Arina Beach Resort

5.0 star property
Luxury property on the beach, with free water park

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Exterior
2 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
3 bars/lounges, poolside bar
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$507
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov

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Kokkini Chani, Hersonissos, Crete Island, 71500
  • Place, Heraklion Port
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Palace of Knossos
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Knossos Archaeological Site
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, Sea View (Main Building)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bungalow, Private Pool, Sea Facing

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2020
2 bedrooms
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Single Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Duplex, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2020
2 bedrooms
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Double Room, Sea View (Penthouse Main Building)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Room, Sea View (4 bedded Main Building)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2020
2 bedrooms
Pillow-top bed
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, Annex Building

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Room, Garden View (4 bedded Main Building)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2020
2 bedrooms
Pillow-top bed
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, Sea View (5bedded)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2020
2 bedrooms
Pillow-top bed
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Superior Beach Front Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Hersonissos

A luxury stay in Hersonissos awaits you at Arina Beach Resort. You'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from Watercity Waterpark and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Dinosauria Park. Highlights at this all-inclusive property include 2 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and a free water park. .A day of pampering can include massages, body scrubs and mani/pedis. The buffet restaurant, Ariadne, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. White Sand Beach House is the property's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts and gym. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a steam room. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 5-property class Hersonissos property include Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum.

What's nearby

  • Watercity Waterpark - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 11 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Heraklion Port - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Palace of Knossos - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Knossos Archaeological Site - 13 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yefsis Main Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cicada Seascape Experience - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arina Beach Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sarakas - Kallegris grill house pizzeria - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ξερολιθιά & Ελιά - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Arina Beach Resort

Luxury property on the beach, with free water park
Arina Beach Resort is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Arina Beach Resort such as a complimentary water park, a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This all-inclusive property also offers outdoor tennis courts, a steam room and a fitness centre. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Arina Beach Resort was completed in November 2020.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Hersonissos property.

  • 295 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1979
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Arina Beach Resort offers 295 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. This Hersonissos property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ariadne
  • Daedalus
  • Ikaros
  • Minos a la carte
  • White Sand Beach House

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 4 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1979
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Lifeguards
  • Renovated entire property - November 2020

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property comprises the main hotel building and an annex building. The annex building is located 230 feet (70 meters) from the main building. Parking and breakfast is available at the main building.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 4 November to 14 March:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Beach
  • Dining venue
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking area
  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis courts
  • Water park

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 1039Κ014A0019200

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Arina Beach Resort?

Arina Beach Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Arina Beach Resort?

As of 2 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arina Beach Resort on 31 Oct 2025 start from NZ$477.17, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Arina Beach Resort?

Yep, Arina Beach Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Arina Beach Resort?

The closest beach to Arina Beach Resort is Stalis Beach (17.8 km).

Is there a spa on site at Arina Beach Resort?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body scrubs and facials.

Does Arina Beach Resort have a pool?

Arina Beach Resort has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from April to October).

Does Arina Beach Resort have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What luxury perks are available at Arina Beach Resort?

Arina Beach Resort features a steam room, 2 restaurants and 3 bars. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds and premium bedding.

What makes Arina Beach Resort a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a bar, as well as pillowtop beds and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Arina Beach Resort.

Is Arina Beach Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Arina Beach Resort is a hit with families.

Does Arina Beach Resort serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Arina Beach Resort?

No, Arina Beach Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Arina Beach Resort?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from November 4 until March 14.

What time are check-in & check-out at Arina Beach Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Arina Beach Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.