This adult only property is a real crowd pleaser. Designed with luxury in mind with a sprawling lagoon style pool and large palm trees everywhere you look – it’s the ultimate Greek retreat. Set in the low-key Crete resort of Analypsis along a tranquil coastal road, hideout in this stress-free setting.

Living up to its 5 star rating this flashy hotel also comes with its very own private patch of sand, so guests can look forward to uninterrupted sunbathing sessions. As for dining your well-equipped with a buffet stop and swanky a la carte options.

Bright and airy rooms

When it comes to room types, you’ve got a wide range of options to choose from. From slick white walls to light wood flooring and rounded mirrors – the whole place has a restful yet modern feel. For the ultimate isolation, book a stay with a private pool and enjoy some secluded sunbathing or dive right into the water from your terrace with a swim-up room.

Take advantage of some fantastic amenities as standard, these include – a flat screen TV, mini bar, safe and balcony or terrace. Free Wi-Fi is also on the menu, so you can enjoy high-speed internet while using the hotel’s facilities.

Drink and dine in style

Dining is a huge part of the appeal with plenty of gourmet surprises along the way. Choose a buffet restaurant complete with show cooking or sample food from the land in one of its a la carte eateries. If it’s cocktails you’re after, there’s a couple of thirst-quenching spots too.

Kimata: Looking out over the pool, this is the hotel’s main restaurant. Serving buffet style food from all over the world, pick from a range of hot and cold dishes alongside a spread of delicious desserts and the freshest fruit. You can head here for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Oceania: Taking up a prime position on a well-placed rooftop, sip wines from the hotel’s cellar or sample the gourmet menu. Their inventive take on traditional dishes is truly mind-blowing. This classy a la carte eatery opens for dinner and comes with a formal dress code, making it the perfect spot for a date night.

Vegera: If you want to try the best native food, this taverna style restaurant has you covered from lunch to dinner. With age-old recipes gracing the menu, tuck into delicious mezze platters filled with succulent meats and home-grown vegetables. Known for is authentic music and Greek nights – there’s no better place to immerse yourself in the local culture.

Utopia: This stunning lounge is the place to grab afternoon cocktails, or if you prefer something a little more hardcore, head here after dinner and sip on the finest wines. Open around-the-clock, this daytime meets sunset stop will see you coming back for more. If you’re after fuss-free food, there’s also a choice of snacks on offer.

Cabana: As the hotel’s ultimate chill out bar, top up your tan as you listen to slow tempos under the scorching sun. With a frozen cocktail in one hand and a light bite in the other, this poolside hangout is your go-to for easygoing days enjoying Crete’s toasty climate.

In room dining: Want to indulge with no one watching? Then the hotel’s in-room dining will be right up your street. Promising an intimate meal from the comfort of your accommodation, let your taste buds run wild as you sample top-quality food and drinks brought to your door.

*Please note – a reservation will be required if you want to dine in the a la carte restaurants.

5 star facilities

From the moment you arrive at the Stella Island Hotel you’ll be treated like royalty with staff going out of their way to help you. The huge pool is the main highlight, taking over the majority of the resort – head here for super stylish sunbathing stints. From wooden bridges to deluxe double loungers edging over the water and a comfy submerged seating area, it’s a Crete paradise.

Make sure you pay the spa a visit too. Filled with softly-lit massage rooms, heated pools, a traditional hammam and a bubbling hot tub, long sessions are encouraged. And with beautiful glass walls, you can enjoy views out to sea as you soak up the calming ambiance. Fitness fanatics are also in luck with a gym onsite. Offering a good choice of equipment, you won’t have to sacrifice your daily workout. What’s more, the hotel also comes with yoga and TRX courses.

A Cretan backdrop

When it comes to your location, you’ve hit the jackpot. Although positioned in the peaceful and lesser-known resort of Analypsis, you’re just a short distance from some of Crete’s biggest island attractions. The busy hotspot Hersonissos is only four miles away, where you can benefit from a set of waterparks, trio of beaches and an endless number of bars.

In terms of activities, there’s ample opportunities to take to the waves with plenty of water sports and a seabed perfect for scuba diving. The area’s hilly terrain is also celebrated for its hiking expeditions and mountain biking, or if you’re not willing to work up a sweat, take a horse riding tour and admire Crete’s natural beauty from up high.