Athina Palace Resort & Spa

GIATA-ID: 8227

Made, Crete, Greece

Address

715 00 Made Heraklion Crete

Phones

+30 2810 811800

Emails

frontoffice@athinapalace.com.gr

Urls

https://www.athinapalace.com.gr
Property info
Category

Category (recommended)

Rating: 5
Accommodation types

Resort

Traveller categories

Singles with child

Beach travelers

Families

Building information

Built in the year

Year: 1996

Year of last renovation

Year: 2025
Number of rooms & other

Family room

Number of rooms (total)

Number: 379
Accessibility

Access to upper floors via stairs only

Location
Beach

Beach

DirectPebblyBlue Flag

Sun loungers on the beach

Hotel-owned/privateFor a fee

Parasols on the beach

Hotel-owned/privateFree of charge

Beach bar

Service times:
  Mon-Sun 10:00-18:00
  Holidays 10:00-18:00
Seasonal
General location

Central location

Distance: 22 km

Quiet location

Out of town

Distances: transport & city

Airport

Name: Nikos Kazantzakis Heraklion Airport (HER)NearbyDistance: 22 kmJourney time (by public transport): 40 min

Bus station

DirectDistance: 50 mJourney time (on foot): 1 min

City centre

DirectDistance: 20 kmJourney time (by car or bus): 40 min
Distances: entertainment & shopping

Pharmacy

NearbyDistance: 5 km

Nightclub

NearbyDistance: 7 km
Distances: nature

Sea

DirectDistance: 250 mBlue Flag
Facilities
General facilities

PC station

Air conditioning

Babysitter

Subject to availabilityOn requestFor a feeEnglishGermanFrenchMinimum age: 2Maximum age: 10

Baggage storage service

For a fee

Car rental

Name: Just DriveService times:
  Mon-Sun 08:30-13:30
  Holidays 08:30-13:30
For a feeThird-party operator

Parking

Cash machine

Number: 1

Check-in/out service

Lift

Wheelchair accessibleHandrailsNumber: 2

Bellboy service

Without restrictions

Internet access

Laundry service

For a fee

Medical assistance

By the hourOn requestFor a feeThird-party operatorTreatment roomsEnglishGermanFrench

Hotel doctor

On requestFor a feeEnglishGermanFrench

Reception

Air conditioningEnglishGermanFrenchRussian

Lobby

Access via rampAir conditioning

Safe

Free of chargeOnly included in All-Inclusive

Hotel shuttle service

Service times:
  Mon-Sun 00:00-24:00
  Holidays 00:00-24:00
Around the clockFor a fee

Smoke/fire detector

Transfer service

On requestFor a fee

Wake-up service

On request

WiFi

Free of charge

Ironing service

On requestFor a fee

Foyer

Smoking area

Open-air/roofless
Food & drinks

Restaurant

Non-smokingAir conditioningNumber: 2

Bar/pub

Lobby bar

Name: Main Bar AreaOutdoorIndoor

Coffee/tea

Service times:
  Mon-Sun 10:00-23:00
  Holidays 10:00-23:00

Water dispenser

Dining area

Snack bar

Outdoor
Entertainment & lifestyle

Disco

For a feeAir conditioningCocktailsExtended times

Hairdressing salon

Outside the premisesDistance: 7 km

Library

Access via lift/lifting platform

Playroom

Shops

Souvenir shop

Tour desk

TV room

Free of chargeSatellite TV

Minimarket

Conferences & events

Conference room

Projector

Deposit requiredFor a fee

Photocopier

For a fee
Outdoor facilities & pools

Children's pool

Sun loungers

Garden

Indoor pool

In the spa areaFree of chargeLimited usage time per guestReservation necessaryMinimum age: 17

Outdoor pool

Parasols

Free of charge

Pool

FreshwaterNumber: 3

Poolside bar

Free of charge

Sun terrace

Terrace

Bath towels

Free of charge
Rooms
Superior, Double Room, Land View (Superior Double Room Inland View )
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Garden view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Double Room, Sea View (Maisonette Sea View )
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Sea view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Double Room, Sea View (Superior Double Room Sea View)
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Sea view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Double Room, Sea View (Superior Double with Private Pool Sea View )
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Sea view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Bathrobe

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Double Room, Side View (Superior Double Side Sea View )
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Family Room, Inland View (Family Room Inland View )
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Garden view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Family Room, Inland View (Maisonette Inland View )
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Garden view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Family Room, Sea View (Family Room Sea View )
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Sea view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Family Room, Sea View (Family Room with Private Pool Sea View )
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Sea view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Bathrobe

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Espresso machine

Nespresso

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Family Room, Sea View (Family Room with Sharing Pool Sea View )
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Sea view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Bathrobe

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Espresso machine

Nespresso

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Family Room, Sea View (Maisonette Private Pool Sea View )
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Sea view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Espresso machine

Nespresso

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Family Room, Sea View (Maisonette Sharing Pool Sea View )
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Sea view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Bathrobe

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Espresso machine

Nespresso

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Quad Room, Sea View (Superior Quadruble Sea View )
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Sea view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Single Room, Land View (Superior Single Inland View )
Beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Suite, Sea View (Junior Suite Jacuzzi Private Pool Sea View)
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Sea view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Bathrobe

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Superior, Suite, Sea View (Junior Suite Sea View )
Beds

Twin beds

Extra bed

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Cot

On requestFree of chargeReservation necessary

Baby bed

On requestReservation necessary
Location/View

Sea view

Room types & layout

Balcony

Bathroom

Terrace

Facilities

Babyphone

On requestFree of charge

Air conditioning

Individual

Internet access

Mini fridge

Minibar

Depending on the scope of service bookedDailyFree of charge

Telephone

Direct-dial

Safe

Slippers

Smoke alarm

TV

Satellite/cable

Welcome gift

WiFi

Free of charge

Desk

Kettle

Bathroom

Hairdryer

Telephone

Shower

Kitchen/Kitchenette

Fridge

Tea and coffee making equipment

Entertainment

Childcare service

Service times:
  Mon-Sun 10:00-12:30,15:00-17:30
  Holidays 10:00-12:30,15:00-17:30
Free of chargeEnglishGermanFrenchMinimum age: 4Maximum age: 12

Entertainment programme

DailyFree of chargeOutdoorIndoorEnglishGermanFrench

Entertainment programme for adults

Live music

SeasonalFree of chargeOutdoor

Kids' disco

Free of chargeOutdoorIndoorMinimum age: 4Maximum age: 12

Mini-club

Wellness

Beauty centre

On-siteIn the spa areaFor a feeTreatment roomsReservation necessaryFor adults only

Hammam

Flip-flops recommendedOn-siteIn the spa areaOn requestFor a feeNumber: 2For adults only

Hydrotherapy

On-siteIn the spa areaOn requestFor a feeTreatment roomsIndoor

Massage treatments

On-siteIn the spa areaOn requestFor a fee

Sauna

Steam bath

Thalassotherapy

On-siteIn the spa areaOn requestFor a fee

Hot tub

Waxing

In the spa areaFor a fee

Aromatherapy

On-siteIn the spa areaOn requestFor a feeTreatment rooms

Cellulite treatment

On-siteIn the spa areaOn requestFor a feeTreatment rooms

Cleopatra bath

On-siteIn the spa areaOn requestFor a feeReservation necessary

Therapeutic drinking regimen

On-siteFree of charge
Sports
Sports: general

Tennis court

On requestFree of chargeOutdoor

Football

Free of chargeOutdoor

Archery

Basketball

Pool/billiards

For a fee

Boccia

Darts

Gym

Gymnastics

Table tennis

Tennis

For a fee

Volleyball

Beach and watersports

Stand-up paddling

On requestFor a feeThird-party operator

Aqua aerobics

On-siteFree of charge

Motorboat

Sports equipment hireSeasonalOn the premisesFor a feeThird-party operator

Paddle boating

Diving

For a feeThird-party operator

Snorkelling

For a feeThird-party operator

Water skiing

Other watersports

Board
Catering services

Breakfast

Free of chargeBuffetOnly included in All-InclusivePancakesTeaVegetarian foodLocal foodFruitsGluten-free foodFruit juiceEggsButterBreadCerealJamCheeseCoffeeYogurtDairy-freeGuests onlyCasual (dress code)

Lunch

Only included in All-Inclusive

Dinner

Only included in All-InclusiveCasual (dress code)

All-inclusive

Snacks

Only included in All-Inclusive
Additional offers

Alcoholic drinks

Only included in All-Inclusive

Diet meals

Gluten-free meals

Live cooking

Alcohol-free drinks

Only included in All-Inclusive
Payment options

Currency

Currency: EUR (€)

Payment options

VISAMasterCardAmerican Express
Sustainability
Standards / Certificates

ISO 9001

ISO 22000

Hygiene
General

Health checks on staff

Hygiene training for staff

Sanitiser dispenser

Temperature checks

Use of commercially available disinfectants

Hand hygiene training for employees

Protective equipment for employees

Social distancing regulations

Enhanced cleaning programme

Services

Disinfection of high-touch surfaces

Daily

Laundry washed at a minimum of 60°C/140°F

Digital room access

Disinfection of plastic key card

Electrostatic spray

Contactless payment

Debit cardsVISAMasterCard

Contactless check-in/-out

Hand sanitiser

Free of charge
Board

Packaged meals

Individually-packed meals

Digital menu (mobile phone)

EnglishGermanFrench
Standards

10-point plan (TUI)

Health First (Greece)

Miscellaneous

Minimum age

Age: 18

Children stay for free up to (age)

Depending on the scope of service bookedAge: 11Max. number: 1

Minimum stay (days)

3

Tourism fee

per night: €15.00

Arrival by car recommended

Location

This comfortable beach hotel lies in northeast of the island of Crete and offers an ideal starting point for those wishing to undertake interesting excursions out into the surrounding area. Quietly situated on a pleasant hillside, the hotel enjoys fabulous panoramic views out over the bay and lies within 300 m to 600 m from the nearest small bay (according to guests' room location), which may be reached by descending a flight of steps. Links to the public transport network in the form of a bus stop are to be found directly in front of the hotel and provides easy and convenient access to the centre of Agia Pelagia Kythira, which lies some 4.5 km away. There are many shopping venues as well as countless restaurants, diverse bars, pubs, cafés and many more nightlife venues to be found in the vicinity (within 5 km of the hotel). Iráklion is roughly 15 km away whilst it is approximately 17 km to Iráklion airport.

Facilities

The complex was modernised in 2025. The hotel has 2 lifts and features 379 rooms. The friendly staff at the reception desk in the lobby are happy to answer any questions. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a cash machine. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. A number of shops, including a souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional amenities include a TV room, a playroom and a library. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include a babysitting service (on request and for a fee), a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, an alarm call service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a page service, a hotel doctor and a hotel shuttle bus. A business centre with projector and photocopier is available.

Rooms

Air conditioning ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A welcome gift awaits guests. Guests can relax and enjoy the sea views from the balcony or private terrace of some rooms. Extra beds and children's beds are available at no extra charge upon request. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. Equipped with a direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi (no extra charge), the rooms provide many ways for guests to stay connected and entertained. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower. A hairdryer, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

Sports/Entertainment

The pool complex, which includes 3 outdoor and indoor pools, is ideal for exercise and active relaxation. Little swimmers can splash around in the children's swimming area. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. The complex offers outdoor sports, including bocce, volleyball, basketball and archery or, for a fee, tennis. Guests can take part in a comprehensive water sports programme, which includes water skiing, paddle boating and water aerobics, with motorboat rides, snorkelling and diving available for a fee. The hotel offers numerous indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, darts and callisthenics or, for a fee, billiards. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath and a therapeutic drinking regimen and, for an additional fee, a hammam, a spa, a beauty salon, massage treatments, hydrotherapy treatments, thalassotherapy treatments, aromatherapy, cellulite treatment and a Cleopatra bath. Leisure facilities include an entertainment programme, a kids' club, a kids' disco, live music and a dance club.

Meals

Dining facilities include a dining room, a bar and a lobby bar. Delicious specialities await guests in 2 non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurants. Refreshing drinks at the beach bar are a perfect way to enjoy warm weather. All-inclusive can be booked. Among the advantages of an all-inclusive stay are a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as well as special offers like snacks. A generous breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner offer plenty of delicious variety. Diet meals and gluten-free meals can be prepared on request. The show cooking is a particularly special attraction.

Payment

The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA and MasterCard.