Location

The beach hotel is located in Platanias, 5 km east of Rethymnon in the centre of the touristic area. It is in the middle of the island, which allows guests visit all of the beauties of Crete. Guests can access public transport right at the hotel's doorstep. The beach is just some 200 m from the hotel. It is located within about a 1-hour drive from the two airports of Crete, Chania International Airport, 'Ioannis Daskalogiannis' (approximately 70 km) and Heraklion International Airport, 'Nikos Kazantzakis' (approximately 80 km).

Facilities

The hotel has a lifts and features 105 non-smoking rooms. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service and a safe. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A number of shops, including a supermarket, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a TV room and a library. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include a car hire service, medical assistance, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus. Cyclists can make use of the bicycle storage area and hire service. A fax machine is available for guests' business needs.

Rooms

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning (for a fee) and individually adjustable heating. Some rooms include a balcony. Guests are sure to get a good night's sleep in the double bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe provides secure storage for guests' personal property. A refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station are standard features. Other features include a direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge). Guests will also find slippers in their rooms. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

Sports/Entertainment

While the adults swim a few laps in the outdoor pool, children can enjoy splashing about in their own swimming area. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. Sports enthusiasts are also offered a wide range of indoor activities, including a gym, table tennis, darts and callisthenics. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam and a solarium. Subject to charge: massage treatments. In the evenings, guests can unwind to live music.

Meals

Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café, a bar and a pub. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. The hotel offers a wide range of catering options. Bed and breakfast, half board and all-inclusive can be booked. At breakfast, guests serve themselves at the generous buffet. Various dishes can be ordered à la carte for lunch and dinner. The menu also offers diet meals and gluten-free meals. The hotel also offers special catering options.

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