Crete Luxury Guide

Whether you are looking for a 5-star hotel, a luxury resort, a private villa, or even a green hotel with luxurious suites, Crete ranks as the top island in Greece for high-quality holidays. 

Infinity pools, upscale restaurants, advanced wellness centers, private marinas, and exceptional concierge services, meet the needs of the most demanding luxury travellers.

In the heart of Chania town, Rethymnon town, Agios Nikolaos town, and Heraklion town you will find luxury boutique hotels with spacious and comfortable suites overlooking the sea. 

However, if you are looking for having an entire property to yourself, then just outside Crete’s main towns you will find many beach resorts with luxurious suites as well as private villas with ample indoor and outdoor spaces and a modern Mediterranean ambience. 

Moreover, the resort area of Elounda in Lasithi region is known for concentrating some of the finest lodgings in Crete, with VIP services, luxurious suites, and extravagant restaurants.

Olea Villas – Enjoy space, freedom and relaxation! These beachfront villas in Chania are fully equipped with comfortable facilities and private terraces with secluded private infinity-edged pools.

Ambassadors Residence Boutique Hotel – Just steps away from the heart of Chania town, this hotel has luxurious suites overlooking the Venetian harbour, private balconies, jacuzzi, and comfortable beds!

Olive Green Hotel - Combing high-tech luxury, green technology, and environmentally friendly materials, this hotel in Heraklion town welcomes you to become part of its sustainable lifestyle!

Domes Of Elounda Haute Living – Whether you choose a luxury residence or an ultraluxe villa you will unwind at your own leisure while enjoying total privacy and magnificent views of Elounda. 

See our collection with the best places for luxury travellers in Crete and the best things to do during your holidays in Greece's largest island. 

Nightlife

All around the island of Crete you will find elegant beach clubs where you will have fun from early the morning to late at night! One of the hottest beach clubs in Crete is Palm Beach Club in Hersonissos offering a good selection of cocktails and light bites while several special DJs nights, parties, and events take place.

Shopping

Even though Crete has not a rich shopping scene with large shopping centers and boutique shops, in the islands’ main towns you will find small shopping malls and streets with local shops selling traditional products and unique handicrafts. 

Food and Wine

Having outstanding grape varieties, having an exceptional wine tasting experience in Crete is definitely a must! See our Crete Food Guide and discover the best wineries to visit along with the best restaurants to taste delicious Cretan dishes.

Golfing

In Hersonissos, you will find one of the top 100 golf courses in Greece, Crete Golf Club. It is an 18 hole course for players of all handicaps, just 15 minutes from Heraklion International Airport.