Blue Marine Resort & Spa

🏖️ Beachfront setting with access to a private beach and beach bar
🏊 Swim-up and wet-terrace rooms for that just-step-into-the-pool feel
🌅 Elevated position with sweeping Mirabello Bay sea views
🎯 Great range of facilities for families and couples, from kids’ club to spa
🍽️ Choice of buffet and à la carte restaurants plus multiple bars
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 205 | Blocks: 3 | Floors: 7 | Lifts: 4

Board options: All Inclusive

Child age: up to 11 years
Minimum check-in age for lead guest: 18+

Blue Marine Resort & Spa is perched on the coastal road just outside Aghios Nikolaos, overlooking Mirabello Bay. A lift and steps take you down to the hotel’s own small beach area, where you can dip straight into the Aegean or relax at the beach bar.

Aghios Nikolaos itself is one of Crete’s most charming towns, centred around the pretty Lake Voulismeni, with boutiques, cafés and waterside tavernas. From here you can boat-trip to Spinalonga, explore traditional villages or simply work through the bay’s string of beaches.

Beach: on the beachfront via hotel access
Nearest shops, bars & restaurants: approx. 600m
Aghios Nikolaos resort centre: approx. 6km

Approx. transfer time from airport: 2 hours 30 mins (from Heraklion – HER)

Aghios Nikolaos, Crete (Heraklion Area), Greece

Blue Marine Resort & Spa leans fully into its All Inclusive status, with a mix of buffet and à la carte dining that keeps things varied through the week.

The Aegean Main Restaurant is the hub: buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner with show cooking stations and a kids’ buffet, all with a view towards the pool and sea. For something lighter, the Creperie on the pool level serves snacks, crêpes and light bites with international and Greek flavours.

Come evening, you can rotate through four à la carte venues (with at least one complimentary visit to each for 7-night stays, reservation required): a Greek restaurant on the roof terrace, Marino Al Mare for Italian favourites, and the Ya Mas Grill House for grilled Greek and local dishes at lunchtime.

Drinks are taken care of at three main bars – Kyma Beach Snack Bar on the sand, the Panorama Main Bar on the rooftop terrace (perfect for sunset) and the pool bar – all pouring local and international drinks at set times. A smart-casual dress code applies in certain restaurants (long trousers requested for gentlemen in some venues), and inclusions or opening times can vary by season and board details.

What All Inclusive typically includes.

The hotel’s main outdoor saltwater pool curves along the seafront, with a separate children’s section so younger guests can splash safely. Sunbeds and parasols line the deck, and inflatables and water toys are permitted, making it a relaxed, family-friendly space.

The pool is heated in the cooler months (typically from mid-October to late May, dates subject to change), extending the season for dips.

Below the hotel you’ll find a small private beach area, reached by lift and steps, edged by clear water ideal for a refreshing swim or a paddle. The Kyma Beach Snack Bar keeps drinks and light bites flowing between dips, and an external operator offers watersports such as canoes, pedalos, motorised watersports and snorkelling for an extra charge.

Wellness fans can head straight to the spa, which offers a sauna, steam room, Turkish bath, whirlpool and a menu of massages and beauty treatments (extra charges apply; minimum age usually 12+). It’s a serene contrast to the buzz of the pools.

For something more active, there’s an air-conditioned gym with cardio machines, free weights and a stretching zone (18+), plus daytime activities such as aerobics, aqua aerobics, table tennis, volleyball, paddle and a pool table (some activities incur a local charge).

Kids are well catered for with a children’s club (4–11yrs, seasonal, six days a week), a shaded playground and children’s options in several restaurants. There’s also a small on-site mini-market for essentials and beach bits.

Evenings bring in-house entertainment: from live music and DJs to quizzes, professional shows and a mini-disco for children – usually more frequent in peak season.

Superior Open Plan Family Room with Sea View
Sleeps: 2–5
Open-plan family space with sea views, ideal for those who want plenty of room and a shared sleeping area. Facilities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, balcony or terrace, hairdryer, fridge, kettle and coffee-making facilities, shower bathroom, air-conditioning and daily cleaning.

Premium Double Room with Wet Terrace and Sea View
Sleeps: 2–3 (plus 1 infant)
A stylish double room with a furnished terrace that leads to a shared decking area and gazebo, so you can step straight out to the water’s edge. Facilities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, terrace with sunbeds, ironing board, fridge, kettle and coffee-making facilities, shower bathroom, air-conditioning and daily cleaning.

Superior Junior Suite with Sea View
Sleeps: 2–3
Upgraded space with sea views and an outdoor whirlpool on the terrace – perfect for a sunset soak. Facilities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, terrace, outdoor whirlpool, ironing board, coffee-making facilities, fridge, minibar (chargeable), shower bathroom, air-conditioning and daily cleaning.

Superior Double Room
Sleeps: 2–3
Comfortable doubles with a balcony or terrace, ideal if you’re out and about exploring. Facilities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, balcony or terrace, hairdryer, fridge, kettle and coffee-making facilities, shower bathroom, air-conditioning and daily cleaning.

Superior Double Room with Sea View
Sleeps: 2–3
As above but with a framed sea view of Mirabello Bay from your balcony or terrace. Same facilities as the Superior Double, with the added wow-factor outlook.

Superior Swim Up Double Room with Sea View
Sleeps: 2–3 (plus 1 infant)
For that indulgent just-roll-out-of-bed-and-swim experience, these rooms come with a private swim-up pool shared between a small number of rooms, plus deckchairs by the water. Facilities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, private swimming pool access, terrace, ironing board, coffee-making facilities, kettle, fridge, shower bathroom, air-conditioning and daily cleaning.

Single Room
Sleeps: 1
Compact and comfortable single rooms with balcony or terrace, ideal for solo travellers. Facilities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, balcony or terrace, hairdryer, fridge, kettle and coffee-making facilities, bathroom with bath or shower, air-conditioning and daily cleaning.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

💦 Outdoor saltwater pool with children’s section (heated in cooler months)
🤽 Water polo and water-based games
🚣 Watersports on the beach (canoeing, pedalos, motorised options – external provider, chargeable)
🏋️ Air-conditioned gym with cardio and weights (18+)
🏓 Table tennis, pool table* and paddle*
🤸 Aerobics and aqua aerobics sessions
🏐 Volleyball

*Some activities and facilities may incur a local charge and operate seasonally.

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge-style assistance
🧳 Luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures
🛍️ On-site mini-market for essentials and beach items
♿ Mobility scooter and wheelchair hire (local charge)
📰 English-language newspapers (local charge)
🧴 Spa with sauna, steam room, Turkish bath, whirlpool and massages*
💅 Beauty treatments* including facials and body care
👨‍👩‍👧 Children’s club (4–11 yrs, seasonal, unsupervised sessions) and shaded playground

*Spa and beauty services available at extra cost; opening hours and age limits may vary by season.

Local area: Aghios Nikolaos wraps around Mirabello Bay and the so‑called bottomless Lake Voulismeni, where tavernas and cafés line the water. It’s a great base for boat trips to Spinalonga, coastal drives and sampling authentic Cretan cuisine.

Language: Greek
Currency: Euro (€)
Time difference: GMT+2 (GMT+3 in summer)
Average flight time from UK: approx. 4.5 hours
Transfer from Heraklion (HER) to hotel: approx. 2 hours 30 mins by coach

Hotel notes:
• Family-friendly resort with children’s facilities and All Inclusive board
• Certified sustainable hotel initiatives in place (details may vary season to season)
• Some facilities, restaurants and entertainment are weather-dependent and may operate on a seasonal schedule

*Information is based on supplier details and may change; specific services can vary by date and occupancy. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Greece advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Blue Marine Resort & Spa directly on the beach?
Yes. Blue Marine Resort & Spa is set on the seafront above Mirabello Bay and has lift and stair access down to its own small private beach area, where you’ll find sunbeds and the Kyma Beach Snack Bar serving drinks and light bites during the day.

2. What does All Inclusive include at Blue Marine Resort & Spa?
All Inclusive typically covers buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main Aegean Restaurant, plus snacks and ice cream at selected times between meals. Guests staying 7 nights or more usually receive one complimentary meal in each à la carte restaurant (reservation required). A selection of local wine, beer, spirits, cocktails, soft drinks and hot drinks is served for a minimum of 12 hours per day. Exact inclusions and timings can change by season and hotel policy.

3. Is Blue Marine Resort & Spa good for families?
Yes. The resort is family-friendly, offering a children’s section in the main pool, a kids’ club for 4–11 year olds (seasonal), a shaded playground, children’s menus and buffets in several restaurants, and spacious family rooms that can sleep up to five people. Evening entertainment also includes mini-disco sessions on selected nights.

4. Are there swim-up rooms at Blue Marine Resort & Spa?
Blue Marine Resort & Spa offers Superior Swim Up Double Rooms with Sea View, which have terrace access to a shared swim-up pool area and deckchairs right by the water. There are also Premium Double Rooms with a wet terrace leading out onto a shared decking area with a private gazebo, ideal for relaxed outdoor lounging.

5. How far is Blue Marine Resort & Spa from Aghios Nikolaos town?
The hotel is approximately 6km from the centre of Aghios Nikolaos. It’s a short taxi ride or local bus journey away, making it easy to pop into town for shopping, lakeside strolls, harbour views and extra dining options beyond the All Inclusive offering.

6. Does Blue Marine Resort & Spa have a spa and gym?
Yes. The property includes a dedicated spa area with sauna, steam room, Turkish bath, whirlpool and a range of massage and beauty treatments (all at extra cost, with minimum age rules). There is also an air‑conditioned gym with cardio equipment, free weights and a stretching zone, typically open during daytime hours for guests aged 18 and over.

7. Is Wi‑Fi available at Blue Marine Resort & Spa?
Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including rooms and most public areas, so you can stay connected, share your Mirabello Bay sunsets and plan day trips without using roaming data.

8. What is the approximate transfer time from Heraklion Airport?
The transfer from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Blue Marine Resort & Spa normally takes around 2 hours 30 minutes by coach, depending on traffic and how many hotel stops are scheduled en route. Private transfers can be quicker.

9. Is there evening entertainment at Blue Marine Resort & Spa?
Yes. The hotel usually runs a programme of evening entertainment between spring and autumn, including in-house shows, live music, DJ sets, quizzes and a mini‑disco for children on selected nights. The schedule is seasonal and may vary by week.

10. Do dress codes apply in the restaurants?
A smart‑casual dress code applies in some restaurants, especially the à la carte venues and the rooftop options. Beachwear and swimwear are generally not permitted in the main restaurant in the evening, and some venues request long trousers for gentlemen. Check the latest guidance in‑resort for specific details.