in Kos, Greece
Lakitira Resort
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- Kid
- Teen
A relaxed, good-value resort with a mix of hotel rooms and self-catering village apartments, tucked on a hillside above its own calm beach near Kardamena. The self-catering option is the draw for families who like the freedom of a kitchenette, while the shared pools and free kids club cover the holiday basics. It is quieter and greener than the big Kardamena strip, a gentle choice for younger families.
Our verdict
A calm, affordable choice for families who value a kitchenette and a quiet beach over big-resort buzz. Best with a car for day trips.
The rooms
A spread of rooms, family rooms and self-catering village apartments on a green hillside above a quiet sandy beach near Kardamena. The village-style apartments have a kitchenette and separate sleeping space, which suits families who want the flexibility to feed toddlers on their own timetable. Choose the hotel side for full board or the village side for self-catering.
At a glance
- Self-catering
- Village apartments option
- Beach
- Quiet own beach
- Kids club
- Free daily programme
- Value
- Affordable and calm
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
- Self-catering village apartments option
- Quiet own beach below the resort
- Free kids club and pools
- Green hillside setting away from the strip
🗓️A day here with kids
- 8:00
Breakfast in the apartment
Kitchenette means an easy start on your own timetable.
- 10:00
Beach below the resort
Calm sandy stretch, quiet in the morning.
- 14:00
Pool and shade
A shady afternoon back up at the pools.
- 19:00
Cook-in dinner
Simple pasta on the balcony, kids fed early.
Family things to do nearby
Quiet beach morning
The resort's own beach is calm and uncrowded, great for a slow start with young children.
Market and cook-in
Use the kitchenette for a relaxed family meal after a shop in Kardamena.
Boat trip to Nisyros
Day boats from Kardamena reach the Nisyros volcano, a memorable outing for older kids.
Is it right for your kids?
Baby
0 to 1 yr
The kitchenette helps with bottles and meals, though the hillside means slopes with a pram.
Toddler
1 to 3 yrs
The quiet beach and self-catering flexibility suit toddler routines well.
Kid
4 to 11 yrs
Pools, a kids club and boat trips from Kardamena keep this age content.
Teen
12 yrs and up
Quieter than the big resorts, but boat trips and Kardamena nearby give teens options.
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Parents also ask
Can we self-cater here?
Yes, the village-style apartments have a kitchenette, so you can self-cater, while the hotel side offers board options.
Is the beach good for young children?
The resort's own beach is calm, sandy and quiet, a gentle spot for toddlers and first paddles.
Do we need a car?
A hire car is not essential but helps, as the resort is quieter and a little out of Kardamena's centre.
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