# 3 of 84 hotels in Agios Nikolaos

Hotel St. Nicolas Bay(5 stars)

Thessi Nissi P.O. Box 47 GR-72100 Aghios Nikolaos Kreta, Griechenland Show map
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  • Well-kept Hotel (15)
    "Well-kept Hotel" found in 26 reviews
    • " Very nice and well-kept Hotel " 
      5.191666666666666
      September 2011
    • " Very nice and quiet hotel . Has everything it needs. It lacked only the 'Greek' kitchen at the dinner with half board. The ... " 
      5.191666666666666
      September 2011
    • " We have gorgeously relaxed owing to the very attentive and friendly staff, the great atmosphere of the hotel. The food was very delicious, in the form of a buffet and there was something for ... " 
      5.788888888888889
      June 2011
    • " Small hotel with 107 rooms. Enough beach chairs with umbrella. Nice rooms with safe and air conditioning. ... " 
      4.419444444444445
      August 2011
    • " Great holiday " 
      5.625
      August 2012
    • " We were with this hotel very satisfied . At the start we found our bathroom too small, and therefore complained. The very friendly ... " 
      5.625
      August 2012
    • " A very relaxing vacation in wonderful hotel " 
      5.477777777777778
      June 2012
    • " ... staff... everyone was very friendly and courteous former. I would be welcomed with Laechen every day and after my opinion and what I have experienced... I felt very welcome and very pampered. I can only recommend this hotel . I booked half board, for the traveller who do the same I can only recommend it, that at the ... " 
      5.75
      September 2011
    • " - wonderful hotel area directly by the sea-very friendly staff-great buffet-everything was very clean-great ... " 
      6
      October 2011
    • " -wonderful hotel area directly by the sea-very friendly staff-great buffet-everything was very clean -great service we are looking forward to next year! Thank you for those great vacation! " 
      6
      October 2011
    • " ... good reviews we had 2011 to a vacation in St. Nicolas Bay determined. Our impression yielded so blatantly most assessments from, that we initially feared, our expectations on a vacation in the five star hotel are unrealistic high. After we this year but successful holidays in a also fünfsternigem hotel ... " 
      3.5416666666666665
      June 2012
    • " All around a pleasant stay . Silent Hotel, ideal for relaxation And relaxation. No annoying animation. Rooms and the whole ... " 
      4.958333333333333
      July 2011
    • " The hotel is perfect for a vacation for relaxing. You feel comfortable all round and the service is second to none. ... " 
      5.8999999999999995
      July 2012
    • " The hotel is perfect for a vacation for relaxing. You feel comfortable all round and the service is second to none. I would definitely recommendable half board to book, since ... " 
      5.8999999999999995
      July 2012
    • " Great Hotel , with high extra charges for drinks " 
      4.533333333333333
      October 2011
  • Friendly and helpful staff (6)
    "Friendly and helpful staff" found in 6 reviews
    • " The hotel and the service including food variety earn five star. Even though we shortly before closing time of the hotels were (end of the season October) was always friendly and helpful staff . " 
      5.5249999999999995
      October 2011
    • " -wonderful hotel area directly by the sea- very friendly staff -great buffet-everything was very clean-great service we are looking forward to next year! Thank ... " 
      6
      October 2011
    • " -wonderful hotel area directly by the sea-very friendly staff-great buffet-everything was very clean- great service we are looking forward to next year! Thank you for those great vacation! " 
      6
      October 2011
    • " ... think, understands. The Spa area was small and the treatments expensive. Prices for drinks were much too high, a Greek beer for five, 60 euro, a glass of Greek wine 0.15 liter for six, 50. The staff was very friendly , the beach and the water was super (blue flag). The walk to town takes about 30 minutes the, ... " 
      4.533333333333333
      October 2011
    • " At the end of the season very good service , high extra charg " 
      4.680555555555556
      October 2011
    • " ... local dishes from the grill- really great! Here is a little more private and you have the choice of wonderful Spot where you romantic sit and eat. Another highlight is the pool or beach bar. Really nice staff , delicious cocktails and in the evening when it becomes a special location. Directly at of the ... " 
      6
      January 2012
  • Great location (5)
    "Great location" found in 5 reviews
    • " Great location , clean, untrained staff, meal plan repeated after one week. Beer 0.33 L 5.75 euro, sandwich at ... " 
      4.361111111111111
      June 2011
    • " the location is perfect , those who like it is on foot in Agios Nikolaos the tourist, the peace prefers remains in the ... " 
      6
      January 2012
    • " ... however therefor also very private. It is never crowded and you could always find spot-it is right on the sandy beach, or on the jetty on the laid out rock terrace. also the pool area offers a great view and sufficient Sunbathing areas for Salzwasserscheuen. there are two types of boats, A Jet ... " 
      6
      January 2012
    • " Very nice hotel with a great location directly at the small however fine sandy beach. Pleasant atmosphere, as mixed public and no ... " 
      5.791666666666667
      June 2011
    • " The hotel is very suitable for people seeking quiet couples. The most beautiful places are very individually designed and shop, the great view of the sea . The buffet should offer a little more Greek food. The Spa area was very welcoming. " 
      5.25
      October 2011

Hotel review overview

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  • Hotel in general
    5.5
  • Room
    5.4
  • Service
    5.2
  • Location
    4.9
  • Gastronomy
    5.2
  • Sport
    5.0

Rating breakdown

  • Excellent
    35
  • Very Good
    15
  • Acceptable
    3
  • Poor
    1
  • Terrible
    0
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The most helpful favorable review

6
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

-wonderful hotel area directly by the sea-very friendly staff-great buffet-everything was very clean-great service we are looking forward to next year! Thank you for those great vacation! …  read more

The most helpful critical review

3.5416666666666665
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

Because of the mostly above average good reviews we had 2011 to a vacation in St. Nicolas Bay determined. Our impression yielded so blatantly most assessments from, that we initially feared, our expectations on a vacation in the five star hotel are unrealistic high. After we this year but successful holidays in a also fünfsternigem hotel spent, the Predicate in any Respect deserves (schlosshotel elmau), we would like our review st. Nicolas Bay subsequentl …  read more

Summary of guest reviews by categories

  • " The hotel is very suitable for people seeking quiet couples. The most beautiful places are very individually designed and ... "  Read more
    5.25
    October 2011
  • " A very relaxing vacation in wonderful hotel "  Read more
    5.477777777777778
    June 2012
  • " Small hotel with 107 rooms. Enough beach chairs with umbrella. Nice rooms with safe and air conditioning. ... "  Read more
    4.419444444444445
    August 2011
  • " -wonderful hotel area directly by the sea-very friendly staff-great buffet-everything was very clean-great ... "  Read more
    6
    October 2011
  • " -wonderful hotel area directly by the sea-very friendly staff-great buffet-everything was very clean-great service we are looking forward to next year! Thank you for those great vacation! "  Read more
    6
    October 2011
  • " We have gorgeously relaxed owing to the very attentive and friendly staff, the great atmosphere of the hotel. The food was very delicious, in the form of a buffet and there was something for ... "  Read more
    5.788888888888889
    June 2011
  • " Nice hotel but wellness area three star level "  Read more
    4.5
    October 2011
  • " All around a pleasant stay. Silent Hotel, ideal for relaxation And relaxation. No annoying animation. Rooms and the whole ... "  Read more
    4.958333333333333
    July 2011
  • " Great Hotel, with high extra charges for drinks "  Read more
    4.533333333333333
    October 2011
  • " Great Hotel, unfortunately in the evening no entertainment, except for a pianist in the bar so loud that ... "  Read more
    4.533333333333333
    October 2011
  • " Very nice hotel-fantastic location and quiet "  Read more
    5.791666666666667
    June 2011
  • " Very nice hotel with a great location directly at the small however fine sandy beach. Pleasant atmosphere, as ... "  Read more
    5.791666666666667
    June 2011
  • " Very nice hotel with a great location directly at the small however fine sandy beach. Pleasant atmosphere, as mixed public and no animation! Love to stay there again and would definitely recommend the ... "  Read more
    5.791666666666667
    June 2011
  • " Very nice hotel with a great location directly at the small however fine sandy beach. Pleasant atmosphere, as mixed public and no animation! Love to stay there again and would definitely recommend the hotel! "  Read more
    5.791666666666667
    June 2011
  • " Very nice and well-kept Hotel "  Read more
    5.191666666666666
    September 2011
  • " The hotel is very suitable for people seeking quiet couples. The most beautiful places are very individually designed and shop, the great view of the sea. The buffet should offer a little more Greek food. The Spa area was very welcoming. "  Read more
    5.25
    October 2011
  • " Very nice hotel with a great location directly at the small however fine sandy beach. Pleasant atmosphere, as mixed public and no ... "  Read more
    5.791666666666667
    June 2011
  • " Great location, clean, untrained staff, meal plan repeated after one week. Beer 0.33 L 5.75 euro, sandwich at ... "  Read more
    4.361111111111111
    June 2011
  • " the location is perfect, those who like it is on foot in Agios Nikolaos the tourist, the peace prefers remains in the ... "  Read more
    6
    January 2012
  • " ... however therefor also very private. It is never crowded and you could always find spot-it is right on the sandy beach, or on the jetty on the laid out rock terrace. also the pool area offers a great view and sufficient Sunbathing areas for Salzwasserscheuen. there are two types of boats, A Jet ... "  Read more
    6
    January 2012
  • " We have gorgeously relaxed owing to the very attentive and friendly staff, the great atmosphere of the hotel. The food was very delicious, in the form of a buffet and ... "  Read more
    5.788888888888889
    June 2011
  • " -wonderful hotel area directly by the sea-very friendly staff-great buffet-everything was very clean-great service we are looking forward to next year! Thank ... "  Read more
    6
    October 2011
  • " -wonderful hotel area directly by the sea-very friendly staff-great buffet-everything was very clean-great service we are looking forward to next year! Thank you for those great vacation! "  Read more
    6
    October 2011
  • " ... think, understands. The Spa area was small and the treatments expensive. Prices for drinks were much too high, a Greek beer for five, 60 euro, a glass of Greek wine 0.15 liter for six, 50. The staff was very friendly, the beach and the water was super (blue flag). The walk to town takes about 30 minutes the, ... "  Read more
    4.533333333333333
    October 2011
  • " At the end of the season very good service, high extra charg "  Read more
    4.680555555555556
    October 2011
  • " The hotel and the service including food variety earn five star. Even though we shortly before closing time of the hotels were (end of the season October) was always friendly and helpful staff. "  Read more
    5.5249999999999995
    October 2011
  • " ... local dishes from the grill- really great! Here is a little more private and you have the choice of wonderful Spot where you romantic sit and eat. Another highlight is the pool or beach bar. Really nice staff, delicious cocktails and in the evening when it becomes a special location. Directly at of the ... "  Read more
    6
    January 2012
  • " ... the other guests. The breakfast was spectacular, the price/performance ratio in the restaurant could be improved. Aghios Nikolaos is close to the hotel and a very nice, entzückene Greek village with good food and shopping. Very romantic the restaurants and bars around the small lake in the center of the ... "  Read more
    5.558333333333334
    July 2011
  • " -wonderful hotel area directly by the sea-very friendly staff-great buffet-everything was very clean-great service we are looking forward to next year! Thank you for ... "  Read more
    6
    October 2011
  • " We have gorgeously relaxed owing to the very attentive and friendly staff, the great atmosphere of the hotel. The food was very delicious, in the form of a buffet and there was something for everyone. We had no complaints, ... "  Read more
    5.788888888888889
    June 2011
  • " ... by muesli different types of bread with everything that belonged to it, fresh prepared egg dishes, Pancakes and fruit. in the half board offered food was diverse and always delicious. The best food, which we had in this context. The service didn't leave any wishes open. A special highlight ... "  Read more
    6
    January 2012
  • " ... service and quality were very good. The location of the hotel is fantastic. The prices in the hotel were a bit excessive, but you can easily avoid. In the immediate area is a supermarket and two very good restaurants (200-300m). In the hotel there were no activities-just toli!!! No scrimmage at 10:00 ... "  Read more
    5.902777777777779
    June 2011
  • " ... and not very far from a à la carte restaurant deviates. The complex is very tidy and peaceful. In the town are approximately 20 minutes away on foot or you can also take a cab at 6 Euro. There there are some restaurants, Souvenir shops and bars. "  Read more
    5.8999999999999995
    July 2012
  • " I am very impressed with this hotel since the complex is very nice. I booked a double room for single use, to my surprise I received a suite. The rooms are big and nice former. The furniture was not from last year, you can see that there is small flaws ... "  Read more
    5.75
    September 2011
Ilka
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 61-65
1 Other hotel reviews
4.8
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
We have a relaxed vacation made. The starters buffet in the evening was always the same. The served main courses could also to be desired. The female staff during dinner was in any case a five star hotel. The additional costs are very high. There is no shops in the immediate vicinity and no restauans. … read more
Ilka
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 61-65
1 Other hotel reviews
4.5
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
The hotel was great and had 5 stars. The evening buffet was always the same and the served main courses also nothing special. The female staff during dinner was also in no way 5-stars. At 3 +. Unfortunate also the distance to the place or shopping and restaurants. However the whole complex is really recommendable. … read more
Sindy
Germany
  • Friends
  • Age 36-40
1 Other hotel reviews
6.0
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
My girlfriend and I have in this hotel a wonderful week spend. We felt very much at ease in our apartment the ambience, the guest within the complex is offered, is really second to none. You can not at all full look at this variety. The food is plentiful, wether fish or meat or vegetables of all kinds, it is something for every guest for everyone. The location is nat. Also a dream, because it right next to the sea is, as one is on the photo can see. The staff is always friendly and in a good mood and turn for … read more
Detlef
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 56-60
4 Other hotel reviews
5.5
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
Wonderful relaxing - for children unsuitable, therefore also very, very few there. Well maintained audience from 30 years old and above. Topbademöglichkeit - service good. Very good food. Staff attentive. Private beach and possibility to go swimming. On foot after Aghios Nikolaios in any case feasible. … read more
Hilde
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 61-65
15 Other hotel reviews
4.6
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
In this hotel you can quiet holidays spend. The from us inhabited room had balcony and a roof terrace with sun beds and sun screen. What somewhat too briefly are shelf space for shirt's and laundry. - the problem, that loungers and then long time or not at all be used, is also here. The half board-food, especially the wine main course, is not so great. - you can relax at the salad buffet and at the starters buffet reasonably good use, as well as the dessert area not bad. The same applies to the breakfast buffet. The à la … read more
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Hotel description *

  • Location
    This bungalow-style resort, with its private pool villas spread over a small peninsula, has views of both the spectacular Mirabello Bay and the old fishing village of Agios Nikolaos. It is located 10 m from the Byzantine church of Agio Nikolaos and 500 m from the nearest public transport links. It is just 1.5 km from the centre of Agios Nikolaos, on the road to Elounda. Guests will find nightspots and shops in Agios Nikolaos and the hotel lies 10 km from Kritsa village, Panagia Kera Church and Spinalonga Island. The Plateau of Lassithi is 40 km and it is 70 km to the archaeological site of the Knossos Palace, and to Heraklion. Heraklion Airport is located just some 69 km from the property.
  • Facilities
    This is a wonderful, upscale getaway which blends all the amenities and attentive service of a resort with the intimacy and unique aesthetics of a boutique hotel. This charming, family-friendly hotel features extensive gardens with green lawns, olive trees and roses gently swaying over the stone paths connecting the different areas of the resort. It offers guests an ambiance of seclusion and has discreetly situated suites nestled amongst the green foliage, with spacious private terraces and private pools with panoramic sea views. Renovated in 2010, the hotel comprises a total of 113 accommodation units, including 17 suites and 17 junior suites. Facilities on offer to guests at this air-conditioned establishment include a lobby area with a 24-hour reception and check-out service, a hotel safe, a currency exchange facility, a cloakroom and a newspaper stand. There is a games room, an art gallery and boutique, a home cinema TV lounge and a kids' club for the younger guests. A cafe, 3 bars/lounges and 3 restaurants are also on site. Guests will appreciate the conference facilities and wireless Internet access. They can also take advantage of the room and laundry services and there is parking available for those arriving by car. It is also possible to hire bicycles on the premises.
  • Rooms
    Accommodation is in whitewashed rooms in traditional Cretan style, blended to perfection with the design interiors. They feature island-style furnishing and all come with a private bathroom with a shower/bathtub, marble surfaces, luxurious bathrobes, slippers, Molton Brown and Korre toiletries, and a hairdryer. They offer a double bed and are equipped with a direct dial telephone, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player, a music channel, a safe, wireless Internet access and a minibar (charges apply). Furthermore, individually regulated air conditioning and heating are provided in all accommodation as standard. The spacious balconies or terraces offer stunning sea views and total privacy and many of the suites feature a private heated pool and a terrace garden.
  • Sports/Entertainment
    This hotel features an impressive range of leisure facilities including 3 swimming pools (1 indoor pool and 1 children's swimming area, including 1 heated pool) and a private beach. Guests can also relax at the poolside snack bar, or on the sun terrace with its sun loungers and parasols. Aqua fit classes are available, as well as aerobics, a water sports centre and a scuba diving school. It is also possible to go waterskiing, jet skiing, diving, surfing, windsurfing, motor boating, banana boating, sailing, canoeing or pedal boating. At the luxurious spa, guests can enjoy a full range of treatments and facilities which include massage rooms, a thalasso therapy suite, saunas, steam baths, a hot tub, a gym and an indoor swimming pool. Guests can also play a game of paddle tennis and table tennis or explore the surrounding area by bicycle. Moreover, sun loungers and parasols are available for guests' use on the sandy/rocky beach.
  • Meals
    Guests at the resort will enjoy a high level of service and unsurpassed culinary creativity in the property's restaurants and bars, including 2 main restaurants and 3 à la carte restaurants. The innovative cuisine of Crete uses the finest local fresh ingredients, prepared in an inspiring variety of ways using virgin olive oil.
  • Payment
    American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and VISA are accepted.
  • Misc.
    Reception and security services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • How to get there
    Heraklion Airport is only 69 km from the resort. Guests arriving from Herkalion International Airport should take the national road to the east towards Agios Nikolaos. Once in Agios Nikolaos harbour, turn left and follow the seaside road for 1.5 km until reaching the resort.
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Hotel amenities

  • Luggage room
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Non-smoking room
  • Hairdressers/Beauty salon
  • Business centre
  • Play rooms
  • Hotel safe
  • Internet
  • Lift
  • Central heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Car park

Room amenities

  • Writing bureau
  • CD Player
  • Satellite TV
  • Fan
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Coffee and tea
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Wake up call/Alarm clock
  • Pets allowed
  • Fire alarm

Gastronomy

  • Restaurant
  • Hotel bar
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Packed lunches

A choice of sports

  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool
  • Volleyball

Spa offers

  • Spa centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room/ turkish bath
  • Whirlpool

Other hotel information

  • City hotel
  • 24 hour reception
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Express check in and check out
  • Eurocard/Mastercard
  • Car hire
  • Ocean
  • Ticket service
  • Information desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Pets allowed
  • All public and private areas are no smoking zones
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi access included
  • Newspaper
  • Laundry service
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