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View of a hotel with a large pool, green gardens, and direct beach access.
Two palm trees frame a white beach canopy overlooking sandy beach and sea.
Brightly furnished hotel room with large bed, armchairs, and view of a balcony.
Modern pool area with loungers, parasols, and palm trees near the sea.
Modern hotel complex with fountain and palm trees in a sunny setting.
Green lawn with palm trees and white sun tents by the beach under clear sky.
View of a terrace with seating, palm trees, and a sunset by the sea
Two waiters stand by a terracotta-colored building next to an entrance with a blue awning.
Sunny terrace with white furniture and palm trees in a hotel garden
View of lounge chairs and umbrellas on the beach with palm trees and sea in the background.
Modern white pavilion with seating in front of a hotel with palm trees.
Rooftop terrace with illuminated round hot tubs and relaxing guests at night
Bright terrace with white chairs and tables, stylish seating area, and wide view.
Woman harvesting fresh vegetables in a garden with green plants and bushes.
Modern jacuzzi on a terrace overlooking the sea and palm trees.
View through leaves onto a pool with lounge chairs and white buildings in the background.
Beach with rows of sun loungers and white umbrellas beside blue sea.
Wide sandy beach with lounge chairs and blue sky by the sea
Green lawn with palm trees and a white pergola by the sea under a clear sky.
Rows of palm trees in front of a white wall with GRECOTEL sign under a blue sky
View of a hotel pool and landscaped gardens on the beach with blue sea in the background.
View through an open veranda to a pool and palm trees in front of a modern hotel building.
Modern outdoor area with stylish seating and trees against white walls and large windows.
Elegant interior with white furniture, exotic plants, and orchids as decoration.
Modern hotel garden with steps, seating areas, and green potted plants.
Table with breakfast and drinks in sunny courtyard with red sofas and plants
Modern hotel bar with blue-lit seats and calming ambiance at dusk.
Several round tables with seating on a rooftop terrace under a transparent roof.
Outdoor restaurant under palm trees with white pergolas and tables with chairs at sunset.
Hotel terrace with waiters, palm trees, and seating areas at sunset
View of a resort with white buildings, palm trees, beach loungers, and sea in the background.
Outdoor restaurant with white tables, chairs, and sunshades surrounded by palm trees and mountains.
Bar area with blue counter and sea view, woman preparing drinks
Cozy bar with light blue chairs and vintage decor on the walls.
Outdoor restaurant area with tables, chairs, and palm trees in sunlight.
Modern hotel garden with pool, palm trees, and seating areas under clear sky
Bright hotel room with large bed, sofa, desk, and window with curtains.
Brightly furnished bedroom with large bed, balcony, and sea view.
Bright hotel room with double bed, two nightstands, and lamps in neutral tones.
Modern living room with two beige sofas and a view of a garden.
Bright hotel room with cozy double bed, desk, and garden access.
Modern bedroom with two single beds, checkered headboard cushions, and a red stool.
Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, and table with flower decoration.
Row houses with terraces and garden chairs by lawns and palm trees under clear sky.
Bright hotel room with large bed, seating area, and garden view through open door.
Bright room with white bunk bed, wooden floor, and small table with toys.
Modern living area with TV, desk, yellow chair, and staircase in the background.
Bright hotel room with double bed, modern staircase, and white walls.
Bright hotel room with large bed, sofa, bedside lamp, and balcony overlooking plants.
Twin room with checkered headboards, white beds, and a window with a Roman blind.
Bright hotel room with double bed, seating area, and sea view from the balcony.
Aerial view of a beach with sun loungers, white umbrellas, and adjacent holiday homes.
Modern hotel garden with steps, seating areas, and green potted plants.
Bright bedroom with double bed, nightstands, rug, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Bright hotel room with large bed, seating area, and view of garden with palm trees.
Small pool with ladder next to a manicured lawn and palm trees under a blue sky
Modern patio furniture and a covered area beside a pool with palm trees in the background.
Modern hotel pool with view of open, stylish lounge and bedrooms in the background.
Bright hotel room with open design, terrace view with chairs and palm trees by the sea.
Modern outdoor area with pool, rattan furniture, palm trees, clear sky, and sea view.
Modern bathroom with double sinks, large mirror, and marble countertop.
Outdoor tables set with red chairs in a garden restaurant on a sunny day.
Colorful pirate-themed playground with slides and climbing structure on green grass by trees.
Colorful children's playroom with tables, benches, and wall decorations under wooden beam ceiling.
Children play and relax in a modern, bright outdoor lounge setting.
Two girls ride stationary bikes outdoors under a sunshade.
Outdoor fitness area with various exercise equipment, shade nets, and sea view
Outdoor fitness area with equipment and banner in park under trees on a sunny day.
People with surfboards walking in shallow water at the beach in the sea.
Elegant hallway with plant and view into a modern room with chair and glass wall.
Woman in swimsuit stands by an illuminated indoor pool with floral wall
Modern hotel check-in with decorative vases in niches and patterned reception desk.
Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Missiria

Grecotel Creta Palace *****

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Location

The 5-star Creta Palace hotel is located directly on the pebble/sand beach of Missiria, overlooking the beautiful Cretan Sea. It is situated 4 km from the picturesque old town of Rethymno. The resort is approximately 79 km from Heraklion Airport and 70 km from Chania Airport. A bus stop and restaurants are within walking distance.
Beach with rows of sun loungers and white umbrellas beside blue sea.
Wide sandy beach with lounge chairs and blue sky by the sea
Green lawn with palm trees and a white pergola by the sea under a clear sky.
Rows of palm trees in front of a white wall with GRECOTEL sign under a blue sky
View of a hotel pool and landscaped gardens on the beach with blue sea in the background.

Facilities

View through an open veranda to a pool and palm trees in front of a modern hotel building.
Modern outdoor area with stylish seating and trees against white walls and large windows.
Elegant interior with white furniture, exotic plants, and orchids as decoration.
Modern hotel garden with steps, seating areas, and green potted plants.
Table with breakfast and drinks in sunny courtyard with red sofas and plants
Modern hotel bar with blue-lit seats and calming ambiance at dusk.
Several round tables with seating on a rooftop terrace under a transparent roof.
Outdoor restaurant under palm trees with white pergolas and tables with chairs at sunset.
Hotel terrace with waiters, palm trees, and seating areas at sunset
View of a resort with white buildings, palm trees, beach loungers, and sea in the background.
Outdoor restaurant with white tables, chairs, and sunshades surrounded by palm trees and mountains.
Bar area with blue counter and sea view, woman preparing drinks
Cozy bar with light blue chairs and vintage decor on the walls.
Outdoor restaurant area with tables, chairs, and palm trees in sunlight.
Modern hotel garden with pool, palm trees, and seating areas under clear sky
The hotel, modernized in 2022, impresses with its upscale ambiance and offers a total of 335 rooms and suites. For a completely pleasant stay, in addition to the lobby with reception, there are numerous services such as luggage storage and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The hotel complex includes a total of 12 pools and a children's pool with 2 water slides. Pool amenities include sun loungers, umbrellas, towels, and showers. The beach offers changing cabins, sun loungers, umbrellas, showers, and a waiter service (for a fee). Furthermore, a separate beach area with private pavilions and exclusive service (for an additional charge) is available.

Accommodation

Double Room

The comfortable double rooms (D) are equipped with a double bed or two single beds and an additional single bed (sofa bed), and feature satellite TV, individually adjustable air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a safe, a minibar (for a fee), a coffee/tea station, a telephone, a bathroom with a bathtub/toilet, hairdryer, and cosmetic mirror.
Also available as a single occupancy room (DE, on request).
Also available as a Superior Double Room Sea View (DMU/DIM).

Brightly furnished hotel room with large bed, armchairs, and view of a balcony.
Bright hotel room with large bed, sofa, desk, and window with curtains.

Bungalow

The spacious rooms are designed in a Mediterranean style and are located in the garden area, on the ground floor or the first floor. They feature a balcony or terrace with a garden view (BG2).
Alternatively, these can be booked with a side sea view (BM2) or a direct sea view (B2M).

Double Room Panorama Sea View

The stylishly designed double rooms, with otherwise identical amenities to the standard double rooms, are located in the main building on the fourth floor and impress with their elevated position and the resulting panoramic sea view (K2Q).

Brightly furnished bedroom with large bed, balcony, and sea view.
Bright hotel room with double bed, two nightstands, and lamps in neutral tones.
Modern living room with two beige sofas and a view of a garden.

Family Bungalow

The modern bathroom features two sinks, a bathtub, and a separate shower cubicle. Toiletries, a bathrobe, hairdryer, and a magnifying mirror are also provided. The large, family-friendly bungalows are located on the ground floor of the tranquil garden area. Certain units feature two separate bedrooms with sliding doors (FB2).

Family Bungalow Superior

The large, family-friendly bungalows are located on the ground floor or first floor of the quiet garden area. The bathroom has a sink and a bathtub. The bungalow features a combined living and sleeping area with a double bed and a second bedroom with two single sofa beds (BSF).

Bright hotel room with cozy double bed, desk, and garden access.
Modern bedroom with two single beds, checkered headboard cushions, and a red stool.
Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, and table with flower decoration.
Row houses with terraces and garden chairs by lawns and palm trees under clear sky.
Bright hotel room with large bed, seating area, and garden view through open door.
Bright room with white bunk bed, wooden floor, and small table with toys.
Modern living area with TV, desk, yellow chair, and staircase in the background.
Bright hotel room with double bed, modern staircase, and white walls.

Maisonette

The maisonette apartments are located in the resort's garden area and span two levels with access on the ground floor and a sleeping area on the upper floor. Two bathrooms are available. The first bathroom has a sink and a bathtub, while the second room has a sink and a shower. Designed in the style of traditional village bungalows, the maisonettes have been tastefully modernized, offering a pleasant blend of comfort and atmosphere. The master bedroom with a double canopy bed is located on the ground floor, while a separate sleeping area for children with two bunk beds is accessible via a staircase. The open design allows visual contact between the levels (M2).

Family Bungalow Deluxe with Balcony

The Deluxe Family Bungalows with balcony are located in the resort's garden area. The rooms are on the first floor of the complex and offer a beautiful view of the blooming Mediterranean gardens. The bungalow has two separate bedrooms and two bathrooms. The amenities include a double bed and two sofa beds. The two bathrooms each have a sink, one with a bathtub, the other with a shower (2BF).
Also available as a Family Bungalow Deluxe with Terrace (2BK).

Bright hotel room with large bed, sofa, bedside lamp, and balcony overlooking plants.
Modern living room with two beige sofas and a view of a garden.
Twin room with checkered headboards, white beds, and a window with a Roman blind.
Bright hotel room with double bed, seating area, and sea view from the balcony.
Aerial view of a beach with sun loungers, white umbrellas, and adjacent holiday homes.

Junior Bungalow Suite Seafront

The Junior Bungalow Suite is located on the first beachfront and offers a direct sea view from the balcony or terrace. The bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower (WF2).

Family Room Sea View

The spacious family room with a dreamlike sea view has a bathroom with a shower/bathtub. The room is equipped with a double bed, two additional sleeping options, and a balcony or terrace (F2M).

Modern hotel garden with steps, seating areas, and green potted plants.
Bright bedroom with double bed, nightstands, rug, and balcony overlooking the sea.

Suite Palace Panoramic Sea View

The Penthouse Junior Suite is located on the top floor of the main building and offers a fantastic panoramic sea view. It features a king-size bed and a luxurious marble bathroom with two sinks and a bathtub. The approximately 9 m² balcony offers ample space for relaxation with an impressive view of the sea and the surrounding area (S2M).

Family Bungalow Suite Palace

The large Palace Bungalow Suite with two separate bedrooms is located in the quiet garden area and extends over the ground floor and the first floor. The master bedroom is equipped with a double bed and a sofa bed, while the living area has two single beds or, alternatively, a double bed. Two bathrooms provide additional comfort. One bathroom is equipped with a shower, the other with a bathtub (BDF).
The room is also available with a side sea view (2BS).

Bright hotel room with large bed, seating area, and view of garden with palm trees.
Small pool with ladder next to a manicured lawn and palm trees under a blue sky
Modern patio furniture and a covered area beside a pool with palm trees in the background.

Bungalow Suite Seafront Private Pool

These particularly carefully renovated bungalows with luxurious interiors are located directly on the beach. Each of these suites features a private courtyard with its own pool. The room amenities include a king-size bed and an additional single sofa bed. The marble bathroom has a sink, a hydromassage bathtub, and a separate shower cubicle. To complete the comfort and privacy, the courtyard is equipped with a private pavilion, sun loungers, and garden furniture for dining and relaxing. The bungalow suites also have a private entrance courtyard. Direct access from the room to the beach is provided (2BM).

Family Bungalow Suite Seafront Private Pool

The luxurious bungalows feature a private entrance courtyard, an impressive outdoor area, a separate living area with hand-carved furniture, and a private pool adorning the secluded outdoor terrace.
The accommodation includes a king-size bed and two sofa beds. The marble bathroom is luxuriously equipped with a hydromassage bathtub and a separate shower cubicle. To complete the comfort and privacy, the courtyard is equipped with a private pavilion, sun loungers, and garden furniture for dining and relaxing. The bungalow suites also have a private entrance courtyard and a private pool. Direct access from the room to the beach is provided. Furthermore, there is a terrace that provides shade during the day (2QM).

Modern hotel pool with view of open, stylish lounge and bedrooms in the background.
Bright hotel room with open design, terrace view with chairs and palm trees by the sea.
Modern outdoor area with pool, rattan furniture, palm trees, clear sky, and sea view.
Modern bathroom with double sinks, large mirror, and marble countertop.

Meals

Half Board

The hotel offers a carefully curated half-board concept with a wide selection of dishes and flavors, featuring rich breakfast and dinner buffets in the main Labyrinth Atrium restaurant or a choice of à la carte restaurants with a credit of €20 per adult and €10 per child (reservations required). Breakfast is served from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM, and dinner from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

All Inclusive

Outdoor tables set with red chairs in a garden restaurant on a sunny day.

LUXME All Inclusive

Grecotel Creta Palace offers a comprehensive culinary experience with 10 unique restaurants and bars.
The "Labyrinth," the main restaurant, serves rich buffets, show cooking, and local Cretan and Mediterranean specialties. Breakfast is available from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM, lunch from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM, and dinner from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. A children's menu is also available from 11 AM to 5 PM.
The "Barbarossa" offers seafood and Mediterranean à la carte dishes with a breathtaking sea view from 7 PM to 11 PM. Reservations are required.
"Ariadne" serves Italian delicacies directly by the pool from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Reservations are required.
The Zeus and Amalthia Sky Bar offer fine dining and cocktails with stunning panoramic views from 7 PM to 11:30 PM. Reservations are required.
In the heart of the resort, the Brasserie Princess Ariadne serves guests snacks, salads, and family-friendly menus from 10:30 AM to 6 PM.
The small Kafenion "The Beautiful Hellas" offers authentic drinks like Ouzo and Raki, as well as coffee and tea, served in a traditional style from 6 PM to 10 PM.
The "Talos Lobby Bar" invites you to relax indoors or on the terrace from 10 AM to 12 AM.
The Caretta-Caretta Beach Bar serves light snacks and refreshments directly on the beach from 10:30 AM to 6 PM.
An additional highlight is the "Agreco Farm Taverna," owned by Grecotel founder Nikos Daskalantonakis, which primarily uses Cretan organic products. Open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM from April to October. Guided tours and dinners are available daily from 6:30 PM (reservations required).
Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, as well as vegan and organic wines, are available in all restaurants.

Not included in All Inclusive

Private Dining: Romantic dinners on the beach or individually arranged.

Sports included

The hotel offers a varied sports program for active guests. Table tennis, boccia, and beach volleyball are available.

Sports for a fee

Tennis lessons (from 7 years, reservation required), bicycle rental, golf, water skiing, jet skiing, wet bikes, diving, parasailing, pedal boats, canoes, banana boat rides, ring rides, swimming lessons, diving.

Children's program

The Grecotel Kids Club offers varied, age-appropriate programs for children and teenagers aged 4-17, 6 times a week.
GrecoKids (4-6 years): Crafts, water activities, treasure hunts, and theme events.
GrecoJuniors (7-12 years): Discovery adventures, sports, parties, and creative crafts.
GrecoTeens (13+ years): Beach volleyball, dancing, tournaments, parties, and Wi-Fi in the lobby during the summer months.
For children up to 12 years old, food and drinks are offered at the mini buffets from 11 AM to 5 PM.
GrecoBaby (0-3 years): Baby cots, changing mats, baby bathtubs, and more (partially for a fee). Baby food and bottles can be ordered and heated upon request.
Colorful pirate-themed playground with slides and climbing structure on green grass by trees.
Colorful children's playroom with tables, benches, and wall decorations under wooden beam ceiling.
Children play and relax in a modern, bright outdoor lounge setting.

Wellness

Elegant hallway with plant and view into a modern room with chair and glass wall.
Woman in swimsuit stands by an illuminated indoor pool with floral wall
The resort's spacious spa area covers approx. 2,000 m² and invites you to relax and feel good. Facilities include a heated indoor pool with hydromassage and water cannon, an indoor whirlpool, various saunas, and a beautiful open courtyard with a relaxation loggia. For wellness treatments (for a fee), there are several private massage rooms and a pavilion for treatments (for a fee) outdoors. A beauty salon with a hairdresser completes the wellness experience.
Opening hours: daily from 10 AM to 6:30 PM.

Entertainment

A cinema provides for cozy movie nights, while various shops – including a supermarket and a souvenir shop invite you to browse. A playground and a spacious garden area are available for families. Shows & Disco are organized for the whole family.

Hotel Service

Services include a babysitting service (for a fee), car rental, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), and a bellhop service.
Free parking is available at the hotel.

Hotel features

  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Children's Playground
  • Volleyball/Beach Volleyball
  • Parking
  • Fitness

Sustainability

Reisen mit Zukunft provides guidance for making conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Travelife

Note

Pets on request (for a fee).
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The resort offers various facilities for guests with limited mobility.
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Dress Code:
Daytime: Resort Casual. Footwear is always required in restaurants & bars.
Evening: Smart Casual. No beachwear or shorts in the evening. Gentlemen - long trousers and shirts with sleeves (short or long) in all restaurants and bars.
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Hotel Contact:
Phone: 0030 28313 10800
Email: reservations.cp@grecotel.com

Destination Information

For stays from 01.01.2018 onwards, the Greek government levies a climate resilience fee, which is to be paid by the guest locally, similar to a spa tax. The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and will be tiered from 0.50 Euros to 15 Euros per day and room from 01.01.2025.
For stays during high season 01.04.-31.10.
Land category 1-2 stars 2 Euros
Land category 3 stars 5 Euros
Land category 4 stars 10 Euros
Land category 5 stars 15 Euros
For stays during low season 01.11.-31.03.
Land category 1-2 stars 0.50 Euros
Land category 3 stars 1.50 Euros
Land category 4 stars 3 Euros
Land category 5 stars 4 Euros

Country category

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