Paradise Island Villas  

On Crete’s north coast in Hersonissos, tucked near Anissaras/Anissa Beach and minutes from Port of Hersonissos and Star Beach Water Park. Malia Beach and the Palace of Knossos are within easy reach, and Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is about 20.7 km away. Pet-friendly, family-friendly villas with private pools make this a laid-back luxe base.

Just 12 individually decorated villas in traditional Cretan architecture, each with a private garden, heated-on-request pool and Jacuzzi, furnished balcony or terrace, fireplace and a fully equipped kitchen. Rooms feature jetted bathtubs, plasma TVs, designer toiletries and complimentary Wi-Fi. Kid gear, kids’ playroom and a honeymoon/anniversary romance package are on offer.

Pamper with onsite massages, body treatments and a spa; two outdoor pools, a fitness room and an outdoor tennis court keep you moving. There’s a poolside bar, BBQ areas for private parties and concierge services to book excursions. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and retreat to your villa’s terrace to unwind.

Dry cleaning, laundry services and luggage storage are available, plus laundry facilities on site. A roundtrip airport shuttle is offered for a surcharge and free self parking is provided. Reception has limited hours; concierge can assist with transfers and local bookings.

On-site restaurant serves lunch and dinner, with a poolside bar and bar/lounge for drinks. Room service runs during limited hours and cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily for a fee. Private BBQs and bespoke dinner events can be arranged for special occasions.