Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool | View from room
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool
Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service

Room options

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Seafront Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Seafront Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 55 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
  • 75 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 King Beds

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
3 bedrooms
Bathrobes
  • 100 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

Waterfront Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Bungalow, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Seaview Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Waterfront Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Bungalow, Beachfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Nature Superior Bungalow

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Nature Superior Bungalow with Private Garden

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Seaview Room - Main Building

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
  • 80 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 King Beds

Nature Suite - Main Building

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Annex Waterfront Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Seaview Suite - Main Building

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 55 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Agios Nikolaos, Lasithi, Agios Nikolaos, Crete Island, 72100

What's nearby

  • Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake Voulismeni - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Port of Agios Nikolaos - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Elounda Windmills - 13 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Voulisma Beach - 13 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bolero - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Καρναγιο - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ammoudi Cafe Club Resto Sand - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gioma Meze - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Arc - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Luxury eco-certified hotel by the sea
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a beach bar and a poolside bar at Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sunloungers and scuba diving. Indulge in a body treatment, a massage and a body wrap at the on-site spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and Mediterranean cuisine. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as fishing, waterskiing and rowing/canoeing. In addition to a terrace and shopping on-site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Free bike hire, an outdoor tennis court and express check-out
  • Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge) and farming classes
Room features
All 129 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, baths or showers and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Russian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ambrosia
  • Bacchus
  • La Bouillabaisse
  • Terpsis

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bodyboard
  • Canoeing
  • Farming classes
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Lap pool
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1962
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 5 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1029420

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Hotel Minos Beach
Minos Art
Minos Art Beach Hotel
Minos Art Hotel
Minos Beach
Minos Beach Art
Minos Beach Art Agios Nikolaos
Minos Beach Art Hotel
Minos Beach Art Hotel Agios Nikolaos
Minos Beach Hotel
Minos Beach Art Hotel Crete/Agios Nikolaos
Minos Beach Art Hotel Hotel Agios Nikolaos
Minos Beach Art Resort
Hotel Minos Beach Art

Frequently asked questions

Does Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include exercise/lap pools.

Is Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels pet-friendly?

Yes, Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 5 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels located?

Located in Agios Nikolaos, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Ammoúdi and Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum. Kitroplateía and Ámmos are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 212 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Friendly personel and beautiful views, amazing breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10

Very good service at the hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

You feel wrapped in a peaceful cocoon the minute you walk in the door. Maria and the customer service team are super lovely and helpful. We stayed in a superior waterfront bunglow which was thoughtfully designed and offered lovely local products in the bathroom. The trick is to get one with a view out to the ocean and then it’s just blue as far as the eye can see. Would thoroughly recommend the wine tasting and food from the excellent team at Terpsis
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Beautiful location and great food.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Amazing hotel and unbelievably nice staff!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Wonderful hotel in a brilliant quiet spot yet still close to Ayios Nicholas as well as local restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Most beautiful hotel I visited. Gorgeous rooms, great service, friendly staff, convenient for beach, tasty good quality food, beautiful design. This is the first hotel which was both family/ child friendly but also peaceful, calm and quiet. Cannot wait to return! Thank you for your outstanding hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Wonderful location, extremely friendly personnel, really amazing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

The entire staff was AMAZING! Every single staff member was friendly and helpful. We had issues with our ferry being cancelled but the staff was extremely accommodating and helpful to make sure we were taken care of and had an extra night. I highly recommend this hotel. It’s close distance to the city with all the restaurants. We loved our stay and are happy to spend our honeymoon at Minos!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Fantastic staff, delicious food and absolutely stunning surroundings. Will definitely be back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Clean, great location, food was excellent, view was excellent… what more would you want
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

The hotel staffs were friendly and looked after us very well. The hotel was attached to a dive centre which was very convenient for us. The food in the hotel was good but we found the menu at the beach bar a little boring for my liking. The hotel was about a 20-25 minutes walk to the town. A place we will stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

My husband and I came here in July to celebrate birthdays and anniversary. Everything was amazing, starting from our amazing guest service people Maria and Katherina to location, views, food, service, beach, bungalows. We loved it so much. Thinking about next year already.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Wonderful hotel. Beautiful location. Great restaurants. I will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Beautiful private beach sides and gorgeously designed villas
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Simply fantastic. The people, the location, the food, everything was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

minos hotel was just as i expected it to be and even more. the hotel and surrounding is beautiful, the staff was professional and curteous, the facilities were super and it was just the right surrounding for a relaxed and comfortable vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

A unique oasis!
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

The Minos Beach hotel was excellent from check in to departure we were looked after at every step of the way, the villas are top class with everything you need. The location is within easy walking distance of the town centre, the views are amazing. We chose to eat at the hotels restaurant a few nights and the buffet was great quality food and varied. Breakfast was included and was also buffet style, again great quality.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10

One of the best hotel experiences I've had for a really long time. The hotel complex is really large and well thought out. Even in a busy month like August you can always find a secluded peaceful spot to spend the day reading, relaxing, snorkeling and taking a swim. Breakfast buffet was another highlight with a wide range of options at the highest quality. It's walking distance to a wide range of restaurants, both for lunch and diner. But we liked the hotel so much we spent several evenings at the different options within the hotel. Excellent food and wine. The entire staff was throughout our week absolutely top notch. Everyone made sure our stay was above expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

One of those places one wishes to keep a secret. A place that’s beautiful day and night with a breathtaking view, open air sunset dinning and wonderful fresh food. Amazing breakfast buffet for every taste..The property is removed but at the same time located that the (fishing) village of Agios Nikolaos can be reached in walking distance. Best time MidMay to early June and mid-September to October before and after the turnover crowds arrive … and stay at least 10 days/2 weeks to allow 2 or 3 days for exploring the historical sights of Crete
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10

Gorgeous location with lots of different places for people at the hotel to spread out and enjoy. Breakfast options were plentiful and a good quality. Rooms were kept clean and were very comfortable and spacious. Staff were always friendly and accommodating. The spa services were of very high quality. Towels and bedding were always promptly refreshed. We dined mostly for dinner at Le bouboulisse as we did not particularly enjoy the dinner food quality in bacchaus. Whilst the gym facilities were sufficient, the equipment could use modernising or being looked after as the treadmills are out of calibration. Also needed some wipes for the equipment after use. Overall, thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10

The hotel grounds are beautifully designed and the staff were very friendly. The housekeeping was fantastic and very helpful. A few things to take into consideration when booking the Annex water front bungalows. The description for these bungalows does not accurately reflect the reality. They are very outdated and there is no privacy as it is separated from the hotel by an area of land that has a mobile trailer on it and what appeared to be someone' residence. The annex bungalows are right next to it and on the other side of them is the public beach. We were so disappointed with this accommodation that we asked to change our room right away. The manager was very helpful in accommodating us and switching us to another room. Unfortunately we didn’t get the waterfront that we originally booked however the garden view bungalow was much more updated and very nicely decorated so we were happy. Later that same night we came home to ants everywhere in the room despite not having any food or windows open. They gave us spray and we kept spraying the room for the rest of our stay as we did continue to see them although the amount did decrease. On our last night we found a baby scorpion in our room again this was a shock to us that this would happen in a hotel of this caliber. We understand sometimes these things happen but how these matters are dealt with by the hotel can go a long way and nothing was extended to us to compensate us for our experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

The service is exemplary. Nothing is too much trouble, they go above & beyond & everyone is always friendly. The grounds & lobby are fabulous with lots of interesting discoveries & surprises through the art pieces. The breakfast buffet is wonderful. The classic rooms are disappointing. Do not stay in one of these - they need renovating & are gradually being phased out. We had an amazing view but the room is not luxury - it is a very basic, worn room. They did move us for the last few nights & the new room was wonderful, but it was extremely expensive for a 'motel' type accommodation which was what we were in for the majority of our stay. There was a cleaner's closet immediately opposite the room and the banging and shouting woke us every day. There are 2 small beaches, & a variety of rocky outcrops with a variety of beach beds on site. All very comfortable and it never felt crowded. We could always find a bed and the swimming spots are lovely. The pool is large. There are two choices for lunch on site. The immediate surrounding area is a little disappointing - there are 4/5 tavernas restaurants within a few minutes walk, but there is a main road with coaches passing by every few minutes & most of the restaurants are on the road. It's just not particularly pretty. They are significantly cheaper than eating in the hotel and the variety was nice. The food was excellent in all of them. It is a 20 minute walk into town and you can walk there along the water.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Stayed 9 nights in May 2025