The Best Five
Star Hotels in Heraklio

Resort. Romantic. 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

Boutique hotel. Hip. Popular among women. 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

Luxury Hotel. Cosy rooms. Opened November 2020. Located in Hersonissos, 500 metres from Analipsi Beach, Lyttos Mare provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. Featuring a kids' club, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a terrace. You can play table tennis and darts at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. 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 and a private bathroom with a shower. All rooms are equipped with a kettle, while some rooms are equipped with a balcony and others also offer sea views. At Lyttos Mare each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. A buffet, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The accommodation offers a children's playground. Aposelemis Beach is 2.4 km from Lyttos Mare, while Anissaras Main Beach is 2.4 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 17 km from the hotel. Show full description

Resort. Luxurious. 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. 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. The luxurious bathroom in every suite and villa is stocked with a rain shower and separate bath. 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

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

Luxury Hotel. Superb breakfast. Vasia Boulevard is centrally located in Hersonissos and offers rooms with views to the picturesque port, a bar, and a café. A bus stop is 100 metres away. All the en suite rooms of the hotel Vasia Boulevard are air-conditioned and have a refrigerator, satellite TV and balcony with sea or garden views. The well-trained staff at Vasia Boulevard are always at the guests’ disposal. The hotel has beautifully decorated internal spaces, including a lounge and dining room where buffet breakfast is served each morning. Nikolaos Kazantakis Airport of Heraklion is located within 23 km of Vasia Boulevard. 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

Boutique hotel. Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. 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

Resort. Unique. Cosy rooms. 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

Apartment hotel. Delightful property. Superb 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

Resort. Luxurious. Comfortable beds. 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

Resort. Charming. Comfortable beds. Set amidst fragrant gardens and palm-fringed lagoons in Gouves, Amirandes Grecotel Boutique Resort features an Olympic-sized seawater pool, a children's pool and a spa centre with indoor pool, sauna and fitness equipment. Guests can choose among 10 top-quality restaurants and bars, while meeting/banquet facilities and jewellery and clothing boutiques are also featured on site. The rooms, suites, villas and bungalows of Grecotel Amirandes are fitted with floor-to-ceiling windows, soft colours and designer furniture. Each is equipped with air conditioning, safe, flat-screen TV and mini bar. The en-suite bathrooms come with a bathtub, free toiletries, slippers and bathrobes. Some units offer private pools. Amirandes Main Restaurant serves traditional Mediterranean cuisine combined with international delicacies for breakfast or dinner, while guests can also enjoy international gourmet dishes at the impressive setting of Lago Di Candia Restaurant. A variety of Italian dishes are served at the uniquely decorated Minotaur restaurant, where guests can enjoy the amazing collection of genuine Picasso ceramics adorns. A poolside, a lagoon and a beachside bar are also available on site. The Elixir Alchemy Spa centre proposes facial and body treatments with organic plants and extracts from Crete’s aromatic herbs. Guests can also stay fit using the on-site sports facilities, such as the 3 floodlit tennis courts or the 5x5 football court. A variety of activities and facilities, including playground, children's pools and a kid's club, is also available for the younger guests. Amirandes Grecotel Boutique Resort is located 21 km from Heraklion City and Port, while Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport is 18 km away. The famous archaeological site of Knossos Palace is at a distance of 23 km. Show full description

Resort. Comfortable beds. Set on a private part of Analipsi Beach, Stella Palace features 2 lagoon-style swimming pools, 3 children’s pools and 2 tennis courts. Its elegant rooms and suites are surrounded by tall palm trees and landscaped gardens. All air-conditioned units feature stylish furnishings in earthy tones and overlook the garden, the pools or the Cretan Sea. They come with a satellite TV, mini fridge, slippers and free toiletries. Some units also have their own pool with wooden sun deck. The main restaurant serves international and Mediterranean flavours in buffet style and hosts regular themed evenings. Elia Restaurant prepares a la carte dishes based on the Cretan cuisine. Guests can listen to live piano music in the indoor bar, while Kohili and Thalassa pool bars offer exotic cocktails. Guests at Stella Palace have a wide choice of sports activities, such as basketball, badminton and water aerobics. Massages can also be arranged upon request. There's also an indoor pool that can be used upon charge. The lively town of Hersonissos is 4 km away. The hotel is 20 km from Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport and 25 km from Heraklion city. Free private parking is possible on site. Show full description

Resort. Trendy. Great views. Popular among women. 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

Luxury Hotel. Situated in the area of Limenas Hersonissou, Hersonissos Palace offers 5-star accommodation just 60 metres from the beach. It includes an indoor and 2 outdoor pools, a restaurant and a tennis court. The air-conditioned rooms at Hersonissos Palace are elegantly furnished and enjoy sea, pool or garden views. They come with a satellite TV, mini fridge and they all have a seating area. The hotel’s restaurant is classically decorated and serves lunch and dinner in buffet style. Situated on the first floor, the lounge bar offers panoramic Cretan Sea views. There is also a pool bar and a traditional coffee house by the second pool. Hersonissos Palace has a sauna where you can relax, while there is also a fully equipped fitness room for the more active guests. Within a few minutes’ walk you can reach the centre of Hersonissos offering a wide variety of nightlife options. The city of Heraklion is 25 km away. Free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking are available. Show full description

Resort. Great location. Situated at the sandy Malia Beach and just 2 km from the town centre, Alexander Beach Hotel & Village Resort, offers a host of activities, in quiet surroundings. The main building and bungalows are set on 50,000 m² gardens, facing the beach. Rooms and suites are clean and simply decorated, featuring balconies with sea or garden views. All rooms contain a refrigerator, separate bathroom with a bath, shower and bathroom amenities. Extended in more than 1,000 m2, the on-site spa features an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and hammam. Guests can relax with face and body treatments, manicure, pedicure and peelings. Yoga and pilates courses can be provided upon request. The property hosts 2 restaurants, Meltemi serving Greek, traditional specialties and Main Restaurant, which is more formal and boasts superb views of the bay. Kriti Tavern is also available. For refreshing drinks, guests have a choice from the Apollo Pool Bar, Main Bar, Alexander Beach Club and Alexander Lounge. Activities guests can enjoy without leaving the property include beach volley ball, tennis, and swimming in any of the 5 swimming pools. Alternatively, the lively villages of Malia and Stalis are only few minutes away. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Perched amphitheatrically on the verdant hillside, KING MINOS RETREAT Resort & Spa, proud member of the GOLDEN Hotels & Resorts, enjoys unobstructed sea views. The charming 5-star hotel in Hersonissos consists of a main building with Classic Rooms and Suites as well as a number of bungalows with private pools and outdoor Jacuzzis, scattered throughout the colorful gardens. Built according to the Cretan style and architecture, KING MINOS RETREAT Resort & Spa offers a great array of facilities and services for everyone to enjoy, welcoming guests to experience the authentic essence of the renowned Cretan Philoxenia to the fullest. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. When searching for family hotels in Crete, Greece, think of SENSEANA Seaside Resort & Spa: joyful in its relaxed ambiance, welcoming in its facilities for one and all, and homely in its haven-like nature. Younger travelers will delight in the host of dedicated children's facilities available, aspiring to be the best amongst Crete family hotels. .  Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Paralos Venus Suites is located in the picturesque village of Analipsi and only 200 metres from the beach. It features a garden, sun terrace and two outdoor pools. The air-conditioned Suites feature a smart TV with satellite channels and ironing facilities. They also include electric kettle and espresso coffee machine. The bathroom comes with a shower and hairdryer. WiFi in rooms is provided free of charge. Guests can enjoy pool or garden views from their balcony. However some of the Suites offer sea view. They can also use the patio with sun loungers and umbrellas. Alternatively, they can visit the Archaeological or Historical Museums in Heraklion, with Minoan civilization relics. Paralos Venus Suites is 4 km from the lively city of Hersonissos and 7 km from Thalassocosmos Aquarium. Heraklion Airport is 20 km away. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Highly elegant. Great 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