Location
The Atlantica Akti Zeus hotel is located directly on the long sandy/pebble beach of Ammoudara. In the immediate vicinity, there are numerous shops and entertainment options, and a bus stop is only about 120 m away. The center of Heraklion can be reached in about 12 km. Heraklion Airport is also easily accessible and is located about 15 km from the hotel.
Facilities
The family-friendly resort has 368 rooms spread across 3 buildings and offers a lobby with a 24-hour reception, elevator, 1 buffet restaurant, 2 à la carte restaurants (Italian and Greek; both for a fee, reservation required), several bars, a wine cellar, souvenir shop, jeweler, and a mini-market. Wi-Fi is included throughout the resort. The well-maintained garden area features a hotel-owned water park with several slides (admission included, bar in the water park for a fee) as well as 2 swimming pools with sun terrace and pool/snack bar. Sun loungers and umbrellas are included by the pool and on the beach. Bath towels can be rented for a deposit. Parking spaces at the hotel are included, subject to availability.
Accommodation
Double room
The modernly furnished rooms have a bath or shower/WC, hairdryer, double bed or 2 single beds, telephone, LCD TV, individually adjustable air conditioning, mini-fridge, safe for rent, coffee/tea making facilities, and a balcony or terrace (D). For a 3rd or 4th person, there are additional beds (DA/DB).
Family room
With the same amenities as the double rooms, a sliding door (not available in all rooms) separates additional sleeping spaces (DF2).
Also bookable as a Superior Family Room with a separate sleeping area (F2U).
Suite
The spacious suites, with the same amenities as the double rooms, consist of a living/sleeping area and a separate bedroom (no connecting door) (S2).
Meals
All Inclusive
Breakfast (7:30 AM - 10:30 AM), lunch (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM), and dinner (6:30 PM - 9:30 PM) are served buffet-style. Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are also available. Occasionally, there are themed dinner nights.
Once per stay, you can have dinner at the Greek à la carte restaurant (reservation required).
Various snacks are available during the day from 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM, and coffee, tea, and pastries are served in the afternoon from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Snacks are available at the lobby bar after 11:00 PM.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are included at the open bars from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM.
Appropriate attire is requested for dinner!
Wearing an AI bracelet is mandatory!
All Inclusive
Sports included
Table tennis and fitness studio.
Sports for a fee
Water sports on the beach offered by local providers.
Children's program
Mini club for ages 4-12, water park with several slides (small multi-slide, large slides for children aged 8 and over and a height of 1.30 m, wave slide for children aged 10 and over and a height of 1.40 m). For the younger guests, there are also 2 attractions with small slides in the water park.
Wellness
The spa, offering various massages and treatments, can be used for a fee.
Hotel service
Parking spaces at the hotel are included, subject to availability.
Baby cots and high chairs are available free of charge, subject to availability.
Babysitting service available on request and for a fee.
Rooms are cleaned daily.
Bed linen and towels are changed every third day.
Credit card
Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and Diners Club are accepted.
Hotel features
- Directly on the beach
- Family-friendly
- Hotel safe
- Air conditioning
- Kids' club/mini club
- Massages
- Spa
- Wi-Fi
- Water slides
- Internet
- Extended hygiene concept
Note
We recommend wearing bathing shoes.
There is a power plant nearby.
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Rooms for guests with reduced mobility are available on request and subject to availability.
Pets are not allowed!
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Wearing an AI bracelet is mandatory!
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Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Hotel contact:
Atlantica Akti Zeus
Phone: 0030 2810378900
Fax: 0030 2810378929
Email: aktizeus@atlanticahotels.com
Note for Climate Resilience Levy
For stays from 01/01/2018 onwards, the Greek government levies a climate resilience tax, which is to be paid by the guest locally, similar to a tourist tax. The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and will be tiered from €0.50 to €15 per day and room starting from 01/01/2025.
For stays during high season 01/04-31/10
Land category 1-2 stars €2
Land category 3 stars €5
Land category 4 stars €10
Land category 5 stars €15
For stays during low season 01/11-31/03
Land category 1-2 stars €0.50
Land category 3 stars €1.50
Land category 4 stars €3
Land category 5 stars €4
Country category
4 Sterne
Last updated: 21.02.2026 16:36