in Kefalonia, Greece
Lara Hotel
Updated 1 July 2026
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A small, family-run hotel above one of Kefalonia's prettiest bays, where a long sandy beach backed by green hills sits just a couple of hundred metres downhill. With an outdoor pool, sea-view balconies and a genuinely relaxed pace, it suits families who want a quiet, scenic base rather than a big resort.
Our verdict
For families chasing a beautiful, calm sandy bay over resort facilities, Lara is a lovely, affordable Lourdas base, just be ready for the walk back uphill.
The rooms
Whitewashed rooms, each with a balcony and fridge and most sleeping 2 to 4, a few hundred metres above the long sandy sweep of Lourdas Bay.
At a glance
- Beach
- Long sandy Lourdas bay downhill
- Pool
- Outdoor pool with sea views
- Vibe
- Quiet, green and scenic
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
- A few hundred metres from long sandy Lourdas beach
- Outdoor pool with sea views
- Quiet, green and scenic setting
- Balconies and fridges in every room
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Parents also ask
How far is the beach and is it sandy?
Lourdas beach is a few hundred metres downhill, a long sandy bay with shallow entry that suits toddlers, though the walk back up is steep enough that many families drive down.
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