Best Greek island hotels 2024, reviewed

Planning a Greek island holiday isn’t quite as straightforward as you might think. As a nation scattered liberally through the Ionian and Aegean Seas, each Grecian isle and archipelago has its own distinctive quirks. Understanding each one’s character is essential in helping you choose where to visit; and then begins the task of finding the perfect place to stay.

From party-mad Mykonos to understated Paros and ultra-romantic Santorini, we’ve picked seven of Greece’s most popular islands and suggested some great spots to stay on each one. If you’re into history, Rhodes will appeal for its marvellous medieval city; or for gorgeous scenery studded with olive trees, consider Corfu and Zakynthos. Crete, the largest of all the Greek isles, offers a bit of everything.

And whether you’re looking for an adults-only escape, a character-filled boutique hotel or an all-inclusive resort packed with family-friendly facilities, our choice of the best Greek island hotels has you covered.

The best hotels in Greece

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The best hotels in Crete

1. Creta Maris, Hersonissos

Crete was an early adopter of mass-market mega-resorts. This property, now in its sixth decade, is a fantastic option for family travellers thanks to stacks of facilities (including a water park) and its location: 20 minutes from Heraklion’s airport. Don’t be deterred by its 680-strong room count; they’re split between a main block and a more spread-out cluster of bungalows, which cuts back on any sense of overcrowding. Other plus points for this hotel include direct access to a sandy beach and a long-held, way-before-its-time  commitment to sustainability measures.

Address: Dimokratias, Chersonisos 700 14, Greece