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Facing the beachfront, Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels offers 5-star accommodation in Rethymno Town and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. Among the various facilities of this property are a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. It is our second time at the Nautilux Crete. The first time we became in love with everything. The beauty of the Hotel. Extremely clean and comfortable. Very new and well maintained. The staff is the best. Always with a smile on the face. We love the minimalism and modern design of this Hotel. The beach. The view. The service at the pool and at the beach. The food is amazing. This time we receive an upgrade and the suite with the jacuzzi was wonderful. We just have good things to share with the others. Absolutely nothing to complain.

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9.6
Exceptional
1,231 reviews
Price from
US$188
per night

Located in Chania Town, 2 km from Koum Kapi Beach, Lagon Life Spirit Boutique Hotel - Adults Only provides accommodation with free private parking, a fitness centre and a bar. With a garden, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features an indoor pool, spa centre and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel itself is very pleasant and well decorated. The staff is very friendly and willing to help you in anyway they can. Our room was even better than in the photos, spacious, comfortable, A/C, Wi-fi, personal swimming pool and long chairs, with everything you might need during your stay. The breakfast was high quality, you do have to chose in advance, meaning the previous day, what you will want but it's well worth it and with lots of options to chose from. Another positive point was a parking spot in their garage since we had a rented car. The hotel also has a little gym room, pool and spa, which we end up not using due to other activities we had planned but it looked nice and can be a plus for some people. Lastly, the location is good if you want to escape the "city center rush" and have a beautiful (but distant) view on the port and shore. However going to the center of Chania will require some compromise. We had our own car so it was fine to go but finding a parking spot (in particular for free) can be a challenge. Walking is possible but it will take quite some time. The alternatives are then bus or taxi, which give you less freedom or the need to pay. In any case, we truly enjoyed the entire experience, we were definitely happy with our stay!

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9.6
Exceptional
1,412 reviews
Price from
US$244
per night

Featuring a magnificent outdoor pool and a restaurant, the 5-star NEMA Design Hotel & Spa - Adults Only offers accommodation in Analipsi of Hersonissos. The resort features a private sandy beach. Free WiFi is available in all areas. It was nice clean friendly and helpful staff

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9.2
Superb
1,127 reviews

The 58 elegantly decorated rooms and suites feature the latest facilities such as private telephone line with voice mail, satellite TV, complimentary WiFi, safe, mini fridge, soundproof windows, sprinklers and smoke detectors. The bathrooms are equipped with a TV, a telephone, a hairdryer, slippers, bathrobes and luxury toiletries. Additional amenities, such as spa bath, are provided in some rooms and suites. Everything! Staff is VERY friendly and polite! Breakfast is amazing with a lot of tasty things! Soundproof works really well so you’re not hearing the noise of taking off airplanes. Outdoor pool has nice panoramic view to areas located around🥰

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9.2
Superb
2,428 reviews
Price from
US$140
per night

Built amphitheatrically on a hillside of Elounda, beachfront Elounda Infinity Exclusive Resort & Spa - Adults Only offers a view of Elounda bay and the island of Spinalonga. The 5-star resort boasts an outdoor pool, two restaurants & 2 bars. A brand-new, high-standard hotel. We received an upgrade to a stunning suite. Wonderful infinity pools and a very attentive staff. We enjoyed it very much.

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9
Superb
1,492 reviews
Price from
US$251
per night

Located in Heraklion's elegant district, this 5-star hotel offers 2 gourmet restaurants, a free wellness centre and a large freshwater pool. Luxurious rooms feature balconies with pool and city views.

Air-conditioned rooms are equipped with pure Egyptian cotton linen and pure wellness or hypoallergenic rooms are available. Some units feature whirlpools. Excellent service and very clean

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9.1
Superb
1,873 reviews
Price from
US$176
per night

With magnificent sea views from a rocky headland above Aghios Nikolaos Bay, this adults-only resort blends together all the ingredients for a relaxing holiday.

Take time out to relax by the swimming pool or rest by the lapping waves of the hotel's private beach, where you can try various water-sports. What an amazing hotel to stay in... pure luxury!

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9.4
Superb
1,126 reviews
Price from
US$267
per night

Featuring a garden, a restaurant as well as a bar, Elysia Boutique Hotel is located in the centre of Chania Town, 1 km from Koum Kapi Beach. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Our experience at the Elysia hotel was truly wonderful! The hotel is located in the center of chania and is just a couple minutes walk from the beautiful old town. The stuff were extremely kind, sensitive and tuned and made our time there the best it could be, and The breakfast and all the amanities the hotel provieded were amazing! Thank you so much for your hospitality, we will definitely be back soon❤️🙏

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9.8
Exceptional
131 reviews
Price from
US$167
per night

Rocca a Mare Heraklion - Handwritten Collection features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a terrace and restaurant in Heraklio Town. This 5-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Amazing and very helpful staff. Very polite and always willing to give you advises about everything we asked. Top location with very good restaurants near by and amazing sea front view. Stunning roof top pool with very kind barman and very reasonable prices. All in all amazing

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9
Superb
198 reviews
Price from
US$101
per night

Located in Chania Town, 1.1 km from Koum Kapi Beach, Nearchou Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service, a tour desk and free WiFi. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. Breakfast was outstanding, lots of bread, pastries, cooked to order eggs. Owner Tammy was very friendly and provided trip recommendations. They have worked very hard for several years to make this hotel a reality, and it's a standout in so many respects. Amalia was very friendly and loves also providing restaurant recommendations, we're glad we were able to eat in one of her top 3 restaurants, Gramvousa. George also provided us with great tips to visit the Samaria gorge, which in our view, is a top place to visit. Room was large, with jacuzzi, located just a short walk from the main harbor. I would recommend it without hesitation. There is parking in front of the hotel for just 3 cars, reserved for the hotel guests. If arriving late, you can always park nearby on the same road, preferably on a spot before reaching the hotel.

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9.8
Exceptional
166 reviews
Price from
US$174
per night

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