Best Crete Hotels
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Matt Barrett's suggested hotels in Crete are all popular, highly rated by customers and the members of Matt's Greece Travel Facebook Group and are in good locations. They also come from my Hotels of Greece Crete page where I have chosen the best hotels in the best locations and made it easy for you to find one. For those looking for luxury The Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, is the ultimate hideaway with luxury guest rooms, villas and suites. In a unique waterfront location, experience the feeling of relaxing in your own heaven at sea level with outstanding personalized service. Overlooking the Bay of Elounda, Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel is set on a peninsular stretch of land, with a view of Mirabello Bay and the Aegean Sea. The 5-star Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection offers luxurious accommodation with spa bath overlooking the Unesco-protected island of Spinalonga and its Venetian castle. Its 4 restaurants are serving haute cuisine dishes and each one offers casual beachside settings or elegant dining rooms with panoramic sea views. Guests can taste progressive Asian, Italian and Greek cuisine, seafood and traditional Cretan dishes. Endless views, crystal clear waters and a host of cultural and gastronomical experiences await guests at Blue Palace, a Luxury Collection Resort and Spa. The Elounda Bay Palace offers accommodation to suit all tastes. Each category is specially designed to enhance the holiday experience and to make their guests feel totally at home. Being the oldest and most popular hotel in the city of Heraklion, the Astoria Capsis Hotel is dedicated in offering its guests an unforgettable stay. The first hotel of the Capsis hotel chain with experience of more than 30 years, the A-class, 4 star Astoria Capsis is a symbol of hotel excellence, catering to the most distinguished clientele. I stayed at the Hotel Porto Veneziano which overlooked the Venetian Harbor in Chania and the Hotel Casa Delfino which is like staying in a Venetian palace and I recommend both hotels highly. The inexpensive but very comfortable Ammos Hotel (top photo) in Chania is also highly recommended, especially for families though getting a room here is a matter of luck because it is so popular. For hostels, pensions, rooms, self-catering and very cheap accommodation see Matt's Hotels of Greece Crete page to find hotels by category, price, etc. these pages are also very useful for finding homes, apartments and villas for rent. If you are looking for Villas, Holiday Homes and Self Catering Apartments see Villas in Crete. For those who want to take my advice and book through a reliable Greek travel agency you can find one on my Greek Travel Agency page. If you are combining Crete with other islands I recommend this. If you are trying to book Crete as part of an itinerary that includes Athens and other islands try Matt's Create-an-itinerary form which enables you to put together your own itinerary and get a price back from the agency with no obligation to buy. When booking a hotel in Crete it is probably a good idea to fist decide which part of Crete you want to be in and then look for the hotel instead of the other way around. But the following suggested hotels in Crete are all popular hotels in good locations. You can also use the links to the hotels to find other hotel suggestions in the area as well as apartments and villas. Be sure to save the pages. I also have a special page for Chania Hotels |
Some Suggested Hotels in Crete |
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Showcasing a seasonal outdoor pool and playground, Blue Palace, a Luxury Collection Resort and Spa, Crete is located in Elounda. The resort has a sun terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. A flat-screen TV and DVD player, as well as a CD player are available. Certain rooms include a sitting area to relax in after a busy day. A balcony or patio are featured in certain rooms. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. Extras include bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. There is a hairdresser's on the property. This resort has a private beach area and bike rental and car rental are available. |
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Elounda Garden Suites is a beautiful beachfront site in Elounda, Crete – a privileged destination worldwide and certainly, among the leading destinations in the Mediterranean. Laying softly on a exqisite location, totally bathed in the warm Cretan sunlight, Elounda Garden Suites offering marvelous landscape views. Elounda Garden Suites will be, beyond doubt, your preferred vacation option, allowing a restful holiday escape in a place of exceptional beauty, combined with high-end services and great value for money. |
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The dramatic views of the Venetian fortress at the old city harbor of Heraklion, and the wonder-filled waves of the Cretan Sea, are among the most photographed tourist attractions on Crete island. Not many visitors can enjoy the full panoramic grandeur of these contemplative landscapes, the way guests at Lato Boutique Hotel can. Standing for more than 40 years above the marina, the hotel operates 365 days a year and is famous for authentic Cretan hospitality, Lato Boutique Hotel is the most welcoming establishment in this part of the city, a magnet for romantic couples, but also for families, and business travelers. Lato Boutique Hotel is the perfect starting point to explore Crete and its fascinating capital. After you take in the breathtaking views over the Old Port, you can discover the historic center of the city, and its most remarkable attractions, or visit some of our most important museums, which are all within walking distance. The liveliest shopping, dining, and nightlife venues in Heraklion are nearby as well. Plus, if you want to enjoy the freshest, most creative Cretan cuisine, you never need to leave the hotel, as Lato's internationally-acclaimed restaurants are always ready to woo you. |
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In the heart of the city of Heraklion, Olive Green Hotel stands out with a distinct character. The name consists of two nodal words for the interpretation of hotel's philosophy and personality that lies beyond. The Olive stands as a symbol of power, eternity, tranquility and prosperity. The Olive is embedded in the entity of Crete through its purity and wildness. On the other side, the color Green represents the ecological and contemporary character of the hotel which implements international sustainability criteria. Olive Green is an intelligent, conscious, eco-friendly hotel in Heraklion, a prototype for citizens and travelers of the world. With modern infrastructures it combines a cutting-edge technology with the glory of Cretan culture while it gives prominence to all these elements that create eternal values. Its Philosophy is inculcated by the logotype which is inspired from the Minoan icons. The spiral, a symbol of birth, continuity and a universal imprint surrounded by olive leaves. Olive Green is a hotel with a very distinctive character of its own. It has cultivated a sui generis style through simplicity and individuality aiming to change the way of living in a city hotel. |
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Showcasing a seasonal outdoor pool and terrace, GDM Megaron Hotel is located in Heraklion Town. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Some accommodations have a sitting area to relax in after a busy day. Certain rooms include views of the sea or city. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. |
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In Heraklion's elegant district, this 5-star hotel has 2 gourmet restaurants, a free spa center and a large freshwater pool. The luxurious rooms feature balconies with pool and city views. All accommodations in Galaxy Iraklio have work desks, satellite LCD TV and free Wi-Fi access. The air-conditioned rooms have pure Egyptian cotton linens and hypoallergenic rooms are available. Some units feature whirlpools. The Vetri Restaurant serves a breakfast buffet prepared with fresh, local ingredients and Cretan cuisine. Per Se Lounge features casual meals, wines and cocktails. The Pool Deck serves light meals and drinks. 24-hour room service is available with additional in-room dishes. Galaxy also includes a state-of-the-art conference center, with 9 fully-equipped halls and a total capacity of 800 people. The Galaxy Hotel’s Wellness Club is open 24 hours a day and its use is free to all guests. It includes a state-of-the-art gym and an all-marble steam room. Guests at the Galaxy Iraklio Hotel are within a 10-minute walk from the center of the city and shopping and historic attractions. |
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Legacy Gastro Suites, a brand new five-star hotel, offers a unique experience of authentic Cretan hospitality, combining Greek gastronomy with the Cretan heritage and culture. Located in one of the most privileged spots in the city of Heraklion, “Legacy” is a leading point of reference for both locals and food travellers in Crete. Legacy Gastro Suites praises to its core the concepts of Light & Freedom, both ideals that have formed the local traditions of Crete. This hotel marks a new era for the region and the city, a landmark that highlights the character and the genuine legacy of the Cretan people |
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In the heart of Chania’s charming historic quarter, this authentic 17th-century Venetian mansion features a personalized service along with a courtyard and rooftop terrace overlooking the town and the Venetian harbor. Each spacious room combines old world charm with modern comforts. From the marble bathrooms and rich fabrics to the LCD TV and free wireless internet, every effort has been taken to ensure your comfort. Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast served every day in Casa Delfino’s courtyard. A stylish bar serves a range of drinks. |
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Located in Chania Town, overlooking the harbor and a short walk from Chania Old Venetian port, Porto Veneziano features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain rooms include a sitting area for your convenience. Views of the sea, garden or city are featured in certain rooms. Extras include slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel also provides free use of bicycles. |
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One of the most child-friendly hotels in Crete, the Hotel Ammos is perfect for families. Like an island within an island, this small elegant, yet very affordable resort is ideally situated on a fine sandy beach, well away from the bustle of the city and yet only five km from the magnificent Venetian harbour and the old town of Chania. Unbeatable location, smart design, attention to detail, instinctive hospitality, great dining at the beachfront restaurant and a very personalised approach are only a few of the ingredients which make ammos hotel a trully special place. The hotel underwent an extensive renovation and the result is a contemporary, fresh and vibrant seafront retreat. The archetypal white-washed surfaces (the famous trademark of Greek islands) are charmingly blended with raw, unvarnished wood, corian worktops, cool light fittings, indigenous ceramic art, colourful Marimekko fabrics and trendy Italian tiling. There is bus service to Chania every 15 minutes, the 30 studios/3 suites are perfectly situated at a 10 meters distance from the sparkling Mediterranean sea on one of the most beautiful sandy beaches in Chania, at the bay of Agioi Apostoli. |
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Hotel Alexis is located in a quiet neighborhood at the edge of Chania Town, overlooking the town and the sea, close to the beach, the Venetian Port and the Chania old town. Facilities include an outdoor pool, Jacuzzi and childrens pool. The town center is a 20 minute walk and the nearest sandy beaches of Chrissi Akti and Agioi Apostoli, a 10 minute walk. A shuttle bus to the city center runs every 20 minutes and costs 1,15 euro. The hotel’s rooms have balconies with views of the town, mountains and the sea, and offer air conditioning, safe box, mini-fridge and free wireless internet access. Some of the many reasons to choose Alexis hotel as your choice of Hotels in Chania Crete for your holidays. The hotel restaurant offers an outdoor patio with panoramic sea views and serves dinner and daily breakfast buffet. Rated a top restaurant in Chania Town, Theodosi Restaurant ranks #3 best restaurants for dinner in Chania Crete, as published on Tripadvisor for 2017. Alexis hotel has also been rated a top selling Hotel in Chania for its superior service for the sixth year in a row, reflecting the consistently great reviews we have earned on TripAdvisor. The hotel is close to the KTEL central bus station and 20 minutes from the Chania airport and Souda ferry terminal. Nearby is the National road junction to easily explore Chania and west Crete. Free parking is also available on site. |
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Set amongst thickly wooded oak and cypress tree forest, the Vederi Estate carries on a history of hospitality and cultural heritage of rural Crete.The place to relax, to contemplate, enjoy the stunning landscape of Crete. Three traditional stone villas welcome you through all out the year, located only 6 km from the City of Rethymno and 1 km from the picturesque village of Prines. For all that come to Vederi Estate becomes their second home, their 'jardin sacre'. |
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The Arcus Suites are a whole neighbourhood of old Venetian stone mansions of the 15th century, located in the village of Argyroupolis at Rethymno Crete. The entire complex of buildings was declared in 2005 by the Ministry of Culture as «Preservable archaeological monument». Since then the mansions and the environment space renovated with respect for the style and architecture and created 5 independent luxury suites. All restored suites retain their architectural features and fascinating atmosphere of the their Venetian predecessors. Ambitious dome, stone arches, burrstones, axes, arches, stone fireplaces, wooden floors and ceilings, interior gardens, cobblestone courtyards emphasize and highlight the charm. The mansions and paths suites can accommodate, in comfort, from 2 to 6 persons each, all year long. The decoration in each suite is unique and offers all modern comforts. The interior garden of 500 sq.m. host: pool, wood oven, BBQ and relaxation area. |
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Amazing Villas is a collection of sophisticated and traditional accommodation units, that truly represent and respect the essence of Cretan natural beauty and the local way of life. and riveting history. Placed amidst Crete’s most authentic areas, these private Villas allow guests to find their ultimate peace & quiet in a landscape of sheer rural beauty. Located just on the outskirts of Rethymno, in the picturesque villages of Asteri and the seaside settlement of Stavromenos, the sublime panoramic views are more than generous from the evergreen slopes of ancient olive groves meet the purest blue sky to form your daily horizon, creating magnificent visuals to accompany your moments, day and night. Subtle sunrises and silky sunsets are the highlights of dawn and dusk while in between the Greek sun dominates the cyan sky, enhancing all the vibrant colours of the Cretan landscape around you until the bright stars and spectacular moon grace your evenings and nights. |
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Dalabelos Estate Agro-Tourism and Eco-Tourism The Dalabelos Estate is located near the village of Angeliana, on a hill overlooking the Cretan Sea, 23 km distance from the town of Rethymno. The hotel features 10 stone-built modern and fully equipped studios of a total capacity of 30 persons. The buildings merge harmoniously with the surrounding landscape and visitors are seduced by the serene culture of the Cretan countryside. Under the shade of the restaurant's spacious courtyard, overlooking a superb scenery, you can enjoy traditional Cretan dishes, prepared from products of the hotel's farm. If you wish, you can even attend courses on cooking, bread kneading and traditional confectionery. The farm has 1000 trees, a vineyard, an orchard of more than a 100 orange, mandarin and other fruit trees, a great number of wild trees, herb bushes and vegetable gardens. There are chickens and peacocks, as well as some goats, two dogs, a donkey and a horse that live among the orange and olive trees. |
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Esperides Resort Crete is a newly-renovated resort with breathtaking sea view, located in the heart of the cosmopolitan and traditional village "Koutouloufari", where every visitor can experience the pure and warm hospitality of a traditional Cretan village combined with modern features. The resort offers a wide selection of suites, designed with beautiful aesthetics and equipped with every comfort to meet the needs, either for a comfortable family vacation or a romantic getaway for couples. Esperides Resort Crete features three swimming pools, the Relax pool, the activity pool, one pool in the newly built part of the resort, all of them ideal for adults, and the kids’ pool ideal for families. All 3 pools and all its private pools are seasonally heated between April to mid May and during October and November; water is fresh and electrolyzed. There is also a shuttle service to the beach available seasonally. Moreover, there is a Spa, an open- air sea view outdoor mini gym and a mini market at the proximity of our premises. It features 2 restaurants, a buffet restaurant with theme nights, as well as one Mediterranean a la carte restaurant (Lemoni). Its sunset lounge bar offers daily entertainment and there are two pool bars equipped with sunbeds and gazebos. The Esperides Resort Crete can meet every visitor's expectations for a unique Authentic experience and for relaxing vacations on the island of Crete. Last but not least, at Esperides Resort Crete, we searched for and found the most efficient cleaning solutions that follow the principles of sustainable development while at the same time ensuring excellent levels of hygiene. |
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Nanakis Beach Luxury Apartments Nanakis Beach Apartments are situated at the edge of a peninsula in Chania, Crete in the area of Stavros where the film Zorba the Greek was filmed. The Apartments enjoy from the north and the west side a panoramic view of the sea of Crete, whereas from the east and south side, they offer a majestic view to Stavro´s mountain and to the White Mountains of Chania (Lefka Ori). Nanakis Beach Luxury Apartments offers a seasonal outdoor pool and barbecue. Chania Town is 6 miles away. Free private parking is available on site. The property is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some units have a sitting and/or dining area. A microwave is also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Some units also have a kitchen, fitted with an oven. There is a private bathroom with a bathtub in each unit. Bed linen are available. |
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Located in Palaiochóra in the region of Crete, 27 miles from Chania Town, Libyan Princess features an outdoor pool and seasonal outdoor pool. The hotel has a sauna and fitness center, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some units have a sitting area for your convenience. You will find a kettle in the room. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom. Extras include bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. Superior rooms include a spa tub or a hot tub. |
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You can find more hotels on Matt's Hotels of Greece Crete Page |
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Homes, Villas and Apartments If you are looking for Villas, Holiday Homes and Self Catering Apartments see Villas in Crete. The trend these days in Greece is to rent a house, especially for families with children because having two or three rooms in a hotel can be inconvenient. Though living in a villa or apartment can feel isolating at times, especially for children (who, lets face it, have a lot more fun when they are staying somewhere there are lots of other kids around, like a big hotel on the beach with a swimming pool), sometimes it makes more economic sense to rent a house. |
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You can also book hotels in Greece through Fantasy Travel and Dolphin Hellas Travel in Athens and Aegean Thesaurus Travel in Sifnos. They are all excellent travel agencies and they can also assist you with ferries, flights, tours and hotels in Athens and other islands. Another option which I recommend is Matt's Create-an-itinerary Form where you can put together your own specialized itinerary and submit it and in 24 hours receive a reply with a price and whether or not your itinerary is even possible. There is no obligation to purchase either. |
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