Amirandes Grecotel Boutique ResortvsPilot Beach Resort
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Amirandes, Grecotel Exclusive Resort scores slightly better than Pilot Beach Resort. Amirandes, Grecotel Exclusive Resort is ranked #10 in Crete with recommendations from 4 publications like Jetsetter, Mr & Mrs Smith and Condé Nast Traveler.
Amirandes Grecotel Boutique Resort
Gouves, Crete 71202, Greece
From $244/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler
"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
The Telegraph
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
Jetsetter
"A romantic escape to the serene shores of Crete, with breakfast, dinner, treats for kids and other extras." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"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
Oyster
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
Pilot Beach Resort
Georgioupolis, Georgioupolis, Crete 73007, Greece
From $130/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Oyster
Upscale
"The 450-room, upscale Pilot Beach Resort has facilities to suit every taste, though it's geared toward vacationing families." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This comfortable, rather than luxurious, five-star spa resort with it’s own strip of sandy beach mainly attracts young families." Full review