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Do you want to enjoy the beauty of the island of Crete without having to think about anything? The best way is to book a magnificent resort with all the services and comforts.
Your holiday in Crete will turn into a dream of a thousand and one nights, with dips in infinity pools, strolls in shady boulevards, poolside cocktails, massages, sunset aperitifs overlooking the sea, tasty dinners and rejuvenating games of tennis, football or volleyball.
Crete’s resorts and holiday villages offer solutions for different types of travellers: some are designed for adults seeking tranquillity or romance, while others cater mainly to families who want service and comfort. Most resorts and holiday villages in Crete are concentrated along the north coast, particularly between Chania and Hersonissos.
We have selected for you the best resorts and holiday villages on the island: the most exclusive, those with the most beautiful sea views, those with impeccable service and close to the nearest beaches. These include the ideal location for your dream holiday.
An excellent 5-star all-inclusive hotel where you can spend a dream holiday without ever leaving: it is the Crete Maris Beach Resort in Hersonissos in a beachfront location.
Very large, elegant and well-maintained, it has a wellness centre, 13 swimming pools (including outdoor pools, a heated indoor pool, children’s pools), a gym, tennis courts, a water sports centre and even an outdoor cinema. The resort also stands out for its focus on sustainability.
The all-inclusive programme includes food and beverages until midnight and is valid in all restaurants, snack points and bars in the resort: there are 17 in total, so you have plenty of choice! The spacious rooms have sea, garden or mountain views.
Magnificently located overlooking Mirabello Bay, the Royal Marmin Bay Boutique & Art Hotel is one of the most beautiful resorts in Elounda, the most chic and exclusive resort in Crete. This 5-star property is highly recommended for couples and anyone who wants a relaxing holiday with elegance.
You can sunbathe on the large sun terrace while enjoying the breathtaking views or head down to the hotel’s private beach; there is also a glamorous sea-view swimming pool.
The stone structure is in perfect harmony with the landscape and the large windows provide splendid panoramic views. For a special occasion treat yourself to a deluxe sea view room with a private pool or hot tub.
The Filion Suites Resort & Spa is an elegant 5-star resort with a contemporary design located in the hills behind Bali, a fishing village about 30 km from Retimo. It is perfect for those who want to enjoy the coolness of the mountains while having the sea at a short distance: the hotel’s private beach can be reached in just 5 minutes by car or by free minibus.
The resort features 3 swimming pools, a wellness centre, cocktail bar, poolside tavern and restaurant.
You can choose from superior rooms, 1- or 2-bedroom suites or an entire villa with its own pool that can accommodate up to 9 people (4 rooms including one double and three twins plus a sofa bed).
For those who like village life, an excellent choice is the Iberostar Crete Panorama & Mare, a 4-star beachfront resort in Panormos, a fishing village about 18 km from Rethymnon.
It is a very large resort with an all-inclusive formula, a beautiful garden, swimming pool and a busy entertainment programme for adults and children that is very popular with guests. There are numerous offers for those who enjoy sports activities: there are volleyball, basketball, bocce, miniature golf, archery and aerobics classes.
The rooms, located in the main building or in separate bungalows, have sea or garden views; family rooms are also available that can comfortably accommodate 4 persons. The hotel restaurant serves Greek and Italian dishes.
Perched on a low promontory in the Agia Pelagia area, between the bays of Mononaftis and Psaromoura, the Peninsula Resort & Spa is an ideal choice for those who like to spend hours admiring the sea.
Due to its location and its unique amphitheatre-like construction, this 4-star resort offers exceptional panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and easy access to three different beaches, all of which are very picturesque.
It has 4 swimming pools (including sea view pools), sports fields (tennis, football, basketball, volleyball, table tennis) and two restaurants serving Greek, Italian and international cuisine.
You can choose from different types of rooms, suites and bungalows, almost all with a sea view.
If you want something exclusive, head for the Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa, a magnificent adults-only five-star resort about 5 km from Hersonissos.
With a refined contemporary design, this high-class resort will guarantee you an unforgettable stay thanks to its lagoon-style swimming pool with studied light effects and VIP details such as sofas and loungers in the water.
All the resort’s rooms and villas, furnished with great attention to detail, overlook the pool and some have direct access: as soon as you get out of bed, you can dive into the water without passing through public areas! The restaurant also overlooks the pool and has a wooden terrace on the water.
The resort offers its guests top-class recreational services, including personal trainers and yoga classes.
Another top choice in Hersonissos is the Abaton Island Resort & Spa, a uniquely designed five-star hotel with a classy décor that makes use of refined touches of black and white and warm wooden details.
The hotel is beachfront; it has its own private beach, swimming pool and wellness centre. For dinners and aperitifs you can choose from 4 restaurants and 2 bars, some with sea views.
There are numerous types of rooms and suites, all of them dreamy: rooms with private balcony with sea view, deluxe loft rooms on 2 levels with sea view, luxury rooms with direct access to the pool or with private pool, rooms with jacuzzi, suites on 2 levels with direct access to the pool, or private pool or jacuzzi.
For those who love the sea but need greenery, the Minoa Palace Resort & Spa is a perfect choice: this 5-star beachfront resort is set in a lush 35,000 m2 garden.
It is located in Platanias, just 12 km from Chania and convenient to the motorway, making it perfect for day-trippers. Those who do not want to leave the resort can enjoy a pleasant holiday by taking advantage of a private beach, 4 swimming pools, a wellness centre, tennis courts and a gym.
The resort’s 4 restaurants offer Greek and international cuisine from a buffet or à la carte menus.
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