Location Aldemar Knossos Villas is located in the area of Anissaras on the beautiful island of Crete. The famous resort of Hersonissos lies 4.3km away and the city of Heraklion is at a distance of 26.7km. The nearest airport is Heraklion International airport 23.9km away from the property. Your Accommodation Luminosity and serenity await you at our deluxe Knossos Villas in Crete, Greece uniquely located next to a crystal clear sea, with 40 outstanding garden, pool or sea view facing villas, along with beautifully manicured lawns, abundant gardens, spacious verandas and azure swimming pools. Indulge in traditional Cretan cuisine that offers the finest tastes, and take advantage of the dozens of activities at your disposal, such as sports, water sports, wellness and exercise programs. Last but not least, make sure to visit the nearby Aldemar Thalassotherapy Centre, providing total relaxation and wellness. On Greece’s largest island, where nature enthralls and myths still live and breathe, stands a small and exclusive community that promises the maximum in summer enjoyment. Dotted along a coastline washed by the dazzling Aegean, the Knossos Villas are cooled by a breeze that ripples through verdant gardens, while earthy colors are reflected in the crystalline waters of the sea below. It is both an ideal refuge for a calming and relaxing break,and a cosmopolitan holiday destination. Enjoy summer fun by the sea, treat yourself at the neighboring thalassotherapy centre, experience exciting sport activities and savour the culinary delights of our renowned local cuisine. Knossos Villas are situated in a separate private section within Knossos Royal premises The hotel features: Free of Charge: Guest Relation Services, 24-hour hotel security, Pool & Beach Lifeguards, First Aid, Luggage service and room, Wireless internet access in rooms and common areas, Transportation to and from Royal Mare Thalasso Center On request at extra charge: Organized excursions, Horse riding center (22km from the hotel ), Currency exchange, Laundry / Dry cleaning service (turnaround within 24 hours), Taxi – Daily coach services to and from Heraklion & Ag. Nikolaos, Car, motorbike and bicycle hire – Limousine Transfer, 18-hole Golf course (7km from hotel), Crete Aquarium (10km from the hotel), Wedding packages Rooms Suites Features & Amenities & Services: Flat Screen Cable-Satellite TV Sound bar , Direct dial telephone ,Wi-Fi Internet Access ,Individually Controlled Air Condition ,Refrigerator ,Espresso machine & Tea Facilities ,Mini-Bar (extra charge), Welcome Package (including water with daily refill, wine, fresh fruits with daily refill, selection of canapés, and selection of delights with daily refill) ,Flowers, Room Service ,Daily Maid Service ,Turndown Service ,Beach Towels, Private Balcony or Veranda with Furniture,Safe Deposit Box (free of charge) ,VIP Bath Set, Bathroom with Bathtub ,Bathrobe, towels and slippers, Magnifying Mirror ,Hairdryer ,Limousine from and to the airport (upon request / extra charge) ,Lear-Jet / Helicopter service (upon request / extra charge) ,Personal Guest Relations service ,Lobby with personalized check in /out service Club ,transfer within hotel premises (upon request) ,Daily newspaper of your choice (on request), Pool and private section on the beach with waiter service at the sun beds (upon request) ,Secretarial support (upon request / extra charge), Cigars (upon request / extra charge) ,Priority booking for special evenings / events ,Late check-out (upon availability) . Free Sports and Wellness Direct access to sea with life guard, 2 central outdoor pools (sea water), 1 indoor pool (fresh water), 7 pools for the use of villas’ guests (sea water), 2 outdoor children’s pool (one with fresh water), Waterslide (45 meters), Beach and pool deck chairs & umbrellas, Outdoor showers, changing rooms, WC(main pool & beach), 2 tennis courts (quartz sand), 2 table tennis – Mini Golf, Fitness Center, Special athletic tournaments, Water Games – Water Polo – Beach Volley Sports and Wellness for a Fee 7 tennis courts (clay) – in neighboring Royal Mare, Night Tennis (floodlit courts) – Tennis Lessons, Squash court, Sauna, Billiards. Model Thalasso Spa Center “Royal Mare Thalasso” (World’s Leading Thalasso & Spa Resort every year since 2006, World Travel Awards), for relaxation, well-being and beauty treatments, at the neighboring hotel, Aldemar Royal Mare. Entertainment / Activities Free of charge: Evening programs and shows by our animation team at the open air amphitheater (weather permitting), Large-screen TV & DVD Room, Bridge Room, Work out programs with fitness instructors, Daily entertainment options (live music program, disco night, beach party etc) – drinks extra charge, Dance competitions, cooking lessons, Quiz, Bingo, Competitions At extra charge: Games Room, Theme nights (upon reservation), Special Private Dinner (upon reservation) SHOPS WITHIN THE HOTEL Knossos Royal: Aldemar Shop Jewellery shop, Boutiques, Mini-market, Traditional art shop, Hair Salon For Children FACILITIES & SERVICES FOR CHILDREN: Baby Cot / Playpen free of charge & baby sitting (on request/extra charge), Child minding (on request/extra charge),Baby Monitor / Pushchair (on request), 2 outdoor children’s pools (the one with sea water), Waterslide (45 meters), Children’s high chairs, Children’s play area, Baby Menus available on Request MINI CLUB “ALDY’’: For children aged 4-12, seven days a week, 10:00 – 18:00 / multilingual supervisors, Entertainment activities, Mini Disco, Program for all ages (special maxi club 01/07 – 31/08), Mini Buffet at the Mini Club “ALDY” Including a selection of sponge cakes,sandwiches, juices, water, one ice cream per child, Mini Restaurant for dinner Meals /Drinks RESTAURANTS & BARS: Knossos Villas Restaurant for breakfast, Main Restaurant of Knossos Royal for dinner, Gourmet Restaurant "Fontana Amorosa", Taverna "Artemis", Snack Bar / Restaurant, Beach Restaurant / bar, Main Bar, Pool Bar, Room Service (07:30 — 00:30), Open disco June — Sep occasionally at the Main Bar Breakfast in Knossos Villas MEALS (for villas' guests) Breakfast in Knossos Villas Restaurant 08:00 – 11:00 American-style Buffet Room Service 07:30 – 13:00 A la carte breakfast (inclusive) Dinner in Main Restaurant 18:30 – 21:15 Buffet Service (inclusive: HB) GENERAL NOTES Drinks are not included in the price, Missed meals cannot be replaced, BB applies to breakfast in Villas restaurant (or Main Restaurant), HB applies to breakfast in Villas restaurant (or Main Restaurant) and dinner in Main Restaurant, Gluten Free meals available upon request, All other FB departments-services are on extra charge, Some departments may operate periodically depending also on weather conditions and occupancy, All information on this sheet are subject to change for operational reasons without prior notice Official Category *****LUX