Location

The resort, located directly on the spectacular, wide and sandy beach of Platanias, is certified with a Blue Flag and is the ultimate destination for exquisite seclusion, total relaxation and daily excitement. The centre of Platanias, with its numerous restaurants, bars, clubs and a bus station, is just a 2-minute walk from the resort. The hotel is situated about 5 km from Rethymno Town, which has plenty of shopping opportunities. Chania Airport is 75 km away, whilst Heraklion Airport is 85 km away.

Facilities

Guests can enjoy the pleasant ambience of one of the 2 junior suites, 4 suites and 65 double rooms. The reception desk in the lobby is staffed round the clock. Services such as a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service ensure a comfortable stay. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. A lift and wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are a number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop. The grounds of the resort feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand, a TV room, a playroom and a library. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include a babysitting service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), an alarm call service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel doctor. A bicycle hire service (for a fee) gives guests the opportunity to explore the surrounding area independently.

Rooms

Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. Rooms have a double bed, a king-size bed or a sofa bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system, a DVD player and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower, a bathtub and a whirlpool bath. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and bathrobes are provided. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The resort has non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

Whether sporty and active or in need of a more restful kind of holiday, guests will find the perfect place to leave everyday life behind in the pool complex, which includes 2 indoor and outdoor pools. There are children's pools as well. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. Sun loungers and parasols are available on the sun terrace. The resort offers outdoor sports, including cycling/mountain biking, bocce, beach volleyball and golf. With snorkelling, diving, water aerobics and aquafit available, fans of water sports will have plenty to choose from. Guests can choose from a range of indoor sporting activities, including a gym, table tennis, callisthenics and aerobics or, for a fee, billiards. There is a wellness area with a spa, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon and a solarium and, for an additional fee, a sauna and massage treatments. Guests can enjoy a range of leisure facilities and activities, including an entertainment programme and live music.

Meals

Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A delicious and varied buffet awaits guests at breakfast. For lunch, guests can order à la carte. A set menu can be ordered at dinner. Special meals, including vegetarian dishes, are also available. Alcoholic beverages are available.

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