Knossos Royal

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

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Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Bar
All inclusive
Pool
Breakfast included
Room service
Spa

Explore the area

Limenas, Hersonissos, Crete Island, 70014

Place, Convention Centre Creta Maris
‪17 min walk‬
Place, Port of Hersonissos
‪5 min drive‬
Place, Star Beach Water Park
‪10 min drive‬
Airport, Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Double Bungalow Garden View

Exceptional

269 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Twin Bed

Double Bungalow Sea View

205 sq ft
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Double Bungalow Sea Front Sharing Pool

204 sq ft
Beach view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Family Room Garden View

376 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Double Bungalow Sharing Pool

Very good

Sleeps 3
1 Twin Bed

Family Room Sharing Pool

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Knossos Suite Sharing Pool

Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Knossos Maisnonette Sharing Pool

1 bedroom
Beach view
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite Sharing Pool

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Royal Maisonette

1 bedroom
Beach view
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Royal Suite Sharing Pool - Seafront

1 bedroom
Beach view
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Imperial Villa - Evropi

1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Imperial Villa - Phaedra

3 bedrooms
Sleeps 8
6 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Hersonissos

Located within a 5-minute walk of Sarandaris Beach, Knossos Royal is within a mile (2 km) of Convention Centre Creta Maris. This 413-room, 5-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, 5 restaurants, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

Sarandaris Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Convention Centre Creta Maris - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Aquaworld Aquarium - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
Port of Hersonissos - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
Star Beach Water Park - 10 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪Aldemar Main Restauraunt - ‬6 min walk
‪Aldemar Beach Bar - ‬5 min walk
‪The Big Blue - ‬9 min walk
‪Saradari - ‬5 min walk
‪Γρηγόρης - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Knossos Royal

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

Guests of Knossos Royal enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a nightclub, and a children's pool. There's free parking and limo/town car service. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a gym, outdoor tennis courts, and indoor tennis courts.

Guests can expect free WiFi and plasma TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Furnished balconies or patios, refrigerators, and electric kettles are also standard.

7 outdoor tennis courts and 2 indoor tennis courts are featured at the hotel. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property

This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Hot tub, Turkish bath, body treatments, aromatherapy, sports massages

Pool
Breakfast included
All inclusive
Spa

$170 nightly

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free area shuttle
Limo/town car service
Free self parking on site

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
2 bars/lounges
5 restaurants
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Artemis
Fontana Amorosa
Manitari Bar

Things to do

18-hole adjacent golf course
2 indoor tennis courts
2 outdoor pools
7 outdoor tennis courts
Arcade/game room
Beach volleyball
Billiards/pool table
Children's pool
Evening entertainment
Free children's club
Games
Gym
Mini golf
Nightclub
Playground
Shopping
Table tennis
Tennis lessons
TV in common areas
Waterslide

Family friendly

2 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Free area shuttle
Free children's club
Free supervised activities for children
Grocery/convenience store
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Mini golf
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Waterslide

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Business services

Business center
Conference center
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
On the beach
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas

Spa

Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Massage

Accessibility

No elevator

At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Local culture and ecosystem education
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Slippers
Towels provided

Entertainment

Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
LED lighting
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

This property uses solar energy

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

Property Registration Number 1039K015A0172500

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
This property uses solar energy.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
There are no elevators.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Knossos Royal?

Knossos Royal provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Knossos Royal?

This hotel is located in Hersonissos, just steps from Sarandaris Beach. You'll also find Port of Hersonissos and Star Beach Water Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Knossos Royal?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at Knossos Royal?

Spa services at the hotel include body treatments, facials, massages, and mani/pedis.

Does Knossos Royal include a casino on the premises?

No, Knossos Royal doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Knossos Royal?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Is Knossos Royal good for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and a beachfront restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Knossos Royal?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Knossos Royal have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Knossos Royal has 5 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Does Knossos Royal allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Knossos Royal though service animals are welcome.

Does Knossos Royal have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Knossos Royal?

The closest major airport to Knossos Royal is Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER), which is 14.2 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Knossos Royal?

Yes, every guestroom at Knossos Royal comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring sea or garden views.

Does Knossos Royal have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Knossos Royal.

Knossos Royal Reviews

8.2

Very Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Mervin

May 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Jun 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 12 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Sep 15, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael Rubinstein

Jun 14, 2023

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ohad

Sep 4, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Second stay

We had a lovely stay. The main dining room and food call for improvement, other then that it’s a great resort

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Aug 12, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Location-Amenities !!!! Superb Excellent breakfast !!!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

David, Calgary

May 31, 2019

Disliked: Staff & service

The property is dated but relatively well maintained. The problem with this place is that one can get breakfast, or 3 meal plan but apparently there is an exclusive plan as well. What does this mean? It means that while you can preety much have any drink at breakfast (water (sparkling), any juice, coffee, hot chocolate etc) if you sign of for the 3 meal plan any form of drink for lunch or supper is charged to your room! Utterry ridlcuous and a scam. It is in fact against the law ot deny anyone a glass of water if they ask for one at any restaurant in Canada, but apparently not so in Greece. Furthermore, one is hounded by staff for our room number at every meal and then the pressure to purchase a drink. They even go so far as to put boards around the water, juice, coffee that they setup for breakfast so that you can't access those. We fell into this trap for teh frist meal and were gobsmacked y the fact that water is deemed to lie outside of the three meal subscription. And watch your bill! we were charged for drinks we did not take. I refused to pay, I asked the duty manager to show me the chits bearing my signature confirming that I had taken a drink (that the servers hounded one for) and of course he could not. Slimy behaviour, some of the servers are dishonest. I discussed this with numerous other customers and many intended to complain. Don;t get me wrong, if I wanted a beer or a glass of wine, I would expect to pay; water, juice, coffee on a 3 meal plan? No!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

May 12, 2019

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This is a 2 star resort not a five star as advertised

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Joanna, London

Oct 9, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel with private beach

Lovely staff, comfy beds, dark rooms. We had a lovely time. It just needs a bit of a refresh.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed, Egypt

Aug 14, 2018

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic holiday destination, friendly staff, nice welcoming, and great food. As a beach resort, rooms come with ants/insects included, require spraying all the time.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Jul 27, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A decent hotel and location

Not sure who rated it 5'star but from my experience this hotel falls way short of 5 star, more 3 heading towards 4.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Bournemouth, UK

Sep 16, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location

Great hotel, location, food, service, staff and facilities. My only real criticism is the rooms, restaurants and bars are getting a little tired and could do with a refurbishment sometime soon. Don't get me wrong, it's still a really good resort, it's just that I Didn't expect it to be quite so tired looking compared to the website photos and expected a little better for the price I paid; I'd still highly recommend the resort though

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

M, London

May 15, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An excellent hotel

We went as a family of three and we loved the hotel. The complex was beautifully laid out and the gardens were all very well maintained. The hotel is on a slope so almost every view has a seaview. Our room had a rustic charm but was cleaned daily and well maintained. We had a room with it's own private pool and a stones throw away from the beach. The pools are all salt water and are very clean. They have their own prviate beach which was very convenient.The staff could not be faulted and were very friendly and always happy to help with a sense of urgency. The food in the evenings was delicious and varied so expect your waistline to be affected. We never go back to the same hotel twice but in this case this would be the exception. I would highly recommend this hotel to both families and couples.

8/10 Good

gilbert

Traveled with family

Jul 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

chambres de qualité très inégale, mais les petites villas sont très bien excellente nourriture nombreuses piscines un "all inclusive" très généreux notamment au niveau des boissons le seul véritable point noir, mais il est très noir, c'est le ballet incessant des avions en phase d'atterrissage vers l'aéroport d' Heraklion pourtant à 40 km (ça va de 6h du matin à 2h du matin le lendemain) et finit par être insupportable

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sava

Traveled with partner

Jul 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Die Hotelanlage ist sehr schön angelegt, aber 5 Sterne sind nicht gerechtfertig. Die Anlage ist gepflegt aber in die Jahre gekommen. Die Mitarbeiter waren alle sehr freundlich.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

May 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Joli complexe en bord de mer

Étape de notre Roadtrip en Crète, l’hôtel est idéalement situé et divisé en de jolis bungalows. Certains méritent une rénovation donc renseignez-vous avant votre séjour. On a adoré manger dans les restaurants du complexe. Un régal qui a embelli notre séjour On a trouvé dommage la quantité de gobelets en carton utilisés pour les boissons. Et les capsules à café non fournies dans les chambres avec machine Nespresso. J’ai dû en acheter pour pouvoir boire un café au réveil sur le balcon.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Aug 18, 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children

Aug 3, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Hôtel digne d’un 5*. Tout est mis en place pour que vous passiez de bonnes vacances

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Jul 30, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Toller Familienurlaub

Sehr freundliches Personal! Das Buffet ist sehr vielfältig, abwechslungsreich, sehr lecker! Wir hatten ein Familienzimmer, zwei grosse Zimmer mit Verbindungstür, zwei Badezimmer. Sehr komfortabel für zwei Erwachsene und zwei Jungs. Wegen COVID war das Hotel nur zur Hälfte belegt. Das Baden im Meer am hoteleigenen Strand ist nicht so angenehm, weil der Boden felsig ist.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Doudou, Suisse

Oct 21, 2018

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Très bon hotel et chambre spacieuse. Mériterait toutefois un petit coup de neuf. Les chambres n’ont pas été faites 2x pendant la semaine, nous avons dû le demander mais ils sont venus rapidement. La nourriture était très bonne et variée. En sachant que l’hotel fermage ses portes une semaine après.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Elena

Aug 20, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Неделя на Крите

При заезде быстро получили номер с хорошим расположением, рядом с пляжем с частичным видом на море. Зашли в номер 1052, в холодильнике обнаружили грязное полотенце, а в сейфе 5 пустых пачек от сигарет Парламент. Спасибо Альбине из гостевой службы, она быстро организовала уборку. Отель в общем на твёрдую четвёрку. Питание разнообразное, но много поваров молодёжи, приготовление пищи у которых оставляет желать лучшего, так всю неделю наблюдали за приготовлением яичницы, которая у повара то прилипала, то пригорала. Не понравился заход в море, без тапочек не обойтись. Зато рядом прекрасная лагуна, ходили каждый вечер туда купаться!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

coco, REIMS

Jul 29, 2018

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ce n'est pas un 5 étoiles

arrivée tardive 1h du matin et pas de clim dans la chambre (défectueuse) il faisait quand même 27°, frigo pas dégivré la porte ne se fermée pas donc pas moyen de mettre de l'eau au frais et lit d'appoint cassé. Bien-sur tout a été changé le lendemain mais faut sans cesse réclamer, jusqu'au serviettes dans la chambre que la femme de ménage oubliait de remettre. Pour le buffet , j’avais pris demi-pension et je regrette profondément pas bon du tout, une usine à bouffe, limite écoeurant nous avons finalement arrêté d'y aller au bout du 2ème jour et nous nous rendions au restaurant de l’hôtel que je payer. Bref pas digne d'un 5 étoile mis à par la piscine avec une belle vue sur la mer.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Sabina Patrizia, Schweiz

Apr 28, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ein Eldorado für Kinder! Pools, Rutschen, Spiele, Mini-Disco etc. Stretching-, Yoga- und Pilates-Lektionen tun gut. :-)

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Oct 10, 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beoordeling hotel

Hotel kamers zijn netjes, beetje verouderd wat betreft interieur. Zitje buiten is groot genoeg voor 2 a 3 personen. Onze kamer lag dicht bij de zee, dus zeer aangenaam. Ontbijt was prima. We zijn in het najaar geweest dus niet meer zo druk. Personeel is zeer behulpzaam en aardig. Het hele complex werd zeer goed schoongemaakt.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Sep 12, 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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