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Crete: To put it briefly Stunning Crete is whatever you want: a family paradise or clubbing sensation.
Crete: What Travel Republic says Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and offers a great mix of culture, partying and the chilled out Greek island lifestyle for all the family. Main city and port town Heraklion is the best centre for culture, while Malia is the party capital. Around Crete there are fascinating sites, great beaches and everything from lovely seafood tavernas to famous hippy haunts.
Crete: To party Malia is Crete's undisputed party town with a buzzing nightlife on the main beach road, while Heraklion is Crete's main city, with its own cosmopolitan night-time entertainment.
Crete: To relax Malia has a nice beach although it can get busy while Florida, Karteros and Amnissos are some of the best beaches on Crete and there is a golf course on the island too.
Crete: To discover Just 5km southeast of Heraklion lies Crete's largest and best preserved Minoan site, the Palace of Knossos, which was built some 4,000 years ago. Drive across the island to the south coast to visit the Palace of Phaestos (Festos), yet another Minoan archaeological site, and Matala Beach, made famous by the hippies who lived here in caves during the 1960s.
Crete: When to go Crete enjoys a great climate with plenty of sun between May and late October, hot summers and mild winters.
Crete: Getting around Crete is the biggest of the Greek islands but has good bus links, although you will want to hire a car or moped if you really want to explore the more remote areas.
Crete: Fast facts Location: Greek island; Currency: Euro; Time: GMT +2 hours; Flying time: Approx 3 hours; Jabs: None required; Health: Take EHIC European Health Insurance Card.
Crete: To put it briefly Stunning Crete is whatever you want: a family paradise or clubbing sensation.
Crete: What Travel Republic says Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and offers a great mix of culture, partying and the chilled out Greek island lifestyle for all the family. Main city and port town Heraklion is the best centre for culture, while Malia is the party capital. Around Crete there are fascinating sites, great beaches and everything from lovely seafood tavernas to famous hippy haunts.
Crete: To party Malia is Crete's undisputed party town with a buzzing nightlife on the main beach road, while Heraklion is Crete's main city, with its own cosmopolitan night-time entertainment.
Crete: To relax Malia has a nice beach although it can get busy while Florida, Karteros and Amnissos are some of the best beaches on Crete and there is a golf course on the island too.
Crete: To discover Just 5km southeast of Heraklion lies Crete's largest and best preserved Minoan site, the Palace of Knossos, which was built some 4,000 years ago. Drive across the island to the south coast to visit the Palace of Phaestos (Festos), yet another Minoan archaeological site, and Matala Beach, made famous by the hippies who lived here in caves during the 1960s.
Crete: When to go Crete enjoys a great climate with plenty of sun between May and late October, hot summers and mild winters.
Crete: Getting around Crete is the biggest of the Greek islands but has good bus links, although you will want to hire a car or moped if you really want to explore the more remote areas.
Crete: Fast facts Location: Greek island; Currency: Euro; Time: GMT +2 hours; Flying time: Approx 3 hours; Jabs: None required; Health: Take EHIC European Health Insurance Card.
Crete is a beautiful island known for its tranquil coastline, clear waters, white sand beaches, delicious local cuisine, and hospitable Cretan culture. The largest of the Greek islands, there is a huge selection of resorts, villages, and secluded towns in which to stay.
Whether you are drawn to large well equipped resorts such as Hersonissos and Malia with their full-on nightlife and all night entertainment or more secluded villages such as Bali or Analipsi where traditional houses, cafes, and taverns all contribute to a truly authentic Cretan experience, you’ll be sure to find resort or village that is perfect for you.
With the sheer number of resorts and accommodation options to choose from you can be confident that you will find accommodation to suit your specific needs and requirements. At Travel Republic we offer a selection of accommodation options across over fifty different resorts and villages in Crete. Be sure to consult our 100% genuine customer hotel review section, for advice. Here is a quick overview of some of our most popular holiday destinations in Crete:
Malia - Famous for wide sandy beaches, a lively family friendly atmosphere, and nightlife, Malia is a resort catering to all age groups.
Hersonissos - One of the most visited resorts in Crete, Hersonissos has a huge variety of restaurants, bars, and hotels. With a variety of old villages scattered throughout the resort, Hersonissos offers visitors a good compromise between modern and traditional.
Bali - is a picturesque fishing town based around four coves. This beautiful spot is secluded, peaceful, and a top choice for people looking for true relaxation.
Aghios Nikolaos - a lively and attractive fishing town on the Gulf of Mirabello. The town’s harbour is gorgeous, especially in the evenings.
Amoudara - The clear blue waters of Amoudara’s horseshoe shaped beaches are perfect for swimming and snorkelling. A great place to stay for relaxation.
Whether you are drawn to large well equipped resorts such as Hersonissos and Malia with their full-on nightlife and all night entertainment or more secluded villages such as Bali or Analipsi where traditional houses, cafes, and taverns all contribute to a truly authentic Cretan experience, you’ll be sure to find resort or village that is perfect for you.
Where to stay?
With the sheer number of resorts and accommodation options to choose from you can be confident that you will find accommodation to suit your specific needs and requirements. At Travel Republic we offer a selection of accommodation options across over fifty different resorts and villages in Crete. Be sure to consult our 100% genuine customer hotel review section, for advice. Here is a quick overview of some of our most popular holiday destinations in Crete:
Malia - Famous for wide sandy beaches, a lively family friendly atmosphere, and nightlife, Malia is a resort catering to all age groups.
Hersonissos - One of the most visited resorts in Crete, Hersonissos has a huge variety of restaurants, bars, and hotels. With a variety of old villages scattered throughout the resort, Hersonissos offers visitors a good compromise between modern and traditional.
Bali - is a picturesque fishing town based around four coves. This beautiful spot is secluded, peaceful, and a top choice for people looking for true relaxation.
Aghios Nikolaos - a lively and attractive fishing town on the Gulf of Mirabello. The town’s harbour is gorgeous, especially in the evenings.
Amoudara - The clear blue waters of Amoudara’s horseshoe shaped beaches are perfect for swimming and snorkelling. A great place to stay for relaxation.
Our top customer booked hotels in Crete
5 Star Hotel
Royal Blue Resort And Spa
in Panormo
Get a cheap rate at Royal Blue Resort And Spa which has a customer rating of 4.8. Here's what some our of customers said about the Royal Blue Resort And Spa:
Chris booked a cheap rate at Royal Blue Resort And Spa and said "Hotel was fantastic, beautifully designed and furnished, brilliant staff, there's pretty much nothing to complain about."
Chris booked a cheap rate at Royal Blue Resort And Spa and said "Hotel was fantastic, beautifully designed and furnished, brilliant staff, there's pretty much nothing to complain about."
Jacqueline from Painswick booked a stay at Royal Blue Resort And Spa and said "Lovely hotel with excellent service in most areas. Great for a relaxing break. Restaurant food delicious and varied."
Penelope said "Lovely hotel with a fantastic main pool but the beach looks like work in progress. The vouchers to eat in the other hotel restaurants was a nice touch and gave variety, although there was plenty of choice in the main restaurant." who stayed at the Royal Blue Resort And Spa.
s booked a cheap rate at Royal Blue Resort And Spa and said "I would reccomend this hotel to couples, it is fantastic! The all inclusive is worth it, it includes room service (they only charge you 8% of the total bill to cover the service charge) all drinks are known brands i."
5 Star Hotel
Aquis Bella Beach
in Hersonissos
Aquis Bella Beach in Crete has a great customer rating of 4.4. Some great deals are available at the Aquis Bella Beach. Check out these comments.
durran from horley booked a stay at Aquis Bella Beach and said "A supherb hotel, clean and friendly. A bigga Applausa for the Italian animators Daniel and Jack who made sure everyone was readeeeeeee for the entertainment."
lennon said "This hotel seems to have achieved a near perfect formula for a great holiday. The staff were very welcoming, friendly and attentive; the hotel spotlessly clean and well equipt; great location by the beach; the food was consistently of a high quality; all resulting in a fantasic atmosphere." who stayed at the Aquis Bella Beach.
Trevor booked a cheap rate at Aquis Bella Beach and said "Hotel standard very high for Greece in fact excellent. Aquis Bella Beach rooms are of a very high standard and very comfortable."
Claire from Burnley booked a stay at Aquis Bella Beach and said "We thought the hotel was excellent value for money, the food was great and the staff really friendly."
3 Star Hotel
Gouves Sea Hotel
in Gouves
Here's what guests who stayed at the Gouves Sea Hotel said about the hotel
LESLIE said "Excellent Hotel. Staff very friendly. Brilliant Holiday." who stayed at the Gouves Sea Hotel.
Suart booked a cheap rate at Gouves Sea Hotel and said "Absolute gem, great accomodation, fantastic location next to the beach. The staff are amazing, very helpful and extremely friendly."
Ana from Isleworth booked a stay at Gouves Sea Hotel and said "We stayed here half board. Food is very good but as is usual with buffet food you can either have it warm or overcooked from being on the warmer too long (You eat in the Gouves Mare)."
BERNARD said "Third time at this Hotel and cannot fault food, service or indeed anything else. Excellent stay for us all" who stayed at the Gouves Sea Hotel.
5 Star Hotel
Aquila Elounda Village
in Elounda
Get a cheap rate at Aquila Elounda Village which has a customer rating of 4.7. Here's what some our of customers said about the Aquila Elounda Village:
mike booked a cheap rate at Aquila Elounda Village and said "Hotel was wonderful with great staff good food and quite pools. It is on quite a hilly site so good mobility is needed also its a 40 minute walk into village."
mike booked a cheap rate at Aquila Elounda Village and said "Hotel was wonderful with great staff good food and quite pools. It is on quite a hilly site so good mobility is needed also its a 40 minute walk into village."
Joanna from Oxon booked a stay at Aquila Elounda Village and said "The hotel was outstanding but there were a few points to us that didn't make it a true 5 star: 1) The gym was poor and the equipment needed updating & more of it, there was only one running machine, a broken bike and rower."
Hazel said "The Hotel was excellant, in every respect. I have stayed here before, but was thoroughly impressed with the improvements which had been made in just over 12 months." who stayed at the Aquila Elounda Village.
Lesley booked a cheap rate at Aquila Elounda Village and said "The hotel was excellent. Lovely staff who were helpful, pleased to see us and very clean and smart."
3 Star Hotel
Kalivaki Studios Hotel
in Chania
Kalivaki Studios Hotel in Crete has a great customer rating of 4.5. Some great deals are available at the Kalivaki Studios Hotel. Check out these comments.
Harriet from London booked a stay at Kalivaki Studios Hotel and said "An absolute pearl of a place - it was so special that I almost don't want to recommend it so that too many people don't find out about it and spoil it!! The location is magical, surrounded by mountains everywhere you look and the sea and rugged coastline."
a said "This was our second time at Kalivaki Studios. We think of it as a little piece of heaven. The studios are basic but very clean and the situation is simply idyllic." who stayed at the Kalivaki Studios Hotel.
John booked a cheap rate at Kalivaki Studios Hotel and said "Great studios. Greek to the letter!!! Dont expect 5* its a genuine clean and simple accommodation. Only fault."
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