Formerly called "Candia Island", it is the largest of the country's islands and the fifth largest in the Mediterranean Sea.Β A small jewel floating on turquoise water, its white sand and polished pebble beaches are divine. Cradle of mythological tales and Greek historical events, Crete is said to have given birth to Zeus, God of Olympus, and hosted the first modern civilization on the European continent. The historical and archaeological sites are numerous and, between your sunbathing and swimming, they allow you to take spectacular breaks. Rich in heritage, the island is loved by tourists. Luxury hotels and more modest dwellings are mixed among towns with white buildings. Each city is unique, from Chania to Heraklion, you will discover a new facet of Crete.Β
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A dream vacation in an idyllic place with a thousand and one pools. The Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa is an all-adult resort with a full-service spa. It is located in Analipsi, only 5 kilometers from the town of Hersonissos and 300 meters from the fine white sandy beach. Throughout the complex, you can swim in the lagoon-like pool. Tastefully decorated and furnished, all accommodations offer direct access to the pool. Bathrobes, slippers and toiletries are provided free of charge by the hotel. On the beach you can enjoy free sunbeds protected by umbrellas. The on-site buffet restaurant is ideally located. While enjoying international dishes, you can look out over the lagoon pool and the wooden deck stretching out over the water. In the open kitchen, a selection of local specialties are prepared. The on-site restaurants serve exquisite dishes with Cretan and Mediterranean flavors. The Cabana bar offers a variety of cold drinks and light snacks. Guests can also take advantage of a range of facilities including a spa, swimming pool, outdoor sports facilities and an indoor gym. Yoga and strength training classes are offered in the gym. If you wish, you can choose a personalized training program to carry out customized exercises. Finally, Heraklion International Airport is only 15 kilometers from the hotel.
A paradisiacal environment, a careful and attentive staff and quality infrastructures, here is what your stay at Knossos Beach Bungalows Suites Resort & Spa has in store for you. Located on a white sandy beach, the hotel offers three swimming pools and three restaurants. A beach bar is available to refresh you after your swim. Equipped with deckchairs and umbrellas, you can lounge indefinitely and rest while listening to the sound of the waves. Set in beautiful gardens, the suites and bungalows are built in the typical Cycladic architecture: whitewashed walls and blue roofs. They offer a terrace with a view of the sea. Each home is air-conditioned and includes bay windows and satellite TV. Every day is a chance to relax on a deck chair by the pool, sip a drink and enjoy the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea. To maintain your health, yoga and pilates classes and a variety of massages can be arranged. The hotel's main restaurant will gladly serve you three meals a day. In the a la carte restaurant, the dΓ©cor is elegant and the dishes combine Greek flavors with creativity. At the poolside bar you can enjoy drinks and ice cream, while the main bar offers a relaxing setting and a panoramic view. To ensure a warm welcome, the reception is open 24 hours a day and the staff can speak several languages. It also provides a concierge service. On-site wifi is available free of charge throughout the premises. For parking, a free parking lot is available. Your getaway looks perfect, enough to make your friends and family jealous!
Located just a minute's walk from the beach of Agia Marina, Oscar Suites & Village is surrounded by gardens with enchanting fragrances. The hotel invites you to discover its two swimming pools, its Italian bar-restaurant and its gym. It offers studios and apartments for rent with free Wi-Fi and private balconies. These accommodations will ensure your autonomy in your meals and the organization of your days. Decorated in very colorful tones and equipped with blackout curtains for light and air conditioning, you will quickly fall under their charm. The mattresses are from the Cocomat brand and will ensure you a peaceful and restful night. All accommodations are equipped with a modern kitchenette, wardrobe, sitting area with flat-screen TV and private bathroom. On-site Valentino Pasta & Grill prepares Italian cuisine daily for lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy cocktails, light snacks and ice cream at the poolside bar. The resort also produces a breakfast buffet for guests each morning. Finally, the resort is less than ten kilometers from the picturesque town of Chania in Crete. Souda International Airport is 20 kilometers away. For your travel needs, the hotel's staff can assist you with car rentals and provides free private parking.
Nestled just a 10-minute walk from the beach, on the seafront in the Elounda area, Elounda Palm Hotel & Suites features a restaurant, lounge bar and a large outdoor pool with a bar. All rooms have balconies overlooking the hotel's Mediterranean gardens or the turquoise waters of the local golf course. They are equipped with air conditioning for hot weather and satellite TV. Some of them include a shared or private pool. Here, the privacy of our guests is a primary concern. Your comfort and well-being is a daily concern for the establishment and the staff will do everything in its power to make your stay unforgettable and magical. Every day at dawn, a copious and varied buffet breakfast is served. For lunch and dinner, the menus are mainly composed of Greek and Mediterranean dishes. Your journey is also on your plate! On-site parking is available at the hotel's free parking lot. The hotel also has a souvenir store, where you can buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Finally, you'll enjoy free Wi-Fi and air conditioning in all common areas. The hotel is only 1 kilometer from the center of Elounda and 7 kilometers from the town of Agios Nikolaos, ideal for a lively stay.Β