7 nights from £1,659 per person including breakfast.

Around half an hour's drive from Chania airport.

On the coast of Crete, just outside the pretty town of Chania.

The 102 rooms, suites, bungalows, villas and pavilions have a relaxed and earthy tone, all with chic minimalistic interiors inspired by nature and created with sustainability in mind. Each has a private terrace, double or twin beds, a satellite TV, mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities, bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary WiFi. Bungalows sleep up to three people and have a separate living area; some have their own pool. Villas sleep up to five people and have spacious indoor and outdoor areas, including a private garden with pool. The Topical Family Grand Pavilion Private Pool sleeps up to six people and features a large garden and private pool offering a lovely sense of privacy. Guests of the Haute Living section benefit from Half Board, a dedicated concierge service 24-7, daily re-stocked mini bar, dedicated mobile phone to communicate with staff, and exclusive check in experience.

The Beach House Restaurant serves up locally-sourced Mediterranean cuisine, as well as international options, and Estia Gourmet Fusion offers fine dining in a stunning setting. The Beach Bar is open all day and serves signature cocktails, wines and spirits.

• Bed & breakfast
• Half Board

There’s a large swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers and gardens, and the hotel overlooks a private pebbly beach. The Jungle Spa has three treatment beds and offers massages and other treatments in a peaceful setting. Yoga classes are also available. There’s a swimming pool just for children at the treehouse-style kids’ club, and they can get involved in cooking classes and other activities in a supervised environment.