Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Chersonissos

Albatros Spa & Resort *****
Tour operator category

HER316
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Highlights

  • 5-star hotel located directly on the beach, approx. 30 m from Sandy Beach.
  • Hersonissos town center reachable within a 5-minute walk.
  • Euphoria Spa featuring sauna, steam bath, and whirlpool.
  • Two freshwater pools with integrated children's section in the outdoor area.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi available throughout the entire hotel.

Location

Located directly on the beach, just approx. 30 m from the sandy/pebble Sandy Beach, and yet only a 5-minute walk from the lively center of Hersonissos, you will find this modern 5-star wellness hotel. The hotel's location offers the perfect starting point for exploring the picturesque landscape.
For adventure seekers and nature lovers, the region offers a wealth of outdoor experiences, from scenic hiking trails to exciting water sports.
A bus stop is located just 350 m away. Heraklion Airport is 25 km away.
Modern hotel building with multiple balconies and a terrace featuring plants and seating areas.

Amenities

Modern hotel bar area with wooden tables, leather chairs, and illuminated shelves.
Modern dining area with wooden chairs, tables, and buffet station in a bright room.
Terrace with wooden tables and chairs next to a green area and white lanterns.
Dining area with yellow chairs and stove in modern hotel interior.
Bright dining area with wooden furniture, wall unit, and retro fridge in a modern hotel.
The family-run Hotel Albatros Spa & Resort features 206 comfortably furnished rooms spread across a main building and two annexes. It offers guests a cozy lobby with a 24-hour reception, lift, mini-market, the "Prova Wine Bar" featuring unique local grape varieties, and two restaurants. The main restaurant "Mediterraneo" and the à-la-carte restaurant "Daphne" (Cretan gourmet cuisine; for a fee) offer a mix of local and international dishes.
In the outdoor area, there are two freshwater pools with an integrated children's pool and the "Seaside Cocktail Bar" (11 am – midnight), which is the ideal place to enjoy the Greek sun, as well as a sun terrace with sun loungers and parasols. Sun loungers and parasols are available at the beach for a fee. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel complex free of charge.

Accommodation

Double Room Cozy

The Cozy double rooms are equipped with one double bed or two single beds and feature a flat-screen satellite TV, safe, mini-fridge, individually adjustable air conditioning, bathroom with shower (rain showerhead/handheld shower) /WC, toiletries, hairdryer, vanity mirror and slippers, as well as a furnished balcony or terrace (D).
Also available for single occupancy (DE) or with pool view (DP).

Modern hotel room with large bed, nightstand, lamp, and balcony overlooking outdoor area.
Bright hotel room with large bed, cushions, bedside table, and flower arrangement.
Bright hotel room with bed, sofa, table, chairs, and pool view.

Double Room Superior Pool View (bookable until Summer 2026)

The spacious Superior double rooms with pool view, renovated in summer 2025, are located in the annex building and are equipped with one double bed or two single beds. They feature a flat-screen satellite TV, safe, mini-fridge, individually adjustable air conditioning, bathroom with bathtub or shower/WC, toiletries, hairdryer, vanity mirror, bathrobes, and slippers, as well as a furnished balcony or terrace. A seating area is also provided (DSP/2DI).
Also available for single occupancy (DST, only with full board).

Double Room Deluxe (bookable from Summer 2027)

The spacious Deluxe double rooms are located in the annex building and are equipped with one double bed or two single beds. They feature a flat-screen satellite TV, safe, mini-fridge, Nespresso capsule machine, individually adjustable air conditioning, bathroom with shower (rain showerhead/handheld shower) /WC, toiletries, hairdryer, vanity mirror, bathrobes, and slippers, as well as a furnished balcony or terrace. A seating area is also provided (DD2).

Modern hotel room with double bed, two pillows, soft lighting, and decorated with plants.
Modern hotel room with double bed, cozy sofa, and wooden furniture.
Modern hotel bathroom with round illuminated mirror and sleek sink.
Modern hotel room with double bed, two pillows, soft lighting, and decorated with plants.
Modern hotel room with double bed, cozy sofa, and wooden furniture.
Modern hotel balcony with sunshade, glass railing, and access to bright interior.
A man and woman in swimwear relax in a hot tub on a terrace.

Double Room Deluxe Whirlpool (bookable from Summer 2027)

The Deluxe double rooms with whirlpool are located in the annex building and are equipped with one double bed or two single beds. They feature a flat-screen satellite TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, safe, mini-fridge, Nespresso capsule machine, individually adjustable air conditioning, bathroom with shower (rain showerhead/handheld shower) /WC, toiletries, hairdryer, vanity mirror, bathrobes, and slippers, as well as a furnished balcony or terrace with a whirlpool. A seating area is also provided (WD2).
The whirlpool is not monitored by a lifeguard. We request careful behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased risk for young children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children booked into these room types.

Double Room Deluxe Plunge Pool Sea View (bookable from Summer 2027)

The Deluxe double rooms with plunge pool are located in the annex building and are equipped with one double bed or two single beds. They feature a flat-screen satellite TV, safe, mini-fridge, Nespresso capsule machine, individually adjustable air conditioning, bathroom with shower (rain showerhead/handheld shower) /WC, toiletries, hairdryer, vanity mirror, bathrobes, and slippers, as well as a furnished balcony or terrace with a plunge pool and sea view. A seating area is also provided (ML2).
The plunge pool is not monitored by a lifeguard. We request careful behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased risk for young children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children booked into these room types.

Family Room

The family rooms feature a combined living/bedroom with two single beds, flat-screen satellite TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, safe, mini-fridge, Nespresso capsule machine, individually adjustable air conditioning, a separate bedroom with a double bed and flat-screen satellite TV, a bathroom with shower/WC, toiletries, hairdryer, vanity mirror, bathrobe/slippers, and a furnished balcony or terrace (DF2).

Modern hotel room with grey sofa, wood paneling, and side tables near window.
Modern bedroom with large bed, green pillows, and balcony overlooking the sea.

Meals

Half Board/Full Board

Rich breakfast buffet (7:30-10:00), lunch (12:30-2 pm) as an à la carte menu or in buffet form (at the chef's discretion), and dinner (6:30-9:30 pm) in the main restaurant "Mediterraneo" in buffet form with show cooking.
Guests booked on half board can choose between lunch and dinner.
Drinks are not included with lunch/dinner.
Special dietary requirements are available upon request.
Appropriate attire for dinner (smart casual) is required.

Bright buffet with various dishes in a modern hotel restaurant with stairs.

Sports included

Modern gym with exercise machines and bright wooden flooring in a hotel.
Fitness room (reservation required) and table tennis.

Sports for a fee

Billiards.
Water sports activities by local providers for a fee.
Bike rental, tennis, and horse riding nearby.

Wellness

"Euphoria Spa" with sauna, steam bath, and whirlpool, as well as a variety of beauty treatments and massage services such as facial treatments, spa packages, and a hair salon (treatments for a fee).
Woman relaxing in a lit sauna with wooden paneling and showers in a hotel area.
Two massage tables with beige covers in a tranquil, modern designed room.
Elegant spa area with two loungers, towels, and a hot tub under soft lighting.

Entertainment

The hotel offers an entertainment program consisting of Aqua Zumba, live music, DJ nights, and evening shows. A wine tasting and a Greek cooking class are offered once a week.

Hotel Services

Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel complex free of charge.
Parking in the underground garage is available upon request and subject to availability; for a fee.
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Pool towels are available against a deposit.
Daily room cleaning, towel change 3x weekly, and bed linen change 2-3x weekly.
Room service and laundry service for a fee.
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Baby cots and high chairs can be used free of charge upon request.
Baby monitors, bottle warmers, and strollers are available upon request, each for a fee.

Credit Cards

The hotel accepts Visa and MasterCard.

Hotelhinweis

Double Room Superior Pool View (DSP) for guests with reduced mobility are available upon request.
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No pets allowed.
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Check-in: from 2 pm.
Check-out: until 11 am.

Zusatzhinweis

Hotel contact:
Albatros Spa & Resort
Deadalou 1, 700 14 Hersonissos, Crete, Greece
Phone: +30 28970 22144
Email: info@albatros.gr
In the "Greece · Cyprus" catalog Summer 2026 on page 143.

Destination information

For stays from 1/1/2018, the Greek government levies a climate resilience fee, which must be paid by the guest on-site, similar to a tourist tax.
The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and is scaled from 0.50 euros to 15 euros per day and room from 1/1/2025.
For stays in the high season 1/4 - 31/10:
Local category 1-2 stars 2 euros
Local category 3 stars 5 euros
Local category 4 stars 10 euros
Local category 5 stars 15 euros
For stays in the low season 1/11 - 31/3:
Local category 1-2 stars 0.50 euros
Local category 3 stars 1.50 euros
Local category 4 stars 3 euros
Local category 5 stars 4 euros

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 19.08.2026 15:41