Village Heights Resort

There are plenty of options for sports buffs to enjoy. For tennis enthusiasts, the resort has a beautiful and well-equipped tennis court — perfect for practice, lessons, or matches. There’s also a volleyball court, state-of-the-art gym, table tennis facilities, and more! Plus, the resort’s mini-golf courses provide a fun family challenge, set among lush grounds to create a unique recreation experience for all generations to enjoy together! Amenities include:

• 9-hole mini golf course
• The Crete Golf Club (partner hotel; special Green Fees apply)
• Bike-friendly hotel
• Tennis court & lessons
• Volleyball court
• Gym
• Table tennis

Family vacations are excellent for bonding, and it’s understood that parents may need a little time to themselves as well – perhaps for a romantic meal, spa day, or just some quiet relaxation together. The resort team embraces this as a special opportunity to further enhance your visit. The resort offers a range of supervised activities for kids. Little ones can enjoy unique interactive activity programs and creative arts & crafts at the Mini Club. In addition, they can learn about Greek mythology and interact with other kids their age.

Village Heights kid-friendly facilities include:

• Mini Club (3–12 years old)
• Children’s playground
• 2 children’s pools
• Games Room with billiards
• Table ice-hockey (at a charge)

Village Heights Resort offers a world of activities and entertainment to fill your days and nights with enjoyment and create a one-of-a-kind vacation experience. Through a variety of entertainment amenities and services, guests will build memories that will stay with them for a lifetime.

Cretan Nights immerse guests into authentic Greek traditions, accompanied by professional dancers and live music. The resort’s Game Room is also a great entertainment spot, offering activity programs, air hockey, pool table, and more!

• Cretan Nights — live music and dancing show, bazaar of Cretan products
• Live music evenings (Italian, Cuban, Jazz, live piano, live duets)
• Daytime activities conducted by our animation team
• Game room with pool table, air hockey, and more

Enjoy sun-soaked, carefree moments in one of the two sparkling outdoor swimming pools of Village Heights Resort, both surrounded by beautiful gardens, offering endless hours of aquatic fun and relaxation. Indulge in your favorite coffee or refreshments poolside with family and friends. There’s also an indoor heated swimming pool available for those who prefer to relax indoors.

Located in close proximity to Stalis Beach & Beach Club, the resort offers free shuttle service to this sister site.

Guests can enjoy free access to the beach in one of the best spots of Hersonissos, with (reserved) sun loungers and parasols, personalized beach bar service (with fees), and access to light lunches, delectable cocktails, live music, and breathtaking views.

Village Heights Resort has a noteworthy commitment to the environment that is highly appreciated by eco-conscious guests. The resort’s gardens highlight local plant life, including locust and olive trees, aromatic herbs, lavender, sage, thyme, and prickly pears — as an important initiative in strengthening the local ecosystem. Some activities to experience include:

• Garden tours conducted by the Head Gardener
• Cat Café, a designated feeding area for the resort’s resident (fixed) cats
• Group clean-up activities
• Tree planting (ideal for repeat guests)
• Weekly eco-activities for kids, such as planting and gardening

The resort offers abundant exercise and wellness opportunities for guests to maintain their healthy, balanced lifestyle during vacation. The quality services and facilities of the Wellness Center provide a unique place to rejuvenate at the Aegeo Spa or work-out at the gym. Plus, guests can enjoy outdoor activities, delight in healthy dishes at the main restaurant, or simply just relax and indulge in a serene, peaceful atmosphere.

• Spa treatments by ‘Aegeo Spa’ (for fee)
• Indoor heated pool
• Sauna, hammam, and jacuzzi
• Outdoor fitness activities with Animation Team

Slip into a world of deep relaxation and renewal. The on-site resort Spa offers a comprehensive menu of replenishing and customized treatments and healing therapies. Recharge and rejuvenate in a warm, peacefully designed space with a stimulating aroma, relaxing sounds, professional therapists, and hot beverages of local herbs.

CretAquarium is a public aquarium located near the town of Gournes in Crete, east of the city of Heraklion. It is home to some 2,000 sea animals, including 200 different species found in the Mediterranean basin that successfully represent the Cretan and Mediterranean Sea beds. Additionally, CretAquarium offers educational programs and interactive experiences, cares for injured sea animals, and is routinely enriched with new marine species.

The Labyrinth Theme Park is a family-focused attraction with numerous interactive activities, and is beautifully located among the scenic hills above the town of Hersonissos.

The main attraction of the park is its Labyrinth, complemented by a variety of other activities and attractions. Throughout each day, educational videos depicting the Minoan Civilization are offered in the projector room, while outside there are adventures for kids such as mini-golf and quad bikes. There’s an Eco-Garden for nature lovers, featuring aromatic Cretan herbs, local fruit and vegetables, and many flowering plants.

There is also an on-site café that offers refreshing drinks, salads and sandwiches, and plenty of ice cream to enjoy!

For more than two decades, Acqua Plus has established itself as the most popular water park on the island of Crete! It is situated about 3 miles from Hersonissos, adjacent to the Crete Golf Club and only 18 miles from the city of Heraklion.

The water park has two sections — one for adults which includes several exciting water slides, and another that is more geared toward children to enjoy.

This museum displays extraordinary artifacts from the Neolithic and Roman period, along with an impressive collection of Minoan pieces such as the renowned “The Blue Ladies” and “The Prince with the Lilies.” It is worth combining your visit to the museum with a tour to the Palace of Knossos, and perhaps enjoy a lunch at the nearby traditional village of Archanes.

This palace is considered the monumental symbol of Minoan Civilization (2000–1350 B.C.) due to its impressive architecture and construction, use of luxury materials, advanced building techniques, and impressive size. In myth, the Palace of Knossos was the seat of the great King Minos, and where the infamous Minotaur resided.

The rocky island of Spinalonga is located in the Gulf of Elounda in north-eastern Crete. Originally, Spinalonga was not an individual island – it was actually part of the island of Crete. Due to its strategic location during Venetian occupation, the island was carved out of the coast and was fortified for defense purposes and served a variety of roles and purposes over the centuries.

Spinalonga has a rather interesting history. And today, thousands of travelers visit by boat from Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, and Plaka each summer as it is one of the most popular archaeological sites in Crete.

Strolling around the island takes about an hour, but the serenity of the place and its rich history will certainly tempt you into spending much longer.

In Crete, wine-vineyards are most predominant in the northern part of the island; grapevines grow next to olive groves, protected from the winds of the Libyan Sea in the south. Grapevines have been growing here for centuries and further to the wine-making process, the vineyards are integrated in local tradition, customs, gastronomy, and hospitality.

Cretan Wineries & Estates

Visitors can enjoy tours of this destination’s wine cellar, production area, and the overall estate. Become acquainted with Crete’s most iconic varieties (Plyto, Dafni, Vilana, Mandilari, and Kotsifali) and enjoy them with delicious local cheeses — an authentic immersion into the gourmet flavors and aromas of Crete.

The tranquil Lassithi Plateau, 900m above sea level, is an magnificently beautiful expanse of green fields interspersed with almond trees and orchards, offering a sense of secluded rural Crete. Some of the most characteristic features of the plateau are the 26 stone flour mills and the linear drainage works that were built by the Venetians.

Western Crete is definitely worth a visit. Explore the beautiful towns of Rethymno and Chania, featuring remarkable Venetian architecture. Visit the 16th century monastery of Arkadi, or for the adventurous — enjoy a hike at the Samaria gorge.

The Traditional Village of Archanes

This picturesque village built on the slopes of Mount Giouhtas is situated in the heart of the most prized wine producing region of Crete. It has more than 5,000 years of history and is also famous for its distinctive Cretan architecture.

The Village of Saint George

A tiny village on the southern side of the Lassithi plateau and a window into the roots of Crete, highlighted by villagers dressed in traditional Cretan garb, original Cretan architecture, and picturesque taverns decorated with the traditional bright Cretan textiles.

The Village of Kritsa

Located near Aghios Nikolaos in Lassithi, Krista is a charming village in the mountain foothills with narrow winding lanes and plenty of character. The village is renowned for the skill of its local weavers and embroiderers. Visit just to see the beautiful lacework, tablecloths and other clothing on display and for sale in the village. Nearby are the ruins of the Dorian city of Lato, plus Kritsa Gorge and the Katharo Plateau which leads through the Dikti Mountains to Lassithi Plateau.