St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas

A very special and unique hotel with a lovely ambience. Room tip - book a room with a pool for an extra luxurious experience.

We hadn’t read all these reviews before booking this fantastic resort hotel, we took a recommendation from a trusted source, and hopes for the best… So delighted we did! There is nothing that is not exactly as they say it will be and more. I am pleased I booked a junior suite with sea view, for the ambience and space, but everything looks well done here, from the relaxed yet organised location and setting to the private beach and pools. We woul use the main pool in the morning then the freshwater swimmers pool on the opposite bay side in the afternoon. Both spacious and relaxing even though the GM told us it was 100pc full occupancy. In order of merit , with little to choose between them, we would say: 1 The amazing staff 2 The facilities 3 The rooms 4 The overall service and professionalism 5 The Breakfast! Possibly the best we have been to globally ever! 6 The food generally is high quality and fresh with a large buffet as you see 7 The on site water sports Well done to all involved We do have two small observations worth passing on.. The hotel was full, most it seemed, to have chosen the HB option with evening buffet, getting seated was not a five star experience Also the buffet was reduced amazingly quickly by such large numbers, and honestly, it was a little repetitive. We went out twice for a change consequently. Secondly, we were sold a beach bar, there was none available, it was closed the entire week, also evening entertainment bands did not materialise as advertised twice. Getting poolside service or beach side service was not easy, but not the staff’s fault, the bar was closed so they were having to walk multiple flights of steps to do each service. As I said, 100 full and two weeks or so away from season end, they have our sympathy. Overall a wonderful resort hotel and experience, we will be back hopefully soon

I honestly thought this hotel would be rated #1 in Crete and possibly all of Greece. I was so impressed with this beautiful, scenic luxury hotel. To begin with, my room had an unbelievably gorgeous view overlooking Mirabello Bay. It was a very well appointed room and staff made sure to drop off bottled water and treats throughout the couple of days our group stayed there. The breakfast was the best I had throughout my 9 day stay in Greece ---- by far better than anyplace we stayed in Athens, Cape Sounio, or Santorini. Staff was professional, helpful and always went above and beyond expectations. I should mention that I was walking from my suite to the front of the hotel, and one young man was driving the luggage cart. He made a point to stop and invited me to ride with him to the front of the hotel. That really impressed me. The manager was seen all over the property working very hard. Our group would see him early in the AM in the restaurant helping with breakfast, and then we'd see him late in the day helping out around the pool area. And he always smiled and seemed very pleasant. Perhaps it's because the hotel is literally located in paradise!!! ---- the grounds of the resort are nothing short of breathtaking. I can't say enough about this resort and I'd love to return again in the future with my family. St. Nicolas Bay Resort is perhaps one of my favorite hotels in the world and I'd love to stay there again.

Just fabulous. The hotel itself is beautiful and the facilities are amazing, and the food is excellent. The views are spectacular. However, what made our holiday so fabulous was Alexandros and his team. They just made us feel so welcome, and we chilled out as soon as we arrived. We had the experience of a home from home. We definitely hope to return next year.

Just returned from a fabulous stay in this beautiful hotel. It’s run like a well oiled machine that exudes efficiency and professionalism. Customer service is excellent and the restaurant staff deserve a particular mention for their warmth and desire to please. The hotel seemed busy but it was always possible to find places to sunbathe and relax in a quiet corner. Every attention has been given to detail and it’s totally luxurious. Now for the food… what can I say? Absolutely first rate with a huge variety . It was impossible to exercise restraint at the buffet in the Labryinth restaurant. It will definitely be on our list of somewhere to return to.