Family Holidays in Italy

Family Holidays in Italy

Family holidays in Italy are synonymous with fascinating history, glorious beaches and delicious food. Everyone from grandparents to children will find something to love, with an amazing range of locations that cover cities, lakes, countryside and beaches. 

Louise Boyce, more commonly known today as MamaStillGotIt, has partnered with us to help you get the most from your time away.

Follow in Louise’s footsteps, and visit Sardinia where you can spend your time relaxing on the soft golden beaches, while the kids are kept entertained with specially designed programmes. Forte Village Resort has Kids’ Clubs for toddlers, teens and everyone in between, as well as sports academies and special restaurants just for children. 

Alternatively, the Hilton Sorrento Palace is home to a choice of six swimming pools, including one just for kids, as well as offering a programme of activities including treasure hunts and pool games.

 
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Your plans, our expertise

Start planning your Citalia holiday by getting in touch with one of our Personal Travel Planners.

Lines open: Monday to Saturday 09:00 to 17:30 (Wednesdays from 9:30), Bank Holidays 10:00 to 16:00.

Our recommended family hotels in Italy

Our family-friendly hotels have rooms and facilities designed to make your stay as comfortable as possible, offering everything from kids’ clubs and pools, to early meal sittings and children’s menus at the restaurants. Many also offer a selection of sports – ideal for keeping older children entertained – as well as essentials for those travelling with tots, like highchairs and cots. Inter-connecting rooms and suites are often available to give families a bit more space, too. You’ll find full details of what’s on offer on the individual hotel pages.
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Hotel Bouganville, Forte Village Resort
As part of the illustrious Forte Village in glorious Sardinia, this updated and refreshed hotel is nestled in stunning gardens complete with flowers and trees giving a sense of tranquil seclusion for your family holiday. With easy access to all of the resorts amenities, plus the long white, sandy Forbes-rated beach, your family holiday will be complete with a stay here. 
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Forte Village Resort Sardinia

Sardinia’s Forte Village Resort is perfect for families, with white-sand beaches, kids’ activities that range from pizza making to dance workshops, and a number of highly rated sports academies. There are also special menus for little ones in most of the restaurants, and a wide variety of accommodation options.

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Hilton Sorrento Palace Sorrento

As well as six swimming pools, the Hilton Sorrento Palace boasts a sea-view restaurant with highchairs and a kids’ menu, and a selection of family-size and inter-connecting rooms. The kids’ club organises fun activities such as treasure hunts and football tournaments, too.

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Hotel Saline Cilento

Stay at Saline and little ones can splash in the sea-water pool, play on the private stretch of beach, or have fun in the daily kids’ club. Babysitting is also on offer, and the restaurant provides highchairs and special children’s menus.

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UNAHotels Naxos Beach Sicilia

The Naxos Beach Resort offers families the option of early meal sittings and special children’s menus, as well as activity-filled kids’ clubs and shallow areas within both swimming pools (ideal for younger swimmers).

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Chia Laguna Resort Sardinia

Kids have plenty to keep them busy here, with activities at the four children’s clubs ranging from tennis matches to beach games. For parents with very young children, there’s a nursery, plus free welcome kits with bottle warmers, a changing mat and a baby bath.

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Hotel Flamingo Sardinia

As well as a beautiful location beside a sandy beach, the Hotel Flamingo offers a trio of restaurants, plus a kids’ club, dedicated activities for teens, and a separate pool for children to play in.

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Acacia Resort Sicily

Inter-connecting rooms give families the option of having a little more space to spread out in. There’s also a kids’ club and babysitting service, and the hotel can arrange cots and highchairs for babies and toddlers.

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Valle Dell' Erica Thalasso and Spa

 Located opposite the renowned National Park of La Maddalena and the island of Corsica, Valle Dell' Erica is a secluded gem on the northern coast of Sardinia. It boasts a large children's club with sporting activities, entertainment, and 4 swimming pools and children's pool.

Not found what you are looking for?

We have a wider range of hotels available, please give one of our Italy Experts a call on 01293 765055. 

Here are some of our favourites.

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Acquaviva del Garda 4*, Lake Garda
  • Garden by the lake with use of whirlpools
  • Extensive spa facilities
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JW Marriott 5*, Venice
  • Private island resort with swimming pool and stunning views
  • Complimentary ten-minute private boat ride to St. Mark's Square
  • Home to the largest spa in Venice
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Renaissance il Ciocco Resort and Spa 4*, Tuscany Countryside
  • Set on a hillside overlooking the medieval town of Barga
  • Outdoor pool and modern spa
  • Surrounded by a 600 hectare estate
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Your plans, our expertise

Start planning your Citalia holiday by getting in touch with one of our Personal Travel Planners.

Lines open: Monday to Saturday 09:00 to 17:30 (Wednesdays from 9:30), Bank Holidays 10:00 to 16:00.
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