Paradise at Creta Maris Beach Resort For £1474
All-inclusive bliss and authentic Greek hospitality
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The setting
Creta Maris Beach Resort sits on the north coast of Crete, just outside Hersonissos. The grounds run down to the water, with several pools, gardens and a private stretch of beach. Buildings are low and white, built in a village style around courtyards and a small stone chapel. The town centre is about a 2 km walk away, so you can reach tavernas and shops on foot but still come back to a quiet seafront. Heraklion airport is roughly 19 km along the coast, which keeps transfers short.
What to expect
The Deluxe Double room is the category most couples book here, with a garden or mountain view. Around the resort you will find a spread of swimming pools, a fitness room and a spa with treatment rooms. There is a separate water park area with slides for families, plus tennis and other sports courts. Several restaurants cover the spread, including a stone-built dining hall and tables set right by the sea at sunset. Booked here, the room is on a room-only basis, so meals and extras are arranged at the hotel.
Things to do nearby
The closest sand is Limanakia Beach, about 146 m from the resort, with Playa Con Chicos and Gefyri beaches within a short walk. Hersonissos Beach is around 1.1 km away. The town itself, roughly 2 km along the front, has the harbour, tavernas and the evening strip. Day trips inland reach Cretan villages and the Lasithi plateau, while the road west leads to Heraklion city and the palace of Knossos. Heraklion International Airport is about 19.4 km from the door.
Best for
A good base for couples who want a beach resort with plenty on site but a real town within walking distance. The pools, spa and seafront dining suit slower days, and the short airport transfer makes the five nights easy to plan.
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Creta Maris Beach Resort
Beachfront resort outside Hersonissos with pools, a spa and a private seafront on the north coast of Crete.
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Arrival and first sunset
Arrive from Heraklion airport, around 19 km along the coast, and settle into the Deluxe Double room. Spend the first afternoon by one of the pools or on the resort beach and watch the sunset from the seafront.
Hersonissos town and harbour
Walk into Hersonissos, about 2 km along the front, for the harbour and the tavernas. Pick up lunch by the water and wander the old quarter before heading back for a swim.
Pools and spa day
Stay on site and work through the pools, the spa treatment rooms and the fitness area. Book a table at the seaside restaurant for dinner as the light drops.
Knossos and the interior
Drive west to Heraklion for the city and the Minoan palace of Knossos, or head inland to the Cretan villages and the Lasithi plateau. Return to the coast for a late swim and an evening meal by the sea.
Last morning on the coast
Pack up and make the short transfer back to Heraklion airport, with time for a last coffee on the seafront before you go.
Where you'll be
Chersonissos, Greece
FAQ
How far is Creta Maris Beach Resort from Heraklion airport?
Heraklion International Airport is about 19.4 km from the resort, along the north coast road. Transfers usually take well under half an hour depending on traffic.
Is Creta Maris Beach Resort on the beach?
Yes. The resort runs down to its own seafront, and Limanakia Beach is about 146 m away. Playa Con Chicos and Gefyri beaches are also within a short walk.
How far is the resort from Hersonissos town centre?
The town centre is roughly 2 km along the seafront, about a 25-minute walk. You can reach the harbour, tavernas and shops on foot.
Does Creta Maris Beach Resort have a pool?
Yes. There are several outdoor pools across the grounds plus an indoor pool, along with a separate water park area with slides for families.
Is Creta Maris Beach Resort good for couples?
It works well for couples who want a beach resort with pools, a spa and seafront dining, while keeping the town and its tavernas within walking distance.
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