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Minos Palace Resort

Minos Palace Resort

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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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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
737 Google Reviews
Mihali Alexandra
in the last week
Very nice and clean hotel with wonderful garden and view. The hotel is well maintained, the view and the surroundings are beautiful, a silent place and the private beach is a plus. The only downside are that the service is a bit slow and you have to wake up in the morning to find a Very nice and clean hotel with wonderful garden and view. The hotel is well maintained, the view and the surroundings are beautiful, a silent place and the private beach is a plus. The only downside are that the service is a bit slow and you have to wake up in the morning to find a place to stay on the sunbeds. It is a 5 star hotel that worth to be visited. [...]
Mariam N
4 weeks ago
We truly loved the hotel itself - the design is minimal, and beautifully executed. The private beach is stunning, with crystal blue water and a lovely setting. Dinner was a real highlight, with an impressive food selection (and especially delicious desserts). Service at both the beach bar and the main bar also stood out - We truly loved the hotel itself - the design is minimal, and beautifully executed. The private beach is stunning, with crystal blue water and a lovely setting. Dinner was a real highlight, with an impressive food selection (and especially delicious desserts). Service at both the beach bar and the main bar also stood out - the girls there were friendly and helpful. Housekeeping was fantastic as well, with our room refreshed twice a day (!!) which we really appreciated. Also, we absolutely loved yoga sessions. That said, there are a few areas where the experience fell short of a true 5-star resort: - Outside of the bars mentioned, service felt… average. It wasn’t terrible, but it lacked the attentiveness and professionalism expected at this level. Waiters and reception often seemed disorganized, slow, and at times even a bit unfriendly. - The pricing in the hotel restaurants is excessive. For example, €18 for a chicken sandwich on the beach that looked worse than a gas station sandwich is unacceptable for a luxury property, in my opinion. - Breakfast was fine, but the selection was repetitive day after day. More variety, similar to what’s offered at dinner, would definitely improve the experience. - Charging for water at dinner feels weird, especially since water is complimentary at breakfast and dinner is part of the package. Charging for water during lunch could make sense to me since it isn’t included, but not dinner. - Finally, the air conditioning in the room was too weak and did not properly cool the space. Overall, the hotel has incredible potential, but a few details need improvement. [...]
Pillar Khweis
a month ago
We stayed at Minos Palace Hotel and it was such a great experience. The rooms are very clean with comfortable beds, and the staff is extremely friendly. The whole atmosphere is calm, relaxing, and quiet—perfect for unwinding. The spa is amazing and very helpful, definitely a highlight of the stay. The location is about 1 We stayed at Minos Palace Hotel and it was such a great experience. The rooms are very clean with comfortable beds, and the staff is extremely friendly. The whole atmosphere is calm, relaxing, and quiet—perfect for unwinding. The spa is amazing and very helpful, definitely a highlight of the stay. The location is about 1 hour from Heraklion, but honestly you don’t really need to leave the resort—it’s designed for quality time away from stress. At the same time, it’s only a 10-minute ride to the port, where you can find a few nice cafés and restaurants. Overall, it’s the perfect place if you want to disconnect, recharge, and enjoy a peaceful holiday. [...]

Location

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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).

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