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About the Hotel

Drapanos Hersonissou, Po Box 104, Hersonissos (Crete), Greece, 70014

Grand Hotel Holiday Resort - A 4-star coastal resort with multiple pools, diverse dining, and family-focused amenities

This 4-star resort in Hersonissos offers 15 blocks of bungalows with Mediterranean Sea, garden, or pool views, featuring furnished balconies, satellite TVs, refrigerators, and free Wi-Fi. Guests at Grand Hotel Holiday Resort can dine at four restaurants including Dionysus Restaurant serving Greek and international buffet cuisine, Aegean à la carte with Greek dishes, La Luna Italian restaurant with pizzas and pastas, and Ilios Snack Bar by the main pool. The property features a main swimming pool, relaxing pool, Water Park with 5 slides, children's pool, baby pool, and heated indoor pool, plus a wellness center offering massages, facials, manicures, and pedicures. Located 15.5 miles east of Heraklion International Airport, the resort provides free parking, 24-hour reception, luggage storage, business center, and room service from 10:00 to 22:00. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Grand Hotel Holiday Resort.

Pros

The Water Park includes 5 different water slides for summer recreation.

Multiple dining options include an Italian restaurant and a dedicated children's restaurant.

The wellness center offers facials, massages, manicures, and pedicures.

Free parking and 24-hour reception are available on-site.

Family rooms and a supervised Mini Club with activities are provided.

Cons

The Italian restaurant La Luna operates only from June to September.

The Cocktail Bar is designated as adults-only and may limit family access.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Double Room
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2 persons
325 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Heating
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Superior Triple Room
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2 persons
325 sq. feet 
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1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
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Superior Single Room
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2 persons
325 sq. feet 
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Transportation and Accessibility

Transportation options

City Centre
Hersonissos (Crete) 2.7 mi
Airports
Nikos Kazantzakis (HER) 16.6 mi
Sitia Public (JSH) 61.8 mi

Facilities

This grand hotel provides facilities designed for comfort and memorable stays.

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis court
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Aerobics

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's pool
  • Water slides
  • Children's play area
  • Toys
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Seasonal indoor pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Aqua park
  • Karaoke
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Make up services

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Drapanos Hersonissou, Po Box 104, Hersonissos (Crete), Greece, 70014
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Drapanos Hersonissou, Po Box 104, Hersonissos (Crete), Greece, 70014
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Drepanos
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Zorbas
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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
98%
enjoyed the hotel and leave a review
Spacious rooms
Friendly staff
Maintenance issues
Less convenient location
9.8/10
Perfect
Rooms
7.0
Location
6.6
Service
8.4
Dining
7.5
Guest reviews
9.8/10
based on 20 reviews
8.5
8.5/10 based on 53 reviews
Robert
United States, May  2024
7.2/10

I was not impressed with the room as it was very basic and outdated compared to the advertised pictures. However, the service was exceptional, particularly with their help taking me to the Medical Centre. The location had its quirks but gave a feeling of a clean, well-kept hotel. The dining options were good but could be improved for more variety. Overall, the facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms
5.0
The room was very beige, basic, and outdated.
Service
9.0
The staff were very helpful and accommodating.
Location
7.0
The location felt a bit distant from the beach, but it offered beautiful sea views between Hersonissos and Stalis.
Dining
7.0
The dining options provided good quality meals but lacked variety.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities met basic needs.
John
United Kingdom, April  2024
8.2/10

I absolutely loved my stay at the hotel! The rooms were perfect for us, right next to the laundry room, though they could do with blackout curtains. The rooms were large, spacious, and lovely with a nice-sized balcony overlooking the large kids pool and offering a sea view. Facing the adults-only quiet pool was a bonus, but be ready for the steep hill if your block is high up.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were large, spacious, and lovely with great views.
Service
9.0
The staff worked hard to ensure we were well looked after at all times. I even received flowers at the Italian restaurant, a nice touch that made my day!
Location
7.0
The location was average, situated between two major towns with beautiful sea views. The daily cleanliness was reassuring, but the odd mask-wearing policy was a bit confusing.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was of good quality, with a variety of options available. The main dining room and snack bar next to the fun pool offered delicious meals.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were excellent, offering everything from car hire to laundry services. The hotel pools and kids' area were well-maintained, adding to the overall experience.
Barbara
United States, April  2024
7.6/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were large, spacious, and lovely, with a nice balcony offering a view of the kids' pool and the sea. However, the room at the top of the hill was disappointing, very basic and outdated. The service was exceptionally friendly and attentive, making me feel truly welcome. The location, though not near the main resort, was close to the Theatre. The dining experience could be improved, especially the breakfast options. The facilities were great overall.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were large, spacious, and lovely, with a nice balcony and great views.
Service
9.0
The staff was exceptionally friendly and attentive, making my stay enjoyable.
Location
7.0
While not near the main resort, the location was ideal for me, being close to the Theatre.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had room for improvement, especially regarding breakfast options.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were convenient and offered various amenities, making my stay comfortable.
Guy
United Kingdom, March  2024
8.4/10

The hotel offers very comfortable, clean, and quiet rooms with spacious balconies and lovely views, though the location is a bit secluded from the main resort area. The service is top-notch, especially from the attentive and hardworking restaurant staff. The dining experience is great, and the facilities are modern and well-maintained.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very comfortable, clean, and very quiet with lovely sea views.
Service
9.0
The staff worked very hard in keeping the place tidy and looking after guests. The restaurant team was particularly attentive and hardworking.
Location
7.0
The hotel is a little away from the main resort area but offers beautiful sea views between Hersonissos and Stalis.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good with a variety of options in the main restaurant.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities are modern and well-maintained, enhancing the overall stay experience.
Scott
United States, February  2024
7.0/10

The hotel is situated on a large hill, meaning you have to rely on onsite transportation for navigating the steep hills. While my Superior room was okay, it did not truly live up to the 'superior' expectation. The room felt basic and very outdated.

Rooms
5.0
The room was very basic and outdated.
Service
9.0
The staff worked tirelessly to ensure everything was just right. They were attentive and friendly.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location is average, with two major towns on either side once you step out of the property. However, it felt a bit understaffed considering the number of guests.
Dining
8.0
The dining options were good, with a mix of continental and English fare available in the main dining room as well as at the snack bar by the fun pool.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were convenient and well-kept overall.
Clarence
United States, January  2024
7.4/10

The hotel rooms were spotless and had all the amenities you'd expect. They were very comfortable, clean, and quiet. However, the initial disappointment with the outdated and basic room decor was a turn-off. The location is slightly secluded from the main resort area, and some oddities like the selective mask policy in different areas were off-putting.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were very comfortable, clean, and very quiet.
Service
8.0
The service overall was good, especially the hardworking restaurant and pool bar staff.
Location
6.0
The location was a bit away from the main resort but had a clean and well-maintained feel. Some oddities with the mask policy were a bit strange.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good with a variety of options served in different areas.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had good facilities overall to enhance the stay.
Alfred
United States, January  2024
8.0/10

I had a fantastic stay at this hotel. The rooms were beautiful, with stunning views across the Aegean Sea. They were spacious and lovely with a nice-sized balcony overlooking the large kids pool and the sea. The service was excellent, with attentive and hard-working staff, especially in the restaurant. The location was average, situated between Stalis and Hersonissos, offering access to two major towns. The dining experience was satisfying, with continental options available. The facilities provided everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were large, spacious, and lovely with a nice-sized balcony.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with friendly and welcoming staff.
Location
6.0
The location is average, placed between two major towns.
Dining
8.0
The dining options were satisfying, including continental choices.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were convenient and comfortable.
Donald
United States, December  2023
7.6/10

The hotel has large, spacious rooms with lovely balconies offering views of the kids pool and the sea. The steep hill to reach the rooms requires using onsite transportation, which can be inconvenient. The proximity to the Theatre can lead to noise disturbances at night, but the rooms are beautiful and spacious.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are large, spacious, and lovely with a nice-sized balcony overlooking the pools and sea views.
Service
9.0
The service was great and kind, with friendly staff offering various amenities like car hire and laundry services. They were attentive while pressure washing the pool area and sunbeds.
Location
7.0
The location is average, situated between two major towns and offering beautiful sea views. However, there are inconsistencies with mask-wearing protocols, and the towns are not as shown on the map.
Dining
7.0
The dining options offered a mix of continental and English choices, with the main dining room serving good meals and lunch available at the snack bar near the fun pool. However, vegetable choices were limited.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel provides various facilities to enhance the stay, though improvements could be made to the mask-wearing policy in the restaurant area. The steep hills within the resort also require the use of transportation.
Derek
United States, December  2023
7.2/10

The hotel offers large, spacious rooms with lovely balconies overlooking pools and the sea. The rooms are clean and comfortable, although some minor maintenance issues were noted. The location is near the Theatre but can be noisy at night, and it's away from the main resort area. The service is exceptionally friendly and attentive, but some staff members seemed uninterested. The dining options include Greek traditional products and a variety of meal choices. Overall, the hotel provides a mix of positive and negative experiences worth considering.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are spacious and offer great views, but some maintenance issues were present.
Service
7.0
The service is exceptionally friendly and attentive but some staff members seemed uninterested.
Location
6.0
The location is away from the main resort area and some facilities may not be as convenient.
Dining
8.0
The dining options include Greek traditional products and a mix of meal choices.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities offered are satisfactory but may not meet all guest needs.
Spacious rooms
Maintenance issues
Shirley
United States, November  2023
8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was absolutely lovely. The rooms were spacious, comfortable, and provided a beautiful view of the pool and sea. The service was friendly and helpful, although there were occasional moments of confusion. The location was average with easy access to nearby towns, but some peculiar rules were in place. The dining options offered a mix of continental and English cuisine. The facilities were convenient and well-maintained.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were large, spacious, and lovely with a nice-sized balcony overlooking the pool.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and welcoming, going out of their way to assist whenever needed.
Location
7.0
The hotel is conveniently situated between two major towns, but some odd rules were in place.
Dining
8.0
The dining options featured a mix of continental and English dishes.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were convenient and well-maintained, offering a variety of services.
Frank
United States, November  2023
7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were large and clean but lacked atmosphere. The service was friendly and helpful, especially George in the restaurant and Giannis and Anna at the pool bar. The location was spotless but had some quirks, like inconsistent mask policies. The dining options were decent but could use more variety. Overall, a comfortable stay with some room for improvement.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were large, spacious, and lovely with a nice balcony view of the pool. However, they lacked atmosphere.
Service
8.0
The staff was helpful and friendly, making the experience pleasant.
Location
7.0
The hotel was cleaned daily and well-kept, giving a positive first impression. However, some inconsistencies were noted in service.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience offered a variety of food options, including continental and English dishes.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities catered to various needs like car hire and laundry but had some areas that felt understaffed.
Alan
United Kingdom, September  2023
8.2/10

The hotel is perched at the top of the resort, offering stunning views from a hilltop concrete block. The walls were a bit thin for my taste, but overall, a decent stay with some highlights and drawbacks.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms at the top of the resort offer breathtaking views, but the thin walls were a downside for me.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, with friendly staff like George and Nikos providing exceptional assistance throughout my stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location between Stalis and Hersonissos provides beautiful sea views, but the impact of temperature checks on arrival was a bit odd.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience, with continental and English options, was of good quality in the main restaurant.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel boasts excellent facilities including pools, restaurants, and a dedicated kids' area.
Great views
Thin walls
Eric
United Kingdom, September  2023
7.0/10

Overlooking the relaxing pool, the hotel provides a quiet atmosphere, though the room was very basic and outdated for the price. The service was exceptional with friendly and hardworking staff. The location, while near the church, felt understaffed and far from the beach. The dining experience was mixed, offering good quality but limited options. The facilities were decent overall.

Rooms
5.0
The room was very basic and very outdated, not as advertised.
Service
9.0
The staff were very lovely and helpful, working hard to ensure everything is perfect.
Location
5.0
The location, while near the church, felt understaffed and far from the beach.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was mixed with good quality but limited options.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent overall.
Harry
United Kingdom, August  2023
7.0/10

The hotel is in a convenient location near the Theatre, which can be noisy at times, throughout our stay. The rooms are more private, offering a better experience. The staff are friendly, but some appear uninterested. The price may not always match the value for money.

Rooms
8.0
I loved the private feel of the rooms, which made the stay more comfortable and relaxing.
Service
7.0
The staff were friendly and welcoming, but some seemed a bit disinterested at times.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location is very close to the Theatre, but be prepared for potential noise at night. It's convenient but can be a bit loud.
Dining
6.0
The hotel dining options could be better in terms of variety and quality.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers typical services like car hire, dry cleaning, and housekeeping, with room for improvement in service quality.
Janet
United Kingdom, August  2023
6.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The location, while not the most convenient being far from the beach, gives off a clean and well-kept vibe. The staff worked hard to ensure a pleasant experience but were understaffed for the number of guests. The dining experience had its highlights with good quality food but could have been better. The room, advertised as Superior, was a major letdown with a very dated look and additional charges for basic amenities.

Rooms
5.0
The room I stayed in was one of the furthest away from the main building and far from the images advertised. It felt very basic and outdated.
Service
7.0
The staff members were friendly and attentive, trying their best to make my stay comfortable even with the challenges of being understaffed.
Location
6.0
Despite not being the most convenient, the hotel exuded cleanliness and a well-maintained ambiance.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were of good quality but lacked variety. The traditional regional products were a nice touch.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel facilities were average with no standout features. It felt lacking in terms of modern amenities.
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