17 Picture-Perfect Luxury Resorts in Crete for a Top-Class Experience!

Discover 17 of the most stunning luxury resorts and hotels in Crete for an unforgettable vacation on the island!

Are you dreaming of a dreamy vacation in the Mediterranean? Crete is the place you’re looking for! In this article, you can explore and compare the most beautiful luxury resorts on the island.

Whether you have a generous budget or are just dreaming about the trip, here you can check out some of the most stunning hotels in Crete! And remember, you don’t need an unlimited bank account. You can get super convenient offers if you book well beforehand or travel off-season. Take a look!

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Nothing can get you more excited about your next vacation in Crete than the planning phase of the process.

The island offers countless accommodation options, including eco-friendly, family-friendly, adult-only, rental homes, villas, and budget hotels.

This time, I wanted to focus on the unique venues that will make your experience unforgettable: The most luxurious resorts in Crete.

Each resort is located in the best areas of Crete, close to the island’s beautiful beaches, with panoramic views of the city, the crystal clear sea, or the Cretan mountains.

The Best Luxury Hotels in Heraklion

These are among the most beautiful resorts by the sea. They are located a few kilometers from the city center of Heraklion and close to some of the best beaches in the area, as well as Crete’s most important archaeological site (Knossos Palace).

These are some of my favorite luxury places to stay in Heraklion.

Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa (Adults Only)

  • 5-StarAnalipsi, Hersonissos, Heraklion
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(Courtesy Stella Island)

At Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa, you’ll discover true comfort in this top Hersonissos accommodation. This place has a private beach, a unique outdoor pool, gardens, and a mini-golf course.

The resort helps guests organize day trips, tours, and boat trips to discover the island. Four restaurants, a convenience store, and a gift shop are on the premises. Guests can also use the airport shuttle for transfers.

Room types:

  • Grand Overwater Bungalow with Outdoor Jacuzzi
  • Island Villa with Private Pool
  • Bungalow
  • Premium Deluxe Double or Twin Room
  • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
  • Bungalow – Overwater
  • Many more…

Wellness: Fitness center, sauna, hot tub, spa, massage, steam room, body treatments, manicure/pedicure, and yoga lessons.

Family Holidays: This is an adult-only accommodation, the perfect place for young couples, honeymoons, anniversary trips, or any romantic escape.

Pets: Not allowed.

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Lyttos Beach

  • 5-Star Anissaras, Hersonissos, Heraklion
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(Courtesy: Lyttos Beach)

With over 600 luxurious rooms on the Blue Flag beach of Anissaras, Lyttos Beach is a magnificent complex surrounded by lush palm trees and gardens on the north coast of Heraklion. The venue features 10 swimming pools, a water park with waterslides, and 21 tennis courts, among other surprises!

Guests adore watching chefs cooking -live-action- local and international delicacies. The resort also has different sports facilities, including football courts and a golf course. The wellness and sports program offers activities such as aerobics, archery, tennis, and an indoor pool.

The resort also features evening entertainment, and on the premises, you’ll find shops, a convenience store, free parking, and an indoor pool

>> Lyttos Beach is a great location for family holidays. It’s especially loved by kids who can have fun at the children’s pool, the kids’ club, or the water park with a fast-food restaurant!

Room types: 

  • Double Room with Garden Views
  • Double Room with Sea Views
  • Junior Suite
  • Family Room with Sea Views
  • Family Three-Bedroom Suite with Garden Views
  • Junior Suite with Sharing or Private Pool – Sea Front
  • Many more…

Wellness: Personal trainer, fitness classes, yoga classes, massage chairs, spa/wellness packages, spa lounge, steam room, light therapy, and body wrap.

Family holidays: Family rooms, baby safety gates, outdoor play equipment for kids, indoor play area, books, DVDs & music for kids, babysitting/child services.

Pets: Not allowed.

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Out Of The Blue Resort & Spa

  • 5-StarAgia Pelagia, Heraklion
Greece - Crete - Out of the Blue Resort Agia Pelagia
(Courtesy: Out Of The Blue Capsis Elite Resort)

Out of the is one of the best places to stay in Crete and the best-known luxury resort on the island.

It’s located in a privileged position on a private peninsula overlooking the stunning bay of Agia Pelagia, about twenty minutes from the main attractions in Heraklion, including the archaeological museum, the Minoan Palace of Knossos, and more. 

The property features seven fresh-water pools, seven restaurants, and a spa with a hydrotherapy pool. It also has a private beach, tennis equipment, a water park, evening entertainment, free parking, and a shuttle service for guests.

To kickstart the day the right way, breakfast can be enjoyed in the relaxing setting of your suite! Guests enjoy the unique resemblance to a Cretan village, surrounded by extensive gardens, a river, and three beaches.

On the premises, guests can take aerobics classes, practice archery, spend a night watching live sports events (broadcast), and attend live performances and music shows.

Room types:

  • Classic 1 Bedroom Bungalow Style with Sea Views
  • Classic Junior Family Suite
  • Classic 1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite Sea Views
  • Classic Presidential Suite
  • Lifestyle 1 Bedroom Suite with Garden Views
  • Lifestyle 2 Bedroom Suite with Dining Area and Lounge
  • Lifestyle Suite with 2 Connecting Rooms
  • Flexible villas
  • Many more…

Wellness: Personal trainer, fitness classes, yoga classes, spa/wellness packages, footbath, spa lounge/relaxation area, steam room, and spa facilities.

Family holidays: Family rooms, outdoor play equipment for kids, indoor play area books, DVDs & music, board games, babysitting/child services.

Pets: Not allowed.

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>> You might also enjoy reading this guide to the best hotels in Agia Pelagia.

Abaton Island Resort & Spa

  • 5 Stars – Hersonissos, Heraklion
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(Courtesy: Abaton Island)

Abaton Island Resort & Spa in Hersonissos has been beautifully designed to reflect the styles of its surroundings. Guestrooms, villas, and suites express impeccable taste and luxury.

Accommodation options offer outdoor terraces, a private pool, or an outdoor hot tub, all secluded in a residential environment and magnificent landscapes. They are a short walk from the main town of Hersonissos with its gorgeous sandy beaches. Guests adore the selection of restaurants and atmospheric bars, ideal to unwind during sunset or after dinner.

The resort features a designated smoking area, a convenience store, and a transfer shuttle service. During the day, guests can join cooking classes, walking tours, and bike tours around the small village of Koutouloufari, which is a walking distance from the premises.

In the evening, guests can have a drink at their happy hour, participate in themed dinners, have fun with performances and live music, and dine in one of the 6 on-site restaurants.

Room types:

  • The Royal Villa
  • Dream Villa with Private Pool – Beach Front
  • Honeymoon Island Suite with Private Pool – Sea Front
  • Loft Luxury Guestroom with Private Pool – Sea Front
  • Abaton Collection Suite with Sharing Pool
  • Many more…

Wellness: Sauna, personal trainer, yoga classes, fitness, full-body massage, hand massage, head massage, couples’ massage.

Family holidays: Strollers, indoor play area, babysitting/child services.

Pets: Not allowed.

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The Best Luxury Resorts in Rethymnon

Located close to everything, Rethymnon is an ideal place to stay in Crete. The following resorts let you enjoy a unique and romantic stay in the area… or a perfect family vacation on the biggest Greek island.

The Syntopia Hotel

4-Star – Adelianos Kampos, Rethymnon

GREECE - CRETE - RETHYMNON - THE SYNTOPIA HOTEL
(Courtesy: The Syntopia Hotel)

The Syntopia is an excellent all-inclusive choice in the small town of Adelianos Kampos, near Rethymnon.

The fantastic swimming pool and the surrounding area are the main reasons for picking this accommodation. Besides, the suites and rooms are super modern and offer every comfort!

The hotel is an adult-only property, offering activities such as live performances and music shows, movie nights, and water activities such as snorkeling, diving, and windsurfing (off-site). The hotel also provides a shuttle service for transfer.

Room types:

  • Double Room Inland View
  • Double Room Pool View
  • Double Room Sea view
  • Superior Room with Sea View & Spa Bath
  • Many more…

Wellness: Fitness, spa/wellness packages, footbath, spa lounge and facilities, body scrub, and body treatments.

Family holidays: This is an adult-only accommodation. It’s ideal for young couples, honeymoons, anniversary trips, or any romantic escape.

Pets: Not allowed.

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>> You might enjoy reading this guide to the best things to do in Rethymnon.

Iberostar Creta Marine

  • 4-Star – Panormos, Rethymnon
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(Courtesy: Iberostar Creta Marine)

Iberostar Creta Marine is located in the gorgeous small town of Panormos in Rethymnon. It boasts a privileged beachfront location overlooking 3 private coves.

The hotel offers many activities, including live performances and beach parties. Children have their pool and entertainment programs.

On the premises, guests can enjoy 2 swimming pools, a terrace, a garden, and free parking facilities. Everything they need for a relaxing stay by the sea. Guests adore the hot tub, the massages, the spa, and the sauna.

Room types:

  • Double Room with Garden View
  • Double Room with Sea View
  • Bungalow
  • Bungalow with sea view
  • and more…

Wellness: Turkish/Steam bath, hot tub/jacuzzi, massage, fitness center, sauna

Family holidays: Family rooms, pools for kids, and dedicated activities.

Pets: Not allowed.

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Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park

  • 4-Star – Panormos, Rethymnon
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(Courtesy: Grecotel Marine).

Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park has been environmentally awarded. It features 6 swimming pools, a water park with slides, and a fountain. The resort is on a picturesque bay near Panormo, and it has been built like a characteristic Cretan village.

Rooms, studios, and bungalows are tastefully decorated and surrounded by gardens with views over the pool, the sea, or the garden.

The hotel offers themed dinners and all-inclusive dining (Greek, Mediterranean, and Asian). One of its restaurants has been recognized with an award for the best organic restaurant.

The hotel offers archery and aerobics lessons, tennis equipment, and an ATM on-site. Other perks include live music and evening entertainment.

There’s a private beach, shops, and a convenience store. The hotel also offers an airport shuttle for transfers.

Room types:

  • Double or Twin Room with Side Sea View
  • Single Bungalow with Sea View
  • Family room
  • Bungalow Side Sea View
  • Studio
  • Deluxe Bungalow Suite with Hot Tub
  • Many more…

Wellness: Fitness, massage chair, spa/wellness packages, spa lounge/relaxation area, steam room, spa facilities, and body treatments.

Family holidays: Family room, kids’ club, strollers, outdoor play equipment for kids, board games/puzzles, and babysitting/child services.

Pets: Not allowed.

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Blue Bay Lifestyle

  • 3-Star – Bali, Rethymnon
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(Courtesy: Blue Bay Lifestyle).

Blue Bay Lifestyle is set in the gorgeous bay of Bali, on an elevated position overlooking the sea. It is close to Rethymnon and Heraklion and offers a rooftop terrace with a swimming pool and a bar.

The hotel’s bar serves refreshing drinks and cocktails during the daily happy hour on the furnished terrace overlooking the scenic bay.

You’ll find a private beach at the venue and the possibility to practice snorkeling and other water sports on-site. The hotel offers car rental services, free parking, and a shuttle service. Hypoallergenic rooms are available upon request.

Room types:

  • Double or Twin Room
  • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
  • Deluxe Room
  • Junior Suite with Sea View
  • and more…

Wellness: Hot tub and jacuzzi.

Family holidays: Family rooms

Pets: Not allowed.

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The Best Luxury Beach Resorts in Chania

Chania is the most scenic area on Crete, home to idyllic sandy beaches and stunning landscapes.

Combine those with a top-class luxury resort, and you’ll have a magnificent holiday. Check out these stunning beach resorts in Chania.

Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection- Adults Only

  • 5-Star – Agioi Apostoloi, Kato Daratso, Chania.
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(Courtesy: Domes Noruz).

Certainly, one of Chania’s top luxury resorts, Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection, is an adult-only accommodation with access to its private beach in Agioi Apostoli. Known as the first Greek resort to be awarded honoree for its interior and exterior design.

Domes Noruz features a state-of-the-art spa center and 2 pools overlooking the sea. The poolside bar also serves fine champagne and fresh seafood.

All accommodations have extended outdoor living areas, bathtubs, and a hot tub or plunge pool. The architecture is inspired by the Venetian Arsenals, with Cretan sandstone as the main building material.

Room types:

  • Upbeat Retreat Pool View with Plunge Pool
  • Upbeat Retreat Sea View with Plunge Pool
  • Wellness Loft Pool View with Whirlpool
  • Sublime Loft Sea View with Plunge Pool
  • Pure Haven Sea Front with Private Pool
  • and more…

Main characteristics: Cooking class, walking tours, beach, evening entertainment, water sports facilities (on-site), snorkeling, diving, canoeing, and free parking.

Wellness: Personal trainer, fitness classes, yoga classes, massage, beauty treatments, beauty packages, and Turkish/steam bath.

Family holidays: This adult-only accommodation is the perfect place for young couples, honeymoons, anniversary trips, or any romantic escape.

Pets: Allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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Euphoria Resort – All Inclusive

  • 5-Star – Kolymbari, Chania
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(Courtesy: Euphoria Resort)

Among my favorite places to stay in Chania, Euphoria Resort All Inclusive is the place to book for a true holiday in style! It offers accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, and a fitness center.

Their buffet breakfast is simply out of this world! Moreover, the accommodation offers a sauna and a children’s playground. The area is popular for golfing and cycling.

Guests can use the big swimming pool, aerobics classes, bike tours, and off-site cycling on the premises.

There is also tennis equipment available and the possibility to explore the nearby natural parks and landscapes (think of the impressive Samaria Gorge, for instance!) with hikes to the south coast and other organized activities. There are music shows, evening entertainment, and live performances on-site for further fun.

Room types:

  • Classic Room with Pool View
  • Classic Room – Sharing Pool
  • Suite with Side Sea View
  • Junior Suite with Pool View
  • Classic Room with Side Sea View – Sharing Pool
  • Many others…

Wellness: Yoga classes, fitness, spa lounge/relaxation area, steam room, spa facilities, nail bar, body treatment, haircut, manicure/pedicure, and beauty services

Family holidays: Playground, water park, kid’s club, strollers, kids’ TV channels, outdoor play equipment, indoor play area, books, DVDs & music for kids, board games/puzzles, and babysitting/child services.

Pets: Not allowed.

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>> Don’t forget to check out these other hotels in Chania town.

Minoa Palace Resort & Spa

  • 5-Star – Platanias, Chania
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(Courtesy: Minoa Palace Resort & Spa).

Located in the popular seaside village of Platanias, Minoa Palace Resort & Spa is a beachfront resort surrounded by a huge landscaped garden. The hotel features 4 pools, a tennis court, and a fantastic wellness center.

There is a 250-m² indoor pool, a sauna, and a hammam. Wellness treatments include aromatherapy and hot stone massages.

Among the main characteristics, the hotel has a sun terrace and private beach area, shops, a barber’s and beauty shop, and free parking facilities.

Family rooms and a bridal suite are available. Breakfast is served in the room. Facilities for guests with disabilities are available. Evening entertainment is available. Other perks include diving, cycling, bike rental, and an airport shuttle (at an additional charge).

Room types:

  • Bungalow Double or Twin Room with Garden View
  • Double or Twin Room with Pool View
  • Imperial Double Room
  • Imperial Room with Side Sea View
  • Bungalow Double or Twin Room with Private Pool
  • Imperial Double Room waterfront with and without Private Pool
  • Executive Suite
  • Many more…

Wellness: Hammam, hot tub, massage, spa and wellness center, sauna, and fitness center.

Family holidays: Board games/puzzles, babysitting/child services, family rooms.

Pets: Not allowed.

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CHC Galini Sea View

  • 5-Star – Agia Marina, Chania
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(Courtesy: CHC Galini Sea View)

Opening in 2021, CHC Galini Sea View is a comfortable and luxurious resort only 8 km from Chania Town and just 150 m from the sandy beach of Agia Marina. This 5-star accommodation features an outdoor and indoor pool, two bars, and a top-class restaurant. Guests love the sauna, the hammam, and the fitness room.

Regarding outdoor activities, it’s possible to practice water sports such as water skiing, paragliding, and scuba diving. This hotel offers a heated pool, an infinity pool, beachfront facilities, a sun terrace, and on-site watersports facilities.

There is a daily happy hour, karaoke, and themed dinner nights. Among the perks are a library, free parking facilities, and darts.

Room types:

  • Double Room with Land View
  • Double Room with Side Sea View
  • Double Room with Sea View
  • Family Room with Side Sea View – split level
  • Double Room with Sea View and Sharing Pool

Wellness: Fitness, massage chair, spa/wellness packages, steam room, spa facilities, hammam, fitness center, and sauna.

Family holidays: Board games/puzzles, and cot upon request.

Pets: Not allowed.

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Avra Imperial Hotel

  • 5-Star – Kolymbari, Chania
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(Courtesy: Avra Imperial Hotel)

Avra Imperial Hotel is a resort in Kolymbari, less than 40 minutes from the center of Chania, surrounded by 65,000 m² of gardens, with a 1,500-m² pool area and a pool bar.

The hotel has ultramodern guest rooms, some of which have a private pool or a spacious terrace with a hot tub. There’s also a spa with 10 massage rooms and a beauty salon. Guests love the Finnish sauna, the state-of-the-art gym, and the indoor pool.

The premises include a parking garage, 3 swimming pools, and a sun terrace. The beachfront hotel also offers aerobics classes, bike tours, and a shuttle service. There is a library for guests, and family rooms are available.

Room types:

  • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
  • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Shared Pool
  • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
  • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Private Pool
  • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
  • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View
  • Many more…

Wellness: Fitness, steam room, spa facilities, body treatments, hair treatments, facial treatments, hammam, hot tub/jacuzzi, spa and wellness center, fitness center, and sauna

Family holidays: Strollers, children’s television networks, baby safety gates, outdoor play equipment, indoor play area, books, DVDs, music for children, board games/puzzles, babysitting/child services, kid-friendly buffet, and kid meals.

Pets: Not allowed.

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Great Luxury Resorts in Lasithi

East Crete boasts a pristine coast both on the northern and southern coasts. Resort areas such as Elounda and others attract hundreds of tourists every year, eager to splurge on the tranquil waters of Mirabello Gulf. Check out these unique seaside resorts in the region of Lasithi in Crete. 

Daios Cove Luxury Resort & Villas

  • 5-Star – Vathy, Agios Nikolaos, Lasithi
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(Courtesy Daios Cove Luxury Resort & Villas)

The elegant Daios Cove Luxury Resort and Villas is nested on a hillside overlooking its private bay.

The resort offers 165 private seawater pools and a unique 2,500-m² spa. The high-end designed rooms have spectacular views of the sea.

There are 3 restaurants on-site, a designated smoking area, and different shops, including a gift shop, a minimarket, and a barbershop.

The hotel has a private beach and special rooms, such as a bridal suite and family rooms. There are facilities for guests with disabilities and a shuttle service for transfer.

Room types:

  • Deluxe Room with Sea View
  • Deluxe Room with Sea View and Individual Pool
  • Waterfront One-Bedroom Villa with Sea View and Private Pool
  • Deluxe Suite with Individual Pool
  • Single Suite with Sea View
  • Many more…

Wellness: The health and wellness center features a massage chair, spa lounge/relaxation area, steam room, spa facilities, light therapy, body wraps, body scrubs, and a hammam.

Family holidays: Strollers, baby safety gates, board games/puzzles, babysitting/child services, and kid-friendly buffet.

Pets: Allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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Minos Beach Art Hotel

  • 5-Star – Agios Nikolaos, Lasithi
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(Courtesy: Minos Art Beach Hotel)

Just a few meters from the center of Agios Nikolaos, Minos Art Beach Hotel is a top accommodation for a luxurious stay in Crete. Are you an art fan? Then this place will enchant you with its art gallery and temporary art exhibitions.

Besides, the Minos Beach Art Symposium displays the works of contemporary Greek and international artists. Admire the stunning works of art that adorn the hotel’s grounds.

The hotel also has an excellent health and beauty center, gardens, pools, and imposing views over the Mirabello Gulf. Amenities include complimentary parking, live music, live sports events (broadcast), shuttle services, shops, a pool, a garden, a picnic area, and an outdoor fireplace.

It is also possible to enjoy the private beach and sports such as canoeing and diving, joining bike tours, taking cooking lessons or attending classes about the local culture.

The hotel features designated smoking areas, soundproof rooms, and happy hours.

Room types:

  • Bungalow Double Room with Garden View and Sea View
  • Nature Junior Suite
  • Seafront Bungalow
  • Deluxe Bungalow with Sea View
  • Single Suite with Sea View
  • Bungalow Seafront
  • One/Two/Three-Bedroom Villas with Private Pool
  • Many more…

Wellness: Health and wellness center, footbath, spa lounge/relaxation area, steam room, light therapy, body wrap, body scrub, facial treatments, beauty services, and sauna.

Family holidays: Children’s television networks, baby safety gates, books, DVDs, music for children, and babysitting at an additional charge.

Pets: Allowed on request at no extra charge.

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Blue Palace Elounda, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Crete

  • 5-Star – Plaka, Elounda, Lasithi
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(Courtesy: Blue Palace Elounda)

At Blue Palace Elounda, guests love the state-of-the-art spa, infinity pools, tennis courts, and water sports center. Located right on the magnificent coast of Elounda, this 5-star hotel features luxurious suites and bungalows for total relaxation. Its main characteristic is the award-winning cuisine served on-site.

The hotel has a private beach, a sun terrace, a garden, a tennis court, and a swimming pool. It is also possible to use the water sports facilities on-site. Moreover, there are cooking classes, themed dinner nights, shuttle service, and delicious breakfasts served in the privacy of your room.

Room types:

  • Superior Bungalow Sea View
  • Superior Bungalow Sea View with Private Pool
  • Superior Bungalow Sea View with Private Heated Pool
  • Junior Suites with and without Private Pools
  • Maisonettes and Luxury Suites

Wellness: Personal trainer, fitness and yoga classes, spa facilities and lounge, steam room, body treatments, hairstyling, manicure and pedicure, massage, makeup services, and more.

Family holidays: Kid-friendly buffet, kid meals, babysitting/child services.

Pets: Not allowed.

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Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection

  • 5-Star – Elounda, Lasithi
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(Courtesy: Domes of Elounda)

Last but not least, the Domes of Elounda Autograph Collection is probably one of the most renowned resorts on the island.

It overlooks the magnificent Bay of Mirabello, right opposite Spinalonga Island, and only a few kilometers from Agios Nikolaos. The hotel has a private beach, shops, a library, shuttle services, and parking facilities.

There is entertainment, a library, water sports, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and the possibility to enjoy morning breakfast in your room.

Room types:

  • Premium One-Bedroom ASuite with Sea Siew
  • Premium One-Bedroom Suite with Sea View and Swimming Pool
  • Family Suite with Garden View
  • Family Suite Sea View with Outdoor Hot Tub
  • Family Suite Sea View with Private Pool
  • Luxury Two-Bedroom Residence with Private Pool and Balcony – Sea View

Wellness: Personal trainer, fitness and yoga classes, spa facilities and lounge, light therapy, body treatments, hairstyling, manicure and pedicure, massage, hammam, sauna, and more.

Family holidays: Kid-friendly buffet, kid meals, children’s playground, kids’ club, strollers, children’s television networks, baby safety gates, kids’ outdoor play equipment, indoor play area, books, DVDs, music for children, board games/puzzles, babysitting/child services with an additional charge.

Pets: Not allowed.

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Charming, stylish, luxurious. These are some of the most beautiful seaside resorts in Crete. They are perfect for a romantic escape and ideal for a relaxing holiday.

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When it’s time to plan, explore the best places to visit on Crete Island, discover my tours and activities, and be amazed at Crete’s incredible beaches. If you are exploring specific areas like Heraklion, Rethymnon, Lasithi, and Chania, I’ve got detailed guides to help you make the most of your time.

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Gabi Ancarola

I have lived in Chania, Crete, since 2016. As a local, I have an intimate knowledge of the Crete. I host culinary and concierge tours and experiences in Crete and write about the island for several travel media. During the last five years, I have helped many travelers plan the perfect holiday in Crete. I co-authored DK Eyewitness Top 10 Crete and had more glasses of frappe than any regular person could ever handle.

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