Retreat to Crete - Abaton Island Resort & Spa
Distance from nearest airport - 20 minutes from Heraklion
With less than 4,000 cases of COVID-19, it’s hardly surprising that Greece is being hailed as one of the safest destinations in Europe – and possibly the world – for travellers.
Located on the craggy north coast of Crete, Abaton Island Resort & Spa is an award-winning, singing and dancing luxury hotel. Not only does it boast 14 different room types across 152 rooms, they include 71 suites and villas with their own private pool.
The sparkling turquoise waters of the Aegean provide a stunning backdrop to the hotel’s infinity pool and private sandy beach, the perfect spots for some well-deserved relaxation at one of the best hotels in Greece
All of the rooms, suites and villas at Abaton Island Resort & Spa feature, light and airy open plan spaces decorated in whites and neutral colour palettes creating a soothing, minimalist vibe, one that will remind you of the Cyclades Islands. Some rooms have a private Jacuzzi on the deck or private pool but the main pool is stunning at the heart of the hotel and its view, especially with a sundowner is the best on Crete.
Nearly every room at this luxury hotel has a shimmering sea view, but there are a few that don’t so make sure you choose at the time of booking. The large, oversized doors let the views do the talking. Travelling with family? Some rooms can be connected though this isn’t a place for young kids (there’s no kid’s club). All rooms have flatscreen TV, Nespresso coffee machine, air-conditioning and Elemis or Hermès body and bath products.
The world class ELEMIS Spa, has a menu of treatments designed to unique experience, using powerful massage methods and the most potent actives available in the world today using products that respect the body's complex physiology. There’s a gym if you feel the need to keep up with your workouts or you can head to the sea and enjoy some snorkelling or water sports. A tennis pro can be arranged if you’re up for a competitive game.
Panoramic sea views along with the best Elemis spa and a superb collection of restaurants offering Greek and international cuisine make Abaton Island one of the best places to stay in Greece and one of the hotel hot spots on the island of Crete!
Whilst this luxury hotel is very friendly with children, it’s probably more suited to couples or friends wanting to soak up the sunshine in a luxury hotel together. There is a designated kids pool but no kids club but restaurants do have children’s menus and babysitters can be organised.
The Buddha-Bar Beach brings its lifestyle footprint to this luxury hotel in Crete. Enjoy Buddha-Bar Beach’s signature Asian fusion cuisine and cocktails and chilled summer vibes with international DJs.
At Abaton Island Resort & Spa you’ll feast like a king with gastronomy made in heaven.
Picky, discerning or easy-going, all types of foodies with look forward to Chef Zinon’s award-winning creations. If you prefer to stick to what you know then there’s plenty of international dishes to choose from in the 5 restaurants all served alongside shimmering backdrops of Cretan coastline. Buddha Bar goes beyond its neo-Asian walls and for the first time ever finds its home on the island of Crete, offering guests a unique dining & lifestyle summer experience on a breathtaking private beachfront location.
Crete is the home of the Minotaur’s Labyrinth so why not brush up on your Greek mythology?
Rates from £243.95, book Abaton Island Resort & Spa here.