in Crete, Greece
Grecotel Creta Palace
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Grecotel's flagship family resort near Rethymno pairs a long Blue Flag beach with a brand-new aqua park, the Grecoland kids club and enough pools, sport and activities to fill a fortnight. It is big and polished, with strong food and a proper beachfront, and only a ten-minute drive from Rethymno old town when you want a change of scene.
Our verdict
A do-everything family resort with a real beach, a new aqua park and one of the best rooms line-ups on Crete. Book a bungalow for the space, and travel in July or August if the aqua park is a must.
The rooms
One of the widest family line-ups on the island: garden and sea-view rooms, family rooms and two-bedroom bungalows, plus villas with private pools. Many families pick a bungalow with direct garden access, so children can potter outside while you keep an eye from the terrace.
At a glance
- Beach
- Long Blue Flag beach, on site
- Aqua park
- Slides and splash zones, seasonal
- Kids club
- Grecoland, ages 4 to 12, free
- Rooms
- Family bungalows and pool villas
- Town
- 10 min to Rethymno old town
- Airport
- About 1 hr from Chania or 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
- Brand-new aqua park with slides, splash zones and a zero-entry pool (from July)
- Grecoland kids club for ages 4 to 12 with an organic garden and a mini kitchen
- Long Blue Flag beach of golden sand and smooth pebbles, with full beach service
- Two-bedroom bungalows and private-pool villas for space-hungry families
- Indoor and outdoor playgrounds for when the sun is too fierce
- Ten minutes by car to Rethymno old town and Venetian harbour
🗓️A day here with kids
- 8:00
Big buffet breakfast
Fuel up before the beach fills.
- 9:30
Beach morning
Sandcastles while it is still cool.
- 12:30
Lunch and quiet time
Nap in the shaded bungalow.
- 15:00
Aqua park and kids club
Slides for big kids, Grecoland for littler ones.
- 19:30
Dinner then mini disco
Early evening entertainment for the children.
Family things to do nearby
Aqua park afternoon
Slides, splash zones and a zero-entry pool for confident and cautious swimmers alike.
Grecoland garden club
Kids garden the organic bostani and cook in a mini kitchen at the free club.
Beach and sandcastles
A long Blue Flag beach with beach service, sun umbrellas and gentle entry.
Rethymno old town
A ten-minute drive to the Venetian harbour, fortress and ice-cream lanes.
Is it right for your kids?
Baby
0 to 1 yr
Ground-floor bungalows, cots on request and a gentle beach make babies straightforward here.
Toddler
1 to 3 yrs
Zero-entry pool, shallow beach and the Grecoland garden club suit toddlers well.
Kid
4 to 11 yrs
The best age here: aqua park, kids club, beach and sports all included or on site.
Teen
12 yrs and up
The aqua park, watersports and old-town trips keep teens happy, though the vibe stays family.
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Parents also ask
Is the aqua park open all season?
It runs seasonally, mainly from July into the summer. If it is a priority, travel in high summer and confirm the opening dates when you book.
Is the kids club free?
Yes. The Grecoland kids club for ages 4 to 12 is included, with a full daily programme of crafts, gardening and beach games.
Can we visit Rethymno easily?
Yes. Rethymno old town, with its Venetian harbour and fortress, is about a ten-minute drive, easy for a half-day out with children.
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