Sareesh Balan
We stayed for one week on a half-board basis. The property is modern, very well maintained, and offers everything you'd expect from a 5-star resort. The room was small but well-equipped, clean, and comfortable, and the wi-fi worked adequately well, both, in the room and in nearby areas.
The resort features a large, attractive pool area, including a separate adults-only pool, along with a reasonably well-equipped gym.
The food was delicious and varied, with daily themed dinners offering plenty of options to choose from.
Staff were polite, friendly, and always willing to help.
The property is about a 20-minute walk from the beach, with plenty of shops, restaurants, and car rental options nearby.
Evgeniya Vostrikova Goga
We had a great stay at Esperides Resort Crete Signature Collection. The rooms were very nice, modern, clean, and comfortable. The whole resort has a stylish and relaxed feel.
Our favorite part was the Upper Deck restaurant and the main pool area. The views are beautiful, the atmosphere is amazing, and it’s a great place to relax and enjoy your holiday. The food was very good, and the staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay.
We really enjoyed our time here and would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Crete.
Michael
I had a fantastic stay at Esperides Resort in Crete. The hotel itself is beautiful, with stunning views from the dining hall that made every meal even more enjoyable. The food was excellent throughout my stay, and I genuinely looked forward to every breakfast and dinner.
What really made the experience special, however, was the staff. Every member of the team was incredibly kind, welcoming, and went out of their way to help with anything I needed. Nothing ever seemed too much trouble for them. A special mention also goes to Marsela, who looked after my room and was always friendly and thoughtful.
The only downside is the location. The resort is situated at the top of a fairly steep hill, around a 20-minute walk from the town. There is no bus service up the hill, so unless you're happy with the walk, you'll likely need to use taxis.
Aside from that, I have very little to criticise. The beautiful setting, excellent food, and exceptional staff made for a wonderful stay, and I would happily return in the future.
Cedric
Truly an outstanding stay at Esperides Resort Crete. We booked the two-bedroom suite with the jacuzzi and it made us feel right at home from the moment we walked in.
Honestly, this place saved our trip. We had originally booked another hotel for three days that was listed as 5 stars on Booking, but Google told a different story at 3.7. After one look we decided to cut our losses and left the next morning. Coming to Esperides was night and day.
The staff was amazing across the board. The bartenders were excellent, the food was great, and the pool and DJ were top tier. The jacuzzi was hot, and the room was clean, spacious, and just great all around. We ended up extending our stay twice because we didn’t want to leave.
We’ll be back soon. Highly recommend.
Rachel Raisbeck
This was without a doubt the best hotel we have ever stayed in, and we were genuinely sad to leave.
The food was outstanding, with plenty of choice at every meal. We especially loved the themed evenings, particularly the Greek and Cretan nights. The salads were delicious, but there was also plenty available for pickier eaters like our fussy one-year-old. Breakfast was another highlight – the Greek yogurt with fresh fruit and honey was incredible, and the omelettes were excellent.
We stayed in Pool Room 403, which was absolutely fantastic. The private terrace, sun loungers, and pool made it feel truly special. The bed was very comfortable, there was ample wardrobe space, and our cleaner, Sophia, kept the room spotless every day.
Every member of staff was friendly and welcoming. The lady at the spa always greeted us warmly whenever we walked past, which was such a lovely touch. The restaurant staff were attentive, professional, and genuinely friendly throughout our stay.
We visited the bar several times and really enjoyed the live music. The barman (had a 25 day old son!) was lovely and attentive. The setting is beautiful, with stunning coastal views that make it the perfect place to relax in the evening.
The hotel itself is wonderfully original, with quirky décor and so much character. It is also impeccably maintained, with beautiful flowers throughout the grounds. Our daughter loved spotting and pointing them out every time we walked around the hotel.
A special mention must go to Thanasis, the concierge. We believe he had only started about a month before our visit, but he was the very first person we met at Esperides and immediately made us feel welcome. He was kind, cheerful, and genuinely lovely every time we saw him.
We also experienced an issue when a wasp nest began forming near our sun lounger. Juliet and a maintenance team member (whose name we unfortunately didn't catch) dealt with it immediately and ensured everything was safe. Nothing ever seemed to be too much trouble. They had also noticed that our clothesline had broken before we even mentioned it and repaired it promptly.
The restaurant team were all wonderful, including the manager who always took the time to greet us. We'd also like to thank Armando, Adonis, Nikos, Ivana, Maria, and Serdan for helping make our stay so memorable.
Thank you to everyone at Esperides for such a fantastic holiday. We made wonderful memories here and cannot wait to return.
