Albatros Spa & Resort Hotel

🏖️ Close to the beach – around 20m to the waterfront
👨‍👩‍👧 Family-run hotel with genuinely warm service
💆 Relaxing Euphoria wellness spa with sauna, steam and treatments
🍷 Adults-only wine bar for relaxed evening drinks
🏊 Two freshwater pools, including children’s section and whirlpools
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Travelisto recommended rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 206 | Blocks: 3 | Floors: 4 | Lifts: 6
Board options: Full Board, Half Board

Child age guideline: up to 11 years (for child pricing and offers).

Albatros Spa & Resort Hotel sits in a handy spot on Crete’s sun-baked north coast, in the popular resort of Hersonissos. You’re tucked just behind the seafront promenade, so the beach is moments away, while the lively resort centre — lined with tavernas, cafés, bars and shops — is an easy walk.

Hersonissos is a brilliant all-rounder: families get waterparks and boat trips, couples get waterfront dinners and sunset strolls, and everyone has access to day trips to Knossos, Heraklion and the island’s mountain villages.

• Beach: approx. 20m
• Nearest bus stop: approx. 350m
• Hersonissos resort centre: approx. 500m
• Heraklion city: around 25km

Approx. transfer time from airport: 1 Hour

Hersonissos, Crete (Heraklion Area), Greece

Food is a real strong point here, with a focus on fresh Greek flavours and relaxed Mediterranean dining.

Mediterraneo Buffet Restaurant
The main restaurant serves buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner with show cooking at breakfast and dinner. Expect Greek classics, local Cretan specialities and plenty of international choices, plus highchairs for little ones. Beachwear isn’t permitted at dinner.

Daphne À La Carte Restaurant
By the pool, Daphne offers a more intimate, waiter-served experience with Greek, local and international dishes. It’s ideal for a special evening. Reservations are recommended and supplements apply depending on your board basis. Smart dress is requested (no beachwear; gentlemen usually asked to wear long trousers).

Bars
• Prova Wine Bar – adults-only lobby wine bar (typically open 17:00–23:00, about 4 days a week depending on occupancy); a relaxed setting for Greek wines and cocktails. Beachwear is not permitted.
• Pool Bar – laid-back poolside bar serving drinks and snacks through the day; a dress code may apply for food service.

Please note: restaurant opening times, dress codes and bar schedules can vary by season and occupancy. Reservations may be required and some venues or menu items may require an extra charge depending on your board basis. Information is based on the previous season and subject to change.

What All Inclusive typically includes.

Outside, you’ll find two inviting freshwater pools framed by sunloungers and palms — an easy base for lazy days in the Cretan sun.

• Main outdoor pool with whirlpool features and a spacious sunbathing terrace, complete with parasols and sunbeds
• Second outdoor freshwater pool with a children’s section and whirlpool, ideal for families

Pool towels are available with a refundable deposit, so you can travel lighter. Facilities and depth may vary by pool.

The nearest beach is around 20m away, just over the promenade, so you can switch from pool to sea within a couple of minutes.

Euphoria Wellness Spa
The hotel’s spa is a real highlight if you’re here to unwind. Facilities typically include:
• Sauna* and steam room*
• Indoor whirlpool*
• Menu of massages* and body treatments*
• Beauty treatments* (from facials to manicures)
• On-site hairdresser*

Spa facilities usually operate between 10:00 and 18:00 from late April to mid-October (subject to change) with a minimum age of 15 years for treatments and thermal areas. Charges apply for most services.

Fitness & Leisure
• Air-conditioned gym with cardio machines, free weights, stretching zone and fixed strength equipment (minimum age 15; usually open 10:00–18:00, subject to occupancy)
• Table tennis
• Pool table*
• Aqua aerobics sessions

Other Facilities
• 24-hour reception with concierge-style assistance
• Currency exchange* and luggage storage
• On-site mini-market for holiday essentials
• Equipment for hire on request, such as pushchairs and bottle warmers (subject to availability, some charges may apply)

*Local charges apply. Opening hours and services are subject to seasonal changes and occupancy.

Rooms at Albatros Spa & Resort Hotel are modern, light and well-equipped, with thoughtful touches like pillow menus and daily housekeeping.

Cosy Double or Twin Room – Street View
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 2
A comfortable base with a balcony or terrace and street view.
Room features include:
• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi‑Fi
• Safety deposit box
• Balcony or terrace
• Hairdryer
• Fridge
• Kettle
• Iron and ironing board
• Pillow menu
• Bathroom with shower
• Air conditioning
• Daily room cleaning

Double Room for Sole Use – Street View
Sleeps: Minimum 1 | Maximum 1 (plus 1 infant)
Perfect for solo travellers wanting extra privacy, with all the facilities of the Cosy Double or Twin and a street view balcony or terrace.

Superior Double Room – Pool View
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 3 (plus 1 infant)
A more spacious option with added comforts and views over the pool.
Additional or enhanced features typically include:
• Pool-view balcony or terrace
• Bathrobe and slippers
• Bathroom with bath or shower
• All standard amenities: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, fridge, kettle, iron & ironing board, pillow menu, air conditioning and daily cleaning

Family Room
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 4
Designed for families or small groups who want more space.
Features generally include:
• Separate sleeping areas or open-plan layout (configuration can vary)
• Balcony (various views)
• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi‑Fi
• Safety deposit box
• Bathrobe and slippers
• Hairdryer
• Fridge
• Kettle and coffee-making facilities
• Iron and ironing board
• Pillow menu
• Bathroom with shower
• Air conditioning
• Daily room cleaning

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🎯 Regular daytime entertainment (late Apr–mid Oct), often including water-based activities
🎵 Regular evening entertainment during the main season – think live music, DJs and professional shows
🏓 Table tennis and pool table*
🏊 Aqua aerobics sessions in the pool
💪 Gym workouts and stretching in the fitness room

Activity schedules and frequency can vary by season, weather and occupancy.

🛎️ 24-hour reception with concierge-style assistance
💱 Currency exchange*
🧳 Luggage storage
🍼 Equipment hire including pushchair and bottle warmer (subject to availability, some charges may apply)
🛍️ On-site mini-market for essentials
💇 On-site hairdresser in the spa*
🌍 Certified Sustainable Hotel credentials, supporting greener stays
📶 Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel

*Local charges may apply for some services.

Good to know for Hersonissos & Crete
• Country: Greece
• Language: Greek (English widely spoken in resorts)
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: GMT +2 hours (approx.)
• Average direct flight time from UK: around 4.5 hours to Heraklion (HER)

Hersonissos is one of Crete’s liveliest north-coast resorts, with a long seafront, waterparks, boat trips and a buzzing main strip packed with restaurants and bars. It’s also well placed for exploring: the ancient Minoan palace of Knossos is roughly a 40-minute drive away, while boat trips to Spinalonga and drives into the mountains reveal a more traditional side of the island.

*Hotel and resort information is based on the latest supplier details and may change seasonally. Facilities, opening times and entertainment programmes can vary depending on occupancy and local conditions.* For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

Albatros Spa & Resort Hotel Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Albatros Spa & Resort Hotel from the beach?
Albatros Spa & Resort Hotel is in an excellent location just around 20 metres from the beach. You only need to cross the small seafront road or promenade to reach the sand and the Aegean Sea.

2. Is Albatros Spa & Resort Hotel suitable for families?
Yes. While the hotel has a strong spa and relaxation focus, it is also family-friendly. There’s a children’s section in one of the outdoor pools, highchairs available in the restaurant and spacious family rooms that can sleep up to four people. The central Hersonissos location also puts you close to waterparks and family attractions.

3. What board bases can I book at Albatros Spa & Resort Hotel?
You can book either Half Board or Full Board. Half Board includes breakfast and dinner in the main buffet restaurant, while Full Board adds lunch. Drinks, à la carte dining and certain items may be chargeable depending on your chosen board basis.

4. Does Albatros Spa & Resort Hotel have a spa and gym?
Yes. The Euphoria wellness spa offers a sauna, steam room, whirlpool, massages, beauty treatments and a hairdresser, mostly for an extra charge and with a minimum age of 15. There is also an air-conditioned gym with cardio machines, free weights and strength equipment, generally open during the day.

5. How long is the transfer from Heraklion Airport to Albatros Spa & Resort Hotel?
The transfer from Heraklion Airport (HER) to the hotel in Hersonissos is typically around 1 hour by coach, depending on traffic and the number of stops. Private transfers may be a little quicker.

6. Is there entertainment at Albatros Spa & Resort Hotel?
Yes. From late April to mid-October, the hotel usually offers regular or occasional daytime activities, plus evening entertainment such as live music, DJs and professional shows. The exact programme varies by season and occupancy.

7. Is Wi‑Fi available at Albatros Spa & Resort Hotel?
Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including in guest rooms and public areas, so you can stay connected, check maps or stream content with ease.