Travelling as a family is about finding the right balance: enough to keep the children busy, and enough for the parents to breathe. Here are seven boutique hotels across Europe, designed with both in mind.
1 Haus HirtBad Gastein, Austria
In the Austrian Alps, near the spa town of Bad Gastein, this address blends nature and relaxation, ideal for the open air and mountain views. Horseback rides, climbing, forest walks and adventure games await the children.
2 Ikos OliviaGerakini, Greece
On the Gulf of Toroneos, eight hectares of olive groves, white sandy beaches and the turquoise waters of the Aegean. Rooms, suites and bungalows; outdoor games, cooking, sport, art classes and water activities let parents rest while the children are supervised.
3 The LodgeVerbier, Switzerland
Perched at over 1,500 metres in the resort of Verbier, this chalet-hotel has seven rooms and two suites, with a play area and babysitting service. The entire property can be taken over for large family gatherings.
4 Domaine des ClosVar, France
In the south of France, this estate cultivates the atmosphere of a "family home": petanque, ping-pong and table football around the pool, in a garden lulled by the song of cicadas.
5 CarrossaMajorca, Spain
This complex offers four luxury villas with private pools, including the Cinco villa with its panoramic bay views from the terraces.
6 Martinhal ChiadoLisbon, Portugal
In the heart of Lisbon, this urban hotel offers family-minded accommodation and supervised activities for children, leaving parents free to explore the city with an easy mind.
7 Maslina ResortHvar, Croatia
On an eight-hectare estate on the island of Hvar, this resort offers rooms, family suites and private villas. Adults enjoy vineyard tours and the spa while children try their hand at climbing, farm visits, cooking classes and sport.
A good family journey often comes down to little things: an address that thinks of everyone, and a pace that leaves all the time to enjoy it. That is what we look for on your behalf.
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