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Our top choices for Kalamaki family-friendly hotels

A modern play area with a wooden play structure, a large mirror, and a mural on the wall.

A modern pool area with clear water, surrounded by greenery and stone seating.

A bar area with wicker hanging lamps, umbrellas, and bottles of liquor.

A modern bedroom with a wooden wardrobe, a bedside table with a vase, and a large mirror.

1. Hotel Contessina

Zakynthos

Delightful family adventures at Hotel Contessina: free kids' club, children's pool, and nearby beach.

£141

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A family walking on a cobblestone path with a stone building in the background.

A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a hat, overlooking a calm sea.

A coastal beach with clear turquoise waters, rocky shoreline, and a hilly backdrop.

A bedroom with a view of the sea, a stone archway, a statue, and a vase on a shelf.

2. Lesante Cape - The Leading Hotels of the World

Zakynthos

Family getaway that dreams are made of with a private beach, indoor and outdoor pools, and all-day adventures for kids.

£322

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A water park with multiple water slides and a swimming pool.

A modern reception area with a wooden desk, two chairs, a round mirror, and a potted plant.

A modern kitchen with a central island, large windows, and a wooden ceiling.

A restaurant entrance with glass doors, outdoor seating, and a visible menu board.

3. Caretta Beach Resort & Waterpark

Zakynthos

Kid-friendly paradise resort offers 6 pools, a free water park, and coastal adventures just steps from Laganas Beach.

£74

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A pool area with a slide, a swing set, and umbrellas.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, hanging wicker lamps, and indoor plants.

A hot tub with a glass enclosure, wooden ceiling, and curtains.

A cozy outdoor seating area with two beige cushions, a small round table with a bottle and glasses, and a lantern.

4. Diana Palace Hotel Zakynthos

Zakynthos

£94

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with arched windows and a tiled roof.

A corridor with arches and a view of the sea.

A lobby with a check-in counter, a large pillar, and a patterned floor.

A balcony with a wooden floor, a white bathtub, and a table with chairs.

5. Klelia Beach Hotel - All Inclusive

Zakynthos

£73

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and modern buildings.

Beach

A spa area with a stone wall, a pool, and wooden furniture.

A rooftop terrace with a hot tub, wicker furniture, and a view of a pool and palm trees.

6. Lesante Classic - Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Zakynthos

Family bliss steps from the beach—three pools, playground, and babysitting services create unforgettable memories.

£162

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A beach with rows of sun loungers and umbrellas, a grassy area, and a view of the sea and mountains.

A beachside lounge area with rows of lounge chairs and thatched umbrellas, a clear pathway leading to the sea, and a view of the ocean.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a fence.

Reception

7. Kalamaki Beach Hotel - Zakynthos Island

Zakynthos

£58

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A playground with a pool, swings, and a tent.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, potted plants, and a prominent illuminated sign.

An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, multiple guest buildings, and a well-lit outdoor area.

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, and a view of the beach.

8. Domes Aulūs Zante - All Inclusive - Autograph Collection

Zakynthos

£222

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Kalamaki

A poolside area with a hanging chair, white sofas, and a bar area with a view of the pool.

A marble staircase leading to a reception area with a wooden counter and a large vase.

A bar area with white chairs and tables, a well-stocked bar with various bottles, and a hanging light fixture.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, and a decorative plant.

Nikon Boutique Hotel

Zakynthos

£94

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A beach with rows of sun loungers and umbrellas, a grassy area, and a view of the sea and mountains.

A beachside lounge area with rows of lounge chairs and thatched umbrellas, a clear pathway leading to the sea, and a view of the ocean.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a fence.

Reception

Kalamaki Beach Hotel - Zakynthos Island

Zakynthos

£58

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a view of the sea.

A beach with a rocky cliff and waves.

A bar area with a thatched roof, wicker chairs, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a variety of food items, surrounded by lush green plants and a modern interior design.

Marelen Hotel

Zakynthos

£92

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear sky, and palm trees.

A bar area with seating, a poolside view, and a bar counter with a beer tap.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass door, a reception desk, and two potted plants.

A modern living room with a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a painting of a boat on the wall.

Denny's Inn Hotel

Zakynthos

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by stone buildings with balconies.

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a wall-mounted ship decoration, and wall sconces.

A breakfast setting with muffins, strawberries, croissants, and orange juice on a table.

A decorative sailboat with ropes and a light fixture on a green wall.

Elena Studios

Zakynthos

£32

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A swimming pool with a reflection of the building and surrounding area.

A corridor with arches and a view of the sea.

A lobby with a check-in counter, a large pillar, and a patterned floor.

A balcony with a wooden floor, a white bathtub, and a table with chairs.

Klelia Beach Hotel - All Inclusive

Zakynthos

£73

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings with red-tiled roofs.

A spa center with a reception desk, a wooden bench, and a patterned floor.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, and a bench.

A lobby with a wooden sofa, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, framed pictures on the wall, and a black door.

Anagenessis Village

Zakynthos

£63

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A water park with multiple water slides and a swimming pool.

A modern reception area with a wooden desk, two chairs, a round mirror, and a potted plant.

A modern kitchen with a central island, large windows, and a wooden ceiling.

A restaurant entrance with glass doors, outdoor seating, and a visible menu board.

Caretta Beach Resort & Waterpark

Zakynthos

£74

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a restaurant named "Rockstar" in the background, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A modern building with a sign reading "Rock Salt Restaurant." It features large windows, a tiled patio, and various plants.

A pool table with balls, a television screen, and a palm tree outside.

A modern hotel with a pool area, large windows, and a well-lit exterior.

Ionion Blue Hotel

Zakynthos

£69

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A resort with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and a playground area.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, and palm trees.

A buffet area with multiple food stations, including salads, fruits, and various dishes, in a modern setting with large windows and decorative plants.

An outdoor cafe with multiple tables and chairs, a checkered ceiling, and a view of the hills in the background.

Caretta Island - All Inclusive

Zakynthos

£107

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Kalamaki

A poolside area with a hanging chair, white sofas, and a bar area with a view of the pool.

A marble staircase leading to a reception area with a wooden counter and a large vase.

A bar area with white chairs and tables, a well-stocked bar with various bottles, and a hanging light fixture.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, and a decorative plant.

Nikon Boutique Hotel

Zakynthos

£94

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A beach with rows of sun loungers and umbrellas, a grassy area, and a view of the sea and mountains.

A beachside lounge area with rows of lounge chairs and thatched umbrellas, a clear pathway leading to the sea, and a view of the ocean.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a fence.

Reception

Kalamaki Beach Hotel - Zakynthos Island

Zakynthos

£58

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a view of the sea.

A beach with a rocky cliff and waves.

A bar area with a thatched roof, wicker chairs, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a variety of food items, surrounded by lush green plants and a modern interior design.

Marelen Hotel

Zakynthos

£92

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear sky, and palm trees.

A bar area with seating, a poolside view, and a bar counter with a beer tap.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass door, a reception desk, and two potted plants.

A modern living room with a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a painting of a boat on the wall.

Denny's Inn Hotel

Zakynthos

A hotel with a central pool area, multiple balconies, and a covered walkway.

A wooden display case with various baked goods and bread.

A modern reception area with a marble counter, a receptionist, and potted plants.

A hotel pool area with multiple pools, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

Exotica Hotel

Zakynthos

£78

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings with red-tiled roofs.

A spa center with a reception desk, a wooden bench, and a patterned floor.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, and a bench.

A lobby with a wooden sofa, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, framed pictures on the wall, and a black door.

Anagenessis Village

Zakynthos

£63

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a restaurant named "Rockstar" in the background, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A modern building with a sign reading "Rock Salt Restaurant." It features large windows, a tiled patio, and various plants.

A pool table with balls, a television screen, and a palm tree outside.

A modern hotel with a pool area, large windows, and a well-lit exterior.

Ionion Blue Hotel

Zakynthos

£69

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A resort with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and a playground area.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, and palm trees.

A buffet area with multiple food stations, including salads, fruits, and various dishes, in a modern setting with large windows and decorative plants.

An outdoor cafe with multiple tables and chairs, a checkered ceiling, and a view of the hills in the background.

Caretta Island - All Inclusive

Zakynthos

£107

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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Family friendly things to do in Kalamaki

Kalamaki, located on the stunning Zakynthos coastline, is a fantastic spot for families seeking both relaxation and adventure. One of the highlights is the beautiful Kalamaki Beach, where children can safely play in the soft sands while parents enjoy the azure waters. Just a stone's throw away, the National Marine Park offers an exciting opportunity to spot loggerhead turtles in their natural habitat, making for an unforgettable family day out. For those who enjoy a bit of fun and excitement, the nearby Water Village boasts thrilling water slides and pools, perfect for keeping the kids entertained for hours. If you're looking for something educational, the local museum offers insights into the island's rich history, engaging young minds with interactive displays. Finally, explore the scenic walking trails that meander through the lush countryside, ideal for family hikes where you can all discover the natural beauty of the Ionian Islands together. For accommodation, consider staying in family-friendly hotels near the beach, where you can easily access these activities, and enjoy amenities like children's pools and on-site dining that cater to all tastes. This blend of convenience and quality makes Kalamaki a superb choice for families looking to create lasting holiday memories.

Find the best family friendly hotels in Kalamaki

For families visiting Kalamaki, Zakynthos, these hotels offer a variety of amenities designed to ensure a memorable and enjoyable stay for both adults and children alike.Aeolos Boutique Resort and Suites

Why it's great for a family-friendly adventure: Aeolos Boutique Resort and Suites offers a luxurious family-friendly experience with an excellent guest review rating of 9.4. Families will love the spacious rooms complete with kitchenettes and free cribs, making it easy to cater to the needs of little ones. The hotel also provides a buffet breakfast and a kids' meal service, ensuring everyone is well-fed and happy during their stay.
Other amenities: Guests can enjoy the on-site babysitting service for a little extra help, a garden for outdoor play, and easy access to nearby beaches. The hotel also features a terrace, self-parking, and a pool with accessible features for all guests. Additional comforts include air conditioning, premium bedding, and a bar by the pool, perfect for relaxing while watching the kids play.
Nearby attractions: Ionian Sea - 0 km, Laganas Beach - 0.9 km, Kalamaki Beach - 3.7 km

Marelen Hotel

Why it's great for a family-friendly adventure: Ideal for families, Marelen Hotel combines comfort with fun and boasts a fantastic guest review rating of 9.0. Kids will love the dedicated children's pool featuring a waterslide, while parents can enjoy the convenience of daily housekeeping and free cribs for the little ones. The hotel also offers a water park that is free for guests, ensuring endless entertainment for the whole family.
Other amenities: The hotel features a snack bar and a restaurant with children's breakfast options, perfect for keeping the young ones happy. Families can also take advantage of the arcade game room, playground, and shared garden area. Additional perks include an accessible pool, a terrace for relaxation, and on-site yoga classes, making it a well-rounded choice for family vacations.
Nearby attractions: Ionian Sea - 0 km, Laganas Beach - 0.2 km, Kalamaki Beach - 2.5 km

Klelia Beach Hotel - All Inclusive

Why it's great for a family-friendly adventure: Perfect for family getaways, Klelia Beach Hotel offers an all-inclusive experience with a guest review rating of 8.4. Families will appreciate amenities such as a dedicated children's pool and daily housekeeping, ensuring a stress-free holiday. With an all-inclusive buffet, there’s plenty of variety to satisfy both adults and kids alike, making mealtime easy and enjoyable.
Other amenities: The hotel boasts a beautiful garden, a private hot tub, and beach access, providing plenty of opportunities for relaxation and fun. Guests can also enjoy outdoor activities like billiards and various family-friendly performances included in their stay. Self-parking is complimentary, adding to the convenience for families travelling by car.
Nearby attractions: Ionian Sea - 0 km, Laganas Beach - 0.1 km, Kalamaki Beach - 4.1 km

Vanessa Hotel

Why it's great for a family-friendly adventure: With a warm and welcoming atmosphere, Vanessa Hotel is a great choice for families seeking affordability without compromising on comfort, holding a guest review rating of 8.0. The hotel features a children’s pool and waterslide for hours of fun, alongside free cribs available upon request, ensuring that families have everything they need for a comfortable stay.
Other amenities: Guests can enjoy a daily housekeeping service, a garden for leisurely strolls, and a poolside restaurant which offers children’s meals. The hotel also offers free snacks for children, a microwave for easy meal prep, and access to nearby sandy beaches, making it convenient for family outings. Parking is available nearby, providing further convenience for families travelling with their own vehicles.
Nearby attractions: Ionian Sea - 0 km, Laganas Beach - 1.1 km, Kalamaki Beach - 3.3 km

Top Kalamaki Hotel Reviews

Hotel Contessina

Hotel Contessina

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay."

Phoenix Hotel

Phoenix Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and modern, close to everything."

Klelia Beach Hotel - All Inclusive

Klelia Beach Hotel - All Inclusive

8/10 Good

"The hotel and staff are great. Beautiful pool and hotel. What you don't know until you get there that this is for families with young children, and couples over 55 that don't want to leave the hotel. There is nothing in the area to do except to go to the beach, which does not have beach bars. But everything with the hotel is great."

Palatino Hotel

Palatino Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This is a great place to stay in Zante town. I am so happy and glad choosing this hotel. The stuff was nice and very helpful. The location was very convenient, walkable and close by the beach."

Exotica Hotel

Exotica Hotel

8/10 Good

"Limited evening entertainment with no day time entertainment Stayed low season, with only 2 bars and 1 person behind the bar, can they cope in high season? Daily change of food, however slightly bland Staff are very helpful"

Frequently asked questions

Which area of Kalamaki is best to stay in for families?

For families visiting Kalamaki, the best area to stay in is the main strip and the immediate vicinity around Kalamaki Beach, as it offers a superb blend of convenience, accessibility, and family-friendly amenities.This area is ideal because of its direct access to Kalamaki Beach, a beautiful stretch of sand with shallow, calm waters that are superb for children to splash and play safely. The beach is also known for its natural beauty and is a lovely spot for building sandcastles and enjoying the sunshine together.The main strip itself is very walkable, making it easy to get around with a pram or little ones on foot. You'll find a wide selection of casual eateries along here, many offering children's menus and a relaxed atmosphere. There are also plenty of ice cream parlours and bakeries for those holiday treats.Furthermore, the area boasts several playgrounds dotted around, providing excellent opportunities for children to burn off some energy.

How much does a family hotel in Kalamaki cost?

Travellers can find great deals on family-friendly Kalamaki hotels from £32 with Expedia. You may find hotels in Kalamaki that let kids stay for free, which can help you save. There are plenty of factors that can impact the price of family hotels, including location, amenities and the time of year. Sort Kalamaki hotels on Expedia by price to see our cheapest prices first.

Is Kalamaki a family-friendly destination?

Yes, Kalamaki is an excellent family-friendly destination, offering a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of activities and amenities suitable for families with children.Kalamaki is renowned for its beautiful sandy beach, which is shallow and calm, making it superb for children to paddle and play safely. The beach offers ample space for building sandcastles and enjoying the sunshine. There are also several playgrounds dotted around the resort, providing additional entertainment for little ones.The main street of Kalamaki is very walkable, with pavements making it easy to navigate with prams or pushchairs. Many of the local restaurants are incredibly welcoming to families, offering high chairs and often having dedicated children's menus with familiar favourites. You'll also find several ice cream parlours and mini-golf courses, which are always a hit with the younger crowd.

What family-friendly activities should we do in Kalamaki?

Some of the best family-friendly activities to do in Kalamaki include enjoying the beautiful Kalamaki Beach and exploring the charming town centre.Kalamaki Beach is great for families, boasting soft sands and shallow, calm waters that are ideal for little ones to paddle and play safely. You can spend hours building sandcastles, splashing in the sea, or simply relaxing under the Greek sun. Many areas of the beach are well-organised with sun loungers and parasols for hire, making for a comfortable day out.The town centre of Kalamaki offers a lovely, relaxed atmosphere with plenty of casual eateries that cater to families, often featuring dedicated children's menus. You'll find numerous ice cream parlours for a sweet treat and small shops where you can pick up souvenirs or essentials. The main street is easily walkable, making it convenient for an evening stroll with a pram or little legs.For a bit of adventure, consider hiring a pedal boat or a small motorboat from the beach to explore the nearby coastline at your own pace.

Can I cancel my family hotel reservation on Expedia?

Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline. This is often within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use Expedia's "Fully refundable property" filter during your search to find the right family-friendly hotel in Kalamaki for you.

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