Grecotel Meli Palace in Sissi (Crete)

Grecotel Meli Palace sits on a private sandy beach and offers 2 tennis courts, an outdoor swimming pool with views, and a pool bar. Guests have free use of canoes, pedal boats, and bicycle rental, plus access to a fitness centre, sauna, and hot tub. The property also includes a games room, a children's playground, and evening entertainment with professional shows at the amphitheatre.

All air-conditioned rooms include a seating area with satellite TV and a furnished balcony overlooking the Cretan Sea or the gardens. Toiletries and a hairdryer are provided, and daily housekeeping is included. Family rooms offer extra space with bunk beds, and some rooms have direct sea views.

Melissa Restaurant serves an American breakfast buffet, lunch, and dinner on a terrace overlooking the sea. The all-inclusive plan includes live cooking shows at meal times and a selection of branded drinks at the beach bar and indoor lounge bar. Snacks and ice cream are available at the pool bar during the day.

A kids' pool and a children's playground are on site, and the kids club offers organized activities six days a week. Teenagers have their own club with darts, table tennis, and water polo. Babysitting services can be arranged at the 24-hour front desk.

The spa & wellness centre includes a hot tub, sauna, and massage treatments with specialized therapies. The fitness centre is open daily, and guests can also enjoy the outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar. The beachfront location provides direct access to the sea for snorkelling and diving.

Beach: Private sandy beach with direct access

Dining: All-inclusive with live cooking shows & branded drinks

Kids: Club activities 6 days a week + teens club

Wellness: Spa, sauna, fitness centre, hot tub

Sports: 2 tennis courts, canoeing, pedal boats, bicycle rental

Location: 2 km from Sissi village, near Minoan Palace of Malia

Parking: Free private parking on site