Top 20 Baby Friendly Holidays in Europe
From campsites to luxury five star resorts, I’ve hand picked the best places for baby friendly holidays in Europe with baby clubs, curated menus and lots more.
Bringing a baby away for the first time can be a little daunting, no matter how used to travelling you may be. A good self catering apartment in a quiet resort was my personal preference, although a luxury five star hotel complete with crèche and Spa sounds pretty good too! For some, a ferry to France and a stay in a family campsite is the perfect choice, but there is one thing for sure, when it comes to baby friendly holidays, there is no one size fits all.
Top Tips for Booking Baby Friendly Holidays
There are so many different baby friendly holidays to choose from, so it is important to ask yourself what type of holiday you want. It is difficult to find good apartments with a baby club or creche, they tend to be confined to luxury hotels and resorts – so before you splash out your hard earned cash, ask yourself, will I put my precious new born in a crèche? Many parents, particularly new parents never use this facility, and end up paying a premium for facilities they will never use.
It is important to note that some of Europe’s best family hotels are not always the best baby friendly resorts. In most cases hotel kids clubs don’t start until age 3 or 4, and sometimes the entertainment can be geared towards older kids.
Do you really want lively pool games when you are trying to get your toddler to nap by the pool? A soft play area, playground and easy beach access can be more important than kids clubs and water park with slides, depending on the age of your child.
The time of year is important too, some baby clubs and entertainment programmes only operate during summer holidays, and heated pools are not always available during the summer.
The age of your baby or toddler can also influence your decision on where you travel to. In my experience plane journeys for babies under 6 months old are fairly painless. The period when babies are crawling or walking, but not yet easily amused with toys, is a lot trickier!
TOP TIP: Longer flights and shorter airport transfers can be easier with babies than short flights and lengthy bus journeys to your hotel. A lack of car seats is often a concern for parents too, so you will want to avoid long transfers unless you are sure they can be provided. See more of my top tips here:
Read: Top tips on travelling with babies and toddlers
Although you may not need a hotel with a baby club or crèche, most of the best baby friendly holidays I have listed below have these, or at least other facilities that make them ideal for your first holiday with baby or toddler. I have everything from luxury hotels, all inclusive resorts to top class campsites!
Baby Friendly Holidays in Portugal
1. Martinhal Sagres, Algarve
Martinhal Resorts were specifically designed with families in mind and are without a doubt some of best luxury family resorts in Europe. There are two resorts on the Algarve but Martinhal Sagres is the more baby-friendly of the two.
Its beachfront location is superb and facilities for children, especially young children, are some of the best I’ve seen. The kids clubs range from crèches to teen clubs – extra charges do apply, and they need to be pre-booked in advance.
The play areas outside the restaurants, including sunken trampolines, allow adults to enjoy a leisurely meal or post dinner drink while toddlers play happily outside.
Staff are also on hand in restaurants to play with younger children, and there are separate menus for babies, toddlers and older kids, with lots of healthy options.
Martinhal Sagres have thought of everything to make sure it is one of the best holidays with babies. You can pre-order high chairs, sterilisers and suitable strollers via their baby concierge before you arrive. There is a choice of toilet seats in the bathroom, no furniture has sharp edges and duplex apartments even come with stair gates, even nappy bins are provided
There is also a wide selection of rooms to choose from, including town houses and villas for larger families. We stayed in a two-bedroom Ocean Beach House at Martinhal Sagres and loved it.
Read: My review on Martinhal Sagres
Read: Family holidays to the Algarve, my top picks on where to stay
See More Here2. Club Med da Balaia, Algarve
For families looking for all inclusive resorts with baby, then Club Med is hard to beat. I had the pleasure of staying in Club Med da Balaia many years ago and loved its beachfront setting, family friendly facilities and superb food.
Baby clubs and kids clubs are available from 4 months to 17 years and there is a day and night entertainment programme. There is also a mini-golf course, flying trapeze, tennis and archery – all of these are included as part of the all-inclusive arrangement.
Interconnecting rooms and suites are available for larger families.
Read: My review of Club Med Da Balaia
Baby Friendly Holidays in Lanzarote
3. H10 Suites Lanzarote Gardens, Lanzarote
The 4-Star H10 Suites Lanzarote Gardens is ideally located just 200 metres from the beach. The combination of its spacious suites, fun pirate ship with slides in the swimming pool, and its extensive entertainment program, ensures superb reviews on TripAdvisor from previous guests.
You can expect a full programme of activities including baby clubs and kids clubs that range from 6 months to 17 years, making it one of the best holidays for toddlers, tweens, teens, as well as babies. The all-inclusive arrangement also proves popular with families, particularly the children’s buffet which has homemade fruit and vegetable purees for toddlers.
The H10 Suites Lanzarote Gardens can be booked independently or as part of a package holiday, on a bed and breakfast basis, half board, or all inclusive arrangement, in suites and bungalows, some sleeping up to five.
Read: Family holidays in Lanzarote – My 20 top pics on where to stay
See H10 website Search TUI Love Holidays4. TUI Blue Flamingo Beach, Lanzarote
Formerly known as the Holiday Village, the All Inclusive TUI Blue Flamingo Beach is a popular family complex with kids clubs for children, teenagers and babies. With three pools, three restaurants, a host of sports activities and nightly entertainment, there is something here for kids of all ages.
The BabyClub is open six days per week where fully trained TUI staff are on hand to look after children from newborn to 3 years.
This property is sold as a package holiday with TUI an all-inclusive basis, but also offers facilities for self catering with babies and toddlers in the one and two bedroom apartments.
5. Princesa Yaiza, Lanzarote
The Princesa Yaiza Suite Hotel Resort is one of the best family hotels in Spain, and is often considered one of the best holidays with toddlers, babies and younger children. Its stunning beachfront location, choice of dining options and selection of family entertainment ensures guests return year after year.
There are eight restaurants to choose from as well as three swimming pools. The Thalassotherapy Centre is a welcome place to relax while the children play happily in the dedicated children’s park, Kikoland.
There are kids clubs available up to 16 years, with a a separate BabyKikoland for children aged 4 – 36 months. The hotel has its own mascots, Hooky, Cooky and Kiko, who make regular appearances throughout the day, even at breakfast time.
Rooms are spacious and large families are well catered for with a selection of 2 bedroom suites. The Princesa Yaiza can be booked independently and is sold on a B&B or Half Board basis. TUI and Jet2 Holidays also arrange package holidays from many European countries including Ireland and the UK.
Read: The best luxury family resorts in Europe
Search TUI Love Holidays6. All Inclusive Gran Castillo Tagoro, Lanzarote
While the Princesa Yaiza may be Lanzarote’s best family hotel in Playa Blanca, many would argue that the all-inclusive Gran Castillo Tagoro is one of the best value all inclusive resorts with babies.
For a similar price you can enjoy all meals and drinks included in the cost of your stay. It is not as luxurious as the Princesa Yaiza but families love its entertainment, choice of dining options and great family facilities.
There is a baby club for children age 6 months, as well as Kids Clubs, kids entertainment, a 5D Cinema and a pool with water slides. Also available is the Superior family room are available that sleep up to five.
The Gran Castillo Tagoro can be booked independently or as a package holiday and is sold on an All Inclusive basis.
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7. TUI Blue Sensatori Biomar, Majorca – All Inclusive Baby Friendly Resort
With seven restaurants, six bars and adults-only and family swimming pools, this all-inclusive resort caters superbly for adults and children. There is a Spa and swim-up bar for adults, while toddlers will love the hippo and turtle-shaped jets in the kids pool.
A day and evening entertainment program as well as baby club, kids and teen clubs will ensure a fun filled family holiday for all ages. Almost all kids’ clubs are free, and there are special parties 3 evenings a week for 1.5 to 2 hours so parents can enjoy a date night – small charge applies. This is one of the best luxury resorts with baby in Spain.
The TUI Blue Sensatori Biomar can be booked as a package holiday with TUI on an all inclusive arrangement.
Read: The best all inclusive resorts for families
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The Bonaire are one of the best family apartments in Majorca. We spent a week there when my children were younger and the kids loved it. It is located just a few minutes from the beach and the centre of Cala Bona, where there is an ample choice of restaurants and bars. If you want to venture further afield, the larger resort of Cala Millor is about a thirty minute walk.
You don’t need to venture outside the resort though as the facilities on-site are excellent. There is a children’s splash park with a giant pirate ship and there is day and night time entertainment, including a mini-disco in the evening.
Children are spoilt for choice with kids clubs and a multi-sports court, there are also baby and parent sessions six times per week. The Bonaire can be booked as a package holiday with TUI on a self catering or all inclusive arrangement.
All Inclusive Self Catering9. Marsenses Paradise Club, Menorca
Menorca is still relatively unspoilt and retains all the charm and character you would expect from a Spanish island, and without the high rise blocks. The laid back atmosphere makes Menorca perfect for baby friendly holidays.
The All-Inclusive, MarSenses Paradise Club & Spa is a super choice and receives excellent reviews from families. There is no baby club here, but they do have a dedicated area for small children – Sensiland, with a mascot called Sensi.
Ryanair have a direct service to Menorca ( Mahon) from Dublin and you can book directly on the Marsenses website or as a package holiday.
View Hotel Only Love Holidays10. Golden Avenida Suites, Salou
For a family looking for a little more action, with lots of places to visit close by, but still want good facilities for babies and toddlers, the Golden Avenida is a good all round family property. The one and two-bedroom air-conditioned suites with kitchenette are modern and spacious, with the largest sleeping up to six.
At Golden Avenida Suites you’ll find both an indoor and outdoor pool in addition to a splash pool where kids are sure to get hours of fun from the slides, mini-flumes, and tipping bucket.
The animation team are on hand to offer a range of activities during your stay and with PortAventura only 2km from the property, and Barcelona within easy reach, you will be spoilt for things to do.
This aparthotel can be booked with TUI on a half board, full board or all-inclusive basis.
Read: The best family hotels and apartments in Salou
Check prices here11. TUI Blue Aura, Ibiza
This top-class hotel is one of the best baby friendly resorts in Spain. There is a BabyClub that caters from newborns to 36 months for two hours per day, as well as evening sessions to ensure you have the best holiday with a baby.
The resort caters for children of all ages with kids’ clubs for 3 to 11-year-olds and The Hangout for teens. One of the big draws is that all guests enjoy free access to the waterpark next door with fast slides and a pirate-themed play zone with fountains.
There are also professionally run swimming lessons and family wellbeing classes as well as two children’s pools and an indoor pool that is heated in May and October.
There are two pools in Sensiland as well as waterslides and a large solarium so you can watch your toddlers splash about. A playground, full entertainment programme and mini disco will ensure plenty of family fun here.
The TUI Blue Aura can be booked as a package holiday with TUI on an all inclusive arrangement.
Check prices here12. Gran Melia Palacio de Isora Resort & Spa, Tenerife
The Gran Melia Palacio de Isora Resort & Spa is arguably the best hotel in Tenerife for families. With direct access to the beach, as well as five swimming pools – including the longest infinity pool in Europe with 80 water beds, a separate heated kids pool with a pirate ship and slides, a baby pool, and an indoor pool – you will be spoilt for choice for places to soak up the sunshine.
There are seven restaurants, and eight bars to choose from, as well as a Spa and Gym for adults. A Miniclub and Baby Club for children as well as regular entertainment in the evening, are just some of the reasons it is considered the best resort with baby in Tenerife.
There is a choice of rooms available including one and two-bedroom suites, and there an exclusive Red Level for families which includes a dedicated family lounge and family rooms. The hotel can be booked on a B&B, Half Board or All Inclusive basis, independently or as part of a package holiday.
Read: Family holidays in Tenerife, top things to do and where to stay
Baby Friendly Holidays in Greece
13. Holiday Village Atlantica, Rhodes
With four outdoor pools and an indoor pool, as well as a crèche facility for infants, adventure splash park with waterslides and a lazy river, its no surprise that the 5-star Holiday Village in Rhodes is one of the the best baby and toddler friendly hotels in Greece.
Kids from age 3 can learn to swim with qualified instructors, and the football academy has qualified UEFA coaches, teaching 5-15 year olds some of their skills.
Kids clubs and activities for older kids are not run of the mill either – try kayaking, raft building, aeroball (basketball on a trampoline) or the aerial adventure course. There is even an astro football pitch.
If this all sounds like too much, you can chill out on the beach, just five minutes away, or relax in the plush spa. Entertainment goes on until late at night with live music, shows and a mini-cinema.
There is a wide selection of rooms available including family rooms with a games console, swim-up rooms, or suites with a private pool.
The Holiday Village can be booked as a package holiday with TUI on an all inclusive arrangement.
Read: Best family holidays in Greece for 2024 – My top 20 picks
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The Blue Lagoon Village is set out like a village and offers two-bedroom family rooms and swim up rooms, as well as private pool suites. There is a kids club and baby club, with parent and toddler sessions, as well as a kids disco in the evenings.
There are eight restaurants, six of which are part of the all-inclusive arrangement, and there is a host of activities and entertainment to suit children and adults of all ages.
There are five pools including a waterpark with pirate ship and slides for little kids, as well as multi-lane racer slides for older children. Adventure Land is home to a multi-sports court and football pitch, and there is a host of water sports available at the beach.
The Blue Lagoon Village can be booked as a package holiday with TUI on an all inclusive arrangement.
15. Marbella Hotel, Corfu
The MarBella Hotel is considered one of the best luxury hotel for families in Corfu. It manages to cater equally well for adults and children, and has a creche facility from 4 months to 4 years, Monday to Saturday.
Its stunning setting, choice of dining options and choice of pools – including and infinity pool and aqua park, make it a dream choice for a first family holiday with baby.
There are numerous activities available too as well as a day and evening entertainment program, and a choice of room types including one and two-bedroom suites ensure there is plenty of space for larger families.
The MarBella Hotel can be booked independently or as a package holiday on an all inclusive arrangement.
View TUI Package Love Holidays16. Sani Resort, Halkidiki
I visited Sani Resort in 2019 and to say I loved it is an understatement. I returned in 2022 and it only reinforced my opinion that it is one of Europe’s best family resorts. There are five different hotels, and you are free to use the facilities in most of them, but Sani Beach, Sani Club and Porto Sani are the best choice for baby friendly holidays.
Sani Resort is set on 7km of white sandy beautiful beaches on a stunning peninsula, it feels more like a Caribbean resort than a Mediterranean one. There is a private yacht marina, stunning beach bars and 22 restaurants to choose from.
The Sani Dine Around programme allows you to dine in 22 restaurants throughout the resort as part of the half-board or full-board arrangement. There are separate toddlers and kids menus, as well as waiter service at the beach, and an ice-cream van touring the resort with free ice creams. Sani Resort anticipates your every whim.
Sani Resort is one of the world’s top family resorts, so kids clubs, entertainment and sports activities are a given. What sets Sani Resort apart is the quality of these facilities. Sani has a tennis academy in collaboration with Rafa Nadal Tennis Centre, and a UEFA-approved soccer pitch with football coaching sessions and a football camp, in association with Chelsea Football Club.
There are kids clubs for children aged 4-11 and as well as a separate teen club, and a Crèche Club is available for children aged 4 months – 4 years. Bottle warmers, sterilisers and baby phones are supplied free of charge to your room, and buggies, bikes and trikes are available for hire.
I love the Babywatch babysitting service that is available on all sandy beaches. This complimentary service allows you to leave your child with qualified staff at the beach, while you and your partner pop in for a quick swim, or enjoy a quick walk – without having to book a crèche session.
Baby swimming lessons are also available in the indoor pool at Sani Club. All kids clubs, soccer, swimming, and tennis camps MUST be prebooked before you arrive.
Read: My ultimate guide to Sani Resor
Sani Resort can be booked independently or as part of a package holiday on a Half Board or Full Board basis.
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17. Sunny Club Dubrovnik, Croatia
Located just 15 minutes drive from Dubronik, the Sunny Club Hotel is one of the best baby friendly hotels in Croatia. Maro World offers some of the best entertainment for families and access is free for all guests.
There is a dedicated 1800 m2 area specially designed to encourage children’s play and creativity. Maro Smart Play is an innovative area for babies up to two years of age, there are also clubs for 3-12 year olds and plenty of activities for teens.
The game lounge has game consoles, table football, table tennis, billiards and board games, and there is an outdoor trampoline, adrenaline zone and swimming pool with slides.
The is also a soft play area for toddlers, a theatre for evening entertainment and a mini disco, movie nights and lots more. This is a great choice for baby friendly holidays, but also for parents who wish to explore Dubrovnik and the surrounding area.
The Sunny Club Dubrovnik can be booked independently or as part of a package holiday on a Half Board basis.
Read: Top tips for discovering Dubrovnik
View Hotel Only View TUI Package Love Holidays18. Domaine des Ormes, Brittany, France
Domaine Des Ormes is an action-packed family campsite located in the serene setting of a 16th century French château in Brittany. It is an ideal choice for a baby friendly holidays in France due to its location in the north of France, where temperatures rarely exceed 27 degrees, even in peak season.
There are several heated swimming pools, including an outdoor pool with slides. The star of the show is undoubtedly the indoor Tropical Dome which has a wave pool, water slides, a lazy river, and toddler splash pool.
There is an extensive range of activities available onsite for older children too including a football pitch, tennis courts, climbing walls, archery, an equestrian centre, cable water sports (7 Yrs+), pedal boats, zip wires, tree adventure course, games room, foot golf, golf, mini golf, plus lots more.
With so many activities onsite plus four restaurants, pizzeria, takeaway, ice cream parlour, shop, and kids club, you may never need to leave the site.
Read: The best family campsites in Europe
See more here19. Union Lido Campsite, Italy
Union Lido is a large campsite located on a wide sandy beach about 40 minutes from Venice by bus or water taxi, and within walking distance of the small village of Cavallino Treporto.
There is a fabulous pool area complete with numerous slides and an activity and entertainment program from morning until night. This is one of the best campsites for babies and toddlers as it offers baby and kids clubs from 18 months to 12 years, as well as a mini amphitheatre every evening.
There is a wide variety of accommodation options to choose from including luxurious pool suites, hotel rooms and it is a greart choice for baby friendly holidays in Italy.
Read: The best family campsites in Europe
See more here20. Olympic Lagoon Resort, Cyprus
This five-star luxury hotel is arguably the best baby friendly hotel in Cyprus. It is located right beside a Blue Flag beach and just five minutes drive to Paphos.
However, it is the superb family friendly facilities including the selection of pools, including a children’s Mayan temple-style pool with slides, as well as a day and evening entertainment program with Broadway-style musicals, that sees families return year after year.
There are six different dining options, most of which are included in the all-inclusive arrangement.
Families with babies and toddlers will love the crèche that caters for children aged 6 months to 3 years, although make sure to book a spot a day in advance.
The Olympic Lagoon Village can be booked independently or as part of a package holiday on an all inclusive basis.
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Zafiro Resorts, Majorca and Menorca
Zafiro Resorts offer some of the best family resorts in Majorca and Menorca and are an ideal choice for baby friendly holidays. There are many resorts to choose from but most have a playground full of different attractions, a bouncy castle, and kids clubs in three age groups from age 4 right up to age 15.
Families love the all-inclusive arrangement which includes top-brand drinks, as well as the superb family facilities including the children’s pool and splash zone with a giant pirate ship and slides. You will also find mini golf, a soccer field, and a day and evening entertainment programme.
You have the choice of room types, from self-catering apartments to penthouses with private jacuzzis, and Swim Up Rooms with direct access to the pool.
Zafiro Hotels can be booked independently as as part of a package holiday.
View Zafiro Hotels Love HolidaysIkos Luxury All Inclusive Resorts in Greece and Spain
I had a sneak peak at two Ikos Resorts in Greece, and had the pleasure of staying overnight in Ikos Olivia in Halkidiki. There are two Ikos resorts in Halkidiki, as well as Ikos Dassia and Odisia in Corfu, Ikos Aria in Kos, Ikos Andalucia on the Costa del Sol and the newly opened Ikos Porto Petro in Majorca.
Ikos brings the term luxury all-inclusive to a whole new level. The arrangement includes branded spirits in your mini bar, over 300 wine labels to choose from, waiter service to your sun lounger, 24 hour room service, and you are even given a car for a day to explore the local area.
There are countless activities for adults and children, including kids clubs, full entertainment programmes and sports facilities. Not only is the food superb, but the choices available are remarkable, with menus curated by Michelin-starred chefs.
Ikos are luxury baby friendly resorts too – a baby club or Heroes creche is available for babies aged 6 months to 4 years, although there is a separate charge for this and it needs to be pre-booked.
There are flights available with Ryanair to Thessaloniki airport where Ikos Olivia and Oceania are located. Ikos Andalucia is located close to Malaga airport, which is served by many European airlines. Ikos Aria ( Kos ) and Ikos Dassia and Odisia ( Corfu ) are both available as package holidays or can be booked separately via links below.
View Hotel Only Love Holidays Search TUI Jet 2 HolidaysTUI Blue Sensatori Resorts in Greece, Turkey and Majorca
TUI Blue Sensatori Resorts are all inclusive family resorts with an emphasis on sweeping pools, spas and sophisticated dining, but also happen to offer some of the best luxury baby friendly holidays in Europe.
There are two resorts in Turkey, as well as Atlantica Caldera Palace in Crete, Altantica Dreams Resort and Spa in Rhodes, and Biomar in Majorca. TUI Blue Sensatori resorts offer family suites as well as swim-up rooms, they even offer private pools at some resorts.
Daily activities include yoga, pool pilates and archery, as well children’s entertainment including kids clubs and the Play House, where children can enjoy the Crazy Kitchen and Silly Science Lab. Some resorts have waterslides and tipping buckets too. Baby clubs are available for babies and toddlers from newborn to 36 months.
You can expect sophisticated dining options at TUI Blue Sensatori Resorts. Dishes change daily at the buffet, with cooking stations and a separate children’s buffet as standard. If you prefer waiter service, each resort has at least three à la carte restaurants in the all-inclusive offering.
TUI Blue Sensatori resorts can be booked as package holidays from many European countries including Ireland and the UK.
Read: The best all inclusive resorts for families
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