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HERSONISSOS, CRETE

The fifth largest island in the Mediterranean, Crete’s warm climate, varied landscape of high mountains and low valleys, rich culture and history, and mesmerising mythological stories give rise to an inspiring island and enchanting holiday destination.

Crete possesses a unique identity within the wider embrace of Greece and is famous as being the centre of the Minoan civilization (the earliest known in Europe) and the birthplace of the Ancient Greek king of gods, Zeus, in the Idaean Cave.

GOLDEN Hotels & Resorts’ four hotels are located along the northern coast of Crete, in the area of Hersonissos, which – as a seaside resort – is ideal for those seeking sun and sea, activities galore and a peaceful base from which to explore the rest of the island.

Crete
  • Hotel
    Hotel
    • Akasha Beach Hotel & Spa
      Akasha Beach Hotel & Spa

      183 El. Venizelou Str., Hersonissos
      70014, Heraklion, Crete, Greece

      Akasha Beach Hotel & Spa

  • Beaches
    Beaches
    • Gefyri Beach
      Gefyri Beach

      Situated near the harbour this beach will dazzle you with its clear turquoise waters.

      Gefyri Beach

    • Komos Beach
      Komos Beach

      One of the longest beaches of the island, also a beach chosen by the turtles Caretta, Caretta.

      Komos Beach

    • Star Beach
      Star Beach

      An exotic beach with crystalline waters and palm trees.

      Star Beach

    • Matala
      Matala

      An amazing long sandy beach with mountain caves worth exploring.

      Matala

    • Agia Pelagia
      Agia Pelagia

      A beautiful pebbly beach with crystalline waters

      Agia Pelagia

  • Sightseeing
    Sightseeing
    • Cretaquarium
      Cretaquarium

      Located in Gouves, the Cretaquarium is the largest aquarium in all the Mediterranean and definitely worth your visit.

      Cretaquarium

    • Caves
      Caves

      The famous caves of Matala are results of rock formations that used to serve as residences and graves during the past.

      Caves

    • Koules Fortress
      Koules Fortress

      Koules Fortress is the symbol of Heraklion town, standing proud at the entrance of the port over the Venetian harbour.

      Koules Fortress

    • Phaestos Minoan Palace
      Phaestos Minoan Palace

      The second largest minoan site in Crete also worth visiting. It is actually a copy of Knossos in a smaller scale.

      Phaestos Minoan Palace

    • The Minoan Palace of Knossos
      The Minoan Palace of Knossos

      Set 5 km south of Heraklion town, the Minoan Palace of Knossos is the largest and most famous Minoan site in Greece.

      The Minoan Palace of Knossos

  • Museums
    Museums
    • Historical Museum
      Historical Museum

      The historical museum takes visitors on a journey to the history and culture of Crete from the early Christian times to the modern era.

      Historical Museum

    • Natural History Museum
      Natural History Museum

      An amazing museum showcasing the biodiversity of the island of Crete.

      Natural History Museum

    • Kazantzakis Museum
      Kazantzakis Museum

      This museum in Myrtia is dedicated to the famous Greek writer, Nikos Kazantzakis.

      Kazantzakis Museum

    • Kotsanas Museum
      Kotsanas Museum

      A museum dedicated to the technology of ancient Greeks that is worth your while.

      Kotsanas Museum

    • Archeological Museum
      Archeological Museum

      The Archeological Museum houses findings from the greater area of Crete and it features one of the richests collections in all of Greece.

      Archeological Museum

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