If you are looking for an unforgettable holiday where the sun meets the sea in the most breathtaking location, look no further than Mari Kristin Beach Hotel, this year’s winner in Luxury Lifestyle Awards for Best Luxury Cretan Traditional Cuisine in Greece. Situated in Hersonissos, Crete, the hotel encompasses authentic Cretan culture and is a welcoming and stylish hotel for adults by the sea. The quality hospitality as well as the excellent holistic approach to traditional gastronomic cuisine, with the amalgamation of discreet luxury and comfort for the vacation of your dreams, has made this hotel a worthy winner at Luxury Lifestyle Awards.

Mari Kristin Beach Hotel is a boutique style hotel 300 meters from the center of Hersonissos and is right next to the sea, offering a memorable experience to its guests with its professional service, friendly and warm hospitality, and sophisticated ambience. It is the most cosmopolitan resort of Crete and guests will be offered a plethora of entertainment, easy access to historical and archeological sights and beautiful sandy beaches. From the hotel, guests will discover the countless beauty of Crete. The tasteful decoration, divine smells, delicious flavors of food and carefully selected music allows for a luxurious experience not to be missed.

The accommodation is composed of an incomparable setting of comfort as well as contemporary elegance. The furniture and interior have been selected with diligence and care and each room exudes crisp and fresh interior design with decorative touches which reflect Provence style. The amenities include designer mattresses and luxurious linen, set against a backdrop of beauty. Guests can select four different rooms to reside in. The single room is set along the street with one double bed bedroom. The honeymoon suite offers breathtaking views of the ocean and is fitted with a King bed, the triple room is set along the street and has one bedroom with one double and one single, or two single beds, perfect for families or friends to share. The superior room is the epitome of luxury and comes fitted with one double bed or two single beds. Functionality, bright colors elegant design and stylish decorative elements makes for a superior stay at the hotel.

The main restaurant at the hotel is a creative buffet which offers a diversity of international and local cuisine using its distinct Cretan flair for guests to enjoy authentic and traditional meals.

The restaurant is open in the morning and again in the evening for a more formal dinner and displays an aura of elegance and excellent energy. The chefs offer ‘show cooking’ and prepare delicious meals in front of guests. After dinner, there is an extensive selection of seasonal fruits and desserts.

The real winner at the hotel is the award-winning Petalida Restaurant, where an a la carte menu is available. It is well-known that Greece is a combination of delicious foods and entertainment, which is what this restaurant offers. It is set in an idyllic location by the sea and combines the colors of Greece, blue and white and well as a summer setting. The freshly caught fish of the day turns into mouth-watering seafood dishes, all prepared by the highly creative and experienced chef who prides himself in preparing Greek, Cretan, and Mediterranean Gastronomy.

Guest can choose the chefs recommendation paired with fine wines from their extensive wine menu where grapes are sources from Crete, Greek and international vineyards. The unmatched superior quality ingredients and food choices in conjunction with the impeccable service offered by their professional staff, completes the puzzle of a high standard culinary experience. Petalida is a host to nights filled with live music where the bouzouki is the star and will provide an authentic Greek experience for guests to enjoy.

The hotel bar, which is a modern minimal space, offers coffees, fresh juices, delicious cocktails and is accompanied by jazz and Greek music and the Hersonissos Sea makes for an exceptional background. Guests can also enjoy the beach and pool at the hotel. Guests can request comfortable sun lounges and umbrellas to use on the beachfront or enjoy a cool and rejuvenating dip in the pool. After this, there is a jacuzzi to enjoy.

This hotel encompasses any holiday goers dream vacation, and with its dedicated, warm hospitality and luxury amenities, it surely is a hotel to add to your bucket list.