Candia Maris

Frommer's Review

The grandest of the resort hotels on the western edge of Iraklion, the deluxe-class Candia Maris had come in for some harsh criticism in recent years but a thorough renovation in 2006 seems to have taken care of the issues. Even those who complained praised many of its facilities and found it to be an especially good place for families with children. It offers just about everything, from special "Cretan nights" with traditional music and dancing to a squash court to the newest fad, thalassotherapy (seawater treatment). Although the beach on the west coast is not as visually pleasing as those to the east, it's perfectly clean. And although you have to pass through a rather dreary edge of Iraklion to get here, this area is close to town and so allows for excursions. The exterior and layout are a bit severe, but the rooms are good-size and cheerful, the bathrooms up-to-date. Because you won't spend much time looking at the building's exterior, don't let it deter you from trying this first-class resort hotel. It was also one of the first hotels in Greece to offer accessibility for those with limited mobility.

Facilities: 4 restaurants; 4 bars; 6 pools (2 outdoor, 4 indoor) plus children's pool; tennis courts; squash court; minigolf; volleyball; basketball; bowling; billiards; health club, spa, and thalassotherapy; watersports; bike rental; children's program; game room; concierge; tour arrangements; car-rental desk; airport transport arrangements; conference facilities; salon; room service 7am-noon; babysitting; laundry service; dry cleaning; Internet access; rooms for those w/limited mobility

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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