Top Crete Hotels with Connecting Rooms

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Traveling with a large family or a group of friends can make it challenging to find the ideal accommodation. However, on the island, there are several hotels with interconnecting rooms, (sometimes also known as adjoining rooms) that are perfect for bigger travel parties. In this article, I bring you a list of the best hotels with connecting rooms in Crete for you to choose the one that best fits your needs!


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Crete Hotels with Adjoining and Connecting Rooms

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Connecting Rooms and Adjoining Rooms… Are they the same?

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(Courtesy of Galaxy Hotel in Heraklion)

Both connecting (also known as interconnecting rooms and communicating rooms), as well as adjoining rooms, are the kind of rooms that most (large) families prefer when booking a hotel.

These rooms are also popular among groups of friends traveling together who want to stay together. According to some hotels, though, it is important to know that adjoining rooms are not the same as connecting rooms

Adjoining rooms are usually located next to one another, and to access one room it’s necessary to leave the other.

Connecting rooms, on the other hand, are also next to each other but they are connected through a dedicated door that can be locked (and might share the bathroom), and there is no need to leave the room through the main door to access the second room.

When to Choose Adjoining Rooms

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Choosing hotel rooms that are situated close to each other is perfect for groups of friends traveling together, several couples traveling in the same party, or families with older kids (young adults).

Adjoining rooms can also be located across the hall from each other, and that, in no case, are connected to each other through a door. Adjoining rooms are close but separated (either by a corridor or a wall).

These rooms are ideal for groups of friends that want to stay close to each other

When to Choose Connecting Rooms

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This picture shows a good example of connecting rooms (the door is open).

These rooms are located next to each other on the same floor of a hotel and share a connecting door (which can be closed and sometimes even locked), but you do not need to exit your room to enter the other interconnecting room

These rooms are a favorite by families as they give peace of mind to parents as well as a little privacy. A connecting room helps you make sure that your kids are sleeping (or playing) in their room without any risk.

Ok… now that you know the difference, let’s check out some of the best Crete hotels with connecting rooms preferred by families

Best Hotels with Connecting Rooms in Crete

In no particular order, these are some of the hotels in Crete with connecting rooms that I suggest checking out when it’s time to book accommodation on the island.

Kiani Beach Resort

  • Region: Chania
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Courtesy of the property.

Located in Kalyves, close to the sea, in the region of Chania, this family-friendly hotel features maisonettes and suites with interconnecting rooms.

The all-inclusive property also features a small water park with slides and a children’s pool that kids adore! There’s also a pirate ship playground and an open theater that features shows for the whole family

On the premises, there are 2 pools, a sea-view restaurant, and a tennis court.

>> Click here for more information and to get the latest prices.

Mitsis Laguna Resort & Spa – All Inclusive

  • Region: Heraklion
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Located in Hersonissos, on the northern coast of Heraklion, this is another family-friendly, all-inclusive hotel in Crete with interconnecting rooms.

The hotel is situated on Anissaras pebble beach and it features sports and leisure facilities such as a free-access tennis court, a mini soccer field, and a spa center. There are 5 pools, including a seawater pool, a freshwater pool with a slide, and a complex of 3 pools.

Interconnecting rooms and bungalows feature air-conditioned, LCD satellite TVs, a mini-bar, and a Nespresso coffee machine. There are 7 restaurants on-site and 5 bars.

For children, there is a full entertainment program, a children’s pool with water slides, an outdoor playground, and a playroom.

>> Click here for more information and to get the latest prices.

Galaxy Hotel Iraklio

  • Region: Heraklion
Galaxy Hotel - POOL - HERAKLION
Courtesy of the property.

I’ve stayed at this enchanting city hotel in Heraklion and my kids loved it! They offer special treats and unique details for children that can make all the difference!

The hotel is in an elegant quarter in Heraklion, just steps from the heart of town, and it offers 2 gourmet restaurants, a free wellness center, and a large freshwater pool.

Air-conditioned rooms are equipped with pure Egyptian cotton linen and hypoallergenic rooms are also available.

>> Click here for more information and to get the latest prices.

Apollonia Beach Resort & Spa

  • Region: Heraklion
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Situated on the beach of Ammoudara, a few minutes from the center of town, this family-friendly hotel features connecting rooms that are ideal if you travel with small kids.

The hotel sits on a private beach area and it features 1 indoor and 3 outdoor pools, 2 children’s pools, 3 slides, 2 tennis courts, and a wellness center. There are also 4 on-site restaurants and a pool snack bar.

The rooms and suites have a balcony, most enjoying side sea views, and come with a smart TV and a mini fridge.

The resort’s spa includes a fitness room, a sauna, and a hammam. The on-site entertainment staff organizes various activities, games, and shows throughout the day.

>> Click here for more information and to get the latest prices.

Grecotel LUX ME White Palace – All Inclusive

  • Region: Rethymnon
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Courtesy of the property.

A beautiful hotel near Rethymnon, in the lively village of Adelianos Kampos, featuring adjoining and interconnecting rooms, this venue lies right on a sandy beach and offers a unique holiday concept combining great design, 24/7 concierge service, fine dining, activities, and entertainment.

Each of the elegantly decorated rooms and bungalows offers views over the sea or the garden. On-site, guests can choose among a wide variety of dining options including a Mediterranean buffet-style restaurant, a Greek taverna, a poolside Italian restaurant, and a Guest Restaurant with Lebanese Cuisine.

Kids can enjoy the 1-km-long sand and pebble coastline or the 17 pools including one specially designed for children. Children will love the entertainment programs and the Aqua Park as well as the resort’s traditional farm and mini zoo.

>> Click here for more information and to get the latest prices.

Sunshine Crete Beach

  • Region: Lasithi
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Located in Koutsounari, not far from the city of Ierapetra, on the southern coast of the island, this hotel features rooms with communicating bedrooms for families and friends traveling together.

The beachfront property has a spa center and 4 swimming pools, a restaurant, a water park, and a seasonal outdoor pool. The property features evening entertainment and a kids’ club as well as a dedicated playground.

All rooms have air conditioning and are open to a balcony or terrace.

For further entertainment, the hotel offers table tennis and mini-golf, tennis courts, beach volley, and watersports are also available.

>> Click here for more information and to get the latest prices.

Civitel Akali Hotel

  • Region: Chania
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Courtesy of the property.

Featuring family suites with seating areas and comfortable bedrooms, this is another Crete hotel with communicating rooms, this time a few steps from the old town of Chania.

The hotel is also close to Nea Chora Beach and it offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and a balcony, a swimming pool, and a lovely furnished courtyard with a snack bar.

Breakfast consists of a buffet, with a great variety of hot and cold dishes and seasonal fruit salads. The restaurant also serves traditional Cretan cuisine while the hotel’s indoor bar features an open fireplace and a stone archway.

>> Click here for more information and to get the latest prices.

Albatros Spa & Resort Hotel

  • Region: Heraklion
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Courtesy of the property.

This hotel is in the village of Hersonissos, about 5 km from the center, and it offers 5-star accommodation with connecting rooms only 20 meters from the beach. It has a swimming pool, a wellness center, and 2 restaurants.

Parents will love the Euphoria spa offering massages and facial treatments, a manicure, a hot tub, steam baths, a sauna, and a gym.

Guests will be able to participate in wine tasting and Greek cooking lessons while there is also a relaxing seaside café bar.

>> Click here for more information and to get the latest prices.

Creta Maris Resort

  • Region: Heraklion
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Courtesy of the property.

Featuring beautiful connecting rooms and suites dedicated to families, the hotel located in Hersonissos, right by the sea is an excellent place for a summer vacation with the kids.

This is an all-inclusive property, offering a green-oriented environment with 10 outdoor and 1 heated indoor swimming pool, 5 children’s swimming pools, a waterpark, an open-air cinema, various sports facilities, a diving center, a fitness center, a children’s playground.

Spacious rooms come with comfortable armchairs, a mini-bar, tea and coffee-making facilities, as well as balconies or verandas. A

Children can enjoy their own pools, game rooms, and a playground. There is a baby room with toys and a kids’ club and a teenagers’ club.

>> Click here for more information and to get the latest prices.

As you can see, there are many interesting options when it comes to hotels with connecting rooms in Crete, they are located in every region, and also feature incredible amenities for families which – in the end – are the ones often seeking out hotels with communicating rooms.


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About the author of this blog:

Gabi Ancarola | The Tiny Book

Gabi Ancarola

Gabi has been living in Crete for the last six years. On the island, she juggles being a solo mom, hosting culinary tours in summer, translating, and freelance writing for several travel blogs.
She’s written for Greek Reporter, published several travel guides about Greece, and had more glasses of frappe than any regular person could ever handle.

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