Best Luxury Hotels in Crete 2025 | 5 Star Hotels

Crete, Adele Near Rethymnon

Caramel, A Grecotel Resort to Live

An island settlement with the elegance and amenities of a modern luxury resort.
Suites & Villas only, individually decorated and furnished with hand carved furniture and designer fabrics.
A luxurious elegant swimming pool and new beach club.

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Crete, Adele Near Rethymnon

Grecotel LUXME White

22 saltwater pools across the resort to cool off in
Exquisite dining options with buffet and a la carte choices
Beachfront location with close links to the pretty town of Rethymnon

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Crete, Aghios Nikolaos

Daios Cove

Set in the hilltops, overlooking a private golden sandy cove
Offers a heated infinity pool and spa with stunning views of the sea
Choose from four restaurants and two bars, each with their own style
Family facilities cater to everyone, from babies to teenagers

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Crete, Aghios Nikolaos

Minos Beach Art Hotel

Stunning waterfront location
Extensive dining options
Onsite water sports centre

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Crete, Aghios Nikolaos

Minos Palace Hotel & Suites

Five-star hotel with sensational facilities
Adults-only with a focus on luxury wellness
Two bars and two delectable restaurants
Freshwater swimming pool and private Blue Flag beach
World-class spa

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Crete, Aghios Nikolaos

St Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas

A member of the ‘Small Luxury Hotels of the World’
Featuring a luxury spa with an extensive treatment menu
Unique location set in six stunning acres of gardens
Ideally situated in a secluded, peaceful beachfront location
Personable and attentive Greek hospitality

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Crete, Analipsis

Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa

Bungalow-style swim-up cabins overlooking the pool.
Outstanding service and friendly staff.
Large lagoon pool that wraps around the resort.

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Crete, Hersonissos

Nana Princess

Fantastic location in the heart of Crete
Very luxury five star property with its own waterpark
Private and relaxing for all ages

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Crete, Chania

Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection

Luxurious adults only boutique hotel
Resident DJ pool parties
Close to the fashionable Aghia Marina

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Crete, Chania

Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete

This is the popular ex Casa Cook Chania
Walking distance from Chania Old Town
Ideal for modernist families and couples alike

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Crete, Elounda

Domes Aulūs Elounda

Private Beach only a short boat ride to the Venetian Castle of historic Spinalonga Island
360-degree caldera views of the Aegean and Cretan landscape with two cliffside swimming pools and pool bars overlooking the infinite blue waters
Four Signature restaurants serving seasonal Greek, Cretan, and Mediterranean Cuisine
Open-air boutique shopping, gourmet street food, under the stars cinema, and show-stopping events

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Crete, Elounda

Elounda Bay Palace

A member of the ‘Leading Hotels of the World’, set in a picturesque waterfront location in Elounda
Lush gardens and two private Blue Flag awarded sandy beaches with complimentary sun beds and umbrellas
Accommodation options include interconnecting rooms, suites, bungalows, and villas with private pools
Facilities include an outdoor seawater pool, an indoor freshwater pool, and an outdoor freshwater pool for children
Offers a kids' club, water sports centre, and courts for tennis, football, and basketball kids club, water sports centre and tennis, football and basketball courts

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Crete, Elounda

Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas

A ‘Leading Hotel of the World’, set on the most enviable waterfront location in Elounda
Ideal accommodation for couples and families, including waterfront bungalows and villas with private heated pools
Two private sandy beaches with sunbeds, umbrellas, and beach butler service
Five a la carte restaurants offering Greek, Italian, Mediterranean, Japanese & Peruvian cuisines
Penthouse Elounda Beach Spa with 20 treatment rooms and an indoor & outdoor pool

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Crete, Elounda

Elounda Mare Hotel, Relais & Châteaux

Located on the Blue Flag beach
Access to a private golf course
Fine dining options

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Crete, Elounda

Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort

A professional standard private golf course
Award winning spa
Children’s facilities for guests aged 4 months–18 years

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Crete, Gouves

Amirandes, A Grecotel Resort to Live

Stunning palatial architecture runs throughout the hotel, with an Olympic size swimming pool.
An amazing collection of seafront suites & villas.
Easy access to the world-famous archaeological site at the Palace of Knossos and prestigious Crete Golf Club.

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Crete, Missiria Near Rethymnon

Grecotel Creta Palace, Luxury Resort

A traditional luxury family resort with child friendly activities and facilities.
A vast array of dining options, including The Dine Club, a new half board experience.
Ideal for beach lovers.

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Crete, Plaka Near Elounda

Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa

Uniquely positioned in the Bay of Elounda in north-eastern Crete
250m from Cayo's dedicated area on Plaka beach (complimentary shuttle transfer provided)
Luxury spa on site with a range of treatments on offer
116 exclusively designed luxurious rooms & suites all overlooking the sea with their own private swimming pool

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Recommended

Crete, Plaka Near Elounda

Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection

Spectacular hillside location and magical sea views
Great dining experiences and warm hospitality
Perfect for the whole family
This 5* luxury resort will leave a lasting impression

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Crete, Plaka Near Elounda

Phaea Blue

Rated as one of the best places to stay in Greece by Condé Nast Traveller
All rooms feature a stunning sea view, with superior rooms looking out over the famous Spinalonga island
Enjoy a number of destination experiences
Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World portfolio

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Luxury Hotels in Crete

Caramel, A Grecotel Resort to Live

Grecotel LUXME White

Daios Cove

Minos Beach Art Hotel

Minos Palace Hotel & Suites

St Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas

Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa

Nana Princess

Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection

Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete

Domes Aulūs Elounda

Elounda Bay Palace

Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas

Elounda Mare Hotel, Relais & Châteaux

Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort

Amirandes, A Grecotel Resort to Live

Grecotel Creta Palace, Luxury Resort

Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa

Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection

Phaea Blue

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