Abaton Hotel in Hersonissos, Heraklion

Situated near the beach of Drapanon and the stunning open-air museum of Lychnostatis, Abaton Island Resort and Spa is a wonderful choice for those who seek a relaxing stay in an upmarket hotel with cozy interiors, pool facilities, and excellent dining options!

Accommodation
The luxurious Abaton Island Resort and Spa, part of the domestic Hersonissos Group Hotels brand, hosts a total of 152 guestrooms, suites, and villa apartments with fine furnishing, white-colored interior walls, gorgeous white tiles, and large double-paned soundproof window doors! Each option has king-sized double bedding and a bathroom with a hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, and upscale bath amenities!
Furthermore, every unit is equipped with individually controlled air-conditioning, a flat-screen Smart TV, a minibar, a desk, a seating area, a branded espresso coffee machine, tea and coffee-making necessities, a safe box, and a balcony or deluxe terrace with access to a shared pool, a private pool, or an outdoor hot tub, alongside panoramic sea views! Also, the Royal Villa has a variety of bonus features, such as wide speakers, a home cinema, a gym, a steam bath, an elevator, a walk-in closet, and a security alarm system! Plus, Abaton houses an array of rooms that fully support wheelchair users and people with mobility impairments!

Facilities
This five-star hotel establishment boasts stunning outdoor pools (like a unique river-shaped pool) surrounded by relaxing sun loungers, sun-facing beds, and parasols! On top of that, Abaton provides its visitors with plenty of drinking and dining options, such as the Bony Fish Seafood and the WOW Steak restaurants, offering fantastic a la carte lunch and dinner meals with seaside views, including delicious oven-baked and grilled servings! Spot the F-Zin Ivy League restaurant for buffet breakfast and dinner, the Elemes Cretan Cuisine restaurant for a la carte breakfast and dinner options, and the elegant Ladies and Gentlemen lobby bar, ideal for an expertly-made cocktail mix, a coffee drink, or a refreshing beverage!
In addition, Abaton has the in-house ANAPNOē Spa and Wellness Center, hosting a mesmerizing indoor pool, a hair and nail salon, a sauna, and various treatment rooms, along with a state-of-the-art fitness center! Also, guests will love the playroom (with a couple of pool tables, a foosball table, and air-hockey facilities), the on-site gift shops, and the hotel’s private parking space!

Experiences
Stop by the nearby seashore and unwind on the hotel-owned sunbeds, or grab a snack and an exquisite drink from Abaton’s Buddha Beach Bar! Moreover, all visitors of villa units benefit from private butler services, whereas one may also ask the hotel staff for private massage sessions and full-body treatments at the hotel spa.