Mitsis Cretan Village

Overview

This outstanding 4 star hotel comes with multiple outdoor pools for children and adults, kids’ clubs, a premium spa with a heated indoor pool and a host of activities including tennis, mini golf and water sports. Chose to dine at the Mediterranean buffet or enjoy an evening of fine dining at the taverna overlooking the ocean. The hotel boasts a prime position by the Blue Flag-awarded Anissaras Beach.

Location

Mitsis Cretan Village enjoys a prime location next to Paralia Anissaras, a Blue Flag-awarded beach in northern Crete. With easy access to water sports including snorkelling, scuba diving and jet skiing, you won’t have to travel far and wide to make the most of your holiday. Transfers to and from the airport take just 25 minutes, while nearby attractions including Crete Golf Club and Lychnostatis Open Air museum can be reached in 15 minutes.

Facilities

With 5 outdoor seawater pools surrounded by sun beds and parasols, the hotel offers plenty of opportunity for recreation. Kids get 2 outdoor pools of their own, and an additional pool with 2 fun water slides. Your little ones can also look forward to the all-day Mini Club, an outdoor playground and a games room. During the summer, the hotel hosts a club just for teens, with organised sports, movie nights and pool games.

When it’s time to truly unwind, the hotel spa has everything you need. You’ll discover a heated seawater pool, a traditional hammam, a hydro pool, and an impressive range of massage and beauty treatments. The spa centre also features a fully-equipped gym, a nail parlour, and a full-service hair salon.

The hotel provides sun loungers with parasols on the beautiful Anissaras beach, just yards from your accommodation. The crystal-clear water makes this a great spot for snorkelling and swimming, and you’ll find a beach bar serving chilled cocktails and soft drinks.

Additional facilities and services include lifeguards by the pools and beach, free guest parking, currency exchange, babysitting upon request, car and bicycle rental, a mini market and jewellery shop, and free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Rooms

Offering rooms, bungalows and apartments for 2-5 guests, accommodation at Cretan Village is modern, spacious and well-equipped. In each living space, you can expect to find a furnished balcony or terrace, satellite TV, mini bar, (refilled every second day) fridge, safe deposit box, individual air-conditioning, tea & coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi. In all bathrooms, you’ll find bath towels, beach towels, bathrobes & slippers, a magnifying mirror and premium amenities.

Sports & Entertainment

Cretan Village has an impressive range of sports and activities for all ages. Throughout the hotel grounds you’ll find 4 floodlit tennis courts, mini golf, 5-a-side football, beach volleyball, table tennis and water polo. Fitness classes include aerobics, aqua aerobics, yoga and Pilates. At extra charge, guests can enjoy a range of water sports, billiards, and tennis lessons.

The hotel provides daily and nightly entertainment, with quizzes, bingo, dance tournaments and fun competitions for kids and adults. At the open-air amphitheatre, look forward to evenings of live music, magic and cabaret.

Dining & Bars

At main restaurant Veranda, you’ll find an impressive range of dishes at the open buffet, featuring Mediterranean and Cretan cuisine. With grilled meats, fresh salads and seafood, there’s plenty here to satisfy every palate. The restaurant operates extended hours at breakfast and dinner.

For fine dining and exquisite ocean views, book a table at Taverna La Pergola, a traditional Mediterranean taverna with an extensive wine list. If you prefer a more laid-back affair, head to beach restaurant Thalassa for sumptuous Greek buffet dining, or snack bar Dionyssos, for street food favourites and light bites.

When it comes to bars, you’ll find 3 around the various outdoor pools, serving chilled cocktails and a range of fruit juices and soft drinks. For refreshments on the sand, beach bar Thalassa offers snacks and icy drinks throughout the day, while at main bar Panorama, you’ll find a long list of international spirits wines, beers and cocktails.