Last-minute romantic hotel deals in Crete

Situated 32 km east of Heraklion International Airport, between Malia and Stalida, this is a 4-star holiday resort that attracts thousands of visitors every summer.

The resort has a warm reception hall with a comfortable lobby, a large swimming pool, pool bar, restaurant and 2 tennis courts. For taking it easy under the sun, just 200 metres away is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island.

The rates indicated are all-inclusive. Please enquire further at reception upon arrival.

When you stay at Kernos Beach in Hersonissos, you'll be on the beach – a 4-minute drive from Stalis Beach and 6 minutes from Star Beach Water Park. This beach hotel is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Port of Hersonissos and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Malia Beach.

When you stay at Hotel Matheo Villas & Suites in Hersonissos, you'll be next to a golf course – a 3-minute drive from Stalis Beach and 7 minutes from Star Beach Water Park. This golf hotel is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Port of Hersonissos and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Malia Beach.

With a stay at Atali Grand Resort in Mylopotamos, you'll be a 3-minute walk from Livadi beach and 5 minutes by foot from Vlihi Nero beach. This family-friendly hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Varkotopos beach and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Reptisland.

When you stay at Grecotel Meli Palace in Agios Nikolaos, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Star Beach Water Park and Stalis Beach. This all-inclusive property is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Port of Hersonissos and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Palm Bay Beach.

Ocean Bay is a recently renovated apartment in Arvi, where guests can make the most of its private beach area and terrace. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

All units come with a balcony with sea views, a fully equipped kitchenette with a toaster and a fridge, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower. All units are air conditioned and include a seating and/or dining area. At the apartment complex, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

Guests are welcome to eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, while packed lunches are also available upon request.

Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Arvi, like cycling.

Heraklion International Airport is 71 km from the property.

Set in Sfakaki, 500 metres from Sfakaki Beach and 11 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno, Oak Wood - Sea View Exclusive Maisonette offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. Including an outdoor pool and a garden, this apartment also features a restaurant. The property is non-smoking and is situated 15 km from Museum of Ancient Eleftherna.

The spacious apartment with a terrace and sea views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Psiloritis National Park is 35 km from the apartment, while Municipal Garden is 11 km from the property. Heraklion International Airport is 71 km away.

Set in Adelianos Kampos, 100 metres from Beach Adelianos Kampos, Adele Beach Hotel offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. 7.1 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno and 19 km from Museum of Ancient Eleftherna, the property provides a terrace and a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. The units feature a wardrobe.

At Adele Beach Hotel you will find a restaurant serving Greek, Mediterranean and international cuisine. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can also be requested.

The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 4-star hotel.

Guests can make use of the business centre, arrange day trips at the tour desk or take advantage of the ironing service.

Psiloritis National Park is 39 km from the accommodation, while Municipal Garden is 6.9 km away. Heraklion International Airport is 75 km from the property.

Located near the sea, the family-run Elounda Palm Hotel & Suites is located in the area of Elounda. A restaurant and a lounge bar, as well as a large outdoor pool with poolside bar are featured.

Rooms open to balconies that face the Mediterranean gardens or the deep blue sea of the Elounda gulf. Air conditioning and satellite TVs are standard, while rooms with sharing and private pools are available.

A rich and varied buffet breakfast is served daily. Lunch and dinner menus focus on Greek and Mediterranean dishes.

The hotel is only 1 km from the centre of Elounda, and 7 km from lively Agios Nikolaos. Heraklion Airport is 68 km away.

Free parking is available on site. Other amenities include a gift shop, free WiFi and air conditioning in public areas.

Situated in Agia Pelagia, 1.6 km from Agia Pelagia Beach, Panorama Village Hotel features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Boasting room service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a terrace. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with a sea view.

Guests at the hotel can enjoy a continental or an American breakfast.

Round-the-clock assistance is available at the reception, where staff speak German, Greek and English.

Venetian Walls is 19 km from Panorama Village Hotel, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 20 km from the property. Heraklion International Airport is 23 km away.

The 4-star Diogenis Blue Palace is situated on the seafront in Kato Gouves. It offers a main pool, children’s pool and sunbathing terrace. A restaurant and a café are also featured on site.

Sunny and bright, rooms at Diogenis Blue Palace are air conditioned and heated. Each includes an LCD TV, telephone and mini fridge. Daily housekeeping is provided.

Sun beds and umbrellas are provided around the pools and at the beach. Guests can make use of the free WiFi access in Diogenis Blue Palace’s lobby.

A variety of Cretan and Mediterranean dishes are served at the hotel’s restaurant. Snacks, coffees and drinks are available at the pool-side bar. Greek nights and cooking shows are organised by the chef, while karaoke nights are offered for the guests' entertainment.

Hersonissos is just 8 km away, while Heraklion and the airport are less than 15 km away. The Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is reached after 5 km. Multilingual front-desk staff are available 24/7.

Located in Stalida, 80 metres from Stalida Beach, Nami Hotel & Suites provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a terrace, this 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

All units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

The breakfast offers buffet, continental or American options. The restaurant at Nami Hotel & Suites serves Greek and Mediterranean cuisine.

The accommodation offers a hot tub.

Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 18 km from Nami Hotel & Suites, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 32 km away. Heraklion International Airport is 26 km from the property.

Set in Malia in the Crete region and Central Malia Beach reachable within 1.1 km, Theo Star Beach Hotel offers accommodation with free WiFi, a children's playground, a private beach area and free private parking. Located on the beachfront, this property has an infinity pool, a garden and a terrace. The accommodation provides luggage storage space, a housekeeping service and currency exchange for guests.

At the aparthotel, the units include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Each unit comes with a kettle, while selected rooms also offer a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster. At the aparthotel, each unit is fitted with air conditioning and a safety deposit box.

At the aparthotel, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and specialises in Greek cuisine.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this aparthotel and the area is popular for diving. Kids pool is also available for guests at Theo Star Beach Hotel.

Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 21 km from the accommodation, while Lake Voulismeni is 30 km away. Heraklion International Airport is 29 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Situated in Tsoútsouros, 300 metres from Pera Tsoutsouras Beach, Minoa sea rooms features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and a tour desk. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Each unit features a terrace, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a dining area and a flat-screen TV, while the private bathroom includes a shower and a hair dryer. A fridge, a minibar and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, units have bed linen and towels.

Guests at the apartment can enjoy a continental breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests are welcome to go to the family-friendly restaurant, while a grocery delivery service, packed lunches and a minimarket are also available.

Outdoor play equipment is also available at Minoa sea rooms, while guests can also relax in the garden.

The Palace of Knossos is 48 km from the accommodation, while Nikos Kazantzakis Museum is 40 km from the property. Heraklion International Airport is 52 km away.

Situated in Panormos Rethymno, 1.6 km from Panormos Beach, Europa Resort Hotel features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has pool views and free WiFi. The hotel has a terrace and sea views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.

At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a patio with a garden view. Europa Resort Hotel provides some rooms with mountain views, and rooms come with a balcony. At the accommodation rooms include air conditioning and a safety deposit box.

A buffet breakfast is available at Europa Resort Hotel.

Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 14 km from the hotel, while Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 21 km away. Heraklion International Airport is 61 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, O Ilios House is situated in Pitsidia. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.4 km from Kommos Beach.

The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

A snack bar can be found on-site, and in the warmer months you can make use of the barbecue facilities.

If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings and the holiday home can arrange a car rental service.

Phaistos is 7.3 km from O Ilios House, while Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 10 km from the property. Heraklion International Airport is 60 km away.

Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Castello Bianco Aparthotel is set in Platanes, 600 metres from Platanes Beach and 6.3 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno. This aparthotel features free private parking and a lift. The accommodation offers free WiFi throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a family-friendly restaurant.

The aparthotel will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a patio and a private bathroom with a shower. Some units also have a well-fitted kitchenette equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and kitchenware. At the aparthotel, units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

A selection of options including warm dishes, local specialities and fruits is available for the American breakfast. There is a coffee shop and bar.

The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the aparthotel. In addition to a year-round outdoor pool, Castello Bianco Aparthotel also provides kids pool.

Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 20 km from the accommodation, while Psiloritis National Park is 39 km from the property. Chania International Airport is 75 km away.

Offering a terrace and lake view, Big Blue New is situated in Agios Nikolaos, 600 metres from Lake Voulismeni and 49 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos. Featuring sea and mountain views, this apartment also features free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Ammoudi Beach.

Boasting a Blu-ray player, the apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a toaster, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The unit is air conditioned and is comprised of a balcony with an outdoor dining area as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and laundry service.

Guests can dine in the in-house traditional restaurant, which specialises in Greek cuisine and also offers vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options.

Activities such as snorkelling, cycling, hiking can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the apartment.

Popular points of interest near Big Blue New include Archaeological Museum of Agios Nikolaos, Panagia Vrefotrofos and Agios Nikolaos Port. Heraklion International Airport is 57 km from the property.

Located in Agios Nikolaos, 600 metres from Almiros Beach, Ariadne Beach - Adults Only provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. With a shared lounge, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy Mediterranean and international dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar.

At the hotel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe. Guest rooms in Ariadne Beach - Adults Only are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

Ariadne Beach - Adults Only offers a terrace. You can play table tennis at the hotel, and car hire is available.

With staff speaking Greek, English and Italian, around the clock guidance is available at the reception.

Popular points of interest near Ariadne Beach - Adults Only include Lake Voulismeni, Panagia Vrefotrofos and Agios Nikolaos Port. Heraklion International Airport is 59 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Enjoying a picturesque location on the peaceful and sandy beach of Ammoudara, Faedra Beach is just 3 km away from the centre of Agios Nikolaos. Guests enjoy free sun beds and umbrellas both next to the pool and on the beach.

Faedra Beach Hotel consists of suites, apartments and studios. Each one offers a spacious balcony with a view to the sea or the garden. The well-appointed rooms are equipped with all modern amenities and double glazed windows and doors.

There is regular local transport from Faedra Beach to the centre of Agios Nikolaos and the major cities of the island, making this an ideal base for exploring Crete. If you prefer to relax in Ammoudara Beach, dine at Faedra Beach Hotel's taverna on the sea front and savour traditional Cretan dishes.