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Luxurious hotel on a rocky coast with sandy beach and sun loungers by the water.
Aerial view of a peninsula with hotels and calm waters at sunset.
Modern outdoor seating area with round sunshade structures by the water at sunset.
Luxury hotel pool with palm trees and seating areas by the sea, mountains in the background.
Pool area with round tables and palm trees, sea and islands view at sunset.
A modern hotel pool with a walkway and illuminated seating areas in open dark pavilions.
Modern hotel lounge area with round tables, chairs, and wall art.
Hotel terrace with tables, chairs, and a view of palm trees and the sea.
Modern hotel restaurant with comfortable seating and abstract hanging lamps.
Open hotel restaurant area with wooden beams, central plant arrangement, and sea view.
Woman in white outfit sets plates and plants on terrace table overlooking the sea.
Two people sit on a wooden platform overlooking the vast blue sea and sky.
Modern hotel restaurant with brown leather chairs and view of the blue sea.
Modern gym with equipment, weights, and mirrors in a hotel.
Modern indoor pool with lounge chairs and glass roof for relaxed vacation days.
Modern sauna room with wooden benches and illuminated wall, suitcase in center.
Modern, stylish hotel room with warm earth tones and natural wooden decor.
Modern hotel room with large bed, gray bedspread, and stylish wall decoration.
Balcony with small table, chairs, and view of pool, palm trees, and sea on a sunny day.
Bright hotel room with large bed and terrace overlooking the sea at sunset.
Modern hotel room with TV, desk, and view of terrace with seating area.
Modern hotel room with large double bed, bright wardrobe, and warm lighting elements.
Modern bathroom with oval sink and large mirror wall in a hotel room.
Modern hotel room with bed and access to terrace with sea view.
Stone archway overlooking the sea and greenery beside a modern terrace with seating.
Modern bathroom with two white sinks, towels, and soft lighting.
A bright hotel room with sea view, visible clothes in wardrobe, wooden floors, and modern design.
Modern hotel lounge with sofa, decorative mirror, and side tables.
Modern hotel bathroom with two round mirrors and two sinks on a light wall.
Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Agios Nikolaos

Minos Palace Resort *****
Tour operator category

HER638
Unser Label "Reisen mit Zukunft" kennzeichnet Hotels, welche sich nach GSTC-Standard für eine nachhaltige Zukunft engagieren.
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Location

The luxurious 5-star Minos Palace resort is an adults-only property, bookable for guests aged 18 and over. The resort is situated on a private rocky headland and offers breathtaking views over Mirabello Bay. The center of Agios Nikolaos can be reached in approx. 1.5 km. Heraklion Airport is approx. 60 km away. Various shopping and entertainment options are within walking distance. A bus stop is located 500 m from the hotel.

Facilities

Renovated in 2025/2026, this exclusive resort features 150 rooms, bungalows, and suites, all offering panoramic sea views. All rooms are decorated in natural tones, designed in a minimalist, modern style, and equipped with contemporary amenities.
The hotel facilities include a 24-hour reception, two restaurants, and three bars. An infinity pool can be found by the sea. Sun loungers and parasols are available free of charge at the pool as well as at the bathing cove. Wi-Fi is included throughout the property.
Modern outdoor seating area with round sunshade structures by the water at sunset.
Modern hotel restaurant with brown leather chairs and view of the blue sea.

Accommodation

Modern hotel room with large bed, gray bedspread, and stylish wall decoration.
Balcony with small table, chairs, and view of pool, palm trees, and sea on a sunny day.

Zen Double Room

The Zen double rooms, featuring a modern, minimalist design, are located in the main building and are equipped with a walk-in shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, safe, tea and coffee station, and a minibar (D).
Available with sea view upon request (DM).

Sunrise Sea View Double Room

The Sunrise double rooms feature a king-size bed and a balcony, with otherwise the same amenities as the Zen double rooms. These rooms offer sea views and views of the sunrise (DAM).
Optionally bookable as Sunset Sea View Double Room with views of the sunset (DDD).
Alternatively bookable with an unobstructed infinity sea view in the front row (DMA).

Bright hotel room with large bed and terrace overlooking the sea at sunset.
Modern hotel room with TV, desk, and view of terrace with seating area.
Modern hotel room with large double bed, bright wardrobe, and warm lighting elements.
Modern bathroom with oval sink and large mirror wall in a hotel room.
Modern hotel room with bed and access to terrace with sea view.
Stone archway overlooking the sea and greenery beside a modern terrace with seating.
Modern bathroom with two white sinks, towels, and soft lighting.

Zen Beachfront Bungalow

With the same amenities as the double rooms, the beachfront bungalows are situated amidst well-tended gardens, directly above the beach, offering plenty of privacy and first-class views (B2M).

Infinity Lagoon Suite with Private Pool

The spacious suite with a private pool, sea view, and sun loungers features a walk-in shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, safe, tea and coffee station, minibar, walk-in closet, and a terrace (SP2).
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.

A bright hotel room with sea view, visible clothes in wardrobe, wooden floors, and modern design.
Modern hotel lounge with sofa, decorative mirror, and side tables.
Modern hotel bathroom with two round mirrors and two sinks on a light wall.

Meals

Breakfast/Half-board

Rich breakfast buffet (7:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. in the main restaurant).
Continental, small early-bird breakfast (upon request).
If half-board is booked, evening buffet (7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. in the main restaurant).
Drinks are not included with dinner.
Vegetarian dishes and meals for special dietary needs are available upon request.
A "smart casual" dress code applies in all restaurants.

Sports included

Modern gym with equipment, weights, and mirrors in a hotel.
Fitness area, cycling, tennis court, yoga group sessions, Pilates group sessions, functional training group sessions.

Sports for a fee

Water sports, private sessions for yoga, Pilates, or personal training are available for a fee.

Wellness

The following spa and wellness treatments are offered at the Nao Longevity Hub for a fee:
Cryotherapy, vibroacoustic therapy, diagnostics, guided breathing exercises, massages, Ayurveda, body treatments, and meditation.
Relaxation areas.
Modern indoor pool with lounge chairs and glass roof for relaxed vacation days.
Modern sauna room with wooden benches and illuminated wall, suitcase in center.
Modern, stylish hotel room with warm earth tones and natural wooden decor.

Entertainment

Live music and evening entertainment.

Hotel Services

Beach towel rental (free of charge)
Free parking
Laundry service (for a fee)

Credit card

The hotel accepts Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.

Sustainability

"Travel with a Future" provides assistance in making conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable business practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as established by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Green Key

Hotelhinweis

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Adults-only resort – bookable for ages 18 and up.
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Accessible rooms are bookable upon request (Zen double room).
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Pets up to 5 kg are allowed in the bungalows upon request.
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Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 11:00 a.m.

Zusatzhinweis

Hotel contact:
Minos Palace Resort
Tel.: 0030 28410 23801
E-mail: info-palace@bluegr.com

Information on Climate Resilience Fee

For stays starting from January 1, 2018, the Greek government charges a climate resilience fee, which must be paid by the guest on-site, similar to a tourist tax.
The amount depends on the type/category of the accommodation and, as of January 1, 2025, ranges from 0.50 Euro to 15 Euro per day and room.
For stays in the high season (April 1 – October 31):
1-2 star local category: 2 Euro
3 star local category: 5 Euro
4 star local category: 10 Euro
5 star local category: 15 Euro
For stays in the low season (November 1 – March 31):
1-2 star local category: 0.50 Euro
3 star local category: 1.50 Euro
4 star local category: 3 Euro
5 star local category: 4 Euro

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 13.08.2026 01:33