Knossos Beach Bungalows Suites Resort and Spa

Knossos Beach Bungalows Suites Resort and Spa is a four-star beachfront resort at Kokkini Hani, a coastal area on the north coast of Crete, Greece, east of Heraklion. The resort lies roughly twelve to fifteen kilometres from the centre of the city and close to the Heraklion airport, with the Palace of Knossos only a few kilometres inland, which makes it one of the more convenient beach bases for visiting the main Minoan site. Kokkini Hani is a stretch of sandy and pebbly coast lined with resort hotels, and the area offers a very different experience from the old-town hotels: sun loungers, sea swimming and resort facilities replace walking tours and city streets. Accommodation is in bungalows and suites, the bungalow layout giving a low-rise, garden-style feel that suits families and couples. Listed amenities include beach access, a spa and a swimming pool, so guests can combine sea and pool time with treatments after sightseeing. Dining options typically involve on-site restaurants and bars, and nearby tavernas along the coast serve Cretan food, grilled fish and local wine. The service character is that of a family-friendly resort with leisure and wellness provision, and staff can usually arrange excursions to Knossos, Heraklion, Rethymno or the Lasithi plateau, as well as car hire and transfers. Typical high-season double rates run from about EUR 110 to EUR 220 per night, indicative and depending on room type and board. Buses and taxis connect the area to Heraklion, though a rental car gives more freedom to explore the island. Visitors should note that the resort sits near the flight paths of the airport, so aircraft noise may be audible during the day, and that July and August are hot and busy on the beach. Spring and early autumn give a more relaxed pace. For travellers wanting a combination of beach time, a spa and easy access to Knossos and the city, the resort is a practical choice.