Top 5-Star Hotels in Agios Nikolaos

My girlfriend and I went to Istron Bay Hotel, to spend a day in its beach. The beach is absolutely not expensive, 15€ for a set + 2€ to park the scooter, and its environment was very very nice, but really can’t recommend the service. I went to the beach bar/restaurant in the morning to have something to drink. The middle aged waiter at the cashier’s desk didn’t tell me that the payment method choice had to be given notice before the bill was issued. So at payment moment, I said, I would use the card. He unkindly told me, I would not, because I should have told him before and so my payment had to be done by cash. So I did. At lunch we came back at the beach bar/restaurant and had some chicken souvlaky with wine. The quality of the wine wasn’t high and the chicken wasn’t well cooked: these started to disappoint us. But it was the payment once again to really upset us. I gave the same middle aged waiter notice before the bill, the preference for paying by card and try to use my American Express. The restaurant POS seemed to be able to accept this card, because it was requiring me to digit my pin, but the transaction didn’t succeeded. I proposed then to try with different card (Mastercard), but he told me he could not allow me to pay there anymore, I had to go up to the reception to pay my lunch, and that he would have hold my Amex card until I would have show him the payment receipt. I did again what I was told to do and once at the reception, I notifyed the hotel manager about the fact. He apologized himself but didn’t do nothing more than that, not even a call to to the restaurant to talk to the waiter to ckeck it out. Is it legal deciding to keep one’s credit card because of the inadeguacy of the service, that is not able to accept the most known credit card in the world? Is it professional sending a client up to the reception to pay the lunch (after 5 minutes walk uphill underneath the sun), because the inadeguacy of the service? I guess a 4 stars hotels should find solutions to whatever problems may happen, instead of expecting the client to work them out. Last but not least, facilities aiming to stay at hight level of standard, has to recruit employee fitting this standard.

My husband and I had an absolutely amazing stay at the Phae Blue Palace soon after it's re-opening as a luxury boutique hotel. We didn't know the previous version of this hotel to compare to but we loved the ”new” version, with all the thoughtful gestures towards sustainability and efforts to integrate with Cretan culture & foods, etc - whilst still maintaining the quality and personalised service you expect from a 5-star place. Yes, it's a smaller ”boutique” property and OK, it hasn't got 18 restaurants and 6 pools and golf course and helipad and watersports centre with giant slide - blah-blah-blah - but that doesn't mean that the experience is any less luxurious. If anything, the smaller size means you feel like the staff really treat you as individuals (even friends!) rather than just another dollar sign with a room number attached. The location is sublime with the views to Spinalonga Island; sunset dinners at the Blue Door Taverna on the beach are just magical and lots of local attractions are within easy driving or boating distance. You can also do daytrips to several other parts of Crete easily. We made a daytrip to the Omalos Plateau & Diktamos (Zeus) cave one day and climbed to the top of the mountains (high enough that everything was covered in a freezing mist!) and were back in time for a lovely dinner in the main restaurant. (Yes, there were roadworks/building work for the sister site going on while we were there but it honestly wasn't that much of a hassle. You just had to look more than once each way before driving out of the hotel property onto the road and we weren't disturbed by the noise at all.) The thing that really set the Phae Blue Palace apart for us was the staff, who were all wonderful. They really embodied the Greek value of ”philoxenia” - all the smiles felt genuine and they really seemed delighted to help you enjoy Crete as much as possible. In particular, I need to mention Lina Stratsiou (Front Office Manager) who was INCREDIBLE - even months before we arrived in Crete, the level of effort & attention to detail she showed as we corresponded via email was just unbelievable. She was so patient with my endless questions and itinerary changes, and her messages felt heartfelt and genuine, not just slick, stock responses. When we finally arrived at the hotel, we received such a warm personal welcome from her - it felt like meeting a lovely penpal at last or something! But all the staff were amazing. We have stayed in a lot of luxury hotels in many countries and while they all have perfectly trained staff, this is one of the few places where it felt authentic and not sycophantic. Unfortunately, I can't remember the names of all the lovely people who made us feel so welcome but in addition to Lina, I'd like to say a special thank you to Stavroula, Maria & her team in the main restarant Anthos and the charming Haris (manager of the Blue Door Taverna), who took great pride in providing top service but in a way that felt (a

Overlooking turqoise waters with stunning views of the castle on Spinalonga Isle, Domes of Elounda, Suites and Villas - only, Luxury Resort captures the essence of Crete with an enchanting demeanour, finely tuned service and defining architecture. At night, our community gather at CORE, the open air, ancient Greek style agora, that blends pop-up shopping with street food, socializing, art and a unique lineup of events. Four restaurants with stellar ambience, fuse what’s local with what’s timeless to create what’s next. Montessori inspired Kids and Teen zones with fun filled activities, allow ample me time for parents to recharge in adult - only areas. Soma Spa offers renewal and outdoor connection through indigenous ritual. Βοοκ the Haute Living Selection for premium luxury, where all-inclusive becomes all exclusive. For those who seek tasteful, thoughtfully curated experiences Domes of Elounda Luxury Family Resort is ideal for bonding with loved ones and creating lifelong collective memories.

Returning here for the third time we were wondering if it could be as good as last time And it is better !! The hotel is beautiful the staff outstanding The setting is a real Shangri La - a heavenly place that is a gem hidden away in one of the most beautiful parts of the World On site the restaurant Samurai is fabulous the best food you could eat on the island and there are many good restaurants. The Cuban night and DJ on the beach all add a real holiday vibe It’s hard to describe anything like this hotel for its setting, service and added facilities such as boat hire and excellent restaurants. A must go to for anybody looking for a beautiful romantic holiday in an amazing setting

Amazing hotel, everything you could wish for from a five star hotel. Spotless and the staff were fantastic and very professional. My only criticism is that after a 7 hour journey we sat waiting for someone to come and check us in and a waitress bought us a bottle of water. It wasn't until we paid the room bill on departure that we realized we had been charged €5 for it. To me that should have been complimentary and also the do not disturb signs fall off the handles. Perhaps a sliding sign on the door might be a better option.Other than this it was a lovely place to stay.

Located in Agios Nikolaos, Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa is a 1-minute drive from Plaka Beach and 8 minutes from Elounda Windmills. This beach hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Spinalonga and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Hiona Beach.Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a health club, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Additional features at this Mediterranean hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Stone Beach by Cayo, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Agios Nikolaos? This hotel has 1292 square feet (120 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 70 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Your Select Comfort bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

With a stay at Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels, you'll be centrally located in Agios Nikolaos, just a 3-minute walk from Ammoúdi and 6 minutes by foot from Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum. This beach hotel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Folk Museum and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Voulismeni.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. This Mediterranean hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at La Bouillabaisse, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 3 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 129 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Located in Agios Nikolaos, Aquila Elounda Village Resort, Suites & Spa is by the sea, a 4-minute drive from Alykes of Elounda and 6 minutes from Elounda Windmills. This beach hotel is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Christian Basilica Poros Elounda and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Hiona Beach.Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a sauna. Additional features at this Mediterranean hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.All-inclusive rates are available at this hotel. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Grab a bite at Main, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from the beach bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges.Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 208 guestrooms featuring minibars and DVD players. Flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Located in Agios Nikolaos, St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas is by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum and Folk Museum. This beach hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Ammoúdi and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Lake Voulismeni.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or 2 spa tubs, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).Grab a bite at Club House Restaurant, one of the hotel's 5 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 3 bars/lounges.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-in. Planning an event in Agios Nikolaos? This hotel has 2691 square feet (250 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free valet parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 107 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and DVD players. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

As soon as we arrived on the compatible Connextions retreat we were greeted by the manager, all staff were warm and welcoming. Our room was not ready for us to check into as we arrived at7am, so we were offered a temporary room where we could leave our luggage and shower before having breakfast. There was a large selection of choices and it was well presented and tasteful. We were then escorted to our suite by stuff members who insisted on carrying all of our luggage. The suite we occupied had a swimming pool both of which was clean, this had everything you would expect for a 5star hotel. The views all around the complex were breathtaking, The sunrise was picturesque along with the soothing Soundbath. There are plenty of restaurants and bars to choose from. The spa facilities are 10/10 also with various options of treatments. I would recommend the clay/ mud package. Overall I had an amazing experience, one I’ll never forget!! Thanks to compatible connections and Elounda bay palace This hotel is highly recommended for a relaxing vacation with friends, families or even a solo trip.