Creta Palm Resort

🏖️ Close to the long sandy beach (approx. 50m)
🏡 Well-equipped studios and apartments with kitchenettes
🤝 Welcoming, relaxed atmosphere in Stalos resort centre
🏊 Two freshwater pools, both with children’s sections
👨‍👩‍👧 Great base for visiting Agia Marina and Chania Old Town
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Board options: All Inclusive, Half Board, Bed & Breakfast

Minimum child age: 8 years
Hotel layout: 10 blocks | 3 floors | 10 lifts
Total rooms/apartments: 143

Creta Palm Resort sits right in the centre of Stalos, a laid-back seaside village on Crete’s north coast. You’re just one row back from the golden, gently shelving beach, with tavernas, cafés and mini-markets a short stroll away.

Stalos keeps things low-key – think long walks on the sand, sunset drinks and easy-going evenings – while buzzy Agia Marina and the atmospheric Venetian harbour of Chania are just a short bus ride along the coast, giving you the best of both worlds.

In Stalos resort centre
Beach: approx. 50m
Agia Marina resort centre: approx. 2km
Chania Old Town & Venetian harbour: approx. 7.5km

Approx. transfer time from airport (Chania – CHQ): 50 minutes

Stalos, Crete (Chania Area), Greece

Start the day with a generous buffet breakfast in the main restaurant, featuring hot dishes, continental favourites and Greek touches. At lunch and dinner, the buffet serves a mix of Mediterranean and international options, with salads, grills and family-friendly classics.

There’s a beach bar right by the sand for casual bites and refreshing drinks, plus two pool bars – one adults-only main bar open late into the evening and another by the pool serving daytime refreshments. A smart-casual dress code may apply inside the main restaurant (no beachwear).

All Inclusive typically includes buffet-style breakfast and dinner in the restaurant, buffet lunch at the main bar, snacks and ice cream for at least three hours per day, and a selection of local wine, beer, spirits, cocktails, soft drinks and hot drinks from late morning until late evening. Details can change seasonally, so always check the latest information at check-in. What All Inclusive typically includes.

The resort centres around two freshwater outdoor pools, each with its own children’s section – ideal if you’re travelling with kids or teens. There are spacious sunbathing terraces with loungers and parasols, and inflatables and water toys are generally permitted, making the pools a fun, relaxed hangout spot.

Pool opening dates are usually from early April to late October, and pool towels are available (deposit or local charge may apply).

The sandy Stalos beach is just across the road from the hotel. Here you’ll find the hotel’s beach bar and a stretch of shore equipped with sunbeds and parasols (typically charged locally). The sea is usually calm and gently shelving, suiting confident children and adults alike.

Stay active at the on-site gym, which offers cardio machines, a free-weights area and fixed strength equipment, plus a sauna to unwind afterwards (age restrictions and opening hours apply).

You’ll also find:
– Regular evening entertainment through the season, including karaoke, live music and occasional professional shows
– Children’s playground with swings and slides
– Indoor soft play area and ball pit (daytime opening, seasonal)
– Reception and concierge team to help with local tips and excursions
– Motorised scooter and wheelchair hire on request (extra charge)

Facilities and opening times can vary with occupancy and season, so use them as a guide rather than a guarantee.

Studio for Sole Use
Ideal for solo travellers who want their own space. These cosy studios sleep 1 guest and come with:
Flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, bathroom with bath and shower attachment, hairdryer, iron, coffee-making facilities, kettle, double cooking rings, fridge-freezer, balcony or terrace and daily housekeeping. A safety deposit box is available for an extra charge.

Studio
Perfect for couples or small families, these studios sleep 2–3 guests. Facilities mirror those of the Studio for Sole Use, including:
Kitchenette with double cooking rings and fridge-freezer, coffee-making facilities and kettle, flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, bath with shower attachment, hairdryer, balcony or terrace and daily cleaning. Safety deposit box is at a supplement.

Apartment
Best for families or friends, Apartments sleep 2–4 guests and offer more space, typically with a separate bedroom and living/sleeping area:
Kitchenette with double cooking rings and fridge, kettle, flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, bath with shower attachment, balcony or terrace and daily housekeeping. Safety deposit box is available locally.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🎵 Regular evening entertainment including karaoke, live music and occasional professional shows (seasonal)
🏋️ Gym with cardio equipment, free weights and fixed strength machines (min. age and opening hours apply)
🌊 Beach days and coastal walks right on your doorstep
👨‍👩‍👧 Pool time with children’s sections and space for inflatables
🚍 Easy bus links for day trips to Agia Marina and Chania Old Town

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge-style assistance
💼 Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
♿ Motorised scooter and wheelchair hire (local charge)
🧴 Pool towels available (deposit/charge may apply)
📶 Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
🧹 Daily housekeeping in all rooms and apartments
🔐 Safety deposit boxes in rooms (local charge)

Crete uses the Euro (€) and the local language is Greek, though English is widely spoken in resorts. Clocks are typically two hours ahead of the UK. The average direct flight time from the UK to Chania is around 4 hours, and transfers to Stalos take about 50 minutes.

Stalos itself is low-key and relaxed, with a good choice of tavernas, cafés and small shops along the main road and seafront. For a change of pace, hop on the local bus to neighbouring Agia Marina or to Chania’s photogenic Old Town and harbour.

Some facilities, entertainment and All Inclusive details are seasonal and may change without notice; they can also vary depending on occupancy. Local charges may apply for certain services such as beach sunbeds, safety deposit boxes, spa or gym extras and mobility equipment hire. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Greece advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Creta Palm Resort from the beach?
Creta Palm Resort is approximately 50 metres from the sandy beach at Stalos – just cross the road and you are there. The hotel also operates a beach bar, with sunbeds and umbrellas typically available for a local charge.

2. Is Creta Palm Resort suitable for children?
Yes – while the atmosphere is relaxed and low-key, the hotel is family-friendly with a minimum child age of 8 years. There are two pools with children’s sections, a playground and an indoor soft play area, along with flexible apartment-style accommodation.

3. What board options can I book at Creta Palm Resort?
You can book All Inclusive, Half Board or Bed & Breakfast. All Inclusive usually includes buffet breakfast and dinner in the main restaurant, buffet lunch at the main bar, snacks and ice cream during the day, plus a selection of local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks from around 11:00 until 22:00. Exact inclusions and times can change seasonally.

4. How long is the transfer from Chania Airport (CHQ) to Creta Palm Resort?
The resort is around 50 minutes by shared coach transfer from Chania Airport, depending on traffic and the number of hotel stops on your route. Private transfers may be slightly quicker.

5. What facilities are there for keeping active at Creta Palm Resort?
Guests have access to a gym with cardio machines, free weights and fixed strength equipment, plus a sauna (age restrictions and local charges may apply). The long beach and coastal road are also great for walks or jogs, and there are local water sports operators along the nearby shoreline in high season.

6. Do the rooms at Creta Palm Resort have kitchen facilities?
Yes – all studios and apartments come with a basic kitchenette, including double cooking rings and a fridge or fridge-freezer, plus a kettle and, in most studios, simple coffee-making facilities. This makes it easy to prepare light snacks or simple meals if you don’t wish to eat out every time.

7. Is Wi‑Fi available at Creta Palm Resort?
Free Wi‑Fi is usually available throughout the hotel, including in most rooms and public areas. Signal quality can vary depending on location and usage, but it’s generally sufficient for messaging and light browsing.

8. Can I walk to Chania from the hotel?
Chania Old Town is about 7.5km away, which is too far for most to walk comfortably in the Cretan heat, but it’s an easy and inexpensive bus or taxi ride. The bus stop is near the hotel, and services run regularly along the coast road to Chania and other neighbouring resorts.