Title: Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=2894041&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience Mediterranean hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa ## Photo gallery for Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience ![Exterior - Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience (Hersonissos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/76cf96db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine - Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience (Hersonissos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/b6797ce3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium Room Sea View | Beach/ocean view - Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience (Hersonissos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/7e736d70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine - Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience (Hersonissos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/a305cd39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium Room Sea View Outdoor Jacuzzi | Terrace/patio - Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience (Hersonissos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/f1c9aace.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Esperides Resort Crete captures island charm and offers a retreat. Rejuvenate with spa treatments or lounge by seasonal pools. Enjoy Italian cuisine at three restaurants and evening entertainment on the terrace. Bike rentals make exploring Lychnostatis easy. 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269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Premium Room Inland View Private Pool ![Premium Room Inland View Private Pool | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/0cd16e07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Room Inland View Private Pool ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Soundproofed Private pool Air conditioning Fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Renovated in 2019 - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Luxury Two Bedroom Suite Sea View Outdoor Jacuzzi ![Luxury Two Bedroom Suite Sea View Outdoor Jacuzzi | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/5df1738a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Two Bedroom Suite Sea View Outdoor Jacuzzi ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Private outdoor hot tub Air conditioning Fridge LCD TV Pillow menu - 484 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sea view - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 2 Large Single Sofa Beds ### View all photos for Luxury One Bedroom Suite Sea View Private Pool ![Luxury One Bedroom Suite Sea View Private Pool | Private pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/f3a2356e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury One Bedroom Suite Sea View Private Pool ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Private pool Air conditioning Fridge LCD TV Pillow menu - 409 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Platinum Two Bedroom Suite Outdoor Jacuzzi & Private Pool ![Platinum Two Bedroom Suite Outdoor Jacuzzi & Private Pool | Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/4126025a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Platinum Two Bedroom Suite Outdoor Jacuzzi & Private Pool ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Private pool Air conditioning - 645 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Premium Room Inland View ![Premium Room Inland View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/73d1d2ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Room Inland View ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Renovated in 2019 Premium bedding - 215 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Luxury One Bedroom Suite Inland View ![Luxury One Bedroom Suite Inland View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/596ae0d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury One Bedroom Suite Inland View ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Renovated in 2019 - 409 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Premium Room Sea View Outdoor Jacuzzi ![Premium Room Sea View Outdoor Jacuzzi | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/ae2280bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Room Sea View Outdoor Jacuzzi 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Soundproofed Private outdoor hot tub Air conditioning Fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Renovated in 2019 - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Elite Suite Sea View Outdoor Jacuzzi ![Elite Suite Sea View Outdoor Jacuzzi | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/1e05ddfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Elite Suite Sea View Outdoor Jacuzzi ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Private outdoor hot tub Air conditioning Fridge LCD TV - 409 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Signature One Bedroom Suite Split Level - Adults Only ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/84913189.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Signature One Bedroom Suite Split Level - Adults Only ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Fridge Dining table LCD TV - 409 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bed ### View all photos for Signature Sea View Hot Tub - Adults Only ![Signature Sea View Hot Tub - Adults Only | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/2e68f05c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Signature Sea View Hot Tub - Adults Only ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Soundproofed Private outdoor hot tub Air conditioning Fridge Dining table LCD TV - 258 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bed ### View all photos for Signature Lagoon View Private Pool - Adults Only ![Signature Lagoon View Private Pool - Adults Only | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/30ea0eae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Signature Lagoon View Private Pool - Adults Only ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Soundproofed Private plunge pool Air conditioning Fridge Dining table LCD TV - 258 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bed ### View all photos for Signature Private Lagoon & Sea View Hot Tub - Adults Only ![Signature Private Lagoon & Sea View Hot Tub - Adults Only | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2900000/2894100/2894041/9c19c676.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Signature Private Lagoon & Sea View Hot Tub - Adults Only ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Soundproofed Private plunge pool Private outdoor hot tub Air conditioning Fridge Dining table - 258 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHersonissos-Hotels-Esperides-Resort-Crete.h2894041.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHersonissos-Hotels-Esperides-Resort-Crete.h2894041.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.30575%2C25.39447&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MNHUch0lbtp4Pdtm-IvZVzolPTk=) Costa Varnali Street, Koutouloufari, Hersonissos, Crete, 700 14 #### What's nearby - Star Beach Water Park \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Lychnostatis \- 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Aquaworld Aquarium \- 2 min drive \- 1.0 mile - Convention Centre Creta Maris \- 4 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Port of Hersonissos \- 4 min drive \- 1.5 miles #### Getting around - Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Pithari - ‬3 min walk - ‪Sweet Home - ‬13 min walk - ‪Coffee Island - ‬13 min walk - ‪Dionissos - ‬3 min walk - ‪Marel All Day Long - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience Luxury hotel remodelled in 2019 and located near Star Beach Water Park Located close to Lychnostatis and Aquaworld Aquarium, Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience provides an airport shuttle, 2 poolside bars and a swim-up bar. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this hotel. Indulge in a facial, a deep-tissue massage and aromatherapy at Creta Spa, the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and Mediterranean cuisine. In addition to concerts and live shows and a terrace, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out - Babysitting (surcharge), a water dispenser and a reception hall - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All 106 rooms offer comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. More conveniences in all rooms include: - LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - 40-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels - Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and fridges ### All-inclusive details All-inclusive room rates at Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience are available. 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check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night - A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 55 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room Property Registration Number 1178446 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation The seasonal pool will be open from April to November Pool access available from 9 AM to 7 PM Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Esperides Villas Apartment Chersonissos Esperides Villas Chersonissos Esperides Villas Apartment Hersonissos Esperides Villas Apartment Esperides Villas Hersonissos Esperides Villas Esperides Villas Hotel Chersonisos Esperides Hotel Hersonissos Esperides Villas Koutouloufari, Crete Esperides Villas Hotel Hersonissos Esperides Villas Hotel Esperides Resort Hersonissos Esperides Resort Esperides Hersonissos ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience have a pool? ### Is Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience? ### What time is check-in at Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience? ### What time is check-out at Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience? ### Does Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Are there all-inclusive benefits at Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience? ### Where is Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Esperides Resort Crete, The Authentic Experience Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.6 Eco-friendliness ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 76 8 - Good 26 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 7 2 - Terrible 4 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynaire 16 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great location and pool ##### Lynaire Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rayan 30 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent Resort I recently had the pleasure of staying at Esperides in Crete, and I can confidently say it is a hidden gem that exceeded all my expectations. The hotel, or better yet the resort has everything you need. The staff are super friendly and helpful. The village area is very nice and full of restaurants. ##### Rayan Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy 22 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely resort. Helpful and friendly staff, great rooms and overall facilities. I also had a spa treatment that was outstanding. We were grateful for the late check out and that the additional cost also included lunch. Can't wait to stay again! ##### Tracy Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Shailesh 19 Apr 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Disliked: Cleanliness We stayed at Esperides Resort in Crete and found it to be a decent option with both pros and cons. The amenities were really nice, and the staff stood out for their friendliness and helpfulness—they went out of their way to assist with taxi and rental car arrangements, and even saved us dinner when we arrived late at night, which was much appreciated. The breakfast spread was also excellent, with a wide variety of options to start the day. However, the rooms were quite small, which made things feel a bit cramped, and we did experience some inconvenience from bugs or mosquitoes during our stay. Additionally, the toilet in our room didn’t flush properly, which was a bit frustrating. The location is relatively close to beaches and other attractions, but having a rental car is essential to get around comfortably. All in all, Esperides offers good service and amenities, but there’s room for improvement on the room comfort and upkeep. ##### Shailesh Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Victoria 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a lovely welcome , the staff were friendly , always smiling and really happy which made us happy. From the moment we arrived, we didn’t need to push our luggage as there was a concierge to help us. We were welcome with a buggy ride up to the entrance which really made us feel special and greeted with a cold plate as we got in late and dinner had finished which was considerate of them. By the time we arrived to our room, the luggage was inside. The staff were always kind and asked if we were enjoying ourselves. The atmosphere was great, and calm even with families which was really appreciated . The scenery was lovely. We got given water melon and cold towels if we stayed over during the day rather than going out. The first room we stayed in was split level which we found interesting, the adults had their own private space therefore which was nice and cosy. There was a smaller pool where we stayed. We booked late and had to move rooms so stayed in this room for 2 days. They made the transition between rooms really easy and helped us with our luggage. Food was good. The snack/lunch at the bar was great and not too pricy. Loved the club ssndwich. Things to improve : Possibly the main pool where the kids are could do with more shading as it got very hot at the main pool. Drinks could be in a larger cup as we were given small tumblers and too much ice so that didn’t feel like we were getting a proper drink. Night entertainment could be planned a bit better ##### Victoria Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian 6 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautifully designed and appointed hotel. Food , cleanliness and most of all staff attitude and friendliness all excellent. ##### Gillian Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 14 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Food was excellent ,pool is a bit small for the amount of guests ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 26 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Wonderful place to go. Amazing food; great staff. ##### John Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yuval 30 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful stay! Absolutely wonderful service!! Great food and I loved the location! ##### Yuval Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Bruce 5 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lots of shopping and Dining close by. Staff were excellent. ##### Bruce Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noureddine 26 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing friendly staff felt like family. The resort rooms are very well maintained and the cleaning is top! One of the best resort experiences. ##### Noureddine Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Lee 2 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities All of the staff were extremely friendly and professional. We had half board and the food was delicious and had plenty of variety. ##### Michael Lee Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Viviana 18 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Its vicinity minutes in most cases to the area’s activities and restaurants although their spreads and food choices at the resort were excellent too. The staff were excellent. Cleanliness of all areas. Lastly, the locals are just wonderful. ##### Viviana Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan Hendrik 10 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Top ##### Jan Hendrik Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Markus 26 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay, lovely place and room was great. The only thing we did not like was a cat in the dining area every night. Apparently it lives there. Crete is full of cats and normally we did not mind but the cat kept on jumping on peoples laps trying to get food. ##### Markus ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa 3 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing stay!!! Would highly recommend Wonderful relaxing stay. Everything was amazing! I would stay here again without hesitation. Only suggestion would be to offer free water with meals and maybe free soft drinks. I understand alcohol cannot be offered free but at least water? The hotel is settled in a small town that is walkable right outside the main gates. Lots of restaurants and cute shops. Not far from main town Heraklion (25 min drive) and also close to airport (20 min). Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Pools were heated which was a lovely surprise. Very relaxing and peaceful ![One of three pools](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/DDE7139F44B7283D483A09527878694D8D47B4211685779177892.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Beautiful view from our room](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B04BBB3D8A952539E287F77F542041E88474AFBB1685779178864.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![The food was amazing!!!](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4D8C4F3E87E528905B09428230547F28B9AD7F6B1685779186807.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Themed menus each night from Italian to Asian to local cuisine. Food was superb!!!](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/D208F8418A169C8201FF6D789724EE0C05739F411685779187426.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Melissa Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Evette 23 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort #### a waste of money-Not a 5\* hotel, food was bad. even though the dining staff was nice, the food was horrible! we as a family ended up eating just the sweet/dessert but it was still bad, not much choices, even though we had 1/2 stay, we ended up eating out & willing to spend in restaurant than to eat there. This place is not a 5\* hotel is more like a 3.5\* ##### Evette Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roman 14 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Sehr erholsamer ##### Roman Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claudia Wilhelmina van 4 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Schone kamers, mooi goed onderhouden complex. Locatie is aan de rand van een pittoresk dorpje : mijn kamer was vlak bij het zwembad. Er werd tot 19.00 ‘‘s avonds continue muziek gedraaid. Dat kon je in de kamer goed horen. Het ontbijt is basic met niet altijd de allerbeste ingrediënten (jus d orange uit pak, lage kwaliteit bacon, lage kwaliteit afbakcroissantz ##### Claudia Wilhelmina van Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Sang-Hi 14 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Définitivement pas un 5 étoiles L’accueil était au top, dès l’arrivée, nous avons été pris en charge par plusieurs personnes, pour la voiture, les valises et aussi un welcome en cas alors que nous sommes arrivés tard, ce qui était très appréciable. Le personnel est très agréable, que ce soit au niveau de la réception, restauration, ménage etc Le complexe est de l’extérieur très impressionnant, on dirait un petit village. Nous avons cependant été extrêmement déçus du niveau général de l’état des lieux. Tout est vétuste et à un état dégradé assez important. Nous n’avons même pas utilisé la piscine privée car le fond était pas propre, les murs étaient vieillissants, les meubles en ruine. On a pris plusieurs hôtels en Crete, et c’est de loin le pire qu’on a réservé. Je ne comprends vraiment pas la note de 5 étoiles, selon moi ça vaut un 2-3 étoiles maximum. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4ff80bde-0e26-46f7-a51f-ae43d9ece362-1757834836526.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/acd7105e-e6d4-4ba2-b5a4-17bd82d2da59-1757834836810.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/108ed8f8-2763-4f18-9a38-bc0a38a529d5-1757834836320.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/beab0bad-da94-4721-b94f-efe87ca4c79b-1757834836881.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sang-Hi Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### jean-louis emile 15 Aug 2025 Disliked: Staff & service La formule all inclusive est Pas un vrai all inclusive pas d accès à toute la restauration ni à toutes les boissons de plus boissons payantes après 23h Aucune boissons dans le mini bar de la chambre même la bouteille d eau est payante pour la formule all inclusive ##### jean-louis emile Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Talin 17 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Prachtig maar niet voor pubers leeftijd. ##### Talin Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katja 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities superfreundliches Personal, tolle Anlage und mehrere Restaurants zu Fuß erreichbar ##### Katja Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### alexandra 25 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nickel Tres bon hotel propre et qualite services impeccable ##### alexandra Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### STAVROS 8 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Άριστη επιλογή Το ξενοδοχείο είναι πάρα πολύ καθαρό, πάρα πολύ άνετο , έχει ιδιωτικό πάρκινγκ, αρκετά άνετο , το προσωπικό είναι άριστο , πάρα πολύ ευγενικό και εξυπηρετικό, το μόνο που ίσως πρέπει να σκεφτούν είναι να βάλουν την επιλογή all inclusive ##### STAVROS Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Aelius Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Lavris-Hotels-Spa.h3584970.Hotel-Information) > > [Stella Palace Aqua Park Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Stella-Palace-Resort-Spa.h9330057.Hotel-Information) > > [Mitsis Royal Mare](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Mitsis-Royal-Mare.h1181666.Hotel-Information) > > [Star Beach Village and Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Star-Beach-Village-And-Water-Park.h1342145.Hotel-Information) > > [Mitsis Cretan Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Aldemar-Cretan-Village.h13216306.Hotel-Information) > > [Mitsis Selection Laguna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Mitsis-Laguna-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h4260878.Hotel-Information) > > [Unique Blue! 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