Amira Luxury Resort & Spa

🏖️ Beachfront setting on Crete’s north coast
🧘 Adults-only ambiance (16+) that’s peaceful and relaxed
🏊 Swim-up, whirlpool and private-pool rooms available
🌿 Certified Sustainable Hotel (GSTC-recognised standard)
💎 Chic, minimalist design ideal for style-conscious couples
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 172 across 5 blocks (3 floors; 16 lifts)
Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board

Minimum guest age: 16 years (adults-only policy)

Amira Luxury Resort & Spa occupies a prime stretch of sand in Adelianos Kampos, a relaxed beachfront strip just east of Rethymnon. The 2km-long sandy bay is made for long walks, sea swims and lazy days in the sun, with a scattering of waterfront bars and tavernas close at hand.

You’re perfectly placed for exploring Crete’s north coast highlights: the charismatic Venetian harbour and old town of Rethymnon are a short drive away, while Chania and historic monasteries like Arkadi make rewarding day trips. Back at base, the setting remains calm and grown-up, with the buzz of the resort centre around 1.2km away if you fancy a change of scene.

• Beach: direct beachfront access
• Adelianos Kampos resort centre: approx. 1.2km
• Archaeological Museum of Rethymno: approx. 7km
• Historic and Folk Art Museum of Rethymno: approx. 7.1km
• Rethymnon Municipal Garden: approx. 7.2km
• Rethymnon Fortress: approx. 8km

Approx. transfer time from airport: 2 hours 30 minutes

Adelianos Kampos – Heraklion, Crete (Heraklion Area), Greece

Food is a real highlight at Amira Luxury Resort & Spa, blending inventive Greek dishes with familiar international favourites.

Nissos is the main buffet restaurant, serving breakfast and dinner with live cooking stations and a regularly changing selection of local and global flavours. For more intimate meals, there are two à la carte venues:

Almyra sits right by the beach and focuses on Greek and Cretan cuisine for lunch and dinner, while Kritamo offers refined international dishes for dinner in a stylish setting.

A smart dress code applies in the restaurants (no beachwear; gentlemen may be asked to wear long trousers in the evening). Reservations and supplements can vary depending on your board basis and season.

Drinks are covered by a chic pool bar (adults-only, like the whole property) and Oniro lounge bar on the terrace – ideal for a sundowner overlooking the resort.

Board here is either Bed and Breakfast or Half Board. With Half Board you’ll typically enjoy buffet breakfast and dinner, and the hotel may allow you to swap the buffet dinner for an à la carte lunch or dinner with credit towards your food bill (subject to the hotel’s current conditions). What All Inclusive typically includes.

The heart of the resort is its lagoon-style outdoor freshwater pool, framed by manicured gardens, broad terraces, sunbeds and parasols. It’s the kind of pool you’ll happily spend all day around, with waiter-served drinks from the pool bar and complimentary pool towels provided.

There’s also an indoor freshwater pool – heated in October and reserved for adults, in keeping with the hotel’s grown-up feel.

Step past the pool terrace and you’re straight onto the sandy beach of Adelianos Kampos, where the gentle waves invite a morning swim and the long shore is perfect for strolls at sunset. Seasonal, externally-run motorised watersports, windsurfing and water walkers are typically available nearby for an extra charge, giving you the option to add a little adrenaline to your otherwise laid-back days.

Wellness is front and centre at the Amira Luxury Resort & Spa Wellness Club. The spa features a sauna, steam room and whirlpool, plus a tempting menu of massages and bespoke body and beauty treatments. There’s also an on-site hairdresser for fresh holiday styling (all spa and salon services are chargeable).

The air-conditioned gym is surprisingly comprehensive for a resort hotel, with cardio equipment, free weights, a stretching zone and fixed strength machines. You can also join in with pilates, yoga, table tennis and pool, subject to seasonal programming.

As day turns to night, expect regular evening entertainment between April and October, often centred on relaxed live music that fits with the hotel’s chilled, adults-only character.

Practical touches include a 24-hour reception, concierge service, luggage storage and wheelchair hire (on request, chargeable), making it easy to explore or simply relax and let the team take care of the details.

Superior Double Room with Sea View and Whirlpool
Spacious, minimalist rooms with a balcony and outdoor whirlpool, perfect for long, lazy evenings facing the sea. Sleeps 2–3. Facilities include flat-screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities, kettle, fridge, iron and ironing board, shower room, air-conditioning, and daily cleaning with towel change.

Superior Double Room with Sea Front View
Front-row sea views and a private balcony, ideal for couples who want the Aegean as their backdrop. Sleeps 2. Facilities as above (without whirlpool) with a contemporary shower room and daily housekeeping.

Superior Double Room with Pool View
Overlooking the elegant pool area, these rooms are great for guests who like to be close to the action but still enjoy a calm retreat. Sleeps 2. Includes balcony, shower bathroom and the full set of in-room comforts listed above.

Superior Double Room with Pool View and Sharing Pool
Enjoy direct access to a sharing pool used by selected neighbouring rooms – an easy way to step from terrace to water. Sleeps 2. Comes with balcony/terrace, shared pool access and the same amenities as other Superior rooms.

Superior Double Room with Sea View
Clean lines, soothing tones and a balcony with partial to full sea views. Sleeps 2. Features flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, kettle, fridge, iron/ironing board, shower bathroom and air-conditioning.

Superior Double Room with Sea View and Sharing Pool
All the benefits of a sea-view Superior room plus the indulgence of a semi-private sharing pool right outside. Sleeps 2. Ideal for couples who love the idea of a swim-up lifestyle without sacrificing views.

Junior Suite with Side Sea View
More space to spread out, with a seating area and a balcony offering angled sea views. Sleeps 2–3. Facilities mirror the Superior rooms, with added space for relaxing indoors.

Junior Suite with Pool View and Sharing Pool
These suites overlook the pool and include access to a sharing pool. Sleeps 2–3. You’ll have a balcony/terrace, shared pool access, spacious interiors and the full suite of amenities such as coffee machine, bathrobe and slippers.

Junior Suite with Sea Front View
Premium-position suites directly facing the sea for memorable sunrise or sunset moments. Sleeps 2–3. Includes balcony, seating area and all standard room facilities.

Executive Suite with Sea Front View and Private Pool
The showpiece accommodation at Amira Luxury Resort & Spa. These suites feature a private swimming pool on a spacious sea-facing terrace, plus a bathroom with bath and separate shower. Sleeps 2–3. Comes with TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities, kettle, fridge, iron and ironing board, air-conditioning and daily housekeeping with towel change.

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🏋️ Air-conditioned gym with cardio, weights and stretching zone
🧘 Yoga and pilates sessions (seasonal)
🎱 Pool table and table tennis
🌊 Beachfront setting with externally-run motorised watersports and windsurfing (local charge)
🎵 Regular evening entertainment with live music (seasonal, typically April–October)

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge service
🧳 Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
♿ Wheelchair hire available (local charge; on request)
💧 Free pool towels
🌐 Free high-speed Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
💆 Full-service spa with sauna, steam room, whirlpool, massages and beauty treatments (extra charge)
💇 On-site hairdresser (extra charge)

Good to know: Adelianos Kampos is a relaxed seaside strip just outside Rethymnon, ideal if you want easy beach days and straightforward access to Crete’s historic towns.

Resort essentials:
• Country: Greece
• Region: Crete (Heraklion Area)
• Resort: Adelianos Kampos – Heraklion
• Language: Greek (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: GMT +2 (GMT +3 in summer)
• Average UK–Crete flight time: around 4.5 hours
• Typical local costs: a local beer from about £4.20; three-course meal for two from around £42 (guide only).

Hotel notes:
• Adults-only: minimum age 16 years
• Official rating: 5 stars
• Certified Sustainable Hotel at a GSTC-recognised standard (reassessed regularly; criteria may evolve)
• Seasonal facilities: restaurants, bars, pools, entertainment and activities generally operate between early April and early November and may vary by weather and occupancy.

All facility, board and inclusions details are based on the latest supplier information at the time of writing and are subject to change. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Amira Luxury Resort & Spa adults-only?
Yes. Amira Luxury Resort & Spa operates an adults-only policy with a minimum age of 16 years, which keeps the atmosphere calm and well-suited to couples, honeymooners and friends’ getaways.

2. How close is Amira Luxury Resort & Spa to the beach?
The hotel is directly on the beachfront in Adelianos Kampos. You can walk from the pool terrace straight onto the sand in moments, without any roads to cross.

3. What board basis options can I book?
You can book Bed and Breakfast or Half Board. Half Board usually includes buffet breakfast and dinner in the main restaurant. The hotel may also allow you to swap your buffet dinner for an à la carte lunch or dinner using a food credit, although this policy and the credit amount can change seasonally, so always check the current details on arrival.

4. Are there rooms with private or swim-up pools?
Yes. Amira Luxury Resort & Spa offers a choice of upgraded room types with enhanced water features, including rooms and suites with sharing pools, rooms with an outdoor whirlpool and Executive Suites with a private sea-front pool. These room types are very popular and should be booked in advance to guarantee availability.

5. How long is the transfer from Heraklion Airport (HER)?
The approximate transfer time between Heraklion Airport and the hotel is around 2 hours 30 minutes by coach, depending on traffic and how many hotel stops are made. Private transfer options can reduce journey time.

6. Does the hotel have a spa and gym?
Yes. The Wellness Club at Amira Luxury Resort & Spa includes a spa with sauna, steam room and whirlpool, alongside a range of massages and beauty treatments (extra charge). There’s also an air-conditioned gym with cardio machines, weights and a stretching area.

7. Is Amira Luxury Resort & Spa suitable for guests with limited mobility?
The hotel has lifts serving its low-rise blocks and offers wheelchair hire through reception (subject to availability and local charge). However, accessibility can vary by room and area of the resort, so we recommend discussing specific needs with a Travelisto travel specialist before booking.

8. What kind of evening entertainment is offered?
Amira Luxury Resort & Spa typically offers regular evening entertainment between April and October, often featuring live music in keeping with the resort’s relaxed, adults-only feel. The programme, frequency and venues can change with the season and occupancy.

9. Is the hotel sustainable?
Yes. Amira Luxury Resort & Spa is listed as a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meaning that at the time of its most recent review it met a sustainability standard recognised by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). The certification and criteria are reassessed periodically, so details may evolve over time.

10. Is Wi‑Fi available at Amira Luxury Resort & Spa?
Complimentary Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including guest rooms and most public areas, so you can stay connected, stream or work remotely if needed.