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Modern hotel complex with pools and sea view under clear blue sky.
Modern hotel room with large bed, dark stone wall, desk, and balcony with sea view.
Covered terrace with seating by the sea and ocean view under clear skies.
Modern hotel pool with lounge chairs and palm trees under a clear blue sky.
Modern hotel restaurant with wooden tables, mixed chairs, and large windows.
Modern hotel complex with three floors, pool, and terraces under sunny weather.
Sandy beach with rows of sun loungers and umbrellas under a clear blue sky.
Covered terrace with white chairs and a clear view of the sea under a blue sky.
Terrace with white tables and chairs in front of a multi-story hotel building under a blue sky.
Bright hotel room with double bed, desk, and balcony with view.
Bright hotel room with living area, sofa, desk, sea view, and adjoining bedroom.
Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Stalis

Cactus Bay ****
Tour operator category

HERD54
Unser Label "Reisen mit Zukunft" kennzeichnet Hotels, welche sich nach GSTC-Standard für eine nachhaltige Zukunft engagieren.
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Highlights

  • Adults-only resort for guests aged 14 and over.
  • Sandy beach located approx. 100 m away.
  • Direct sea access via a private swimming pier.
  • Includes use of all facilities at the Cactus Beach family hotel.
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel complex.

Location

The modern adults-friendly hotel complex is located in the popular resort of Stalis, with numerous shopping and entertainment options such as restaurants, tavernas, and bars in the immediate vicinity. It is approx. 100 m to the sandy beach, and the sea in front of the hotel can be accessed directly via a bathing pier. Heraklion Airport is approx. 32 km away. A bus stop can be reached after approx. 200 m.

Facilities

The small adults-only complex, which welcomes guests from the age of 14, consists of several buildings housing a total of 36 rooms. The reception area with a 24-hour front desk is located at the nearby sister hotel, Cactus Beach Family Hotel (approx. 250 m away). Amenities include Wi-Fi throughout the entire hotel complex (included), a swimming pool with a sun terrace, and a pool/snack bar with a view of the sea. Sun loungers and umbrellas are included at the pool and available for a fee at the sandy beach. All facilities at the main hotel, Cactus Beach, can also be used.
Covered terrace with white chairs and a clear view of the sea under a blue sky.
Terrace with white tables and chairs in front of a multi-story hotel building under a blue sky.

Accommodation

Modern hotel room with large bed, dark stone wall, desk, and balcony with sea view.

Double room

The Superior double rooms are modernly furnished and feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, flat-screen satellite TV, mini-fridge, individually adjustable air conditioning, safe, and a furnished balcony or terrace (D/DA). Also available for single use (DE).

Junior suite

The junior suites consist of a separate bedroom, a living/sleeping room with one or two sofa beds, a bathroom or shower/WC, and a furnished balcony or terrace. They are equipped with a hairdryer, flat-screen satellite TV, mini-fridge, individually adjustable air conditioning, and a safe (JS2/JS3).

Bright hotel room with double bed, desk, and balcony with view.
Bright hotel room with living area, sofa, desk, sea view, and adjoining bedroom.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast (7:30-10:00), lunch (12:30-14:00), and dinner (18:30-21:00) are offered (in a small selection) at Cactus Bay or in buffet form at the main hotel, Cactus Beach.
Snacks are available from 10:00-18:00, pastries and ice cream from 15:00-16:00.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available from 10:00-23:00 at the currently open bar.

Sports included

Darts, table tennis, and beach volleyball are available at the sister hotel, Cactus Beach (approx. 250 m away).

Sports for a fee

Mini-golf at Cactus Beach (approx. 250 m away).
Fitness room at the sister hotel, Cactus Royal.

Wellness

Fitness center at the sister hotel, Cactus Royal (approx. 250 m away, for a fee).

Entertainment

Entertainment program at the sister hotel, Cactus Beach.

Hotel services

Wi-Fi is included throughout the entire hotel complex.
Free parking is available at the hotel grounds, subject to availability.
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Daily room cleaning, change of towels every 2 days, change of bed linen every 3 days.

Sustainability

Our "Travel with a Future" label provides guidance for making conscious decisions. It identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable business practices and that actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards cover social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as established by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Green Key

Hotelhinweis

Bookable for summer 2026 under hotel code HER054.
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Adults-friendly complex, bookable for guests aged 14 and over.
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The hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
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Pets are not allowed.
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Check-in: 14:00.
Check-out: 11:00.
Check-in and check-out take place at the Cactus Beach Hotel, approx. 250 m away.

Zusatzhinweis

Hotel contact:
Cactus Bay
Phone: 0030 2897031319
E-mail: reservation@cactusbeach.gr

Climate Resilience Fee

For stays starting from January 1, 2018, the Greek government charges a climate resilience fee, which must be paid by the guest on-site, similar to a local tourist tax.
The amount depends on the type/category of the accommodation and, as of January 1, 2025, is scaled from 0.50 euros to 15 euros per day and per room.
For stays during high season (April 1 to October 31):
1-2 Star category: 2 euros
3 Star category: 5 euros
4 Star category: 10 euros
5 Star category: 15 euros
For stays during low season (November 1 to March 31):
1-2 Star category: 0.50 euros
3 Star category: 1.50 euros
4 Star category: 3 euros
5 Star category: 4 euros

Seasonal information

Bookable for summer 2026 under hotel code HER054.

Tour operator category

4 Suns ****

Country category

4 Sterne
Last updated: 18.09.2026 08:42