Kosher family holidays in Greece: kosher hotels, Chabad and villas (2026–2027)
Three ways to a kosher family holiday in Greece: a kosher hotel at Passover, a summer destination with Chabad, or a villa with kosher delivery.
- At Passover Greece has many fully kosher programmes, mainly in Crete, Rhodes and Mykonos.
- In summer there are almost no fully kosher hotels; pick a destination with Chabad.
- A villa with a kitchen and e-kosher.gr delivery is an easy option for families.
If your family keeps kosher, decide on the season first: for Passover, book a kosher hotel programme early; for summer, choose Rhodes, Crete or Athens, which have Chabad and kosher food.
Can you have a kosher family holiday in Greece?
Yes, but it depends a lot on the season. At Passover Greece has dozens of fully kosher hotel programmes, with supervision, meals and children's activities. In summer and the rest of the year there are almost no fully kosher hotels, so kosher families plan around a destination with a Chabad house, or rent a villa with a kitchen and order kosher food.
Option 1: a kosher hotel at Passover
For Passover 2027 (starting Wednesday evening, 21 April) programmes were published in Greece at places including:
| Area | Hotel | Organiser | Kashrut (per organiser) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crete, Rethymno | Aquila Rithymna Beach | Olam Holidays | Glatt kosher, full board |
| Crete | Creta Maris | Shainfeld Tours | Glatt kosher |
| Western Crete | Avra Imperial | Tour Plus | Glatt mehadrin |
| Crete, Elounda | Elounda Bay Palace | My Tours Glatt | Glatt kosher lemehadrin, no kitniyot |
| Rhodes | Elysium Resort & Spa | Kosher Travelers | Whole hotel glatt, no kitniyot |
| Mykonos | Myconian Imperial | Club Turquoise | Glatt, Beth Din of Paris |
| Loutraki, Gulf of Corinth | Club Hotel Casino Loutraki | TO Club | Beth Din of Paris, no kitniyot |
The list comes from a site that collects Passover programmes and changes every year. Before booking, check with the organiser who supervises, what is included and whether there is a kids' club. More in our Passover in Greece guide.
Option 2: summer near a Chabad house
In summer the easiest way is to pick a destination with a Chabad house or kosher food available:
- Athens: Chabad, the kosher restaurant Gostijo and a kosher grocery in Psiri. See kosher food in Athens.
- Rhodes: Chabad in Ialysos with the kosher Jerusalem restaurant, and the Kahal Shalom synagogue in the Old Town.
- Crete: Chabad in Hersonissos with a kosher taverna and grocery, and Chabad in Chania. See Chabad Crete.
- Mykonos: KosherMykonos shop and kosher meal delivery.
- Thessaloniki: a kosher restaurant at the Astoria hotel and an active Jewish community.
All Chabad houses and contacts in our Chabad in Greece guide.
Option 3: a villa with a kitchen and kosher delivery
For large families this is often the easiest and cheapest option: rent a villa or apartment with a kitchen, order kosher products and meals from Chabad's e-kosher.gr (delivers across Greece, including the islands), and add fruit, vegetables and sealed products from the supermarket. What to look for in our kosher supermarket guide.
Tips for kosher families
- Book early: Passover programmes fill up months ahead.
- Shabbat in a hotel: ask in advance for a regular key instead of a key card, and a low-floor room (no lift).
- Children: ask about a kosher kids' club, early meals for little ones and babysitting.
- Flights: a direct flight makes life easier with kids. See Greek islands with direct flights from Israel.
- By month: which destination suits children in each season, in Greece with kids month by month.
FAQ
Is there a kosher hotel in Greece in summer? We found no fully kosher hotels in Greece in summer. There are many programmes at Passover. In summer, choose a destination with Chabad or a villa with kosher delivery.
Where are the kosher Passover hotels in Greece? Mainly in Crete, Rhodes, Mykonos and Loutraki, through Passover programme organisers. The list changes every year.
Which Greek destination is easiest for a kosher family? Rhodes, Crete and Athens, which have Chabad houses and kosher food, plus direct summer flights from Israel.
Can I order kosher food to the islands? Yes, Chabad of Greece's e-kosher.gr delivers across Greece, including the islands. Order a few days ahead.
