Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Agios Nikolaos

Minos Beach Art Hotel *****

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Location

The luxurious Minos Beach Art Hotel is located in a quiet setting, directly on the sea, offering a fantastic view of Mirabello Bay. The charming town center of the former fishing village of Agios Nikolaos, with its shops and entertainment, is only approx. 2 km away. Heraklion Airport is about 65 km away.
Aerial view of a green peninsula with white houses surrounded by clear turquoise water.
Aerial view of a small sandy beach beside clear blue water and greenery near buildings.
Aerial view of a small island resort with villas, greenery, and turquoise surrounding sea.
Beach with lounge chairs, a straw umbrella, and calm sea with distant islands.
Vacation spot with thatched umbrellas surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.
Calm beach scene with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and sunset light through trees near the water.
View through an archway at a tranquil sunset over calm water and distant mountains.

Facilities

Modern hotel lobby with textured wall art and beige stone bench illuminated by sunlight.
Spacious hotel lobby with modern green sofas, stone wall decorations, and large glass doors.
Modern hotel lounge with wooden furniture, concrete wall, and minimalist decor in warm tones.
Outdoor dining area with wooden table, black chairs, and waterfront view with white buildings.
Woman relaxing on a fringed hammock on a sandy beach near green trees.
White arches with pink flowers over a walkway beside green bushes and a red sculpture.
Outdoor dining table with plates of food, wine glasses, and greenery in the background.
Outdoor restaurant with wooden tables and arched wall openings overlooking greenery.
The Minos Beach Art Hotel is a member of bluegr Hotels & Resorts and features 110 rooms and bungalows, as well as 15 villas and bungalows with private pools. The amenities of this luxurious resort include a 24-hour reception, a small library, Wi-Fi (included in public areas), a boutique, the main restaurant and 3 à la carte restaurants (some with panoramic terrace/at a charge), a Kafenion, a tastefully decorated lounge bar, and the Dionysos Cocktail Bar. The beautifully landscaped gardens house the swimming pool with high-quality sun loungers, cushions, and umbrellas (included), as well as the Ibiscus Pool Bar. Sun loungers, umbrellas, and bath towels are also included at the hotel's two private beach sections.

Accommodation

Double Room Main Building Sea View

The spacious rooms are located in the main building and feature a bath/WC, hairdryer, Wi-Fi, bath towels, bathrobes, and slippers, air conditioning, LCD TV with music channels, minibar, coffee/tea maker, safe, and a furnished balcony or terrace with sea view (DM).

Couple relaxing on lounge chairs under umbrella by clear ocean on stone platform.
A cozy balcony with wooden chairs and table overlooking a garden and distant hills under a white arch.
Balcony with wooden table and chairs overlooking trees and distant hills under a bright sky.
Modern hotel bathroom with double sink, towels on shelves, and hanging bathrobes.
Modern hotel room with large bed, dark bedspread, bedside tables, and a decorative ladder.
Modern hotel room with beige sofa, round coffee table, and large window opening to greenery.
Modern bedroom with arched ceiling, neutral tones, ceiling fan, and soft lighting.
White building with arches partially covered by green ivy under cloudy sky.

Suite Nature Main Building

The suites, with their modern design, are located in the main building. With the same amenities as the double rooms, they consist of a combined living/sleeping area with an open dressing area and feature a bathroom with a walk-in shower and WC, and a veranda or balcony (S2).

Bungalow Seafront

The equally modern Seafront Bungalows are located in the second row from the sea and, with the same amenities as the double rooms with sea view, feature a bathroom with a walk-in shower and WC, and a large terrace with sea view (WF2).

Outdoor seating area with round table and chairs overlooking green plants and blue sea.
Modern hotel lounge with sofa, TV, pendant lights, and cozy rug in neutral tones.
Modern hotel bathroom with dual sinks, wall-mounted faucets, large mirror, and decorative plants.
Cozy bedroom with gray bedding, striped pillow, and an adjacent walk-in closet with hanging clothes.
Cozy white villa by water with palm trees and lounge chairs on a sunny day.
Modern bed with black and gray pillows, dark blanket, and hanging lights on each side.
Modern bathroom with dual sinks, wall-mounted faucets, large mirror, and decorative plants.
Cozy terrace with table, chairs, and sea view with beach umbrella and mountains.

Bungalow Waterfront

The equally modern Waterfront Bungalows are located directly on the sea and, with the same amenities as the double rooms with sea view, additionally feature a veranda with sun loungers and an umbrella (BW2).

Bungalow Superior Nature

The spacious bungalows feature a bath with walk-in shower and WC, Wi-Fi, bath towels, bathrobes, slippers, air conditioning, LCD TV with music channels, minibar, coffee/tea maker, safe, and garden view (B2A).

Minimalist bedroom with white bed, black pillows, wooden floor, and hanging pendant lights.
Modern living room with beige sofa, patterned pillow, two black cushions, and wooden side tables.
Modern bathroom with double sinks, towels, basket, and glass shower door.
Path leads past lush green bushes and trees beside a white building under a clear sky.
Curved white walls and trees create a serene courtyard with warm sunlight and shadows.
Cozy white bungalow surrounded by greenery and shaded by trees during golden hour.
Quiet outdoor seating area at a hotel shaded by trees with chairs and a pouf.

Bungalow Superior Nature priv. garden

With the same amenities as the Bungalow Superior Nature, these feature a lovely private garden (2BU).

Bungalow Superior Beachfront

With the same amenities as the Bungalow Superior, these rooms are located just a few meters from the beach (X2B).

Cozy bedroom with a dark bedspread, striped pillows, small window, and hanging pendant lights.
Cozy living room with neutral tones, round rug, wooden furniture, and sliding door leading to outdoor patio.
Cozy outdoor seating with table and chairs by a white wall overlooking palm trees and the sea.
Outdoor lounge area with two bean bags and a small table with two chairs in natural light.
Coastal house surrounded by greenery, rocky shore, and clear blue water with a concrete pier.
Modern bathroom with two black sinks, wooden countertop, and large wall mirror.
Cozy balcony with chair overlooking green garden and blue sea under clear sky.

Bungalow Superior Seafront

With the same amenities as the Bungalow Superior, these feature a veranda with sea view and are located in the second row from the sea (R2L).

Bungalow Superior Waterfront

With the same amenities as the Bungalow Superior, these feature reserved sun loungers and an umbrella (2BW).

Cozy hotel room with a large bed, dark gray blanket, two black pillows, and linen curtains.
Beach umbrella beside white modern architecture overlooking the sea.
Couple relaxing on lounge chairs under umbrella by clear ocean on stone platform.

Meals

Breakfast/Half Board

Breakfast and dinner served buffet-style, featuring excellent Greek and Cretan cuisine.
Appropriate attire is requested for dinner.

Sports included

Tennis and fitness room.

Sports for a fee

Water skiing, sailing, diving, canoes, pedal boats, and snorkeling. Water sports center with Scuba Diving and PADI diving courses with qualified instructors (all equipment available for rent). Sailing yacht available for half-day or full-day rental.

Children's program

Baby cots free of charge, babysitting on request (for a fee).

Wellness

Cozy spa room with lit candles and towel on a bench, warm wooden sliding doors.
"Anannea" Wellness by "Aegeon Spa" with sauna.
In a charming waterfront setting, Minos Beach invites its guests into the mythical world of the spa, where your senses will be liberated to connect with the elements of nature. You will be invited to regenerate your mind, body, and soul, surrendering to the soothing sensation of luxurious pampering.

Hotel service

Room service (7:00 AM - 10:30 PM, light snacks, for a fee), laundry service, doctor on call, hairdresser on request (for a fee).

Hotel features

  • Diving
  • Tennis
  • Sauna
  • Luxury travelers
  • Fitness
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Massages
  • Spa
  • Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Bicycle rental
  • Sandy beach
  • Direct beach location
  • Extended hygiene concept

Sustainability

Reisen mit Zukunft provides guidance for making conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices that actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and the cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Green Key

Note

At the beginning and end of the season, there may be limitations in facilities or services.
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Five rooms accessible for disabled guests on request.
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Small dogs up to 5 kg are allowed on request in the bungalows, but not in the restaurants, public areas, or on the beach.
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Hotel Contact:
Minos Beach Art Hotel
Phone: 0030-28410-22345
Fax: 0030-28410-22584
Email: info-minos@bluegr.com

Note for climate resilience levy

For stays from 01.01.2018 onwards, the Greek government levies a climate resilience fee, which is to be paid by the guest on-site, similar to a tourist tax. The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and will be tiered from 0.50 Euros to 15 Euros per day per room starting from 01.01.2025.
For stays during high season 01.04.-31.10.
Land Category 1-2 Stars 2 Euros
Land Category 3 Stars 5 Euros
Land Category 4 Stars 10 Euros
Land Category 5 Stars 15 Euros
For stays during low season 01.11.-31.03.
Land Category 1-2 Stars 0.50 Euros
Land Category 3 Stars 1.50 Euros
Land Category 4 Stars 3 Euros
Land Category 5 Stars 4 Euros

Country category

5 Sterne