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About the Hotel

Lygaria, Agia Pelagia (Crete), Greece, 71500
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Close to Mades Beach
Great
8.9
6.9
/10
4.0
3.9
/5

The stunning 5-star Athina Palace Resort & Spa Agia Pelagia is located 25 km from Nikos Kazantzakis airport and offers an infinity pool as well as a fitness studio. The luxurious hotel offers a banquet hall, about a 10-minute ride from the Psaromoura Beach, making it an attractive choice.

Location

This Agia Pelagia resort is situated in a beach area, in the vicinity of the Cretan Sea, 2.3 km from the Ligaria Beach. The Athina Palace Agia Pelagia is also within 25 minutes' walk of a private beach.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Lygaria Beach, which is 2.2 km away. Mades Beach is also situated only a 14-minute walk away.

Athina Palace bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is within a few blocks of the accommodation.

Rooms

Some of the renovated rooms have a seating area and a dining area, and such facilities as complimentary wireless internet and a direct dial telephone, along with a minibar fridge. Also, they feature coloured flooring. Guests can enjoy stunning views of the pool.

Eat & Drink

Dining options include a pizza restaurant, which features seafood dishes as well as Greek restaurant with its Greek cuisine, and more. The beach bar provides you with a place to unwind. Guests can enjoy panoramic views from this bar.

Leisure & Business

Athina Palace Resort & Spa also offers live performances, themed dinner nights, and discos. Furthermore, the hotel provides access to a spa salon, as well as a basketball court and a tennis court. Wellness options at the property include a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and locker rooms, and such beauty treatments as pedicure, manicure, and facials. Business travellers are welcome to use a business centre offered on site.

Must-do experiences

  • Savor fresh seafood at Taverna Akrogiali along the coast.
  • Explore the stunning Agia Pelagia beach at sunset for great views.
  • Visit the ancient ruins of Knossos for a glimpse into history.
  • Discover local delicacies at Agia Pelagia's weekly farmers' market.
  • Take a cooking class with Anna for authentic Cretan cuisine.
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Athina Palace Resort & Spa offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Double Sea View
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Sea view
Shower
Balcony
Superior Double Inland View
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Landscape view
Shower
Balcony
Superior Single Inland View
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Landscape view
Shower
Balcony
Double Economy Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Balcony
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Facilities

Athina Palace Resort & Spa offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.7/10Review score

General

  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Private beach
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Canoeing
  • Tennis court
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Board games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Seasonal indoor pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Beauty treatment
  • Massage
  • Hot spring bath
  • Open-air bath
  • Pool with view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Athina Palace Resort & Spa Location

Lygaria, Agia Pelagia (Crete), Greece, 71500
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Lygaria, Agia Pelagia (Crete), Greece, 71500
Nearby
Beach
Mades Beach
3900 ft
Restaurants
ND Lygaria
1.4 mi
Main Beach Rd
Getting around
City Centre
Agia Pelagia (Crete)22 min  ·  1.1 mi
Airports
Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)38 min  ·  15.4 mi
Chania International Airport "Ioannis Daskalogiannis" (CHQ)195 min  ·  80.7 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Athina Palace Resort & Spa provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Greek, Russian
Number of rooms:
298
Former name
athina palace resort and spa

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Athina Palace Resort & Spa from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 148 verified reviews
8.3/10
Great
83%
Recommend
Breakfast
9.1/10
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
8.9/10
Facilities
8.7/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.4/10
Location
9.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
10.0/10
Staff
9.1/10
Value for money
8.6/10
Guest reviews
based on 268 reviews
8.9/10
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