ON the hunt for a carefree and fun holiday suitable for both adults and children?
We’ve rounded up the top-rated all-inclusive waterpark hotels in Crete, Greece, based on the recommendations of TripAdvisor reviewers.
The hotels offer their own waterparks or grant unlimited access to nearby ones, all within a convenient 10-minute stroll.
Each property boasts on-site kids’ pools, clubs, and activities suitable for families.
We’ve sourced the top holiday package deals from leading UK travel companies for this upcoming summer.
These all-inclusive packages include accommodation, round-trip flights, meals, and unrestricted entry to waterparks.
1. Atlantica Akti Zeus Hotel
The Atlantica Akti Zeus Hotel is located on the beachfront, just a 15-minute drive from Heraklion City.
On-site, you’ll find two outdoor pools and a waterpark with plenty of rides and activities.
The waterpark features a multi-late racer, a tunnel slide, a bowl slide and tall chutes.
Some slides have height restrictions, but there are dedicated areas for smaller children, including a lazy lagoon and a spray park.
You’ll also find a kids’ club for kids aged 4 to 12, with a games room and plenty of daily activities.
The hotel also has more activities outside the pools, including table tennis, darts, pool tables and a gym.
You won’t be short on dining options, as you’ll find three restaurants and six bars.
- 7 nights at Atlantica Akti Zeus Hotel in Crete, Greece – from £2,699pp for a family of three
- 7 nights at Atlantica Akti Zeus Hotel in Crete, Greece – from £2,299 for a family of free (with one free child place)
2. Star Beach Village & Waterpark
The large complex at the Star Beach Village features plenty of outdoor spaces, beach coves and unlimited access to the Star Beach waterpark.
The outdoor freshwater children’s pool features slides, a waterfall and a section for smaller children.
The waterpark includes slides, lazy rivers and kamikaze, and water sports like scuba diving are also available for all children over 7.
The all-inclusive package includes a huge buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner or a buffet dinner at the Asian Star restaurant.
You’ll also get snacks throughout the day, including ice cream and picky bits.
Plus, for adults, you’ll find wine, beer and cocktails available for at least 12 hours daily.
- 7 nights at Star Beach Village in Crete, Greece – from £2,599 for a family of three
- 7 nights at Star Beach Village in Crete, Greece – from £1,999 for a family of three (with one free child place)
3. Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park
The Grecotel Marine Palace features an on-site waterpark, five pools, three restaurants, bars and many activities.
The Kingdom of Poseidon waterpark has 100 water games, aqua towers, rides and waterslides.
There are options for smaller children, too, including a water volcano and jets.
The hotel has several daily activities, including a games room, beach volleyball, two tennis courts, archery and more.
During the evening, you’ll also find mini-discos and musical shows – and if that’s not your vibe, you can also relax in the entertainment lounges while the kids dance the night away.
- 7 nights at Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park in Crete, Greece – from £3,281 for a family of three
- 7 nights at Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park in Crete, Greece – from £3,489 for a family of three
4. Stella Palace Aqua Park Resort
The Stella Palace resort is a family favourite, and it won the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice award in 2021.
You’ll find a huge freshwater pool and a separate kids’ pool on-site. There’s an indoor pool, too, but that’s for adults only.
Activity-wise, there’s a kids’ club, movie nights and mini discos in store for little ones.
Meanwhile, adults can enjoy evening entertainment, such as live Greek music and bands in the theatre.
Plus, adults can dance the night away in the bar with live DJ sets until the early morning.
Guests here also receive unlimited access to Stella Waterland, located at the sister hotel, Stella Village.
The waterpark is only a seven-minute walk, and it has waterslides, splash pools, a tipping bucket, rafts and a spray ground.
- 7 nights at Stella Palace Aqua Park Resort – from £3,257 for a family of three
- 7 nights at Stella Palace Aqua Park Resort in Crete, Greece – from £3,599 for a family of three (with one free child place)
5. TUI BLUE Elounda Breeze
The TUI BLUE Elounda Breeze is perfect for families; you’ll find three pools for children and a handful of kids’ clubs and activities.
Other than the usual sports and activities like water polo, swimming lessons and tennis, kids will also have the chance to learn how to make pizza and fruit salads in cooking classes.
The splash park here is smaller than other resorts, but it’s still great for little ones, with a few slides, a tipping bucket and waterfalls.
If you have kids under two, baby lounges are open 24/7 – these come with aircon, microwaves, bottle warmers and changing facilities.
- 7 nights at TUI BLUE Elounda Breeze in Crete, Greece – from £2,375 for a family of three
6. Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort
The main attraction at the Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort is the pool area, boasting six pools, including two children’s pools, a splash park, and two aqua parks.
The aqua parks feature several slides, and the splash park has a tipping water bucket and water guns.
This hotel is a paradise for children, as you’ll also find a children’s playground with slides and a kids’ club featuring arts and crafts, team games, sports, drama and music classes.
The hotel is also located on the beachfront, so you can head down by the beach whenever you want.
Guests will also get a buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant.
Snacks between meals and local wine, beer, cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks are available for most of the day.
- 7 nights at Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort in Crete, Greece – from £2,196 for a family of three (including one free child place)
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