Abaton Island Resort & Spa - Hersonissos (Crete)

$$$$||View on mapHersonissos (Crete), GreeceThemistokleous Avenue, Hersonissos (Crete), Greece|
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Abaton Island Resort & Spa - Hersonissos (Crete)
Themistokleous Avenue, Hersonissos (Crete), Greece·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Facilities9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort9.0
Location9.0
Staff8.9
Who stays here
Couples59%
Families22%
Groups12%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Facilities9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort9.0
Location9.0
Staff8.9
Who stays here
Couples59%
Families22%
Groups12%
Solo6%

5-star luxury beachfront resort in Hersonissos with 71 private pools and an in-house world-renowned mixologist

Accommodations

Abaton Island Resort & Spa offers 71 accommodations with private pools or outdoor hot tubs. Each room type is designed with a distinct interior style; loft rooms feature a balcony with sea views and a separate mezzanine sitting area. Guests can choose from seafront rooms with direct pool access or the Dream Villas with their own private plunge pools.

Dining

The resort's five dining venues include the WOW Steakhouse with USDA prime cuts and the Elemes Cretan restaurant serving wood-fired slow-roasted lamb. Bony Fish specializes in fresh seafood with a daily catch menu, while the Buddha Beach Bar offers light snacks and cocktails by the sea. The main restaurant buffet changes daily and includes a pastry chef who creates sweet treats like pistachio and blueberry croissants.

Wellness & Activities

The ANAPNOē spa at Abaton Island Resort & Spa provides treatments by Elemis skincare, including full-body massages, body scrubs, and facials. Guests can join daily yoga classes led by Maria in the indoor heated pool area or on the sun terrace. The fitness center has state-of-the-art equipment, and the hotel offers tennis courts and a personal trainer on request.

Beach & Pools

The resort's shoreline has private sandy coves with crystal-clear water for swimming and snorkeling. Unique underwater tours are available for snorkeling enthusiasts exploring the rocky reefs. Two swimming pools-an indoor heated pool and a large outdoor saltwater pool-are surrounded by sun loungers and daybeds, with the Buddha Beach Bar serving drinks prepared by an in-house world-renowned mixologist.

Location & Services

Abaton Island Resort & Spa Hersonissos is 22 km from Heraklion International Airport, with a shuttle service available for airport transfers. The on-site exclusive boutique sells luxury Italian and Greek jewelry, and a minimarket is a 3-minute walk away for essentials. The property offers a buggy service for guests with mobility needs, valet parking, and a 24-hour front desk with concierge for booking excursions to nearby Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos and Lychnostatis Open Air Museum.

  • Location: Hersonissos coastline, 22 km from Heraklion Airport
  • Rooms: 71 accommodations with private pools or outdoor hot tubs
  • Dining: 5 dining venues including WOW Steakhouse and Elemes Cretan restaurant
  • Wellness: ANAPNOē spa with Elemis treatments, yoga classes with Maria
  • Beach: Private sandy coves with underwater snorkeling tours and a mixologist-led cocktail bar
  • Services: Boutique with Italian and Greek jewelry, buggy service across the property

Licence number: 1023202

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 3 pm
until 12 pm
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Russian
Building
Number of rooms:128
Former name
abaton island resort and spa
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Rooms and availability

Guest Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 Double bed1 Double bed
Loft
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting
Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Seasonal indoor pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Game room

Children's play area

Children's menu

Baby pushchair

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Baby pushchair
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal indoor pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Karaoke
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Make up services

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Abaton Island Resort & Spa

💵 Lowest room price 245 £
📏 Distance to centre 4.2 km
✈️ Distance to airport 27.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Nikos Kazantzakis, HER

Location

Themistokleous Avenue, Hersonissos (Crete), Greece
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Themistokleous Avenue, Hersonissos (Crete), Greece
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Themistokleous Avenue, Hersonissos (Crete), Greece
  • City landmarks
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  • Restaurants
Scubakreta
480 m
Restaurant
Wow Sushi & Steak
40 m
Restaurant
Zorbas
380 m
Restaurant
Bony Fish Seafood Restaurant
770 m
Restaurant
Oscars Bar Malia
1.1 km

Reviews of Abaton Island Resort & Spa

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FAQ about Abaton Island Resort & Spa

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa?
Attractions that are worth your attention include Malia Strip (nearly a 10-minute drive from the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa) as well as Lychnostatis Open Air Museum, located 13 minutes' walk away.
Which airport is the closest to Abaton Island Resort & Spa?
The closest airport to Abaton Island Resort & Spa is Nikos Kazantzakis airport (30 km) and it is reachable with a 22-minute drive.
Does Abaton Island Resort & Spa hotel provide an airport shuttle?
Bus shuttle is one of the services offered by Abaton Island Resort & Spa hotel. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Is there a parking at the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa hotel?
Yes, the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa hotel features a car park on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at the resort?
Guests of the resort can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-10/10 according to reviews-restaurant Maistrali Coffee Bar & Food offering international cuisine.
Can I have breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What payment methods are available in the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa hotel?
At the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa hotel, you can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and Maestro.
What room types are available at the resort?
Royal Villa, Deluxe Beachfront King Room, and Luxury King Room are among the room types available at the resort.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa?
Every room at the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a safe box for guests' security.
Is the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa accessible to people with disabilities?
Yes, rooms with accessible facilities, wheelchair access, and accessible bathrooms are provided at the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa for guests with special needs.
Does the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa hotel offer facilities for guests with children?
Yes, the guests of the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa hotel can take advantage of cots and a buggy.
Which facilities are available in the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa?
The stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa is equipped with currency exchange and a lift as well as a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service for safety purposes.
Is there a swimming pool in the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa hotel?
Yes, the stylish Abaton Island Resort & Spa hotel features an indoor swimming pool.
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