Resort General Information
Nestled on an expanse of gorgeously landscaped acres of Mediterranean gardens with a lengthy sandy beach, this spacious resort offers to its guests a masterful blend of assured comfort and Crete's warm hospitality
The Cretan hospitality...
Kernos Beach is a 4,5-star hotel complex nestled on an expanse of gorgeously landscaped acres of Mediterranean gardens, with its very popular long sandy beach, offering to its guests assured comfort and Crete’s warm hospitality. Ideal for those seeking a relaxing holiday, it consists of 287 rooms, bungalows and suites.
Transportation
The resort is within easy reach of the town of Malia, Stalis, a waterpark, an aquarium and other attractions. Knossos, the capital of Minoan Crete, home to the legendary King Midas and the Minotaur are 30 minutes away. The nearby Agios Nikolaos Port offers connections to nearby islands allowing you to travel and explore the treasures of the Aegean. Chauffeured service is available for airport and port transfers and local transport by taxi. Car hire can also be arranged.
Airport / port
32 km (25 minutes drive) from Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis”, which is served by several daily flights from Athens (40 min) and other major European cities
35 km (30 minutes drive) from Heraklion Port, offering also connections to nearby islands
Experience the spectacular hotel’s sandy beach
The Resort is situated directtly to a long secluded white sandy beach with umbrellas and sun beds that are free to use. The shallow waters make the beaches here especially family-friendly, and there is a variety of tavernas, restaurants and bars. Lovers of watersports will have no difficulty finding what they are after. The sea is between 20°C and 27°C during the main season.
Sport & recreation
If you need more than sun, sea and sand, Kernos Beach Hotel & Bungalows offers a range of sports and activities to keep everyone in the family happy all-day long.
Pools of the Kernos Beach Resort
Outdoor freshwater swimming pools including the main pool, a children's pool and a baby pool.
Climate in crete
Summer is the most popular time to visit Crete. Kernos Beach Hotel & Bungalows opens from April until the end of October. The average temperature in Summer is between 27°C and 30°C and the island receives between 9 to 12 hours of sunshine daily. The chances of experiencing rain are very slim with the average rainfall at about 0mm in June, July and August and 10mm in September.
There are big differences between the day and evenings temperatures, providing the island with much welcome relief for those struggling with the heat during the day.
Operating period
The Resort operates from Apr 9 to Oct 31.
Nearby cities - local interest
Located just a walking distance from small towns, where there are many shopping and night - life possibilities.
Town of Malia - Walking distance
Stalis - Walking distance
Heraklion - 32km Distance (25 minutes)
Agios nikolaos - 32km Distance (35 minutes)
Kernos Beach Hotel & Bungalows is the ideal place to spend a relaxing family holiday. The shallow water of the beach makes it a fun and safe place for families with young children.
Kids activities
Children's pool
Baby pool
Outdoor playground
Baby facilities
Baby chairs at the restaurants
Children's menus
Baby necessities in hotel mini-market