"Perfect in every way. Food and drinks were excellent, staff polite and hospitable, while working busy shifts. Beach was great and the highlight of the trip. Facilities were very well kept and entire resort was kept clean and tidy. Overall excellent stay and well recommended. Highlight of the trip!"
"Beautiful surroundings, friendly and professional staff, and delicious food. The local cats were a wonderful surprise and also super friendly. There were numerous activites at the resort and a convenient bus to the beach area. Beach Comber at Stallis beach was beautiful, relatively quiet, served excellent cocktails and amazing food. My only critics of Village Heights were:
1. What is/is not included in half board is not well explained at time of booking - I only found out this information on day 2.
2. The power cut out multiple times daily. Only for a few seconds, so it never caused an issue, but it was slightly worrying.
3. The sign at the cats feeding station states they are neutered, but they are not; kittens ahoy! "
"We loved our stay (August 2025) at the Royal And Imperial Belvedere hotel. Our room was great, newly decorated and spotlessly clean.
The main dining area is really big and being able to sit outside meant you didn't feel like you were going to the same restaurant for every meal! Lots of fresh food options, the grill and the salad bars were excellent. The causal dining options were also great with a range of family friendly food available.
Having a separate bar area from the entertainment means you can choose a more peaceful spot in the evening, or get involved in the fun.
The pools are fab - a 50 metre pool on holiday! Even when it was busy it didn't feel busy. Plenty of sunbeds available around the pools or on the peaceful sun terrace.
Theres not a lot to walk to nearby and the local beaches are taken up by sunbeds from the bars, but we'd recommend a walk into Koutouloufari for a look round the shops or a drink in the evening."
What are some accommodation options with pools in Athanatoi?
Creta Maris Resort - All Inclusive: Property, 8-minute walk from Port of Hersonissos. Features 15 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and free water park access. Village Heights Resort: Aparthotel located near Port of Hersonissos. Offers 4 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and 3 restaurants. Galaxy Hotel Iraklio: Hotel located near Heraklion Port. Provides 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool and 2 bars. Mitsis Rinela: Features 2 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and a private beach. Peninsula Resort & Spa - All Inclusive: Offers a children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool and a private beach.
What is there to see and do in Athanatoi?
Explore places such as Heraklion Port while you're in the area. Make a point to visit attractions such as Ammoudara Beach and Agia Pelagia Beach.
When is the best time to book a hotel with a pool in Athanatoi?
You may want to consider a place to stay that offers an outdoor pool if you'll be visiting Athanatoi in the warmest months of July, August or June, when the average temp is 25°C. Accommodation with an indoor pool may be the way to go if you visit during the coldest months of January, February or March, when the average temp is 13°C.