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Amirandes Grecotel Boutique ResortvsMinoa Palace Resort & Spa
Both hotels are praised by expert writers. Overall, Amirandes, Grecotel Exclusive Resort scores slightly better than Minoa Palace Resort. Amirandes, Grecotel Exclusive Resort comes in at #10 in Crete with endorsements from 4 sources like Mr & Mrs Smith, The Telegraph and Jetsetter.
Amirandes Grecotel Boutique Resort
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Mr & Mrs Smith
Oyster
Gouves, Crete 71202, Greece
From $244/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
"With a palm-fringed artificial lagoon as its centerpiece, this 212-room beach hotel, a dozen miles east of Heraklion on the former site of the Club Creta Sun, makes a dazzling first impression." Full review
8.0
"Built around a vast lagoon that prettily mirrors the resort’s lights at night, this elegant property has several classy restaurants, an Olympic sized pool, sandy beach and a spa." Full review
"A romantic escape to the serene shores of Crete, with breakfast, dinner, treats for kids and other extras." Full review
"Lagoon-toting Amirandes hotel in Crete is a palatial child-friendly paradise, with sea-facing suites, a tempting choice of restaurants and an ayurvedic spa." Full review
Luxury
"Grand elegance, high end luxury, and impeccable service are the defining characteristics of Amirandes, Grechotel Exclusive Resort -- a family-friendly beachfront property." Full review
Minoa Palace Resort & Spa
The Telegraph
Platanias, Chania, Platanias, Crete 73014, Greece
From $118/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
7.0
"The best Greek buffet breakfast in the Aegean is served up at this five-star beachside spa resort in Crete, with more than half a dozen restaurants and four large pools." Full review
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Choose between mountain or sea views — and don’t miss out on the luxurious basement spa.