Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotels
Design Hotels
9.2 (110 reviews)
Agios Nikolaos, Lasithi, Agios Nikolaos, Crete Island, 72100 , Agios Nikolaos , GR

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Full-service spa
Bodyboard on site
Boat tours nearby
Fitness facilities
Express check-out
Free bicycles on site
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Farming classes
Free WiFi
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful property
Highly recommended
Cons:
Inconsistent service
Dining experiences were rushed

Categories

Cleanliness
9.41
The property is beautiful and well kept, indicating a high standard of cleanliness.
Service
8.38
Check-in and check-out had some disappointing aspects; staff seemed distracted and less personable.
Location
9.92
Beautiful place to stay! Very nice surrounding area mentioned in reviews.
Room Quality
9.37
Superior Waterfront Bungalow mentioned as spacious and beautiful.
Amenities
9.4
Facilities are lovely with multiple dining options; though there were some service issues.
Value for Money
8.86
While there were some dining experience disappointments, the overall stay felt worthwhile.
Food and Beverage
8.41
Mixed reviews on dining experiences; service inconsistencies impacted enjoyment.
Overall Experience
9.88
Overall, guests felt it was an amazing experience with a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 11:02

Property Description

Escape to the breathtaking Minos Beach Art Hotel, where elegance meets the serene beauty of the Mediterranean.

Indulgent Spa Experience
Soothe your senses at our full-service spa, offering an array of rejuvenating massages, body treatments, and facials designed to pamper you.

Culinary Delights
Savor exquisite Mediterranean cuisine at our four unique restaurants, including La Bouillabaisse, or enjoy room service during limited hours. Our beach bar and poolside lounges serve refreshing drinks for a perfect wind-down.

Comfortable Accommodations
Unwind in one of our 129 air-conditioned rooms, featuring private furnished balconies or patios, complimentary Wi-Fi, and modern amenities to enhance your stay.

Don’t miss your chance to experience the elegance and relaxation this hotel offers—book your getaway now!

Important information:

  • Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions. Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education)

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Pets

    Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 11

  • Pets

    Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 5

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 110 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.41
Service: 8.38
Location: 9.92
Room Quality: 9.37
Amenities: 9.4
Value for Money: 8.86
Food and Beverage: 8.41
Overall Experience: 9.88
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Koenraad couple be
10
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Kirsten family_with_children au
10
Absolutely stunning!
Pros:

This was one of the best places I’ve ever stayed. It was perfect in every way!

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Ana couple pt
9
Pros:

Localização excelente, acesso à praia privada. Infraestruturas muito boas. Simpatia dos funcionários.

Cons:

O pequeno-almoço poderia ser complementado com algumas opções à la carte, como já é comum em hotéis deste nível.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Sandy solo_traveller ca
10
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Phineas couple gb
7
Crete. Beautiful clear waters and good food. This hotel didn't add or subtract to that.
Pros:

The rooms were well appointed. The Breakfast options were great and the food we ate at the hotel was tasty.

Cons:

The room was not as expected as I booked a higher category by the sea but had no sea view. Disappointing arrival. The team moved us for the last night, but still, not what was expected. The mattress in our room 55 was very lumpy and you could feel the springs. The value for money was about 10-20% off. The only sold small cans of water by the sea and pool. Ridiculous.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Watts couple gb
9
A lovely place to relax
Pros:

The quietness and calm within the hotel, breakfast, very friendly staff

Cons:

Nowhere to hang the hand towels near the sinks
The digitally operated light switches - really inconvenient
The intense morning sunshine on the small patio outside the room (58) - a shade across the small roof would have been very welcome
And lastly, obviously it was available but maybe water should be on the breakfast table or served automatically with orange juice ?

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Ioana solo_traveller ca
10
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Alain couple ca
10
Séjour a la mer
Pros:

La tranquillité et la beauté des lieux

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Dr. khaled family_with_children de
6
Nicht besonders
Pros:

Garten Anlage und essen

Cons:

Zimmer zu dunkel / strand nicht schön war teilweise schmutzig

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Nadine couple ch
9
2026-05-29 via Nuitee
M
Mostafa couple ae
10
Really really good
Pros:

The property was really good. The food was actually unbelievably good. I usually don’t eat in the hotels for dinner as I like to explore but I seriously recommend spending 1 full day here. Grab breakfast, go for a massage, sit by the water & order drinks and lunch to your table, go place tennis after, have dinner in your room (steak was amazing).

I promise it will be your favourite day of your trip.

Cons:

Make sure to close your doors because some mosquitos can fly into your room

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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NAZLI EDA couple tr
9
We will definetely comeback.
Pros:

The sea is wonderful, and I absolutely loved the landscaping and natural surroundings. The architecture is very calming and simple. Waking up to the sounds of birds and waves is amazing. Staff is very welcoming and helpful.

The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the location is beautiful. You can walk to the city center in about 20 minutes, along a lovely seaside promenade.

Cons:

The breakfast area feels rather crowded and noisy, which contrasts with the calm and tranquility of the hotel. Also, the coffee served at breakfast should definitely be better for a hotel of this standard.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Julia Dr. family_with_children de
10
Pros:

Super Lage, sehr nettes Personal, sehr gutes Frühstück und Essen.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Dominic couple ch
9
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Laura couple at
10
Alles in allem war alles perfekt und sehr zu empfehlen.
Pros:

Super schöne Hotelanlage, super liebes Personal und sensationelles regionales Essen!

Cons:

Der Bungalow hatte im Grunde kein Fenster, einzige Tageslichtquelle war die durchsichtige „Haustüre“.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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dominique couple fr
10
Cons:

mettre un terrain de padel!

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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James couple gb
9
Amazing stay and a beautiful hotel
Pros:

The bungalows are simple but perfect.
Plenty of sun beds (even when other guests reserve some with towels!)
Breakfast options and presentation was great each morning.
Friendly staff around the pool/sea/room who were always happy, and provided an amazing experience.
Easy walk into town to local restaurants.

Cons:

Nothing, look forward to returning one day.

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Michel solo_traveller ch
10
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Wolfgang couple at
10
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Karin family_with_children ch
10
2026-05-13 via Nuitee