
Description
Welcome to the stylish Amirandes A Grecotel Resort To Live. This sparkling exclusive resort on Crete's east coast provides oodles of Cretan warmth and refined legendary Cretan hospitality. If you're looking for an exclusive hideaway for your next holiday, then this resort fits the bill.
Perfectly located for easy access to Heraklion’s international airport, the world-famous archaeological site at the Palace of Knossos also near to the prestigious Crete Golf Club. There are two coves of fine golden sand lapped by pristine waters and surrounded by nature. changing cabins and showers for your convenience. There is also a separate Villas Beach Area Section with parasols, comfy sunbeds and beach service.
Please note: Due to the layout, Amirandes is not suitable for people with walking difficulties.
Olympic Rating: 5 Star
Official Rating: 5 Star
Accommodation
Luxury Bungalow with Garden Front Row (33m2) sleeps up to 2 persons featuring an open plan bungalow on the ground floor in the garden area. There is a king size bed or twin bed, fully equipped bathroom, mini bar, complimentary tea and coffee making facilities, Nespresso machine with 2 complimentary pods per adult/per day, safety deposit box, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, free WiFi and satellite TV and a terrace overlooking the gardens.
Swim Up Superior with Private Garden (31m2) sleeps up to 3 persons featuring an open plan with sitting area located at the Candia Wing on the ground floor, king size bed or twin bed, fully equipped bathroom, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, Nespresso machine with 2 complimentary pods per adult/per day, safety deposit box, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, free WiFi, satellite TV and an added bonus of an individual pool in a beautfiully landscaped garden.
Swim Up Family Room with Garden (40m2) sleeps up to 4 persons featuring a master bedroom and seperate living area ideal for children, separated by sliding doors. Located at the Candia Win on the ground floor. There is a king size bed, two extra sofa beds, fully equipped bathroom, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, Nespresso machine with 2 complimentary pods per adult/per day, safety deposit box, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, free WiFi, satellite TV, shaded terrace with furnished sitting and dining area and direct access to the pool and garden.
Superior Family Room Garden View, Side Sea View (40m2) sleeps up to 4 persons featuring master bedroom and separate living area ideal for children, separated by sliding doors. The Superior Family Room Garden View is located at the Pool Wing, while the Superior Family Room Side Sea View is located at the Sunset Wing.There is a king size bed and two sofa beds, fully equipped bathroom, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, Nespresso machine with 2 complimentary pods per adult/per day, safety deposit box, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, free WiFi, satellite TV and a terrace with garden views. Superior Family Room Side Sea View is also available at a supplement with a balcony.
Superior Room Garden or Sea View (31m2) sleeps up to 2 persons featuring king size or twin beds, fully equipped bathroom with shower cubicle, bath, washbasin with vanity unity, deluxe toiletries, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers, satellite LCD TV, air conditioning, direct dial telephone, mini bar with international brands (payable locally), kettle, tea and coffee making facilities, free Wi-Fi (included), welcome drink on arrival, Nespresso machine and a balcony overlooking the garden or sea.
Luxury Room, garden view, Lagoon view/ Side Sea View or Sea View (35m2) sleeps up to 3 persons (2 adults plus 1 child up to12 years old) featuring an elegant decorated bedroom with king size or beds, sitting area and all the other facilities as per the superior room.
Luxury One Bedroom Suite with Frontal Sea View (75m2) sleeps up to 3 persons featuring open plan suite with white furniture, white floors offering magnificent views of the sea with a king size bed, fully equipped bathroom, sliding glass door opening up to the balcony, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, Nespresso machine with two complimentary pods per adult/per day, safety deposit box, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, resort beach bag with towels and beach accessories, bath amenities, free WiFi and a satellite TV, Located at the Lagoon Wing, first or second floor.
Two Bedroom Duplex Suite (80m2) sleeps up to 4 persons featuring a maisonette, one master bedroom with a king size bed, separate living area with a sofa bed ideal for children, two bathrooms, mini bar with international brands, tea and coffee making facilities, Nespresso machine with two complimentary pods per adult/per day, safety deposit box, private butler (payable locally), hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, resort bag with towels and beach accessories, bath amenities, free WiFi, satellite TV and a terrace with views of the gardens. Located at the Sunset Wing.
Superior Family Garden View (40m2) sleeps up to 4 persons featuring a master bedroom with king size or twin beds and a separate living area, ideal for children separated by sliding doors. All the other facilities are as per the superior room.
Swim up Superior with private Garden View (31m2) sleeps up to 3 persons (2 adults plus 1 child) featuring king size bed or twin beds and 1 sofa bed with the added bonus of an individual pool in a beautifully landscaped garden. All the other facilities are as per the superior room.
2 Bedroom Suite Gym & Private Pool (85m2) sleeps up to 5 persons featuring master bedroom with elevated king size and a living area as well as a second bedroom, ideal for children separated by sliding doors. There is also a private terrace with furnished sitting and dining area with the access to the pool. All the other facilities are as per the superior room. Not available for Summer 2026 season.
Swim up 2 Bedroom Suite (60m2) sleeps up to 4 persons featuring two open plan guestrooms with sitting area. Ample space with two king size or twin beds, two bathrooms with washbasin, shower cubicle and one with washbasin, bathtub and shower. Added bonus of two private pools and a terrace cradled by lush greenery. All the other facilities as per the superior room. Two Bedroom Duplex Suite that sleeps up to 4 persons also available for summer 2025.
Luxury Bungalow with Garden Front Row (33m2) sleeps up to 2 persons featuring an open plan bedroom nestled among the gardens with a king size or twin bed, fully equipped bathroom with two large sized washbasins, bathtub and shower. All the other facilities as per the superior room. Premium Bungalow with Garden view sleeps up to 2 persons also available.
Luxury Family Room Sea View(40m2) sleeps up to 4 persons featuring a master bedroom with king size or twin beds, separate living area, ideal for children separated by sliding doors, fully equipped bathroom with bathtub, shower, wash basin vanity unit and all the other facilities as per the superior room.
Double Room for Single Use Garden View is also available.
Cuisine
Restaurants and Bars.
- Amirandes Main Restaurant
- Xasteria Cretan Restaurant
- Blue Monkey Asian Restaurant
- Minotaur’ Fine Mediterranean Restaurant with adjacent Floating Deck (Floating Deck weather permitting)
- By the Pool Brasserie Bar Restaurant
- Labyrinth Lounge Bar
- Petrino Sea food al Fresco Restaurant
- Sunset Lounge Beach Bar
Vegan, Vegetarian & Gluten Free options as well as Vegan & Bio wines are available in all restaurants
Bed & Breakfast: America buffet breakfast in the Amirandes Main Restaurant.
Half Board Dine Club: Grecotel’s exciting experience in half board dining offering: Generous credit in 15 participating restaurants, 2 free dinners (dedicated menu) per week for reservations of 7 days, a lunch allowance & Kids go Free. Table reservation for dinner is required.
Dinner: Amirandes the Restaurant included or a credit allowance of 20€ per adult & 10€ per child at any of the restaurants below in other nearby Grecotel hotels shown below. If you're staying for a minimum of 7 nights, you will receive two free A la carte dinner at any of the restaurants below (applicable for every consecutive 7 nights stayed). Table reservation required.
- Grecotel Amirandes Amirandes Main Buffet Restaurant
- Grecotel Amirandes Xasteria Restaurant
- Grecotel Amirandes Blue Monkey Restaurant
- Grecotel Caramel Caramel The Restaurant
- Grecotel Creta Palace Barbarossa Restaurant
- Grecotel Creta Palace Zeus + Amalthia Sky Bar & Restaurant
- Grecotel White Palace The White Restaurant
- Grecotel White Palace Tavernaki Restaurant
- Grecotel White Palace Asia White Restaurant
- Grecotel White Palace Guest Restaurant
- Agreco Farm Agreco Farm Restaurant
- Grecotel Amirandes Minotaur Restaurant
- Grecotel Creta Palace Labyrinth Atrium
KIDS GO FREE: The Dine Club offers exclusively to children (up to and including 11 years old) an ALL IN-Dining experience as part of the Dine Club offer:
• Tasty Corner lunch buffet 12.30-14.00
• All Day healthy or favourite snacks at Grecoland
• Free kids dining at designated A la carte restaurants from Kids Dine Club menu.
Evening Dress Code: No beachwear or shorts. Gentlemen: Long trousers and shirts with sleeves (short or long) or Polo T-Shirt in all Restaurants & Bars.
For Children
GRECOBABY: For babies and toddlers. Free: • Baby cot • Trainer step • Kettle (water boiler) • Highchairs (in restaurants) • Bouncy chair • Changing mat. • Bathtub • Potty • Toilet trainer seat. Extra Charge: • Pushchair/Buggy • Bottle sterilizer • Bottle monitor (on request)
GRECOLAND: For children 4-12 yrs, year-round, 6 times per week • Children’s playground, games, competitions, kids disco, creative activities, etc • Baby-sitting (on request, set rates) • Children’s pool • Children under 4 yrs. May use Grecoland, but must be supervised by parent or guardian.
GRECOTEENS: For teenagers 13-17 yrs. Activities from mid-June – mid-September). Beach Volleyball, Football, Tournaments, Entertainment Programmes.
DISCOVERY ADVENTURES: For children 7-14 yrs. Activities include: • Hotel alternative gardening • Beach Patrol/Cleaning • Team Beach Games. • Sports, team games • Water activities. Activities depend on the weather and number of participants (free).
TASTY CORNER: 12:30-14:00 in Amirandes Main Restaurant. Fresh, tempting food and drink for kids 3-12 yrs (free). From 11:00 - 17:00. Kids can enjoy their favourite snacks at Grecoland.
Children's swimming pool
Leisure Activities
- Outdoor Olympic sized seawater swimming pool
- Free sunbeds, umbrellas, towels and showers by the beach and pools
- Gym (internal and external)
- Mini soccer and street basketball court
- Yoga
- Beach volleyball
- Table tennis
- Boccia
- Tennis and padel courts (payable locally)
- Water sports (payable locally)