Curated luxury hotels in Heraklion

When you stay at Elounda Orama Boutique Hotel in Agios Nikolaos, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Hiona Beach and Alykes of Elounda. This spa hotel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Elounda Windmills and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Christian Basilica Poros Elounda.

Featuring 2 swimming pools, Elounda Breeze Resort is 2 km away from Elounda village. The 4-star resort is set 200 metres away form a private beach with water sports.

Each of Elounda Breeze Resort rooms is fully air-conditioned and tastefully furnished. The spacious balconies open to relaxing views of the resort’s grounds and the sea.

Families will love the family-fun pool, whilst those looking to unwind can take a dip in the relaxation pool. More active guests will enjoy the on-site fitness room with sauna, and the tennis and volleyball facilities.

During the summer, Elounda Breeze Resort’s animation team provides live entertainment for the family, both day and night. In the evening, you can enjoy Greek theme nights with live music and dancing.

Elounda Breeze Resort is 8 km from Agios Nikolaos. The airport of Heraklion is approximately 65 km away.

The 5-star Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort, Six Senses Spa is situated along the coast of Elounda. All rooms have views of Mirabello Bay. Guests can play golf or tennis on site, or relax at the awarded Six Senses Spa.

The airy rooms have wooden floors and a sea-view veranda with teak furniture and blooming plants. Equipment includes an LDC TV with satellite and cable channels, and a furnished seating area.

Porto Elounda offers the first Six Senses Spa™ in Europe, with holistic treatments, covering an area of 2,200 m². Facilities include a heated freshwater indoor pool, sauna and steam room.

The 9-hole golf course is available to resort guests only. The hotel’s water sports centre includes jet-skis, wind surfing, water ski and sailing. Luxury yachts are available, as well as a PADI certified scuba diving centre. There is also a playground for infants and kids with a variety of learning activities.

Breakfast and dinner are served at the sea-view Nafsika Restaurant. You can choose to have lunch at Aglio e Olio serving Italian cuisine, or the beachfront tavern Odysseus.

The Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort is 70 km away from Heraklion International Airport. The hotel's helicopter-pad allows direct transfers from Athens or Heraklion. Transportation within the hotel is possible.

The 5-star The Royal Blue a Luxury Beach Resort is a tranquil exclusive resort on the northern coast of Crete. A private bay, 38 pools, 4 restaurants and 4 bars are found within its 70-acre premises. Free WiFi is available throughout.

The Royal Blue a Luxury Beach Resort’s superior rooms are stylishly decorated in warm and soothing tones and offer sea or garden views. They all feature flat-screen TVs, and spacious bathrooms with 2 wash basins. Upon arrival, all guests are greeted with a welcome drink.

The Pure Senses Spa offers massage, hydrotherapies, facial and body treatments. Guests will find a tennis court, as well as mini golf and soccer courts within the premises. Colorful gardens extend throughout the resort, while natural stone has been used to blend harmoniously with the surroundings.

Gourmet enthusiasts will savor the fresh approach to food and cooking styles from China and Japan or indulge in authentic Greek, Italian, Spanish and European flavors. Alternatively, experiment with Indian sensations or sample the purity of seafood or meat; the choice is varied and diverse.

Only 22 km from Rethymnon and 55 km from Heraklion, The Royal Blue a Luxury Beach Resort offers easy access to both Chania and Heraklion airports.

The 5-star Istron Bay Hotel offers sea-view accommodation and a swimming pool overlooking the beautiful bay of Istron. It includes 3 restaurants and 2 bars and organizes a variety of water-sports activities.

Istron Bay rooms and apartments are tastefully furnished and air conditioned. Each unit has a private balcony and comes with a satellite TV, hairdryer and safe.

Guests can choose among one the 3 restaurants serving Cretan and Mediterranean dishes prepared with fresh products and virgin olive oil.

Istron Bay can arrange for outdoor activities, such as canoeing, waterskiing and wind surfing. It also features an on-site diving school and a tennis court. Canoeing, waterskiing and wind surfing upon request.

The village of Istron is 800 metres away from the hotel. The seaside town of Agios Nikolaos is 13 km away. Private on-site parking is provided free of charge.

Step into a world of sophistication at Domes Aulus Elounda, Curio Collection by Hilton. This cool, Med-retro adults-only resort offers a Premium All Inclusive experience and is built amphitheatrically overlooking the gulf of Elounda in Crete, providing stunning panoramic views of the island of Spinalonga and the sparkling Mediterranean Sea. Conveniently located 0.9 mi from the village center of Elounda in Crete, 47 mi from Heraklion airport, and 6.2 mi from cosmopolitan Agios Nikolaos, Aulūs is the ultimate luxury all-inclusive option. On a privileged position near the beach, the spacious and elegantly furnished suites provide panoramic views. For the ultimate VIP experience, choose the Cool Living Selection for elite tier accommodation, access to exclusive areas, and amenities. Surrounded by lush gardens, the hotel offers refined mixology, an immersive wellness program, four exquisite restaurants, and three bars as well as cultural experiences, water sports and infinity swimming pools.

Located right on the beach in Elounda, Royal Marmin Bay Boutique & Art Hotel features a swimming pool with a spacious sun terrace and sun loungers. A restaurant and a bar are also available, while WiFi is offered in all areas.

Each room and suite at this resort offers Cretan Sea view, is air-conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Units are fitted with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find slippers and free toiletries.

Breakfast is daily served at the dining area of Royal Marmin Bay Boutique & Art Hotel. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.

This resort has a private beach area and car hire is available. An array of activities is offered in the area, such as windsurfing and diving. Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is at a distance of 70 km. Free private parking is possible on site.

Located in Panormos Rethymno, 0.6 km from the beach, The Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete, Curio Collection by Hilton provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Featuring a bar, the 5-star resort has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests.

At the resort, every room is fitted with a TV with cable channels.

Guests at The Royal Senses Resort Crete can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

The accommodation offers a children's playground. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at The Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete, Curio Collection by Hilton.

'The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 75 km from the resort.

Facing the beachfront, Naiades Boutique Hotel - Adults Only offers 4-star accommodation in Elounda and has a garden, private beach area and bar. Located around 14 km from Lake Voulismeni, the hotel with free WiFi is also 15 km away from Panagia Vrefotrofos. Guests can use the hot tub, or enjoy mountain views.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. The rooms have a kettle, while selected rooms also boast a terrace and others also feature sea views. All rooms have a wardrobe.

A continental breakfast is available at Naiades Boutique Hotel - Adults Only.

Agios Nikolaos Port is 16 km from the accommodation, while Lixnostatis Folk Museum is 40 km from the property. Heraklion International Airport is 62 km away.

Phāea Blue, member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World is being reimagined as a boutique hotel, rooted in consciousness, innovation, and community. We offer a more intimate, personalized island experience—inviting guests to discover a truer, more timeless Greece.

Set amid Crete’s azure waters and rugged landscape, Phāea Blue has welcomed guests for over two decades with genuine Cretan warmth and hospitality.

Unmistakably Greek, the revitalized rooms and suites reflect a relaxed yet refined island aesthetic with natural materials, eclectic Greek pieces of art, private pools, a color palette drawn from the surrounding environment, and a style seasoned with historical detail.

Dining is a soulful journey into local culture. From modern Greek dishes at Anthós to seaside meals at Blue Door Taverna, every bite tells a story. Guests can harvest ingredients at the Phāea Farmers Feast or enjoy private dinners under the stars—each experience rooted in nature and connection.

We craft moments that become memories. From sunset cruises to authentic Cretan feasts, every experience honors the island’s spirit. Guided by kindness and a love for place and people, we don’t just create itineraries, we bring dreams to life.

Situated on the seafront of Ierapetra, Hotel Petra Mare offers an outdoor pool with a children's area, including an energetic animation team and live shows. Free WiFi is available in public areas.

All suites and apartments come with a satellite TV and air conditioning. They also have a fridge, and a bathroom with a bath or shower and hairdryer. Most units boast Libyan Sea views.

Enjoy extensive meals at Petra Mare's restaurant. The terrace area is an ideal place to enjoy dinner and admire the views to the sea. In the evening, enjoy drinks from the bar along with live entertainment shows. Hotel Petra Mare is just 800 metres from the centre of Ierapetra, where you can find plenty of bars and cafés.

An array of activities can be enjoyed on site, such as aqua-aerobics class. More facilities include a hot tub and sauna, while free sunbeds and towels are available.

Agios Nikolaos Town is approximately 35 km away. The international airport of Herakleion is at a distance of 90 km. Free public parking is possible nearby.

Located in Rethymno, Rethymno Mare & Water Park is within a 15-minute drive of Rethimno Kart and Rethymnon Venetian Port. This all-inclusive hotel is 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from Arkadi Monastery and 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Museum of Ancient Eleutherna.

The Creta Star Hotel - Adults Only is an all-inclusive hotel on the wonderful beach of Skaleta. This 4-star hotel offers quality accommodation and great facilities in a pretty location, as well as free WiFi throughout.

The hotel has 324 guest rooms, most of which have views over the sea. Each room is brightly decorated, includes a modern bathroom and features a balcony or terrace.

All meals, snacks and selected beverages are offered in the all-inclusive package at the Creta Star Hotel - Adults Only. Buffet-style meals are served in the main restaurant or in the poolside bar and guests can enjoy a great choice of international food, plus of course many Greek dishes.

Leisure facilities at the hotel include 1 outdoor, saltwater swimming pool, 1 indoor fresh-water swimming pool, tennis courts and a gym. There is also an activity program which includes water aerobics and beach volleyball, plus evening entertainment.

The Creta Star Hotel - Adults Only has pretty gardens that run down to its 400-metre private beach. The town of Rethymno is 12km away.

When you stay at Aegean View Hotel in Rethymno, you'll be on the beach and within a 5-minute drive of Rethimno Kart. This beach hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Platanes Beach and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Spilies Beach.

Set in Sfakaki, 500 metres from Eleven Beach, Aegean View Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and luggage storage space.

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. All rooms are equipped with a kettle, while some rooms come with a patio and others also have sea views.

Guests at Aegean View Hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 12 km from the accommodation, while Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 14 km from the property. Heraklion International Airport is 70 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

When you stay at White Olive Elite Rethymno - All Inclusive in Rethymno, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Rethimno Kart and Platanes Beach. This all-inclusive hotel is 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Horse Park Rethymno and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Spilies Beach.