable Wi-Fi.
Close to family attractions, easy transport, park tickets or access.
Welcome gift for the child, staff who talk to kids, themed rooms.
Why families love it
- Steps from Bali's small, sheltered coves with calm, shallow water
- Self-catering studios and apartments with kitchenettes and balconies
- Outdoor pools including children's pools
- Simple, low-key village setting with tavernas around the bays
- Good value, well suited to babies, toddlers and younger children
- Table tennis, billiards and low-key evening entertainment
🗓️A day here with kids
- 8:30
Breakfast on the balcony
Kitchenette makes mornings simple.
- 9:30
Cove morning
Calm, shallow water while it is quiet.
- 13:00
Lunch and nap
Escape the midday heat.
- 16:00
Pool time
Kids pool as it cools down.
- 19:00
Dinner by the harbour
Easygoing village tavernas.
Family things to do nearby
Cove-hopping
Bali has several small, sheltered coves, calm and shallow for young paddlers.
Snorkelling in the bay
Clear, calm water around the rocks makes a first snorkel easy for older kids.
Harbour taverna dinner
Family-friendly tavernas around the little fishing harbour.
Table tennis and games
Simple on-site fun like table tennis and billiards for downtime.
Is it right for your kids?
Baby
0 to 1 yr
Kitchenettes and calm, shallow coves make babies manageable, though the hills mean some pram-pushing.
Toddler
1 to 3 yrs
The sheltered coves are gentle for toddlers, and self-catering keeps mealtimes easy.
Kid
4 to 11 yrs
Kids get coves, snorkelling and pools, though there is no kids club to drop them at.
Teen
12 yrs and up
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Parents also ask
Is there a kids club?
No. Bali Beach & Village is a relaxed, value base without a dedicated kids club, though there is some low-key evening entertainment and games like table tennis.
Are the coves good for young children?
Yes. Bali sits around several small, sheltered coves with calm, shallow water, which suits babies and toddlers, though the coves are compact and busier in peak summer.
Can we self-cater?
Yes. Many of the studios and apartments have a kitchenette and balcony, so you can do breakfasts and children's teas in the room and keep costs down.
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