The resort is just a 20-minute drive from Heraklion International Airport, offering a swift and scenic arrival to your coastal sanctuary.

Amirandes offers a total of 204 rooms, suites, bungalows and villas. Accommodation is light and contemporary in design, with natural materials, calming tones, and private balconies or terraces. Some categories include private pools, garden courtyards or direct beachfront access. Families and couples are both well catered for, with a variety of configurations available, including recently refreshed Sport Suites and sea-facing villas. All rooms are equipped with modern amenities, and the overall design reflects a quiet sense of luxury and space.

Dining is a key part of the experience at Amirandes, with ten venues offering a wide range of cuisine and settings. Guests can enjoy Mediterranean and international buffets at the main restaurant, organic Cretan dishes at the award-winning à la carte restaurant, and refined Italian dining at Minotaur, which features a collection of original Picasso ceramics. There are also beachfront seafood options, Asian specialities, light bites by the pool, and sweet treats at the traditional patisserie. Cocktails and refreshments are served across several bars, including the lagoon-facing Labyrinth Lounge and the relaxed Sunset Lounge by the beach. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options are available in all restaurants.

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The resort features the 440m² Elixir Alchemy Spa, which offers an indoor pool, sauna, treatment rooms, a beauty salon and a seafront massage area. The fitness centre is equipped with Technogym and Cybex equipment, and wellness sessions such as yoga and aqua gym are regularly available. For recreation, there are floodlit tennis and padel courts, beach volleyball, mini soccer, table tennis and a range of watersports including kayaking, sailing and jet-skiing, available at an additional charge.

Families are well accommodated, with children’s menus in restaurants and a range of activities suitable for younger guests. The resort also offers digital e-bike rentals with guided GPS routes, allowing guests to explore the surrounding area independently and at their own pace. Seasonal culinary events, excursions, and visits to Grecotel’s organic farm near Rethymno are available for those interested in local food and culture.