Hotels with beach in Crete

30 PM ( I need good coffee in the morning, not at night ! ) - Not enough space for sunbeds, very cramped place at the beach - 5* official status means 15 euros tax per room per day, it'd be 10 with 4*, which would fit better - When I asked for check-out one hour later than usual, an exaggerated 80 euros sum was required (and politely declined

Bus stop 29 is a a 5 min walk from the hotel and takes you to Héraklion for only 4 Euro per person! Ignore the review that says no direct access to the beach from the hotel (unless you require step free access)

There is a single flight of stairs just outside the dining room which takes you out to the rear of the hotel, then turn left and the path goes right onto the beach

Around the pools and on the beach the staff would come and take drinks orders and deliver them to us. A big shout out to Manwella who was just amazing

I Resort Beach was perfect! Beautiful Natalia and Pollo looked after me from the minute I arrived. Always available with information and kind smiles

Caught the public bus (3 min walk from hotel) to Heraklion. Had to speak with the general manager before I left, expressing my gratitude to the team. Only one issue, I wish I found this place sooner! See you in 2026

3 pools and less than 100 sunbeds for the whole of the hotel which supposably has well over 100 rooms, only 1 bottle of water on arrival rest of the time buy your own, the hotel water tasted as though it had purification tablets in, food very hit and miss one night my sister and myself had fish in a sauce, both of which were not cooked in the middle, taken away by a very reluctant manager

Friendly staff, rooms very were clean, service very good. On departure day they allowed us to keep the room with no extra charge. They have bar at the beach which you can use in your inclusive, welcoming

Certainly not a 5* hotel, the bar at the hotel was round the pool, so sat on plastic chairs at night, staff working there not very friendly, the beach bar was fabulous and Mike is a lovely chap who certainly knows how to run a bar and make good drinks

Been here one day good service,nice food ,in central location 100 yards from the beach can't complain for the price we have paid

It was very quiet when we went, so no waiting for food/ drinks at any point. Know Bar by the beach was great. Location is good; short drive from airport - 25 mins, just a one minute walk down to the beach

Beach was good - a short sand bit, but then it was like a huge stone slab - great for snorkelling. Plenty of shops/ restaurants within a short walk

Hotel beach is a short 2 min walk from entrance of hotel payment for sunbeds at 10 euros each but bar and snacks very accessible from the hotel beach bar. Alchol menu is vast lots of cocktails to choose from

Hiii! This May i went to the Cactus Beach Hotel in Stalis, Greece with two of my best friends

Room was modern clean and bed comfortable ( lacking storage) housekeeping was every day and towels changed every 2nd day. No kettles in room but there was a hair dryer

We had the best time there!! The resort is beautiful, the food was so nice and all the people were so nice and helpfull! The Pink Wave animation team was the best!! We had the best time with them and we did a lot of fun activities, Thank you very much to Nas, Lynn, Samuele, Gabriel, Lina and Alessia! We will definitely be back! Greetings from, Ilse, Tess and Nadine 🤙🏼

The Spa, actually belonging to the Cactus Royal hotel but also on our terrain, was excellent, I had a massage from Anja, she was great! What really was lovely was that the people from Cactus beach knew so many languages

We arrived late at night where we were greeted by polite reception staff. We were given a bagguet each as we had missed the evening meal water was provided in our room (this was not replenished during our stay)

The hotel's location is wonderful: two excellent beaches: pebbles on the left and sand on the right

Beautiful sea views and sunrise Wonderful room with perfect sea views and spectacular sunrise. 25 minute walk into the main town (Agios Nikolaos) and lovely taverna close to the hotel and on the beach

Beach near the hotel was perfect. We hope to go back next year!

Went in October and there were lots of sunbeds available around the pools

The point that we didn’t like that much was the bathroom in our room, a little bit small with a small cabin shower, no individual hygiene products such as shampoo or bathing gel and there was no much attention to the fact of refilling the products available

Facilities: A bit dated Cleanliness: Okay Environment: Beautiful with blue skies and white clouds Service: A bit slow, but generally friendly. Mostly white people, no discrimination against those with yellow skin.

With a DJ playing chilled house music, it had a real Ibiza feel. The grounds throughout the hotel were spotless. Sunbeds around the pool are limited, but there are always plenty available on the beach

We spent hours there playing cards, reading, and chatting, all while enjoying views of the pool and beach. One unexpected highlight was watching planes come in to land nearby

I went to the spa and had a full body massage and facial I loved everything about these treatments, my facial was done by Antonis and it was great my skin felt so hydrated, and my body massage was done by Maria she’s fantastic!! I highly recommend going to the spa

Despite losing a couple of days to very poor weather, we had a wonderful stay. This is a small resort—just two restaurants and two bars—which initially made us a little unsure, as it’s the smallest we’ve ever stayed in

When the weather kept everyone indoors, the hotel handled it brilliantly. The lobby comfortably accommodated guests, and the staff were fantastic—constantly bringing drinks and clearing tables efficiently

However, this actually turned out to be one of its biggest strengths. The atmosphere is relaxed yet intimate, and every member of staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. The food was a real highlight

I was there from 10 to 15 of oct 2016 . Beautiful place, friendly staff and of course food is good. Rooms are very clean. Just go head and enjoy your vacation. Love from Canada ?

Breathe taking view in this out of the way resort. The rooms are very nice, we had a sea view making it spectacular. There is a main pool or a quiet section on the cliff side

The buffet for breakfast and or dinner was delicious. It is semi remote so a car rental or taxi service is needed

Hotel could be better Lovely room and balcony. This hotel could be fantastic. There weren’t enough sun beds. They said there was beach bar and food. carte restaurant was closed when we arrived the buffet was £35 a head

We as a couple went out of season, we expected bad weather but the hotel seems to avoid most rain coming in off the coast, however the wind chilled the pool area lot as it's quite exposed

Had a good stay here but it could have been better. The area itself is quite secluded however they compensate by running shuttle buses into Chania x2 a day

This hotel is casual and that’s good but When we where here our neighbors were drinking vodka whiskey and smoking so we couldn’t swim in our private pool the service is not good and the rooms are small but the beaches and spa are normal

A Truly Amazing Stay – Like Paradise! We’ve just returned from an incredible stay at this hotel as a family of four from Scotland, and we’re already missing it! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm, friendly smiles from the staff, who couldn’t have been more helpful or welcoming

if i could live in this hotel I would. the beach is stunning, staff is kind and helpful, and the rooms are spacious and clean

Their kindness made a wonderful first impression and set the tone for the rest of our stay. The hotel itself is spotless and beautifully maintained, with stunning views that made it feel like a slice of paradise

Amazing Spa facilities with great view! The Spa personnel and manager are very friendly and professional. The treatments I did were absolutely incredible. The environment is relaxing and inspiring

Our kids absolutely loved the pool – we could hardly get them out of it! The buffet food was always fresh and delicious

Fantastic hotel, one of the best we’ve been to. Place is quiet, full of families with very well behaved children, teen children, and couples looking for a relaxing time

All amenities are great - likely recently renovated. Food was delicious, didn’t feel the need to leave the hotel for 7 days. Sun loungers are high quality and comfortable. The staff is on another level of professionalism

Shout out to Simos - professional, kind, going above and beyond day after day. From the waiters, cleaning staff, reception stuff - everyone was absolutely great

I especially liked the equipped beach with comfortable sunbeds and umbrellas, the descent into the water along the ladder. There are enough places, there is no hype in the mornings

Beautiful property! The pool was spectacular! The beach/seaside was perfect. Our room was small, but well appointed and very clean. It was ocean view from the patio, but mostly blocked by trees

Gem in Greece Absolute best surprise hotel. Loved everything about it. From service to very big rooms, lovely food, other guests etc. Will definitely return.

Just returned from a 10 day holiday at hotel have no negatives to give, The hotel is stunning, the staff are amazing and go out their way to make sure everything is perfect, food is best I have had in an all inclusive, beach is lovely, recommend sea shoes as rocky getting in water, lovely and shallow and warm, drinks are great with lots of cocktails made properly, Rooms are a bit tired but we couldn...

Great place, food was very good all was very tasty and well made , small hotel almost like a village, make you feel like you are in a private area, small and nice sandy beach only for the hotel, rooms were very simple but to be honest you dont need more than that

Really lovely relaxing stay! Great drinks, food, beach, friendly staff, sauna, quality entertainment, beautiful bay, great walks to either side of the hotel! Stayed at the end of September and had 5 days of really nice weather, 2 days of wind

Wonderful holiday. Staff exceptional and so attentive and friendly. Beach a few steps away. Pool beautiful. Food plenty and large choice very tasty. Hotel clean and grounds immaculate. Highly recommend

Considering the food, all drinks including international Labels , and nice beach it was a very good. Stuff is very friendly and helpful

Beautiful setting for a hotel, mountain backdrop, set right next to private sandy beach/sea in a small cove area. Lawned area with large pergolas by bar, serving food & afternoon tea by day, ideal for day or evening

The hotel, the service, the staff, and the beach – everything is five stars and more. We stayed for 10 days and regretted not staying longer. Check-in was handled by Danai, who was warm and professional

We booked again for the Elounda Bay Palace, staying for 7 nights in June and looking forward to our 7th visit. We were given a lovely reception upon arrival as always, quick check in progress and were shown to our room

We had a side sea view which was different, but a good view towards the sea. Very clean and spacious with a very comfortable bed. Very close to the restaurant, which was convenient and access to the beach

Whatever you ask for is done in half the expected time, to the highest standard, and always with a smile. Last but not least, the beach is amazing. There are two piers and two swimming pools

Breakfast and dinner was excellent with a variety every night, and always hot and well prepared. The staff are so friendly and welcoming, and it makes our stay so much more enjoyable

We have always found the Elounda Bay Palace to be one of the best hotels in Elounda, and even though we have been to another in the early days of visiting Crete, we always came back to the Elounda Bay Palace, as we found everything as we wanted, such an nice atmosphere, relaxing place to unwind and forget about your stressful work life

The hotel is right next to the beach and within easy walking distance of local restaurants and bars. It’s also only about a 7-minute drive to Lake Kournas, which is well worth a visit

We had a fantastic stay at Georgioupolis Beach Hotel and would happily return. We visited as a family on a half-board basis, and the food was a real highlight of our trip

From the moment we arrived at Georgioupolis Beach Hotel, I felt instantly at home. We had Dinner and drinks at the rooftop lounge which was amazing

From the moment we arrived at Georgioupolis Beach Hotel, I felt instantly at peace. The view of the sea from the rooftop lounge was unforgettable

Staff are delightfully wonderful, location is fantastic, rooms are spotless (ours was a little on the small side), for a 2 week stay clothes storage slightly limited, especially for lengthy dresses (a few more wall hooks would help)

There are lots of facilities to enjoy, including a good-sized swimming pool, a gym, and extras like a pool table, bike hire, a hot tub, and a sauna—so there’s always something to do. The location is another big plus

Amazing, very family friendly resort, sparkling clean, very friendly staff, amazing food, mini club, animation team-all was great. Rooms of a great size, special thanks to our cleaner

The food options are great, and as a vegan I had a number of options every meal which is different to usual holiday locations

We’ve stayed with own pool and it was of a great size, very private, we could relax by the pool while our baby slept inside

A great hotel for families A great hotel, with lots of activities and entertainment for kids both big and small

The new and old buildings mean there's plenty of space for everyone and you can always find a sunbed

Stayed for all inclusive family holiday. Initially thought lunch starting at 1pm was a little late for family with small children but we got used to it soon

It was amazing, from the beginning we arrived until we checked out, everything was beyond exceptional. The staff was always very polite. The hotel is very modern and has everything you need for a good stay.

The services were excellent, from well-kept facilities to smooth, hassle-free arrangements throughout my stay. Everything felt thoughtfully managed and designed for comfort

I had a great stay at this hotel. The location is very convenient, close to Heraklion city and near many other places to visit

The team goes above and beyond to make guests feel comfortable and well cared for. Overall, NEMA Design Hotel & Spa provided the perfect blend of relaxation, comfort, and outstanding service

My experience at NEMA was 10/10, so much so, I’ve already booked again for next year having had such an amazing stay. Every member of staff from the reception, to the dining room, to the domestic were exemplary

The hotel’s design and facilities are truly impressive, creating a comfortable and stylish environment throughout the property. What really stood out was the exceptional service

Our stay was wonderfully quiet and relaxing. The private swimming pool was amazing and the whole place felt peaceful. Both the room and shared spaces were very clean

The pools are inviting and the hotel is right on the beach. The town has loads of restaurants and shops

One word “PERFECT”. Would stay in your suites again and again if I had the opurtunity.

Marika is right next to the beach which is amazing. What could be better than start your day with good breakfast and ocean view

And about the staff… I could talk about the staff forever! Everyone are so nice, warm and always trying to make your day even better

Nice rooms, super clean, modern, friendly staff, good food, good beach. We had to change hotel from our first, as the standard was so bad, more a getto. Big thanks hotel Marika for helping us

The hotel itself is very clean, with good size pools and plenty of sunbeds (with a strict "no reserving sunbeds" policy). It's perfectly located next to the beach which again, was very quiet at this time of year

Be prepared to pay extra for sunbeds on the beach, although we didn't bother - the sand was perfectly comfortable

If there's any room for improvement, I'd suggest that the hotel invest in some decent, brand name soft drinks - the cola on offer, for instance, wasn't great

Very beautiful furniture and the bed was really comfortable. The bath had great design! Everything wa really clean!! Anybody we met in the hotel, was really willing to help us!

We stayed at this hotel in the penultimate week of the season so had the benefit of great weather at a quieter time

The hotel is located a good 30/45 min walk from the main hustle and bustle of Malia with very little nearby (although a nearby restaurant by the port and Eva Taverna are worth venturing out to, both only 10/15 min walk)

The pool bar right on the beach is great, with a great atmosphere and great food. All the staff are very nice and attentive

Despite hasty renovations, the property is not ready for Kimpton status in my opinion. But the surrounding area is not good at all. The beachfront is rocky and un-walkable. There is a sheep farm next to the hotel

We had a room on the second floor with a balcony which had a partial sea and mountain view. It was a quiet hotel, you couldn’t hear any noise from adjoining rooms such as the tv etc

There were always girls serving tables are amazingly hard working, making sure you have topped up tea, coffee and orange juice on a morning and ordering your drinks for the night

We loved the pool area with the beds and seating. Sometimes it could be chilly depending on the direction of the wind but we never struggled with a space to chase the sun

There were always different dishes and we were spoilt on the Sunday morning with smoked salmon and caviar with Champagne if you wanted it

The rooms are great and spacious for the cost read more below Service is thorough and give you everything you need on the get go such as eating times, WiFi etc There is plenty of activities such as pool, table tennis, karaoke and bar and a pool eith free toys like a beach ball The only downside i can think of for the actual hotel is that the toilet seat in our room wouldn't ever stay up Also the wifi...

Very friendly hotel ideal for the family with entertainment and good food all the staff were very friendly and the beach is a 30 second walk away ilia’s very friendly

Thalia is an amazing host! She gives the best advice helps with everything you need nothing is too small she goes out of her way to help and make you feel accommodated really recommend this hotel

Food was always excellent and had a great variety for all guests with excellent taste and quality. Great location near everything you need for your stay

Great atmosphere and feel very welcomed to their hotel and cleaners were very friendly and excellent service provided by them daily

The staff were extremely friendly and made you feel like family and were very hospitable

One particular evening, his favourite dessert was not on display and the chef asked if everything was alright, when I joked there was no jelly, he appeared with a few jellies for him

Outstanding customer service! Waiters and cleaners were also extremely attentive, the waiters joked with our daughter calling her 'Max' as she looked liked Max from Stranger Things and the cleaners always left our rooms spotless, leaving sweets on the pillow or displaying our pjs on the bed

They then went out of their way to ensure their was lots of variety of foods for him to choose from each always checking in with us each evening to ensure he was ok

Beach was small with paid sun-beds and umbrella, but last day we just stayed around pool where beds are free and went for few dips in the see from there. Inflatables are free to use and stacked by the pool

Victoria was fantastic, I've had many massages and she was by far the best

Cannot fault the quality of food and how it is cooked. Food is five stars! Staff Are friendly and work hard in the restaurant. Cleaners do a great great job. Change towels everyday, mop the floor and empty bins

The room was cleaned excellently every day, and the bed linen and towels were changed every 4 days. The hotel grounds are small but beautiful and well-maintained, featuring two pools

I had the best time here! The hotel is beautiful, the rooms are super clean, and the food is so tasty. The pool is big and perfect for relaxing I spent so much time just chilling there

Absolutely amazing)) Our Favorite Place Ever! We’ve been coming to this hotel for the third year in a row, and every single time it completely exceeds our expectations! Everything here is just perfect – from the incredibly delicious food to the warm and professional service

🙄 but I want to thank every person who worked here. Beach was good, but you need water shoes ofcourse

Bed is also really hard, but that was not a big problem for us. Really hard working and always smiling. Food was good! I only disliked omelet, it had weird consistency 🤣 but everything else was super good and tasty

Our stay at the hotel was amazing! The room was spotless, comfortable, and beautifully decorated. The food was tasty and diverse — every meal felt special. The staff were kind, attentive, and always in a good mood

We recently stayed for 14 nights and really liked the hotel. We didn't use the beach or pool so cannot comment on that

We had room 402 which was lovely and spacious for the two of us with a nice size balcony and bathroom. There is a safe at a cost of €4 a day and AC which was free

Brilliant hotel, stayed here 7 nights and no complaints whatsoever! Brilliant view, room was clean and staff were very friendly. Great location with lots of shops around within walking distance

We stayed in room 513 and the housemaid is a super sweet and warm and lovely lady, please send my greetings to her again and Kevin the young waiter in the restaurant by this message😄

Thank you for giving us such a big room with a balcony. We had a late flight home and the hotel still let us to use the pool and a shower room after we have checked out

Rarely writing reviews but this hotel is the best! I can tell, od course, just from my experience! Best hotel ever! It justifies every single money spent on it