Family-focused luxury in Crete

Looking for a luxurious family escape? Let us give you a head start. The Grecotel Meli Palace has got you covered – from its off-the-beaten-track location in sleepy Agia Vavara to its well-thought out facilities. From its beachfront perch between Mediterranean greenery – think olive trees, cacti, and beautiful hibiscus – the hotel feels pretty secluded, but a five-minute cab ride will take you to Sissi.

You get the best of both worlds when it comes to swimming spots – the outdoor pool comes with sweeping sea views, and the beach is just a few paces away if you fancy a dip in the sea. There’s also a poolside bar, and a separate pool for splash-making little ones. Looking for some me time? Head to the spa – which is home to a sauna, a hot tub, a gym, a beauty salon, and a relaxation lounge – and treat yourself to a massage. The spa even offers mini-massages for kids, alongside its usual treatments.

What Grecotel Meli Palace has to offer

Facilities

Food & Drink

  • 1 Mediterranean buffet restaurant
  • 1 à la carte Mediterranean restaurant
  • 1 bar
Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

Entertainment

  • Outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Kids club
  • Playground
  • Entertainment programme
Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

Sports & Health

  • Beach volleyball
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Spa centre
  • Spa treatments
Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

Good to know

Certified sustainable

This hotel has a Global Sustainable Tourism Council or equivalent recognised certification. To find out more about what this means, visit our sustainability page.

Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

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