- 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 Creta Palace, Grecotel Luxury Beach Resort 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.
Dine Club - what's included
The Dine Club is a new experience in half board dining featuring a variety of selected participating Restaurants around the Island & Free kids dining. Participating Restaurants at Grecotels: Amirandes, Corfu Imperial, White Palace, Caramel Boutique Resort, Creta Palace & Agreco Farms.
Guests can exchange their dinner for Lunch.
Lunch is served at Princess Ariadne from set menu or credit allowance for a la carte menu and dinner is served at the Creta Palace main restaurant or with credit allowance in participating a la carte restaurants.
Additionally, guests on Dine Club receive One free a la carte dinner in selected restaurants of the participating hotels, per 7 nights stay and One free dinner in Agreco Farms, per 7 nights stay, reservations required.
Please note, drinks are not included.
The Dine Club offers an ALL In-Dining experience for children (up to 11.99 years), including snacks, fresh fruits, cakes, biscuits, ice creams, juices and water all day at Grecoland. Tasty corner lunch at the main restaurants. A la carte kids dining in designated restaurants with special kid's menu including juices & refreshments.
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, lunch and dinner
Guest booked on Dine Club can eat at this restaurant.
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)
Guests booked on Dine Club can receive a discount towards meals at this restaurant.
Golden Dragon
Treat yourself to a mouth-watering modern Asian menu at the Golden Dragon restaurant.
Open: For dinner
Guests booked on Dine Club can receive a discount towards meals at this restaurant.
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.
Guests booked on Dine Club can receive a discount towards meals at this restaurant.
Zeus & Amalthia
This stylish rooftop restaurant and bar serves finger food and delicious cocktails, made for a sophisticated night out.
Guests booked on Dine Club can receive a discount towards meals at his restaurant.
Swimming Pools
Swimming Pools
Choose from a selection of three different swimming pools during your stay. The choice includes a landscaped seawater pool, freshwater 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
Creta Palace, Grecotel Luxury Beach Resort 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
Creta Palace, Grecotel Luxury Beach Resort 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 2 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 first floor.
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
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.
45m²
Comfort ALL-IN Package
NEW COMFORT ALL-IN PACK
The all-inclusive dining upgrade option includes breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as soft drinks, mineral water, tea & coffee, selected drinks, cocktails, wines & beers.
In addition to the dinner offered in your Half Board or Dine Club package, you will enjoy lunch, drinks & beverages as well as snacks throughout the day.
The "Comfort All-In supplement package" includes:
11.00-01.00
snacks & drinks served at selected venues
13.00-15.30
Option of a la carte set menu or lunch buffet including Soft drinks, mineral water, selected drinks, wines & beers
Special kids’ meals. Tasty corner lunch buffet or lunch box 12.30-14.00 including Soft drinks, mineral water
18.30-21.30
During Dinner Soft drinks, mineral water, selected drinks, wines & beers
Free drinks served during the day include:
Soft drinks, mineral water, beer, tea & coffee Selected drinks, cocktails, wines, spirits, mocktails
Consumption is Unlimited
Bed and Breakfast
Guests can enjoy a delicious continental buffet breakfast. Breakfast is served in the Labyrinth, Atrium Restaurant.
Based on 1197 traveller reviews
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Reviews
“ A relaxing holiday
Wiesi, Vienna, Austria
Sep 27 2021
First of all, it was a truly nice experience. It is a luxurious resort no doubt about it. The food is nice and everybody very friendly. The check-in was efficient done outside because of the corona...
First of all, it was a truly nice experience. It is a luxurious resort no doubt about it. The food is nice and everybody very friendly. The check-in was efficient done outside because of the corona limitations. If you own a smartphone you can download an app from the hotel to reserve your mealtimes, which is required.
Nevertheless there are some - minor - flaws: Shampoo, hair conditioner and shower gel should be replaced when empty without asking for.
Some People didn???t adhere to their located eating times, which results that you have to wait for a free table. I found it not acceptable to see guests in swimwear at the restaurant. Later on, they opened the indoor dining. A bit short of personnel because of Covid.
Also on the beach, if you go there after 10 a.m. no more free sun beds but on many of them you see nobody. Also no desinfection of the sun beds, as it should be. Covid protection was OK, more or less, we didn???t have to show our vaccination certificate, also on arrival at the airport (Chania) the controls were very rudimentary.
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“ Food
AnishShah91,
Sep 24 2021
My wife and I stayed at the hotel on a half board basis. We were slightly concerned due to our strict dietary requirements and if the hotel would be able to accommodate. We both follow a strict Hindu...
My wife and I stayed at the hotel on a half board basis. We were slightly concerned due to our strict dietary requirements and if the hotel would be able to accommodate. We both follow a strict Hindu satvic diet which means no meat, fish, eggs onions or garlic. With that said, I must say I???m so impressed by Cecilia Bakker, that works in the F&B department. Every morning and evening she has personally taken full accountability that sufficient and a variety of starters, mains and desserts be served to us. She often personally surprises us with different dishes and warmly provides more than we can possibly eat. Each evening we???ve been so impressed and this has continued throughout the trip. I would like to take this opportunity say a big heart felt thank you to her for making our trip so special and amazing. I certainly hope senior management recognise her efforts, I might also add she has often stayed back after her core hours to ensure we???ve been sufficiently catered for - above and beyond our expectations, only with a smiling face ever ready to be helpful!
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“ Green hotel territory and big sand beach zone
UlyanaInStars, Moscow, Russia
Sep 16 2021
ROOMS: we booked a garden bungalow, there is one king-size comfortable bed and one extra bed for one person. There are also spacious bathroom with shower, balcony and air conditioning. Nothing...
ROOMS: we booked a garden bungalow, there is one king-size comfortable bed and one extra bed for one person. There are also spacious bathroom with shower, balcony and air conditioning. Nothing special and deserves an extra compliment.
FOOD: breakfast is really various and tasty. Eggs, fish, meat - you can find everything you need. Also you can make your own Greek yoghurt, try different veggies, fruits and also sweets. Every day they serve 2-3 types of fresh juices and smoothies.
BEACH: sand beach but some areas near the sea are covered by small pebbles. Spacious beach zone with big amount of sun beds under special umbrellas. There is also bar with special tables for guests where you can buy cocktails, alcohol, soft drinks and some snacks.
LOCATION: 10min drive to the Rethymno centre, 5 min walk to the Zisis tavern - I very recommend you to have a lunch/dinner there!
FACILITIES: big pool, restaurants with Mediterranean cuisine, small shops on the hotel territory: grocery, clothes like swim wear/t-shirts/flip flops/bags etc, greek products (oil, soap) and souvenirs, big free parking zone. You can also send postcards from the hotel. We have bottle of wine due to our honeymoon and B-Day cake on my Birthday which was very nice :)
STAFF&SERVICE: staff is very helpful and polite but cleaning may be much better: they don???t refill used shampoos/body wash bottles, don???t throw spoiled fruits if we forgot/didn???t see in time.
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“ Friendly and professional staff in a smart, bright beach holiday hotel
B5830ACdavide, Greece
Sep 11 2021
The property is a smart beach and pool hotel holiday complex with multiple restaurants and bars, shops, spa, gym etc. You need never leave, and might not want to.
The rooms are a good size and good...
The property is a smart beach and pool hotel holiday complex with multiple restaurants and bars, shops, spa, gym etc. You need never leave, and might not want to.
The rooms are a good size and good standard, and the sea view balconies give you just that. The food and dining are everywhere very good, with variety in the main buffet throughout our stay.
The key to this hotel are the staff - and I don't just mean they are warm hearted (which they are in spades). Things like moving the diners from outside to inside during rain are done swiftly and professionally. Warning of possible building work noise near your room. A masseur (Matthius) who came in on his day off to take a single 8.30am booking. The guy running the beach volleyball wants his team to win.
All in all, this is the right place to stay for a 5 star holiday.
(The COVID security was pretty hot - even gloves at the buffet. And the staff certainly were onto all the rules. Not just for show. Includes a test centre)
No hesitation recommending.
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“ LOVED THIS RESORT AND WOULD GO BACK
799elenie, Cape Town, South Africa
Sep 08 2021
The service and staff were so committed to making us feel relaxed, safe and supported to have a rejuvenating holiday. The hotel was super clean and in good condition and the COVID measures were the...
The service and staff were so committed to making us feel relaxed, safe and supported to have a rejuvenating holiday. The hotel was super clean and in good condition and the COVID measures were the best I have encountered thus far at any hotel.
One of the staff at reception Nektaria went beyond the call of duty to help us with birthday arrangements and anything else we needed. Maria at the bar was exceptional. She made one feel as though the only thing that mattered was for you to feel relaxed and happy in that moment.
The beach was very big, sandy and clean and while the sea had waves, it was clean and fun for the family. The super slides kept our kids entertained and the lifesavers were also very attentive.
I also loved that there is a church on site to light ones candle and say one???s prayers. There is also a nun from Monastery of Saint Irene that comes 3 times a week to sell crosses and other goods made my the nuns. I found talking to her very helpful and beautiful.
I loved this resort.
All in all it was an awesome experience and we would go back again!
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