On the north side of the island, where stunning panoramic views come as standard, The Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete, Curio Collection By Hilton is a striking presence, cascading down the hillside. Holidays here are all about maximum luxury and maximum comfort, while honouring Cretan culture and traditions – this is evident in the use of earthy tones and natural materials including terracotta, wood, stone, rattan and rope. Relaxing moments can be found aplenty whether it’s lazing beside one of four swimming pools, dining al fresco on farm-to-fork dishes and sipping frozen mojitos at the restaurants and bars or indulging in herbal therapies – olive oil massage, anyone? – at the spa. And then there’s the activities for little travellers, including an outdoor playground, aqua park with slides and kids’ club where entertainment ranges from dancing and pottery to drawing and learning how to make honey!

Services and Facilities

Four main swimming pools

Pure Senses Spa with steam room, sauna and Cretan hammam

Aqua Splash Park with fountains, whirlpools and slides

Outdoor playground

Topi Kids Club

On-site farm with herb garden

Boutique with wares by Greek designers

Complimentary parking

Room service

Dining

Gea

Main restaurant with communal tables

Fresh, seasonal, farm-to-table produce

Open kitchen with live cooking stations

Open for breakfast and dinner