Hotels with pool in Crete

We spent 5 days in the Rethymno Palace as a couple, our teenage daughter and 4 of her friends. It's a nice hotel with indoor and outdoor pool and direct access to beach and sea

So nice to be able to alternate with ease from included beds on the sand to beach bar with a view of the sea and mountains and the smart grounds and poolside. The kind of hotel you would return to

Fantastic stay at an extremely friendly and professionally run hotel right on the beach. The rooms are spruce, bright and well maintained. We had a view right over the pool and palm trees

We were on an all exclusive deal and especially liked the fact that the many included cocktails etc (and coffees) at the two smart bars were made with care and served properly, so you do not feel like a second class citizen

Everyone we met around the hotel was so friendly, professional, and welcoming. The reception team in particular were exceptionally helpful and lovely, making us feel really looked after from the moment we arrived

So many places to sit comfortably sun or shade with delicious drinks and food on tap. All dressed smartly and clearly take pride in their work. Beach bar overlooking the sea - utterly idyllic and chic

We played tennis and spent most of the time around pools (there were 5 pools in the resort)

The room was great and cleaned everyday. The food on the buffet was so nice and the view from the hotel was breathtaking. Not one bad word to say. Great visit from start to finish.

Unique and vastly expansive property. It was so large that there was a whole other pool and another beach we didn’t even discover until the night before our last day

Rooms were comfortable and air conditioned. Get a room with a private pool in it. Those rooms are centrally located in the resort and well worth it

A taxi from the airport to the resort was about 30 min and 45 Euros. I recommend coordinating with the resort to schedule your pickup prior to your arrival. Staff was excellent and accommodating

The pool areas are small and there were not enough sunbeds and often 'reserved' by selfish people who think it's ok to do this and not turn up for hours despite a sign saying it was forbidden

This hotel is very good value for the cost… The staff are all amazingly friendly and attentive. The rooms are clean / room serviced everyday with fresh linen/towels. Its more than adequate for 4*

What I didn’t like was that there was no separation between smoking and non-smoking areas — people smoked everywhere: by the sea, by the pool, and even in the pool. Smoking was also allowed in the reception area

I missed having music playing by the pool throughout the day

We recommend this and say look beyond any negative reviews as it lovely!! Theres a lovely jewellery shop inside hotel with the man that makes the jewellery his name is Thanossis and he is lovely, i bought an earring and pendant set handmade that is beautiful!! All in all for the price we recommend this hotel as a lovely stay , relaxing with nice surroundings, beach and bars! Hope to see them again...

I have read bad reviews on the food here and all i can say is you must expect gourmet food at 4* prices- the food is delicious !! Cocktails are nice , again not fancy but you can pay if you want that, all inclusive drinks are adequate and generous served by friendly bar staff The entertainment team are super fun and so friendly

This is our last full day at Serita Beach hotel. We have been here for 9 nights and was here the same last October 2024! After having such a lovely holiday last year we came back with the family and grandchildren

There was a lack of sunbeds, so anyone who didn't put on a towel at 7 in the morning was just lying on the beach. And if by chance there was a deckchair left, it was out of order and you couldn't lie on it

We have struggled a bit with the cleaning service coming when our children had their afternoon sleep. But other than that we have had a great time. Food was delicious, every day there was something we liked

I walked around the neighborhood of the hotel - I found three desks, on average they asked 35-40 euros per day with a discount for more days

It is a bit visible the hotel is older, but things were clean and stuff was always willing to help

All the hotel staff were extremely friendly, polite, and helpful. The animation program was diverse and entertaining, creating a great atmosphere. The pool was always clean and well-maintained, perfect for relaxing

French agency would have their events in French, but when they saw someone does not speak French they would translate to English too. I definitely recommend staying at this hotel

There’s a mini Astro to play football on and the steps down to the beach right next to the pools. On the beach there’s a dedicated play space with a climbing frame

The hotel absolutely needs to ensure that all equipment around the pool is properly secured to prevent accidents like this. As for the rooms – they were clean and comfortable, but unfortunately not well soundproofed

I can’t speak positively enough about this hotel. We came as a family of 4 with a 4 year old and a 20 month old and everything about the hotel is so carefully thought about and children are really really well considered

There’s also a football area where people who are interested in soccer can have their fun. It was a great pleasure swimming at the pools during the day and even more pleasurable watching shows at the theatre at night

The pools are lovely with the main pool being big enough to swim lengths etc and have plenty of room when it’s busy and the children’s pool was fantastic for our girls and I’d imagine children up to at least 10-12

Plenty of indoor and outdoor space - you never feel like you’re on top of other guests. The whole hotel is spotlessly clean indoor and outdoor. I did read another review which said the Mountain View isn’t great

We struggled a bit with the toilet door lock which seemed to be old and the door handle wasn't very stable. This was our first time with all inclusive and we absolutely loved the food in the buffet restaurant

I left feeling relaxed, pain free and much lighter. Well worth giving up a few hours of sunbathing! In terms of overall expectation, it is important to know that the star rating in Greece is weighted around facilities

Blue Marine has a very peaceful location, so if you're looking for a relaxing experience and amazing views, this might be a great choice

Excellent as usual 13th time at his hotel we love it, food excellent and varied choices at each meat, staff very friendly and always helpful . This year he man pool is heated which is a plus

The sun loungers by the pool were all reserved at 7 am so it was nice that there were plenty of sun loungers also on the beach. Just beware that the lift between hotel and beach could be unreliable

We got stuck in the lift with two adults and a child (warm greetings if you're reading this!) and let's just say it wasn't a nice experience although the situation was handled quickly by the staff

Really comfy hotel room. Friendly check in and helpful staff. Nice location short walk to the beach. Sea view from balcony. Delicious breakfast!

A large hotel with usual facilities. Room was fine, though shower needs improvement as it wets the bathroom floor. Good choice of breakfast items. Location on main road not seafront so some road noise

Pool area and bars is as you would like it

The pool bar seemed to charge different prices when they changed staff for the evening shift. Mostly the staff were OK but one individual was quite rude to many of the guests in the dining room

The men's pool toilets should be closed off. Tiles broken and falling off the wall. As for the pool shower all I can say is Disgusting

The rooms were clean and well-maintained, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was relaxing and pleasant. I especially appreciated the helpfulness of the reception team, who were always ready to assist with a smile

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

This hotel mostly is for vacation at the pool. This hotel have 2 pools and close by acces to the beach. If you book this hotel be ready to pay extra for AC 12 € per night. Pay extra for beach sunbed 8€ per bed

The hotel area is really welcoming, clean and modern. Rooms have enough space and you don’t have to wonder where to put all your stuff when traveling with a friend or family

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

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

Breakfast was delicious with plenty of options, from savory to sweet

From the moment we arrived we were treated like valued guests. We were given wet face towels and a refreshing drink

It was hard to say goodbye yesterday. Always on the wall outside the main buffet restaurant and the bar outside with a bent ear. Have a great rest, roll on 2026!! Well done to all the staff, they all work incredibly hard

The resort is beautiful, our ocean front suite with private pool was incredible, the food was amazing, the staff were friendly and helpful and the overall experience was brilliant

Yes there were the odd few that weren't on the AI list but it was literally a handful - 90% were available - and nie they were too! Pool areas were also top notch

By the end of day one we were planning our next visit! Travelling with Crohn’s disease isn’t always easy, but Giannis and his staff were so incredibly helpful with food selections that they made our stay so very simple

A great bathroom (separate shower, toilet and sink), a large comfy bed, a massive flat screen TV, a nespresso coffee machine and a fully stocked fridge. We had an end room (632) and the balcony wrapped around the side

We still could enjoy the quiet evening there without freezing. Rooms are fully equipped with toaster, coffee maker fridge freezer and table for 4 ppl. Room was cleaned every day with fresh towels

Water and wine waited for us in the fridge, he served us with fresh orange juice 🍊🍊🍊 and gave us local raki when he found out that we like that 😄 Beautiful apartment with a very high standard 👍 We can highly recommend this place and we would love to come back!

Everything you need is within walking distance: the Atlas supermarket, bus stop, and other conveniences are just across the street. The host was absolutely fantastic—kind, welcoming, and always ready to help

I was pleasantly surprised by the very reasonable prices, especially given the prime location and the quality of service. It’s one of those rare places that balances charm and convenience perfectly

Lots of good local restaurants, the nicest overlooking the sea or a little way up in the hills behind. Dimitri, our very helpful and friendly host, made some useful recommendations

Wonderful Stay by the Beach! 🏖️ I had a truly lovely experience at this property. The location is unbeatable—right by the beach in a quiet, peaceful, and exceptionally clean area

We stayed at Caramel last week and can only praise the hotel. The accommodation was fantastic. We stayed in a bungalow with private pool

The hotel accommodation is arranged in separate buildings surrounding an amazing central pool and has a relaxed village feeling

Their support and kindness turned a problem into a positive experience, and I truly appreciate that. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and I even extended my stay because of how much I enjoyed it

I cannot praise the hotel enough but what makes it so special is the friendliness and helpfulness of every member of staff from front desk restaurant staff and room attendants

Beautifully designed hotel with amazing lagoon shaped saltwater pool in the center. Village-like plan but very upscale. Wonderful gardening, perfect maintenance and squeaky clean. Great service by real professionals

The pool was awesome and so was the beach area…. a truly wonderful experience all round!

I have very mixed feelings about the holiday. The hotel was nice, but our room wasn't. The private pool was full of flies and other insects and was tiny

Despite signs on them to say that people could not put towels on them and then disappear, this happened all the time and nobody rectified it. Suffice to say, we were pool-less for the entire holiday

The swimming pool and sun-lounge area was also an issue. Sun beds and loungers were full right from sun-up till sun-down

We love this property! It’s a beautiful location & all the staff members are so friendly & helpful from the front desk to the buffet servers. Also the buffet is the best I’ve ever seen and tasted

Views and design of the resort was the nicest we have ever experienced. There is no club on this resort for entertainment, it is a wellness/relaxing resort

From the moment we booked the service was amazing, the staff were able to arrange our taxi transfer from the airport making our arrival easy

This place is the nicest hotel, with the nicest beach and pool scene, along with the most helpful, friendliest staff. They even packed us to-go breakfasts on the day we left because we had an early transfer

Beautiful place! Staff was very friendly! Rooms were cleaned everyday, and at night house keeping would come in and see if you needed more waters or towels

This hotel is great and the breakfast and cleanliness are excellent

It would be nice if they would change it up with different options. Also, Maybe try covering up the fruits because there was nats flying around and landing on the fruit which was gross

The circular pool was amazing Sunbeds for everyone. Excellent hospitality from all staff. Beautiful grounds and the stunning palm garde

Beautiful hotel, very well looked after and maintained. Staff were all incredibly welcoming, helpful and progressional. Setting is stunning, direct access to the beach and walkable into the old town. Perfect get away

The hotel exudes luxury with top-notch amenities, including a stunning pool area with comfortable sunbeds perfect for relaxation. The beautifully decorated rooms also offer breathtaking views and are impeccably clean

We also got a room upgrade for the last two days with a private pool all for free !!!! Over all it was an incredible time and im sure im coming back to the resort, as soon as I can

Alright, I've removed "Crete, Greece" from the review: From the moment I arrived, I was enveloped in an atmosphere of unparalleled luxury and warmth. This hotel isn't just a place to stay; it's an experience

The staff are the heart of this establishment, each member radiating genuine friendliness and attentiveness, making every interaction a pleasure. Their dedication to guest satisfaction is truly remarkable

Our stay at Senseana Sea Side Resort & Aquadventure was truly exceptional, and what made it unforgettable was the incredible people who work there. From the very first day, we felt genuinely cared for

It was the combination of these luxurious accommodations, the staff's genuine care, the hotel's prime location, and the ease of exploring the area that made my stay truly unforgettable

We tried the spa- it is very relaxing and the massage by Elena was excellent. We booked a luxury villa with pool and see view- perfect for family with older children, as 2 bathrooms

I am a 5 star hotel traveller had many an experience good and bad, we ad a fantastic stay and we're treated with loving care throughout our stay, five star + to all the staff who made or stay a special experience

1) Location : The Royal Blue is just an oasis of calm , tucked away in an unspoilt area of Crete. There are no tavernas nearby or rowdy bars so this is not for you if you are looking for a party hotel

The infinity pool and view are stunning. You get 4 large bottles of water per day complimentary, there is a shop on site where you can buy water and other bits and pieces. Also a supermarket up the road

If they say ‘Home is where the heart is’ then The Royal Blue has certainly become our second home as it steals a small piece of our hearts every time we leave

This year he was joined by his young protégé, Grigoris who was doing a season after completing his national service. The two of them were the perfect double act and we couldn’t have felt more looked after

The location of the hotel is ideal. It is near all the local amenities. There is a supermarket around the corner which I believe is open until late. We found a little farmers market where we bought gifts

There is a lot do there on and off site. The atmosphere is very peaceful the white sofas in reception give that calming effect. with orange juice and are checked in very quickly

I forgot the lady's name but you checked us and you were lovely. We came off a late flight and we offered food which was very thoughtful. However a tour of the hotel would have been ideal at this point

Really beautiful hotel. Good food. Great location. The rooms opened to the private pool area are really great. Staff are very nice. Really quit and calm.

Fantastic Holiday from start to finish the most amazing experience, service beyond expectation. Breakfast was varied and very nice every day. Dinners were also especially nice

The pool was beautiful and highly recommend thd bar if you want a drink with a smile from Manos, thank you for your amazing service and coffee with cinnamon. Overall would return with no hesitation

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

There are so many fish in the bay - snorkel definitely required! If you like Greek food you’ll love it here - do loads of delicious authentic dishes! Rooms are a little dated, but have everything you need for a comfortable stay

Natalia was one of our waitresses who was very very good. As a whole the staff at Grecotel Meli Palace are brilliant. Very professional and helpful

A quiet atmospheric family place. Clean rooms. Excellent service. Friendly staff and professional manager. Tasty food. Highly recommend!

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

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...

Would recommend for families but couples seeking for a romantic time might want to look elsewhere

Best buffet in the world!!! Truly we couldn’t stop eating haha . Our room was very nice. Lovely pools . Really kids and family friendly. The water park is amazing also for adults

Property was visually beautiful. Lots of nice pools and great views. We were switched into a different room “equivalent” than what was booked. Need to have a car rented or you will be stuck in the property

Planning of the hotel is just not very thoughtful. Should have one funicular on both sides of this large hotel. The changing room for the swimming pool is like a 5 minutes walk away

Room service is helpful, but the selection is disappointing, so we give it a 3. The room with a private pool is okay; we used it once, but the water was freezing

My stay at The Royal Senses Hotel in Crete was truly exceptional. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed by the warm and friendly staff who made me feel right at home

Not only are there 2 pools, but also a sea down the street. You can ride jetskis in the sea. There's also a bar, an 8-ball place and a lot of shops nearby from this hotel

The hotel has a great pool deck, two well maintained pools, and plenty of sunbeds, and waiters are on hand all the time to bring drinks. A really nice resort hotel, well run, and great staff

I really love this place! I like the food from the buffet, you can choose what to eat in the morning or in the evening. The rooms are a little small for my liking though

June 25 was our first visit to this resort hotel. Our room was smallish but contained everything we needed. The overall facilities of the hotel were very good. Staff, very friendly and welcoming

However, I do like the feature where you let the cleaning ladies just clean your room. Not to mention the staff are really nice and they guide you through the room

The cool elevator had Greek music while you are inside! Pleasant relaxing smell in the lobby lounge made me feel like home and always welcomed. To the beach was 3 minutes walk

All in all a good place to stay, although well unfortunately won’t consider staying there in the future. Following aspects didn’t meet our expectations/were inconvenient: 1. Pool wasn’t heated (bad in autumn/winter) 2

Our stay for our honeymoon was amazing. The staff upgraded us to the most incredible room, and every single staff member is extremely kind and friendly. The all inclusive food was delicious and plentiful

I stayed at this hotel for 7 days, and my experience exceeded my expectations. The staff were lovely and attentive, and all my requests were fully satisfied. The food was tasty, with a good variety of options available

The hotel’s facilities were excellent, and the atmosphere was relaxing and welcoming. The only minor drawback was that the pool is quite small, but it doesn’t take away from the overall great experience

From the moment i arrived at the Palmera Spa Hotel, i knew I was in for something special. The atmosphere is the perfect blend of luxury and relaxation, modern comfort wrapped in a serene, welcoming setting

Food was well varied and always of good quality, we ate well every day, there were plenty of drink options. The garden with the sunlougers was very beautiful and was a nice place to ay in the sun and relax