Curated luxury hotels in Crete

When you stay at Istron Bay Hotel in Agios Nikolaos, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Agios Panteleímonas and Golden Beach. This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Voulisma Beach and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Karavostasi Beach.

Located in Apokoronas, Ventale Island Breeze Resort is by the sea – a 4-minute drive from Episkopi Beach and 5 minutes from Petres Beach. This beach hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Georgioupolis Beach and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Lake Kournas.

When you stay at Istron Bay Hotel in Agios Nikolaos, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Agios Panteleímonas and Golden Beach. This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Voulisma Beach and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Karavostasi Beach.

Set in Kato Daratso and with Iguana Beach reachable within 400 metres, Mossa Well Being Hotel - Heated pool and Wellness Spa offers concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has pool views, and guests can enjoy access to a hammam. A spa and wellness centre comprising a fitness centre, an outdoor swimming pool, a sauna, as well as a terrace can be used by all guests.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. All guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

Breakfast is available, and includes continental, vegan and gluten-free options.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling.

Municipal Garden is 1.3 km from Mossa Well Being Hotel - Heated pool and Wellness Spa, while Fransiscan Monastery of Agios Fragkiskos is 1.3 km from the property. Chania International Airport is 17 km away.

With a stay at Atlantica Ocean Beach Resort in Platanias, you'll be 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Platanias Beach and 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Agia Marina Beach. This all-inclusive property is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Stalos Beach and 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Kalamaki Beach.

With a stay at Azade Chania in Chania (Old Town Chania), you'll be steps from Old Venetian Harbor and 14 minutes by foot from Nea Chora Beach. This luxury hotel is 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Port of Souda and 6.8 mi (11 km) from Agia Marina Beach.

When you stay at Galini Palace Resort Hotel in Platanias, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Gonia Monastery and Orthodox Academy of Crete. This beach hotel is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Agia Marina Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Tavrontis Beach.

Offering a shared pool and a restaurant, the beachfront Swell Boutique Hotel is located in Rethymno Town. It features elegantly decorated accommodation with a furnished balcony and views over the Cretan Sea. Free WiFi access is available throughout.

Fitted with Coco-Mat mattresses and pillows, all air-conditioned rooms and suites of Swell come with a flat-screen, satellite TV. Each is equipped with a mini fridge and a dining table, while some have a separate living room. A hairdryer and free toiletries are included in the private bathroom.

Guests may enjoy refreshing drinks and light meals at the property’s snack bar. A selection of lunch and dinner dishes is prepared at the on-site restaurant.

A spa area including a sauna, steam bath, hot tub and massage room is available and its facilities can be used at an extra charge. Sun loungers are offered at the terrace by the pool. Other facilities include water sports facilities, a shared lounge and luggage storage. Sun loungers and umbrellas are featured on the beach, at extra charge.

Several shops can be found within short walking distance and Fortezza Castle is 500 metres away.The hotel is 1.4 km from Historical and Folk Art Museum, 1.4 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno and 1.3 km from Venetian Harbour. Heraklion International Airport is 80 km away.

When you stay at 9 Muses Santorini Resort in Santorini, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Perissa Beach and Perivolos Beach. This luxury hotel is 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Athinios Port and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Ancient Thira.

With a stay at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa in Platanias, you'll be 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Orthodox Academy of Crete and 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Afrata Beach. This luxury hotel is 10 mi (16.1 km) from War Shelter of Platanias and 10.2 mi (16.5 km) from Platanias Beach.

With a stay at Molos Bay Hotel in Kissamos, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Mávros Mólos and a 2-minute drive from Kissamos Stadium. This beach hotel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Port of Kissamos and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Telónio Beach.

When you stay at Rocabella Santorini Hotel & SPA in Santorini, you'll be by the ocean – a 1-minute drive from Santorini Caldera and 8 minutes from Oia Blue Dome Church Viewpoint. This family-friendly hotel is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Athinios Port and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Oia Castle.

With a stay at Maistros Village, you'll be centrally located in Santorini – a 3-minute drive from Santorini Caldera and 10 minutes from Athinios Port. This luxury hotel is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Kamari Beach and 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Ancient Thira.

With a stay at Bellonias Villas, you'll be centrally located in Santorini – a 1-minute drive from Kamari Beach and 11 minutes from Athinios Port. This beach hotel is 4.9 mi (8 km) from Santorini Caldera and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Ancient Thira.

Standing majestically on the edge of the cliffs, Volcano View boasts a restaurant with Caldera view, and 3 swimming pools overlooking the volcano, the sea and the famous Santorini sunset.

All guestrooms have a private balcony or terrace overlooking the sea and the volcano. They are equipped with individual climate control units, satellite TV and hairdryer.

Volcano View by Caldera Collection is comprised of three areas, the Hotel, perched atop the caldera cliffs offering fantastic views of the sea, the VIP Villas consisting of 7 luxury villas with private pools, and the affordable rooms, which benefit from the hotel’s facilities.

The Caldera restaurant is open for a la carte meals from 13:00 to 22:00 and you can choose from a wide selection of traditional Santorini and Greek appetizers, fresh crispy salads, international cuisine and desserts, while admiring the unique view of Santorini’s Caldera. Greek breakfast can also be enjoyed daily.

Volcano View is just a short drive from the centre of Fira. The reception desk is open 24 hours for assistance and enquiries, and guests are provided with free transfer to and from the town.

A stay at Rimondi Boutique Hotels places you in the heart of Rethymno, steps from Rimondi Fountain and Neratze Mosque and Minaret. This luxury aparthotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lady of Angels Church and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Municipal Gallery of Lefteris Kanakakis.

With a stay at Chrispy Waterpark Resort in Platanias, you'll be 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Afrata Beach and 6.9 mi (11 km) from Agia Marina Beach. This all-inclusive hotel is 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from Agioi Apostoloi Beach and 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete.

With a stay at Hotel Christina in Chania (Chania Town), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Nea Chora Beach and within a 5-minute drive of Old Venetian Harbor. This beach hotel is 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from Port of Souda and 6 mi (9.6 km) from Agia Marina Beach.

When you stay at Corissia Princess Hotel in Apokoronas, you'll be near the bay, within a 10-minute walk of Georgioupolis Beach and Kalyváki. This beach hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Lake Kournas and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Episkopi Beach.

Althea Village is 600 metres away from the beach of Agioi Apostoloi. It offers 4 swimming pools, a traditional restaurant, a gym and 2 bars, as well as various accommodation types, all with private balcony.

The Althea Village rooms, apartments and suites are decorated in a traditional style and each of them features its own private balcony, air conditioning, refrigerator, satellite TV, telephone and safe.

Guests enjoy 2 swimming pools for adults, plus 2 pools for children, and an extensive sunbathing terrace with sun loungers and umbrellas.

Cretan cuisine is served at the traditional tavern Aktaion. The pool-side snack bar Elia serves drinks, cocktails or snacks under the shade of an ancient olive tree.

Bar Artemis offers table tennis tables, pool tables and electronic games. Althea Village also offers a playground and a gym.

The centre of Chania is 4 km away and is connected with regular bus service. Within a short distance from the Althea Village, guests can find water sports, horse riding and mini golf facilities.