Silva Beach

🏖️ Beachfront setting on the Hersonissos seafront
🏊 Great range of facilities with 3 pools, spa and gym
🏘️ Village-style complex with low-rise, Cretan-inspired buildings
🥂 Easy All Inclusive with multiple bars and restaurants
🎉 Vibrant location steps from shops, bars and nightlife
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 312 | Blocks: 28 | Floors: 2 (no lifts)
Board options: All Inclusive
Typical child age: up to 11 years

Silva Beach enjoys a prime spot on the Hersonissos seafront, putting you right between the beach and the resort’s lively strip. Step outside and you’re within metres of cafés, tavernas, shops and bars, with water-sports beaches and family-friendly attractions close by.

By day, hit the shore for banana boats and pedalos, or wander into town for aquariums and open-air museums. After dark, Hersonissos comes alive with waterfront restaurants and late-opening bars, while the hotel’s village-style layout keeps your room area feeling pleasantly tucked away from the buzz.

• Beachfront – direct access from the hotel
• Approx. 30m to the nearest shops, bars and restaurants in Hersonissos resort centre
• Heraklion city and Knossos archaeological site within driving distance for day trips

Approx. transfer time from airport: 1 hour

Hersonissos, Crete (Heraklion Area), Greece

You’re well covered for everything from Greek classics to easygoing comfort food at Silva Beach. The main Minoan Restaurant is the buffet hub, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with show-cooking stations and a mix of international favourites and local dishes. In the evenings, rotate between themed corners and live-cooking specials.

Round things out with à la carte options: La Strada delivers Italian and local plates, Prime Burger goes all-in on American-style burgers and grills by the pool, and the Asian Corner buffet adds a change of flavour with show cooking. A smart dress code (long trousers for men in the evenings) may apply and reservations are usually required for à la carte venues.

For drinks, you’ve three bars: Acqua Beach Bar on the terrace by the sea, the Ariadne Lobby Bar for pre-dinner cocktails, and the Romantic Pool Bar for relaxed poolside refreshment. On All Inclusive, expect a selection of local spirits, wine and beer, classic cocktails, mocktails, and hot and soft drinks available for a minimum of 12 hours per day, plus snacks and ice cream between meals (services and times can vary by season). What All Inclusive typically includes.

Between the pools and the sea, there are plenty of places to cool off:

• Beachfront saltwater pool with sunbathing deck and loungers, set right by the shoreline – so you can alternate between dips in the pool and paddles in the sea.
• Main freshwater pool slightly back from the beach, with ample sunbeds and a relaxed, sociable feel.
• Children’s freshwater pool with sunbeds and parasols, ideal for younger guests.

Inflatables and water toys are generally permitted, and pool towels are provided free of charge. Facilities and opening dates can vary a little by pool and by season, but typically run from May through to October.

Work up a sweat in the air-conditioned gym (18+, usually open 10:00–18:00 from May to October) which is equipped with cardio machines. Leisure-wise you’ll find pool table (charge), table tennis, darts, aqua aerobics, volleyball and even the occasional cooking class (extra charge).

The small spa offers a sauna, steam room, whirlpool, massage and beauty treatments for guests 18+ (charges apply, hours seasonal). It’s a handy spot for an after-beach unwind.

Other on-site services include a reception with concierge support, currency exchange, luggage storage and equipment hire such as kettles and wheelchairs (local charges may apply).

Standard Double Room
Sleeps 2–3. Located within the main complex, these are a comfortable base with either a balcony or terrace. Facilities typically include flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, fridge, kettle, DVD player, hairdryer and a bathroom with shower. Daily cleaning; towels changed on request.

Double Room in Annex
Sleeps 2–4. Situated in annex buildings across the road from the main hotel, around 50m away – ideal if you like a slightly quieter base. Similar amenities to Standard Doubles, but bathrooms usually feature a bath with shower attachment. Daily cleaning; towels changed on request.

Double Room with Side Sea View
Sleeps 2–3. As per Standard Doubles but with a side-on view towards the sea from the balcony or terrace, giving you a glimpse of the water without the full seafront supplement.

Junior Suite
Sleeps 2–3. More spacious open-plan layout, perfect if you want extra room to spread out. Added touches such as bathrobes and slippers and enhanced coffee-making facilities complement the standard amenities. Bathrooms come with either a bath or shower. Linen changes and towel changes on request.

Single Room
Sleeps 1. A neat, well-equipped option for solo travellers, with all the core features – balcony or terrace, Wi-Fi, air-con, TV, fridge, kettle, DVD player, hairdryer and a bathroom with bath. Daily cleaning; towels changed on request.

Family Room in Annex
Sleeps 4 (plus 1 infant). Located in annex buildings across the road, approx. 50m from the main complex, these rooms are tailored for families needing more space. You’ll have a balcony or terrace, fridge, kettle, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV and a bathroom with bath and shower attachment. Daily cleaning; towels changed on request.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🎯 Daily daytime activities programme (seasonal)
🏐 Team sports such as volleyball and darts
🏓 Table tennis and pool table (pool table extra charge)
💦 Aqua aerobics and water-based games
👨‍🍳 Occasional cooking classes (extra charge)
🎵 Occasional evening entertainment including bingo, quizzes, live music and professional shows (programme varies by season)

🛎️ Reception with concierge-style assistance
💱 Currency exchange (local charge may apply)
🧳 Luggage storage for early arrivals/late departures
🍽️ Highchairs available in selected restaurants
♿ Wheelchair hire on request (subject to availability, chargeable)
☕ Kettle hire available for rooms that do not already include one (chargeable in some cases)
🌐 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
🧺 Pool towels provided free of charge

Crete’s Hersonissos area balances classic beach days with upbeat nightlife and easy access to some of the island’s most famous sites, including the Minoan palace of Knossos and the island capital, Heraklion. Local language is Greek, currency is the Euro (€), and the time difference from the UK is typically +2 hours. Average flight time from the UK to Heraklion is around 4.5 hours, with an onward transfer to Silva Beach of about 1 hour by road.

All facilities, opening dates and entertainment schedules at Silva Beach are subject to seasonal adjustment and occupancy, and some services incur local charges. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Greece advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Silva Beach right on the beachfront?
Yes. Silva Beach enjoys a beachfront location in Hersonissos. There is an outdoor saltwater pool set by the beach and very easy access to the sea and promenade from the hotel grounds.

2. What’s included in the All Inclusive package at Silva Beach?
The All Inclusive package at Silva Beach typically includes buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main Minoan Restaurant, with snacks such as ice cream available for at least three hours per day. Local beer, wine, spirits, selected cocktails and mocktails, hot drinks and soft drinks are usually served for a minimum of 12 hours daily. Exact times and inclusions can change from season to season, and à la carte venues may require reservations or supplements depending on your board arrangement.

3. How far is Silva Beach from Heraklion Airport?
The approximate transfer time from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Silva Beach in Hersonissos is around 1 hour by coach, depending on traffic and other hotel drop-offs on the route.

4. Are there family-friendly facilities at Silva Beach?
Yes. As well as a dedicated children’s pool and highchairs in selected restaurants, the hotel offers daytime entertainment with family activities at certain times of the season. Annex family rooms provide extra space, and the beachfront setting makes it easy to enjoy simple beach days with younger children.

5. Do the annex rooms at Silva Beach use the same facilities as the main hotel?
Guests staying in annex rooms and annex family rooms (located across the road, approximately 50m from the main complex) still have full use of the hotel’s shared facilities, including pools, restaurants, bars and entertainment. The annex simply offers a slightly more separate, village-style accommodation setting.

6. Is there a dress code for dinner at Silva Beach?
A smart-casual dress code is generally requested in the main and à la carte restaurants, particularly in the evenings. The hotel specifically notes that gentlemen are asked to wear long trousers for dinner. Swimwear and beachwear are not usually permitted in indoor dining areas.

7. Does Silva Beach have a spa and gym?
Yes. There is an air-conditioned gym with cardio equipment for guests aged 18 and over, as well as a spa area featuring a sauna, steam room, whirlpool, massages and beauty treatments. Spa facilities and treatments are chargeable and typically open from May to October.

8. Is Wi-Fi available at Silva Beach?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, including public areas and guest rooms, making it easy to stay connected, check in for flights or stream content.