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Minoa Palace Resort

5.0 star property
Upscale beachfront hotel connected to the convention center with 4 outdoor pools

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Sundeck
Imperial Double Side Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Imperial Double Private Pool | View from room
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Imperial Double Waterfront | Living area | LCD TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Palea Ethniki Odos Kissamou Chanion, Agias Marinas, Platanias, Crete Island, 730 14
  • Platanias Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Platanias Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • War Shelter of Platanias
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Bungalow Suite Private Pool | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bungalow Suite Private Pool

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Imperial 2 Bedroom Suite Waterfront | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Imperial 2 Bedroom Suite Waterfront

  • 1130 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bungalow Double

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Imperial Double Waterfront | Living area | LCD TV

Imperial Double Waterfront

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Executive Suite | Living area | LCD TV

Executive Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Bungalow Family Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bungalow Family Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Imperial Suite Private Pool Waterfront

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Imperial Double Private Pool Waterfront | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Imperial Double Private Pool Waterfront

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Imperial Double | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Imperial Double

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Pool View

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Imperial Double Side Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Imperial Double Side Sea View

  • 344 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Bungalow Double Private Pool | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bungalow Double Private Pool

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Inland View

  • 291 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Imperial Double Private Pool

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Imperial Double Private Pool

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Platanias

Beachfront retreat .Your stay at this Platanias hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Platanias Beach and Golfland. Platanias Square and OLEA Shopping Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Platanias Beach - 3 min walk
  • Platanias Square - 12 min walk
  • Agia Marina Beach - 6 min drive
  • Old Venetian Harbor - 14 min drive
  • Nea Chora Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Χάλαρο - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Τσιγκέλια - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cool Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Μαντείο - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Crazy Taste - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Minoa Palace Resort

Upscale beachfront hotel connected to the convention center with 4 outdoor pools
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. At Minoa Palace Resort you can cool off in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is available daily. There are 4 restaurants and 4 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 poolside bars, a beach bar, and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This luxury hotel also offers a children's pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a spa tub. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Platanias hotel is smoke free.

  • 254 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 4 dining venues
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 4 coffee shops
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2002
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Swim-up bar
Minoa Palace Resort offers 254 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. This Platanias hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include hot stone massages, facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Italian

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 4 coffee shops/cafes
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Tennis lessons
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might 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 - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 1042Κ015A0010001

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Minoa Palace
Minoa Palace Platanias
Minoa Palace Resort
Minoa Palace Resort Platanias
Minoa Resort
Minoa Palace Hotel Platanias
Minoa Palace Resort & Spa Platanias, Crete - Chania
Minoa Palace Resort And Spa
Minoa Palace Resort Spa
Minoa Palace Resort Hotel
Minoa Palace Resort Platanias
Minoa Palace Resort Hotel Platanias

Frequently asked questions

How close is Minoa Palace Resort to the airport?

Minoa Palace Resort is 20.8 mi (38-min drive) away from the Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Minoa Palace Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Minoa Palace Resort.

How close is Minoa Palace Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Minoa Palace Resort offer free breakfast?

Minoa Palace Resort offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Minoa Palace Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Minoa Palace Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Minoa Palace Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Minoa Palace Resort have a pool?

Minoa Palace Resort features 4 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a children's pool.

Does Minoa Palace Resort have a restaurant?

There are 4 onsite restaurants, offering options like Italian cuisine, a poolside location, and pool views.

Does Minoa Palace Resort have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body treatments, hot stone massages, and facials.

How close is Minoa Palace Resort to downtown Platanias?

Minoa Palace Resort is 0.6 mi away from Platanias Town.

Minoa Palace Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 283 out of 384 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 384 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 384 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 384 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 384 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel in Plantanias. The staff are super friendly and helpful. The hotel is always clean, accessible and full of character. Breakfast was superb and the restaurant by the beach a lovely venue to eat it. An area I would suggest improving would be the menus of the restaurants to cater more for vegetarians and vegans but this is not a criticism.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were travelling with a 16month old so really liked the facilities for toddlers - the playground and two children’s pools as well as the cot that was provided. The staff were all very friendly and accommodating. The hotel is in a great location to get to the beach, and restaurants along the strip. The food was nice in the restaurants - although not too many choices for small children.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marie

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort and spa was lovely! The breakfast was terrific and the location was convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sharbel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool. Staff are efficient but not very friendly. Pools close very early at 5pm
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our time at Minoa Palace Resort. Immediately upon arrival we were greeted with bubbly and friendly staff. Upon check in we were escorted to our room where we were gifted a bottle of champagne and some chocolate covered strawberries to celebrate our honeymoon. The room was spacious and clean. The pools and beach access were excellent. To top it off, the complimentary breakfast was absolutely delicious. The spa facilities were also very nice. My husband and I both had wonderful massages. The resort is about a 20 minute drive to downtown Chania but there are plenty restaurants and activities to do near the resort. 10/10 would recommend this resort to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite our stay starting with a havoc caused by the fire on the neighboring farm (not the hotel's fault), it turned into a very pleasant experience with the hotel personnel at all levels trying hard to mitigate any negative experience we might have had, even without us asking. The room was cleaned from ash blown in by the wind from the fire immediately, and, as soon as it became possible, we were upgraded to a room with beach views and farther away from the fire affected area. Staff on the property all are extremely polite and accommodating. I highly recommend this place to anyone planning stay in this area. A lot of tours available in the area, amazing dining options, and very warm local people will add extra positive notes to your enjoyment of the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liliana Judith, Barcelona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful and the staff really nice and helpful. The food options were incredible. Everything was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Armine

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s nice hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sora, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the breakfast and dinner each night. Vasillis is the manager and was an amazing host! He greased us each day and made us feel like home.The rooms were clean and the hotel wa so close to the beach within walking distance to so many restaurants and shopping. The pools were fun and clean. I would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

The front desk staff were always willing to answer our numerous questions and listen to Canadian stories 😃
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jürgen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and competent staff, nice pool area, relaxed atmosphere, excellent location, spacy rooms with superb service, cultured hotel guests
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time at the resort, the grounds and staff were lovely. The food was especially delicious, five stars! A special thank you to the restaurant manager Vasilis who made us feel so welcomed every time we dined. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raynald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Great facilities and gorgeous resort. Excellent food and dinning options. Beach was well kept. From the moment we arrived the staff were very attentive and helpful. They handled our bags, had us in our room as an early checkin in a reasonable time. Made us feel welcome and gave us several perks for us to enjoy. Highly recommend this hotel if you like luxury and 5 star service
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KEISHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Perry

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an older hotel. Unless you pay for a beach front room this property is old. It is split into 2 hotels which are joined by a bridge that takes you across the street to the beach side where the rooms are slightly nicer. Not the cleanest hotel and staff not professional. Beach chairs are uncomfortable and chairs by the pool are all on grass. Not the type of hotel we thought we were getting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eilidh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Holiday!
Our stay was wonderful from start to finish. The staff were so attentive and provided impeccable service. Especially Zoi who we had both at breakfast and the Galazio where she introduced the food, outstanding. The facilities were brilliant from the beach, pool, spa, gym and use of the paddle court. Will definitely be coming back here at some point in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024