La Mer Resort & Spa

🏖️ Beachfront setting on Georgioupolis’ vast sandy bay
🏊 Cool pool scene with Balinese beds and sea views
🏡 Sleek, modern architecture that blends into the landscape
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel meeting a GSTC-recognised standard
🧖 Full spa with heated indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna and steam room
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board
Minimum age: 17+ (adults-only concept)

Hotel layout: 3 blocks | 2 floors | 3 lifts
Rooms: 76 contemporary rooms and suites

Georgioupolis is one of Crete’s most photogenic corners, wedged between rugged hills and a sweeping, golden bay that locals proudly call the island’s longest beach. La Mer Resort & Spa sits directly on this shoreline, in the peaceful Dramia area, so you can step from the landscaped grounds onto soft sand and into turquoise shallows.

The village of Georgioupolis itself blends traditional and trendy: think old-school tavernas and cafés around the main square, backed by eucalyptus trees and a whitewashed chapel on the sea, alongside a handful of buzzy bars and chilled beach hangouts. Inland, mountain roads and tiny villages invite easy day trips, while Chania’s Venetian harbour is within reach for culture-rich evenings.

• Beach: beachfront – directly in front of the hotel
• Georgioupolis resort centre: approx. 5km
• Kournas Lake: approx. 5km (a lovely half‑day trip)

Approx. transfer time from Chania (CHQ): 2 hours (coach, depending on stops and traffic)

Georgioupolis, Crete (Chania Area), Greece

Dining at La Mer Resort & Spa feels crafted rather than generic.

Main Restaurant – Perle Noire
The hotel’s buffet restaurant, Perle Noire, serves breakfast and dinner with live show-cooking stations. Expect a mix of Greek and international dishes, with plenty of local produce and seasonally inspired recipes. There’s an emphasis on fresh salads, grilled meats and fish, plus vegetarian options and indulgent desserts. Beachwear isn’t permitted, and smart-casual dress is appreciated in the evenings.

Poolside Restaurant – La Brise De Mer
By day and into the evening, La Brise De Mer offers an à la carte menu on the poolside terrace, pairing sea air with plates that roam from Cretan specialities to Italian favourites and lighter international bites. It’s open for lunch, dinner and snacks, with show-cooking adding a bit of theatre.

Bars
• Lobby Bar Oceanus – a chic lounge bar open into the late evening for cocktails, Greek wines and aperitifs, perfect before or after dinner.
• La Mer Boire Pool Bar – the social heart of the pool area, serving drinks from morning until just after midnight, along with casual bites.

Reservations may be required for the à la carte restaurant, and some menu items or premium drinks can carry a supplement depending on your board basis. Opening days and times can vary seasonally. What All Inclusive typically includes.

The outdoor freshwater pool is the focal point of the resort – a sleek, elongated design edged with loungers and parasols, some shaded by canopies and others in full sun. Balinese beds add a beach-club feel, ideal for long, lazy afternoons with a book and a cocktail from the pool bar.

There’s direct access from the pool terrace to the beachfront, where the sand stretches for kilometres and the sea shelves gently – you can walk for some distance with the water around your knees. Inflatables are allowed in the main outdoor pool, and pool towels are complimentary.

A heated indoor freshwater pool with whirlpool sits inside the spa area, giving you a calmer, cocooned space for swimming or simply soaking, especially appealing for shoulder-season stays or cooler evenings.

Wellness is a key part of the La Mer experience.

Spa & Wellness
The spa features a sauna, steam room, whirlpool and treatment cabins offering massages, facials and body therapies (charges apply). There’s also an on-site hairdresser – handy before a special dinner or celebration night. Spa facilities typically open during the day from late morning to early evening and are seasonal.

Fitness & Activities
The fully air‑conditioned gym is better equipped than many boutiques, with cardio machines, fixed strength equipment, a free-weights and stretching zone. You’ll also find table tennis, darts, pool, volleyball and petanque, so you can mix up your lazing with some friendly competition.

Other facilities
• 24-hour reception and concierge services
• Luggage storage and motorised scooter charging points
• On-site mini-market for daily essentials and beach bits

Please note: access to some pool and beach areas may involve a number of steps, which is worth bearing in mind if you have mobility considerations.

Double Room with Partial Sea View
Sleeps: 2 adults (minimum 2, maximum 2)
Clean-lined and calming, these rooms balance a fresh, modern palette with warm textures. Partial sea views give you a glimpse of the bay from your private balcony, while inside you’ll find:
• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi‑Fi
• Safety deposit box
• Bathrobes and slippers
• Bathroom with walk‑in shower
• Hairdryer
• Balcony with outdoor seating
• Pillow menu
• Iron and ironing board
• Coffee making facilities and kettle
• Fridge and minibar (local charge for contents)
• Air conditioning
• Daily room cleaning and towel refresh

Double Room with Sea View
Sleeps: 2 adults (minimum 2, maximum 2)
Similar in layout and facilities to the Partial Sea View Rooms, but with a fuller outlook over the Aegean. Ideal if sunset balcony time is a key part of your holiday ritual.

Superior Room with Sea View
Sleeps: 2 adults (minimum 2, maximum 2)
A touch more space and elevated views, with the same contemporary décor. Perfect if you prefer a room that feels more suite‑like without jumping budget brackets. Includes all standard amenities: Wi‑Fi, TV, balcony, coffee facilities, pillow menu, bathrobes, minibar (charge), and air conditioning.

Double Room with Whirlpool
Sleeps: 2 adults (minimum 2, maximum 2)
For a private‑spa feel, these rooms add a furnished terrace with an outdoor whirlpool tub, great for low‑key evenings in. Interiors are snug and stylish, with the full standard set of facilities and a shower bathroom.

Superior Room with Whirlpool
Sleeps: 2 adults (minimum 2, maximum 2)
The top pick for a romantic stay, combining extra interior space with that indulgent outdoor whirlpool on your terrace. All usual comforts—pillow menu, robes, Nespresso‑style coffee, fridge and minibar—are included, alongside daily housekeeping.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary. Exact position, size and outlook can differ within each room category.

💪 Air-conditioned gym with cardio and strength equipment
🏓 Table tennis, pool table and darts
🏐 Beach or lawn volleyball and petanque
🎵 Regular evening entertainment (seasonal) with live music and DJ sets
🚶 Long beachfront for scenic walks and sunrise or sunset runs
🌊 Easy access to Georgioupolis’ 9km stretch of sandy coast for swimming and paddling

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge support
🧳 Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
🛒 On-site mini-market for snacks, sun cream and essentials
🦽 Motorised scooter charging points (hire available locally)
🧖 Spa with sauna, steam room, whirlpool and massage treatments (extra charge)
💇 On-site hairdresser for cuts, styling and occasion hair (extra charge)
🧼 Daily housekeeping and towel change
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout rooms and public areas

Georgioupolis combines big‑beach energy with village charm, making it a strong choice if you like somewhere laid-back but not remote. You’ve got cafés, cocktail bars and traditional tavernas within a short taxi ride, plus Kournas Lake, Rethymnon and Chania all doable as easy day trips.

Currency: Euro (€)
Language: Greek (English is widely spoken in resort areas)
Time difference: GMT +2 hours (GMT +3 in summer)
Average UK–Crete flight time: approx. 4 hours
Transfer time from Chania (CHQ): around 2 hours by coach

Hotel information is based on the latest supplier details and may change from season to season (for example, entertainment frequency, spa opening times, dress codes and the operation dates of restaurants and pools). For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

La Mer Resort & Spa Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is La Mer Resort & Spa adults-only?
Yes. La Mer Resort & Spa operates an adults-only concept with a minimum age of 17 years. That gives the whole place a calm, grown‑up feel that’s ideal for couples, honeymooners and friends who want a peaceful base rather than a family‑focused resort.

2. How far is La Mer Resort & Spa from the beach and Georgioupolis centre?
The hotel is directly on the beachfront, with a sunbathing area and pool deck set just behind the sand. Georgioupolis village centre is roughly 5km away – around a short taxi ride or drive – where you’ll find a main square with tavernas, bars and shops, plus the small harbour and chapel.

3. What board bases can I book at La Mer Resort & Spa?
You can choose between Bed and Breakfast or Half Board. Bed and Breakfast includes a daily buffet breakfast in the main restaurant. Half Board usually covers buffet breakfast and dinner, with drinks at dinner and any à la carte items or premium beverages payable locally. Exact inclusions can change, so you’ll receive the most up‑to‑date details with your travel documents or from hotel reception on arrival.

4. Does La Mer Resort & Spa have a spa and indoor pool?
Yes. The resort features a wellness area with a heated indoor freshwater pool and whirlpool, along with a spa offering sauna, steam room, and a menu of massage and beauty treatments. There is also an on-site hairdresser. Spa access policies and prices can vary, and treatments are normally at an extra charge.

5. Is La Mer Resort & Spa suitable for guests with reduced mobility?
The hotel has lifts and is mostly low‑rise, but access to parts of the pool and beach areas is via steps. If you have specific mobility needs, we recommend speaking to a Travelisto travel specialist before booking so we can check the most suitable room types and accessibility details directly with the hotel.

6. What is the nearest airport and how long is the transfer?
The nearest airport is Chania (CHQ) on Crete’s north‑west coast. The transfer to La Mer Resort & Spa in Georgioupolis is approximately 2 hours by shared coach transfer, depending on traffic and how many hotel stops are en route. Private transfers can reduce this time.

7. Is La Mer Resort & Spa a sustainable hotel?
Yes. La Mer Resort & Spa is listed as a Certified Sustainable Hotel, which means it has met a GSTC‑recognised sustainability standard at the time it was last reviewed. In practice that typically involves measures around energy efficiency, water and waste reduction, sourcing local products where possible, and supporting the surrounding community.

8. What room facilities are standard at La Mer Resort & Spa?
Across all room types you can expect contemporary décor, a balcony or terrace, flat‑screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, a safety deposit box, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, pillow menu, ironing board and iron, coffee making facilities and kettle, fridge, minibar (local charge for contents), shower bathroom, air conditioning, and daily cleaning service.

9. Is there Wi‑Fi at La Mer Resort & Spa?
Yes. Complimentary Wi‑Fi is available throughout the property, including in rooms and most public areas, so you can stay connected, stream or work remotely if needed.