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Beach with white umbrellas and a boat on the shore of a blue sea.
Family with two children playing on the beach by the sea on a sunny day.
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A clear pool with colorful, winding water slides and people swimming.
Spacious pool with sun umbrellas and clear view of calm water surface under bright sky.
White modern hotel building with balconies and terrace under a clear blue sky.
Open beach bar with bright counter, bar stools, and sea view on a sunny day.
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Modern beach bar with white stools and orange roof under a blue sky.
Covered outdoor restaurant area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking the sea.
Modern breakfast buffet area with lighting and baked goods.
Bright restaurant with wooden furniture and sea view through large windows.
Modern terrace with seating and a view of the sea under a blue sky.
Brightly furnished room with canopy bed and balcony overlooking the sea.
Bright hotel room with double bed, desk, and view of a terrace overlooking the sea.
Brightly furnished bedroom with a metal bed, large window, and cozy seating area.
Modern bathroom with toilet, bidet, sink, and glass shower in a hotel room.
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Bright hotel room with comfortable bed, nightstand, lamp, and seating area by the window.
Cozy hotel room with large bed, bedside lamp, and built-in wall shelf.
Modern bathroom with round stone sink, large mirror, and soft lighting.
Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony with curtains.
Modern hotel room with white bed, two nightstands, and red lamps
Modern hotel room with balcony and sea view.
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, chairs, and terrace view of the sea.
Bright, simply furnished bedroom with white bed, gray blankets, and a white dresser.
Bright bedroom in white and gray tones with modern bed and view into adjacent room.
Bright hotel room with double bed and balcony overlooking trees and terrace.
Bright living room with white sofa, coffee table, and large windows with sheer curtains.
Modern hotel room with large bed, chairs, table, and balcony with sea view.
Bright, modern bedroom with white furniture and blue wall art between two rooms
Modern washbasin with round mirror and stone sink in a bright bathroom with an arch.
Family with two children enjoying a meal together in a restaurant with rustic decor.
Restaurant with a view of the beach and sea through large windows with trees and umbrellas.
Nighttime open-air cinema with audience and clear starry sky.
People sitting in an open-air cinema at dusk watching a large screen.
Colorful water playground with splash features on a sunny day, surrounded by umbrellas and lounge chairs.
Water park with slides and a splashing water bucket next to a hotel.
Aerial view of a pool with colorful water slides and lounge chairs.
View of a swimming pool with circular water slides and swimmers.
Water slide and splash pool in front of a hotel building in a tropical setting
A girl in a yellow dress happily receives an ice cream from a hand.
Modern gym with various exercise machines and a wall of mirrors.
Aerial view of three adjacent sports courts in blue, green, and red with player shadows.
Aerial view of two tennis courts and a basketball court next to a soccer field.
Dark modern spa area with purple lighting and seating near the mist room.
A relaxing massage room with red walls, massage tables, and soft lighting.
Indoor swimming pool area with loungers and large windows overlooking the outdoors.
Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Chersonissos

Creta Maris Resort *****

HER232
Fitness
Wellness
WLAN
Pool
Beach
Family
Air conditioning
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Location

The Creta Maris Resort offers a high-quality All Inclusive experience and is located near Hersonissos, directly on a beautiful bay approximately 250 meters long, awarded the "Blue Flag" for its sandy/pebble beach. Just a few minutes' walk away are the small harbor, shopping streets, as well as bars and taverns. Heraklion Airport is about 24 km away.
Aerial view of beach with beach huts beside clear blue sea
Hotel complex with pool and sun loungers by the sea with mountains under clear blue sky
White houses and trees on rocky coast with clear blue sky in the background.
Family playing with a ball on the beach by calm sea and white houses.
Beach with white umbrellas and a boat on the shore of a blue sea.
Family with two children playing on the beach by the sea on a sunny day.

Facilities

Large dense tree with wide canopy on paved area beside white buildings.
A clear pool with colorful, winding water slides and people swimming.
Spacious pool with sun umbrellas and clear view of calm water surface under bright sky.
White modern hotel building with balconies and terrace under a clear blue sky.
Open beach bar with bright counter, bar stools, and sea view on a sunny day.
Terrace with wooden tables and chairs by the sea with table setting.
Bright white buildings and colorful flowers in a sunny Mediterranean courtyard.
Modern beach bar with white stools and orange roof under a blue sky.
Covered outdoor restaurant area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking the sea.
Modern breakfast buffet area with lighting and baked goods.
Bright restaurant with wooden furniture and sea view through large windows.
Modern terrace with seating and a view of the sea under a blue sky.
The sprawling hotel complex consists of 2 main buildings and a bungalow area in a village style. A section of the main building has been exclusively designated for adults (16 years and older) since summer 2025. The hotel offers 675 rooms, a pool villa, and features a spacious lobby with a 24-hour reception, several elevators, lounges with TV, internet corners (included), high-speed Wi-Fi (included), two main restaurants, five à la carte restaurants (one of which is the seafood restaurant "Alatsi," reserved on certain days exclusively for guests aged 16 and over), six snack points, and nine bars. Further facilities include a mini-market, a boutique, a jeweler, a hairdresser, rooms for late departures, a fitness center (included), an open-air cinema "Cine Creta Maris" (one free ticket per person per stay, June to September, cinema bar for a fee), a spa, and a heated indoor pool. Additionally, the hotel has the "Nami" wine cellar, newly opened in 2025 (for a fee, for ages 16 and over, reservation required). The beautifully landscaped outdoor area features a total of 17 swimming pools (including 5 children's pools) and a whirlpool.
Guests have access to a water park of approximately 4,000 sq m with five slides (age and height restrictions apply), a swimming pool with numerous water features, a multi-level play area with waterfalls, jets, slides, and a water volcano for children, as well as a relaxation area with seating and a bar serving drinks and snacks.
Sun loungers and umbrellas are available free of charge by the pool and on the beach; beach towels are also included.
The resort also offers the "Exclusive Adult" area. This is located in the eastern part of the hotel and is accessible only to guests of these rooms (minimum age 16 years). This area provides exclusive access to the "Spira" pool and three small heated pools. Furthermore, the adjacent beach section with gazebos, sun loungers, and a SPA pavilion, as well as the "Sima" bar, are exclusively for guests of these rooms. A separate section in the main restaurant is also reserved for guests of these rooms.

Accommodation

Double Room

The double rooms are comfortably furnished with a bath or shower/WC, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobe, individually controlled air conditioning, Wi-Fi (included), Smart TV (with Netflix access), safe, minibar (stocked on arrival, free refill once a week), coffee/tea maker, Nespresso machine, furnished balcony or furnished terrace. They are located in the main buildings or bungalows and have a mountain view (DD2, also available as D2I under HER732).
Optionally available with sea view (DDM/MDI, also available as 2B under HER732) or as a super-saver room (SSZ, also available as XD2 under HER732).
Optionally available for single use with mountain/garden view (DD1/1TA, also available as D1I under HER732) or with sea view (DM1/AME, also available as 1B under HER732).

Brightly furnished room with canopy bed and balcony overlooking the sea.
Bright hotel room with double bed, desk, and view of a terrace overlooking the sea.
Brightly furnished bedroom with a metal bed, large window, and cozy seating area.
Modern bathroom with toilet, bidet, sink, and glass shower in a hotel room.
White building with green doors and windows, surrounded by plants and stone pavement under a blue sky.

Bungalow

With the same amenities as the double rooms, these rooms are located in the bungalows with a garden view and also feature a balcony or terrace (2BD/BI2, bookable under HER732).
Optionally bookable under the code HER232 as pool front (2UQ) and pool front for single use (1UQ), or under the code HER732 also with sea view (B2I), for single use (1BD), or for single use with sea view (B1M).

Double Room Exclusive Adult Only

These rooms offer the same amenities as the double rooms but will be renovated for summer 2026 and are located in the "Exclusive Adult" area, granting access to specific facilities (2OA, also available as DDA under HER732). Further details in hotel services.
Optionally available with sea view (AOM/DDD, also available as DDB under HER732), under the code HER732 for single use with mountain/garden view (DEA), or also under the code HER732 for single use with sea view (DEB).

Bright hotel room with comfortable bed, nightstand, lamp, and seating area by the window.
Cozy hotel room with large bed, bedside lamp, and built-in wall shelf.
Modern bathroom with round stone sink, large mirror, and soft lighting.
Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony with curtains.
Modern hotel room with white bed, two nightstands, and red lamps

Double Room Exclusive Seafront Adult Only

These rooms offer the same amenities as the Double Rooms Exclusive Adult Only, but are located closer to the sea and provide sea views (AOS). Further details in hotel services.
Optionally available for single use (ESO).

Bungalow Premium Seafront

The Bungalow Premium Seafront rooms are located in the bungalow buildings, thus closer to the sea. They feature a bath or shower/WC, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobes, individually controlled air conditioning, Wi-Fi (included), Smart TV (with Netflix access), safe, minibar (stocked on arrival, free refill once a week), coffee/tea station, Nespresso machine, and a furnished balcony or terrace with sea view (L2B).
Optionally available for single use (L1B).
Guests of the Premium Seafront rooms also enjoy the following services:
- Welcome drink
- Concierge service
- Private hotel tour (upon request)
- Priority for table reservations
- Premium toiletries
- Daily minibar replenishment with special items
- Welcome gift
- Daily turndown service
- Early check-in & late check-out (included, subject to availability)
- Access to the VIP Lounge (e-books, coffee corner, laptop access)
- One complimentary experience in the Nami Wine Cellar (once per stay for stays of at least 7 nights)
- 20% discount on water sports activities & spa (excluding beauty treatments)
- Rental car for one day (for stays of 7 nights or more)

Modern hotel room with balcony and sea view.
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, chairs, and terrace view of the sea.
Bright, simply furnished bedroom with white bed, gray blankets, and a white dresser.

Family Room Open Plan

The family rooms consist of one large room and feature a bathroom with a bathtub, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobe, individually controlled air conditioning, Wi-Fi (included), Smart TV (with Netflix access), safe, minibar (stocked on arrival, free refill once a week), coffee/tea maker, Nespresso machine, and a furnished balcony or terrace. They are located in the Terra building or in the bungalow area (DF2). Optionally available as type B under code HER732 (FI1).

Family Room 1 Bedroom

These rooms offer the same amenities as the family rooms and consist of one bedroom and a living/sleeping area (partially with 1 or 2 bathrooms). They are located in the Maris building, Terra building, or bungalow area (X1R). Optionally available as type B under code HER732 (X1F).
Optionally available with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with bath/WC, 2 balconies or 2 terraces with garden view in the Terra building or in the bungalows in the upper part of the resort (2FZ).

Bright bedroom in white and gray tones with modern bed and view into adjacent room.
Bright hotel room with double bed and balcony overlooking trees and terrace.
Bright living room with white sofa, coffee table, and large windows with sheer curtains.
Modern hotel room with large bed, chairs, table, and balcony with sea view.
Bright, modern bedroom with white furniture and blue wall art between two rooms

Premium Suite Sea View

The suites are located in the main buildings as well as the bungalow area and feature a living room, a separate bedroom, a bathroom with bath or shower (partially with 2 bathrooms), hairdryer, slippers, bathrobe, individually controlled air conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi (included), safe, satellite TV, minibar, coffee/tea maker, and a balcony or terrace with a breathtaking sea view (SMP).
Guests of the suite also enjoy the following services:
- Welcome drink
- Concierge service
- Private hotel tour (upon request)
- Priority for table reservations
- Premium toiletries
- Daily minibar replenishment with special items
- Farewell gift
- Daily turndown service
- Early check-in & late check-out (included, subject to availability)
- Access to the VIP Lounge (books, coffee corner, PC access)
- One complimentary experience in the Nami Wine Cellar (once per stay for stays of at least 7 nights)
- 20% discount on water sports activities & spa
- Rental car for one day (for stays of 7 nights or more)

Exclusive Adult Sea View Suite

The suites, renovated for summer 2026, are located in the "Exclusive Adult" area and feature a living room with two sofa beds, a separate bedroom, a bathroom with a shower (some with two bathrooms), hairdryer, slippers, bathrobes, individually controlled air conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi (included), safe, satellite TV, a minibar, coffee/tea station, and a balcony or terrace with a breathtaking sea view (2MA, bookable upon request).
Guests of the suite also enjoy the following services:
- Welcome drink
- Concierge service
- Private hotel tour (upon request)
- Priority for table reservations
- Premium toiletries
- Daily minibar replenishment with special items
- Farewell gift
- Daily turndown service
- Early check-in & late check-out (included, subject to availability)
- Access to the VIP Lounge (books, coffee corner, PC access)
- One complimentary experience in the Nami Wine Cellar (once per stay for stays of at least 7 nights)
- 20% discount on water sports activities & spa
- Rental car for one day (for stays of 7 nights or more)

Bright hotel room with comfortable bed, nightstand, lamp, and seating area by the window.
Modern washbasin with round mirror and stone sink in a bright bathroom with an arch.

Meals

All Inclusive

Breakfast and lunch are served buffet-style, dinner is buffet-style or à la carte. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free options are available. Ingredients and allergens are also noted for all dishes in all restaurants.

Family with two children enjoying a meal together in a restaurant with rustic decor.

All Inclusive

Restaurant with a view of the beach and sea through large windows with trees and umbrellas.

All Inclusive

Breakfast served in two main buffet restaurants from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM, or in the "Arasmari" restaurant from 8 AM to 11 AM. Early bird breakfast from 6 AM to 7:30 AM upon request at the buffet restaurant. Lunch from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM buffet-style in three different restaurants. Dinner in two main buffet restaurants (6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, reservation required for one of the two) or in the 5 à la carte restaurants (6:30 PM to 10 PM, reservation required).
During meals (lunch and dinner), guests can enjoy unlimited Cretan wine, beer, soft drinks, and water. Additionally, snacks are available throughout the day at the snack points, such as fresh, seasonal salads, freshly prepared fruits, smoothies, ice cream, waffles, crepes, burgers, and much more.
From 9 AM to midnight, local and international non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, including cocktails, spirits, beer, soft drinks, water, coffee, and tea, are available at the open bar. Special brands of spirits are available at an additional charge. Guests are welcome to dine once a week in one of the six themed restaurants (reservation required).
All services are valid until midnight.
Smart casual dress code is requested for dinner (no flip-flops, swimwear, or sportswear).

Not included in All Inclusive

Among the culinary highlights is the "Private Dining" experience by the sea (at an additional charge).
The "Nami" wine cellar offers a unique wine tasting for guests aged 16 and over (reservation required, at an additional charge).

Sports included

2 tennis courts (floodlight included), darts, boccia, mini-golf, basketball (3x3), table tennis, mini-football (5x5), water polo, fitness center.

Sports for a fee

Billiards, arcade games, and tennis lessons. Diving center and various water sports offered by local providers.

Children's program

Asterias Kids' Club (4-12 years, Monday-Saturday from 10 AM to 6 PM, reservation required - on-site or online in advance, with activities tailored to children's ages, such as various team activities, projects inspired by Greek culture, "Live like a local" experiences, or various art projects. A reservation for the Asterias Kids' Club can be made both on-site and in advance online (recommended due to availability).
Teens Club (13-17 years, June-September, Monday to Saturday).
Several children's pools, playground, children's entertainment (6 times a week), kids' party (3-4 times a week), water park, baby cot available on request and free of charge. Babysitting available on request and for a fee.
Stroller rental subject to availability.
Baby room (up to 5 years, May-September, under parental supervision, 6 times a week except Sundays).
Surprises for children in the "Estia" restaurant and special children's menus.
Colorful water playground with splash features on a sunny day, surrounded by umbrellas and lounge chairs.
Water park with slides and a splashing water bucket next to a hotel.
Aerial view of a pool with colorful water slides and lounge chairs.
View of a swimming pool with circular water slides and swimmers.
Water slide and splash pool in front of a hotel building in a tropical setting
A girl in a yellow dress happily receives an ice cream from a hand.

Wellness

Dark modern spa area with purple lighting and seating near the mist room.
A relaxing massage room with red walls, massage tables, and soft lighting.
Indoor swimming pool area with loungers and large windows overlooking the outdoors.
For a fee: Hamam spa, massages, and treatments (face and body, guests receive a 10% discount on all spa services except beauty treatments).

Entertainment

For adults: All-day entertainment 6 times a week, evening entertainment 6 times a week, dance classes, Greek cooking classes, and karaoke. Open-air cinema "Cine Creta Maris" (includes 1 free ticket per person/per stay, June-September). Guests have access to the organic farm on the premises to learn about Cretan agriculture.

Hotel service

Reception/Concierge (24 h).
Check-in from 3 PM, check-out until 11 AM.
Guest service support.
Internal transfer within the resort by Creta staff using club cars.
Free parking.
Laundry and dry cleaning service (for a fee).
Evening babysitting service available on request (for a fee).
Doctor on call (for a fee).
Helicopter service (for a fee).
Luggage storage.
Breakfast room service (7:30 AM - 11 AM, for a fee)
Internet corner
Rooms for late departures
Private Dining (Candlelight Dinner Experiences, for a fee)
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High-speed Wi-Fi is available in all rooms and most common areas and is included.
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Guests in the Exclusive Adult room categories (2OA/DDA/AOM/DDB/1OA/EOM/AOS/DDC/ESO) have exclusive access to the following facilities:
- Spira Pool and 3 heated pools
- Adults-only section in the "Enomy" restaurant for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Access to the "Sima Beach Bar"
- Adults-only beach area with gazebos
- Outdoor spa pavilion

Credit card

Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Diners Club.

Hotel features

  • Golf
  • Internet
  • Children's Pool
  • Children's Playground
  • Wi-Fi
  • Spa
  • Water Slides
  • Animation
  • Fitness
  • Indoor Pool
  • Kids' Club/Mini Club
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hotel Safe
  • Sandy Beach
  • Massages
  • Tennis
  • Diving
  • Club
  • Shopping
  • Family Friendly
  • Direct Beach Location

Sustainability

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

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Information

The hotel plans to reopen in April 2026 after renovations.
Please note that there may be limitations in the scope of services offered during the opening phase. We will provide updates on any significant changes.
Please also note that the images shown here are partly model images and deviations may occur.
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The transfer time from Heraklion Airport is approximately 30 minutes.
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Accessible hotel facilities.
19 rooms for disabled guests available on request (HER232/DD2+DDM and HER732/D2I+2B)
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Pets are not allowed.
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Hotel contact:
Phone: (+30) 2897027000
Email: reservation@cretamaris.gr
In the catalog "Family Holiday" Summer 2026 on page 122.
In the catalog "Greece · Cyprus" Summer 2026 on page 144.

Information for climate resilience contribution

For stays from January 1, 2018, the Greek government levies a climate resilience contribution, payable by the guest locally, similar to a tourist tax. The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and, from January 1, 2025, is tiered from 0.50 Euros to 15 Euros per day and room.
For stays during peak season (April 1 - October 31):
National category 1-2 stars: 2 Euros
National category 3 stars: 5 Euros
National category 4 stars: 10 Euros
National category 5 stars: 15 Euros
For stays during the low season (November 1 - March 31):
National category 1-2 stars: 0.50 Euros
National category 3 stars: 1.50 Euros
National category 4 stars: 3 Euros
National category 5 stars: 4 Euros

Seasonal information

Additional contingents bookable under HER732.

Country category

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Last updated: 19.02.2026 13:15