Holiday Village Costa del Sol, Andalucia

A good-value option for family holidays in Spain, First Choice's Holiday Village Costa del Sol on the coast of Andalucia just a 30-minute transfer from the airport is well-rated for its Beach Club, which keeps kids happy with a wave pool, pirate ship and other watery fun, its food, and its kids’ clubs for all ages, including a teen hangout.

Holiday Village Costa del Sol also has stage and sports academies and an aerial adventure course, along with a spa where parents can treat themselves while the kids are having fun. There's an indoor pool in the spa, too, with dedicated kids' times – handy if you come outside high season.

Despite this being an all-inclusive resort, accommodation (simple but clean and comfortable) comes in the form of one-bedroom apartments with kitchens - especially handy for those travelling with younger kids. Some sleep up to six, making this a good choice for larger families. If you want to get out and about exploring the local area, public buses from outside the hotel serve various resort towns in the area.