The Best Luxury Hotels near CRETAquarium Θαλασσόκοσμος (Ενυδρείο Κρήτης)
This is our list with the best luxury hotels near CRETAquarium Θαλασσόκοσμος (Ενυδρείο Κρήτης), Hersonissos. Hope you enjoy it. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated December 2023.
Romantic. Nice style. Great interior design. 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.
Elegant. Great location. Great value. This beachside hotel in Analipsi, northern Crete, has 2 swimming pools and a sun terrace with loungers and parasols. It offers a poolside bar and snack bar. Analipsi town centre is about 10 minutes’ walk away. The air-conditioned rooms in Europa Hotel have a private terrace or balcony, as well as a private bathroom and satellite TV. All of the rooms have a telephone, fridge and safe deposit box. Hotel Europa has a TV room and a mini club for children. There is also a fitness room, and a free Wi-Fi zone. The Europa’s restaurant serves classic Cretan dishes, as well as international cuisine. There is also a bar.Show full description
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
Hip. Elegant. 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 boutique hotels in Hersonissos.
Cool. Comfortable beds. Popular among women and couples. Just 10 metres from its private beach in Analipsi, Hersonissos, Stella Village features 2 swimming pools with poolside bars surrounded by colourful gardens. It offers 2 restaurants, 2 tennis courts and a kids’ club. The spacious and bright rooms at Stella Village feature a furnished balcony overlooking the gardens. Each comes with a satellite TV, fridge and air conditioning. The buffet restaurant serves meat, fish and vegetarian dishes. Special theme nights are organized weekly.Coffee, refreshments and drinks are provided at the 2 pool bars that in the evening also play music. Wellness options include water aerobics sessions, a football pitch and beach volleyball facilities. Younger guests can have fun at the 3 children’s pool, at the playground or participate in the games that the animation team organizes. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can arrange car rental to explore Hersonissos Town 4 km away. Heraklion International Airport is 20 km from the hotel. Free private parking is possible on site.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
Relaxing atmosphere. Elegant. 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
Great value. 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
This luxury hotel has great affordability. It is the most popular luxury hotel in Hersonissos, among couples.
Resort.Great views.Opened September 2020. Located in Hersonissos, 1.8 km from Aposelemis Beach, Atlantica Caldera Palace provides 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 kids' club and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. You can play table tennis at this 5-star resort, and car hire is available. The property features a hot tub, evening entertainment and room service. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath. At Atlantica Caldera Palace every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Atlantica Caldera Palace offers a terrace. Speaking German, Greek, English and French at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area. Analipsi Beach is 1.9 km from the resort, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 7.9 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 17 km from Atlantica Caldera Palace.Show full description
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. 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
Charming. Great views. 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
Resort. Lying on the sandy beach of Anissaras, the 5-star Bella Beach offers elegant accommodation with views over the Cretan Sea or the complex’s well-kept gardens. It includes 2 swimming pools, 2 restaurants and offers extended wellness facilities. The air-conditioned rooms at Bella Beach are decorated in light olive-green tones and open out to a private balcony. They are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, DVD player, mini fridge, free toiletries and hairdryer. Free WiFi is available and safety boxes are provided upon charge. Pergola Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in buffet style, while Olive Tree Restaurant prepares Mediterranean dishes a la carte. The 3 bars, on the lobby, the beach and by the pool, are ideal for enjoying an exotic cocktail while overlooking the sea. Guests can pamper themselves at the on-site spa centre including an indoor pool, a hot tub and a hammam. The property also features a variety of sports facilities, such as 2 tennis courts, a mini-golf course and a basketball court. The lively town of Hersonissos with its many nightlife options is around 4 km from the resort. Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport is at 25 km. Free private parking is available on site.Show full description
Charming. Romantic. Great views. 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
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
Opened September 2020. Located in Hersonissos, 200 metres from Analipsi Beach, Anissa Beach Hotel provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features an ATM, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. Guests at the hotel can enjoy an American breakfast. Anissa Beach Hotel offers a terrace. You can play tennis at this 4-star hotel, and car hire is available. Anissaras Main Beach is 1.9 km from the accommodation, while Aposelemis Beach is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 18 km from Anissa Beach Hotel.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely property. 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
I think this place could be the most RELAXING luxury hotel in the area. It also has very cosy rooms.
Resort.Popular among women. Mitsis Laguna Resort & Spa is located on Anissaras pebble beach, only 3 km from Hersonissos. Sports and leisure facilities include a free-access tennis court, mini soccer field, watersports and a spa centre. There are 5 pools, including a seawater pool, a freshwater pool with a slide and a complex of 3 pools. The elegant rooms and bungalows are air-conditioned with LCD satellite TVs. A minibar is available and restocked daily, as well as a Nespresso coffee machine. All rooms feature a balcony or terrace. Bathrooms come with toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, scales and hairdryer. Beach and pool towels are also provided. Mitsis Laguna Resort &Spa features 7 restaurants including one main buffet restaurant and à la carte restaurants including Cretan Tavern, Tex-Mex, Pan-Asian, Italian and Fish. There are 5 bars on site, including a champagne, wine and sushi bar. Two of them are set by the pools, and 3 in the main building. A full entertainment program, children’s pool with water slides, outdoor playground and playroom are available for young guests. Free parasols and sun loungers are provided on the beach and on the poolside. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. Mitsis Laguna Resort & Spa is 24 km from Heraklion Port and 22 from Heraklion Airport. Free parking is available on site, while car, motorbike or bicycle hire is available through reception.Show full description
Delightful property. Charming. Superb interior design. Casa Di Veneto is traditional stone-built complex 1.5 km from the beach in Hersonissos. It features romantic-style rooms decorated with antique furniture. Rooms at the Veneto are decorated with paintings, Arabic carpets and individually selected lamps. Each is equipped with free Wi-Fi access while the hypoallergenic bedding is by Cocomat and the toiletries are by APIVITA. Some units have a terrace with hot tub. Guests can relax in the leather sofas of the lounge room or have a drink at the Borgo Bar. The village centre is 50 metres away and features Cretan taverns, shops selling local products and little cafés. Crete Golf Club is just 2 km away. Hersonissos Port is at 2 km and the International Airport of Heraklion is at 15 km.Show full description
This might be one of the most beautiful, charming and well designed boutique hotels in Hersonissos! AMAZING.
Highly elegant. Unique. Superb breakfast. Set in Hersonissos, Mitos Village provides a restaurant. Free WiFi is provided. All units feature air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with sea views. Guests at the aparthotel can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast. Mitos Village offers an outdoor pool. A garden and a terrace are featured at the property. Water City is 2 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 18 km from the property.Show full description
I think this is the most ELEGANT luxury hotel in the area. It also has a highly rated breakfast and a great location.
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