Minos Palace Resort - Adults Only

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9.5 (1638 reviews)
Main Street , Agios Nikolaos , GR

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Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Amazing location and breathtaking views
Outstanding spa, masseuse and wellness offerings
Beautiful architecture and peaceful grounds
Multiple pools and restaurants
Friendly and welcoming staff in many departments
Excellent food
Cons:
Inconsistent staff attentiveness at beach, reception and some public areas
Lack of available sunbeds at the beach and strict reservation/takeover policy
Noise and poor sound insulation in some rooms; occasional disturbance from cleaning staff
No umbrella on some villa sunbed areas making them unusable
Gym lacks a scenic window; some pools slightly cold
Occasional issues with breakfast/service

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
Hotel areas and rooms are reported very clean and well maintained by many guests; a few mentions of disturbance/noise from cleaning staff in some rooms.
Service
9
Overall friendly and welcoming staff with standout spa and wellness teams, but several guests reported inconsistent attentiveness at the beach, reception and some public areas.
Location
10
Exceptional, peaceful location with breathtaking views and convenient access (noted ~5 min drive to Agios Nikolaos); repeatedly praised by guests.
Room Quality
9.2
Rooms and architecture are outstanding and comfortable with many peaceful corners; some guests noted noise issues (poor sound insulation, rooms near cleaning staff) and missing practical items (e.g., umbrella at villa).
Amenities
9.7
Extensive facilities (multiple pools, restaurants, professional spa, wellness and sports/yoga offerings) widely praised; minor negatives include pool temperature in places, gym layout lacking a scenic window, and beach sunbed availability issues.
Value for Money
9.8
Many guests feel the level of comfort, service and setting justify the price (some guests would rate it above typical scale).
Food and Beverage
9.5
Food described as excellent by multiple guests; a few complaints about breakfast/service in some instances.
Overall Experience
9.5
Predominantly unforgettable, peaceful and restorative stays with high praise for hospitality and setting; isolated service, beach and noise issues affected a minority of stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-11 19:27

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: HER

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 1638 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 9
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 9.7
Value for Money: 9.8
Food and Beverage: 9.5
Overall Experience: 9.5
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Brigitte • solo_traveller • de
9
Ein sehr schöner Aufenthalt in einem tollen Hotel
Pros:

Der Strand ist sehr schön und auch windstill gelegen. Die Liegen auf den Felsen waren für uns leider oft zu windig.
Insgesamt ein tolles Konzept. Frühstück und auch Abendbuffet sind hervorragend mit einem wunderschönen Ausblick
Das süße Städtchen Agios Nicolaos ist in ca 30 Min füßläufig zu erreichen oder in 10 Min mit dem Taxi

Cons:

Die Liegesäcke am Pool waren nicht so unser Ding.
Dass es leider in den idyllischen kleinen Liegelächen auf den Felsen zu windig für uns war.

2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Hermann on Tour • couple • at
10
Pros:

Vom Einchecken bis zum Auschecken hat ALLES gepasst. Das bestellte Blumenarrangement wurde top organisiert, vom Hotel gab es noch eine Flasche Prosecco und ein Zimmerupgrade dazu. Die Ausstattung, der Komfort, das Essen, das Personal alles Top. Spezieller Dank gilt Marianna.

2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Lucia • solo_traveller • ch
10
Paranthèse sublime dans un cadre luxuriant
Pros:

Un des endroits les plus sublimes que nous ayons jamais visité. C’est un joyau costale volupteux avec excellente nourriture, les installations au top, la mer et les piscines solendides. Mais ce qui fait réellement la différence est l’équipe notamment de Katerina ainsi que celle de housekeeping. Nous avons été choyé et nous reviendrons certainement 🙏🏼.

Cons:

Tout était parfait

2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Lau Delà • solo_traveller • ch
9
Un hôtel épuré, moderne et très agréable
Pros:

Une architecture absolument magnifique et épurée. Des espaces communs très agréables et les places pour les transats creusés dans les rochers en bord de mer.

Cons:

Peu de choses à redire. Nous sommes très proches de la perfection.

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Christian • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Buffet am Morgen und Abend (wir hatten nur Frühstück begucht, somit extra Kosten am Abend, war es aber defintiv wert!), sehr umfangreiche Auswahl, hier hat es an nichts gefehlt, mehr geht nicht, alles sehr lecker.
Tolle Lage, absolut ruhig, liegt auf einer Landzunge, architektonisch wunderschön, tolle Gartenanlage, man fühlt sich sofort wohl...
Service und Personal, absolut Top, gerne eine 11 wenn es die gäbe...

Cons:

Am Hotel und Service, etc. gibt es absolut nichts anzumerken.
Der Nachbarort, Agios Nicolaos, puh - muss man nicht gesehen haben, leider... Mietauto und die Insel erkunden

2026-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Denis • couple • be
9
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Nuria Cristina • couple • de
8
Gutes Luxushotel mit einigen Mängeln
Pros:

Tolle Lage/Blick auf Halbinsel
Design und Modernität
Essen vielfältig und hochwertig

Cons:

Kein Smart-TV
Balkontüre nicht von außen schliessbar
teilweise unfreundliches und unaufmerksames Personal beim Frühstück
extrem deutschlastiges Publikum

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Cecilia • solo_traveller • ch
10
A fantastic, tranquil place, nagnificent view and the architecture and interior design is outstanding.
Pros:

Excellent design and very helpful and friendly staff.

Cons:

Everything was to our likening.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Zoe • couple • gb
10
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Nathalie • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Incroyable vue, transat idéalement placés. L’hôtel est magnifique. Petit déjeuner incroyable. Chambres confortables et impeccables.

Cons:

Rien à déclarer, hormis la guerre des transats avec des touristes qui viennent à 7/8 h poser leur serviette sur les meilleurs transats puis disparaissent jusqu’à 11h. C’est vraiment insupportable.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Amir • couple • il
10
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Norbert • couple • nl
10
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Marina • solo_traveller • ca
10
The artwork was wonderful, food and staff amazing
Pros:

Private minimal signage. Excellent spa and food

Cons:

A bit hard to get to if not driving

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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laurent • couple • fr
10
un hôtel incroyable, qui donne envie d'y retourner
Pros:

la sérénité du lieu, l'architecture, le parc, la plage privée, les restaurants et bars, la piscine, la vue depuis la chambre ou les jardins, le spa, le personnel de chambre efficace et prévenants, la jeune fille à l'accueil du Spa, bref tout !

Cons:

Le fait que personne ne parle français à l'exception de la jeune fille à l'accueil du Spa

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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tal • couple • il
10
A beautiful, thoughtfully designed hotel with attentive service, wonderful spa treatments, and memorable experiences tha
Pros:

Our stay at Minos Palace was perfect in every way. The hotel is beautiful, with thoughtful design and attention to detail throughout. The service was attentive and thoughtful while still allowing us to enjoy our privacy and make the most of every moment. The spa treatments were wonderful and added another layer of relaxation to our stay. We also loved the ceramic workshop, which was such a lovely and memorable experience. Everything came together to make our stay truly special.

Cons:

If we had to nitpick, we felt the wine tasting was a little underwhelming for the price. We would have hoped for a better selection of wines to make the experience feel more worthwhile.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • de
10
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Bacel • couple • de
9
Pros:

Strand war sehr gut, Frühstück war absolut top, sehr gepflegte Anlage, top Personal. Man kommt mega gut zur Ruhe und es hat mir sehr gut gefallen.

Cons:

das Bad war zu nah am Eingang - in der Klasse erwarte ich mehr. Ein paar weitere Anhänger/ Haken wären praktisch.

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Bernhard • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

Die Aussicht war Atemberaubend schön, das Frühstück war so lecker und es fehlte an nicht, die Angestellten waren so herzlich und lieb und die Lage ist perfekt um zu entspannen.

Cons:

Die kostenpflichtige Angebote waren sehr teuer.

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Imane • couple • sa
9
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Myrna • couple • ch
9
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee