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  • Simpson Partner Hotel
  • Set on a sandy beach
  • Luxury suites
  • Individual private pools
  • Close to Rethymno
  • Adult Only
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Enjoy accommodation deposits lowered to 15% when you book by 31 December 2024.

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If your idea of holiday heaven is bed-to-beach in a matter of metres, these stylish new suites close to Rethymno on the north Cretan coast are simply ideal. The suites are very spacious and finished to the highest standard, with a separate lounge so you can really spread out and make yourselves at home; stream your preferred binge-watch on the Smart TV or just relax and enjoy the elegant, private space. All the little treats of five-star hotel living are here, from luxury toiletries to a complimentary gazebo for two on the sandy beach, complete with fresh fruit and cool mineral water so you can drowse the day away enjoying the endless blue of the Aegean sea. And as their name implies, these suites each have their own private terrace and swimming pool, set in a small garden with the beach, sea and beautiful view beyond.

The suites are part of the five-star Amira Resort, slightly off-set from the main hotel accommodation and occupying the best location on the entire 15,000sqm estate. This really does bring you the best of both worlds, with access to a range of restaurants, bars and the luxurious hotel spa, combined with your own private pool and suite to retreat to when you prefer a more intimate environment. The other wonderful benefit of Amira is its location close to Rethymno, Crete’s third city, which is a rich and superbly photogenic mix of architectural styles, all in a charming seafront setting. Spend the morning wandering its cobbled streets, and if the midday sun is not too fierce, you can easily walk to Rethymno’s beach for a fish lunch and a swim before returning to the adult-only seclusion of Amira.


Looking for 10 nights? Combine 3 nights at the Amira Pool Suites with a week in one of our villas for a wonderful way to extend your break and see more of the varied landscapes of Crete. Please call our Destination Specialists for more information.


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Accommodation

Layout

  •  Executive Sea Front Suites (sleeps 2)

Suites

  • Approx. 55m2 room with 20m2 private pool
  • Seafront suites
  • Double bedroom with en-suite bath and shower room with double basin and separate WC
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Air-conditioned throughout
  • Pillow collection
  • Small fridge
  • Tea/coffee-making facilities
  • Smart TV
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes on request
  • Laundry service (payable locally)
  • Telephone
  • Iron, ironing board, hair dryer, bath and pool towels

General

  • Daily breakfast buffet included (7.30am - 11.00am)
  • On-site car park with on request valet parking
  • Daily cleaning and twice weekly linen change
  • 24hr reception and concierge
  • Chlorine swimming pool 40m x 4m (1.1m-1.5m depth); access via ladder
  • Sun loungers by the pool
  • Outdoor shaded dining terrace and bar
  • Mediterranean a la Carte restaurant (12.30pm - 3.30pm and 7.00pm - 11.00pm)
  • Local & international cuisine luxury dining (7.00pm-11.00pm)
  • Bar (9.00am - 1.00am)
  • Pool bar/snacks service (10.00am - 1.00am) with live music events throughout the week
  • Beach service (10.00am - 6.00pm)
  • Room service and private dining available
  • Table tennis
  • Spa and gym facilities with sauna and Hammam
  • Please note, guests must be 16+ years

WiFi

  • All properties with WiFi are able to support basic functionality such as web browsing and checking emails. We aim to offer an uninterrupted service but sometimes due to factors beyond our control reliability can be affected.

National tourist licence application (EOT): 1241060

Hotel access times

  • Check-in time – 2pm
  • Check-out time – 11am

Location

  • Adelianos Kampos Beach 1min walk
  • Taverna 2min walk
  • Adelianos Kampos (basic shops) 5min walk
  • Adelianos Kampos (supermarket) 15min walk
  • Rethymno (town) 10-12min drive
  • Heraklion airport 1hr 5min drive

Car hire

Car options

Based on the number of people travelling, the following hire car(s) are included in the package price of your holiday:

  • 2 guests – 1 Group C2, Seat Ibiza or similar*

* All our cars include comprehensive insurance with no excess charge. For this particular destination, the undercarriage, tyres, wing mirrors and windscreen are not included in the cover.

Car specification

Group C2 – 1.2-1.4 litre engine, 1 large suitcase*

The following cars are available as alternatives on request (supplements apply). Please call our travel specialists for details.

Group D2 – Hyundai i30/Seat Leon or similar, 1.4 litre engine, 2 large suitcases*

Group CA – Automatic Nissan Micra or similar, 1.2-1.4 litre engine, 1 large suitcase*

Group D3 – Seat Toledo (diesel) or similar, 1.4 - 2.0 litre engine, 3 large suitcases*

Group DA3 – Automatic Nissan Pulsar or similar , 1.4 - 2.0 litre engine, 3 large suitcases*

Group E1 - Kia Stonic or similar, 1.0 litre engine, 1 medium and 2 large suitcases*

Group L2 – Dacia Duster or similar, 1.2 litre engine, 3 large suitcases*

Group F1 - Citroen Grand C4 or similar, 7 seater, 1.4 - 2.0 litre engine, 2 large suitcases*

Group FA - Automatic Citroen Grand C4 Space Tourer or similar, 7 seater, 1.4 - 2.0 litre engine, 2 large suitcases*

* Suitcase sizes are based on a large suitcase being approximately 75cm x 41cm x 31cm, a medium suitcase of approximately 65cm x 46cm x 29cm and a small suitcase of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm.

Grading

Property Grading Key:

  • 5/5

    Excellent

  • 4/5

    Very good

  • 3/5

    Good

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  • Location

    4.5/5

    Position, view, serenity, privacy

  • Comfort

    5/5

    Space, style, overall furnishings

  • Facilities*

    5/5

    Property enhancements

  • Amenities*

    4.5/5

    Proximity to beaches, restaurants and shops

As the birthplace of Zeus, Central Crete carries a certain historic and spiritual gravitas. Knossos, the Minoan Bronze Age palace, steals the show, but there are many other smaller archaeological sites, churches and towns to cast you back in time. However, with harbourside dining, beautiful beaches, mountain villages and vibrant summer festivals, the here and now also has a lot to offer. And Rethymno, which has clung on to much of its authentic beauty and charm, is a welcome addition to your island experience.

Visit our collection of handpicked villas and hotels in Rethymno and Central Crete to create the perfect starting point for your holiday. 

 

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