Minoa Palace Resort

Minoa Palace Resort
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Minoa Palace Resort

Platanias, Chania, 73014, Crete, Greece
Tel.: +30 28210 36500

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Minoa Palace Resort was built in 2002 and has since then, been established as one of the leading 5-star resorts in Platanias, Chania. It stands out due its aura of tranquility, harmoniously blended in with the ocean breeze and the lush green surroundings. To further enhance the overall guest experience, in 2008 the hotel created an additional beach wing, offering direct access to the beach from the two buildings via an aerial bridge.

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A preferable choice for artistic rendezvous, the resort is an equally great host for all sorts of corporate events, conferences, meetings, parties and wedding ceremonies.

Today, covering 35,000 sq. m. of Cretan land the hotel enamors guests with its majestic surroundings, the miraculous views to the shimmering Aegean Sea and the White Mountains as well as the high-end facilities and bespoke services offered. Focusing on the well-being of every individual, Minoa Palace Resort masterfully combines discreet luxury and comfort with attention to detail and attentive service ensuring a holiday beyond imaginable.

Elegantly decorated rooms and suites, 4 restaurants, 4 bars, a Spa & Wellness center, several main pools, as well as private pools, a wine cellar with 250 labels and a wide variety of leisure options and artistic meetings, turn your vacation days into an unforgettable experience. In addition, the hotel can host all kinds of corporate events, conferences, meetings, parties and wedding ceremonies.

Spend relaxing moments in a room with sea view or the lush gardens, taste delicious local cuisine, let your children play safely and splash in our specially adapted pools. Rejuvenate and awaken your senses in the peaceful atmosphere of the Spa & Wellness center. Explore the surrounding area on a bike and discover the wonderful landscapes that surround us.

For your further convenience, the hotel provides the possibility to rent a bicycle, as well as the following services.

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Bike Friendly Services

Information about bike friendly services either on the website or in the hotel brochure, or in a special brochure, which will be available to customers free of charge
Area map with cycling routes in printed or electronic form (free service)
Secure parking or storage area for bicycles or co-operation with a corresponding space near the hotel (free service)
Tool kit availability (free service)
Washing machine-dryer available on a daily basis (on-site or off-site – paid service)
Renting and repairing bicycles in the hotel or near the hotel (paid service)
Collaboration with a company that organizes cycling tours
Parking places with a special rack for bicycles
Lunchbox availability with fruit, toast, energy drinks. etc.
Availability of healthy breakfast with organic-bio products
Gym-fitness area
Wellness services availability (at least one): Sauna, Hammam, Jacuzzi, Massage, Thalassotherapy pool

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