Sea Side Resort & Spa, Crete
Situated on the hilltop bay of Mononaftis, in the quiet region of Agia Pelagia, Sea Side Resort & Spa boasts a serene oasis with panoramic views of the glimmering ocean below.
The Luxurious Sea Side Resort & Spa Hotel is one of the best all-inclusive hotels that Crete has to offer. Situated on the hilltop bay of Mononaftis, in the quiet region of Agia Pelagia, Sea Side Resort & Spa boasts a serene oasis with panoramic views of the glimmering ocean below.
All 248 rooms feature breathtaking balcony/terrace sea views, offering tranquillity and splendour at their finest. What's more, guests are invited to enjoy other-worldly Wellness experiences at the in-house spa centre that provides a number of holistic massage treatments, a sauna, steam room, facials and more. The Adult only indoor Hydropool is heated throughout the main season and acts as a perfect getaway from the outside world.
The Main Theme buffet restaurant, alongside the other spectacular 3 a la carte restaurants (“Jasmine” Asian Restaurant, “Minoan” Cretan Taverna, “Kullinarium” Gourmet Restaurant) offer exquisite, fine dining experiences and all guests with a minimum stay of 7 days, can enjoy a free dinner in one of the “a la carte” restaurants. The Pool bars act as the perfect place to wind down after a day in the sun, as premium drinks and cocktails are served by the charismatic mixologists as you watch the sun go down.
Sea Side Resort & Spa Hotel also features a 24/7 private Gym, a Mini Market, Hair Salon & Jewelry Shop; designed to make your five-star stay that ever more magical.
Fact Sheet
Highlights:
- Concierge services & top-class hospitality
- Privileged location, only a 25-minute drive from Heraklion, for your shopping and sightseeing.
- Unbeatable Ocean views
- Modern comforts and inviting architecture
- Several swimming pools suitable for all moods
- Wellness center & Spa
- 24/7 Gym
- Main buffet restaurant and 3 a la carte restaurants
- On-site parking
Bedrooms
This stunning complex features 248 luxury rooms.
Beach
The beach of Mononaftis is located only 80m from the resort. Sunbeds and umbrellas are also available on extra charge.
Top Facilities
- Panorama Main Bar & Aegean Pool Bar
- 1 Indoor Heated Pool – adults only
- 3 Outdoor Pools - “Pelagos” Active salt-water pool // Children’s separate salt-water pool // “Thalassa” Relax salt-water pool (adults only)
- Outdoors Jacuzzi (at “Pelagos” swimming pool)
- Mini Spa Center
- Hair Salon
- Jewelry Shop
Spa Wellness:
Exotic spa services (on extra charge) such as Massages, Face Treatments, Manicure-Pedicure services, and heated Indoor pool, can be found in the Sea Side spa.
Dining:
At Sea Side resort you will savor the inspired simplicity of the Crete cuisine; enjoying the awesome flavors of gourmet dishes and the exotic recipes of authentic Chinese cooking.
With 4 independent restaurants and 4 pool bars, you are simply spoiled for choice. From American style breakfasts and Cretan lunches to fresh evening cashes and authentic Asian menus, you will experience world-class delights from morning to night.
A little Extra:
- Fitness room
- Table tennis
- Daily sports games, Night shows, Karaoke, dancing etc.
- Water Polo
- Mini Volleyball court
- Tennis Court
- Scuba diving opportunities and lessons (on extra charge)
Location:
Sea Side Resort & Spa
Aghia Pelagia, Heraklion, Crete, Greece, 71 500
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Junior Suites with Land or Sea View
Standard Facilities: ⊛ Individually controlled Air Condition ⊛ Free Wi-fi access ⊛ Mini fridge with water refilled every 2nd day ⊛ LED Satellite TV ⊛ Balcony or Terrace with table and chairs ⊛ Bath or Shower ⊛Direct dial phone ⊛ Safe Deposit Box ⊛ Hairdryer ⊛ Kettle ⊛ Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
- Beds
- 1x Double Bed with 1x Extra Sofa Bed
- Occupancy
- Maximum of 3 People
- Views
- Mountain, Garden or Sea Views
- Bathroom
- En Suite Bathroom With Bath or Shower
- Something Unique
- Some rooms are located 400 meters from the main building rooms (with open-plan or close bathroom) or in the main territory
Superior Double Rooms with Sea Views & Sharing Pool
Standard Facilities: ⊛ Individually controlled Air Condition ⊛ Free Wi-fi access ⊛ Mini fridge with water refilled every 2nd day ⊛ LED Satellite TV ⊛ Balcony or Terrace with table and chairs ⊛ Bath or Shower ⊛Direct dial phone ⊛ Safe Deposit Box ⊛ Hairdryer ⊛ Kettle ⊛ Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
- Beds
- 1x Double Bed with 1x Extra Sofa Bed
- Occupancy
- Maximum of 3 People
- Views
- Sea Views or Side Seas Views
- Bathroom
- En Suite Bathroom With Bath or Shower
- Something Unique
- Some rooms are located 400 m from the main building with access to the shared pool, on the main building there are two types: a pool for several rooms can be located in front of the room or at the back of the room
Superior Double Rooms with Sea Views & Independent Pools
Standard Facilities: ⊛ Individually controlled Air Condition ⊛ Free Wi-fi access ⊛ Mini fridge with water refilled every 2nd day ⊛ LED Satellite TV ⊛ Balcony or Terrace with table and chairs ⊛ Bath or Shower ⊛Direct dial phone ⊛ Safe Deposit Box ⊛ Hairdryer
- Beds
- 1x Double Bed with 1x Extra Sofa Bed
- Occupancy
- Maximum of 3 People
- Views
- Panoramic Sea Views
- Bathroom
- En Suite Bathroom With Bath or Shower and Luxury Amenities
- Something Unique
- Private Pool
Maisonette Style Suites with Sea View
Standard Facilities: ⊛ Individually controlled Air Condition ⊛ Free Wi-fi access ⊛ Mini fridge with water refilled every 2nd day ⊛ LED Satellite TV ⊛ Balcony or Terrace with table and chairs ⊛ Bath or Shower ⊛Direct dial phone ⊛ Safe Deposit Box ⊛ Hairdryer
- Beds
- 1x Double Bed & 1x Sofa Bed
- Occupancy
- Maximum of 4 People
- Views
- Sea Views
- Bathroom
- 1 Bathroom With Bath or Shower and Luxury Amenities
- Something Unique
- 2 level rooms optical separated & Living Room
Independent Pool Suite with Sea View
Standard Facilities: ⊛ Individually controlled Air Condition ⊛ Free Wi-fi access ⊛ Mini fridge with water refilled every 2nd day ⊛ LED Satellite TV ⊛ Balcony or Terrace with table and chairs ⊛ Bath or Shower ⊛Direct dial phone ⊛ Safe Deposit Box ⊛ Hairdryer
- Beds
- 1x Double Bed & Separate Open Plan Bedroom & 2x Single Beds
- Occupancy
- Maximum of 4 People
- Views
- Sea Views
- Bathroom
- 1 Bathroom With Bath or Shower and Luxury Amenities
- Something Unique
- 1 level open plan suite or Maisonette style with private pool
World-Class Dining:
Veranda Main Restaurant: Main Restaurant with a large patio overlooking the picturesque bay of Mononaftis where guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in a buffet form and show cooking.
Jasmine Asian Restaurant: Authentic Asian cuisine prepared by Lee, an award-winning chef at his open-type kitchen. All our guests with a minimum stay of 7 days, can enjoy dinner for free once per week.
Reservations are required 2 days in advance. Open from 19:00 to 22:00. Closed on Tuesdays.
Minoan Cretan Taverna: Introduced as an effort to encourage guests to enjoy the healthy and traditional Cretan cuisine. Only natural products are used here, which is supported by the “We do local” community on the island. Again, all our guests with a minimum stay of 7 days, can enjoy dinner for free once per week
Reservations are required 2 days in advance. Closed on Wednesdays.
Kullinarium Gourmet Restaurant: Dinner in a romantic candlelight atmosphere overlooking the picturesque sea, allows you to enjoy a personal meal with your loved ones (extra charge)
Open from 19:00 to 22:00. Closed on Mondays.
Dress Code for all Restaurants: wet clothing or uncovered swimwear is NOT allowed and closed shoes are required. Casual elegant clothing required = Long pants, decent 3/4 pants, collared shirts or polo t-shirt and closed shoes are required. The dress code applies to minors from 1.20m tall
Bars & Pools
This all-inclusive hotel boasts an incredible selection of bars, with a choice of local and international spirits, cocktails, long drinks, beers, local wines, Greek, filtered and instant coffee, espresso, cappuccino, ice coffee, cacao, tea, soft drinks and fruit juices - served from 10.00 till 23.00.
Light lunch is also serviced at Pelagos snack bar (Available from mid-June to mid-September), offering finger food, snacks, pizza, traditional gyros, fried potatoes, hamburgers, sandwiches/toasts, salads and desserts. Open from 12:30 to 15:00
Hotel bars include:
- Snacks and Ice-Cream from 11:00 to 17:30
- Pelagos Pool Bar at the Action pool’s area 10:00 – 18:00
- Thalassa Pool Bar at the Relax pool area 10:00 – 00:00
- (Adults only)
- Panorama Main Bar 17:30 – 00:00
- Aegean Pool Bar 10:00 – 18:00
Beverages on extra charge: Premium drinks, such as black label whisky, malt or bourbon, whisky, champagne, special cocktails etc.
Spa & Wellness:
Sea Side Resort & Spa understands that health and wellbeing is an essential part of everyday living. As such, their mission is to bring ultimate relaxation to their guest by cleansing their body, mind and soul through an assortment of holistic treatments and facilities.
From private suites and massage treatments to organic beverages and fresh ingredients picked directly from their private gardens, this is healthy living at its very best.
In the heart of the hotel, lies a haven of relaxation; The Sea Cave Spa. This spa includes exclusive therapies, by combining natural products and philosophies from the Cretan land and ancient Greece. A true sanctuary of wellness, the Sea Cave Spa features 2 bespoke single treatment rooms, a couple's room, a couple’s suite, a beauty salon and a wet area with a steam and sauna room and a heaten indoor cave pool.
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Essential Information
- Resort lobby with panoramic sea views
- Veranda main restaurant with a large patio and A/C.
- Jasmine Chinese Restaurant
- Minoan Greek Taverna
- Kullinarium® Gourmet Restaurant
- Pelagos Self-Service snack bar by the pool
- Panorama Main Bar
- Aegean Pool Bar
- 2 Pool Bars
- 1 Indoor Heated Pool – adults only (till 15th of May & after 15th of October)
- 3 Outdoor Pools
- “Pelagos” Active salt-water pool
- Children’s separate salt-water pool
- “Thalassa” Relax salt-water pool (adults only)
- Outdoors Jacuzzi (at “Pelagos” swimming pool)
- Mini Spa Center
- Elevators: 3
- Mini Market – international Press and accessories shop (on extra charge)
- Hair Salon (on extra charge)
- Jewelry Shop (on extra charge)
- Parking Area
- Conference room up to 150 pax
- Business Center
- Internet corner (free of charge)
- 24-hour Front Desk Services
- Express check-in/check-out
- Guest Relations Services
- Concierge Services
- In-house Car rental Services (on extra charge)
- Medical Services upon request (on extra charge)
- Late check-out upon availability (on extra charge)
- Babysitting upon request (on extra charge)
- Laundry Services on extra charge (clothes returnable within 48 hours)
- Free Wi-Fi Access in all public areas
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