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King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury spa hotel near Aquaworld Aquarium

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Petite Suite Sea View Outdoor Hot Tub
Restaurant
Sanctuary Suites Sea View Private Pool
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
    All-inclusiveAll-inclusive
  • Restaurant
    RestaurantRestaurant
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast includedBreakfast included

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Adamaki Str, Limenas Chersonisou, Hersonissos, Heraklion, 700 14
  • Popular LocationCrete Golf Club5 min drive
  • Popular LocationStar Beach Water Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Hersonissos6 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)14 min drive

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Classic Room Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Room Garden View Sharing Pool

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Classic Double Sea View Outdoor Hot Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Petit Suites Sea View Private Pool

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Petite Suite Sea View Outdoor Hot Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Garden Oasis Suite Private Pool

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Petit Suites Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Double Garden View Outdoor Hot Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Signature Suite Sea View Hot Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Serenity Suite Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room Sea View Private Pool

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room Garden View Private Pool

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room for Single Use

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Sanctuary Suites Sea View Private Pool

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Classic Room Garden View Private Pool

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Hersonissos

Located in Hersonissos, King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sarandaris Beach and Stalis Beach, while Aquaworld Aquarium and Acqua Plus Water Park are popular area attractions. Star Beach Water Park and Watercity Waterpark are not to be missed.

What's nearby

  • Acqua Plus Water Park - 3 min drive
  • Aquaworld Aquarium - 4 min drive
  • Crete Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Star Beach Water Park - 5 min drive
  • Port of Hersonissos - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ta Petrina - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Χτύπα Ξύλο - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Village Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pithari - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zachos Taverna - ‬3 min walk

About this property

King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa

Luxury eco-certified hotel near Aquaworld Aquarium
Located close to Acqua Plus Water Park and Crete Golf Club, King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a garden. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • An elevator and a front-desk safe
Room features
All 140 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like safes and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers, and heating

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, German, Greek

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • A la carte restaurant
  • Main Restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Built in 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Property Registration Number 1039Κ014A2931900

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

King Minos Palace
King Minos Retreat & Spa
King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa Hotel
King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa Hersonissos
King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa Hotel Hersonissos

Frequently asked questions

Does King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Are there all-inclusive benefits at King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa located?

Situated near the beach, this luxury hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Aquaworld Aquarium, Acqua Plus Water Park, and Port of Hersonissos. Crete Golf Club and Star Beach Water Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kieren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well presented. Staff are friendly and I would definitely go again and recommend to friends
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

anil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place...staff is very co-operative they do there bes to accomodate your needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really kind,friendly and helpful. The area is also really quiet and calm. Also the massage and the spa treatment was awesome. I really recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benbeka, chilly-mazarin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Magnifique et comme sur les images du net avec un merveilleux accueil, je recommande
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Alles war perfekt nur der Service am Abend war etwas langsam
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr empfehlenswert, super Hotel, feines Essen und sehr nettes Personal
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Isabelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Neue und moderne Unterkunft. Personal ist teils sehr freundlich, teils könnte es zuvorkommender sein. Extra Kosten trotz all inclusive, zu laute Musik 24/7. Essen ist definitiv keine 5 Sterne. Insg. wenig Aktivitäten in dem Hotel.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023