Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only

Hotels
9.5 (1299 reviews)
Main Street , Agios Nikolaos , gr

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Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning views
Friendly staff
Beautiful design
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Hygiene issues
Non-functional AC
Poor gym equipment

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Serious hygiene problems reported including a dead rat and ant infestation.
Service
10
Generally friendly staff, although management could improve responsiveness.
Location
10
Exceptional views and strategic location highlighted in reviews.
Room Quality
9
Room condition affected negatively by issues such as non-functional AC.
Amenities
10
Good facilities but could use upgrades in the gym and pool area.
Value for Money
9.5
Some guests felt certain offerings were overpriced considering the issues faced.
Food and Beverage
10
Generally good food, but suggestions for more local and traditional options.
Overall Experience
10
Overall positive experience despite some significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 21:25

Property Description

Stunning Sea Views and Tranquil Atmosphere
Perched on a rocky headland overlooking Aghios Nikolaos Bay, this adults-only resort promises a serene escape.

Beach-side Location and Water-Sport Activities
Conveniently situated just 2 km from the town center, our hotel offers a prime spot to explore Crete's northeast coast. Enjoy our private beach for a day filled with water-sports and seaside relaxation.

Luxurious Spa and Lush Gardens
Pamper yourself with a rejuvenating spa treatment or meander through beautifully landscaped gardens. End your day with a delectable dinner and cocktails, surrounded by the soothing ambiance of our resort.

Experience the epitome of tranquility and luxury - Book your stay now!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 1299 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 9.5
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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Thabonga • solo_traveller • de
9
Amazing
Pros:

Beautiful Scenery

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Ahlam • couple • fr
10
Exceptionnel et inoubliable
Pros:

La suite cascade est très spacieuse, avec une grande piscine privative. Tout était propre, très bien aménagé, très confortable. La chambre a une vue exceptionnelle sur un jardin et la mer. Le service est exceptionnel : les membres de l'hôtel sont au petit soin et d'une immense gentillesse. La grande piscine extérieure est sublime, très bien aménagée, avec une vue à couper le souffle sur la mer. La plage de sable est très bien aménagée, très confortable. Les jardins de l'immense domaine de l'hôtel donnent sur la mer et sont remplis de plantes, fleurs, arbres de toutes sortes. Les restaurants de l'hôtel sont excellents et le petit déjeuner propose un buffet d'un choix immense de produits et plats excellents pour la santé. Le caractère "adulte only" du grand domaine de l'hôtel en fait un endroit très calme, idéal pour se resourcer.

Cons:

La salle de sport est décevante : une cabane dans un coin du domaine, très peu équipées. Les seuls équipements prévus sont un peu vieux. C'est le seul point regrettable.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • ie
8
Luxury and elegance with great service. Only let down is gym, which is awful
Pros:

Stunning location, beautiful private beach and two excellent restaurants

Cons:

Gym is an outdoor hut, no air conditioning. Pretty much unusable during the hot daytime and very busy in the morning. Not good for a hotel of this standard and a design flaw given that it’s all about wellness.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Amit • couple • il
10
ללא ספק אחזור למלון הזה
Pros:

מלון מפנק יפה נקי ומהנה מאוד! עיצוב גבוה, ארוחת בוקר טעימה. מיקום רומנטי ויפה . מיץ תפוזים סחוט טרי וטעים!!

Cons:

אפשר לשפר את הטריות של העוגות בארוחת בוקר:)

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • fr
10
A refaire sans hésiter
Pros:

Piscine devant la chambre, plage privée, personnel de l'établissement, restauration... Et surtout Sofia qui a été exceptionnelle dans son accompagnement à la recherche et à la réservation de nos activités, dans une bienveillance incroyable.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Mishaal • extended_group • sa
10
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Laura • couple • ie
8
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Ralf • couple • de
9
Pros:

Perfekte Oase, um runterzukommen. Sehr gepflegt, tolles Personal, sehr gut ausgestattet. Idea für Paare.

Cons:

Essen ist sehr gut, aber nicht herausragend, könnte ein bisschen mehr Abwechslung vertragen.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Audrey • couple • fr
10
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Milirsa • couple • gb
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Michel • couple • mt
9
Pros:

The beach is rather limited in space and, despite having umbrellas, it was difficult staying in the shade since the beach is East facing. The umbrella shade reached us at about 3:30pm. The room was amazing and the pool was exceptional. The Spa is amazing. Very high tech. Never seen anything like it.

Cons:

The food was rather bland. I expected a higher quality of food for a 5 star resort.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Felix • couple • ch
9
Top Hotel, Top Lage, freundliches Personal...wir kommen wieder !!!
Pros:

Frühstücks-Buffet, die Strandliegen, die Strandbar und Restaurant, die allgemeine Lage des Hotels.

Cons:

Das Leute ihr Strandtuch auf den Liegen liegen lassen, und man nie weiss, sind diese nun besetzt oder nicht...
manchmal stundenlang....

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Dounia • couple • fr
9
Merveilleux
Pros:

Cadre
Décoration
Très bel hôtel

Cons:

Le service peut être un peu plus attentionné. Des petits détails mais qui font la différence: ton employé quand on pose des questions, anticipation de besoins évidents.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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kasia • family_with_children • gb
10
Magical place
Pros:

I loved everything about the hotel. It has so much charm and beauty, it’s a truly unforgettable place

Cons:

I loved everything

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Monika Hanne • extended_group • ch
9
Es waren super erholsame Ferien und ich kann es nur wärmstens empfehlen!
Pros:

Sehr schöne Abstimmung der Farben und Formen, kleiner schöner Strand, sehr sympathisch ist, das dafür gesorgt wird, das keine Liegestühle reserviert werden können, bravo, schöner Pool Bereich, die diversen Restaurants und Bars sind alle mit Meeressicht, die Teams in jedem Bereich sind sehr zuvorkommend und auch herzlich.

Cons:

Der Fitness-Bereich, aber der wird jetzt wohl renoviert.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • family_with_children • us
10
Great place to go
Pros:

Beautiful property with fantastic views.

Cons:

Had to pay to use indoor gym. Outdoor gym was free but had minimal equipment .

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • us
10
Incredible resort with stunning views
Pros:

Minos Palace resort is incredible. The views are stunning and it's a very serene and relaxing place to be. The staff was great/attentive. The gym is a bit small but it's open air and looks out to the water, which is neat. We loved the breakfast buffet. My husband and I didn't want to leave!

Cons:

Zero complaints.

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Andra • couple • gr
10
2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Semih • couple • ch
10
2026-01-01 • via Nuitee
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Holger • couple • de
8
Sehr entspannt!
Pros:

War alles wunderbar!

Cons:

Der gegrillte Fisch (Catch of the Day / 1000 Gramm) für 158 Euro ist eine Frechheit!

2025-12-27 • via Nuitee