We have created a list with the best five star hotels in Hersonissos, 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 Isa Weber & Adam Hansen. Updated February 2024.
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
I would describe this as the most ROMANTIC five-star hotel in Hersonissos.
Boutique hotel.Hip. Lovely interior design. 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
I really like this place... I think it is one of the coolest five-star hotels in Hersonissos.
Luxury Hotel.Charming. 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.Highly elegant. 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
In my judgement this could be the most LUXURIOUS five-star hotel in Hersonissos.
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
Boutique hotel.Lovely property. Great breakfast. Popular among women. 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
Luxury Hotel.Cool. 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
Resort.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. 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
I think this is one of the most beautiful, well designed and stylish resorts in Hersonissos! WOW!
Resort. 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
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
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.Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. 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
Luxury Hotel.Beautiful. 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
Resort.Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds. Offering two outdoor pools and an indoor pool, the 5-star Insula Alba Resort & Spa is located in Analipsi village. The 24-hour reception resort features air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi access and an international restaurant. All of the minimally decorated rooms and suites at Insula Alba Resort & Spa are en suite and include a minibar. Each unit includes air conditioning, a flat-screen, satellite TV and Simmons bed mattresses. Some of the accommodation will provide you with a private pool. After a long day at the beach, guests can sample a drink at the bar. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge and luggage storage. The property offers free parking. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out Aquaworld Aquarium and the Crete Golf Club at 5 km. This resort is 15 km from Heraklion International Airport and 20 km from Heraklion City. Property operates as a TUI Blue property . Show full description
Based on my research this is the most RELAXING five-star hotel in Hersonissos. It also has super comfortable beds.
Resort.Unique. Overlooking the Blue Flag Hersonissos Beach, the all-inclusive Creta Maris Resort combines a Cretan hospitality and green-oriented environment with exclusive 5-star services. There are 10 outdoor and 1 heated indoor swimming pools, 5 children's swimming pools, a waterpark, an open-air cinema, various sports facilities including a water sports and diving center, a fitness center and a children's playground. Blending tradition with elegance, the spacious rooms of this eco-friendly resort have comfortable armchairs and warm earthy tones. Each is equipped with a satellite TV, a minibar, slippers, tea and coffee making facilities and has a mountain, garden or sea view from its balcony or veranda. All the accommodation types are renovated. Air conditioning comes as a standard. The all- inclusive program is valid till 24:00 and dining options include Cretan, Mediterranean and international cuisine. A total of 7 restaurants, 5 snack points and 10 bars are available on site. Features include dietary, lactose & gluten-free menus, theme nights and romantic dining next to the seafront. The resort’s Hammam Spa features spa treatment rooms specially designed and fully equipped for multiple treatments, including face and body massages, treatments and scrubs. There are also a sauna and a hammam. Children enjoy their own pools, game rooms and playground. There is a baby room with toys and a kids’ club and a teenagers’ club are at disposal of younger guests, with daily activities planned for them. Heraklion International Airport is 24 km away. Front desk staff are available to arrange car rental and transfers.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Village Heights Resort is situated in Hersonissos, just a step away from the Crete Golf club. It's a relaxing getaway that features a spa centre with fitness area, sauna, hot tub, hammam, 2 outdoor pools, an indoor heated pool and 2 kids' pools. Free WiFi access is available throughout the property. In true traditional Cretan Village style, all studios, apartments and villas come with panoramic views of the stunning countryside and the sea. They also feature a satellite TV and DVD player, a fully equipped kitchen and coffee machine. Each unit features a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can enjoy Cretan and international dishes at the on-site restaurants and poolside snack bar, while a range of refreshments, coffee and alcoholic drinks can be enjoyed at the pool bar. On-site sports facilities include a tennis court, a mini golf and a volleyball court. Kids facilities include a mini club with a playground, a games room and table tennis. For family fun, the Crete Aquarium and the Labyrinth are at close proximity. Other on-site facilities include a mini market and a library. The property can make arrangements for car hire, while daily shuttle from/to Hersonissos is also provided. The nearest airport is Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, 17 km from Village Heights Resort.Show full description
Resort.Luxurious. Great location. Popular among women. Well located in the centre of Hersonissos, AKASHA Beach Hotel & Spa provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre. Featuring room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. Private parking is available on site. At the resort, each room is fitted with a balcony. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, certain rooms at AKASHA Beach Hotel & Spa also offer a city view. Guest rooms at the accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. A continental breakfast is available daily at AKASHA Beach Hotel & Spa. Speaking German, Greek and English, staff are always on hand to help at the reception. Popular points of interest near the resort include Glaros Beach, Golden Beach and Star Beach. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 22 km from AKASHA Beach Hotel & Spa, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Resort. Directly situated on the Blue Flag awarded beach of Anissaras village, Lyttos Beach is surrounded by a 150-acre garden of more than 500 palm trees and flowers. It includes 10 swimming pools, an aqua park with waterslides, 21 tennis courts upon charge and 4 padel courts. Its 647 spacious rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows facing the sea or garden. Some rooms boast a private swimming pool. The fresh and bright rooms are equipped with air conditioning, safe, free WiFi, 42’’ satellite TV, mini fridge and marble bathroom with hair dryer. Guests can taste local, traditional and international delicacies, served in rich buffets and live action cooking at the Main Restaurant. A children’s menu is also offered. Taverna Kalypso serves buffets and a la carte menus, in a modern yet romantic seaside setting. There is also an Asian restaurant offering panoramic sea views. There are 5 bars available on site. Sports facilities also include 2 Football courts, a 3 PAR golf course and a basketball court. Younger guests can spend their time at the children's pool, the on-site kids club or at the new aqua park also including a fast food restaurant. Lyttos Beach also offers a daytime activity program and evening entertainment with shows in the amphitheatric stage. SPA services are available upon charge. Guests enjoy free access to the gym and sauna. There is also a bicycle rental shop (extra charge) for the more adventurous types. Within a 20 km distance from Heraklion-Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, Lyttos Beach is just 5 km from Hersonissos city center and Crete’s unique 18-hole golf court. Free parking is possible inside the hotel premises.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Charming. Cosy rooms. Boasting a beachfront location in Anissaras, the 5-star Paralos Kosta Alímia features 2 fresh-water pools. Guests have a choice of garden-view or sea-view rooms. The spacious and elegant Paralos Kosta Alímia guest rooms are distributed in several buildings, within a colourful garden. Each is en suite and offers a satellite TV. Wi-Fi is free in public hotel areas. Paralos Kosta Alímia guests can choose among 5 restaurants and 3 bars. The Mediterranean main restaurant serves breakfast between 07:30 and 10:30. The pool-bar Thalassa and the Lobbybar will ensure refreshing moments with beautiful views. A fitness room, sauna and indoor pool, as well as a 6-person hot tub are at your disposal at the Paralos Kosta Alímia Hotel. An 18-hole golf course is located 4 km south of the hotel. In the nearby area you will find several scuba diving centres. The Minoan Palace of Knossos (24 km), Malia (7 km) and the Archaeological Museum of Iraklion (22 km) are within easy reach.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most charming five-star hotels in Hersonissos. It also has very cosy rooms and outstanding views!
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