When planning a vacation in sunny Crete, you should take care of the choice of accommodation in advance. The best option, of course, would be Crete 4-star all-inclusive hotels with a sandy beach. Here you will be offered a high level of service, traditional Cretan hospitality and affordable prices.
It has an outdoor spacious swimming pool with children‘s water attractions, as well as a jacuzzi. There is also a water amusement park with steep slides, fountains and numerous entertainments that will bring a lot of delight not only to children, but also to adults. The in-house spa offers a range of relaxing and invigorating treatments to help you quickly rejuvenate and feel energized. There is also a well-equipped gym with modern fitness equipment, a Turkish hammam, a hot tub, a solarium and a relaxation room.
On the territory there are several sports grounds for playing mini-football, as well as basketball. For golf lovers, a shuttle service to the nearest club “Crete” is provided (free of charge). Various entertainment programs and DJ parties are often held here. The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For vacationers, there is a snack bar, three wonderful restaurants and a bar in the lobby.
Agapi Beach Resort Premium All Inclusive 4*
The architecture and interior design harmoniously combines modern features and traditional national Cretan shades. Here you will find an excellent level of service, picturesque natural landscapes and a variety of services for pastime and recreation. Guests can stay in cozy and bright rooms or bungalows with beautiful views of the sea and local surroundings. The on-site restaurants of Cretan, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine with gourmet dishes and a large selection of drinks.
There is also an equipped beach and 3 spacious swimming pools, with a relaxation area with sun loungers and umbrellas. Those who are interested in excursions and various cultural and historical sites can visit the Museum of the History of Crete, the Museum of Archeology of Heraklion or the Palace of Knossos, which are located within a short drive. The complex offers a variety of massage treatments, yoga or fitness classes, as well as its own sauna.
A wonderful place where you can relax from the hustle and bustle of the big city, surrounded by beautiful nature and picturesque sea views. There are several different categories of rooms, including family rooms, as well as luxurious suites and apartments with amazing views of the green park area and the seashore. A few steps away there is a supermarket, places of public recreation with restaurants and various cafes.
The local historical monuments of architecture are about 20-30 minutes away. The most famous of them are the monastery of St. Fragkiskos, the cathedral of Agios Dimitrios, and the fortress of Firkas. The territory has its own fitness center, an equipped beach with sun loungers, as well as a swimming pool. Guests can use the car rental service, an ATM or luggage storage. On request, a transfer of vacationers is organized.
Candia Park Village 4*
The complex itself looks like a small settlement, made in the Cretan architectural style and is located next to the main sandy and pebble beaches of the resort town of Agios Nikolaos. There are about 200 apartments with separate kitchens, refrigerators, safes, air conditioning, and satellite TVs. It has its own coffee shop, bar and snack bar, as well as a mini market.
Every evening here, guests can enjoy live music at the bar or fine traditional local cuisine at the complex's restaurant. On the territory there is a garden with a swimming pool and an outdoor bar where you can enjoy your favorite cocktail on a hot day. There is also a sea water pool and jacuzzi. There are also several tennis courts and playgrounds for playing volleyball, basketball or table tennis.
Infinity Blue Boutique Hotel & Spa – Adults Only 4*
Comfortable rooms, an excellent level of service, as well as proximity to the main cultural, historical and entertainment centers – all this offers its guests this unique complex. The famous AquaWorld Aquarium, the Labyrinth amusement park and the Lychnostasis Museum of National Art are just a few minutes' drive away. It has a landscaped area with its own garden, private beach area with sun loungers and umbrellas.
Stylish rooms are made in light or light blue colors and include all the amenities for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The spa center offers a wide range of beauty and massage sessions, as well as all kinds of spa programs. The entertainment infrastructure includes diving, walking and cycling excursions. Gourmets will appreciate local cuisine prepared from fresh ingredients by high-class chefs, and the snack bar will pleasantly surprise you with a variety of snacks and a large selection of alcoholic drinks or cocktails.
It has a good location on the shores of the Aegean Sea, an excellent level of service and a developed infrastructure for recreation and entertainment. All rooms, of which there are 454, have everything you need for a comfortable stay, as well as views of the sea and the coast, with picturesque bays and natural landscapes. Local attractions are only a 20-minute drive away: the museum of ancient Elefzenra, the center of Byzantine art and the monastery of Arkadi. Here on site, guests can take a walk in the beautiful garden, relax on the outdoor terrace with sea views, or visit the beach just steps away.
You can go diving, windsurfing or have fun playing tennis. Two restaurants will delight guests with delicious dishes of both local and Italian cuisine.
For longer trips, you can rent a car. There is also a foreign exchange office and a tour desk on site.
Lyttos Beach 4*
Not far from the resort of Hersonissos, 20 kilometers from the nearest Heraklion airport, in a green area surrounded by gardens, Lyttos Beach is located. Here you will find a private beach, many opportunities for outdoor activities and cozy rooms, including family rooms and apartments, some of which have a private pool. There are six pools in total, one of which is Olympic size, while others are equipped with slides and water attractions, which will certainly cause a lot of delight among children.
Three restaurants, several bars and numerous tennis courts are open. Here you can take a diving training course, take a ride on bicycles, rent them, or play table tennis or darts. For children: play club, playground, entertainment staff and babysitting service. A few kilometers away is a local golf club with 18 holes, with picturesque views of the mountains of Crete and the best courts.
Arina Beach Hotel 4 *
An ideal place to relax with family or friends, where the picturesque beach of the same name is perfectly combined with excellent facilities and a high level of service. The complex offers entertainment for all ages, a kids club, massage treatments and a gym, which means there is always something to suit both couples and families. With beautiful gardens and close proximity to the beach, this complex is the perfect choice for an island getaway. 236 comfortable, stylish rooms provide every comfort to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Guests can choose from double rooms and bungalows with sea views.
There is an outdoor pool, Wi-Fi in public areas and various sports facilities including beach soccer and volleyball, darts, and tennis. Younger guests will surely enjoy the children's pool, the games club (from 4 to 12 years old) and the playground. There is also a gym, massage services and a daily animation program that provides entertainment and activities for all ages.
Civitel Creta Beach 4*
There is a special children's pool, playground, babysitting service (on request), children's chairs in the restaurant and baby cots. Guests can take a walk in the resort's beautiful gardens as well as the beach or choose from a variety of sports activities such as mini golf, tennis, archery, table tennis, beach volleyball and darts.
The picturesque sunny fishing village of Panormo is the perfect backdrop for a carefree family holiday at Club Marine Palace. It is in this style that the Club Marine Palace was built. Local comfortable bungalows are surrounded by pools and gardens with lemon and tangerine trees. Marine Palace apartments are the epitome of luxury and style. A cozy atmosphere, a fine cocktail with a breathtaking sea view, blissful tranquility combined with a more active life – all this guarantees a luxurious holiday.
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Louis Creta Princess 4 *
A modern complex for fans of club life. Located on the coast of Maleme Bay, a 20-minute walk from the resort town of Chania. The nearest airport is about 30 km away. Louis Creta Princess offers guests the benefits of an all-inclusive holiday that includes breakfast, lunch and dinner, unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, a snack menu, and certain sports.
It offers guests 2 restaurants with gourmet cuisine, a tavern and a bar (near the pool), a mini market, a bookstore and a jewelry store. Two outdoor swimming pools, volleyball courts, tennis and table tennis, as well as mini-golf create excellent opportunities for active recreation.
Creta Star Hotel – Adults Only 4*
Not far from the town of Rethymnon, one of the most famous resort centers of the island of Crete, on the coast of three seas (Aegean, Ionian and Libyan), surrounded by the greenery of its own gardens, the resort complex Creta Star is located. It has its own beach strip, equipped with umbrellas and sun loungers, as well as 324 rooms, including family and double rooms, with sea or mountain views.
Local attractions are within a 20-minute drive: the Arkadi Monastery, the Museum of Ancient Elefzerna, the Archaeological Museum, the Fortezza Fortress and others. There are indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, a restaurant, a bar, as well as table tennis, darts and billiards. 24-hour reception, currency exchange and a tour desk are also at guests' disposal.
Stella Village Hotel & Bungalows 4*
Located in the resort town of Hersonissos, a 30-minute drive from local historical and architectural monuments, such as the Heraklion Museum of Archeology, the Historical Museum of Crete, as well as the famous Palace of Knossos. Among the presented categories of rooms here are family, standard and superior double and triple rooms, each of which has a TV with satellite TV, wireless Internet (free of charge) and a spacious loggia with a seating area.
On the territory of 3 swimming pools, a spa treatment center and a private beach. For children, there is a kids' club, a games room and an outdoor playground. For connoisseurs of sports recreation: tennis courts, table tennis and billiards. Staff at the 24-hour front desk will always help with car rental or leisure activities. A gift shop, laundry facilities and free parking are available on site.
Grand Bay Beach Resort (Exclusive Adults Only) 4*
It has 75 rooms, 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and a private beach and is a 20-minute drive from the Botanical Park of Crete, the church of Agios Dimitrios and other attractions. In each room you will find a minibar, free newspapers, spacious bathrooms, safes and other amenities.
Completely renovated in 2013, the complex offers a fitness centre, massage treatments, as well as horseback riding, diving and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Guests can make free use of a parking space or a shuttle service. It has all the facilities for the recreation of guests with disabilities. The complex has a tour desk and luggage storage.
Grecotel Meli Palace 4*
Located in the heart of Vrachasi, it is the ideal place to explore the island. Thanks to its convenient location, it offers easy access to the most popular tourist spots in the city. Offers a wide range of services such as massage treatments, spa, 24-hour room service, meeting room, parking and Wi-Fi internet. The ideal location and excellent level of service makes this option suitable for most categories of tourists.