Alai Crete on Stalis' beach offers relaxation and activity. Start with a full breakfast, sip poolside cocktails, and dine at three international restaurants. Enjoy free WiFi, a nearby coffee shop, and windsurfing for a complete experience.
Located in Hersonissos, Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort is on the beach. Port of Hersonissos and Crete Golf Club are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stalis Beach and Malia Beach. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Star Beach Water Park and Aquaworld Aquarium. Looking to get your feet wet? Waterskiing, surfing lessons and swimming adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Stalida travel guide
86 St John Street, Stalis, Hersonissos, Crete Island, 70007
What's nearby
Stalis Beach
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Star Beach Water Park
4 min drive - 3.8 km
Malia Beach
6 min drive - 4.2 km
Port of Hersonissos
7 min drive - 6.9 km
Crete Golf Club
11 min drive - 11.4 km
Getting around
Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
25 min drive
Restaurants
Slainte Irish Pub
1 min walk
Nemo Beach Bar
3 min walk
chippy's
6 min walk
Lukas Beach
3 min walk
Nisaki Beach Cafe
3 min walk
About this property
Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort
Upscale family-friendly hotel renovated in 2024 and located near Stalis Beach
Located close to Star Beach Water Park and Malia Beach, Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort provides free full breakfast, a poolside bar and a terrace. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining and sunloungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, dinner, light fare and international cuisine. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities such as windsurfing. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
You'll also find perks such as:
2 outdoor pools, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Babysitting (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and beach towels
Wedding services, 1 meeting room and luggage storage
Room features
All 114 rooms feature comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Highchairs and childcare services
Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and daily housekeeping
Awards and affiliations
No Boutique Certification – This property has not received an official certification as a Boutique Hotel under the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel certification scheme.
Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
2 bars/lounges
3 restaurants
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Aphros Bar
Lyhnama
Rafaeti
Strata Kafe
The Sealai
Things to do
2 outdoor pools
Gym
Library
Playground
Windsurfing
Family friendly
2 outdoor pools
High chair
In-room babysitting
Laundry facilities
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Garden
On the bay
On the beach
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
4 floors
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Renovated entire property - June 2024
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Pillow menu
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 28 October and 31 March.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Late check-in fee
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Zephyros Beach Boutique Hotel Hersonissos
Zephyros Beach Boutique Hotel
Zephyros Beach Boutique Hersonissos
Zephyros Beach Boutique
Alai Crete
Zephyros Beach Boutique Hotel
Alai Crete a Tribute Portfolio Resort
Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort Hotel
Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort Hersonissos
Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort Hotel Hersonissos
Frequently asked questions
Does Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort have a pool?
Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort?
As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort on 1 Apr 2026 start from AU$338, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours, for a fee.
What time is check-out at Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort located?
Nestled on the beach, this Hersonissos hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Stalis Beach, Star Beach Water Park and Malia Beach. Palace of Malia and Aquaworld Aquarium are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Alai, Crete, a Tribute Portfolio Resort Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rooms we're newly renovated and clean.
The Location of the Hotel was good.
Pool and the beach next to the Hotel we're also good.
Breakfast can be improved by alot. We stayed for 6 nights but only Had breakfast for 2 times since we did not like it.
The staff in general is nice but they seem to not bother If their guests have to wait for drinks or food at their hotel bar and restaurants.
Their prices for drinks and food is nuts.
Half a liter of beer was 8€ while outside the hotel in the surrounding bars you only pay half the price.
The same applies for the food.
Side-Note: there is no parking available by the hotel
Great place to base from if you want to see the east side if the island. The staff is fantastic, they go out of their way to make your staff great. I am not one who enjoys eating at a buffet but the food at this buffet is really good. One of the better selections I've seen. Grab your plate and eat along side the sea or pool.
Excellent in all ways. 10 yards from beach. In the centre of Stalis. Two wonderful pools next to the beach. Only had breakfast each day. Plenty of choice and good quality. Staff all excellent especcially Parvu and Alexandra in restaurant. Very friendly and nothing was a problem. If in Stalis again will definitely return to Zephyros
Zephyros Beach Hotel is in a fabulous location. It's central and on the beach. Breakfast is lovely and the staff are all helpful.
I do have a number of criticisms:
firstly there is free WiFi only in the reception area. If you want WiFi in your room there was an extra 50 euro charge.
Secondly, tea and coffee are provided free of charge, however, only paper cups are provided and our supplies were only replaced once in 2 weeks!
Also, there are only a handful of coat hangers in the wardrobes.
The pool area is lovely but, unless you're an early riser you won't get a sunbed as guests 'reserve' them with towels.
My last, small criticism is that the shower/toilet doesn't have a glass or other type of container for toothbrushes etc.
Overall, a good experience but, this is an expensive hotel and is not worth over £100 per night.
Unser Aufenhatl im Alai Crete war hervorragend. Wir haben das Hotel bereits zum zweiten Mal besucht. Das Hotel wurde frisch renoviert und hat vor Kurzem wieder geöffnet. Die Zimmer sind alle neu, der Frühstücksbereich und die Pool Area, sowie die Hotel Lobby wurde alles renoviert. Es sieht sehr hochwertig und elegant aus. Das Personal war super freundlich, wir bedanken uns bei allen für ihren einzigartigen Service. Der Strand war wunderschön, feiner Sand, bequeme Sonnenliegen aus Holz, alles im Boho Stil. Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen und wir kommen gerne wieder!
Wir waren im Neubau des Hotels welches wirklich sehr schön war. Die Zimmer waren hell und sauber. Sehr bewundernswert war, dass das Airconditioning immer automatisch ausging sobald man das Fenster öffnete. Mit dem Frühstück waren wir leider etwas enttäuscht. Das Brot war hart und nicht frisch und man kriegte nur einen Filter Kaffee… Für den Preis den wir bezahlt hatten hätten wir eine grössere Auswahl an Kaffee erwartet. Zusätzlich war ab 10 Uhr in der früh das Buffet auch schon wieder zu was in den Ferien für uns viel zu früh war.
Hôtel très bien situé et propre sur la plupart des sites. Petit bémol sur le Wi-Fi payant pour les chambres. C'est une mode qui devrait doucement disparaître du monde hôtelier (c'est mon avis).
Transats (sunbed) payant sur la plage à côté, pas trop dérangeant pour un petit séjour mais pour un sejour longue durée c'est moins agréables. Bon prestation en général mais quelques petites mauvaises surprise malheureusement.
Das erste angebotene zimmer entsprach nicht den
Reservierungskritterien. Mir Wurde aber umgehend und
verständnisvoll ein anderes Zimmer zugewiesen.
Tolles Zimmer und ich werde dieses Hotel wieder buchen
und werde es auch weiter empfehlen.
josef
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2021
8/10 Good
Charles
20 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Un hôtel **** qui peut mieux faire
Douche : débit fable
WC : inconfortable
2 mini savons pour 4 jours ( hôtel 4*)
Draps courts
Lits joints inconfortables
Personnel réception compétent
Fantastic hotel, fantastic location. Right on the beach. Prices were expensive compared to other nearby venues. A couple of beach bars just down from the hotel allowed you to use sun beds on the beach for free, if you were having a drink. To use the ones at the hotel was 10 euros. The breakfast was good but got a bit repetitive, but I suspect that was due to Covid precautions. The staff were all excellent with special mentions to the restaurant and cleaning staff. The room was cleaned daily and the cleaner never disturbed us. Great sea views and nice pool area, there are signs up telling people that they can’t reserve sun beds with towels, or they would be removed, this was never enforced. A bit of a bugbear of mine, either allow it or don’t allow it, but it’s not enough to spoil the holiday. A few external light bulbs needed replacing but again, a minute detail that is difficult to really criticise, but this is a honest appraisal, so couldn’t give an excellent for condition. If you’re thinking of booking, do it, you won’t be disappointed.
There weren't loads of other English people there but everyone (guests and staff) were really friendly and could speak good English, so don’t let that put you Brits off.
Hotel na plazi s bazenem, kde hned za hotelem je spousta restauraci, kavaren, zmrzlin a pod.
Meli jsme pokoj s vyhkedem na more, tj. Bocni pohled, ktery je rusen hudbou a hlukem z restaurace.
Rozumna snidane s ochotnym personalem.
Sluby na recepci vzdy dodrzeny, pouze cas odjezdu je realne 11 a ne 12, jak je inzerovano na hotels.com
Situation très agréable en bordure de mer. Personnel souriant, chambre confortable.
Hervé
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
13 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Endroit sympa pour un séjour en famille
Hôtel convenable , personnel accueillant et serviable mais les équipements sont vieillissants. Les piscines sont très bien et l’accès direct sur la plage privée est appréciable. Les suites sont spacieuses.
Tout était supplément. 30.- de plus pour le coffre dans la chambre. Wifi payante sur la terrasse. Tous les moyens pour extorquer de l’argent aux clients. Nous sommes très déçus. De notre hôtel. Vue sur parking, au lieu du jardin…
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Raymond
28 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stalidas a nice place for an enjoyable holiday
Very friendly staff and all service providers in the area. Most helpful. Food is is good and very reasonably priced. Alcohol was a bit on the expensive side compared to my country ( Malta ). The beach is nice but seems to have nortwesterly winds and make it a bit too wavy and not good to have a good swim. Also residents still have to pay for deck chairs on the beach which i never encountered when staying in hotels in other countries.
We had an excellent time at Zephyros Hotel! The staff were helpful, friendly and kind; the location was great and the proximity to the beach was superb! We had Half-board (breakfast and dinner) and the menu varied every day with lots of options (veg/non-veg).
We booked Room Breakfast.
The staf was very friendly and helpful
The rooms and area where pretty clean. Beds where good and even after 2 weeks no complaints.
Swimming pool is nice with a lot of free sunbeds.
Sunbeds at the beach are charged
Only at breakfast which was very complete the taste was sometime a bit below par.
White beans in tomato sauce was like soup.
Lots of oil n fried eggs etc.
We did not have dinner
But apart from that this was a nice hote that I can recommend.
Direkter Zugang zum Strand. Liegt direkt an der Flaniermeile von Stalida, also nach dem Essen noch auf den Wackel gehen, kein Problem. Schade, dass es auf den Zimmern kein WLAN gratis gibt. Der gratis O-Saft zum Frühstück ist keine Werbung für Kreta.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
26 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Es hatte keine Zahnbürstenbecher im Zimmer. Kein Föhn. Zuviele Urlauber man musste fürs Essen anstehen am Abend. Sonst war alles in Ordnung