Luxury hotel holiday Grecotel Caramel Crete

The Grecotel Caramel is a picturesque boutique hotel that, without the impressive central swimming pool, would have the appearance of a quaint white-washed Cretan village. The central seawater swimming pool is atmospherically lit in the evenings and is surrounded by loungers with accompanying parasols and luxurious canopied daybeds. The effect is similar to that of a tropical paradise, but, of course, without the long-haul flight. Palm trees create a sense of privacy for the rooms in the hotel buildings, and also provide shady areas in the water below. Inside the hotel, traditional furnishings, such as the curled-back green sofas, elaborate bronze vases, and gold mirrors and lamps, cast guests back to the opulence of the island's history, while the sleek marble and glass walls, floors, and doors, keep things contemporary. The hotel's two main restaurants offer authentic and tantalising cuisine. The unique feel of Caramel Restaurant compliments the seafront setting with its bold flavours and bright colours, while the informal Gourmet A la Carte Restaurant offers food beside the pool. For a relaxed and sophisticated evening, retire to the Panther Piano Bar. Further afield, guests can dine at the Agreco Farm, for a truly memorable and traditional experience, with vineyards and olive groves all around. At the Caramel Wellness Centre, guests can enjoy a range of specialised treatments, or blow off some steam in the Fitness Room. At nearby Grecotel resorts, guests can also make the most of the Ayurveda treatments. Accommodation at the Grecotel Caramel follows a very bright and fresh theme. Everything is kept white, from the walls to the upholstery, but with rustic and characterful furnishings, and rich blue floral coverings on the beds. The tall windows of each room open out onto sensational views of the pool, the lush landscape behind the hotel, and the sea in front. The open plan style of the room ensures that they feel very spacious, and that many of the rooms can accommodate additional guests. One of the highlights of your stay here will be the 300m stretch of private beach, where guests can relax on one of the soft loungers or paddle in the water. The Grecotel Caramel is the perfect choice for long- or short-stay breaks in Europe, particularly if you are looking to combine a beautiful natural setting with a dose of culture and traditional style.