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5.0 of 5
Thesi Nisi, Agios Nikolaos, Crete 72100, Greece
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Minos Palace Hotel
Ranked #12 of 101 hotels in Agios Nikolaos
4.0 of 5 stars 106 Reviews
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Kiev, Ukraine
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“It used to be a quiet,lovely hotel but now it's not the same.”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012
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First time i came to this hotel many years ago.After that our family rested there every year.We were satisfied with everything! Service was fantastic,all stuff was lovely and kind,beach always was clean,national Greek food was simply amazing and delicious!!!
But for the last two years we didnt come there because we wanted to explore another hotels.And when this summer 2011 i and my father decided just to visit our Minos Palace we didnt recognise it!Where is that family comfort? Where are those traditional Greek things in the hotel? Now it's simply a NEW MODERN BOX without any life inside.Only personal was the same.They were still lovely and kind but by there faces i could read about their sadness.When i asked them what had happened they said that hotel owner had changed and everything had changed with him.
Now Minos Palace doesn't look like a Greek hotel any more...And it's really sad because it has already become "OUR FAMILY" hotel..
By the way,there isn't playground for children any more too.
It's only for rich people who doesn't care about traditional styles.

Room Tip: Rooms with view on Agios Nikolaos are awesome
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  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Seattle, Washington
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Mostly very nice, except for little things”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012
4
people found this review helpful

It was amazing, we had our own personal pool and hot tub right outside our room. Also beautiful property and wonderful location. The only thing was that one night I slept on the couch and the next morning I found out I had bites (that I found out were bed bugs)! I was forced to go onto a plane home with itches all over. Other than this, it was a great hotel.

Room Tip: The rooms with the pools and hot tubs are amazing.
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  • Stayed February 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Wales U K
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Simply the Best”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2011
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people found this review helpful

What really matters is there. The food is very good and everywhere is very clean, but equally as important is the fact that the staff, many of whom have worked there for a long time which say a lot, are an extremely dedicated team who make you feel that they care. We spent two weeks at the Minos Palace and the general opinion was that it is the best hotel in the area.
It is definitely a local bus ride or taxi ride out of Agios Nikalaos unless you are a walker and hiring a car should be factored into your budget. It is a stunning location with wonderful views. Yes, the hotel is quite stark with few adornments and frills which is why I have only rated it a four star, but when I think of the wonderful chef Stelios, who helped me with my difficult diet every night and the excellent reception staff I would rate it much more.

Room Tip: Make sure you get a sun aspect as some of the rooms are almost sunless despite the sea views. As a g...
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  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
2 reviews
“Great hotel, fantastic location and lovely staff”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2011

I stayed here with my boyfriend in October 2011 on a half board basis and would definitely recommend it to others. We would love to back.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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surrey
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“Excellent stay at the Minos Palace!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011
3
people found this review helpful

This was our seventh stay at the Minos Palace - it just gets better and better! Hotel is in a great location with lovely views. Rooms are stylish and comfortable - the balcony furniture ensures that you have a comfortable seating area outside to enjoy the view with a nice glass of wine! Food and service are excellent - spoilt for choice at breakfast and dinner. Had lunch at the taverna on our last day - lovely meal in a lovely setting. The staff here are a big plus - all very friendly and helpful - so nice to see familiar faces. Will we be going back next year? Yes we will!!!

Room Tip: We like a room overlooking the gardens and pool as well as the sea - more sun on the balcony!
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  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: Thesi Nisi, Agios Nikolaos, Crete 72100, Greece
Price range (per night):* INR7,356 - 15,382

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