King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Luxury hotel near Port of Hersonissos

Located close to Aquaworld Aquarium and Acqua Plus Water Park, King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a garden. Take some time to relax at the on-site spa. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small seating area, and a television.

Classic Room Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a balcony with a chair.

Classic Room Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a built-in wardrobe.

Classic Double Sea View Outdoor Hot Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A view from a balcony overlooking a swimming pool and the sea.

Classic Room Sea View Private Pool

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a courtyard.

Classic Double Garden View Outdoor Hot Tub

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A modern hotel with a rooftop pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea.

Classic Room Garden View Private Pool

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV. The room has a balcony with a view of palm trees and mountains.

Family Room, Garden View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a stone wall.

Family Room Garden View Private Pool

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

Petit Suites Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the mountains.

Petite Suite Sea View Outdoor Hot Tub

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A pool area with lounge chairs and a table, surrounded by stone walls and wooden fencing.

Petit Suites Sea View Private Pool

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass wall with a view, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

Serenity Suite Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

Signature Suite Sea View Hot Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A poolside area with lounge chairs, a stone wall, and a view of the ocean.

Sanctuary Suites Sea View Private Pool

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small seating area, and a television.

Classic Room for Single Use

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV. There is a sliding door leading to a balcony.

Garden Oasis Suite Private Pool

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the night sky.

Classic Room Garden View Sharing Pool

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located in Hersonissos, King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa is near the beach. Port of Hersonissos and Crete Golf Club are worth exploring if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Aquaworld Aquarium and Acqua Plus Water Park. Star Beach Water Park and Watercity Waterpark are not to be missed. Visit our Hersonissos travel guide
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Adamaki Str, Limenas Chersonisou, Hersonissos, Heraklion, 700 14

What's nearby

  • An iguana with a cucumber slice in its mouth, surrounded by lettuce and carrots on a yellow plate.
    Aquaworld Aquarium
    4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Acqua Plus Water Park
    4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Crete Golf Club
    4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Convention Centre Creta Maris
    4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Star Beach Water Park
    5 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • m2
    2 min drive
  • Το Στέκι του Κανονα
    1 min walk
  • Deseo Cafe
    5 min drive
  • Ta Petrina
    1 min walk
  • Patrico Restaurant
    3 min drive

About this property

King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa

  • Luxury hotel near Port of Hersonissos
  • Located close to Aquaworld Aquarium and Acqua Plus Water Park, King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a garden. Take some time to relax at the on-site spa. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and smoke-free property
    • A lift and a front desk safe
  • Room features
  • All 140 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches such as safes and sound-insulated walls.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers and heating

All-inclusive details

  • All-inclusive room rates at King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

Does King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Are there all-inclusive benefits at King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa located?

Situated near the beach, this luxury hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Aquaworld Aquarium, Acqua Plus Water Park and Port of Hersonissos. Crete Golf Club and Star Beach Water Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

King Minos Retreat Resort & Spa Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While the pool was beautiful and the buffets always had something special, it was the staff that made the stay special. Lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was really nice, the staff were friendly and helpful, made the stay very pleasant, the rooms were amazing. The sea view. I would definitely come here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and staff were so amazing. They handled everything with professionalism and kindness. They did an outstanding job in making our stay worthwhile.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From the moment we checked in to the minute we checked out - it was fanatastic
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing peaceful stay and lovely staff…close to places to rent cars and bikes etc and a short 10min walk to a whole strip of places to eat and smaller shops.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved this property, decided to pick this hotel for my solo trip and it was amazing. I felt safe and the room and pool area was beautiful. Also the staff are all very lovely
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was beautiful! Loved the hot tub in room but it could be hotter!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a really enjoyable week at this hotel. The rooms and facilities were very clean, and the staff were consistently friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The all-inclusive option was great value, and overall we had a relaxing and positive experience. The only small downside was that the buffet options for breakfast, lunch and dinner became a little repetitive over the week, although the food itself was of good quality and nicely presented. Overall, we would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really kind,friendly and helpful. The area is also really quiet and calm. Also the massage and the spa treatment was awesome. I really recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are supper friendly we had such a lovely time. It was my husbands birthday and they even sent a cake to the room as a surprise and the cake was so nice. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay in this hotel, which has been completely renovated. The staff is very welcoming and attentive. The food served is of good quality and varied, and they also have several vegan options at breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
King Minos is a beautiful resort. We have just returned from our 2nd visit in 12 months and it is our favourite place to spend our holidays. The resort is stunning and the perfect place to have a relaxing holiday but close enough to the town to explore if you feel the need to. However, for us the staff at King Minos are what makes it exceptional. Nothing is ever too much, they make you feel so welcome and have always taken such good care of us, going above and beyond what would ever be expected of them. They are what makes this resort 5 stars and makes us want to keep going back.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and well presented. Staff are friendly and I would definitely go again and recommend to friends
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and attentive in particular the bar staff in both the evening at morning. All went above and beyond to make sure everyone was served and having a great time. Abdul asahe and gobi were excellent in the dinning area and were ao warm and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was lovely and tastefully decorated. There was however an awful drainage smell as you entered the room. This was raised with the hotel who seemed to just mask it with an air freshener. The hot tub was huge but uncomfortable as didn't have usual moulded seats in it and few bubbles. It was also quite dirty and the wood around it warped and worn so in need of some renovation. Food was delicious, staff ok although not as attentive as other hotels we've stayed at so was waiting a while to order drinks as couldn't help yourself despite all inclusive. Pool area was lovely although usual people reserving beds for hours these should be removed if no return after an hour). Short walk to beach and yes you do need to duck your head to walk under road to access it but not bad. Husband is 5'9" and this wasn't a problem. Despite some issues we enjoyed our stay and found it very relaxing which is what we wanted.
Lovely fire pit of an evening
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel itself is modern and clean, and the overall vibe is more for younger guests, mostly in their 20s and 30s. Unfortunately, the experience didn’t meet expectations for a supposed 5-star stay. The All-Inclusive package was quite limited — after midnight, nothing was included, and even during the day, only one drink per person was allowed per visit to the bar, which felt restrictive. On top of that, several basic cocktails weren’t included, despite being made with the same ingredients as the ones that were. The food also wasn’t up to the standard you'd expect from a 5-star hotel — both in terms of variety and quality. We also weren’t able to book the à la carte restaurant, even though it was visibly empty when we asked. Staff were okay, but the overall service and offering didn’t justify the price or the rating.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
My room was smaller than the pictures on Expedia but fine for just me but would have been small if i was with another person. Cleaned daily and the facilities were good. The shower was lovely and the bed was comfortable. It would have been nice to have a bath and a larger room despite being a solo traveller. I saw the hotel was largely empty, i think they could have accomodated a free upgrade considering the rooms i saw empty on my floor and others. Staff were hit and miss. Pool staff were a tad dismissive of me (which i had to raise, only to be told they had problems with solo female travellers in the past) but restaurant staff, reception were very accommodating and pleasant. Lack of food choices (apparently this was down to it being end of season) A La Carte wasnt great. Drinks were nice but no afternoon snack bar food (only rolls and yogurts from a fridge outside. This is more a 4 star at a push, if i had to go again, i would book room only and eat out. The pool was freezing, i didnt go in once in 7 days and only used the indoor one. Spa was incredible and worth every penny. All in all i think i could have had a better stay elsewhere for hwat i spent i expected better and was disaapointed but loved Crete on the whole.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Aesthetically pleasing but nothing more

We stayed for 5 nights in July in a double room with private hot tub sea view. To start with the pro’s - the aesthetics and views of the hotel is amazing. The rooms are fantastic, the balcony and the hot tub itself is a very decent size. Purely on aesthetics, you can’t fault the hotel at all. However that seems to be the only selling point. The food and drinks were awful and really let the hotel down. The drinks were very inconsistent - in the dinner buffet you could have cocktails on the all inclusive, and these were often decent. However when you go to the pool bar for drinks after dinner, they were awful. The service is slow, they appear very understaffed. They seemed to be big on table service but would never come over. Wouldn’t mind going to the bar to grab the drink myself - but when you do they then tell you to sit down and they’ll bring it over, adding to the wait. Buffet food was quite limited and was awful. Nice view whilst eating. Basic bits were okay. We booked the A La Carte restaurant for our final night and was looking forward to not having the buffet food again, however after visiting the A La Carte we wish we had the buffet. The A La Carte was worse. Very limited choice, tiny portions, taste wise very basic/not nice at all. We aren’t fussy eaters yet we were very dissapointed and still hungry after. A lot of the food is frozen and just reheated - it states this on their menu, so the majority aren’t even cooked fresh - not good for an A La Carte treat?!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Had an amazing time. I came solo and felt safe the entire trip. Bar staff were very nice and drinks were 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place...staff is very co-operative they do there bes to accomodate your needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top nice hotel with ordinary food standard

Very nice hotel. The hotel and surroundings were top class. The food, both breakfast and dinner buffet were not the same very high level - just ordinary
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Service war top
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

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we paid half board which included breakfast and dinner, however, we were charged anytime we wanted water. I feel as though drinks shoukd be inclued in those 2 meals.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024