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These are the 20 cheapest all- inclusive hotels for families this summer
THE Sun travel team has compared prices across all short-haul destinations - and found the 20 cheapest all-inclusive hotels for your family this school summer holidays.
From as little as £437pp in resorts across Turkey, Spain, Greece and Tunisia - all of the hotels have availability in late July or August this year.
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The below deals are all for seven nights with prices based on an all-inclusive stay for two adults and two children. Flights are not included.
SPAIN
Hotel Palia Don Pedro, Tenerife, £478pp
This hotel is in a great location for the price, on Tenerife's south coast.
The peaceful location has its own stretch of coastline and is around 20 minutes to the lively Playa de las Americas beach area by car.
Rooms have a kitchenette and there is a restaurant, bar and cafe on site, with local food and drink included with your package.
As well as a large pool and a kids splash area, there is a program of entertainment for both adults and children, as well as a kids club.
Best deal with: Holiday Hypermarket
Ilusion Calma Hotel and Spa, Majorca, £496.50pp
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C'an Pastilla resort in Majorca has one of the best beaches on the island, with golden sand and beautiful bays, glistening with crystal clear water.
This simple hotel has modern rooms and daily entertainment, as well as a hassle-free buffet restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Daily entertainment incudes bingo, in-house entertainment shows, karaoke, live DJ, live music, mini-disco, professional shows and quizzes.
Best deal with: Love Holidays
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BLUESEA Costa Verde, El Arenal, C'an Pastilla, £488.75pp
The 3-star BLUESEA Costa Verde hotel is located in a quiet area of the popular resort of El Arenal, on the south coast of Mallorca.
The marina and beach are about a 15-minute walk from the hotel.
It's a great location for couples and families looking for a nice location and value for money.
In the evening, El Arenal has a vibrant nightlife, with clubs, discos and beach bars along the coast.
Best deal with: Love Holidays
Villa Mandi, Tenerife £519pp
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This pretty resort backs on to a golf course and there are two outside pools and two baby splash pads.
You will also be just a 10-minute drive to Los Cristianos resort area, Vistasur beach and the Siam Park waterpark.
The buffet restaurant has a great variety of food options, but the most lively spot for food is the beach bar, which has a great atmosphere.
Best deal with: Holiday Hypermarket
BlueSea Don Jaime, Cala Millor, Majorca, £556.20pp
The 3-star BLUESEA Don Jaime hotel is situated in the picturesque Cala Millor resort, Majorca.
This budget-friendly resort has a decent-sized pool, small games area and bright, recently updated rooms.
The beautiful sandy beach is just a five-minute walk from the hotel, which is a top spot with white sand and activities like bike rental and watersports.
Best deal with: Travel Supermarket
Magic Cristal Park, Benidorm, £562.60pp
For a brilliant, budget option, this hotel feels more upmarket than others in its price range.
There is an indoor and outdoor pool, large sun deck and a roof terrace with seating and games.
It's very family friendly, with plenty to keep kids entertained and give you a relaxing break from childcare.
There's a fully equipped outdoor playground, a games room with table football and games consoles, as well as an action-packed kids' club.
Best deal with: Travel Supermarket
BLUESEA Gran Playa, Sa Coma, Majorca, £567.34 pp
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This modern hotel has an impressive pool, kids club and playground, with live music and themed nights in the evening.
Just a short walk from Sa Coma, known for its beautiful beach and lively promenade, there is plenty to keep the whole family entertained.
The buffet restaurant has a good range of options at breakfast, lunch and dinner, with indoor and outdoor seating.
Rooms are bright and spacious, many have balconies.
Best deal with: Travel Supermarket
Marina Elite Resort, Los Caideros, Gran Canaria, £591.71 pp
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This hotel is right on the coast, overlooking Balito Beach, just outside Puerto Rico.
A five-minute cab ride into the town will get you to one of Gran Canaria's top-rated beaches, as well as a choice of great restaurants.
However, the all-inclusive buffet at the hotel is good, with a choice of two restaurants in summer season, a pool bar and snack bar.
Best deal with: Travel Supermarket
Hotel Avenida, Benidorm £620pp
This lively hotel has a lot going on with a full entertainment programme and a show cooking kitchen, where you can learn to make local cuisine.
The onsite bar has a great atmosphere, often with live music playing.
On select nights, you can even take line dancing classes.
By day, the pool and roof terrace offer ample places to relax and kids can take part in daily activities and games.
Best deal with: Holiday Hypermarket
TUNISIA
El Mouradi Club Selima, Port el Kantaoui, £444.25pp
This resort is in a stunning location, right on the beach.
The all-inclusive buffet has tables that stretch onto the golden sand and excellent quality food for the bargain price.
There are two beautiful outdoor pools as well as an indoor exercise pool.
The fun kids' club is included for children aged 4-12 years and there is a daily activity programme and a playground.
Families can also play table tennis, mini golf and beach volleyball, and watersports include kayaking, jet skis and canoeing.
There is an evening show and live music in the lounge, plus a nightclub for after-dark entertainment.
Best deal with: Love Holidays
Neptunia Beach, Skanes, £462.25pp
This resort offers a lot for its three-star rating and the price, and is set along a private sandy beach in Skanes.
There is a large pool and water slides, as well as a kids club and beach activities such as football, volleyball and pedalos.
The area is quiet, but just 15 minutes along the coast is a lively strip with shopping, restaurants and bars, if you want to venture out.
Best deal with: Love Holidays
Eden Club, Skanes, £464.75
This sunny little spot is a great choice for families who want to relax, multi-generational families and groups.
The location is ideal and the resort has an upbeat, holiday atmosphere.
There is a private beach and well-maintened gardens which make it feel like a far more luxurious resort.
Children can enjoy the kids club and large pool and you can also use the pool and slides at the hotel's sister resort down the road.
Best deal with: Love Holidays
TURKEY
KRISS Hotel Ortakent, Aegean Coast, £437.50pp
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Just a five minute walk from the beach and the harbour, this friendly resort has a local feel about it, with plenty on offer for families.
The accommodation is surrounded by beautiful gardens and the restaurants have seating areas lined with plants and flowers or on a large sun terrace.
There is no kids club, but plenty for families to do together, including two pools.
Best deal with: Love Holidays
Mc Beach Resort Hotel, Konaklı, Antalya, £505.72
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This beachfront hotel has spacious rooms, many with sea views.
You are just steps away from a sunny golden sand beach, yet walking distances back to the hotel bar and cafe for all-inclusive snacks during the day.
The pool area is impressive, with a waterpark for both adults and kids.
Food is great quality with the buffet restaurant set alongside the pool, offering a more elegant ambiance than the usual all-inclusive set up.
Best deal with: Travel Supermarket
MOROCCO
Caribbean Village Agador, Agadir, Morocco, £472.50 pp
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This large hotel complex is a top choice for families wanting a budget beach break, with almost guarenteed sun.
The resort is alongside a private, sandy beach, with sun beds and parasols for guests to use.
There is a choice of outdoor pools, including a fun kids pool and a spa.
The all-inclusive is spread over five specialty restaurants and includes refreshing cocktails in a choice of bars.
Best deal with: Love Holidays
GREECE
Mitsis Belvedere, Corfu, £562.18pp
Perched on a hillside with stunning views of the Ionian Sea, this hotel manages to incorporate family fun with a charming Greek getaway.
The pool and sun terrace is a highlight.
The hotel's buffet restaurant has a great mix of local, Greek favourites and international options. There are also two bars to grab an inclusive drink during the day or evening.
The beach in front of the hotel is hidden in a secluded cove with crystal clear, calm waters that are ideal for kids to play in.
Best deal with: Travel Supermarket
Filerimos Village Hotel, Rhodes, £683.32pp
This 4-star resort is a beautiful resort, with lagoons and pools weaving around the resort and surrounded by lush gardens.
Rhodes Town, with its historic Old Town and Acropolis, is a 15-minute drive away.
Nature lovers can explore Butterfly Valley, while the fascinating Filerimos Mountain is also very close by.
At the hotel, there is a good buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner and a pool cafe and bar.
Best deal with: Travel Supermarket
Rodos White Boutique Hotel, Rhodes Town, £482.50pp
This is a simple, yet sleek hotel, which can be found right in the middle of town, so ideal for families that want a mix of city break and beach.
This hotel is also well suited to child-free guests, with its design-led style.
There is a cool pool and an all-inclusive buffet that is small, but good quality.
There is also a poolside bar and live music in the evenings
Best deal with: Love Holidays
Amira Hotel Rhodes, £496.50pp
Just ten minutes from Rhodes Town, this simple hotel comes at a great deal with a games room, kids club and full entertainment programme.
All rooms come with a balcony or terrace offering garden or pool views and family rooms are available for bigger groups.
The hotel and sun terrace looks over a pretty cove, with beds and parasols on the beach.
Best deal with: Love Holidays
Georgia Apartments, Rhodes, £502pp
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This small resort is charming with lots of character and has a very local feel to it.
This is a quieter option for families who want a more authentic experience and a home away from home.
The food is excellent and there's a weekly Greek night, with folk music and dancing.
The area is lovely and just a 15-minute walk from the pretty village of Afandou, which has a long and uncrowded sandy beach.
