Minos Palace Resort is set on a private peninsula just outside Agios Nikolaos, completely surrounded by the sea. This adults-only hotel has a bright, modern feel with plenty of open space and views over the water. The rooms and bungalows are spread across the property, often with direct sea views or their own spot by the water. You stay close to the shoreline, with several places to swim, dine or simply spend time outdoors.
The hotel is open from April 17 to November 27.
The hotel has 150 rooms.
Check-in from 3 pm. Check-out until 11 am. Late check-out available at an extra cost and subject to availability.
From €328 per night.
Pets up to 5 kg are allowed free of charge, but not in the restaurants or by the pools. They are only permitted in the Zen Beachfront Bungalow.
The hotel is wheelchair accessible.
The rooms and suites are spread across the peninsula, each with views of the sea or the garden. Large windows and terraces bring in plenty of light and keep the connection with the outdoors constant. Inside, you will find natural materials and soft tones, with an open layout free of unnecessary elements. Some suites feature a shared or private pool.
Our favourite room is the Sunset Suite with private pool. You stay here with sea views and your own pool. Especially towards the end of the day, it is a lovely spot to sit outside a little longer.
Minos Palace Resort is fully set by the sea and offers several access points to enter the water. You choose where to relax or swim depending on the time of day. There is also a large outdoor swimming pool, not heated.
The Nao Longevity Hub focuses on health and recovery and features a wide range of treatments and facilities. There are eight treatment rooms and dedicated spaces for consultations. Various therapies are available, including a photobiomodulation bed, vibroacoustic loungers and a cryo chamber. You will also find an infrared sauna, hot and cold baths, a vitality pool and a meditation room. Both indoors and outdoors, there are several spaces to relax or take a moment for yourself.
Minos Palace Resort is an adults-only hotel.
Modern Mediterranean dishes at Amar, with fresh fish and seasonal ingredients as the base.
A smart casual dress code applies in the restaurants.
Minos Palace Resort has two restaurants.
Mom Restaurant is open all day and focuses on dishes that remain light and balanced. You can dine à la carte or from the buffet, with attention to ingredients and preparation. The restaurant is partly indoors and partly outdoors, keeping you connected to the surroundings at all times.
Amar Restaurant is set by the water and focuses on Mediterranean dishes with a modern twist. Classic recipes are reinterpreted here, using fresh ingredients and a slightly more daring approach. You dine close to the sea, with the sound of the water in the background.
Minos Palace Resort is located just outside Agios Nikolaos, on a private peninsula on the northeast coast of Crete. You stay fully by the sea, while the centre is within walking distance.
Heraklion Airport is about 60 km away.
A private transfer to or from the airport is available from €95 per way.
Free private outdoor parking is available on the property.
Minos Palace Resort is set on a private peninsula just outside Agios Nikolaos, with sea views in every direction. You can walk to the centre in about 15 minutes. We chose this address for its location and surrounding views, with a property entirely oriented towards the water.
