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Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only

5.0 star property
Adults-only beachfront hotel
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Infinity Blue Suite with Sharing Pool | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Private beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
View from property
Sunset Sea View Room | View from room
Euphoria Suite with Private Pool | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Gym
    Gym

Explore the area

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Ag. Nikolaos, Agios Nikolaos, Crete Island, 72 100
  • Ammoúdi
    18 min walk
  • Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum
    5 min drive
  • Lake Voulismeni
    8 min drive
  • Sitia (JSH)
    77 min drive
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Room options

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Bungalow Sea View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Bungalow Sea View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Infinity Blue Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Infinity Blue Room

  • 310 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Zen Double room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Zen Double room

  • 310 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sunrise Sea View Room | View from room

Sunrise Sea View Room

  • 310 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Island Suite Sea View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Island Suite Sea View

  • 310 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Infinity Blue Suite with Sharing Pool | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Infinity Blue Suite with Sharing Pool

  • 410 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Infinity Blue Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Infinity Blue Suite

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Euphoria Suite with Private Pool | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Euphoria Suite with Private Pool

  • 409 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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F zeen Suite Sea View | View from room

F zeen Suite Sea View

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Waterfall Suite with Private Pool | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Waterfall Suite with Private Pool

  • 656 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Zen Sea View Room | View from room

Zen Sea View Room

  • 310 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sunset Sea View Room | View from room

Sunset Sea View Room

  • 310 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Agios Nikolaos

Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only is located within a mile (2 km) of Ammoúdi and Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum. This 148-room, 5-star hotel has a private beach, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Port of Agios Nikolaos - 8 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Lake Voulismeni - 8 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Elounda Windmills - 13 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Voulisma Beach - 20 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bolero - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Καρναγιο - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ammoudi Cafe Club Resto Sand - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Gioma Meze - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Arc - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only

Adults-only beachfront hotel
Guests of Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only have access to a private beach, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this adults-only hotel include a gym, a sauna, and indoor tennis courts.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Furnished balconies, minibars, and coffee makers are also available.
A private beach, 2 indoor tennis courts, and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Ananea Wellness. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Amalthea Restaurant
  • Kulinarium Inblu Tavern

Things to do

  • 2 indoor tennis courts
  • Bicycle storage
  • Ecotours
  • Farming classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Water skiing

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services.
Property Registration Number 1040K015A0071900

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Hotel Registry Number: 1040K015A0071900
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Minos Palace
Minos Palace hotel Adults Agios Nikolaos
Sensimar Minos Palace Agios Nikolaos
Sensimar Minos Palace Hotel
Sensimar Minos Palace Hotel Agios Nikolaos
Hotel Minos Palace
Minos Palace Hotel Crete
Sensimar Minos Palace Crete/Agios Nikolaos
Minos Palace hotel Adults
Minos Palace Adults Agios Nikolaos
Minos Palace Adults
Sensimar Minos Palace Adults Only

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only?

Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only?

This hotel is located in Agios Nikolaos within a short 18-minute walk of Ammoúdi. You'll also find Lake Voulismeni and Port of Agios Nikolaos within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only?

Yes, there is accessible parking and bicycle parking available.

Is there a spa available at Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only?

Ananea Wellness is the hotel's spa and services include body wraps, Ayurvedic treatments, mani/pedis, and massages.

Does Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only include a casino?

No, Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only?

This adults-only hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a private beach and a beach bar with some guestrooms featuring private pools.

Does Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only has 2 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Does Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only though service animals are welcome.

Does Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only?

The closest major airport to Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only is Sitia (JSH), which is about 21.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only?

Yes, every guestroom at Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 233 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dmytro

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience. Very nice hotel, nature and see around. Fantastic views, nice cozy beach. Good food in main restaurant. Limited availability of beach chairs due to location specifics.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Redwan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best hotel we stayed at in Greece. Best at everything. Nothing else needs to be said really.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
The hotel is wonderful. Good food and beautiful views. Check in however is painful. They sit you down, make you fill out this whole thing on an iPad and the nice lady was trying to get us to go eat before going to the room. It was 21:30 after a long travel day and I just wanted to wash my face and take my shoes off. It would be ideal if you just hand over your passport and card, and have them fill out the info and hand you a key card. The balconies could use a bed or ottomans to put your feet up.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gawen

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is unique - it has a position on a hill overlooking on all sides the sea and the gardens are beautifully kept. There is space to wander around a beautiful beach and though you know you are there with other people a space and tranquility too. The restaurant near the bar is wonderfully overseen and you are treated with real friendliness.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malak

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Minos Palace is a gorgeous property with wonderful staff and top notch service. The hotel was able to arrange a taxi for us from and to the airport. Upon arrival, we were upgraded to a larger room with a nicer sea view, received a very warm welcome with a welcome drink and tour of the hotel. The food is excellent, every staff member is very friendly and attentive, and the amenities were fantastic - spa, restaurant, lounge area with live music & DJ, pool, beach, and wellness activities like yoga and sound baths. It's also a short walk to the town. I would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing vacation in a beautiful setting, and would easily stay here again. Thank you to the team at Minos Palace!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sigal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique and quite resort to spend convenient holidays on high standards.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Louise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I and my daughter have been to this hotel 3 times. This time the rooms had been upgraded and it was even better. The view from the Zen room was fabulous and the general vibe is understated, sophisticated and relaxing. Its not a fun party place - although the staff are fun and always friendly. Its a beautiful place - fabulous natural surroundings and I will return next year. The only issue was with guests in family groups blocking sunbeds which mean that even if you get up early all the beds have towells on and nobody shows up until after breakfast finishes at 1030. There are notices out to say dont do this but there is not any real consequence for those that do. still this was not on every day and didnt really spoil our trip.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We travel a lot and this hotel was a stand out. We will be back next year. Everything was first rate.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfection
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louisa Joanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such an amazing hotel. It’s modern, clean, the breakfast is excellent, the staff are so helpful and friendly. It’s an easy walk into the town if you are able, otherwise it’s a very quick taxi ride. I have stayed at other five star hotels in Greece and this one definitely earned its five stars. We stayed in a sunrise room and it had all the mod cons that you would need. The bed was so comfortable, the shower was excellent. I really liked the fact that it had air conditioning and a fan in the ceiling in the bedroom so you could regulate the temperature to your liking. I would highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

SEAN, WILLOUGHBY

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Minos Palace is a true gem in Crete. Its adults-only policy ensures a serene atmosphere while its location provides breathtaking Aegean Sea views. The marriage of traditional Greek charm with modern elegance is stunning. With attentive staff and superb service, a stay here is a top-tier, unforgettable experience—a must-visit for tranquillity and luxury.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Goid quality resort with plenty of space and high quality amenities. Beach restaurant has excellent food and service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Hotel with great Staff
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with family
The hotel is excellent we stayed in the upper deck infinity rooms which were quiet and comfortable. An issue with the air conditioning was quickly sorted out. The staff are friendly and helpful food is excellent. The beach area and taverna are pleasant with stunning views. I will definitely return to this hotel.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Sophia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An honest review
This hotel is not worth the money, nor it’s star rating for many reasons 1. The suite we had was on a lower level -like a basement. As a result the room was muggy, smelly and damp. 2. Pillows were terrible. We had requested soft pillows in advance which we never received. It is impossible to sleep with the pillows in the room. They are hard and thick, 3. There is no turn down service 4. As a result of the lack of turn down service we left used towels outside the room. These were never taken away 5. Lack of basic bathroom my toiletries like shower cap and cotton buds 6. There is an internal vent in the bathroom through which we could here every single word that was spoken in the neighbouring room. I imagine we could be heard too 7. Terrible bed mattress. 8. The Sunbeds are awful -they are old and sagging. 9. Overall the hotel is very run down with aged and dirty communal areas I regret the money I paid for this hotel. It’s worth half the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

DAVID

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the hotel was very good .Staff friendly and food good. My first disappointment was the gym. The Running machine and exercise bike were old and worn out and they were rusty. They both need replacing immediately as I actually didn't think they were safe to use. I also wasn't happy that you had to pay for bottled water in the rooms. Every 5 star hotel I have stayed in before supply bottle drinking water in the room and replenish every day. They were charging €1.80 for a 500ml bottle of cheap branded of water. Apart from that our overall stay was very good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property in front of the sea (take "Ocean view" for an open view on the sea, while "Sea view" is for the view on the port side (partial sea view, then). I enjoyed the shared pool with my room for more privacy and loved the access to a beautiful private beach (it's a pity that some customers always reserved for the whole day their sunbed, though). The breakfast buffet is amazing with an extraordinary choice of local food. Definitely a lovely stay, perfect to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022