King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa, Hersonissos (Crete) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Limenas, Hersonissos, Hersonissos (Crete), Greece, 70014

King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa is located in Hersonissos, Crete, offering guests stunning views of the Cretan Sea. The hotel's architecture echoes traditional Cretan design, featuring beautifully styled accommodations nestled within lush gardens. This 5-star resort provides both leisure and wellness experiences, making it an ideal destination for relaxation and cultural exploration.

Location

Situated only 30 km from Heraklion Airport, the hotel is easily accessible and placed strategically near local attractions. Guests can visit nearby historical sites such as the Minoan Palaces of Knossos and enjoy popular beaches including Agia Pelagia and Ammoudara. Public transport options and on-site parking make exploring the area convenient.

Rooms

The hotel offers 212 well-appointed rooms and suites designed for comfort and relaxation. Options range from classic double rooms with garden or sea views to family suites with private pools. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, including air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies, allowing guests to enjoy the Cretan ambiance.

Eat & Drink

Guests can experience a diverse culinary landscape at the hotel's various dining venues. The main restaurant serves a breakfast buffet with American and Greek specialties, while the poolside a-la-carte restaurant offers innovative Mediterranean dishes. The on-site bars provide a relaxed setting for enjoying cocktails and light refreshments.

Leisure & Business

The resort features extensive leisure facilities including swimming pools for adults and children, a fitness center, and sports courts for tennis and volleyball. The ethereal spa offers holistic treatments and wellness therapies designed to rejuvenate guests. Business travelers can access high-speed Wi-Fi and meeting areas.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Classic Double Sea View Outdoor Hot Tub

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Classic Double Garden View Sharing Pool

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Petite Suite Garden View

Max:

2 persons

24 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

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Getting around

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City Centre

Hersonissos (Crete) 3.4 km

Airports

Nikos Kazantzakis (HER) 26.3 km

Sitia Public (JSH) 101.4 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

The room was impressively spacious, featuring a comfy bed that provided a perfect night's sleep.view full review

Relaxing Spa

I enjoyed a rejuvenating spa experience, which was just what I needed to unwind and recharge.view full review

Child-Friendly Fun

The hotel had a wonderful child-friendly atmosphere, making it a rare find for families looking for luxury.view full review

Delicious Buffet

The buffet offered a fantastic variety of delicious foods, keeping meals exciting throughout our stay.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots
Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Limenas, Hersonissos, Hersonissos (Crete), Greece, 70014

Map view

Limenas, Hersonissos, Hersonissos (Crete), Greece, 70014

City landmarks

Museum

Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre

2.2 km

Museum

Lychnostatis Open Air Museum

800 m

Amusement Park

Star Beach

1.0 km

Museum

Lixnostatis Folk Museum

840 m

Hersonissos Horseriding

700 m

204

Quad Safari

1.1 km

Πλατεία Πισκοπιανού

Piskopiano Museum of Rural Life

2.1 km

Drepanos

1.2 km

Store

Starmate Art & Accessories

1.2 km

Fountain

Roman Fountain

2.2 km

Agias Paraskevis 125

Church of Saint Paraskevi

2.4 km

El. Venizelou 67-69

Church Annunciation

1.6 km

25 Dimokratias

Buggy Safari Motoxperience

2.5 km

Aquarium

Aquaworld Aquarium

2.2 km

Paralia Limena Chersonisou

1.9 km

Night club

Palm Beach Club

1.9 km

Church

Church of the Virgin Mary

1.9 km

Παραλιακό πάρκο

Sarakinos

2.2 km

Night club

New York Beach Club

2.1 km

Piskopiano church

2.1 km

Night club

Cameo

2.1 km

Museum of Rural Life

2.1 km

Enigma

2.2 km

Sarakino Fountain

2.2 km

Stalida 700 07

Sparrow travel

2.2 km

Paralia Stalidas

2.2 km

Spa Centre

Euphoria Wellness Spa

2.6 km

Maritime Collection

2.4 km

Port of Hersonissos

2.4 km

Isiodou Old Chersonisos

Maria Sanoudaki Ceramic

3.2 km

Nearby

Museum

Lychnostatis Open Air Museum

800 m

Amusement Park

Star Beach

1.0 km

Restaurants

Meltemi

680 m

Plaka Area

Anatoli

700 m

14 Themistokleous

Theodora's Garden

680 m

El. Venizelou Street Hesronissos

Taverna Tarantella

840 m

Eleftheriou Venizelou 244

Yamas Restaurant Hersonissos

880 m

Venizelou Eleftheriou 242

Red & White Lounge-Restaurant

950 m

L. Chersonissos Themistokleous 2

Bony Fish Seafood Restaurant

1.3 km

Themistokleous Ave.

No Name

1.2 km

25th Martiou

Wow Sushi & Steak

1.3 km

Themistokleous Ave.

Elemes Cretan Cuisine

1.4 km

Themistokleous Ave.

Porto Greco Bar

1.4 km

25is Martiou Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Clean and quiet rooms

Friendly staff

Limited breakfast options

Noise from outside

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

6.4

Location

8.4

Service

8.4

Dining

5.8

Paul

United Kingdom, August 2024

7.2/10

El hotel tiene una ubicación espectacular, en un lado de la colina con jardines hermosos y cerca de la playa de Star Beach y Hersonissos. Las habitaciones son limpias y ofrecen un buen nivel de comodidad, aunque una de las habitaciones que nos dieron inicialmente se sentía un poco como una celda de prisión. El servicio es muy amigable y eficiente, especialmente en el restaurante y la barra de la piscina. Sin embargo, la experiencia de comedor podría mejorar y la ubicación, aunque hermosa, es un poco difícil de acceder de noche.

Rooms

7.0

Las habitaciones eran limpias y cómodas, pero la primera que nos asignaron se sentía un poco claustrofóbica.

Service

9.0

El personal fue muy amable y servicial, nada parecía ser un problema para ellos.

Location

8.0

La ubicación del hotel es hermosa, con jardines a su alrededor y bastante cerca de la playa, aunque el acceso puede ser complicado por la falta de luz en la carretera de noche.

Dining

5.0

Desafortunadamente, la experiencia de comedor tuvo sus altibajos, como un desayuno limitado y un problema con una comida que se perdió.

Facilities

7.0

Las instalaciones son bastante agradables y incluyen una buena piscina, sin embargo, el acceso y la iluminación podrían mejorar.

Theodore

United Kingdom, August 2024

6.2/10

I had mixed feelings about my stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean but lacked a nice view and felt cramped. The service could be hit or miss, with some staff friendly and others quite grumpy. On the positive side, the pool area was fantastic, and the location had beautiful gardens. However, it was a bit of a trek to the beach, requiring a taxi ride which cost around 7 euros.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were clean but felt a bit like prison cells, and the views were not great since I only had a tiny glimpse of the sea.

Service

6.0

Service was somewhat inconsistent; some staff members were friendly and helpful, while others seemed extremely rude and grumpy.

Location

7.0

Set on the side of a hill with beautiful gardens, the location was decent but required a taxi ride to reach the beach.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were rather limited, with no special highlights during our stay.

Facilities

8.0

The pool was large and well-maintained, providing a nice spot to relax and enjoy the sun.

William

United Kingdom, August 2024

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the plus side, the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, making us feel welcome. Our room had a nice sea view, although it felt a bit cramped and unsecure. The location is decent, close to the town but a tad inconvenient at night due to poor lighting on the hill. Overall, it's a family-friendly option with good amenities, but some aspects need improvement.

Rooms

5.0

We were upgraded to a sea view room, but it felt a bit prison-like and couldn't be locked despite maintenance attempts.

Service

9.0

The staff was super friendly and remembered us from previous visits; they were always happy to help.

Location

7.0

The hotel is up a hill which is poorly lit at night, but close enough to town for exploring.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast was an American style, which was decent, although we missed a meal due to timing issues.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had good amenities overall, but there were some issues with maintenance.

Harry

United Kingdom, June 2024

8.0/10

Mi estancia en el hotel fue algo mixta. La ubicación es realmente fantástica, justo al lado de la playa y rodeada de jardines hermosos. Las habitaciones eran cómodas, aunque un poco ruidosas debido a un generador cercano. El servicio fue amistoso y me hicieron sentir bienvenido, pero el proceso de check-in no fue el mejor. Definitivamente hay espacio para mejorar en algunos aspectos, pero en general, valió la pena.

Rooms

6.0

Las habitaciones eran adecuadas, pero estaba justo al lado de un generador que hacía ruido durante la noche. Solo tenía una pequeña vista al mar.

Service

9.0

El personal fue amigable y reconocieron nuestras visitas anteriores, lo que hizo que me sintiera bienvenido.

Location

10.0

La ubicación era perfecta, permitiéndome disfrutar de la tranquilidad del hotel mientras tenía acceso fácil a la playa.

Dining

7.0

La experiencia gastronómica fue aceptable, aunque la variedad durante el desayuno podría haberse mejorado.

Facilities

8.0

Las instalaciones estaban bien mantenidas, y disfruté de la piscina de agua dulce.

Dean

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.4/10

The hotel has a prime location near the beach, making it easy to explore nearby attractions. The rooms are consistently clean and quiet, providing a comfortable retreat. The hospitality of the staff really stood out, though my experience with the dining could use some improvement, particularly with the breakfast options. Overall, it's a decent value for a restful getaway.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spotless, ensuring a relaxing stay with everything you need for comfort.

Service

9.0

The staff worked hard and were not only friendly but also efficient, especially in the restaurant and pool bar.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly situated close enough to town for convenience but far enough to maintain a quiet atmosphere. The views are fantastic too!

Dining

6.0

While breakfast was okay, I found the options somewhat limited, which was a bit of a letdown.