Creta Maris Resort

Crete, Hersonissos

Based on 6662 traveller reviews

88% of travellers recommended this hotel

All-inclusive beachfront resort with traditional Cretan architecture
Multiple pools, restaurants, and extensive family facilities
Adults-only zones and wellness centre for relaxation
Ideal for families, couples, and multi-generational holidays

Creta Maris Resort is a 5-star all-inclusive property located in Hersonissos, Crete. Blending traditional Cretan architecture with modern luxury, the resort offers over 680 rooms, suites, and bungalows. Guests enjoy direct beach access, multiple pools, and a wide range of dining and entertainment options.

The resort caters to all ages, with dedicated family zones, kids’ clubs, and adults-only areas for relaxation. Whether you're travelling as a couple, with children, or in a multi-generational group, Creta Maris provides a seamless blend of comfort, culture, and convenience.

Facilities

Bars and Restaurants

Alatsi Restaurant

Cuisine: Seafood and fish

Style: Agean seafood grill à la carte

Opening Times: Dinner

Dress Code: Smart evening wear

Notes: Reservation required

Arismari Resaurant

Cuisine: Greek & Mediterranean

Style: Poolside dining

Opening Times: Breakfast buffet, lunch buffet and dinner à la carte

Dress Code: Smart evening wear

Notes: For dinner, reservations are required

Enomy Restaurant

Cuisine: Cretan and international

Style: Buffet restaurant with live cooking stations

Opening Times: Breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus late-night snacks

Dress Code: Smart evening wear

Notes: Exclusive outdoor area for guests staying in Adult Deluxe Rooms.

Estia Restaurant

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Style: Buffet

Opening Times: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Dress Code: Smart evening wear

Notes: Reservations required for dinner

Kourites Pool Bar

Cuisine: Coffees and ice cream

Style: Poolside snacks

Opening Times: Daily

Dress Code: None

Mademi Restaurant

Cuisine: Cretan steakhouse

Style: Modern industrial à la carte

Opening Times: Breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus late-night snacks

Dress Code: Smart evening wear

Notes: Exclusive outdoor area for guests staying in Adult Deluxe Rooms.

Cinema Bar

Cuisine: Drinks and snacks

Style: Open-air

Opening Times: Daily

Dress Code: None

Pithos Resaurant

Cuisine: Cretan farm-to-table

Style: Farm-to-table à la carte

Opening Times: Dinner

Dress Code: Smart evening wear

Notes: Reservations required

Platia Restaurant

Cuisine: Traditional Cretan

Style: À la carte

Opening Times: Dinner

Dress Code: Smart evening wear

Notes: Reservation required

Adama Cocktail Bar

Style: Rustic chic with panoramic views of the sea

Open: Daily

Notes: For adults and children aged 16 or over

Aperol Spritz Bar

Style: Poolside

Open: Daily

Ruga Pool Bar

Style: Casual

Open: Daily

Idaia Bar

Style: Romantic

Open: Daily

Sima Beach Bar

Style: Beach casual

Open: Daily

Nami Wine Cellar

Style: Wine Cellar

Notes: For adults and children aged 16 or over

Vegera Lounge Bar

Style: Lounge with extensive cocktail list

Open: Daily

Steki Bar

Style: Traditional Cretan

Open: Daily

Waterpark Bar

Cuisine: Burgers, salads and snacks

Style: Casual

Opening Times: Daily

Dress Code: Beach casual

Beach and Pool

Pools

The resort features ten outdoor pools, three of which are heated. The Spira Pool is exclusively for guests staying in the Adult Deluxe Rooms.

Enjoy one of seven freshwater pools situated around the resort or kick back and relax in the jacuzzi.

Kid’s Pool

Splash around and make new friends in one of the five on-site kids’ pools. All feature shallow waters and are supervised by an on-duty lifeguard.

Beach

Direct access to a sandy 250m Blue Flag beach with sunbeds and water sports available.

For Families

Asterias Kids’ Club

Age range: 4–12 years

Activities: Games, crafts, sports

Hours: Morning and afternoon

Supervision: Fully supervised

Booking: Recommended

Baby Room

Age range: 0–5 years

Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:30-17:30

Supervision: Unsupervised, parent or guardian required

Babysitting

Evening babysitters are available from 18:30, Monday to Saturday. All babysitters have completed Worldwide Kids babysitting training and all hold a relevant DBS check or equivalent.

Booking: Required

Teens’ Club

Age range: 13–17 years

Activities: Social events, games and outdoor sports

Hours: Afternoon and evening

Supervision: Fully supervised

Booking: Recommended

Waterpark

Creta Maris features a waterpark with adrenaline pumping slides and a multi-level aqua tower pool.

Spa and Wellness

Hammam Spa

Offers massages, facials, and hydrotherapy. Facilities include sauna, steam bath and indoor pool. Open daily to guests aged 16 and over. Advance booking recommended.

Activities and Entertainment

Activities & Entertainment

Guests can enjoy tennis, basketball, boccia and mini golf. Evening entertainment includes live music, shows, and cinema nights. Excursions to archaeological sites and villages are available via the concierge.

Creta Maris Resort is located in Hersonissos, on the northern coast of Crete. The resort is close to shops, restaurants, and cultural sites.

Transfer Time

Transfer time from Heraklion Airport is approximately 25 minutes by car.

Deluxe Room

Max 2 adults + 1 child

Modern décor with balcony or terrace, garden or mountain views.

27m²

Facilities

Air conditioning

Minibar

WiFi

Family Room

Max 2 adults + 2 children

Modern décor with balcony or terrace, garden or mountain views.

35m²

Facilities

Suite

Max 3 adults

Separate living area, sea views, and premium furnishings.

45m²

Facilities

All Inclusive

Includes all meals, snacks, and selected drinks. Guests can dine at buffet and à la carte restaurants. Premium drinks and some à la carte options may require reservation or supplement.

Based on 6662 traveller reviews

88% of travellers recommended this hotel

Travellers Ratings

Excellent

5022

Very Good

1125

Average

331

Poor

110

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Reviews

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Not 5 star

Ian T, West Kirby, United Kingdom

Oct 06 2025

We stayed in the Adult Exclusive area and would say it is a lovely resort and the staff are generally very nice. The food was among the best we have had in an all inclusive. BUT, I have to address...

We stayed in the Adult Exclusive area and would say it is a lovely resort and the staff are generally very nice. The food was among the best we have had in an all inclusive. BUT, I have to address the elephant in the room. There was a terrible smell of sewerage, particularly near the stream running alongside the outside adult dining area (which our room overlooked). It was so bad we couldn't sit on the balcony most of the time, and the smell came through the air conditioning unit in the bedroom. We asked after the first night if we could move rooms, but the reception said no, as the smell (which they stressed was nothing to do with the hotel), was everywhere. They said thank you for letting them know and that one other guest had mentioned it that morning. Frankly, all the staff in the outdoor dining area must have known as well as cleaners etc. And it lasted the whole week. My wife had an upset tummy on the 3rd day, and I had flu like symptoms for the following couple of days. We did overhear other guests saying they had been unwell, and read similar stories on the hotel Facebook page. I think the hotel should have lots of hand sanitiser stations, particularly on the way into the restaurants. The 'deluxe' adult room had 2 single beds pushed together (but made up as single beds). There was not much deluxe about it other than a Nespresso machine. Also the show head was the kind you rinse yourself with (the cylinder type hand held ones). I think with hindsight we would have been better off in the lovely looking bungalows. The adult area around the pool would have been good, but by 9 o clock they all had towels on despite there being no people around. We only got one of these beds twice in the whole stay. We had looked forward to visiting the wine cellar, but it was very expensive and was always empty when we looked in. It would be better if you could just go and have a nice bottle of wine without the whole 'experience'. The last disappointment was the amount of people smoking everywhere. Even in the few non smoking areas outside, you could often smell cigarettes. On the plus side, the cocktails were lovely, but I'm not sure we will be rushing back. It is a bit out of the way and there isn't much to do within walking distance. The hotel farm is nice, and worth a visit to see the donkeys !

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99.9% Perfect

Matthew M,

Oct 04 2025

My wife and I went here in September 2025, having booked last minute following a very difficult year. We went with TUI. From the moment we arrived we were treated fantastically, with reception staff...

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Unforgettable Family Holiday at Creta Maris

chicos2013, Tel Aviv, Israel

Oct 01 2025

We recently stayed at Creta Maris for a family reunion, bringing together four families from Europe and the Middle East ??? three generations in all. After thorough research, we chose this resort and...

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Creta Maris Resort

Facilities

Bars and Restaurants

Alatsi Restaurant

Arismari Resaurant

Enomy Restaurant

Estia Restaurant

Kourites Pool Bar

Mademi Restaurant

Cinema Bar

Pithos Resaurant

Platia Restaurant

Adama Cocktail Bar

Aperol Spritz Bar

Idaia Bar

Sima Beach Bar

Nami Wine Cellar

Steki Bar

Waterpark Bar

Beach and Pool

Pools

Kid’s Pool

Beach

For Families

Asterias Kids’ Club

Baby Room

Babysitting

Teens’ Club

Waterpark

Spa and Wellness

Hammam Spa

Activities and Entertainment

Activities & Entertainment

Transfer Time

Deluxe Room

Facilities

Family Room

Facilities

Suite

Facilities

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