The Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete, Curio Collection by Hilton, delivers an exquisite holiday on the north coast of Crete. From the moment you step inside, the stylish, modern design strikes a perfect balance between refined aesthetics, warmth and comfort. Built into a hillside, the resort commands sweeping panoramic views over the deep-blue Mediterranean, and a fine private sandy beach lies within easy reach.
A highlight of the resort is the expansive pool landscape, including 74 private infinity pools that ensure an exclusive bathing experience. The open-air marketplace fosters a sociable, interactive atmosphere where guests can browse pop-up shops, sample traditional Cretan cuisine and discover much more.
A visit to the in-house spa revitalises the senses. Younger guests are equally well looked after, with an extensive play and activity programme and the hotel’s own water park providing plenty of fun and variety.
Guests of The Royal Senses Resort & Spa also enjoy access to all facilities at the sister hotel, Royal Blue Resort & Spa, situated just a few metres away directly on the beach. This exclusive arrangement lets you enjoy the best of both worlds and adds even more variety to your holiday.
The central location makes The Royal Senses Resort & Spa an ideal starting point for exploring the beauty and diversity of Crete, all while enjoying the resort’s luxurious comforts and amenities.
When booking this luxury hotel through One Luxury, you enjoy the following Serandipians by Traveller Made benefits:
Pure Senses Spa
At the Pure Senses Spa of The Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete, indulge in treatments featuring Cretan herbs and aromas. There are six treatment rooms in total, including two for couples, as well as a Cretan hammam, a steam bath, a sauna and a heated indoor pool.
CRETAMOS
Fine Dining Restaurant — featuring modern interpretations of classic Cretan specialities.
Cuisine: Fine Dining
Euphoria pool bar
Pool bar with refreshing beverages.
Cuisine: Cocktails
GEA
Main restaurant with buffets, a wide selection of vegetarian dishes and light meat courses.
Cuisine: Buffet
MITATO
The restaurant serves Cretan dishes from the traditional round grill, including lamb on a spit.
Cuisine: Grill Specialities
PLATIA
Pop Up Restaurants — Small, rich local dishes and drinks all in one place: sandwiches, mezze, gyros, cheese and Cretan beverages.
Cuisine: Pop Up Restaurants
SPHERE snack bar
Enjoy precious time with the whole family at the Aqua Park and rediscover your inner child. When all those activities work up an appetite, a wide selection of delicious, tempting snacks awaits.
Cuisine: Snacks & Drinks at the Water Park
ZENO Lobby Bar
Enjoy cocktails crafted with Cretan spirits such as raki and local extras like honey, berries and grapes. An absolute highlight at the relaxed lobby bar is the Raki Flight — a tray of various local rakis with matching snacks, raki with rose water and rose-water cake.
Cuisine: Lobby Bar with Cocktails
The Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete captivates with minimalist design. The 178 suites and villas offer a modern, luxurious ambience with wood, natural stone, linen and raffia elements.
Particularly noteworthy are the 74 units with private pools for exclusive swimming enjoyment and five suites with a shared pool that combine luxury and a social atmosphere.
All other suites offer ocean view and feature a balcony or terrace with garden area, providing additional comfort and outdoor relaxation.
The rooms also offer the following amenities:
When booking a Royal Senses Villa with private Infinity Pool, Elite Suite with private Infinity Pool or Grand Villa with private pool, you enjoy the following Royal benefits:
Deluxe Room with King-Size Bed and Sea View | 32m2
Deluxe Room with King-Size Bed, Sea View and Private Pool | 32m2
This stylish room features a private pool and a terrace with ocean view.
Grand Deluxe Room with King-Size Bed and Sea View | 38m2
The room features a balcony with seating area and outdoor dining area, as well as a walk-in shower.
Grand Deluxe Room with King-Size Bed - Shared Pool with Ocean View | 38m2
The room features a shared pool for you and four other parties, along with sun loungers on the terrace.
Family Suite with King-Size Bed and Sea View | 40m2
The room features a separate living room with two sofa beds and a balcony or terrace with stunning ocean view.
Elite Suite with Sea View and Private Pool | 48m2
This room features a private Infinity Pool with sun loungers, a terrace with ocean view and a separate living room.
Grand Deluxe Room with King-Size Bed - Sea View, Private Pool | 35m2
This room features a private swimming pool, a terrace with ocean view and sun loungers.
Grand Villa with Sea View and Private Pool | 70m2
The villa features a private Infinity Pool, a balcony with ocean view, an upper-floor bedroom and a separate living room.
Royal Senses Villa with Sea View and Private Pool | 84m2
The villa features a private Infinity Pool, a balcony with ocean view, an upper-floor bedroom and a separate living room with dining table.
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