Creta Maris Resort in Hersonissos (Crete)

Creta Maris Resort has 679 rooms & suites and 1 Premium Private Pool Villa spread across two main buildings and a village-style area of whitewashed bungalows. The Premium Private Pool Villa sits a stone's throw from the beach and includes a private pool with direct access to the Aegean Sea. The Exclusive Area for Adult Deluxe Rooms provides private access to 4 heated pools, Sima Beach Bar, and an outdoor spa pavilion.

Seven restaurants range from seaside taverna Alatsi to alfresco tables around a Byzantine chapel at Platia, all included in the all-inclusive plan. Ten bars include the adults-only Adama Cocktail Bar and Nami Wine Cellar, which houses a collection of Cretan and international wines. Organic vegetables, fruits, and herbs are cultivated in the hotel's own gardens and used in dishes across all outlets.

Seventeen freshwater swimming pools, a waterpark with multiple slides, and a Blue Flag 250-meter sandy beach provide water fun for all ages. The open-air cinema Cine Creta Maris is one of Europe's largest and shows Hollywood films under the stars. Sports facilities include a five-a-side football pitch, 3x3 basketball court, tennis courts, mini-golf, and boccia.

The spa sanctuary offers a hammam, sauna, hydrotherapy pool, and a range of body and beauty treatments for individuals, couples, or families. The fitness center includes a 24/7 cardio room and daily exercise classes plus an indoor heated pool for aquarobics. Sustainable practices include an organic kitchen garden, a vineyard, and a 'Sustainable Supplies' initiative that educates local suppliers.

Asterias Kid's Club (ages 4-12) operates six days a week with creative activities, while the Teenagers' Club (ages 13-17) offers arcade games, sports, and a library. A Baby Room with toys for up to 5-year-olds and an outdoor playground are available from May to September. Guests booking directly receive free private arrival and departure transfers from Heraklion Airport or Port.

Pools & Water Park: 17 swimming pools plus a waterpark with multiple slides

Cinema: One of Europe's largest open-air cinemas - Cine Creta Maris

Dining: 7 restaurants, 6 snack points, 10 bars, and a wine cellar

Adult Exclusive: Dedicated area with 4 heated pools, private bar, and beach gazebos

Sustainability: Organic garden, vineyard, and local sourcing initiatives

Family Kids Club: Asterias Kid's Club and Teenagers' Club with supervised activities