We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Heraklio, 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 Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated January 2024.
Resort.Popular among couples. Offering a spa centre with a range of services, Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa is set in the Analipsi district, 5 km from Hersonissos and 300 metres from the sandy beach. It features a lagoon-style pool stretching along the resort. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 15 km from Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa. Beautifully styled and impeccably furnished, all accommodation options offer direct access to the unique lagoon- style pool.For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. Free sunbeds and umbrellas are provided at the beach. The International cuisine buffet restaurant is situated in an idyllic location overlooking the Resort pool and a wooden deck, extending over the water. Experience the delicious selection of specialties from "Show Cooking" as well as an extensive choice of desserts and seasonal fruits. Exquisite Mediterranean and Cretan cuisine can be also enjoyed at the resort's restaurants, while Cabana bar offers an abundance of refreshing drinks and light snacks. A host of recreational services such as Spa, swimming pool, sport facilities and fitness centre are also available. At the fitness center yoga courses and TRX courses are available in different levels of difficulty. For those who need “tailored” exercise, personal training is the perfect solution.Show full description
This luxurious resort is like a paradise with beautiful pools and stunning architecture. It has a wide selection of delicious food and drinks, including a la carte restaurants and a buffet.
Resort.Elegant. Unique. Nestled in a private beach in Hersonissos, Nana Princess Suites Villas & Spa boasts a state-of-the-art Health Club & Spa centre, 3 restaurants and 2 outdoor swimming pools. Guests can choose amongst a sumptuous collection of 102 suites and villas, each one with unique design and modern appliances. The luxurious bathroom in every suite and villa is stocked with a rain shower and separate bath. A wide collection of luxury goods and items can be purchased at the "Good Life" mini-mall, situated in the main building of Nana Princess. Almost all accommodations boast a private swimming pool and spacious outdoor areas where guests can enjoy mesmerising Cretan Sea views. Some suites and villas come with a sauna, detoxifying steam areas or private gym area. Guests may taste a variety of fine dining options inspired by Cretan cuisine, Mediterranean flavours and international dishes in all 3 restaurants. Signature cocktails and refreshing drinks can be enjoyed at the on-site bars. Nana Princess Suites Villas & Spa also boasts a cigar lounge and shisha bar. The Royal Wellness Club and Royal Fitness Club, along with the calming indoor pool, invite guests to indulge themselves in a very discreet environment where holistic therapies can be enjoyed. Beauty treatments and hairdressing services ensure that guests feel pampered and genuinely rejuvenated. It shares some sports facilities with its sister property including tennis court, beach volley, mini soccer and children's animation programs and shows. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 23 km from the property.Show full description
Nana Princess Suites Villas & Spa is a luxurious hotel in Hersonissos, Crete. It has beautifully designed suites and villas, a state-of-the-art spa, multiple restaurants, and outdoor swimming pools with sea water.
Unique. Lovely property. Great views. Popular among couples. 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
One of the most UNIQUE AND AUTHENTIC boutique hotels in Heraklio. It also has outstanding views.
Resort.Elegant. Great views. Abaton Island Resort & Spa is set on a stunning location in Hersonissos. Individually and beautifully designed to reflect the styles and influences of its surroundings, the Resort features a remarkable collection of luxurious guestrooms, suites and villas. Free WiFi is available throughout. Beautifully styled and impeccably furnished, all accommodation options offer either an outdoor terrace or private pool or an outdoor hot tub. Dazzling and spacious with every modern amenity, accommodation is secluded in a residential environment within magnificently landscaped grounds. With 5 unique venues, you are invited to embark on a journey of culinary discovery through legendary flavors and bold creativity mainly inspired by the authentic Cretan cuisine. The main bar “Ladies & Gentlemen” is an ideal place to unwind during sunset and a great place to enjoy pre- or post-dinner drinks. The Buddha Beach Bar is an elegant beachside bar where beverages and wines are complemented by a selection of light snacks and inspired platters. The mood is laid back, with sophisticated chill out lounge music. Heraklion International Airport is 22 km from Abaton Island Resort & Spa.Show full description
Delightful property. Charming. Great interior design. Popular among women. 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
Manili Boutique Suites & Villas is a charming hotel in the heart of a village. It has spacious villas with kitchens for guests to cook their own meals. The hotel has a beautiful garden, BBQ area, and courtyard for relaxation.
Stylish. Great location. Great value. Casa Blu Boutique Hotel "by Checkin" Adults Only features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Hersonissos. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy garden views. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Casa Blu Boutique Hotel "by Checkin" Adults Only each room includes bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, vegetarian or vegan options. Limenas Hersonissou Beach is 1.4 km from the accommodation, while Glaros Beach is 2.2 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 21 km from Casa Blu Boutique Hotel "by Checkin" Adults Only, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Trendy. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. Located in the midst of rich med nature, along a secluded sandy beach in Malia Village, Cretan Malia Park is a family-friendly resort, that features a sandy beach, long river pool, a main swimming pool, heated pool for the shoulder season and a children's pool. The stylish hotel includes 4 restaurants and offers a variety of activities from relaxing treatments at Cute Spa, such as yoga, meditation sessions and pilates classes to basketball, volleyball and biking. Free WiFi access is provided throughout. Elegantly decorated with tiled floors, custom-made furnishings and artwork, the light-filled rooms, bungalows and suites of Cretan Malia Park are equipped with refrigerators, air conditioning, safe and a Smart TV. Each unit features a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and free toiletries based on Greek bio olive oil. Scales, bathrobes, slippers and magnifying mirrors are available in all rooms. Guests can start their day with a Mediterranean or Cretan breakfast including various cheese types, homemade pies and honey. For lunch, guests can now choose between a la carte dining in the Mediterraneo Restaurant, Italian cuisine at Almyra, tapas at the Beach Shack and levantine cuisine at the new poolside MEZZE. For dinner, guests can choose between the Mediterraneo Restaurant, Mouries Cretan Restaurant, Almyra Italian Restaurant, Mezze restaurant and The Beach Shack. An upgraded selection of wine and beverages is available. The hotel's entertainment team provides Greek cookery as well as evening shows, fun and games. The younger guests can spend their time at the Little Explorers kid's club, baking, gardening or performing, at the playground or the kid's pool. For teenagers, The Place offers cinema screenings, hot tub fun and lounging in hammocks. Labeled as a bike-friendly hotel, Cretan Malia Park also provides bike rental services. Guests may cycle around the hotel and through nearby villages and explore at their own pace the wild beauty of Crete. Other facilities include the Bostani-organic kitchen garden where pop-up garden dinners are hosted every week, and 4 bars: The Beach Shack, The Crush – a coffee & sweets corner, the Melissi Bar and the new Kafenio that serves traditional Greek coffee and Cretan mezze. The beachfront is extensive and runs for about 5 km, between Stalida and Malia. The centre of the lively Malia lies within 2.5 km from Cretan Malia Park, while Heraklion International Airport is at a distance of 34 km.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great value. Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience is located in the centre of the popular and traditional Koutouloufari Village, just 1 km from Hersonissos. The resort is amphitheatrically built consisting of 15 buildings and 105 suites of various types and options as private hot tubs, private pools, sea view rooms and suites. The 3 lifts and the 2 airlifts provide comfortable access to all suites and public areas. The resort features 3 main pools which are heated during specific low seasons (01 / 04-15 / 05 & 01 / 10-30 / 11). The Activity Pool is equipped with hydro massage jets and next to the Activity pool there is a Kids pool. The Main Pool is only for adults. There is also a spa centre of 100m2, an outdoor gazebo of 30m2 and an open air mini gym corner. In the most central point of the resort, a guest relation team is taking care of all demands and requests of guests including excursions, car / moto rental and special occasions like honeymoon, anniversary, and birthday- packages. Within the resort area there is one main restaurant (breakfast & dinner), one Snack Bar "Lemoni" and one traditional Tavern the "Monastery Traditional Tavern" with Cretan cuisine a la carte restaurant.Show full description
Beautiful. Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. Crete Golf Club Hotel is situated at The Crete Golf Club, an 18-hole Championship course in Hersonissos, 1.8 km from Aquaworld Aquarium and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. 2 km from Labyrinth Park, the hotel features a fitness centre and a garden. The restaurant serves European cuisine. All units in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Rooms have a private bathroom with a bath, private ultra high speed WiFi, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms at Crete Golf Club Hotel come with a seating area. A à la carte breakfast is available daily at the property. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide guidance on what to do in the area. Water City is 2.2 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport.Show full description
This boutique hotel has very cosy rooms and great affordability.
Boutique hotel.Great location. Set in Malia, 300 metres from Ikaros and Kernos Beach, AneSea Hotel offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. 700 metres from Alexander Beach and 1.4 km from Central Malia Beach, the property features a terrace and a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel all rooms have air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Every room includes a coffee machine, while some rooms also offer a balcony and others also have mountain views. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. A buffet breakfast is available every morning at AneSea Hotel. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 4-star hotel. Tropical Beach is 2.9 km from the accommodation, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 20 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 28 km from AneSea Hotel.Show full description
Resort.Great views. 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
Hip. Very stylish. Comfortable beds.Opened September 2021. Featuring a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, Pagopoieion - Adults Only Suites is located in the centre of Heraklio Town, 2.5 km from Amoudara Beach. This 4-star hotel offers room service, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The Palace of Knossos is 6.8 km from the hotel and Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 17 km away. At the hotel each room is equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Pagopoieion - Adults Only Suites all rooms have bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Venetian Walls and Municipal Art Gallery. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 3 km from Pagopoieion - Adults Only Suites.Show full description
One of the most WELL DESIGNED AND STYLISH boutique hotels in Heraklio. It also has super comfortable beds and a great location!
Boutique hotel.Cool. Popular among couples. Featuring a magnificent outdoor pool and a restaurant, the 5-star NEMA Design Hotel & Spa - Adults Only offers accommodation in Analipsi of Hersonissos. The resort features a private sandy beach. Free WiFi is available in all areas. All air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a TV, fridge and safety box. Every room includes a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Only 2 km from the centre of Hersonissos, a place popular for the lively nightlife, the waterslide beach, bars, sports and extreme sports, bungee jumping, carts and shopping centres, close to the beach. A supermarket can be found at a distance of 20 metres, while a bus station is 300 metres away. Aquaworld Aquarium is 5 km away and the nearest airport is Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, 15 km from the property.Show full description
Resort.Charming. Comfortable beds. Situated right on the sandy beach of Stalida, the 5-star I- Resort Beach Hotel offers elegantly decorated rooms. It includes a spa centre and 2 restaurants. The air-conditioned rooms of I- Resort Beach Hotel Lounge feature parquet floors and light wood furnishings. They come with a satellite LCD TV, minibar and hairdryer. All rooms have balconies, while most of them enjoy Cretan Sea views. The 2 pools have wooden decks with free sun loungers and umbrellas. Facilities include 2 restaurants, as well as 2 bars, the main and the pool bar. I- Resort Beach Hotel is a few minutes’ walk from the centre of Stalida. Heraklion airport is at 35 km. Free private on-site parking is available. There is no ATM on the property but nearby.Show full description
Resort. 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
Highly elegant. Unique. Good breakfast.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
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Heraklio.
Historic property. 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
I think this is one of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Heraklio. It also has a highly rated breakfast, a popular rooftop bar and a unique rooftop pool.
Luxury Hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Commanding an enviable location in Malia, the Ikaros Beach Luxury Resort & Spa offers a private sandy beach, 4 swimming pools and delicate dishes of Greek and International cuisines. The Ikaros Beach rooms are stone-built and offer views to the sea or the gardens. The branded spa offers a range of luxury treatments from expert therapists. The spacious rooms are modern, with stylish furnishings. Malia resort is within walking distance, with many shops, cafes and restaurants. Heraklion International Airport is 33 km away from the hotel. It is a 30-minute drive to Heraklion and Agios Nikolaos. Free shuttle service to Star Beach Water Park is provided.Show full description
Opened October 2021. Sigma59 Dine & Stay is conveniently situated in Hersonissos, and features a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. At the hotel each room comes with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room is fitted with a coffee machine, while certain rooms include a balcony and others also offer city views. At Sigma59 Dine & Stay every room comes with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. Popular points of interest near Sigma59 Dine & Stay include Limenas Hersonissou Beach, Glaros Beach and Golden Beach. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 21 km from the hotel.Show full description
Charming. Relaxing atmosphere. Great breakfast. Popular among couples.Opened June 2020. Located in Hersonissos, 400 metres from Analipsi Beach, Aqua Blu "Adults Only" - "by Checkin" provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 4-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is allergy-free and is situated less than 1 km from Anissaras Main Beach. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Aqua Blu "Adults Only" - "by Checkin" every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free options. FKK Naturist Beach is 2.1 km from the accommodation, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 20 km from Aqua Blu "Adults Only" - "by Checkin", and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I think this is the most relaxing and romantic luxury hotel in Heraklio.
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