Please note our writers visited Crete prior to the coronavirus pandemic

For a laidback break without the worry of extra charges, weather, entertainment and excellent dining options, all-inclusive holidays to Crete are ideal. Most packages include premium beverages and la carte dining some even offer spa treatments and sports activities.From lazing on pristine Blue Flag beaches to discovering cultural wonders, theres plenty to see and do on Greeces largest island, but the plethora of food options, family facilities and fun activities offered at these Crete all-inclusive hotels might make it difficult to leave. Here's our pick of the best.

Adults looking for luxury Crete holidays with a 'Love Island' vibe will find this stylish resort, built around one of Europe's largest lagoon pools (inflatable giant flamingos are a nice extra touch), ticks all the boxes. Narrow bridges criss-cross the vast lagoon pool; couples lounge in sunken seating areas, or on islands dotted with beds and hammocks. Style is generally minimalist: all white with lots of blonde wood, canvas and bamboo,with retro touches in the rooms, suites and villas (from the 18 smallish second-floor pool-view rooms to the nine South Pacific-inspired overwater bungalows or 12 Island Villas with private pools).There's also a delightful light-filled spa and several restaurants.

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The best hotels for all-inclusive holidays to Crete, including family-friendly aqua parks and adults-only overwater villas - The Telegraph