Sea Side Resort & Spa is a 5-star hotel that welcomes thousands of tourists every year who want to have a good rest in Greece. There is everything that will help to make your vacation more vibrant and productive. However, first things first.
Briefly about the hotel
Sea Side Resort & Spa was built in 2004. In 2009, it was decided to redecorate this complex. And a year later, in 2010, a new block of rooms was built, which was placed 400 meters from the main building. He, by the way, has his own, separate pool. After the construction of the new block, the room stock of the hotel complex increased to 248.
The hotel is located on the first coastline, so you can walk to the beach in a few minutes. Also nearby is the airport. It is located in Heraklion, and this is a little over 20 kilometers from the hotel.
By the way, the complex itself is located in a resort called Agia Pelagia. The new national highway E75 leads to it. The resort itself is a picturesque place located in a cozy bay with a spacious sandy beach. This quiet and calm fishing village is very popular among visitors. Largely also because the Sea Side Resort & Spa is located here - one of the best hotels in all of Crete.
Recreation and entertainment
This hotel has everything that will help guests brighten up their leisure time and have fun. The name of the hotel has the prefix "spa", which clearly indicates that the hotel has a SPA center. There you can enjoy various wellness and beauty treatments. Manicure, pedicure, massage, Turkish bath, sauna, jacuzzi, indoor pool, hammam, yoga - guests have the opportunity to do anything.
The Sea Side Resort & Spa also has a fitness center, basketball and volleyball courts, a soccer field, a billiard room and a tennis court. Of course, there are two more outdoor pools with a sun terrace. Although many people prefer the beach. Not surprising, because people come here to enjoy a sea holiday. On the beach you can still do various water sports. For example, diving.
And in the evening, a team of animators arranges shows and entertainment programs at the hotel. Guests who come with children may not worry about the fact that they will be bored. For the smallest, the hotel has a separate pool, a mini club and a playground.
restaurants and bars
On the territory of Sea Side Resort & Spa 5 * there is an excellent restaurant where guests can try Greek and international dishes. Inside, a romantic atmosphere reigns, and the room itself is furnished with beautiful and expensive furniture. Here guests have the opportunity to order fish or grilled meat - such dishes are cooked in front of their eyes. If you do not want to go to a restaurant, you can request delivery of food and drinks to your room - the service is no worse than in the restaurant itself. By the way, people with children can choose something for their child from a special menu for kids.
In general, a variety of dishes is present. There is everything - starting with fish and meat, ending with desserts and fruits. By the way, guests pay special attention to the high quality of drinks. Especially local wine. Staying here on vacation, you should definitely try it at least once.
In addition to the restaurant, the Sea Side Resort & Spa 5 * hotel has two bars. One is in the lobby. It serves drinks and a variety of snacks. In the evening, pleasant live music sounds here. The second bar is located by the pool. Guests can enjoy tea, coffee, cakes and juices there.
Guests say that in the evening there is a turn for dinner - but this is at the height of the season. There are two ways to solve this small problem - either come to the restaurant later, or come to rest in late spring or early fall.
About service
Sea Side Resort & Spa (Crete) offers 24-hour room service. But there is much more. In addition to all of the above, the complex has a private car parking, car rental, shops (food and souvenir), as well as a laundry with dry cleaning. If guests have a need, they can call a nanny to sit with the children, or a doctor in case of health problems.
The hotel also has a conference room, as well as an office where you can receive or send a fax, as well as make a photocopy of any papers and documents.
The hotel employs highly qualified staff engaged in room service and guests. Workers speak German, English and Greek. And yet, importantly, 12 Russian-speaking people are currently working in the complex. They are always ready to assist guests, if necessary.
And guests are often greeted upon arrival with fruit and wine. Compliments for newlyweds, birthday parties and regular guests are also provided. This attitude towards tourists cannot but rejoice.
2-seater economy
This category of rooms is the most budget. The area of the apartment is 29 square meters. m. Stylish, spacious room decorated in pleasant colors, has one large 2 double bed and a sofa bed. The apartments can either open onto a balcony or terrace. But everywhere there is furniture - a table and chairs. It’s nice to sit here in the fresh air and enjoy the surroundings, enjoying the peace and delicious coffee.
The rooms also have a bathroom with shower or bathtub and free personal hygiene products. A hairdryer, air conditioning, safe, minibar and plasma TV with satellite channels are also provided.
The price of apartments may depend on various nuances - from the tour operator, season, and also how many months before the planned arrival the tourist made a reservation. On average, about 90,000 rubles will have to be paid for such apartments - this is the price of a week at the hotel for two with the all-inclusive service. For three, this number will cost about 125 tons. But in general, one can often get good discounts. Sometimes they make up to 30%. And this is a great savings.
Superior 2-bed apartment
This is another category of rooms in Sea Side Resort & Spa Hotel 5 *. The area is 26 square meters. m. Inside, everything is the same as the previously mentioned apartments. There is only one difference, which for many is significant, is the view. Here it opens onto the boundless expanse of the sea. A week of relaxation in such apartments will cost about 100 thousand rubles for two (also with the all-inclusive service). For three, the price will be, respectively, 150 tons.
There is also a category of superior rooms with a private pool. It is provided for general use by guests from 11 apartments (maximum). Guests who choose to stay in this room are also offered slippers, bathrobes and a telephone.
140 t. - you will have to pay so much for living in these apartments (for 2 adults and 1 child).
Many people like to travel on their own. The Sea Side Resort & Spa (Greece) takes this into account. So this hotel also has rooms for independent travelers. The conditions are the same as those of the superior rooms, only it costs about 10 tons. per day.
Junior Suite
This category of rooms in the hotel is also there. Their area is 28 square meters. m. Inside there is a folding sofa and 2 double bed. The room itself opens onto a furnished balcony. Marble tiled floors. The apartments boast a stylish interior that successfully combines light and blue colors. The furniture is all modern and new. 125 t. - The initial price of such apartments. But this is if the view will open onto the garden. Want to enjoy the sea while sitting on your balcony? You have to pay more - about 135 tons per week stay in the apartment. By the way, the area of this option is more than 2 square meters. m
Interestingly, the apartments even have heating. It can be connected if guests feel cool. Room service is also pleasing. The reviews left by people who have visited this place make it possible to verify this. Towels, linen - everything is replaced with clean and fresh regularly. The staff also replenishes toiletries and hygiene items as soon as they finish.
Family apartments
This is the last category of rooms, which is worth mentioning, telling about Sea Side Resort & Spa 5 * (Agia Pelagia). There is a regular option, as well as with a private pool. As in the case of superior apartments.
A distinctive feature of this category is their maximum capacity. These rooms can accommodate four people. The stylish, modern apartments have not only a spacious bathroom and a neatly furnished balcony, but also two separate bedrooms.
A week in a family room with a sea view will cost about 240 tons. for four per week (with the all-inclusive service). If you get during the discounts, you will be able to book apartments of this category for approximately 200 tons. By the way, the good news is that the price of accommodation includes VAT and city tax. In many hotels this is paid separately.
About booking
This complex is attractive to many. And the first, most important reason is the beach next to the hotel. The second is his "stardom." And of course, numerous positive reviews (we will talk about them in the end).
In general, in this hotel the rooms are instantly picked up. If you try to make a trial reservation now, you will notice that for most dates of the next season, apartments are already reserved.
By the way, it is best to go here in the middle of spring or autumn. In April, a fairy tale reigns in Crete at all - flowering begins, and the island seems to come to life. And the air temperature often reaches 22-24 degrees. And even at this time the holidays have not yet begun, so there are few people here.
The hotel can accommodate children of any age. If the baby is less than two years old, then a cot will be put in the room and you will not have to pay extra for his stay. Only, in order to get a cradle, you need to inform the property in advance about this - it’s better when drawing up an application. By the way, you will need to leave your credit card details. The hotel accepts "Visa", "Master Card" and "Maestro".
About service
The guests who have been here assure us that the hotel does not just position itself as a 5-star hotel. He is such and is! Fully consistent with its price. The rooms are the same as in the photographs. Actually, like a hotel complex.
If people did not have time to report their early arrival (and check-in starts at 14:00), then this is not a problem. They are offered towels, a changing room with shower and toilet, and beach accessories. Baggage can be left in the luggage room, and go to the beach, where there is always free space. Or have breakfast.
All services stated in various descriptions of the hotel are provided. Need a car? Car rental will be provided. Would you like a specific cocktail? It is worth saying about this to the bartender, and he will do it - local professionals know countless recipes.
By the way, the food and treats are excellent here. There is everything: soups, salads, vegetables, fruits, ice cream. Pizza is especially recommended - it is cooked here perfectly. Generally, going here, you should take the all-inclusive service - you won’t have to regret it.
Who should go here?
This hotel is ideal for a romantic getaway. Most tourists staying here are young couples in love. Although the hotel has facilities for children, it is better not to go here with them. There are special hotels for families with kids. And there are hotels with buildings for families. This hotel not only has a special atmosphere for relaxing couples. She also stands on a hill. You have to walk a lot up and down. And with young children and strollers this is very inconvenient.
But the hotel is ideal for a romantic getaway. This is confirmed by many.