Encompassed by mountains and clean, tidy sandy sand beaches, Corfu is known for having a milder climate than some of the other Greek islands. However, it is still a lovely hot, summer destination that thousands of people enjoy every year.

For those looking for adventure and activity, Corfu has fairy-tale-like olive grove-shaded landscapes via a labyrinth of hiking paths (including the 220-kilometre-long Corfu trial) as well as ancient monasteries and villages laced with narrow alleys waiting to be explored.

But where to stay when on Corfu holidays? Let us guide you through some of the best luxury 5* resorts that are ideal if you want to experience the best during Corfu holidays!

Wedged between a forest and the sea, undoubtedly one of the prettiest Corfu hotels you will find is the Domes of Corfu. The hotel's beach and swimming pools are split into three different zones – there's one for adults, another for families plus a VIP section which bags you a gazebo and a free drink. The Domes swim-up pool suites are perfect for families, with linen curtains separating bedroom and living spaces for privacy whilst also offering a Montessori-led kids club that allows parents to get some time away. Couples and friends will also be happy here, the adult-only Domes Miramare has an adult-only pool lined with lush loungers and an Elemis spa and Greek-Italian menus at a la carte Frourio. This place is right on the coast, with a private beach on its doorstep and a forest on the other side and is only a 25-minute drive to Corfu Town.

The luxurious Ikos Odisia is home to 10 pools as well as a fancy spa. The low-rise bedrooms, suites and villas are dotted within 60 acres of lush gardens, with wide paths twisting between olive trees, powder-soft sand, and several cool-off spots, from splash pools to adult-only areas. Exhausted parents can head to the Anne Semonin spa for a hassle-free break whilst babies and toddlers can delight in buffet lunches and being swept away by staff without fuss. Parents have six restaurants to try, with Michelin-star menus (and baby-friendly versions) from modern Greek to Asian. Once you arrive here you are never going to want to leave. This is one of our top Corfu hotels and it is not hard to see why.

With its scenic location, stylish bedrooms, and great dining scene, the Marbella, Mar-Bella Collection falls deep into the ‘luxury retreat’ category. This family-owned hotel, which is built in a series of layers over a steep hillside on Corfu’s east coast, is everything all guests could hope for on Corfu holidays. Kids will be in their element here, thanks to a mini water park for the younger kids and a beach deck perfect for the older ones. The rooms here range from new suites with private pools to more compact bedrooms with balconies. There are dozens of relaxing spots, from sun-soaked terraces and moodily lit lounges, plus four a la carte restaurants including Mediterranean, French, and Asian à la carte restaurants and a big buffet with a Greek corner.

With another hotel with a scenic setting, The Grecotel Eva Palace is located on an exclusive, pine-cloaked peninsula. It’s spread out across lots of levels, connected by rustic pathways and lush lawns, which lead down to a secluded sand-and-shingle cove. You will find rooms, suites, and bungalows - some with romantic four-poster beds. Hidden in a jungle of greenery are secret sea-view villas near the beach with private pools. With three restaurants unusually decorated with glittering chandeliers, potted palms and statues of exotic creatures serving everything from steak and sushi to reinvented Mediterranean cuisine, you’ll never go hungry.

You’ll find the Kerkyra Blue Hotel & Spa tucked away in 95 acres of lush green gardens, right by a beach on the east coast of Corfu. With a short trip from Corfu’s Old Town and Alykes Potamou’s tavernas, this makes for a relaxed base for families and couples alike. With themed dining nights and a pool for little ones, the Kerkyra Blue has all angles covered. With a handful of fine-dining restaurants serving everything from Japanese fusion cuisine to traditional local delights, food is high on the menu here, you can pick the premium all-inclusive and you can dine in a different a la carte restaurant every night.

Wherever you decide to go you can be sure luxury awaits you on all inclusive holidays to Corfu.

Happy holidays!