Abaton Island Resort & Spa - Hersonissos (Crete)
35.304242, 25.417419Overview
5-star luxury resort on the Cretan coastline with 71 private pools
Amenities & Activities
Abaton Island Resort & Spa offers unique underwater tours for snorkeling enthusiasts along its private sandy coves and shoreline. The resort has a private beach with crystal clear waters and provides water sport facilities including diving, windsurfing, and snorkelling on site. Guests can also enjoy tennis on the hotel's tennis court or take part in cooking classes and themed dinner nights exploring local Cretan culture.
Rooms & Accommodations
Each of the 71 rooms at the Abaton Island Resort features an outdoor terrace or private pool, with all interiors designed individually per room type. The accommodation options range from Deep Blu Deluxe Guestrooms with sea views to loft suites with private pools and villas with outdoor hot tubs. Abaton Island Crete provides soundproof rooms and allergy-free options, along with 24-hour room service and turndown service.
Dining & Bars
The resort has five gourmet restaurants serving Cretan, fish, steak, and international cuisine, including the award-winning Elemes and Boney Fish. Buddha Beach Bar offers elegant beachside dining with light snacks and inspired platters alongside a world-renowned mixologist creating signature cocktails. The main bar Ladies & Gentlemen serves pre- and post-dinner drinks with sunset views, and guests can order from a special diet menu upon request.
Wellness & Spa
The spa at Abaton Island Resort & Spa is powered by Elemis and Augustinus Bader skincare products, offering massages, facials, body scrubs, and treatments in a full spa with hammam and steam room. The resort has both an indoor heated pool and a large outdoor saltwater pool, plus a fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, personal trainers, and yoga classes three times daily. Guests can also use the spa lounge/relaxation area, hot tub/Jacuzzi, sauna, and access spa/wellness packages.
Location & Nearby Attractions
Set in Hersonissos, Abaton Island is 22 km from Heraklion International Airport and within walking distance of a mini market and nearby quad bike hire. The hotel provides a shuttle service and car hire, and can arrange excursions to Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos, Aquaworld Aquarium, and the Lixnostatis Folk Museum. Guests can also walk to the Lychnostatis Open Air Museum for drinks on the sand, or take a short taxi ride to Agios Nikolaos.
- Private Beach: Sandy coves and a pier with direct sea access for snorkeling
- Rooms: 71 rooms each with outdoor terrace or private pool
- Dining: Five gourmet restaurants including Buddha Beach Bar with signature cocktails by a world-renowned mixologist
- Wellness: Spa powered by Elemis and Augustinus Bader, with indoor heated pool and yoga classes
- Boutique: Exclusive hotel shop with luxury Italian and Greek jewelry and designer pieces
- Activities: Cooking classes, tennis court, water sports, diving, and themed dinner nights
License number: 1023202
Rooms and availability
-
Room size:
345 sq. feet
-
Bed options:1 King Size Bed
-
Sea view
-
Shower
-
Coffee machine
-
Room size:
400 sq. feet
-
Bed options:1 King Size Bed
-
Shower
-
Private pool
-
Room size:
345 sq. feet
-
Bed options:1 King Size Bed
-
Shower
-
Coffee machine
Essential information about Abaton Island Resort & Spa
| 💵 Lowest room price | 332 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 2.6 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 16.8 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Nikos Kazantzakis, HER |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
Reviews of Abaton Island Resort & Spa
FAQ about Abaton Island Resort & Spa
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Maestro