The Original Sustainable Cretan Resort, Nestled Against Rolling Olive Groves and Avocado Trees
Founded in the early 1990s, Pilot Beach Resort was conceived with a deep respect for social and environmental care. Set amidst rolling olive groves and avocado trees near the Georgioupolis sea, the resort offers a harmonious blend of nature and comfort. Its open-air bungalows and suites, decorated in jewel tones with simple furnishings, provide a tranquil space to unwind while reflecting Crete's natural beauty and understated elegance.
The resort is deeply integrated with the local environment. Around 30% of its food needs are sourced directly from its own organic farms, which produce olive oil, fresh avocados, fruits, and a variety of vegetables. Guests are invited to immerse themselves in local traditions through cooking and weaving demonstrations in a traditional Cretan home. The farm-to-table philosophy extends to the resort’s four restaurants, where guests can enjoy authentic Mediterranean flavors prepared with local ingredients. From buffet-style meals to à la carte fine dining, the culinary offerings cater to diverse palates. Three bars on-site serve refreshing cocktails, premium wines, and light bites, perfect for enjoying after a day of exploration or relaxation.
The resort’s wellness offerings include a serene spa with treatments inspired by local ingredients, such as honey massages known for their detoxifying and rejuvenating properties. For active travelers, the resort features tennis courts with natural grass and opportunities to explore Crete’s landscape through guided excursions.
Pilot Beach Resort is family-friendly, with dedicated spaces and activities for younger guests. The splash pool, designed for children under eight, ensures safe water fun, while the resort’s Blue Flag-certified beach provides a pristine setting for swimming and sunbathing. Four pools are available, each catering to different preferences, from serene relaxation to family-friendly fun.
Whether you’re enjoying breakfast overlooking the Aegean, lounging by the beach, or indulging in a fresh Cretan meal, Pilot Beach Resort offers a seamless balance of sustainability, cultural heritage, and modern comfort. Spend your day wandering through olive groves, savoring Mediterranean dishes made from the resort's farms, or unwinding with a cocktail at sunset by the sea.ort’s Blue Flag awarded beach, or swim in one of the four pools, including a splash pool for those under eight.
Sustainability Criteria
- Pilot Beach Resort employs local staff, engages its staff in social work and donates to charities
- The resort offers Greek brands in its store
- Guests are encouraged to explore local culture
- beach is awarded with the “Blue Flag”, a program of environmental awareness and protection which is implemented every year in more than 40 countries in Europe and other parts of the world
- There is also a traditional Cretan house and there are demonstrations of cooking, weaving, wine and olive production.
- Pilot Beach Resort tracks its energy using LED light throughout and motion sensor lights in public areas
- Solar panels produce green electricity
- The restaurant provides an extra vegan/vegetarian menu as well as organic meat and dairy
- Pilot Beach is integrated into nature and consists of organic crops with 3,000 olives, avocados, vegetables (tomatoes, zucchini, cucumbers, peppers, eggplants, etc.) and fruits (Melons)
- All food is sourced locally, either from the property’s own vegetable garden or from the island
- Pilot Beach Resort is single-use plastic free., including in-room bottles
- Waste is separated and recycled. Toiletries are offered in dispensers and all waste is seperated and recycled
- Guest communication is with electronic signs only
- Water consumption is tracked consciously and water-saving appliances are installed throughout
- Wastewater is being treated and reused for irrigation
- continuously update and prompt our staff to save water.
- All taps are equipped with water saving devices-sensors on all faucets for automatic closing.
- We have installed water consumption meters throughout the buildings so that we immediately repair any leak.
- Cisterns are equipped with turbofan water mechanisms.
- We use shower heads and water spray taps with air saving rates 12 and 65 liters per day.
- We change sheets and towels on guests’ request in order to save water and energy from washing.
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Features & Activities
- 24h Room Service
- Bar at Hotel
- Beach
- Concierge Service Available
- Family Friendly Hotel
- Gym at the Hotel
- Hotel Close to Nature
- Pool at the Property
- Spa Treatments Available
- Tennis Courts
ACTIVITIES:
The hotel offers a variety of activities. For example, guests can enjoy a floodlit tennis and basketball court, a mini soccer field, table tennis, volleyball, and more. An animation team additionally provides daily entertainment and fitness activities. You can take the Pilot Train, the hotel’s own small train, for a ride to Lake Kournas every morning and a tour of Georgioupolis village every evening.
The city of Chania is just a 40-minute drive away. Heraklion can be reached in about 1.5 hours by car. In both cities, you can admire the sights, stroll through the beautiful old town and do some shopping or sit down in a cafe on the waterfront.
SPA & FITNESS:
The hotel offers a special health, beauty and fitness program using local and natural products. You can book a treatment for your face, body, and mind in the spa, have a relaxing time in the sauna or steam bath, or book a manicure or pedicure. You can also take part in yoga and Pilates classes.
In the fully equipped gym you can work out all day and book a personal trainer.
The hotel also offers different classes every day. You can participate in outdoor Tabata, Body Flex, Aqua Zumba, and more.
POOL & BEACH:
There are 4 pools waiting for you in the outdoor complex. The largest pool with an area of 1800sqm, as well as a slightly smaller pool, ideal for children, are located near the main building and have sunbeds. Another pool is located close to the beach. In addition, there is an indoor pool.
The beach is located next to the hotel and is a private beach with a length of 400 meters. Sun loungers and shallow waters with good access to the sea await you.
FAMILY:
The service of the hotel is very family oriented. Numerous supervised activities await the children. An animation team takes care of daily sports activities like the Olympic games or entertainment like pirate days or magic shows. In the 2 kids clubs for kids and tweens, the little guests can make new friends while taking part in painting classes or pizza baking.
- The beach is guarded, and its shallow waters make it ideal for kids. There are slides at the children’s pool.
- The hotel provides extra beds upon request and for a fee. A babysitting service is also offered upon request and for a fee.
- There is an extra children’s buffet in the restaurant for younger guests.
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Location
The hotel is located on the north coast of Crete. Chania is about 40 minutes away by car, Heraklion can be reached in about 1.5 hours by car.
Chania airport (Ioannis Daskalogiannis) is about 44 minutes away by car. Heraklion airport can be reached in about 1.5 hours by car.
