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