Atlantis Beach Hotel - Crete, Greece

Package price from, per person sharing

7 nights - R32,130

Crete suits travellers who want to combine relaxed beach days with time exploring a historic coastal town. This Greece holiday package can include return flights from South Africa, selected transfers and meals according to the option booked, creating a practical base for couples and families who prefer both seaside downtime and independent sightseeing.

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Property Overview

Atlantis Beach Hotel & Spa is a five-star property set beside the sandy beach of Rethymno, approximately 1.5 kilometres from the Old Town and Venetian harbour. The hotel occupies landscaped grounds and is arranged across a main building and six smaller accommodation buildings surrounding the pool and gardens.

Its 108 rooms include options for couples, solo travellers and families. Facilities centre around a 170 sqm freshwater swimming pool, a separate children’s pool, two restaurants, a spa and several bar areas serving the pool and beach.

The location makes it possible to spend the day beside the sea while remaining within walking distance of Rethymno’s restaurants, shops and historic quarter. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, guest rooms and beach area.

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How far is the nearest beach?

The hotel is positioned directly beside Rethymno’s sandy beach, with the shoreline located just across the seafront road. A reserved beach area with sun loungers and parasols is available for hotel guests.

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Distance from Airport

Chania International Airport is approximately 67 kilometres from the hotel, while Heraklion International Airport is around 80 kilometres away. The journey from either airport generally takes about one hour to one hour and 30 minutes, depending on traffic and the transfer route.

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Rooms

Atlantis Beach Hotel & Spa has 108 air-conditioned rooms distributed across seven buildings. Accommodation ranges from single and double rooms to family rooms and executive suites, with garden, pool or sea views available according to category.

Rooms include a furnished balcony or terrace, complimentary Wi-Fi, satellite television, a refrigerator, a safe and a hairdryer. Family accommodation can sleep up to four guests, while triple-glazed windows help reduce outside noise.

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Food & Drink

KNOSSOS RESTAURANT
Knossos is the hotel’s main restaurant, serving buffet-style Greek, Cretan and international dishes. Meals can be taken indoors or outside, depending on the season and service period.

CAPTAIN’S HOUSE
Captain’s House is the à la carte restaurant, offering Greek and Mediterranean dishes in a setting close to the seafront.

The central bar serves refreshments in the main hotel area and also provides beach service. A separate pool bar offers drinks and light options beside the swimming pool.

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Experiences & Activities

Guests can divide their time between the beach, swimming pools and the nearby Old Town of Rethymno, located approximately 1.5 kilometres away. The Venetian harbour and Fortezza are among the principal historic sites within the town.

External activities such as watersports, horse riding, walking tours and quad excursions can be arranged locally. The hotel itself also provides table tennis, a games room, a children’s playground and occasional evening entertainment.

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SPA & Wellness

Atlantis Beach Spa offers facial treatments, body scrubs, wraps, aromatherapy and a range of massages. Hairdressing and nail services can also be arranged on request.

Wellness facilities include a Jacuzzi, sauna and steam bath, together with a compact fitness area. Treatments should be reserved in advance, particularly during busier periods.