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Hotels with Heated Outdoor Pools | Family Edition!
Hotels with Heated Outdoor Pools
If you’re like me and craving that summer feeling during cold UK half terms, but want to avoid long haul flights and peak prices, shoulder season travel (April, May, October) is perfect. It’s quieter, cheaper, and cooler for kids, which is ideal for exploring without the heat and hassle.
The catch? Not all “heated” outdoor pools are truly warm. After a few chilly surprises and lots of research, I’ve pulled together a list of genuinely family friendly hotels with properly heated outdoor pools. Many are 5-star resorts offering huge savings out of season plus, I’ve included some great lower-cost alternatives too. Let’s dive in…warmly, of course.
Hotels with heated outdoor pools in Greece
Temperatures in Greece in October average between 18-24°C. April is the coolest month with 12-20°C, and May is much the same as October. These seasons are warm enough to feel like summer but cool enough to enjoy day trips and exploring. A heated outdoor pool makes all the difference on breezy days and here are our top picks for Greece:
Domes of Corfu – Corfu (£££)
🌴 Why families love it: A beachfront beauty with a relaxed, luxury vibe. Expect family rooms, a fantastic kids club, and multiple dining options that cater to even the fussiest eaters.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: The main outdoor family pool is heated from April to the end of May, and again from late September through October.
🔗 See more information on Domes of Corfu and check prices here.
Domes of Elounda – Crete (£££)
🌴 Why families love it: Spacious suites (some with private pools), a sandy beach, and a peaceful atmosphere that works beautifully for families with younger kids.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: The main outdoor family pool and a smaller kids’ pool are heated in the cooler months. There’s also a heated indoor pool as a backup.
🔗 See more information on Domes of Elounda and check prices here.
Ikos Resorts- Corfu, Halkidiki & Kos (£££)
- Ikos Dassia – Corfu
- Ikos Olivia – Halkidiki
- Ikos Aria – Kos
🌴 Why families love them: The gold standard of all-inclusive luxury. Baby gear on request, gourmet food, 24/7 room service and amazing kids clubs.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: Each resort offers heated outdoor pools during April, May and October, ideal for shoulder season swimming.
🔗 See more information on IKOS Dassia
🔗 See more information on IKOS Olivia
🔗 See more information on IKOS Aria
The Westin Resort Costa Navarino – Peloponnese (£££)
🌴 Why families love it: This massive resort has something for everyone, a mini waterpark, kids activities, golf for grown-ups, and bike friendly paths through beautiful grounds.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: Lagoon outdoor pool is heated in April, May and October. The waterpark isn’t heated but is still a hit on sunny spring days. This resort also has the benefit of an indoor pool.
🔗 See more information on Westin Resort Costa Navarino here
Sani Hotels – Halkidiki (£££)
🌴 Why families love it: A multi hotel luxury resort with incredible nature, world class dining, and thoughtful family facilities from kids football academies to pram friendly paths. Sani Beach is the most kid centric but my personal favourite is Sani Club for the views and the fab bungalow style rooms.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: Sani Dunes (actually the largest heated pool in Greece), Sani Club, Porto Sani and Sani Beach all have heated outdoor pools in spring and autumn, plus indoor pools across the resorts.
🔗 See more information on Sani Beach Hotel here
🔗 See more information on Sani Club here
🔗 See more information on Sani Porto here
Creta Maris Resort – Crete (££)
🌴 Why families love it: A huge all-inclusive resort with a kids splash park and water slides, family suites and a wide range of restaurants. The village style layout is easy on the eye and makes it easy to get around with little legs.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: An outdoor pool is heated during April, May and October. The waterpark isn’t heated, but there’s also a heated indoor pool available.
🔗 See here for more information on Creta Maris Resort here
Parga Beach Resort – Parga Town, Greece (££)
🌴 Why Families love it: A beautiful village style resort on a beach setting with a lovely kids club, explore Parga town on foot or you can catch a water taxi to the town to experience a more authentic side of Greece.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool Info: One small children’s pool is heated out of the summer season. A great choice for exploring the local town and a warm swim for little ones.
Hotels with heated outdoor pools in Turkey
Turkey offers great value, short flights, and family resorts with everything you can imagine, therefore it’s an ideal destination for spring and autumn half terms. October temperatures range from 15–25°C, April from 15–20°C, and May from 20–25°C.
Lara Barut Collection – Antalya (££)
🌴 Why families love it: Brilliant buffet options, a huge kids club, beach access, and just 20 minutes from the airport.
🏊 Heated outdoor Pool info: One outdoor pool is heated during the cooler months. Also includes a heated indoor pool.
🔗 See more on Lara Barut Collection here
Ali Bey Resort – Side (££)
🌴 Why families love it: Beautiful Ottoman-style design, a fantastic on-site waterpark, and spacious family rooms perfect for longer stays.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: One outdoor heated pool for off-season swimming – ideal for April, May, and October.
🔗 See more on Ali Bey Resort here
Rixos Premium Belek – The Land of Legends (£££)
🌴 Why families love it: All-inclusive fun meets theme park access! Families get complimentary entry to Land of Legends and excellent kids clubs.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: One heated outdoor pool is available in the low season, plus indoor pools and a spa.
Hotels with heated outdoor pools in Cyprus
A short, easy flight with great shoulder season temperatures. October offers a lovely 18–25°C, with April at 16–23°C and May heating back up to 18–26°C.
Aphrodite Hills Resort – near Paphos (££)
🌴 Why families love it: Villa-style stays with kitchens (yes to toasties in pyjamas!), and plenty of space to roam. There’s a riding school and tennis too.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: A heated outdoor activity pool is available, and you can also pay extra to have your villa pool heated in the cooler months.
Hotels with heated outdoor pools in Croatia
Croatia is ideal in May, fewer crowds, lower prices, and mild temperatures up to 25°c. Some pools may close in October, so always double-check. Croatia offers a perfect holiday for exploring the amazing towns and beaches and then coming back to a family friendly hotel for pools and kids clubs.
Valamar Girandella Resort – Rabac, Istria (££)
🌴 Why families love it: Everything here is designed for kids – soft play, mini buffet, supervised clubs, and sea views.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: Heated outdoor pool available in May and often October, plus a kids’ splash zone.
Hotels with heated outdoor pools in the Canary Islands
All year sun, yes even in December! Prices don’t dip much in April, May, and October, but the weather is reliably warm. These are our favourites when we need guaranteed warmth and a short flight, with a pool that the kids can play in for hours to make it the perfect chilled holiday (well as chilled as it can be with kids).
H10 Rubicón Horizons Collection – Lanzarote (££)
🌴 Why families love it: Pirate ship splash zone, loads of family dining options, and evening entertainment.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: Five pools in total which includes one heated outdoor pool.
🔗 See more information on H10 Rubicon Horizons here
Bahia Principe Fantasia – Tenerife (££)
🌴 Why families love it: A fairy-tale themed resort with castle architecture, evening shows, and kids clubs.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: Multiple heated pools here, including kid friendly options.
🔗 See more information on Bahia Principe Fantasia here
Princesa Yaiza Suite Hotel – Lanzarote (£££)
🌴 Why families love it: Baby-ready rooms, beachfront location, and incredible food.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: The main lagoon-style pool is heated, plus a shaded baby pool.
🔗 See more information on Princess Yaiza Hotel here
GF Victoria – Tenerife (£££)
🌴 Why families love it: Eco-luxury with amazing family zones, wellness options, and a rooftop infinity pool for grown-up time.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: Heated pools all year, including a baby splash area and adults-only rooftop pool.
🔗 See more information on GF Victoria here
The Ritz-Carlton Abama – Tenerife (£££)
🌴 Why families love it: This stunning pink palace overlooking the Atlantic is one of the most luxurious resorts in Tenerife. Set in beautiful tropical gardens, the resort feels like its own little world with plenty of space for families to explore. There’s a fantastic Ritz Kids club, a private beach accessed by funicular, and several fantastic restaurants, making it a great choice if you’re looking for a luxury Canary Islands escape.
🏊 Heated outdoor pool info: The resort has seven outdoor swimming pools, including a large family pool and quieter adults-only options. Several of the pools are heated, meaning you can enjoy swimming all year round.
🔗 See more information on The Ritz-Carlton Abama here.
Paradisus by Meliá Gran Canaria – Gran Canaria (£££)
🌴 Why families love it: Paradisus by Meliá Gran Canaria is a beautiful beachfront resort located in San Agustín. The hotel is beautifully refurbished and offers a stylish, relaxed atmosphere with fantastic restaurants, family activities and direct access to the beach.
🏊 Heated outdoor pool info: The hotel has several outdoor pools including a heated children’s pool and splash area, making it a great choice for families travelling outside of the peak summer months when you still want to enjoy plenty of pool time.
🔗 See more information on Paradisus by Meliá Gran Canaria here
Tivoli La Caleta Tenerife Resort – Tenerife (£££)
🌴 Why families love it: Located in Costa Adeje, this stylish five-star resort is perfect for families looking for a relaxed but luxurious base in Tenerife. The hotel sits close to the seafront promenade and beaches and offers spacious rooms, beautiful gardens and fantastic restaurants.
🏊 Heated outdoor pool info: The resort has three outdoor swimming pools set within palm-filled gardens, including a family pool and a quieter adults-only pool. The pools are heated during the cooler months so guests can swim comfortably year-round.
🔗 See more information on Tivoli La Caleta Tenerife Resort here.
Hotels with heated outdoor pools in Portugal
A great short flight with fantastic shoulder season temperatures. The Algarve is the warmest and April ranges from 18–23°C, May from 20–25°C, and October also 20–25°C. Low rainfall, but a heated pool makes even a rainy day fun.
Martinhal Sagres – Algarve (£££)
🌴 Why families love it: One of the best family friendly luxury hotels in Europe. Everything from baby monitors to buggies is available on request.
🏊 Heated outdoor Pool info: Several heated pools, including an outdoor family pool and a heated indoor pool.
🔗 See more information on Martinhal Sagres here.
The Magnolia Hotel – Algarve (££)
🌴 Why families love it: Stylish and fun, with family friendly touches and a quirky retro vibe. Close to beaches and nature trails. Portuguese restaurant on site and a cool cinema room.
🏊 Heated Outdoor Pool info: The outdoor pool is heated year-round, including in the cooler months.
Final thoughts on hotels with heated outdoor pools (Plus a budget friendly option..)
April, May, and October are the secret warm cheaper family holidays where you can get out and explore a little more. You can take advantage of luxury resorts at cheaper prices, with heated pools, family first service, and plenty to keep little ones happy so you can actually try and relax.
A lot of the hotels with heated pools are 5-star and still on the pricy side out of season. If you’re looking for a more budget friendly heated pool, Eurocamp has a number of camps that offer them.
Eurocamp options:
There are many Eurocamp options with heated pools, click on the below Eurocamp link and filter by the date you wish to go away, lots of parks open in April and close in November. Once you have your list, filter again by heated pool. This will give you the best options for an April, May and October break.
🔗 Check Eurocamp options for heated pools here.
La Vallee is an example of a Eurocamp open in the shoulder seasons with heated pools. This park is open from April to November and in Normandy France.
🔗 See here for more information on La Vallee
Alternatively, if you want guaranteed sun in April, May, and October and you don’t want to worry about heated pools, I highly recommend the UAE it’s a 6.5-hour flight, but with guaranteed warm weather and kids’ facilities galore.
You can see all our Middle East page has to offer here.
Another option to consider are Villas with heated outdoor pools. I haven’t tested any of these out but Jet2 have a whole section on Villas with heated pools. Here is the link to the page.
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