Crete
  MINOS BEACH HOTEL, Aghios Nikolaos

A highly regarded hotel, and a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, offering a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere, in the style of a Cretan village, with the many attractions of Aghios Nikolaos within easy reach, all set in stunning gardens.

Overview With its distinctive Cretan architecture and chic, minimalist surroundings, Minos Beach is a small, stylish hotel where the limited guest capacity is only one reason for its fine reputation for personal service. Particularly recommended for couples, the hotel enjoys a very high level of repeat guests.

Location The hotel is peacefully located right on the water’s edge and is only a 10 minute walk to the centre of Aghios Nikolaos.

Relaxation Whether your idea of relaxing is simply lying at the pool or sitting watching the beautiful blue sea, Minos Beach is the perfect choice for those seeking tranquillity, while reconnecting with nature.

Sports A tennis court, table tennis, snooker, sauna and gym are available to guests. For water sports enthusiasts, a variety of activities can be arranged, including scuba diving, water skiing and sailing.

Dining Highly rated for the quality of its cuisine, Minos Beach offers a variety of dining opportunities, including Greek and international menus. The main restaurant for breakfast and dinner, with buffet or waiter service, is ‘Bacchus’. There are two open-air à la carte restaurants. For lunch or dinner the Greek taverna ‘Terpsis’ specialises in traditional Cretan recipes and once a week there’s a Cretan evening with barbecue and traditional dancing. Directly overlooking the sea is their renowned gourmet restaurant ‘La Bouillabaisse’, where guests can dine by the water’s edge. Guests in the Superior bungalows have access to their own exclusive restaurant ‘Ambrosia’.

Entertainment TV video lounge.

Special Features For art lovers, the outdoor sculpture gallery exhibits many works from major Greek and international artists, who are actively encouraged to display their work.
Spa and Wellness centre offering various body treatments and reiki hot stone massage.

For Children No special facilities and not recommended.

Accommodation The hotel offers 129 rooms, junior suites and bungalows. In contrast to the external Cretan-style buildings, they are superbly furnished in contemporary fashion and all feature air-conditioning, minibar, satellite TV, balcony or terrace and bathroom with hairdryer and bath or shower. Our accommodation is based on rooms with sea view in the main building. Also available are junior suites in the gardens, as well as superior seafront and waterfront bungalows, that provide truly exceptional accommodation. Some have private pool as do the villas. Further details on request.

Open April-October
Category 5 star deluxe

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