Maritimo Beach Hotel  

On Crete’s north coast in the seaside village of Sissi, steps from the picturesque harbour and Palm Bay Beach. A short drive brings you to Agios Nikolaos, Hersonissos and the Malia archaeological sites. Heraklion (Nikos Kazantzakis) Airport is about 45 km away.

Set across nine traditional buildings amid manicured gardens, the hotel offers around 130 rooms with air conditioning, private balconies or patios and garden or sea views. Rooms include a fridge/minibar, flat-screen TV and private bathroom with hairdryer. Evenings can feature lively Greek nights with folk dancing. The spa area is adults-only.

Large outdoor pool with lounge chairs and a poolside bar, a spa with massage rooms, sauna and steam bath, plus a children’s playground make this a family-friendly beachfront pick. Complimentary Wi‑Fi, tour desk and concierge services help you get out and explore. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and stroll to the nearby marina and local beaches.

Meeting room and banquet hall are available, alongside laundry and dry-cleaning services, 24-hour reception and luggage storage. Free on-site self-parking and an airport shuttle are offered for a surcharge.

An on-site restaurant specialises in Greek and Cretan flavours while a snack bar and bar/lounge keep things casual. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily and limited room service is available.