Overview of Mitsis Royal Mare Thalasso & Spa Resort

Located next to one of Crete’s most sought-after beaches, and with a variety of seawater pools to choose from, guests can look forward to a premium stay, just 20 minutes from Heraklion Airport.

The hotel offers elegant accommodation, outstanding family dining and a range of activities including tennis, water sports and squash. Little guests are well catered for with an all-day mini-club, while adults are invited to rejuvenate at the world-class spa. A championship golf course is located 7km from the property.

Location of Mitsis Royal Mare Thalasso & Spa Resort

Positioned metres from the Blue Flag-awarded Anisarras Beach, Mitsis Royal Mare Thalasso & Spa Resort offers a luxury stay in northern Crete. The well-regarded Crete Golf Club lies 7km from the property, while other nearby attractions include St George’s Chapel and Lychnostasis Open Air Museum. Heraklion Airport can be reached in a little over over 20 minutes.

Facilities

The Royal Mare boasts two outdoor saltwater swimming pools, and a heated indoor pool for year-round use. A daily mini-club organises fun and games for children, and little guests also have use of a playground and their own freshwater pool.

Guests will find an exceptional spa centre complete with hydro jet bath, Vichy shower, and oriental hammam. Treatments include reflexology and hot stone massage.

Additional facilities and services include free Wi-Fi throughout the property, free guest parking, complimentary sun loungers and parasols on the beach, and beach lifeguards.

Rooms

Spacious and elegantly decorated, rooms at the Royal Mare provide premium home-away-from-home comfort. Guests can choose from bungalow or suite accommodation, each with a furnished balcony, flatscreen TV, Wi-Fi, refrigerator, air conditioning and luxury bathroom amenities. A number of suites offer direct access to shared and private pools, many with panoramic sea views.

Sports & Entertainment

Besides outdoor and indoor pools, the Royal Mare offers a comprehensive sports and fitness programme. Complimentary activities include a gym, beach volleyball, mini golf, table tennis and bridge. At extra charge, guests can keep fit with 7 clay tennis courts, 2 squash courts, scuba diving and water sports.

The hotel can arrange golf days at nearby Crete Golf Club, the only international-standard course on the island. The course offers wonderful views of the Lasithi Mountains and Aegean Sea, while providing a decent challenged for seasoned golfers.

Dining & Bars

At buffet restaurant Symposium, guests can look forward to a variety of fresh salads, grilled meats and fish, along with a range of pastries and desserts. If a la carte is preferred, guests can choose from a number of specialist venues serving everything from Mediterranean classics to seafood and pan-Asian.

The hotel has a premium brunch restaurant, with menu items including homemade pancakes and eggs benedict. In the evenings, enjoy the bold flavours of South America at Pacifico, where you’ll find the finest cuts of premium-quality meat and a range of flavourful side dishes.

The Royal Mare has 4 bars to choose from, both indoors and al-fresco. The lobby bar provides a quiet space for coffee and wine in elegant surroundings, while two pool bars serve chilled cocktails, fresh juices and international spirits. A well-stocked beach bar offers soft drinks and cocktails throughout the day.