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Minos Palace Resort

Crete, Greece

Minos Palace Resort: A Serene Adults-Only Escape in Crete 

A place of tranquility and seclusion, Minos Palace Resort is an exclusive adults-only retreat set on a private peninsula near Agios Nikolaos. Suites with private or shared pools, crafted from natural materials and defined by clean, contemporary design, offer views over the Cretan landscape, the town, or the open sea. Each accommodation features a private terrace or balcony – always with a sense of spaciousness. The hotel comprises a total of 150 rooms and suites, including accessible options. 

The hotel’s dining experience includes Mom Restaurant, open all day with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and Amar Restaurant, a beachfront spot serving Mediterranean cuisine for dinner. Nama Pool Bar boasts stunning views of the infinity pool and sea, featuring cocktails from Baba Au Rum, ranked among The World’s 50 Best Bars. Guests can also unwind at Mosa Beach Bar, set on the private sandy beach. 

At Nao Wellbeing Center, wellness is built on four pillars: nutrition, sleep, movement, and self-mastery. Upon arrival, guests can complete a questionnaire, consult with an expert, and receive a personalized program. The center combines science and holistic therapies, offering sleep programs tailored to individual rhythms, as well as advanced assessments of respiratory function, cardiovascular fitness, and metabolism. Longevity programs are also available, ranging from one to 14 days. 

Active guests can enjoy the indoor & outdoor gym, tennis court, and diving & watersports center, along with blue and electric bikes for exploring the surroundings. 

A great introduction to Cretan culture starts with a visit to Kritsa, a traditional village where guests can explore the Xombli weaving workshop and meet local artisans preserving ancient crafts. Another must-visit is Spinalonga, a striking island with Venetian fortresses and a rich history, best explored with a knowledgeable guide. Nearby villages such as Elounda, Plaka, Vrouhas, and Fourni also offer authentic Cretan experiences, and private wine tastings at local wineries can be arranged. Some activities are available year-round, while others are best enjoyed from April to October or June to October. 

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SGH Criteria

Sustainability Criteria

    • 80% of the staff are local
    • 94% of suppliers are local
    • Barrier-free access and barrier free rooms are available
    • More than 20 staff trainings so far in health & safety and environmental programs
    • More than 60 kg of plastic bottle caps have been donated for a good cause
    • More than 75 bottles of blood have been donated to local hospitals during two volunteer blood drives
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    Community
    • Minos Palace Resort and staff conduct regular beach cleanups
    • Landscaping is carried out with native species
    • The hotel avoids pesticides and any harmful paints and products
    • The property offers activities to promote the local culture
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    Conservation
    • The hotel is ISO 14001:2015 certified. It was Travelife certified in the category of Gold in 2021, 2022 and 2023, and Green Key in 2022
    • The current carbon footprint is just 8.37 kg of CO2 per guest per night, lower than the average
    • Energy efficient building (insulations, walls, windows)
    • The property has solar panels to produce electricity
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    Energy
    • The hotel was built using mainly natural materials
    • Rooms are equipped with furniture made of organic materials
    • Fabrics are made of organic materials, and even staff uses organic fashion
    • Use of reusable towels in public areas
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    Materials
    • Single use plastic free across all departments (including amenities)
    • Products are purchased in bulk
    • Waste is separated and recycled
    • Compostable capsules for coffee
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    Waste
    • Spa products and amenities are certified organic
    • Spa offers holistic treatments with local ingredients
    • Hotel offers electric bikes
    • Hotel offers yoga
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    Wellness

Features & Activities

  • 24h Room Service
    24h Room Service
  • Adults only 18+
    Adults only 18+
  • Bar at Hotel
    Bar
  • Beach
    Beach
  • Culture
    Culture
  • Diving center nearby
    Diving
  • Gym at the Hotel
    Gym
  • Hotel Close to Nature
    Nature
  • Hotel offers mind, body wellness retreats
    Retreats
  • Spa Treatments Available
    Spa
4.7
868 Google Reviews
Mist
in the last week
Minos Palace is one of the most beautiful resort locations I will ever visit. Their gardens, private beach pathways and pool areas are all very thoughtfully designed and really put one in a restful mood. The tennis courts at the hotel are ok, some deep cracks in the surface near the baseline but still playable. Minos Palace is one of the most beautiful resort locations I will ever visit. Their gardens, private beach pathways and pool areas are all very thoughtfully designed and really put one in a restful mood. The tennis courts at the hotel are ok, some deep cracks in the surface near the baseline but still playable. The provided rackets were also a little flimsy, especially with the very poor quality grips. This should be fixable with a few € spent on some over-grips. The restaurant offers an excellent breakfast and dinner buffet service, showing off the best of Greek cuisine in addition to many other flavours. The waiting staff were always friendly and attentive, providing a great service throughout our stay. To note: the indoor pool and spa areas are all extras one must pay for. This was a slight annoyance for me, especially given that the outdoor pool was cold as stone and the weather occasionally made swimming in the ocean challenging. However, I understand the appeal of an exclusive indoor pool spa experience. Overall it’s a lovely hotel with an A* restaurant and top tier staff, some of the amenities feel a little imperfect but it is made up for by the excellent sculpting of the environment. [...]
Imane B
a month ago
Just returned from a week stay at this hotel and left my heart there 🌀🤍 Beautiful space, atmosphere and friendly staff who upgraded our room as our initial one was small. just to clarify, we weren’t aware this is on the Eastern side of Crete, Agios Nikolaos is at least 4 hrs from Chania, to Just returned from a week stay at this hotel and left my heart there 🌀🤍 Beautiful space, atmosphere and friendly staff who upgraded our room as our initial one was small. just to clarify, we weren’t aware this is on the Eastern side of Crete, Agios Nikolaos is at least 4 hrs from Chania, to which we were planning to visit - but decided to just bask in this beauty instead for a relaxed break. The hotel has private access to a sand beach as well to rocky sides. The food is exceptional, The pool is beautiful and the Spa refreshing. I miss the shampoo and lotions used in rooms, I wish they sold them too! Although this hotel is Adults only, Minos Beach, just a 10 minute walk from it, and owned by the same owner is kids friendly! And has 50+ artworks installed across the property. We discovered this when we went for dinner at Bouillabaisse restaurant and it turned out it was in Minos Beach. We asked them if we could have our breakfast there the next morning and they happily welcomed us and let us swim on their beach as well (it was so gorgeous). The only down side was that i was craving friend calamari on the beach but it was never on any beach bar menu. Their buffet food is exceptional and better than the bar orders in my opinion. Highly recommend if you’re looking to zone out and relax. [...]
Laura Cleary
a month ago
A superb choice for a peaceful trip to recharge in beautiful surroundings. There is so much to recommend Minos Palace: the design of the hotel is clearly intended to maximize privacy and space for all guests. The onsite restaurants are excellent - thoughtful choices with wellness baked in but not compromising on choice or taste. A superb choice for a peaceful trip to recharge in beautiful surroundings. There is so much to recommend Minos Palace: the design of the hotel is clearly intended to maximize privacy and space for all guests. The onsite restaurants are excellent - thoughtful choices with wellness baked in but not compromising on choice or taste. The seafood and fish was especially excellent. Beautifully appointed rooms and a superb pool, private beach, gym and spa. Most of all though, the staff could not have done a better job of ensuring we had the most restful and enjoyable time possible - the beach bar, restaurants, reception and housekeeping teams were all so thoughtful, professional and warm in their interactions with us - they truly took the experience from good to excellent. I hope the management team are aware of the talent they have on hand! [...]

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Minos Palace Resort is in Lassithi, Eastern Crete, just over 1.5 km from the coastal town of Agios Nikolaos, featuring a private sandy beach. The hotel is easily accessible, located 50 minutes from Heraklion Airport (HER), 60 minutes from Heraklion Port, and 180 minutes from Chania Airport (CHQ).

Minos Palace Resort
Minos Palace Resort, Ágios Nikolaos, Grecia
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