A curated selection of the best and most beautiful beach hotels and holiday homes with ocean view Crete
Are you looking for a luxurious hotel on a beautiful beach with golden sand, a villa above the bright blue sea or a small bed & breakfast on a rugged cliff overlooking the ocean? Longing for a few relaxing days on the beach to finally feel the warm sun on your skin again? Discover our selection of the best charming beach hotels and seaside accommodations and let yourself be enchanted. From family-run romantic B&Bs near the ocean to luxury hotels on the beach, our portfolio offers a wide variety of lodgings on some of the most beautiful coasts. Our list ranges from contemporary and stylish places to stay in trendy coastal regions all the way to coastal getaways filled with history in off-the-beaten-track locations. But they all have one thing in common: they have been personally selected by us for their excellence, authenticity and beauty so that you don't have to worry about anything and can simply enjoy your dream vacation by the coast.
Our most recent list of the best small beach hotels & villas near the ocean:
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Cottages - Medium Budget- Greece
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- Crete
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- Makrys Gialos
We have found a magic hideaway, a secret well kept by those in the know. In the Aspros Potamos (White River) Valley, just half a mile from the shore in the south-east corner of Crete, thirteen unique cottages, the White River Cottages, lie scattered among groves of olive, pine and carob.- Countryside
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- 13 properties
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- from 85 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - Medium Budget- Greece
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- Crete
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- Koutouloufari
White Blue Villa in Crete is a small exclusive villa with great charm and personal services. Villa Ippocampi is a charming hideaway ideal for a grown-up getaway to the sun. This little gem created with love and dedication is perfect for a honeymoon, a romantic break, or a getaway with friends.- Coast
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- 13 rooms
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- from 120 EUR
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Holiday homes villas - Low BudgetElounda Island Villas is a charming family-run accommodation located near Elounda, Crete. It offers 10 luxurious apartments with balconies overlooking the sea. The villas are eco-friendly and connected to Elounda by an ancient stone bridge, making them the only buildings on the islet.- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 3 properties
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- from 807.14 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - Medium BudgetElounda Island Villas in Crete offer a welcoming atmosphere for relaxation and exploration. Choose from nine cosy holiday apartments with sea and mountain views. There's a small sandy beach in front, and you can access the beautiful Kolokytha bay nearby, known for its turquoise waters.- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 9 properties
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- from 100 EUR
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Bed and Breakfast - Low BudgetPandora Suites is a charming 10-room B&B in Chania's old town with a superb patio and a roof terrace offering panoramic bay views. Tradition and modern comforts blend seamlessly in each suite. Guests can enjoy breakfast and evening drinks on the rooftop garden.- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 10 rooms
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- from 90 EUR
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Hotel & Self-Catering - High Budget- Greece
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- Crete
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- Koutouloufari
Villa Zoe is a boutique hotel in Crete, owned by German hosts Daniela and Martin, offering five uniquely decorated rooms with a bohemian-chic atmosphere. The property boasts stunning sea views and a peaceful ambiance, sans TVs, providing guests with a tranquil, design-conscious retreat.- Coast
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- 5 rooms
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- from 200 EUR
Our short listed lodgings
Below you will find some more lovely accommodations we have recently discovered and that we will publish soon. You can book them through booking.com in the meantime.
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Boutique Hotel - Medium BudgetLocated in the Old City of Chania in a 17th century Venetian and Ottoman villa, you will be able to experience the magnificent world of Crete at AZADE. From endless strolls in the picturesque old town, to long beach drives to some of Europe's finest beaches.- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 9 rooms
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- from 162 EUR
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Boutique Hotel - Low BudgetHidden in one of the quietest corners of Chania's labyrinthine old town, the Harismari Cozy Hotel captures the spirit of Crete. Each room tells a story: antique furniture blends with soft bedding, while sunlight filters through traditional shutters, creating a cozy, intimate, and timeless retreat. You are also welcomed with a warm and friendly attitude.- Historic Quarters
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- 7 rooms
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- from 65 EUR
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Boutique Hotel - Medium BudgetHotel Port 7, located on the port entrance of Agios Nikolaos, offers a stylish and intimate boutique experience with panaramic views of Mirabello bay. With its trendy, contemporary design and thoughtfully curated spaces, many room provides stunning sea views and some even come with a fully equipped kitchenette or outdoor hot tub. Ideally situated within steps of Vilousmeni lake and Kitroplatia beach, it is the perfect starting point for a leisurly stroll past the many shops, bars, and tavernas along the waterfront.- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 12 rooms
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- from 85 EUR
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Boutique Hotel - Low BudgetA small boutique hotel with 9 rooms, Ionas Boutique Hotel is a carefully restored historical home in Chania. Situated in the most quiet, authentic section of the old town. this small hotel mixes traditional Venetian and Ottoman architecture creating an intimate and tranquil atmosphere perfect for couples and solo travelers. Guests can enjoy also a the rooftop terrace.- Historic Quarters
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- 9 rooms
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- from 117 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - Low BudgetA studio with a kitchenette and a duplex apartment with two double beds for 4 people, a kitchen, and a lovely terrace, right in front of the Chania market and just a few steps from the historic centre. Very well equipped, comfortable, and with an excellent location.- City
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- from 95 EUR
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Luxury Hotel - LuxuryThis elegant hotel in Agios Nikolaos offers spectacular views of the enchanting bay of Μirabello, a private beach and two outdoor pools, a luxurious spa and suites with up to 3 bedrooms that are ideal for families.- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 137 rooms
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- from 398 EUR