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By Katia Luz
Spa and Wellness Heraklion Crete - the island of Kriti offers the perfect place for rest and rejuvenation, with hundreds of beaches, wide open spaces, mountains and world class hospitality.
Flying into Heraklion International Airport HER in the centre of the island, you will be transferred to your chosen spa, depending on the location, you may pre-book a transfer here.
Distances and times for transfers for your chosen spa or retreat are below:
Spa and Wellness Heraklion
Out of the Blue Resort
Agia Pelagia, Heraklion
Just 20 km from Heraklion town and 50 km from Rethymnon town, Agia Pelagia is one of our favourite seaside villages in Crete, combining wonderful views, natural rugged coastline, bays, inlets and sandy beaches with turquoise waters, a string of tavernas and great facilities.
Out of the Blue Resort in Agia Pelagia is simply a spectacular resort. Physical beauty and plenty of open space await you at this garden-filled peninsula, complimented by a fine selection of accommodation options, and fine dining experiences.
The resort extends from the western end of Agia Pelagia beach over the headland and encompasses the beautiful Cladissos Beach, is cutting edge, and exhibits some of the best design in the country.
The outdoor studios are private and surrounded by lush green gardens, a walk down to Cladissos beach with its pretty tamarisk trees is a must. Diving is available from the resort, Divers Club Crete having operated from this location for many years.
With five restaurants and five bars to cater for, the resort produces its own organic produce from within and outside of the grounds.
On offer is a spectacular Minoan village - creating history for children and adults alike - celebrating Crete and Europe's very first inhabitants.
With something for all ages, the resort keeps its own zoo, delighting children who are especially catered for.
Of course we wouldn’t mention this resort unless it provided spa facilities including massage, so you can relax and unwind in blissful nourishing care.
Enjoy private massage sessions or unique hydro therapies within the grounds of the resort. The Euphoria Spa also offers hammam and sauna facilities.
The
resort offers yoga retreats, detox retreats, raw food or organic food
options, nutritional programs and aging well programs. The health
programs are world class and supported by professional staff and the
calming natural environment.
Pyrgi Cretan Living & Spa - enjoy this modern revitalised village space with your own suite or studio, a private pool and spa. The suite and the small complex it belongs to are located in the narrow alleys of the old part of Pirgos village. Experience the real Crete in southern Heraklion.
Just 44 km from Heraklion and 40 from Knossos, this is a wonderful choice for those looking for peace and quiet, rest and relaxation away from the busy city centre and beach side crowds. Awaken to birdsong and savour a nourishing traditional Cretan breakfast of locally sourced specialties.
Enjoy the relaxing spa centre at your leisure.
"We liked EVERYTHING about the property. This is by far the best accommodation we’ve stayed in Crete (and we stayed in several places). For sure the only one we’d come back and regret we didn’t book for a longer period! Absolutely stunning. The complex is not so big but very well executed, divided and organised. Beautiful project in a tiny village which felt you were finally discovering real Crete.
The hosts communicated with us before and during our stay providing very useful and detailed information on how to find the place, check-in/check-out, where to park, places to go, beaches, restaurants… just big thank you for this!
We got a beautiful and spacious studio room. There was a very well done window in the sleeping area from which you could see mountains and the stars lying from bed.
Anna was super kind to come and open the spa for us after a day in the beach. It was very relaxing, very well constructed/adapted to the space, a gem! Bathrobe, shoes and towels were also provided."
4-Day Yoga Retreat - Spilia
Location - Spilia, Heraklion
Duration - 4 Days
Styles - Vinyasa Yoga, Yin Yoga, Nidra Yoga, Hatha Yoga
Description - In this retreat you will be guided to create a deeper connection with the natural flow of your breath, by bringing awareness on the movement of it within you and welcoming the flow of life with bodywork techniques like Feldenkreis, Yoga, expressive dancing and meditation. With the support of your facilitators, Giorgia and Olia, you will find the way to express your being through creative movement with awareness and simplicity.
Yoga Teacher - Giorgia Sumayya has always had an interest in body exploration through movement and
observation, this led her first to train as a Medical Massage Therapist
and then as a Yoga teacher (Hata, Vinyasa, Yin).
8-Day Yoga Retreat - Levinthos, Heraklion
Location - South Heraklion
Duration - 8 Days
Styles - Hatha Yoga, Nidra Yoga, Sivananda Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, General Yoga, Yin Yoga
Skill Level - Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Review Ratings - 4.97 / 5
Description - The south of Crete is a hidden gem and Levinthos at Lentas has been building a name itself, especially in the international yoga community.
Join this retreat with meditation, yoga, inspiring workshops, and a breathtaking view of the Libyan sea.
This is an excellent opportunity to stretch, meditate, dance, connect, relax, and discover new aspects of your life.
Yoga is the base of your time together plus music, chanting, dance, movement, and journalling!
Yoga Teacher - Angelos Ananda was born in Athens, and where he studied theater, journalism and public relations. He is a certified 600 Yoga Teacher in India and the founder of
Angelos Ananda Institute in Athens. He is also an Ayurvedic nutritionist
and educator, a massage therapist and a Qi-gong instructor.
See the selected Spa and Wellness Heraklion accommodation marked on this interactive map, making it easy to choose your guest house by location within Crete.
Take a 1 hour flight from Athens to Heraklion with Aegean Airlines or Olympic Air, with many flights available per day.
Or take a 9.5 hour overnight ferry from Pireaus port of Athens to Heraklion port.
More on flights and ferries below.
Car hire in Crete is a really good idea as it is a large island 60 km by 260 km. There is so much to explore.
When you book with our car rental partners - Rental Centre Crete - you are supporting a local company with excellent service and easy online booking. We are sure you will be well looked after by the team. Choose from hybrid, electric or regular vehicles.
We trust you have enjoyed these tips from the We Love Crete team. Evíva!
Yiásas!
Anastasi, Apostoli & Katia
are the We Love Crete team
We just love sharing our passion for Crete, Greece and travel
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Yiásas!
Anastasi, Apostoli & Katia
are the
We Love Crete team
We just love sharing our passion for Crete, Greece and travel
About us