21 best hotels across our favourite Greek islands – Crete, Corfu, Mykonos and more

Greece isn’t short of an island or two – here are the best places to stay when you visit in 2026 The Independent's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn commission. TravelEuropeGreece21 best hotels across our favourite Greek islands – Crete, Corfu, Mykonos and moreGreece isn’t short of an island or two – here are the best places to stay when you visit in 2026James Litston Wednesday 18 February 2026 17:26 GMTBookmarkBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popoverCloseBest Places To Visit in Europe Travel Guide 2026 4KSign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discountsGet Simon Calder’s Travel emailGet Simon Calder’s Travel emailEmail*SIGN UPI would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy noticePlanning a holiday on any of the Greek islands isn’t quite as simple as it first looks. As a nation scattered liberally through the Ionian and Aegean Seas, each Grecian isle and archipelago has its own unique character. Understanding each one is essential in helping you choose where to visit; and then begins the task of finding the best accommodation for you.From party-mad Mykonos to understated Paros and ultra-romantic Santorini, we’ve picked seven of Greece’s most popular islands and recommended some great hotels, resorts, boutiques and retreats to stay on each one. If you’re into history, Rhodes will appeal for its well-preserved medieval city; or for beautiful landscapes studded with olive trees, consider Corfu and Zakynthos. Meanwhile, Crete, the largest of all the Greek isles, offers a bit of everything.Whether you’re looking for an adult-only escape, a character-filled hotel or an all-inclusive beachfront stay packed with family-friendly facilities, our pick of the best Greek island hotels has you covered.The best hotels in Greece 2026At a glanceBest hotel for families: Creta Maris, CreteBest hotel for couples: The Wild Hotel, Mykonos Best beach hotel: More Meni City Beach, RhodesBest luxury hotel: Sandblu, SantoriniBest budget hotel: Pnoi Hotel, ParosBest all-inclusive hotel: Lindian Village, RhodesRecommendedThe incredible Greek island where travellers can escape the tourist crowds – even in peak seasonThis luxury hotel is a tranquil haven in hectic SantoriniThis cliffside resort in Folegandros perfectly blends serenity and styleThe best hotels in Crete1. Creta Maris hotelopen image in galleryThe Creta Maris resort has 16 swimming pools (Creta Maris)Crete was an early adopter of mass-market mega-resorts. This property, now in its sixth decade, is a fantastic option for family travellers thanks to stacks of facilities (including a water park) and its location: 20 minutes from Heraklion’s airport. Don’t be deterred by Creta Maris’ 680-strong room count; they’re split between a main block and a more spread-out cluster of bungalows, which cuts back on any sense of overcrowding. Other plus points for this hotel include direct access to a sandy beach and a long-held, way-before-its-time commitment to sustainability measures.Read our full review of the Creta Maris hotelAddress: Dimokratias, Chersonisos 700 14, GreeceHighlights: Family-friendly, water park, near the airportPrice: From £216Book nowRead more: Creta Maris hotel review2. Grecotel LUXME White hotelopen image in galleryThe White Palace offers family-friendly luxury (LUXME)This white-on-white hotel feels classier than your average all-inclusive. With a sizeable pool and a long stretch of beach, the Grecotel LUXME White hotel has all you need for a fly-and-flop break; but there’s plenty more to do besides, from spa treatments and al fresco yoga to kids’ club activities (including a fun and immersive Farmer for the Day experience). Beach-lovers will appreciate the hotel’s kilometre-long sand-and-shingle frontage that doubles as a nesting ground for loggerhead sea turtles. Accommodation-wise, choose from bungalows, seafront villas, suites or swim-up family rooms.Address: Pigianos Kampos 741 50, GreeceHighlights: Family-friendly, spa, beachPrice: From £204Book now3. Milia Mountain Retreat hotelopen image in galleryMagical Milia Mountain Retreat’s cottages are entirely off-grid (Milia Mountain Retreat)All-inclusive hotels not for you? Head instead into Crete’s White Mountains, where you’ll find Milia Mountain Retreat tucked away in a valley, surrounded by forest. Created from the ruins of a medieval village, this collection of stone-block cottages is entirely off-grid, relying on solar power, spring-fed water and its very own vegetable plots to supply the on-site, farm-to-table restaurant. It’s absolutely magical.Address: Milia, Vlatos 730 12, GreeceHighlights: Sustainable, off-gridPrice: From £87Book nowRead more: The best hotels in CreteThe best hotels in Rhodes4. Aulūs Lindos Rhodes Resort, Curio Collection by Hiltonopen image in galleryAlmost 10 bars and restaurants at Lindian Village mean there’s always something to satisfy your appetite (Lindian Village Beach Resort Rhodes, Curio Collection by Hilton)Lik