- Visit a local farm and learn to make delicious Cretan dishes from their produce
- Ideal for families, with extensive children’s facilities and entertainment
- Leave the luxurious Elixir spa feeling pampered, with face and body treatments and whirlpools
- Say goodbye to beach hair with an onsite beauty salon and hairdresser
With plenty to please families and couples alike, the Grecotel Creta Palace is a versatile holiday choice. Set on a stretch of sand and pebble beach in the picturesque town of Missiria it’s also conveniently located for visiting the livelier Rethymnon, which is just 4km away.
When it comes to room choices there really is something for everyone, from single occupancy choices to large suites. Families will love the bungalow options which can accommodate up to three children and are decorated in a bright but stylish fashion. There’s also a special pool with waterslides, children’s cookery classes and an all-day free mini buffet to keep little ones entertained. For adults a visit to the Elixir spa will leave you feeling relaxed and revived, while everyone will enjoy the Blue Flag beach and array of varied dining options.
For an extra special adventure take a trip to the hotel’s organic farm, which is a short 15 minute drive away. Here you can learn how to make a variety of Cretan dishes before enjoying your creations in the onsite taverna.
Hotel child prices apply to ages 2–11 years. The hotel has 335 rooms.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Labyrinth, Atrium Restaurant
Offering buffet breakfasts and dinners, you’ll find a huge array of tempting choices with a traditional Cretan corner for local delicacies.
Open: For breakfast and dinner
Guests on half board and full board can eat at this restaurant. Guests on half board may exchange dinner for lunch if they prefer. Guests on half board and full board can receive EUR11 credit towards dining in the a la carte restaurants.
Barbarossa
Enjoy fine dining and beautiful views at this open air à la carte restaurant. Fresh seafood is the speciality.
Open: For dinner (weather dependant)
Golden Dragon
Treat yourself to a mouth-watering modern Asian menu at the Golden Dragon restaurant.
Open: For dinner
King Minos
For a fun and lively night, the King Minos has special themed evenings which feature live entertainment alongside an extensive menu.
Open: For dinner
Coffee house
Get your caffeine hit in style at the Grecotel Creta Palace’s onsite coffee house.
Lounge bar
Relax before dinner with a tasty aperitif or round the night off with a decadent digestif.
Princess Ariadne
This laid-back poolside brasserie serves a selection of light meals, snacks and drinks all day.
Zeus & Amalthia
This stylish rooftop restaurant and bar serves finger food and delicious cocktails, made for a sophisticated night out.
Beach and &
Swimming Pools
Choose from a selection of four different swimming pools during your stay. The choice includes a landscaped seawater pool, freshwater garden pool, children’s pool and indoor pool with Jacuzzi.
For Families
Grecokids
Children can spend their days taking in part in fun activities and making new friends at the Grecoland Kids’ Club. Activities include arts and crafts, swimming, treasure hunts, and even gardening.
Ages: 4–6 years
Grecojuniors
Perfect for children who aren’t quite teens yet, there are plenty of activities to keep little ones entertained. Options include discos, sports, water sports, crafts, and lots more.
Ages: 7–12 years
Grecoteens
Ideal for teenagers who want to make new friends and enjoy age appropriate activities, the daily programmes include beach volleyball, basketball, hip hop dancing, discos, and more.
Ages: 13+
Spa & Wellness
Elixir Beauty Spa
Indulge in a range of facial and body treatments and enjoy the facilities, including water-cannon, whirlpool, a sauna and steam and open air treatment rooms.
Activities & Entertainment
Agreco Farm
Visit the hotel’s farm to learn about local produce and enjoy a Cretan cooking lesson.
About the location
Grecotel Creta Palace is on a long stretch of golden sands along Crete’s north coast. It’s close to the historic town of Rethymnon, in the tranquil village of Missiria. The village’s main attraction is its Blue Flag beach, which is lapped by crystal clear waters and is home to loungers, sun beds, and bars and restaurants. Spend the day immersing yourself in the serenity of the resort or trying watersports, before heading to one of the seaside tavernas for a delicious lunch.
For culture, restaurants and bars head into nearby Rethymnon. Here you’ll find Venetian architecture, street side cafés, a selection of bars, and a picturesque harbour. Plus, there are ancient mosques and churches in the old town, and a historic fortress.
Transfer time
Grecotel Creta Palace is a 50-minute drive from Crete Chania Airport.
Single Room
Max 1 adult
All Single Rooms feature a balcony.
28m²
Double Room Sea View
Max 3 adults
Double Rooms Sea View are elegantly decorated in gold, silver and ivory shades. They are located in the main building and feature a double bedroom with an additional sofa bed for a child and a balcony or terrace with sea views.
28m²
Bungalow Garden View
Max 3 adults
Bungalows Garden View are located in the garden area on the ground or first floor. They feature a double bed, open plan living area with a sofa bed for a child and a balcony or terrace with garden views.
33m²
Bungalow Side Sea View
Max 3 adults
Bungalow Side Sea View rooms feature a lounge area and private balcony or terrace. They are located on the ground or first floors.
33m²
Family Bungalow Garden View
Max 2 adults, 2 children
Family Bungalows are located in the fragrant multi-coloured gardens on the first or ground floor. They feature a master bedroom and a lounge area separated by a sliding door, with two large sofa beds, ideal for children. The bathroom features a bathtub and a separate shower.
45m²
Deluxe Family Bungalow Garden View
Max 3 adults, 2 children
Deluxe Family Bungalows are located in the garden area on the ground or first floor with a garden view. Ideal for larger families, these bungalows feature a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and an open plan lounge area, a second bedroom for up to three with an additional bathroom and a terrace/veranda with comfortable outdoor furniture.
53 - 60m²
Junior Bungalow Suite Seafront
Max 2 adults, 1 child
Junior Bungalow Suites Seafront are located on ground or first floor on the beachfront with direct sea views. They consist of a bedroom with a king size bed, an open plan lounge area and an outdoor terrace.
35m²
Famous Class Palace Guest Room Panoramic Sea View
Max 2 adults
Palace Guest Rooms Panoramic Sea View are located in the main building. These rooms feature a spacious double bedroom with an open plan living area, marble bathroom and a furnished veranda. Making the most of its penthouse setting, these rooms offer amazing panoramic sea views. In addition to the regular facilities, guests staying in these rooms will also receive a 'Famous Class Service' including express check in and check out, Champagne and fresh fruit on arrival, kid's welcome surprise, upgraded bathroom amenities, tea and coffee making facilities, two à la carte dinners per week at selected restaurants (minimum stay applies), free kid's dinners at any à la carte restaurant from the kid's menu, complimentary cool beach drinks and snacks and beach bags with towels.
45m²
Room Discount
All Room Types
Save up to 20% discount on the hotel price for holidays between 23 - 28 October 2019.
The above offer must be booked by 28 October 2019.
Famous Class Services
Book a Famous Class Palace Guest Room Panoramic Sea View for holidays between 21 April - 28 October 2019 and receive dining privileges, Famous Class dedicated offers, welcome and room offers and beach amenities, please call our trusted advisers for further assistance.
Based on 1074 traveller reviews
79% of travellers recommended this hotel
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Reviews
“ A great resort for a family vacation in early October
Schuema1, Lucerne, Switzerland
Oct 15 2019
The hotel was a recommendation from a friend of mine who is Greek! We were five adults and had to villas next to each other with our on pools and a spacious bed room on the first floor. We also had...
The hotel was a recommendation from a friend of mine who is Greek! We were five adults and had to villas next to each other with our on pools and a spacious bed room on the first floor. We also had our on tent at the beach and the outstanding service included soft drinks and a fruit basket on a daily basis. The service personell was excellent and extremely friendly and accommodative. The main buffet restaurant was excellent and the kids corner (they could eat the whole day starting from noon) was a great success. The other three restaurants were splendid. Fresh fish from the grill, sushi, Chinese and the Sky Bar with awesome food, were a treat to visit. The sand beach is wide and clean. Every evening there was different live music and entertainment, which we really enjoyed. We stayed for two weeks and are definitely planning to go back again!
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“ Very good
447lilianav, Bucharest, Romania
Oct 13 2019
The hotel is nice, the room ok. The difference is THE PEOPLE. i have never met such great staff. From the reception to the man carring your luggage, they all were incredible nice. They made me feel...
The hotel is nice, the room ok. The difference is THE PEOPLE. i have never met such great staff. From the reception to the man carring your luggage, they all were incredible nice. They made me feel good and make my holiday better.
Every request i had, they found a way and made it happened, they were absolutly incredible.
The hotel is a great choice for families, they have a special care for children.
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“ Daughters Wedding
Steve W, Tewkesbury, England, United Kingdom
Oct 13 2019
We have just returned from the Creta Palace after celebrating our daughter's wedding, the ceremony itself was held in the Sky Bar with a beach party in the evening, the whole day ran perfectly due to...
We have just returned from the Creta Palace after celebrating our daughter's wedding, the ceremony itself was held in the Sky Bar with a beach party in the evening, the whole day ran perfectly due to the hard work of Katerina, the event manager.
The hotel itself is a lovely place to stay with large rooms with a great pool and beach areas all of which are kept immaculately clean and tidy.
The main reason this hotel is so special is the staff who couldn't do enough for us, many thanks to everyone who made our stay so memorable.
Would definitely recommend.
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“ So perfect that we decided to get married here!
RichG1990, Crewe, United Kingdom
Oct 11 2019
Where do I begin?... What an incredible week we spent here with our friends and family. This was our second visit this year after visiting in May where we fell in love with Crete and this particular...
Where do I begin?... What an incredible week we spent here with our friends and family. This was our second visit this year after visiting in May where we fell in love with Crete and this particular hotel.
As soon as you arrive you receive a personal greeting with a complimentary tray of drinks to enjoy by the pool whilst you are checked in. There are so many different room choices available to suit friends, couples and families and we were fortunate enough to experience a variety of these whilst we stayed. All of which were up to an impeccable standard and the views from the double rooms were incredible.
The facilities were brilliant, always sufficient sun loungers round the pool and on the beach to use for free. The pool is really nice although a tad cold and the beach is just beautiful with a lovely little beach bar and seating area. There is also the Elixir spa which was so nice we decided to go for 2 massages whilst there, which were incredibly relaxing. There's also indoor pool which is child friendly and sauna and Jacuzzis, although bear in mind the jacuzzis are single sex.
Selection of food was really good at the breakfast buffet and for our wedding day was the best I've ever tasted. The pastry desserts were out of this world!! We had roughly 30 guests on our special day and it's all they could talk about.
The one reason that we will be coming back though is definitely the staff. They are just incredibly helpful and caring and can't do enough for you. Georgios the general manager greeted us personally and offered to speak at our ceremony. He'd always stop to say hello despite no doubt being very busy. Our event planner, Katerina, echoed this and made sure absolutely everything was set up perfectly for our special day. The staff here are definitely the reason we will be returning again to Creta Palace. We can't thank you enough!
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“ Very nice stay
Sverre H, Bergen, Norway
Oct 11 2019
Clean rooms. Professional staff. Outstanding service. Opulent breakfast. Probably the widest beach in Crete, but not the clearest water. Watersport activities are available. Also the beautiful city...
Clean rooms. Professional staff. Outstanding service. Opulent breakfast. Probably the widest beach in Crete, but not the clearest water. Watersport activities are available. Also the beautiful city of Rethymno is only a short drive away.
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