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Crete

Where to stay in Crete, from luxury to agritourism

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★★★★★Luxury & Excellence3 stays
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Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas
Elounda · Gulf of Mirabello

Crete's legendary address, regularly voted among the best hotels in the world. Bungalows and villas with private pools and direct access to the Gulf of Mirabello. Thalassotherapy, fine-dining restaurants and impeccable service.

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Blue Palace Elounda
Elounda · Spinalonga island view

A prestigious resort overlooking the island of Spinalonga (a former leper colony that inspired the novel 'The Island'). Villas with private pools, an internationally renowned spa, a private beach and creative cuisine.

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Domes Noruz Chania
Chania · Akrotiri peninsula

A contemporary design resort on the Akrotiri peninsula, 10 minutes from Chania. Villas and suites with private sea-facing pools, a spa, gourmet Cretan cuisine and a trendy vibe.

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★★★★Superior2 stays
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Hotels of Chania's Old Harbour
Chania · Venetian harbour

Chania's old Venetian harbour is one of the most beautiful in the Mediterranean. Charming 4-star hotels in renovated Venetian buildings offer a unique view of the lighthouse and the harbour lit up at night.

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Hôtels de Rethymnon
Rethymnon · Ottoman old town

Rethymnon, a well-preserved town between Heraklion and Chania, blends unique Venetian and Ottoman architecture. Boutique hotels in former mansions, the Fortezza fortress and a long fine-sand beach in the town centre.

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🌿Agritourism & Charm2 stays
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Cretan Farms & Agrotourism
Island interior · Olive groves

Agritourism is a strong tradition in Crete. Family farms offer accommodation, breakfast with local products (olive oil, thyme honey, cheeses) and tours of thousand-year-old olive groves.

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Accommodation near Elafonisi
Elafonisi · Pink sand, western Crete

Elafonisi, a beach with pink sand unique in the world, has to be earned. Nearby accommodation is rare and rustic. Most visitors come on a day trip from Chania (1h30). Book early for the few lodgings on site.

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