Family holidays can be expensive, especially when the children’s expectations are as high as the parents’! If Little Guest has so far listed the best top-of-the-range hotels where comfort and luxury are one and the same, we are now presenting you with a fine selection of 5 impeccable establishments that offer a free stay to children. The destinations are: France, Italy, Spain, Greece, and United Arab Emirates.

 

Sani Resort ***** – Greece

Complimentary stay for 2 children up to 12 years old

 

The Sani Resort is accumulating the most prestigious hotel awards! Located in Halkidiki, this private ecological reserve has 5 unique resorts, all of which are surrounded by white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters. These include the Sani Club *****, Sani Beach ***** and Porto Sani *****, all of which can be booked online via Little Guest.

Kids love: a full range of baby equipment and supplies (from stroller to bottle sterilisers and bath seats), a crèche (4 months to 4 years) run by a dynamic team of experts, free baby swimming lessons, sports academies (football, dance and introductory sailing), a 24-hour babysitting service, a free kids-club for children aged 4 to 12, a free Teen House for youngsters aged 12 to 17, afternoons at the spa with Mum and/or Dad, as well as a wide range of family activities (birdwatching, diving, private cruises, excursions…).

 

 

Ikos Resorts ***** – Greece and Spain

Complimentary stay for 1 child up to 12 years old

 

Looking for an exclusive and all-inclusive concept? Ikos Resorts are the solution! Traditionally located on paradisiacal Greek islands – Ikos Olivia ***** and Ikos Oceania ***** in Halkidiki, Ikos Aria ***** in Kos and Ikos Dassia ***** in Corfu – the group’s hotels also include an Andalusian establishment on the famous Costa del Sol, the Ikos Andalusia *****.

Kids love: the high-quality baby-sitting service and the exceptional baby-club for babies from 4 months to 3 years old, the FREE kids-club (from 4 to 12 years old) and teens-club (from 12 to 17 years old) supervised by the Worldwide Kids childcare firm, the sports programmes, activities and educational games, the WK football school, bicycle rides (free of charge), numerous water sports and discovery activities, as well as facilities dedicated to the comfort of young children.

 

 

Grand Hôtel Les Flamants Roses **** – France

Complimentary stay for children up to 12 years old who stay in the same room as their parents

 

Head to Canet-en-Roussillon to discover a charming hotel in the South-West region of France. Located just 20 minutes from Perpignan, the Grand Hôtel Les Flamants Roses **** sets its backdrop on the beach, facing the Mediterranean Sea.

Kids love: the direct access to the beach, the cooking classes, the welcome gift on arrival in their room, free access to the superb kids’ club, open to children aged 4 to 12 during the French school holidays, and a free afternoon snack, access to the marine area with three seawater pools heated to 33°C, their own « Flamingo » currency to buy goodies, drinks or pancakes, spa treatments for teenagers aged 12 to 17, babysitting sessions, as well as free childcare equipment.

 

 

Barcelo Palmeraie ***** – Marrakech, Morocco

Complimentary stay for children up to 4 years old

 

Located in the heart of the mythical palm grove of Marrakech, the Barceló Palmeraie***** is a majestic hotel inspired by local culture and customs. Located just 5 minutes from Palmeraie Golf and 11 kilometres from Marrakech-Ménara Airport, the Barceló Palmeraie offers the chance to discover one of the most important cultural centres in the whole of Morocco. Marrakech is a destination that stands out for the quality of its climate and its unique geographical location, ideal for starting to discover the rest of this enchanting country.

Kids love: the exceptional baby-club, open all year round from 9.30am to 12.30pm and from 2.30pm to 5.30pm, with lunch included. Children aged 1 to 4 can enjoy it as much as they like, with a reservation required at least 48 hours in advance. For older children, the kids’ club for 4 to 12 year-olds is also open all year round and offers a host of activities prepared by the on-site entertainers. There is also a babysitting service for children up to 11 years of age.

 

But also…

• LUX* Belle Mare ***** – Mauritius: Children under 12 stay for free
• Domes of Elounda ***** – Greece: Children under 12 stay for free
• Candia Park Village **** – Greece: Children under 11 staying with two adults stay for free
• The Westin Resort, Costa Navarino ***** – Greece: Children under 12 stay for free
• Hôtel Ermitage **** – France: Babies stay free, as well as children up to 13 years old staying in the same room as their parents

 

Pernell, 24 years old, travel lover, from Angers, France