location: Crete

On the north coastline of Crete, Village Heights Golf Resort is nestled amongst lush landscaped gardens and offers breathtaking views of Hersonissos. In true traditional Cretan Village style studios, apartments and villas are beautifully designed to suit every taste. Village Heights Golf Resort offers a full host of amenities and features to ensure a restful stay. Guests can enjoy a wide range of leisure facilities within the Resort including three pools (one indoor), a wellness centre, kids club as well as numerous dining and entertainment venues.

In addition, the Crete Golf Club is just 2km away, with incomparable views and special rates on greens fees. Located 30km east of Heraklion within close proximity to all historical sites and landmarks, the Resort is perfectly positioned to experience the unmatched magnificence of Crete.

The Vritomartis hotel is a unique, special hotel for naturists. Built in a fantastic location it combines views to the sea and mountains with the virgin and wild nature. It is located just 2km from Sfakia Chora and is the ideal location for naturists who like to enjoy the peace that this land offers. The resort has a 25m swimming pool and guests may choose from the many daily activities and excursions to the important sites of the region. As a family hotel, there are special facilities for children.

The Vanisko hotel is located 2.5km from the center of Heraklion. A long sandy beach lies 300m from the hotel. The sea breeze creates a cool, pleasant environment. The hotel features comfortable, fully equipped rooms, swimming pool (for adults and children), restaurant, snack bar, multi functional room, game room and a cafeteria.

The Vasia Ormos is just outside the town of Aghios Nikolaos and it is built on a bay, overlooking the sea. It is an excellent choice for those who seek relaxation, as they will enjoy the wonderful views from the hotel. The Vasia Ormos features 40 minimally appointed rooms. The simplicity of its architectural style make it an ideal place for relaxing and unforgettable holidays.

The Vasia Zephyros Boutique Hotel is situated in Stalida, a charming small town overlooking the Cretan Sea. The hotel combines the beauty of the Cretan nature with the summer beat of the small town. It offers elegant double rooms, modern facilities, an excellent location by the sea, with direct access to a beautiful sandy beach, stunning sunsets and breathtaking views.

The Veneto is an old Venetian manor, located in the heart of the old town of Rethymno. It has been renovated with respect to the style and architecture of the building. The six studios and four suites take guests on a journey to the charm of the past while offering them modern amenities of today.

The Themis Beach is a 4 star hotel in Kokkini Chani and offers views of the blue sea and the beach. The hotel is built in the typical Cretan architectural style and stands out for its comfort and cleanliness. The restaurant hosts theme nights and offers panoramic sea views. The main bar, featuring a large veranda with views of the swimming pool and the beautiful beach, serves drinks, fresh juices and ice cream.

Just 4km west of the city of Chania and 80m from the beach, the newly built Talos Hotel offers spacious accommodation at the seaside village of Aghii Apostoli. The fully equipped studios and apartments have a kitchenette and a spacious balcony with a view. Guests have many swimming options as there are three beaches near the hotel.

The Thalassa Beach Resort and Spa in Ayia Marina of Chania offers “romantic” services exclusively for couples, like treatments for two at the Thalassa spa, refined dining with seafront options, selected daily activities and evening entertainment. It boasts luxurious rooms and many facilities for carefree holidays for two, like relaxation under the sun around the pool or the beach. The hotel offers Greek cooking lessons and Greek folk dancing seminars.

Situated in the historic village of Kapetaniana, perched on the rocky slopes of the mountain range of Asterousia, the Thalori hotel combines authentic Cretan hospitality with a variety of mountain and sea activities. The Thalori consists of 20 traditional houses, each with its own distinctive personality. The houses are an integral part of the village, maintaining their Cretan architecture and combining traditional aesthetics with modern comfort. Guests may enjoy traditional food and take part in suggested activities.

The Theartemis Palace is situated in the city of Rethymno. The privileged location of the hotel, just 200m from the sandy beach and 15min from the old town, allows guests to explore the city and enjoy its nightlife. During their stay at the hotel, guests can relax in their spacious room, enjoy their meals at the restaurant and snack bars, or relax at the swimming pools.

The Stone Village hotel is a 12 minute walk from the beach. This hotel complex, laid out in village style, is situated in Bali, Crete and offers furnished, self-catering apartments with many modern amenities, three swimming pools, sauna and also features a small raki distillery. The restaurant serves traditional Cretan dishes with products from the farm of Stone Village.

The SunConnect Zorbas Village is situated in Anissara, in the wider region of Hersonisos in the prefecture of Heraklion. The hotel consists of bungalows and is ideal for couples and families who want to enjoy a unique experience. The complex has 221 bungalows, two suites and facilities such as children’s playground and swimming pool, as well as a SPA with sauna, hammam, Jacuzzi, indoor pool and a fully equipped gym.

The Smartline Sergios Hotel is a comfortable adults only hotel situated in Chersonisos. It consists of 94 modern double rooms equipped to meet the needs of guests. The hotel offers all inclusive accommodation, restaurants and bars with an all inclusive list with cocktails, drinks and refreshments to enjoy by the pool or at the lobby bar.

The Smartline Vasia Village is situated in the quiet fishing village of Sisi on Crete. The hotel blends simplicity and impeccable service in friendly and welcoming surroundings and is the ideal choice for relaxation and fun with family and friends. The hotel features water slides and children’s swimming pools, an outdoor area filled with local flowers and 87 rooms with stunning views of the gardens, the swimming pool or the sea.

The Sitia Beach Resort & Spa is situated in the picturesque town of Sitia at the Prefecture of Lasithi. The hotel has recently been renovated and offers double rooms with garden or sea views, suites, and family bungalows. Facilities include three outdoor swimming pools with fresh water, one for children, free beach towels, sun beds and umbrellas for the hotel guests, sport facilities, a playground, two multi purpose halls, a modern spa and sports center and two fully equipped halls suitable for social functions.

The 5 star uniquely designed Aegean Pearl is a hotel set on the coastal road of Rethymno with a view of the Aegean and just 2.2km away from the city center. The hotel has rooms that offer top quality hospitality and comfort. Simple meals or unique dinners as well as imaginative drinks will make the guests’ visit memorable. As for entertainment, there are Cretan and Greek folk dances, dance evenings with a live orchestra or a DJ, magic shows, and contests.

The Pearl Beach Hotel is located at the end of the coastal road of Rethymno, the favorite “promenade” outside town and at the same time not far from it. From the room verandas, the lounge and the bar guests may enjoy views of the sea and the stunning sunset. A private beach, swimming pools, a spa, restaurant, a bar, shops, a congress hall and parking are among the many services provided by the hotel.

The Sentido Vasia Resort & Spa is located in the quiet fishing village of Sisi on Crete. The hotel has been awarded a golden Travelife award for its commitment to sustainability and for the environmental and social sensitivity that it shows in its daily activities. The hotel interiors are cozy and welcoming, while the 250 deluxe suites and tastefully decorated rooms that blend modern aesthetics with traditional Cretan elements meet all the guests’ requirements and provide unforgettable holidays.

The Serenissima Boutique Hotel is a 5 star boutique hotel, housed in a Venetian building, which features two rooms and five suites. The hotel is situated in the narrow streets of the old Venetian port of Chania. Its main feature is the natural but restored Turkish hammam. The restoration of the building has been made with respect to its original design while retaining the modern conveniences of a luxury hotel.