We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Crete, Greece. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated January 2024.
Creative. Great value. Cosy rooms. Set in an area of 28 acres, this resort combines the fine facilities of a luxurious hotel with the authenticity of Cretan tradition and the wild beauty of the island. Delina Mountain Resort is located 1 km away from Anogia village, on the road towards Nida at an altitude of 910 metres. Take advantage of the hotel's prime location to explore the natural landscapes of the island every season of the year. Delina Mountain Resort offers its services for pleasant moments of relaxation and rejuvenation. Specially decorated rooms which emit a sense of calmness and cleanliness are waiting for you to repel the intensity of everyday routine.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most CREATIVE central luxury hotel in Crete.
Opened May 2023. Ethereal White Resort has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Heraklio Town. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 300 metres from Morosini Fountain, 300 metres from Municipal Art Gallery and 400 metres from Loggia. Ethereal White Resort offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel the rooms have air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a balcony with a city view. Every room is equipped with a safety deposit box and selected rooms also boast pool views. All rooms in Ethereal White Resort are fitted with a coffee machine and an iPad. The accommodation offers a buffet or American breakfast. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Venetian Walls, Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Historical Μuseum of Crete. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 3 km from Ethereal White Resort.Show full description
Nice style. Elegant. Great views. Acro Suites - A Wellbeing Resort has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and shared lounge in Agia Pelagia. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the bar. The rooms come with a private bathroom, while selected rooms also feature a terrace and others also feature a sea view. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Chinese, Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near Acro Suites - A Wellbeing Resort include Mononaftis Beach, Psaromoura Beach and Agia Pelagia Beach. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 28 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Very central. Superb breakfast. Rooftop bar. Built in 1925 and classified as a monument, the GDM Megaron is located in the heart of Heraklion, overlooking the old Venetian port and within walking distance of all the major sights of the city. This prestigious hotel offers fine dining, a health club and a rooftop plunge pool. The bathrooms are equipped with a TV, a telephone, a hairdryer, slippers, bathrobes and luxury toiletries. Guests also benefit from free parking. The 58 elegantly decorated rooms and suites feature the latest facilities such as private telephone line with voice mail, satellite TV, complimentary WiFi, safe, mini fridge, soundproof windows, sprinklers and smoke detectors. Additional amenities, such as spa bath, are provided in some rooms and suites. The “Plaza Café” is a casual, all day, all-purpose indoor café ideal for enjoying your breakfast, lunch, dinner or just a cup of coffee overlooking the old port. “The Living Room” lounge is the ideal sitting area located between the two atriums of the hotel, providing a TV corner and a library. “The Megaron 5th” Bar Restaurant is located on the top floor, offering the city’s most stunning views of the old Venetian port and the Aegean Sea. It provides a unique combination of an excellent location, lounge music and contemporary Cretan cuisine with carefully selected dishes prepared by the hotel’s artisan Chef. “The Megaron 5th” is open only during the summer season. The Health Club on the 4th floor, exclusively reserved for hotel guests, is equipped with a variety of fitness equipment as well as a steam bath, a hot tub, a massage table and a sauna with colour and music therapy. The sun beds and umbrellas by the pool area on the roof are perfect for relaxing after a busy day. The GDM Megaron staff is at guests’ disposal around the clock, providing twice daily maid service, room service and courteous concierge assistance. Well-equipped meeting rooms are the ideal venue for meetings whether it is a seminar, a cocktail reception, a gala dinner or even an exhibition. GDM Megaron is located in the heart of Heraklion's business and shopping district, within walking distance of the Archaeological and the Historical Museum. Heraklion Port is 2 km away, while Heraklion International Airport is within 5 km of the hotel.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a popular rooftop bar, a unique rooftop pool and a cool rooftop restaurant!
Stylish. Creative. Great location. Located in Archanes, Crete, Manili Boutique Suites & Villas offers breakfast included accommodation with free WiFi. All villas and suites will provide you with a TV, air conditioning, kitchenette and private bathrooms with spacious showers. There are 2 outdoor pools, shared barbeque facilities, as well as fine dining and local delicacies at Manili Bistro. Heraklion International Airport is located 12 km from the property. Free private, on-site parking is possible.Show full description
Opened January 2023. Dimargio Luxury Hotel & Spa features a fitness centre, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Heraklio Town. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Dimargio Luxury Hotel & Spa provides certain rooms that include a balcony, and the rooms come with a kettle. Popular points of interest near Dimargio Luxury Hotel & Spa include Venetian Walls, Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Cultural Conference Centre of Heraklion. The property is 400 metres from the city centre and 2.4 km from Amoudara Beach. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At the accommodation every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. There is an on-site bar and guests can also make use of the business area. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 4 km from the hotel.Show full description
Highly elegant. Great restaurant.Opened December 2020. Castello Infinity Suites - Adults Only in Agia Pelagia has a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a garden. The hotel has a terrace and private heated plunged pools with hydromassage. At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a balcony. At Castello Infinity Suites - Adults Only, every room includes air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. A à la carte breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Heraklio Town is 13 km from the accommodation, while Hersonissos is 35 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 16 km from the property. The hotel has a terrace and private heated plunged pools with hydromassage which subject to outside temperatures and weather conditions for months April, May, October.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Crete.
Central. Cool. Great views. Palazzo Greco offers an outdoor pool and elegant rooms with the charm of a boutique hotel. Its hillside location boasts stunning views of Mediterranean Sea and Mountain of Ideon. It is located in Agia Galini, on the south coast of Crete. All Palazzo Greco rooms are equipped with power showers, air conditioning and satellite TV. Rooms are painted in light green and light blue, for you to choose the one that best suits your mood. Most rooms have a sea view. Focal point of the Palazzo, is the large outdoor pool with breathtaking panoramic view. In the hotel area you will also find a breakfast room, café-bar, a Satellite TV room. Guests are provided with free private parking and free Wi-Fi internet access. Walking distance from the beach, this 4-star hotel is located a 1-hour drive from Heraklion International Airport. Opposite of the hotel, is a free car parking for all Palazzo Greco customers. Filled with history, the island also offers many archaeological sites, such as Faestos, Gortys and Kommos. In town, on the other hand, you will have the chance to find excellent restaurants and bars.Show full description
Trendy. Great views. Great restaurant. The Seaside A Lifestyle Resort - Adults Only houses 3 a la carte restaurants, a spa, 2 sweet-water pools and 3 pool bars. Due to its elevated position, it offers panoramic sea views. Mononaftis Beach is at 80 metres. The air-conditioned rooms have private furnished terraces or balconies with land or sea views. Standard amenities include 32-40 inch satellite TVs and amenities for tea and coffee making. Upgrades include rooms with sharing pools and panoramic sea views. With 3 restaurants, the Seaside A Lifestyle Resort covers a wide range of cuisines including Cretan, Asian and International. The main restaurant’s highlights include show cooking and its large sea-view veranda. Drinks are available from the lobby bar and pool bars."For every 3 nights of stay guests are entitled to one free meal in one of our a la carte restaurants." Sports and leisure facilities include a fitness center, yoga & pilates shala area, as well as tennis and table tennis facilities. The spa features an indoor pool, sauna, hammam and hydrotherapy pools. Guests also benefit from free internet access in public hotel areas. Located in Agia Pelagia in Crete, the Seaside A Lifestyle Resort - Adults Only is situated 22 km west of Heraklion Airport and 18 km west of Heraklion city centre. Parking on site is free.Show full description
Central. Good breakfast. Great location. Located in Heraklion's elegant district, this 5-star hotel offers 2 gourmet restaurants, a free wellness centre and a large freshwater pool. Luxurious rooms feature balconies with pool and city views. Air-conditioned rooms are equipped with pure Egyptian cotton linen and pure wellness or hypoallergenic rooms are available. Some units feature whirlpools. Vetri Restaurant serves an American buffet breakfast prepared with fresh, local ingredients and Cretan cuisine. Per Se Lounge offers casual meals, wines and cocktails. The Pool Deck serves light meals and drinks. Every Friday between May and October, a live music event is hosted at Galaxy Iraklio Hotel. Room service is available with additional in-room dishes. Galaxy also includes a state-of-the-art conference centre, with 9 fully equipped halls and a total capacity of 1000 persons. Galaxy Hotel’s Wellness Club is open 24 hours a day and its use is free to all guests. It includes a state-of-the-art gym and an all-marble steam room. Guests of Galaxy Iraklio Hotel are within a 10-minute walk from the city centre and shopping and historic attractions. Knossos archaeological site is a 10-minute drive. Heraklion International Airport is at 5 km. Staff at the 24-hour reception can arrange tickets and car rentals. Free public parking is possible on site.Show full description
Super central. Cool. Cosy rooms. Located in the heart of Heraklio Town, Legacy Gastro Suites is a 5-star hotel with a design inspired by the urban decor of the 50s. The hotel has an all-day restaurant serving a selection of original Greek recipes based on local ingredients, and offers suites with a balcony overlooking the sea. Drawing inspiration from the artistic heritage of Nikos Kazantzakis, Vincezos Kornaros and Domenikos Theotokopoulos, the suites combine classical decor with modern amenities. Each includes a seating area, a desk and a flat-screen TV. A food station supplied with traditional Greek products and a selection of Greek wine and spirits can be found inside the suites. Guests can start their day with a la carte breakfast served daily in the dining area, while they can also enjoy breakfast in the privacy of their suites at extra charge. Legacy Gastro Suites also offers a bicycle rental service and a business centre. Speaking German, Greek and English at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always at hand to help. Municipal Museum of the Battle of Crete and the National Resistance is a 4-minute walk from the hotel, while Venetian Walls are 400 metres away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 4 km from the property.Show full description
This boutique hotel has very cosy rooms and a great location in Heraklio Town!
Located right across the street from a sandy beach, Ikones Seafront Luxury Suites offers a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant. Ikones Seafront Luxury Suites offers air-conditioned accommodation. Ikones Seafront Luxury Suites also includes a sun terrace. Fortezza Castle is at 4 km. Rooms feature a satellite TV. Some units have a terrace and/or balcony with sea views. Each unit is fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Towels are offered. Free WiFi is available throughout. Chania Town is 62 km from the property, while Chania International Airport is 72 km from the property.Show full description
Standing right on the shore of the Cretan Sea, Nana Golden Beach All Inclusive Resort & Spa is an elegant and peaceful complex boasting 7 pools a Spa centre, 1 Main Restaurant & 7 a la carte Restaurants. Free WiFi is available in lobby area and free, on-site parking is provided. The Nana Golden Beach All Inclusive Resort & Spa is a large hotel complex featuring 500 rooms, shared between the family rooms and the hotel's bungalows. Each comfortable and modern room enjoys views of the garden and the pool from its balcony or terrace. The all-inclusive Nana Golden Beach proposes a rich buffet served at the main restaurant. Guests have the possibility to join and dine in each one of the 7 a la carte restaurants, Italian, Greek, Asian, Japanese, Meat & Fish restaurant as well as fine dinning (choice of the restaurant upon availability) and depending always from the weather conditions. During a week stay, you can dine in a maximum of three (different) of our seven a la carte restaurants. The hotel’s extensive facilities provide guests with the chance to practise numerous sports, including table tennis, beach volleyball, basketball, archery, aerobics, aqua gym and billiards. Diving and water sports are also available upon charge. The facilities and services also include day and evening entertainment programs, the children’s area and the Miniclub with an extensive programme of activities for kids. Ready for a wet and wild ride? Discover the Nana Water Park at the Nana Golden Beach Hotel in Crete! Experience the ultimate water fun with a variety of slides, pools and splashing activities. Perfect for families or an unforgettable day out with friends. Free entry for our guests! Space Bowl, Black Hole , Aquatube Slide, Hill Slide, Body Slide, Multi Slide. The hotel is 3 km from the village of Hersonissos and 30 km from Heraklion Town. Also within easy reach are the towns of Malia and Agios Nikolaos, with the bus stopping at the entrance of our hotel.Show full description
Fodele Beach Water Park Resort is a luxury, all-inclusive resort with a seafront location on the sandy beach of Fodele, on Crete's northern coast. Featuring a water park, the hotel also has 3 swimming pools, 3 restaurants and meeting facilities. A tennis court and a fully equipped fitness centre are also included on site. All rooms are spacious, air conditioned, with a light contemporary decor and tiled or parquet floors. Each comes equipped with a cable TV, in-room safe and phone. Free WiFi is provided Guests can relax with a full-body massage, enjoy a refreshing dip in one of the pools or lounge on the sunny terraces enjoying the sea views. Younger guests can spend their time at the water park or at the kids club available on site. Beach towels are also offered to guests free of charge. Fodele Beach Hotel has 3 restaurants, offering a selection of cuisines that range from Greek to French and from traditional fresh fish to Italian. Drinks, coffees and a selection of cocktails can also be enjoyed at the poolside bars. The hotel is 28 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum and 25 km from Heraklion International Airport. Free private parking is provided on site, while extra services include a 24-hour front desk and concierge.Show full description
Very clean. Right on its private area of Amnisos Beach with free sun loungers, Unique Blue! Resort and Villas Adults Only features an outdoor pool. Facilities include a fitness room with hammam. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Bright and spacious, all air-conditioned rooms open to a balcony with views over the Cretan Sea or the hotel’s garden. Each includes a mini fridge and TV with satellite channels. The private bathroom is fitted with bathrobes, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Enjoying panoramic views of the Cretan Sea, the main restaurant of Unique Blue! Resort and Villas Adults Only serves Greek and international dishes in buffet style. Drinks and snacks are prepared at the beach bar. For leisure moments, there is a games room with billiards. Small gifts and the essentials can be found at the on-site mini market. Unique Blue! Resort and Villas Adults Only is located 5 km from Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport and 7 km from the city of Heraklion. Free, private parking is provided on site.Show full description
Hip. Very stylish. Friendly staff.Opened January 2022. Facing the beachfront, Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels offers 5-star accommodation in Rethymno Town and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a terrace and a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All rooms are equipped with a kettle, while some rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with city views. At Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels every room comes with bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the property. Guests can enjoy the spa and wellness centre, take a dip into the indoor pool, organise trips at the tour desk, or rent a car to explore the surroundings. Rethymno Beach is a few steps from the accommodation, while Platanes Beach is 2.8 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 74 km from Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels.Show full description
The coolest and most stylish central luxury hotel in Crete. It also has AMAZING STAFF.
Very clean. Comfortable beds. Set on a gentle hill, with a panoramic view of Agia Galini bay, 4-star Paralos Irini Mare is only 50 metres from a pebble beach and a 10-minute walk from Agia Galini centre. It features 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, while a pool bar is situated amidst the Mediterranean garden. Bright and airy, the rooms are air conditioned and have a bathroom with hairdryer. A fridge is included and the TV comes with satellite channels. Most balconies and terraces offer a view to the sea. A complimentary bottle of water upon arrival is offered. Paralos Irini Mare serves a rich breakfast buffet including fresh fruit and a cooking station where eggs and pancakes are prepared. The air-conditioned restaurant serves a Greek dinner buffet with cooking stations for salads, pasta or pizza and local and vegetarian dishes using locally sourced olive oil. Lunchtime snacks are available at the pool bar. On-site sports facilities include tennis and table tennis. A children’s freshwater pool and a playground are featured in the garden. A library and a satellite TV corner are also available. The multilingual staff are always at your disposal, and will be glad to help you with car rental or area information. Safes are available to hire through reception. Parking at the hotel is free.Show full description
Creative. Elegant. Great value.Opened February 2022. Set in Adelianos Kampos, 200 metres from Beach Adelianos Kampos, Amira Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Offering a bar, the property is located within 1.8 km of Platanes Beach. Amira Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only provides certain units with sea views, and all rooms are fitted with a balcony. At Amira Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only you will find a restaurant serving Belgian, Greek and Italian cuisine. The hotel features an indoor pool, sauna, evening entertainment and room service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. At the accommodation all rooms come with bed linen and towels. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The hotel offers a hammam. You can play table tennis at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include German, Greek, English and French. Pirgos Beach is 2.5 km from Amira Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only, while Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 7.8 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 74 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Creative. Stylish. Very clean. Situated right across the beach of Ammoudara, Enorme Teatro Beach has a bar and offers rooms and suites with a Nespresso coffee machine and facilities for making coffee and tea. Guests benefit from free sun beds on the beach and at the pool. Enorme Teatro Beach are bright and spacious with a private balcony and air conditioning. They are equipped with a 42'' satellite LED TV and some of them feature a sofa. Only 4 km from Heraklion, Enorme Teatro Beach guests enjoy easy access to restaurants, bars, night clubs and shops. The Palace of Knossos, the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete, is 12 km away and the archaeological Museum of Crete is at 8 km. Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport is 12 km away from Pelagos. The picturesque fishing village of Agia Pelagia is within a 10-minute drive. Private parking is provided on site free of charge.Show full description
Situated in Hersonissos, 1.2 km from Analipsi Beach, Paradise Island Villas features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared lounge and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. You can play tennis at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and snorkelling. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, an oven, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a hot tub. Paradise Island Villas provides some units that have a balcony, and each room comes with a kettle. At the accommodation the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Paradise Island Villas offers a children's playground. Anissaras Main Beach is 1.8 km from the hotel, while FKK Naturist Beach is 2.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 18 km from Paradise Island Villas.Show full description
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