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A Cretan style village right on the sea between Aghios Nikolaos (3.5km) and Elounda (5km), from which a frequent bus service connects with both villages.The airport and capital City of Heraklion are 65 km away, and all the fascinating attractions of the island can be reached by full or half day excursions.
The village is comprised of 222 units of different types, set among 65.000 square meters of gardens.
All units enjoy the same facilities including individual air-conditioning / heating, direct dial telephone, safety deposit box, TV, fridge, facilities for light cooking, filter coffee machines, hairdryer, private bath and shower and large terrace or balcony.
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Nestled in a remote location that captivates with its scenic beauty, Candia Park Village hotel requires a car for exploration but rewards guests with its serene, village-like atmosphere and private beaches. Cleanliness is a highlight, with travelers commending the daily maintenance of the pristine beaches and accommodations. The service draws positive attention for the staff's commitment to creating memorable stays.
However, guests have called out the high prices, particularly at the hotel's restaurant and bar, suggesting that the value proposition could be improved. Despite the overall praise for the amenities, opinions on room quality and pricing vary.
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We stayed in a family suite with access to the garden. The hotel’s concept is to offer a Cretan village experience, and the buildings are designed accordingly. The hotel is located in a beautiful spot on a hillside by the Mirampello Bay, about five kilometers south of Agios Nikolaos.
General areas and rooms: The hotel area has some stairs, so it may not be suitable for those with mobility issues. However, there are ramps for strollers. The general areas and facilities were well-maintained and clean, but not exceptionally so compared to our previous experiences. The rooms were somewhat outdated and in need of renovation, although the bathrooms were renovated a few years ago. The room itself was spacious and comfortable, though the extra bed for children was of poor quality. It’s important to remember the village-like concept of the hotel, so it’s not a modern hotel. The Serenity suites by the beach are renovated, but their price seemed overpriced.
Food and services: We had half-board and ate breakfast and dinner at the hotel’s main restaurant. The food was of good quality and tasty, but often lukewarm. The biggest downside was the cooled food. The dishes at Fili Taverna were good but overpriced compared to the general price level in Crete. The pool bar’s food selection was limited, but it could be ordered via an app directly to the sunbed. The hotel also has a kids’ club with friendly staff. A couple of evenings a week, there were shows for children in the central square, and the bubble show and magician were enjoyable.
Location and transportation: The hotel’s location is remote, so I recommend renting a car if you want to explore the surroundings. Taxis are also a convenient way to get to the town center. The hotel’s minimarket had a limited and expensive selection, so I recommend shopping in Agios Nikolaos.
Beach: The hotel has its own private and clean sandy beach with clear water and plenty of fish, making it a great spot for snorkeling. Sunbeds were readily available right by the water if you went early after breakfast. The beach also has a water sports equipment rental, and renting a pedal boat was a fun activity for the children.
Summary: The hotel is in a beautiful location, well-maintained, and the staff is friendly. It offers plenty of activities for families with children, but the rooms need renovation. The hotel’s guests were mostly German families with children, so it might not be the best choice for couples traveling without kids. The whole hotel felt somewhat overpriced, but due to the beautiful beach and friendly service, I might consider staying again.
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Date of stay: October 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Rent a car to explore the surroundings. Bring a snorkel to explore the clear sea. Book a Serenity...
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Response from Ιoannis Αvramakis, General Manager at Candia Park Village
Responded 17 Oct 2024
Dear OJT-87, Thank you for your detailed review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful beach, the range of activities for children, and the friendly service. We are also glad you appreciated our unique Cretan village concept and the spaciousness of the rooms, though we understand your concerns regarding the need for renovations. Your feedback on the food temperature and other services is noted and will be reviewed with the relevant teams. We hope to welcome you again in the future and provide an even better experience. Warm regards, Giannis Avramakis Hotel Manager
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I had a robust 80min massage (Cretan style) in a very relaxing ambience with nice oils that focussed on my neck - as requested (by Rafael). And I’ll probably have one again next time I visit. Thumps up 👍🏼
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Response from Ιoannis Αvramakis, General Manager at Candia Park Village
Responded 20 June 2023
Dear Jekimo86 Thank you so much for your kind message on TripAdvisor. We are so happy to read that you enjoyed your spa treatment from Rafael, and we are so delighted that it positively impacted your experience and that you took the time to write about it. We all look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another memorable stay! Best regards Avramakis Ioannis Hotel Manager
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A really beautiful, spacious hotel village, ideal for families with children. Nice and very hard-working team. The food is delicious and there is something for everyone - there is also a small children's buffet. The prices for food and drinks outside of buffet times are not overpriced and are even delivered to the beach or to the room.
Our children (7 and 3) really enjoyed a chocolate massage in the spa with Efi and Rafael. Thank you very much.
Our apartment in the hotel is spacious and clean. The two air conditioning units are easy to adjust and do not disturb at night. Only the patio chairs are a bit uncomfortable but fine for a short stay.
Overall, highly recommended!
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Very nice complex, which is set up like a Greek village. Although the complex is large, everything is well distributed and you don't feel like you're in a large hotel bunker. Great places to lie down by the pool under olive trees with a great view of the sea. The beach area is also really great. Overall, we felt very comfortable in the complex.
However, there are also a few things that aren't so great and where the hotel needs to improve as soon as possible.
We had a Village View apartment. Like all rooms in this category, only the bathroom has been renovated. The rest is very old and, in my opinion, should be urgently updated and renovated. Unfortunately, the cleaning was only OK after a complaint. Before that, it seemed as though the most that had been done was sweeping and making the beds. The two restaurants weren't good either. The food is unfortunately not worth 4 stars. I don't understand why everyone here writes how great the food is.
The price for the quality of the drinks is much too high. A cocktail, for example, costs €10 and is served in a long drink glass that is filled with most ice cubes. So more of a rip-off than decent cocktails. The service in the bar also leaves a lot to be desired. If you sit outside, it can happen that no one comes to ask for drinks for 10 minutes. And that's even though you're sitting there alone!
Furthermore, unfortunately only coffee is included with breakfast. Cappuccino or similar must be paid for yourself at expensive prices. The juices at breakfast taste very artificial...
Due to the great facilities, we can basically imagine going to the hotel again. But then only to the completely renovated Serenity Sea Fronts rooms. However, something needs to be done about the price. Because in general the price-performance ratio is unfortunately not right and it is much too expensive.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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We spent so long trying to find somewhere in Crete and booked Candia Park based on the reviews, it felt like a gamble as anywhere does when you’ve never been there but we needn’t have worried. We stayed here from 4th-14th October 2024. We couldn’t have been happier with our experience. My husband has run hotels, restaurants and bars for years in the UK and USA, this makes him a very fussy traveller and very critical, he is not easily pleased but we’ve been back a few days and he’s already booked us in for next year! The staff are everything here, they are SO friendly, welcoming and accommodating. From reception to the bar and restaurants to the cleaning staff who bring fresh towels and clean the room everyday, they also made cute bows out of the bed sheets and even made a little bed for my daughters toy that she absolutely loved. These little touches were so appreciated. They work so incredibly hard and still manage to make you feel comfortable and well looked after. We have allergies, mine is very severe/ anaphylactic which is new to me and very frightening. Wherever we ate, the buffet, a la carte or even when we arrived at 11.30pm (and the lovely Maria on reception made us pizza!) they were so reassuring, they checked everything meticulously. Whenever I went to the buffet the super friendly head chef would give me a tour of every single option and tell me what was in it and if it was safe for me to eat, honestly I wish I could have brought him home with me, I felt so bad for inconveniencing him so often but he never gave any inkling that he wasn’t happy to do it and made me feel so safe! It’s the perfect place if you don’t like big, all inclusive hotels, surrounded by other Brits. It feels authentic just like a village and is absolutely beautiful. It’s spread over quite a big area which makes it all the more special, there’s an ice cream parlour, gym, shop and spa, all lovely. There are stunning views from every angle, a private beach with excellent snorkelling and the pool is so relaxing, the kids can have fun playing but the lifeguard makes sure it’s within reason. It’s close to Agios Nikolaos town centre and Elounda which are both well worth a visit. I would recommend hiring a car, it was easy enough online and saved us travelling at least an extra hour on a coach transfer, the hotel was so easy to find from Heraklion airport and took just under an hour. One very small criticism is that our children are 11 and 13 and we were surrounded by babies in every other apartment, whose crying woke us up every morning. I’m sure it was just an unfortunate coincidence and if we had mentioned it, something could have been done but it would definitely be something to consider. Thank you to all the staff at Candia Village Park, we will look forward to seeing you next year and hope you enjoy a well deserved break!
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Hire a car
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Response from Ιoannis Αvramakis, General Manager at Candia Park Village
Responded 21 Oct 2024
Dear Daydream64702311864,, Thank you so much for sharing this heartfelt and detailed review of your stay with us at Candia Park Village! We are thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful holiday. It's especially meaningful to know that your husband, with his background in hospitality, was so impressed by our resort and has already booked your next stay. We are truly touched by your kind words about our team. It's wonderful to hear that the staff, from reception to housekeeping and dining, helped make your stay memorable with their attention to detail and genuine care. Your feedback about our allergy protocols is greatly appreciated, and we're so glad we could make you feel safe and accommodated during your meals. It’s fantastic that you enjoyed our village-style layout, facilities, and the beautiful surroundings. We’re happy to hear that you took advantage of the stunning views, the private beach, and nearby attractions. We also appreciate your suggestion about hiring a car for added convenience. We apologize for the disturbance caused by the younger guests nearby, and we will certainly keep this in mind for your next stay. We're grateful for your understanding and kind approach to the situation. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back next year and wish you many more memorable vacations with us! Warm regards, Giannis Avramakis Hotel Manager
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We arrived at the resort in the evening, exhausted from the flight. As soon as we entered, we were greeted and asked to leave our suitcases behind. After a quick check-in, we had the opportunity to eat something for dinner. The staff were just very attentive and left the buffet open for 15 minutes longer for us. After dinner, our suitcases were loaded into the car and we were taken to our apartments. When we entered, we were just thrilled and fell into bed exhausted.
The next morning we explored the resort. Everything is set up like a small village. There is a small market, a gym, SPA, yoga courses, etc.
The resort was very well maintained, the cleaners always greet you with a friendly Kalimera. The rooms were always clean, we always left tips and as a thank you, the cleaners always gave us flowers they had picked themselves and a bottle of olive oil from the region. I love the Greek mentality.
Breakfast and dinner were varied in the form of buffets. You were always accompanied to the table and the table was set accordingly. At the end there was always a raki on the house with the respective waiter who drank one with us.
The private beach was clean, there is the possibility to rent boats and much more.
The swimming pool was also very clean and fun for the children.
You can easily rent cars at the complex on site.
All in all, it was a very nice and unforgettable experience. I miss being there and I will visit this complex in the future.
Thanks to the staff for this great and unforgettable time.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Room Tip:Ein Mietfahrzeug ist ein Muss und man sollte auch die Insel ein wenig erkunden. Wer gern Tennis...
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We stayed at Candia Park Village for the fourth time in August 2024. The hotel in its design is unique. The complex is built like a small village, centrally the restaurant with pool area and church tower. Every year things are changed or rebuilt, the hotel always strives to offer guests something new.
There are countless positive things to report: the complex has its own beach with various water sports activities including diving. The food in the buffet restaurant is very varied, the quality is excellent in our estimation. In addition, you sit outside, which is really good for the holiday feeling. The employees have been in the hotel for many years and so it happens that as a well-known guest at the beginning of the holiday you are greeted personally with a handshake and hug. But always appropriate and professional. The also very friendly cleaning staff in the rooms works unobtrusive, reserved and very clean. The Kids Club offers a program every day and the children are supervised first class.
The complex itself is located outside the town centre, but can be reached quickly by taxi for little money.
We will Trips to this hotel again and again, although perhaps not every year. The ambience and people there guarantee a relaxing holiday.
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Date of stay: August 2024
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If you’re looking for karaoke and pool parties, this isn’t the place for you.
What Candia Park does provide, though, is a wonderfully relaxing break from home, with an incredible level of service, comfort, and attention to detail that’s hard to beat.
Nestled in the Marbello bay, a few kilometres away from Aghios Nikolaos, Candia Park village was built in the 1990s, and its 200+ apartments have been laid out in the style of a Cretan village. And, thanks to the split level, sculpture, and planting, it works really well (there’s even a clock tower!).
There are three pools, which can accommodate kids/adults of any age and ability in the water. There is a private beach, with an attached diving/hire shop, where you can rent boats, pedal boats, or get diving lessons. And there is also a more secluded sea/decking area, with steps down to the ocean (not for weak swimmers). And all are kept in great condition.
A small shop sells basics (and there’s a bigger store a kilometre away, should you need more choice). And a number of restraints and bars ensure there’s always food and drink readily available (with pool service to boot).
But what really made the holiday special for us was the staff. Greek people are renowned for their friendliness, and the Candia Park staff are no exception. Always smiling, and happy to help. (And not in that fake, American way.)
We spent one of the most relaxing weeks you could imagine here, and I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending it to people looking for a perfect, family getaway.
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Ιoannis Αvramakis, General Manager at Candia Park Village
Responded 4 Sept 2024
Dear 192dano, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere and appreciated the service, comfort, and attention to detail that we strive to offer. It's wonderful that the Cretan village-style layout and the range of facilities, including our pools and private beach, made your stay memorable. Your kind words about our staff, who always aim to make every guest feel welcome, mean the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back for another perfect getaway! Warm regards, Giannis Avramakis Hotel Manager
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Beautiful and spectacular place. All the staff at Candia Park will take care of you, always smiling, friendly and ready to help you. The meals are of excellent quality and the buffets are very varied. The beds are made every day and the same goes for the towels. The swimming pool is very clean at any time of the day, access to the beach is quick (1min) on foot. Quiet and peaceful place to spend your vacation.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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We spent two weeks here with our two children (8 and 6 years old) and felt extremely comfortable from start to finish. The staff is very professional, friendly, courteous and very child-friendly. We really enjoyed breakfast and dinner at Agapi, especially the many Greek delicacies. The service team did a really great job. The entire complex is beautifully landscaped and well-kept, including the pool area and the hotel's own beach. We really enjoyed our time and can recommend the hotel without reservation. Especially since it is very well located near the towns of Agios Nikolaos and Elounda for taking short trips to the east of the island.
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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There are more places to choose from in the Agios Nikolaos area.
PRICE RANGE
AU$179 - AU$450 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
candia park village hotel agios nikolaos, candia park village agios nikolaos
LOCATION
GreeceCreteLasithi PrefectureAgios Nikolaos
NUMBER OF ROOMS
222
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