Five pools, a popular seafront bar, and meal plane are highlights at Sissi Bay Hotel & Spa, a tranquil mid-range property close to the town center. Although there's no beach here, one can be reached in five minutes on foot, where sunbeds are available for rent. At the hotel, minimal entertainment enables a calm atmosphere, and the kid-friendly Blue Lagoon pools are separated from quieter areas by a road. The 150 rooms are basic but clean, featuring mini-fridges, hairdryers, and outdoor spaces -- some have shared pools and sea views -- but they lack Wi-Fi and both air-conditioning and safes cost extra. Buffet dining is mostly well-regarded, as are weekly Cretan nights. A spa, kids’ facilities, and various sports facilities round out amenities. For a similar option with a sandy beach, try Kiani Beach Resort.
Five pools, a popular seafront bar, and meal plane are highlights at Sissi Bay Hotel & Spa, a tranquil mid-range property close to the town center. Although there's no beach here, one can be reached in five minutes on foot, where sunbeds are available for rent. At the hotel, minimal entertainment enables a calm atmosphere, and the kid-friendly Blue Lagoon pools are separated from quieter areas by a road. The 150 rooms are basic but clean, featuring mini-fridges, hairdryers, and outdoor spaces -- some have shared pools and sea views -- but they lack Wi-Fi and both air-conditioning and safes cost extra. Buffet dining is mostly well-regarded, as are weekly Cretan nights. A spa, kids’ facilities, and various sports facilities round out amenities. For a similar option with a sandy beach, try Kiani Beach Resort.
Located a three-minute walk from Sissi’s town center, the upscale Castello Boutique Resort & Spa is a quiet, adults-only. The 48 spacious rooms have rainfall showers, minibars, and tea- and coffee-making facilities, plus furnished outdoor spaces -- some with private pools. Unfortunately, none have sea views and some past guests have complained of early-morning bells from the next-door church. Others have complained of having shower/tub combos or only showers, versus separate facilities. Sleek architecture and a sophisticated atmosphere dominate, especially at the serene outdoor pool and swish spa. A poolside bar serves light lunches, while the main restaurant serves a semi-buffet dinner (half-board plans available). A small gym, free Wi-Fi, and free private parking round out amenities. It's worth comparing rates with the similar Happy Cretan Suites, which has lovely ocean vistas.
Located a three-minute walk from Sissi’s town center, the upscale Castello Boutique Resort & Spa is a quiet, adults-only. The 48 spacious rooms have rainfall showers, minibars, and tea- and coffee-making facilities, plus furnished outdoor spaces -- some with private pools. Unfortunately, none have sea views and some past guests have complained of early-morning bells from the next-door church. Others have complained of having shower/tub combos or only showers, versus separate facilities. Sleek architecture and a sophisticated atmosphere dominate, especially at the serene outdoor pool and swish spa. A poolside bar serves light lunches, while the main restaurant serves a semi-buffet dinner (half-board plans available). A small gym, free Wi-Fi, and free private parking round out amenities. It's worth comparing rates with the similar Happy Cretan Suites, which has lovely ocean vistas.
