Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Platanias

Minoa Palace *****

CHQ346
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Location

The luxurious resort is located directly on the long sandy and pebble beach. Platanias is about 900 m away, and the center of Chania with numerous shopping and entertainment opportunities is about 12 km away. Chania Airport is approx. 24 km away, and Heraklion Airport is approx. 150 km away. A bus stop is within walking distance.
Two lounge chairs with blankets and baskets on a sandy beach overlooking the sea with mountains in the background.
Path in a well-maintained garden with benches and lush vegetation in a hotel area.
Pool area with loungers and umbrellas beside palm trees in the hotel garden.

Facilities

Outdoor hotel area with blooming tree and seating under pergola
Open hotel restaurant area with tables, chairs, and modern lighting at night
Modern restaurant with set tables overlooking a harbor at sunset.
A set table with wine, glasses, and cutlery on a terrace with plants and sunshine.
Illuminated restaurant with terrace overlooking a well-kept lawn at dusk.
Bar with geometric pattern on front and illuminated bottle shelves, bartender in background
The hotel and bungalow complex has a total of 266 rooms, spread across 2 buildings connected by a bridge. Facilities include a reception area with seating, internet corner, 4 restaurants, 4 bars, a wine cellar with a large selection, TV/video room, mini-market and jeweler, as well as a spa center. The garden area features 4 freshwater swimming pools with 2 whirlpools and a pool bar. Sun loungers, umbrellas, and beach towels are included by the pool and on the beach. Wi-Fi is available throughout the complex.

Accommodation

Double room

The double rooms are located in the main building, are tastefully furnished, and feature a bath/WC, hairdryer, telephone, safe, smart TV, minibar (for a fee), air conditioning, slippers, a welcome package upon arrival, tea/coffee making facilities, turn-down service, and a balcony facing the land side (D). Available as single occupancy (DE) or with pool view (PD).

Modern hotel room with double bed, nightstands, and soft lighting.
Cozy hotel room with bed, sofa, nightstand, and warm lighting
Table with two chairs on balcony overlooking pool and tropical plants.
Bright hotel room with two beds, balcony, and sea view.
Modern hotel room with large bed, desk, and view of a pool with seating area.
Modern hotel room with large bed, nightstand, built-in wardrobe, and desk.
Modern hotel lounge area with a view of a pool and palm trees outside.

Double room Imperial

These rooms have the same amenities as the double rooms but are located in the Imperial building (DA). They are also available with a side sea view (AMS).

Double room Imperial with private pool

These rooms have the same amenities as the Double rooms Imperial and also offer access to a private pool (PPZ).

Modern hotel room with large bed, nightstand, built-in wardrobe, and desk.
Bright living room with view of pool and garden through large glass wall.
Modern hotel lounge area with a view of a pool and palm trees outside.
Modern hotel room with large bed, sofa, and wooden table with decorations.
Modern bathroom with marble walls, large mirror, and comfortable sink area.

Bungalow Type A

These rooms have the same amenities as the double rooms, with 2 single beds or a double bed with an additional sofa bed, but are slightly more spacious and located in the bungalow buildings (B2A).

Bungalow Private Pool

With the same amenities as the bungalows, these rooms additionally offer access to a private pool (2PX).
The private pool is not supervised. Please exercise caution.

Bright hotel room with sofa, cushions, and view of pool and garden through large open door.
Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, desk, and balcony overlooking greenery.
Elegant hotel room with large bed, seating area, and view of pool and palm trees.
Elegant bathroom with marble tiles, round mirror, modern bathtub, and decorative plants.

Meals

Breakfast/Half Board/Full Board

Breakfast from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM in buffet style at the "Elia" restaurant.
Half board includes dinner in buffet style from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM.
Full board includes an additional à la carte or buffet lunch.
Drinks are extra during lunch/dinner.
Smart casual attire is requested for dinner.

Table with breakfast on a terrace overlooking the sea and palm trees.

Sports included

Table tennis, tennis (floodlights for a fee), Padel, fitness room, indoor pool (for guests aged 16+ in the spa area), mini-football, Pilates, aqua fitness, and cycling tours.

Sports for a fee

Bicycle rental.

Children's program

2 separate children's pools and a playground.

Wellness

Modern indoor pool with blue tiled basin and decorative column in a hotel lounge.
Modern designed spa room with heated benches and central water fountain.
Elegant indoor pool with modern wall lights and relaxing seating areas.
The spa and wellness center, for guests aged 16 and over, offers a sauna, whirlpool, hammam, yoga and Pilates classes, as well as massages, manicures, and pedicures. All treatments are subject to a charge and are available by appointment.

Entertainment

Live music with piano & jazz every week, Greek night, wine tasting, cooking classes, and other themed evenings.

Hotel service

Babysitting service (available on request for a fee).
Cots and high chairs are available on request.
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Daily housekeeping.
Daily towel and linen change available on request.
Laundry service (for a fee).

Credit card

Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Eurocard are accepted at the hotel.

Hotel features

  • Shopping facilities
  • Fitness
  • Indoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Children's playground
  • Children's pool
  • Massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Tennis
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Club
  • Family friendly
  • Direct beach location
  • Extended hygiene concept

Note

Rooms for guests with reduced mobility are available on request.
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Pets are not allowed.
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Contrary to the catalog description, for combinations with destination airport HER, please also use the CHQ code.
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Check-in: 3 PM.
Check-out: 12 PM.
Hotel contact:
Minoa Palace
Phone: 0030/2821036500
Email: reservation@minoapalace.gr

Note on Climate Resilience Levy

For stays from January 1, 2018, the Greek government charges a climate resilience levy, which is to be paid by the guest on-site, similar to a tourist tax. The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and, from January 1, 2025, will range from 0.50 Euros to 15 Euros per day and room.
For stays in high season, April 1 - October 31:
Land category 1-2 stars: 2 Euros
Land category 3 stars: 5 Euros
Land category 4 stars: 10 Euros
Land category 5 stars: 15 Euros
For stays in low season, November 1 - March 31:
Land category 1-2 stars: 0.50 Euros
Land category 3 stars: 1.50 Euros
Land category 4 stars: 3 Euros
Land category 5 stars: 4 Euros

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 21.02.2026 11:55