Happy Cretan Suites

Absolutely beautiful hotel with great views of Crete, both at the property and traveling to and from the property.

The entire staff were friendly, welcoming and extremely professional. The property was unique… the room was spacious and the amenities were endless. We loved the high end blue tooth speaker system in our room as well as the robes and slippers. Dimitrios and Kostas were very helpful and Elizabeth gave us terrific deep tissue messages. Stella took great care of our room. The restaurant onsite was excellent and we were well attended to by the staff. We are grateful! We will return for sure!!

I had a stunning stay at Happy Cretan Suites during late September 2025. The staff, the facilities, the views, ambience and the food were all amazing. I wouldn’t hesitate to rebook this hotel and I have recommended it to all of my friends. On the first morning I opted for the complimentary yoga in the spa area which was incredible, the teacher was very knowledgable and I felt relaxed and energised following it. Lana who cleaned my room did a wonderful job, left me cute notes and complementary snacks most days. She was great, even when I was in her way because I returned to my room mid clean! The ladies doing the breakfast service were amazing too, I cannot remember their names but they were so kind and welcoming. Food was very very good Recommendations: a complimentary fresh 1L bottle of water should be provided for each room every day. I found it quite frustrating that there wasn’t free drinkable water available in the room when I arrived unless I bought some (I was parched after travelling the entire day). There was some overly priced water in the mini bar that you could purchase but most luxury hotels I stay in give you free water every day so I thought this was unusual. If a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine could be provided, a free bottle of water should be too. Pools were freezing cold, even after a hot day. Recommend to heat them Please put the yoga class on more than once a week, it was amazing so I’d have loved to have gone again.

The beds were a bit hard and uncomfortable. The shower drain was very slow and you had to walk through your own self to get out . I asked to have it resolved and nothing ever happened. You shouldn't have to ask twice in the bag to have something fixed. The staff was very friendly and the breakfast was quite Pleasant

The grounds were beautiful and very well kept. The staff were extremely friendly and made time to speak with us everyday. Would recommend staying here to anyone

They went above and beyond to make our honeymoon special. Highly recommend this hotel!

My time in Crete was absolutely amazing, I could not recommend it enough. The hotel was perfect. The food , the staff, the atmosphere, everything was spectacular. I am so happy with my stay here . If you are ever in Crete this hotel is a must. Thank you to Happy Cretan Suites :)

I'm travelling a lot for work and experience many what many would call exclusive hotels. As someone that wanted a nice environnement with privacy this was perfect .

The service was absolutely incredible here! From the moment we arrived, upon check-in we were offered cool and refreshing water with lemon slices. We were then given a tour of the compound and taken to our private suite where complimentary champagne and greek treats were waiting. The pool and view were stunning, the food in the restaurant is some of the best quality we had in Crete - *tip get the tzatziki and ask for the chef's sweet treat of the day - the room was cleaned every day to an impeccable standard - and my standards are sky high as I'm slightly OCD. The cleanliness and reaponsiveness of the staff is some of the best I've ever encountered. The breakfast was bountiful and as well as your usual continental style breakfast you can order hot food options at the bar. The pool for the private suite is shockingly cool in the day time which is lovely if you've been out in the sun all day but it warms up upon sunset. Parking is fantastic, we rented a car and never failed to find a spot no matter what time we returned to the hotel after spending time out. Happy Cretan Suites was truly a 10/10 experience and we would definitely return! Thank you so much to all the stuff who made our stay so fantastic.

I’ve been to Greece many times before, but this hotel made this trip my favorite. Hotel is set in a beautiful surrounding overlooking the ocean, the two pool areas were amazing, with plenty of sun loungers and umbrellas. Room was spacious, clean, and well appointed. Food, especially breakfast buffet, was delicious plentiful. All staff were kind and attentive the moment I walked in the door. The manager Dimitris even came to my room to deliver a very thoughtful parting gift the night before my departure. Would not hesitate to stay here again, 100% recommend, no complaints.

Stunning property. Stayed here with my teenage kids. Peaceful, gorgeous and lively! Loved it.

We spent 10 nights at Happy Cretan Suites in one of their stunning cave suites with a private pool, and it was a truly memorable experience. The suite was beautifully designed, offering a unique blend of luxury and natural charm, perfect for unwinding and soaking in the peaceful surroundings. The staff were absolutely lovely—warm, attentive, and always ready to help. They went out of their way to accommodate our vegan diet, and the food was consistently good, with thoughtful options that made dining a pleasure. The wellness offerings were a nice touch, though we would have appreciated more frequent yoga sessions and a broader selection of spa treatments. That said, the Saturday yoga class was excellent and left us feeling refreshed and centered. The property is walkable to town, but only during daylight hours due to the terrain, so we opted for taxis in the evenings. It's important to note that the location and layout are best suited for guests without mobility issues. Overall, Happy Cretan Suites is a wonderful choice for a relaxing getaway, especially if you're looking for a peaceful atmosphere, kind hospitality, and a touch of luxury.

The rooms were very clean and the service was very good. No corners were cut.

Expérience magnifique très relaxante !!

Such an beautiful and peaceful property

Rooms were amazing as was the restaurant.

We had the best time celebrating our honeymoon here! Everyone is truly so kind and welcoming. Views are beautiful. We could not have wanted anything more!

Amazing service all around and the staff were very kind and helpful. The hotel was clean, quiet and beautiful, it was the perfect place to relax and slow down.

I recommend it

Happy Cretan was the perfect place. The staff were so helpful and friendly. The rooms were immaculate, cleaned every day throughout the trip as well as all eating areas and the gym etc - everything was spotless! The breakfast was also a great selection, lots to choose from and all tasted fantastic! It is really the perfect relaxation place! Thank you Happy Cretan!!

Good property, lovely area, a little bit out the way, need a car to get around

très intimiste et reposant

Wunderschöne Anlage und äusserst freundliches Personal. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Ich würde beim nächsten Mal jedoch die Suite mit Pool buchen anstatt mit Whirlpool.

Our stay at Happy Cretan Hotel was absolutely fantastic! From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the friendly and welcoming staff who made us feel right at home. The suite room was nothing short of amazing, very modern, spacious, and impeccably clean, with a private pool that was perfect for relaxing in peace and privacy. Each morning, we enjoyed a delicious breakfast with a great variety of fresh options. The hotel's stylish and contemporary design added an extra touch of luxury to our experience. We can’t recommend Happy Cretan Hotel enough and will definitely be returning on our next visit to Crete!

Overall very good stay! Staff was really friendly and helpful and made the stay very welcoming.

About 30 minutes away from Heraklion, so I would recommend renting a car. You can arrange a taxi, but it’s better to have your own transportation on the island. Food was a bit hit or miss. Breakfast had a large spread- I didn’t know until after the fact but you can request an omelette or fresh eggs. Room was lovely and we enjoyed being in a hot tub suite!

Super

Mooie accommodatie met vriendelijk personeel

Amazing holiday thanks to friendly kind staff . Good facilities. Brilliant trip recommend it

This is a very nice property with super nice people! They had multiple pools, bars, and restaurants to choose from. Saying that, the food was meh. It had plenty of options and items to choose from, but in our opinion wasn’t real good. We decided to take the 8EU cab ride into town and eat there every night. We had one of the suites and it was excellent. Very spacious room and bathroom/shower area. Not to mention the hot tub right outside your room was incredible. The only issue we had was with Laundry service. We received our clothes later than the time we were told and when we got them back they were still wet due to them having dryer issues. Thankfully we weren’t flying out and only to pack them in a bag in our cab to our next location. A bit of a pain but not the end of the world. All in all a wonderful place to stay but you may want to step out to get your food.

Das Hotel hat uns sehr gut gefallen.

Excellent dining staff and dinner.

Es war sooo eine schöne zeit würde es jedem empfehlen. nächstes jahr wieder!!

We had a really enjoyable stay at the Happy Cretan Resort. The sea view from our room was gorgeous, and it was one of the highlights of the trip. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, and the amenities were everything we needed for a relaxing stay. We spent a lot of time at the pool, which was peaceful and had amazing views. The restaurant served very good food, and we appreciated the variety and quality. What stood out most was the friendly and helpful staff—everyone was welcoming and went out of their way to make us feel at home. Overall, it was a great experience, and we’d definitely stay here again if we’re back in Crete.

Everything

Wonderful! 12/10 ⭐️

SEHR EMPFEHLENSWERT Super Freundliches Personal, sehr hilfsbereit Wunderschöne Hotelanlage mit schöner Aussicht Wir haben unsere 8 Tage genossen mit dem superleckerem Frühstücksbüffet. Es gab einen Wilkommenschampagner und ein kleines Abshiedsgeschenk mit einem selbstgeshriebenem Brief. Ein herzliches Dankeschön an das freundliche Personal.

The staff was truly amazing and very helpful with everything! The only thing I would recommend is a shuttle service to the city center. 45 euros each way adds up quick and expensive.

Merveilleux hôtel avec une vue magnifique. Le personnel est vraiment attentionné et la nourriture est excellente. Je recommande sans hésiter cet hôtel.

Stunning location and amazing staff! We stayed 4 days and 3 nights. We very much enjoyed a great night of traditional Greek music and dancing with an incredible meal. The Stone room was beautiful and the amenities were amazing! 25/10 highly recommend! The menu was absolutely delicious as well!

Location is fantastic

The resort was amazing. ❤️ The staff SUPER friendly and the food awesome. Will be going back for sure and for a longer period. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Lovely setting overlooking the sea our room was spotlessly clean and really comfortable. Everything we needed was provided and a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine was waiting for us. Our room had its own private outside seating area and jacuzzi which was lovely - although the communal pools and other facilities were also excellent. The included breakfast was superb and the service was exceptional, as was the dinner and traditional entertainment in the evening. All in all an excellent stay!

The entire staff went above and beyond in every aspect. Once they heard we were checking out early, b4 breakfast, they made 2 "to go" breakfasts that we could eat on the ferry. I cant say enough about the staff and property. Our only mistake was not renting a car, but we were there to relax

Wow wow wow ! The hotel was just beautiful The view breathtaking? The staff AMAZING!!!! Awesome food !!! Lots of choices. We would definitely recommend and we will be going back with family ❤️❤️❤️

L emplacement, la propreté, Dimitri et ses équipes sont à l écoute pour rendre le sejour le plus agréable possible. Un endroit parfait pour se relaxer

J’ai oublié des vêtements dans la chambre à moins qu’ils aient été volés par un membre du personnel. J’aimerais les récupérer si cela est possible.

Fabulous

Amazing property and staff. I miss it already. Can’t rave about this property enough. The staff is amazing. We were welcomed with a personal note and champagne as well as sweet treats. They even packed us a breakfast on our last day as we were leaving very early. We were even given a goodbye gift.

10/10

Fantastisk läge ca 20 min promenad från den lilla staden Agia Pelagia. Hotellet verkar renoverats i omgångar med fantastiska villor med egen pool och ultramoderna detaljer samt den lite äldre delen. Två poolområden där den ena tillhör den nya fräscha och den andra andra bra, lite äldre charm. Mkt trevlig frukost-restaurang både inne och ute med fantastisk utsikt men deras huvudrestaurant känns gammal och oinspirerad. Köket andas inte modernt eller ungt. Vänlig personal som gör sitt yttersta för att hjälpa till. Gå då hellre ned till Agia Pekagia och boka bord på Galea. Ett härligt utegym och en till fitness-facilitet med äldre maskiner. Utsikten är underbar.

Very welcoming Wonderful breakfast option for diners! Friendly and helpful staff . Taught us some Greek phases! Hand written Welcome note and good bye !! Super hotel and staff. Even we had horrible weather we had good time !!! Thanks

Super Urlaub

Very friendly and accommodating staff. Food and room incredible. I want to come back for sure.

I like the area of property only

This was a terrific hotel about 25 kilometers out of Heraklion. It was fine for us because we had a car and the driving easy. The hotel was walking distance down the hill Agia Pelagia which is a cute little beach town. We ate at the hotel restaurant one night and were pleasantly surprised at the overall quality of the dishes we had- way better than a hotel restaurant usually is. The staff was great and the breakfast buffet was very good. If you are planning a trip to Knossos and the Archeological Museum this is a good option. It was nice to get back to the quiet of an out of town hotel. The only downside is they are trying to hard to be kitschy which is totally unnecessary for such a quality property. We loved it all in all

Endroit sublime, l'équipe est pro, souriante, toujours la si besoin Un lieu avec de grande qualité, un cadre magnifique Je recommande !

Just amazing! Dream place! Would definitely be coming back!❤️

Beautiful property! Friendly staff, delicious food . Highly recommend

Small resort on the hill overlooking the sea. New pool is sweet. We had a hot tub room, which was perfect. We overheard others with saying the private pools were too cold to hang out in. Breakfast was delicious. Walking to the beach town nearby was fun. Roads are very narrow and dark at night. It’s easy to get a cab back to the hotel.

excellent facilities and staff

The staff were wonderful. The food was great and the breakfast spread was amazing. Beautiful pools and views.

Perfect

Absolutely stunning accommodation! Our room was perfect, the pools were beautiful and breakfast was delicious. The atmosphere was quiet and lovely. It is close to a little beach town you can go enjoy the beach, shops and restaurants

This resort was absolutely beautiful and the entire staff was very friendly and always available to answer questions or help with getting transportation.

Die Zimmer mit dem eigenen Pool sind hervorragend! Zwar recht kompakt, aber dennoch offen genug (Raumaufteilung, Glasfront mit Schiebetüren). Hochwertige Ausstattung! Frühstück ist solide. Es gibt noch 3 weitere kleine Pools für die Allgemeinheit.

Beautiful view and qas very nice and clean.

Staff very friendly and excellent service

Perfect location. Close enough to everything but also far enough away. Included breakfast was a huge bonus.

Chambre avec deux terrasses et beaucoup d'espace. Literie très confortable. Complexe de piscine exceptionnel. Personnel au top. Soirée restaurant le soir avec musiciens très agréable.

Amazing quiet little spot. Everything you want in a room and the personal pools (15’ x 20’ and 5’ deep) are next level. You will not regret staying here.

The daily breakfast was amazing with all the fresh ingredients. The beauty of the property and night sky was incredibly.

Lage, Ausstattung und Personal waren super, wir kommen gerne wieder

Très bel hôtel De la place au petit déjeuner Également à la piscine Hôtel de bon standing

Fabulous hotel , brilliant staff and service Would highly recommend

The most amazing views directly from the outside gym! Beautiful pools, stars to heaven! All employees were friendly, especially in the restaurant where we were dining every night. We'll be back!

Nous avons adoré notre séjour. Les piscines sont extraordinaires et le personnel est au petit soin. Je recommande sans hésiter.

This is by far the nicest hotel and location we have ever stayed. Seriously. We arrived to our beautiful room and found a hand written note from management with chilled champagne and sweets. We were stunned by the sunsets over the water of the ocean and the amazing pools! The food was very good in the restaurant and the breakfast buffet was excellent. This is a destination location!

Alles ganz ok.

Lindo lugar , la suite súper amplia y cómoda. Lo único fueron los desayunos.. no eran muy buenos, no había mucha variedad y los vasos eran una miniatura para el jugo

Amenities were amazing and pool was perfect

Muito bom hotel.A localização não é muito boa!

Amazing place with nice view and set up, one of the nicest places I’ve seen in a while.

Our first time in Crete. The hotel was amazing. Along with our VIP access we received an upgrade including a private jacuzzi. The views were stunning. The Spa services and facilities were one of the best I have experienced.

Excellent property very clean, Very friendly and helpful staff. Great gym. Great pool area. Not far to beaches and restaurants.

The hotel has the most amazing staff, the food is great and the location is just a great peaceful hideout from the city... Highly recommended. We took the cave suite with private pool in june, it was quiet and nice and nearly no one gets near the suite expect for the cleaning lady! Great for our honey moon

Sehr netter Personal Leckeres Frühstück super Anlage leider zu kurz

Spectacular view, not too far from the airport. Wonderful room, clean and spacious, we got a room with private pool and sea view. Nice beaches close by. Strongly recommend getting a rental car to move around. Stay on the main roads!!! Food at the hotel could be better (breakfastis is ok), you are better off finding restaurants to eat out for dinner.

Sehr schön das hotel, und super freundlich

Rien à redire si ce n’est magnifique 😍

Very nice property, but only a few maintenance related items. The first night my tv did not work. A cable was changed but this should be check as part of room readiness. Also, my phone did not work and the AC condensate drips continually when it is on so the living room floor pools with water. I reported all 2@4 items for correction.

Initial reception and welcome at the hotel was wonderful. Provided us with complimentary drinks and overview of the room. Staff, food and rooms were exceptional. Location and outside fitness centres also amazing.

Excellent stay - and the staff were very attentive!

Beautiful and peaceful.

Stunning new facilities with great view and fantastic staff to maximise your stay

Un hôtel parfait avec une mention spéciale à l’accueil de Dimitri et surtout aux deux personnes qui nous ont servis les soirs au restaurant. Une gentillesse hors norme. Le restaurant est également absolument parfait. Bravo, on reviendra dans votre havre de paix avec une vue magnifique.

We had a great time at this hotel. Everything was great, including the service and comfortable rooms. Al the staff members are amazing and extremely accommodating. We wished the hotel had a spa and a faster wifi, but it was not a deal breaker.

This is an absolute must-stay property. It is gorgeous, the rooms are impeccably clean and modern with so many small touches. The staff is beyond compare and made us feel like family. The food is amazing and the free breakfast was plentiful and delicious. We loved every aspect of our stay and will stay here again if the opportunity allows. Splurge for the suites with the private pool if you can. You will not regret it, I promise.

Cadre idyllique, personnel attentionné et professionnel.

The staff here (Demetrios especially) get an A for warmth and hospitality. The hotel itself is beautiful, with an amazing view of the hillside below and sea, off in the distance. We loved the private hot tub and delicious food, and sweet personal note greetings/farewell as well as a daily sweet treat in our room. The only thing that could have made it better was if there was a courtesy shuttle that brings you down to the beach/town--even if there was a small charge. Since the customers are generally from out of town, we would need an umbrella/chairs/blanket etc. I think most people would be willing to rent them for the day so that could help offset the shuttle. It's too far to walk and carry so much and climb back up the big hill at the end of the day and going into town with a private taxi gets pricey. Just an idea. Anyhow, we loved our stay there!