Title: Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Luxury hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20485300/20485231/ddf4e454.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Buffet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20485300/20485231/949036e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20485300/20485231/a34e8f1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double or Twin Room | Minibar, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20485300/20485231/54fc63e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Couples treatment room(s), Turkish bath/hammam, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20485300/20485231/128f0f58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Afrata Beach, Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa provides a tranquil getaway. Guests start their day with a breakfast of local cuisine, then choose between relaxing with a body wrap or facial at the spa, or spending time by the seasonal outdoor pool. 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast included - Spa - Housekeeping - Pool - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 16 - Nov 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=20485231&PinnedHotelID=20485231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=20485231&PinnedHotelID=20485231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 17 - Nov 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=20485231&PinnedHotelID=20485231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=20485231&PinnedHotelID=20485231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=20485231&PinnedHotelID=20485231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=20485231&PinnedHotelID=20485231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=20485231&PinnedHotelID=20485231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=20485231&PinnedHotelID=20485231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Standard Double or Twin Room | Minibar, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20485300/20485231/d3e75f8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds TV Hairdryer Electric kettle Minibar Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Superior Double Room | Minibar, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20485300/20485231/f8d21973.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds TV Hairdryer Electric kettle Minibar Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Deluxe Room | Minibar, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20485300/20485231/ca35d272.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds TV Hairdryer Electric kettle Minibar Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Large Single Sofa Bed ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Minibar Coffee/tea maker - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Large Single Sofa 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%2FPlatanias-Hotels-Elia-Traditional-Hotel-Spa.h20485231.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPlatanias-Hotels-Elia-Traditional-Hotel-Spa.h20485231.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%7C35.48973%2C23.78814&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_V6BKLe6tFJvZ5CGZOfdZH8tqv0=) Ano Vouves, Platanias, 73100 #### What's nearby - Olive Tree of Vouves - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Karavitakis Winery - 8 min drive - 1.7 miles - Platanias Beach - 20 min drive - 10.2 miles - Agia Marina Beach - 22 min drive - 12.0 miles - Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete - 37 min drive - 19.3 miles #### Getting around - Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 50 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Μπουκιά & Γεύσεις - ‬8 min drive - ‪Κτήμα Νεραντζιά (Ktima Nerantzia) - ‬4 min drive - ‪Μύλος Καφέ - ‬9 min drive - ‪Blackout - ‬9 min drive - ‪Paliria - ‬8 min drive ## About this property ### Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Luxury upscale hotel near Orthodox Academy of Crete Located close to Afrata Beach, Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace and a garden. Indulge in a body wrap, a massage and a body scrub at the on-site spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and a bar. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and barbecues - Massage treatment rooms and outdoor furniture Room features All guest rooms at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa include comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars. More amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers - TVs with satellite channels - Free infant beds, daily housekeeping and desks ### Awards and affiliations Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel – This property has received certification as a Boutique Hotel under the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel certification scheme. ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4990000/4984900/4984874/f7bd8c71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spilia Village Platanias - Pool - Kids pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 91 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=4984874&PinnedHotelID=4984874&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Apartment | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70530000/70523800/70523720/ee342d7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elia Platanias Platanias - 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Body scrubs - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms - Facials - Spa treatment rooms - Thai massages - Turkish bath ### More - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Free cot ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Minibar - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 11 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Free cots are available on request at the property ### 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 3.00 per accommodation, per night - A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 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 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 ### Property is also known as Elia Traditional Hotel Platanias Elia Traditional Platanias Elia Traditional & Platanias Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Hotel Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Platanias Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Hotel Platanias ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. ### Is Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa? > Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. ### What time is check-out at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Where is Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa located? > Situated in Platanias, this luxury hotel is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Orthodox Academy of Crete, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Afrata Beach and War Shelter of Platanias. Platanias Beach and Agia Marina Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.6 Eco-friendliness ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 26 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa 7 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Elia is la lovely hotel owned by wonderful hosts. The breakfast is plentiful, the view from the roof terrace where dinner is served breathtaking. The pool is wonderful too. ##### Lisa Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yannik 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fatastische Aussicht. Tolle Zimmer, super Frühstück. Auch der Pool ist groß und generell ist es eine sehr großzügige Anlage mit vielen kleinen, gemütlichen Sitzecken. Kleines Minus: sehr dünne Wände sodass ich mal einen Nachbar auf Toilette sitzen gehört hab 😬 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ed85c401-3ad0-4279-b911-719696c6ee9d-1755686488965.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/187a074c-5d08-48bf-a118-407728296e5f-1755686493036.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Yannik Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marco 15 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Pulizia e cura del luogo, personale gentile, presente ma non invadente, camera spaziosa e con un look tradizionale, il tutto inserito in un contesto bucolico tra alberi di ulivo e giardini fioriti. Sicuramente faremo fatica a dimenticarci la pace di questo luogo. Grazie! ##### Marco Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Anton 3 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Pro: Remote and quiet location Con: No WiFi reception / internet on our room, trails are not usable when it has rained a lot ##### Anton Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 21 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Rust Hier kan je tot rust komen. Het terras waar je kan ontbijten of dineren heeft een prachtig uitzicht. Er is voldoende cultuur en wandelingen in de omgeving om je dagen te vullen en ter afsluiting kan je een duik nemen in het zwembad. Het personeel staat altijd voor je klaar met een lach op hun gezicht. We hebben genoten van ons verblijf hier. ##### Paul Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nils 10 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Eine super Unterkunft! Super sauber und sehr herzliche Gastgeber! Kann ich nur empfehlen! 😇 ##### Nils Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Knut Arve 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Årets hotellopplevelse Detten var en svært positiv overaskelse! Anbefalkes på det sterkeste. Nydelig mat, fantastisk sted og framfor alt vennlige mennesker :-) Hvis jeg skulle driste meg til et lite tips, så er det å fjerne de lave buskene mellom basenget og olivenhagen, slik at den fantastiske utsikten over havet kan nytes fra bassengkanten ... sammen med en kald drink :-) ##### Knut Arve Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valentin 24 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Parfait Parfait ##### Valentin Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicolai 22 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Sehr sauber, täglicher Zimmerservice. Es wird gewischt und gibt frische Handtücher. Der Pool ist auch sehr schön, das Wasser wurde jedoch im Laufe des Aufenthalts immer trüber. Es gibt's die Möglichkeit abends dort zu essen, das Preisniveau ist etwas höher als in den üblichen Tavernen/Restaurant. Im ganzen hat uns der Aufenthalt sehr gefallen und wir haben uns gut erholt. ##### Nicolai Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jackie 5 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Elia is a beautiful and peaceful retreat, staff are so kind. ##### jackie Stayed 4 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 24 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Das Hotel war sehr persönlich, man kannte die Gäste nach einigen Tagen und hat sich zum gemeinsamen Essen getroffen. Ein großes Lob an den unglaublich warmherzigen Koch, welcher seit über 15 Jahren kommt und einzigartige, traditionelle Küche zubereitet. Alle Daumen hoch :) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renaud 2 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Petit coin de paradis Séjour au top, petit coin de paradis au calme, avec des hôtes aux petits soins et de très bons conseils. Superbe piscine, chambre très confortable, bien décorée. Petits déjeuners généreux, beaucoup de choix. Vraiment un séjour agréable et reposant, loin des gros hôtels et de la foule. Encore merci pour vos attentions ##### Renaud Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Britta 9 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Eine Oase der Ruhe inmitten von Olivenhainen. Die Gastgeberin war sehr nett und hat uns jeden Abend ein sehr leckeres Menü zu einem guten Preis bereitet. Sehr zu empfehlen. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1F4C3B6077EB00505828C0C64C70AFE75C1136F31602250316810.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3FC8907B32772F578BF27B8ED46B649EDAE344FC1602250333023.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/BBC6746D6D7F3F9E7EC51AE39DF4BA8A4B19AB0E1602250348621.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7D67D66B2CF7DA928C61C443DD2F91F9E8D5635A1602250322517.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Britta Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 8 Sept 2020 Really lovely place located between olive trees. Can only be reached by car. Good food and atmosphere. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 22 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Views, garden and location fantastic. Staff very very helpful. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities What a great find. Secluded, quiet, very relaxing. They also have a beautiful pool, which is not mentioned here on Expedia. This place is NOT easy to find. Google Maps and Apple Maps both had me going in the wrong directions. There is a small sign on the road that I happened to spot and turned off there...down a very old, narrow, unpaved country road for a couple of hundred meters. I thought I was lost again until I saw the parking lot with a sign pointing to reception. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denis 9 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Second time visiting, and will return again next year . Fabulous location , very friendly and helpful staff. ##### Denis Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### carolyn, nottm 7 Aug 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ultimate relaxation Wonderful hotel, very relaxing, fabulous food. Definitely need a car but great places to explore ##### carolyn Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexis, London 18 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The way all hotels should be We stayed at Elia for our honeymoon and the experience could not have been nicer. Its a gorgeous out of the way spot in the hills that combines authentic Cretan charm with a comfort and level of care appreciated by foreign travellers. The food, views, pool, spa/yoga services and general hospitality were all fantastic. If we had any criticisms, it would be that our room and balcony did not feel very private: the room was directly over the outdoor breakfast tables so opening blinds and windows felt like being overlooked. We also shared a balcony with a couple who were akways on theirs smoking cigarettes. Perhaps the hotel could consider adding a partition so that guests with adjoining balconies can enjoy more privacy. Overall, Elia is a gem and we will definitely return one day. ##### Alexis Stayed 7 nights in May 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Inge 1 Oct 2025 ##### Inge Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie 29 Jun 2024 ##### Laurie Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jürgen 11 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Jürgen Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philippe 5 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Philippe Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miriam 31 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Miriam Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 7 Oct 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Minos Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-Minos-Hotel.h8011612.Hotel-Information) > > [Begeti Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-Begeti-Bay.h10295324.Hotel-Information) > > [Minos Ambassador - Adults only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-Minos-Ambassador.h45826210.Hotel-Information) > > [Veneziano Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Heraklion-Hotels-Veneziano-Boutique-Hotel.h18108299.Hotel-Information) > > [Semiramis Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Semiramis-Village.h10623973.Hotel-Information) > > [Macaris Suites and SPA](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-Macaris-Suites-And-SPA.h1099883.Hotel-Information) > > [Aquila Porto Rethymno](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-Aquila-Porto-Rethymno.h1636850.Hotel-Information) > > [Enorme Santanna Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ierapetra-Hotels-Enorme-Santanna-Beach.h44438252.Hotel-Information) > > [Aquila Atlantis Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Heraklion-Hotels-Aquila-Atlantis-Hotel.h67282.Hotel-Information) > > [Free Breakfast at villa with Outdoor & Indoor Pool, Hot Tub, Home Cinema](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-Free-Breakfast-At-Villa-With-Outdoor-Indoor-Pool.h27558930.Hotel-Information) > > [Kiani Beach Resort Family](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chania-Hotels-Kiani-Beach-Resort-Family-All-Inclusive.h3998357.Hotel-Information) > > [Arminda Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Arminda-Hotel-Spa.h10630918.Hotel-Information) > > [Nana Princess Suites, Villas & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Nana-Princess-Suites.h19806167.Hotel-Information) > > [Crete Golf Club Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Crete-Golf-Club-Hotel.h22748806.Hotel-Information) > > [Koni Village Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Koni-Village-All-Inclusive.h8415383.Hotel-Information) > > [Apollonia Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Malevizi-Hotels-Apollonia-Beach-Resort-Spa.h1522111.Hotel-Information) > > [Amirandes, A Grecotel Resort to Live](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Amirandes-Grecotel-Boutique-Resort.h1862564.Hotel-Information) > > [Bio Suites Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-Bio-Suites-Hotel.h1522055.Hotel-Information) > > [Sitia Beach City Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sitia-Hotels-Sitia-Beach-City-Resort-Spa.h1674729.Hotel-Information) > > [Atlantis Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-Atlantis-Beach-Hotel.h12465368.Hotel-Information) > > [Moonlight Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Moonlight-Hotel.h19477661.Hotel-Information) > > [Anastasia Hotel Stalis](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Anastasia-Hotel-Stalis.h1368515.Hotel-Information) > > [The City Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-The-City-Hotel-Suites.h36768747.Hotel-Information) > > [Theartemis Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-Theartemis-Palace.h2336425.Hotel-Information) > > [Petra Mare - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ierapetra-Hotels-Petra-Mare-All-Inclusive.h2144254.Hotel-Information) > > [Numo Ierapetra Beach Resort Crete, Curio Collection Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ierapetra-Hotels-NUMO-Ierapetra-Beach-Resort.h7782201.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Heights Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Village-Heights-Resort.h14931312.Hotel-Information) > > [Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chania-Hotels-Domes-Zeen-Chania.h25749963.Hotel-Information) > > [Ikones Seafront Luxury Suites - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-Ikones-Seafront-Luxury-Suites-Adults-Only.h31709128.Hotel-Information) > > [Thalassa Boutique Hotel - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rethymno-Hotels-Thalassa-Boutique-Hotel-Adults-Only.h22137467.Hotel-Information)