Best summer sun family holidays for all child age groups

It's hard finding a holiday to suit the whole family – especially if you have children of different ages. We've done the research to bring you the best child-friendly summer sun holidays with facilities and activities to keep all members of the family happy.

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1) Lakitira Hotel and Village
The ideal spot for family holidays and breaks with children of different ages by virtue of its excellent childcare, facilities and activities. More about Lakitira Hotel and Village
2) Martinhal Beach Hotel & Resort
A newcomer to the Algarve’s luxury family-friendly hotel scene, the Martinhal Beach Hotel & Resort is highly rated for its kids’ clubs, with customers divided as to the overall vibe – some find it stylish, others think it a little soulless Many parents also have issues with the strong winds in-resort, though this can take the edge off the heat and make for exciting surfing and other watersports. More about Martinhal Beach Hotel & Resort
3) Sands Resort Hotel & Spa
Super-friendly and accommodating staff and great food are just two of the draws of the Sands Resort Hotel & Spa in western Cornwall, just above Watergate Bay (home to Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen restaurant as well as a fantastic surfing spot) Behind a rather dated exterior lies a paradise for younger children, with masses of fantastic facilities, but parents aren’t forgotten, with kids’ clubs, a spa and baby-listening all provided. More about Sands Resort Hotel & Spa
4) Haven Perran Sands
Unashamedly full-on, Haven’s Perran Sands site on the west coast of Cornwall has masses to offer when it comes to family holidays and breaks, including a waterpark with indoor and outdoor pools (one for kids) and flumes, its own surf school, a climbing wall, adventure golf, kart hire, crafts sessions and more Accommodation is in a choice of mobile homes (ranging from budget to luxury), chalets, yurts and ‘supertents’ (pre-erected tents with fridges and cooking facilities). More about Haven Perran Sands
5) San Agostino Resort, Peloponnese
Mark Warner’s most popular resort in terms of repeat custom, San Agostino in southern Greece is also one of its best sailing resorts A big sandy beach, enthusiastic staff, especially in the kids’ clubs, good food, reasonably priced bars and low-key entertainment make it perfect for family holidays and breaks. More about San Agostino Resort, Peloponnese