Resort General Information
Creta Maris Beach Resort, 5* All-inclusive Resort - For families and couples in Hersonissos Crete, Greece,
The Creta Maris Beach Resort combines tradition, elegance and Cretan Hospitality in a safe and sustainable environment.
Creta Maris is a member of Metaxa Hospitality Group with 45 years of history in hospitality industry.
The multi-awarded Creta Maris offers high quality services and an array of interesting activities and facilities for children & adults.
It is certified with the Covid-Shield, implementing all the health & safety measures for a memorable and safe holiday experience.
The Greek village-style layout of the resort with the picturesque quaint twisting paths, piazzas, gardens and the Blue-Flag awarded beach on-site make the ideal setting for authentic holidays in Crete.
Accomodation
Creta Maris Beach Resort offers a great variety of room categories within the two main buildings and the bungalows.
All rooms are equipped with all necessary comforts and offer either a balcony or a terrace.
The total capacity of Creta Maris Beach Resort is 680 rooms including Deluxe Rooms, Family rooms, Suites and Villa.
Deluxe Mountain/ Garden View.
Deluxe rooms with mountain or Garden view include all necessities for a comfortable and pleasant stay.
Surface: 27 - 30 m2 Deluxe Mountain/ Garden View rooms are located either at the Maris building, the Terra building or at the Bungalows, and include one bedroom, bathroom with bathtub or shower, balcony or terrace, view to the mountain, and accommodate 1 up to 3 adults + 1 infant. For physically challenged guests, there are equivalent rooms with shower.
Deluxe Pool Front
Deluxe Pool Front rooms, in a minimum distance from a pool, include all necessities for a comfortable and pleasant stay.
Surface: 27 - 30 m2
Deluxe Pool Front rooms are located either at the Maris building or at the Bungalows, in front of a pool, and include one bedroom, bathroom with bathtub or shower, balcony or terrace, view to the pool, and accommodate 1 up to 3 adults + 1 infant.
For physically challenged guests, there are equivalent rooms with shower.
Deluxe Sea View
Deluxe Sea View rooms with an incredible view to the Mediterranean, include all necessities for a comfortable and pleasant stay.
Surface: 27 - 30 m2
Deluxe Sea View rooms are located either at the Maris building, the Terra building or at the Bungalows, and include one bedroom, bathroom with bathtub or shower, balcony or terrace and offer an incredible view to the Mediterranean. This type of rooms can accommodate 1 up to 3 adults + 1 infant.
For physically challenged guests, there are equivalent rooms with shower.
Deluxe Sea Front
The Deluxe Sea Front rooms combine the traditional architecture of the resort with a more fresh and modern air offering beautiful views to the sea with a sea breeze and a calm sound of the waves.
Surface: 30 m2
The Deluxe Sea Front rooms are located at the lower part of the resort, either at the Maris building or at the Bungalows, in a minimum distance from the sea, and can accommodate 1 up to 3 adults + 1 infant, containing one bedroom and one bathroom with bathtub, balcony or terrace with direct view to the water
For physically challenged guests, there are equivalent rooms with shower.
Family Room Open Plan
The Family Rooms Open Plan have been carefully designed and furnished to ensure that the whole family will feel comfortable.
Surface: 33m2
The Family Rooms Open Plan are located either at the Terra building and at the Bungalows upper area, while they are ideal for a 2 Adults & 2 Children, a 3-adults and 1 child family (minimum capacity is 4 persons)
Consisting of one open plan room including one double or twin beds & two sofa beds, bathroom with bathtub, and a balcony or terrace with view to the mountain/ garden.
Family Room – 1 Bedroom
The Family Rooms – 1 Bedroom have been carefully designed and furnished to ensure that the whole family will feel comfortable and will all have their own "space".
Surface: 38m2 - 73m2
The Family Rooms – 1 Bedroom are located either at the Maris building, the Terra building or at the Bungalows, while they are ideal for a 2 Adults, 2 Children & 1 infant, a 3-adults, 1 child & 1 infant or a 4 adults’ family with 1 infant (minimum capacity is 4 persons),
Consisting of one bedroom, 1 or 2 bathrooms with bathtub, a sitting room and a balcony or terrace with view to the garden.
Family Connecting Rooms
The Family Connecting Rooms have been carefully designed and furnished to ensure that the whole family will feel comfortable and will all have their own "space".
Surface: 58m2 - 60m2
The Family Connecting Rooms are located either at the Terra building or at the Bungalows, at the upper part of the resort, while they are ideal for a family consisting of six persons and minimum capacity of 5 persons.
They consist of 2 separate bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with bathtub and 2 balconies or terraces with view to the garden.
Suite Sea View
The Suites Sea View located either in Maris Building, Terra Building or at the Bungalows, spacious and full of daylight, create an atmosphere of coziness, while offering unique view of the sea.
Surface: 50-74 m2
The Suites Sea View located either at the Maris building, Terra Building or at the Bungalows, are composed of one bedroom and 1-2 bathrooms with bathtub or shower, Sitting room, balcony or terrace and host 1 up to 4 adults & 1 infant.
Note: In all rooms a baby cot may be offered, upon request
Collection Suites
The beautiful and spacious Collection Suites offer a wonderful sea view, 1-2 bedrooms, 1 sitting room, 1-2 bathrooms with bathtub, balcony or terrace, and can accommodate 2 up to 4 adults & 1 infant in a spacious area of 53m2 - 103m2.
All Collection Suites are located at the Bungalows, at the lower part of the resort. Collection Suites consist of:
• The Deluxe Sea Front Suites (3 Suites) are composed of one bedroom and 1 bathroom with bathtub, sitting room, balcony or terrace and host up to 4 adults & 1 infant, covering a total area of 53m2 - 77m2. The balcony or terrace offers direct sea view.
• The Deluxe 2-Bedroom Sea View Suite (1 Suite) offer a panoramic view of the resort 2 up to 4 adults & 1 infant in 2 bedrooms in a spacious 2-floor area of 103m2, 1 sitting room and 2 bathrooms with bathtub.
• The Deluxe Panorama Sea Front Suite offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the beach and within 96m2, accommodating 2 up to 4 adults & 1 infant in 2 bedrooms, 1 sitting room and 2 bathrooms with bathtub.
Unique Suites
The beautiful and spacious Unique Suites offer a wonderful sea view, 1-2 bedrooms, 1 sitting room, 2 bathrooms with bathtub or shower, balcony or terrace, and can accommodate 2 up to 4 adults & 1 infant in a spacious area of 139m2.
All Unique Suites are located at the lower part of the resort, at the Maris building.
The Ambassador Suite
located at the Maris building, offers a great Sea view and can accommodate 2 up to 4 adults & 1 infant. It consists of one master bedroom with en-suite bathroom with Jacuzzi, 1 living-room with fireplace, 1 supporting bedroom (can be converted into an office) with bathroom with bathtub, visitors’ WC, Desk, Dining Area and balcony. The 139m2 space provides an exercise area (including a static bicycle), Sauna/Shower, Internet Access and Fax / Two or More Telephones Lines (Upon request).
The Presidential Suite
located at the Maris building and can accommodate up to 3 adults. Covering 139m2.
Consists of 1 master bedroom with separate sitting area and dressing room, a dining area seating 8 persons, a living room, desk area and 1 bathroom with separate bathtub and a shower, kitchenette, visitors’ WC and 1 extra supporting bedroom with an en-suite bathroom.
There is also the option of a secondary supporting bedroom with a bathroom with shower, providing accommodation for up to 2 guests, on an extra charge (upon availability). The terrace offers great sea view as the Jacuzzi, while a fitness corner (static bicycle), Internet Access, and a Fax / Two or More Telephones Lines (Upon request) are among the privileges.
Creta Maris Pool Villa
A Waterfront Villa that will exceed your expectations with the spectacular view of the vast blue and the discreet luxury and can accommodate 2 up to 4 adults & 1 infant.
The private pool and all the comforts & standards keep you calm and relaxed enjoying the privacy of this exclusive “Pool Villa”.
Four adults may live the ultimate experience of the two-leveled suite (160 m2), that provides unique facilities.
On the ground floor, there is one bedroom with Walkin closet and a bathroom with sauna, a dining room hosting 8 persons, kitchenette, Lounge and a visitors’ WC.
The ground floor outdoor area consists of private garden, outdoor dining area, deck chairs, outdoor shower, private swimming pool and direct access to the beach.
On the first floor, there is a second bedroom with Walk-in closet, a bathroom with Jacuzzi and Sauna, a lounge with mini bar and balcony with breathtaking sea view.
The Creta Maris Pool Villa is located at the waterfront area of the resort, at the Bungalows
All rooms’ facilities include:
Individually controlled Air-Conditioning, Smart TV, Direct-Dial Telephone, WIFI Internet, Safety Deposit Boxes, Laundry / Dry-Cleaning Service (upon request with extra charge), Iron and Ironing-board, Hairdryer, slippers, Mini Bar, Coffee & Tea Facilities.
Note: a baby cot can be provided in all rooms upon request.
Restaurants & Bars
Restaurants - Bars & snack points at Creta Maris
1. Cosmos Main Restaurant, serving local, Mediterranean and International cuisine - Open Daily
Tempting choices, prepared on a daily basis by the hotel's chef, will entice you with their variety, taste and quality of local products.
The extensive buffets for breakfast, lunch & dinner will prove to be a temptation very hard to resist.
"Cosmos", one of the two Main Restaurants located in Maris Building, serves dishes from the Mediterranean & International cuisine.
Most of dishes are Cretan but we also host dishes from other Mediterranean regions. A pasta buffet reminds us daily of our neighbor, Italy, while health food lovers may choose from a selection of grilled dishes, salads and vegetarian dishes.
Every evening you will find a variety of Cretan dishes, dishes from Greece and the Mediterranean region. We also feature grill, carvery and show cooking, along with a wholesome cold buffet and a dessert buffet to complement our daily culinary journey.
At buffet tables, you will see the name and the origin of each dish. We also tag low-calorie, vegetarian, and gluten-free dishes. A Children Buffet is also available.
Dress code is applied during dinner (no beachwear, no sportswear, no flip flops).
Note: The buffet is served exclusively by the restaurants’ staff.
Early Breakfast (on request one day in advance): 05:00 - 07:30 Buffet
Breakfast: 07:30 - 10:30 Buffet
Lunch: 12:30 - 14:30 Buffet
Dinner: 18:30 - 21:30 Buffet
2. Cochlias * atmospheric sea front BBQ Buffet restaurant - Open 6 Nights Per week
In an idyllic atmosphere, overlooking the sea, with the moon reflecting on the water’s surface,
"Cochlias" is expecting you to enjoy a special BBQ dinner.
Note: Dress code is applied during dinner (no beachwear, no sportswear, no flip flops).
A reservation is required one day in advance
Dinner: 18:30 - 21:30
3. Platia *, Creative Greek Cuisine by the old chapel, next to the pool - Open 6 Nights Per week
Platia’ (Πλατεία) is the Greek word for an open space in the center of traditional villages and cities. Usually surrounded by buildings and streets, it is commonly situated in front of a Church. As a heart of every community, “platia” is where locals gather, meet, socialize, celebrate and even flirt.
In Creta Maris, Platia restaurant is located by the main swimming pool of Terra Building, next to the Holy Trinity traditional chapel and is the central point for you to meet the Contemporary and Creative Greek Cuisine. In a Byzantine-decorated space, pure products from all over Greece are carefully chosen to prepare popular recipes in unexpected and inspired combinations, with originality in texture and presentation.
Note: Dress code is applied during dinner (no beachwear, no sportswear, no flip flops).
Dinner: 18:30 - 22:00 A la carte
4. Pithos *, the real traditional Cretan tavern, - Open 6 Nights Per week
Certified for using products of organic farming Throughout the Ancient Greek World, the word ‘Pithos’ (Πίθος), was used to describe an arthenware jar used for holding and storing food. Worthy of its name,
Pithos a la carte restaurant is a storing place for the genuine gastronomy of Crete.
The philosophy is based on the authenticity of our supplies, some of which are grown at the Creta Maris organic field, while the rest come from local businesses/producers, certified for growing and distributing products of organic farming.
Thus, the Bio Hellas Institute has awarded Pithos with the ‘Bio-Kouzina Gold’ certification, for offering at least 90% of organic dishes on its menu.
We promise you that in Pithos you will taste pure, locally sourced and high quality products, combined in delicious dishes, that will take you on a journey through the tastes & aromas of Crete.
Note: Dress code is applied during dinner (no beachwear, no sportswear, no flip flops).
A reservation is required one day in advance
Dinner: 18:30 - 22:00 A la carte
5. Estia Serving local & Mediterranean cuisine - Open Daily
Tempting choices, prepared on a daily basis by the hotel's chef, will entice you with their variety, taste and quality of local products.
The extensive buffets for breakfast and lunch will prove to be a temptation very hard to resist. Estia, located in Terra Building, is the second Main Restaurant of the Resort.
Most of our dishes are Cretan but we also host dishes from other Mediterranean regions.
A pasta buffet reminds us daily of our neighbor, Italy, while health food lovers may choose from a selection of grilled dishes, salads and vegetarian dishes.
At buffet tables, you will see the name and the origin of each dish. We also tag low-calorie and vegetarian dishes.
Estia restaurant operates as a thematic restaurant for dinner, offering a great variety of simple creative selections of Italian specialties, such as antipasti, fresh salads, and “a la minute” pizza & pasta.
Undoubtedly, Italian cuisine becomes the favorite cuisine of children of all ages, from any corner of the world, when using the magic words pizza, spaghetti, and gelato! This cuisine, with its touching and magnificent simplicity, is offered to you at Estia restaurant and we are confident you will enjoy it to the fullest.
Breakfast & Brunch: 07:30 - 12:30 Buffet
Light Lunch: 12:30 - 17:30 Buffet
Dinner*: 18:30 - 21:30 Italian Buffet (freshly made pizza,
pasta, antipasti and Italian Mediterranean delicacies)
6. Almyra Serving local & Mediterranean cuisine, by the main pool - Open Daily
“Almyra” (Αλμύρα) - meaning salty in Greek - is used for everything connected to sea saltiness: the essence of life.
Surrounded by the blue of the sea and the main swimming pool of Maris Building,
Almyra buffet and a la carte restaurant offers you a cuisine that is based on seasonal, quality local ingredients that compose delicate Greek and Cretan flavors.
With the magic hour of sunset bringing a romantic and serene atmosphere at Almyra’s open veranda, we promise you a relaxed ... and memorable dining experience.
Note: Dress code is applied during dinner (no beachwear, no sportswear, no flip flops).
A reservation is required for dinner one day in advance.
Breakfast: 08:00 - 11:00 Buffet
Lunch: 12:30 - 14:30 Buffet
Dinner*: 18:30 - 21:30 À la carte
Late Dinner: 22:00 - 24:00 Buffet
❖ Note: Restaurants marked with star (*) operate upon reservation, and each of them may be booked once a week.
❖ During meals (lunch and dinner) guests can enjoy unlimited Cretan Wine, Beer, Soft drinks, Water.
❖ Dress code applies in all restaurants for dinner.
Snack Points
7. Waterpark Kitchen & Bar - Open Daily
Snacks, Salads, Pizza, Burgers 12:00 - 18:00
8. Snack Point - Open Daily
Toasts & Hot Dogs 11:30 - 18:00
Bars in Creta Maris
Ammos Coffee, Beverages, Spirits & Cocktails 10:00 - 18:00
18:00 - 24:00 (Mid-June to Mid-September)
Kourites Coffee, Beverages, Spirits & Cocktails 10:00 - 18:00
18:00 - 24:00 (Mid-June to Mid-September) Crepes, Waffles & Ice Cream 11:30 - 18:00
Spira Coffee, Beverages, Spirits & Cocktails 10:00 – 18:00
Idaia Coffee, Beverages, Spirits & Cocktails 18:00 – 02:00
Romantic Bar Coffee, Beverages, Spirits & Cocktails 09:00 – 00:30
Steki Coffee, Beverages, Spirits & Cocktails 10:00 – 18:00 Ice Cream
Disco (6 times per week) Beverages, Spirits & Cocktails Night (adults) Disco 23:00 – 01:00
Cine Creta Maris Bar (Mid-June to MidSeptember) Beverages, Wine & Beer 20:30 - 24:00
Waterpark Kitchen & Bar Coffee, Beverages & Beer 10:00 - 18:00
Services & Facilities
• Asterias Kids Club (4 to 11 years, 6 days/ week, except from Sunday)
• Fully equipped indoor & outdoor playground
• Team games inspired by the Cretan history and customs
• Games offering knowledge about the environment and how it can be protected
• Mini Disco
• Baby Room (up to 5 years, from July to August, 6 days/ week, except from Sunday) - Baby Room with toys (necessary presence of a parent/ guardian)
Leisure Activities
• “Opsigias” - Traditional Raisins’ Production
• “Xelikisma” – Traditional Grapes’ cleaning- Raisins’ finish
• “Soutzoukia” – Traditional Cretan dessert
• “Sykopitarides” - Traditional Cretan dessert
The Hotel reserves the right to alter the above described operational hours and services according to weather, occupancy conditions, or/and any Greek Government’s Guidelines regarding Covid-19.
Note: The all-inclusive program is valid for all individual reservations. MICE & group’s program is subject to special arrangements, customized according to group’s requirements and cannot be part of the leisure program described above. For groups & events please contact our sales department and will be delighted to offer you a tailor-made operation program.