Want the convenience of a villa but the amenities of a resort? These fantastic spots are perfect for family holidays

On Menorca's south coast, this grand 5-star resort is set on a hillside with awesome views of the Med. It's an all-inclusive retreat with a comprehensive list of amenities but the accommodation options offer more in the way of space than traditional hotel rooms. The one-bed apartments sleep up to four and two-bed properties sleep up to six; both come with kitchenettes and either a balcony or a terrace. There are two large pools to make use of and kids will love the new splashpark with its pirate ship and mini slides. Tennis courts, archery, bike hire and five-a-side football are all on offer and the kids' clubs cater to children aged 4 to 16.

For next level luxury, check out this villa complex in Turkey’s Blue Flag Lara Beach resort. The super stylish Bayou Villas all come with swim-up pools and kitchens and sleep between three and eight guests. Pool terraces are dotted with loungers so you can kick back in privacy but there’s a huge range of facilities to make use of if you fancy venturing out. 

All guests have access to the neighbouring Lara Barut Collection which offers six pools, a waterpark, kids’ clubs and a sports academy. Room service is available 24 hours a day and there’s a choice of 16 bars and restaurants so there’s plenty to sample during your stay. 

The villas are set in tranquil gardens so you can benefit from a peaceful setting but with easy access to a wealth of amenities right on your doorstep.  

This sprawling all-inclusive resort on the Costa Blanca is a brilliant choice for families. Set within Benidorm’s Terra Natura Wildlife Park, a stay here includes access to the park itself where you can expect to see elephants, rhinos and tigers as well as unlimited entry to the waterpark complete with huge slides and a wave machine. 

The hotel’s lagoon-style pool features fun animal sculptures and the Polynesian-style wooden bungalows sleep between three and seven people and are fully geared up for families with small kitchen areas, terraces and bunkbeds. Evening entertainment includes mini discos and themed nights. 

Overlooking Crete’s spectacular Mirabello Bay and the island of Spinalonga, Domes of Elounda is a luxury retreat in a stunning setting. There’s direct access to a private sandy beach with shallow waters (perfect for little ones) and a dedicated kids’ pool on-site. Kids’ clubs are on offer for children aged four to 11 and there’s a creche suitable from four months so it’s particularly good if you’re travelling with a baby. 

Larger-than-average family suites sleep up to four or you can book a suite with a private pool that sleeps up to six and comes with a kitchenette and a terrace. There’s a great array of amenities on offer including a football academy, tennis courts and a spa. Expect panoramic views from the main restaurant; there’s also a seafood spot by the beach.  

On the Costa Adeje in Tenerife, Hotel Suite Villa Maria nails the brief when it comes to villa accommodation with resort-style amenities. There’s a range of properties on offer from one-bedroom duplex villas arranged over two floors to three-bedroom villas with private pools. All come with kitchen facilities and outdoor space and guests can make use of two lagoon pools and a kids’ pool as well as a buffet restaurant and pool bar. There’s a playground and pool tables on site but for more active pursuits, head across the road to check out the huge sports centre for tennis, football and fitness classes. The fishing village-turned coastal resort of La Caleta is a 15-minute stroll away

True to its name, this gorgeous resort sits atop a cliff offering spectacular views of the Atlantic. But that doesn’t mean that the beach is out of bounds: there’s direct access to a private stretch of sand via a great glass elevator. 

Alongside traditional hotel rooms there are spacious apartments that sleep between four and 10 guests, all are kitted out with kitchenettes and balconies. 

Guests have access to the resort’s full roster of facilities. Active families will love the on-site football academy, the Annabel Croft tennis academy and nine-hole golf course and there are six pools to choose from. There’s a champagne bar for cocktails and sunset views, a seafood restaurant with a stunning outdoor terrace, a high-end steakhouse, and a cafe for kid-friendly pizza, pasta and burgers. 

Kids (from six months to 8 years) are well catered for at the Porto Pirata children’s village home to a pirate-themed playground, a basketball court, a mini golf course and a pool.

For indulgent all-inclusive escapes, Ikos resorts are hard to beat. The concept brings together contemporary accommodation, topnotch facilities, beautiful beachfront locations and gourmet food. And Ikos Olivia in Halkidiki is especially good for young kids with its children’s pool, splashpad, kids’ club, creche and babysitting facilities. 

The bungalows are perfect for families seeking a spacious base and some can sleep up to five people with a lounge area and private garden. 

There’s a Blue Flag beach just metres away and the resort is surrounded by ancient olive trees for an authentic Greek backdrop. 

Food options showcase Asian, Italian, Greek and French cuisine. And you can sip your way through a wine list that features 300+ premium wines. Cheers to that.