Creta is a very large and decidedly varied island where its beautiful sea dominates.
Those who come to the island for a holiday will most likely visit archaeological sites, enjoy the nightlife and entertainment, explore the wild and lush interior, but will surely not neglect the seaside life. The sea and beaches in Crete are fantastic and so… why not stay in a seaside hotel?
There are many beachfront hotels in Crete, catering to all tastes and budgets. There are seaside hotels for swimming enthusiasts in crystal clear waters and for those who prefer to engage in all kinds of water sports next to a lively and well-equipped promenade.
Let's then point out some seaside hotels, with a private beach, that will enhance the satisfaction of a stay in Crete.
Overlooking the beach of Aghia Marina (1 minute walk) it is located on the northern coast of the island west of Hania.
The hotel (4 stars) has a restaurant directly on the private beach which is well equipped, very popular, sandy, with vegetation and a beautiful clean sea with a shallow seabed. Various water sports can be practiced in the area.
The city and port of Hania are about 8 km from the hotel while the airport of Hania is 17 km away.
VERGINA BEACH
Located right next to the beach of Maleme on the northern coast of the island, west of Hania. It is a 4-star hotel.
The beach is sandy, windy, with natural shade and a very beautiful and shallow sea. In the area, many water sports can be practiced.
Nearby, in the sea, the wreck of a German military plane was found, a testimony of the fierce battle that took place in the area between the islanders and the Germans during World War II.
The hotel is 25 km from Hania airport.
CASTRO BEACH
It is a 3-star hotel reserved for adults only and located in front of the beautiful beach of Rethymno (1 minute walk) on the northern coast of the island, between Iraklio and Hania.
The hotel has a private beach and a green garden. The sea has a shallow seabed.
The beautiful city of Rethymno can be quickly reached on foot, as well as its famous Venetian fortress.
The hotel is 60 km from Hania airport.
ILIOS BEACH
Located right on the long and sandy beach of Anissaras, on the northern coast of Crete, east of Iraklio. It is a 5-star hotel surrounded by an immense garden.
The huge facility includes 10 swimming pools, a water park and sports fields of all kinds (tennis, soccer, paddle, basketball, golf). Some accommodations have a private pool.
The hotel is about 20 km from Iraklio airport and only 5 km from the center of Hersonissos.
LYTTOS BEACH
Located on the very longbeach of Adelianos Kampos (Rethymno), on the northern coast of Crete, between Iraklio and Hania. It is a 5-star hotel with several restaurants overlooking the waterfront.
The nearly 2 km long beach is equipped with many services and allows for the practice of various water sports.
Some accommodations in the hotel include a private pool.
The picturesque city of Rethymno is only 8 km away while the nearest airport is that of Hania (43 km).
GRECOTEL LUX.ME WHITE PALACE
Located next to the sandy beach of Gouves on the northern coast of the island near Hersonissos. It is a 5-star hotel reserved for adults only.
The coastline allows for the practice of various water sports and the sea is suitable for children.
Some accommodations in the hotel have a private pool.
The airport of Iraklio is 13 km away.
THE ISLAND HOTEL
This quiet 5-star resort, with a private beach reachable in 8 minutes on foot, is located near Panormos, on the northern coast of Crete.
It features a large park, several restaurants, communal and private pools, and offers the possibility to practice various sports.
The airport of Iraklio is 47 km away while that of Hania is 50 km away.
THE ROYAL BLUE
Located by the sea near Elounda, on the northern coast of the island, it is a 5-star hotel with panoramic views of the island of Spinalonga.
In addition to the hotel's private beach, nearby are the beautiful beaches of Plaka and Spinalonga where water sports can be practiced.
At Blue Palace Elounda, you can engage in various sports, and the hotel provides a private boat to cross the Gulf of Elounda.
Some rooms have a heated private pool.
The airport of Iraklio is about 50 km away.
BLUE PALACE ELOUNDA
