THE ROYAL BLUE RESORT & SPA

Best hotel we have stayed, in terms of food, service, hotel appearance and entertainment. The food was absolutely delicious, plenty of choice for all. Nice and quiet, the hotel was full but it always seemed quiet and peaceful. I love they didn’t have loud pool/beach music playing, you could completely relax. Location slightly out from the towns, you need a taxi, bus or hire car. But, we hired a car from Compass Crete and found the location to be great. So much to see and do, only 30 mins drive to Rethymnon. I would say the cocktails could be improved, for a 5 star hotel I would expect better presentation and more classic cocktails, especially for the price. Saying that, there was plenty of choice for drinks. I love that we got free bottles of water daily, and free pool/beach towels. Everyone so friendly and helpful. I ordered a cold chocolate (a holiday favourite of mine) and for €7 I expected a lot better, it tasted almost like water. Very disappointed with that. Also, we got charged €11 at the end of the stay for drinks at the main restaurant but we had already paid for them. Unfortunately we had no receipt but found the money went out of our bank account the time we originally paid. So, I would just ensure you get receipts of payment if you do not put drinks on the room. We got a complimentary upgrade for our last night to the villa with private pool which was amazing!! Got some amazing sunset pictures with sea view. We had a truly unforgettable stay, and are already looking to go back. It is perfect for couples. We would like to thank everyone at the hotel for our amazing stay.

Exceptional hotel …. friendly and helpful staff, excellent food, great service and facilities. Nigel W

OMG! If only we had found this place sooner. Absolutely brilliant place and we are coming back. High quality relaxed atmosphere where we were able to chill out spend time away from the day to day “stuff”. Until next time. Thank you Royal Blue

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An absolutely exceptional resort – I highly recommend it! Whether you’re travelling as a family or as a couple, this is a place you’ll want to return to. The five stars are fully deserved. In fact, the photos don’t do the resort justice – it is even more beautiful in real life. The food is outstanding. The buffet offers a wide variety of fresh, high-quality Greek specialties every day, along with excellent international dishes and delicious desserts. You can really tell that quality and attention to detail are top priorities. The rooms are stylish, spotless, and the beds are incredibly comfortable. The entire resort is beautifully maintained, lush, and immaculately clean. From the moment you enter the lobby, you’re welcomed by a wonderful signature scent that immediately creates a luxurious and relaxing atmosphere. The views over the sea are simply breathtaking, especially from the higher parts of the resort. Waking up to that panorama every day felt like a dream. The service deserves special recognition. Every member of staff was genuinely warm, professional, and attentive. They anticipate your needs before you even have to ask. The reception team even did everything they could to allow me to stay in my room longer for a late check-out, which I really appreciated. Even the staff handing out towels at the beach were exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Another highlight is the atmosphere created by the guests. The clientele is respectful, relaxed, and refined. Many guests dress elegantly for dinner, which adds to the sophisticated ambiance of the resort. Overall, it attracts people who appreciate quality, tranquillity, and a peaceful holiday experience. The bars are excellent, the cocktails are expertly prepared, and the live music in the evenings creates a wonderful atmosphere without ever feeling intrusive. For fitness enthusiasts, the resort is fantastic. The indoor gym is well equipped, and there is also an outdoor gym where you can work out while enjoying spectacular views of the Mediterranean. Training on the bike or doing pull-ups overlooking the sea is an experience in itself. The resort also features several beautiful swimming pools spread across different levels, so it’s always easy to find a peaceful place to relax. The private beach is located in a protected bay with crystal-clear water and is reserved exclusively for hotel guests. It is exceptionally clean, free of microplastics, and perfect for swimming and relaxing. Another advantage is that you can rent a car directly at the hotel at very reasonable prices. From there, it’s easy to visit some of Crete’s most famous attractions, including the Palace of Knossos, the Arkadi Monastery, or the beautiful old town of Rethymno. There are also plenty of opportunities for activities such as jet skiing nearby. If you’re looking for outstanding food, exceptional service, a beautiful setting, and a truly relaxing atmosphere, this resort is an easy choice. I would return without hesitation.

This was a great family holiday - this was our first time as a family to go on a resort holiday and the Royal Blue did not disappoint. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left our experince was first class. The staff is extermly attentive and very friendly, nothing was too much for them. The variety of pools were excellent - we throughly enjoyed the peace and tranquity of our shared pool attached to our room, the scernity of the adult pool and the slightly busier family pool. Sun Loungers and service at all the pools were excellent. The private beach for the resort is also a excellent location for relaxing and swimming in the clear blue sea. Finally i would throughly recommend the Greek night, entertainment and food were excellent. On our first night the Saxaphonist at the fish restuarant was excellent. Thank you for the wide variety of entertainment and the whole feeling of the resort. We will be back :)

An exceptional experience in this resort. Warm, welcoming staff throughout the stay. Peaceful location, clean room, public areas. Room was of high standard with all requirements offering a home away from home feel. Excellent food and variety of dishes to meet all tastes. Highly recommended either for a short or long stay, the tranquillity of the resort & it's surroundings & amenities offer complete relaxation and peace of mind. Well done to the management & all the team. Keep it up!

Very sad to be leaving this amazing resort. The staff especially are incredible, professional, warm and very helpful. We had a beautiful room and small terrace with a shared pool. Our last night was made extra special with an upgrade to a private villa with private pool and stunning sea views. The food and choice was exceptional too and the evening entertainment was a good mix of traditional, from a greek event to a DJ soul set on another night. You also have the choice to just relax in the many quiet pool areas. Overall the resort has a peaceful vibe and we hope to return.

from the moment of arrival to check-out, the hotel staff tried their best to take care of every guest. The hotel staff is a great asset to the hotel, especially Mrs. Maria from the reception. A real resort for relaxing and enjoying your summer vacation. The hotel is well maintained, large pools, lots of greenery and flowers around. The beach is pleasant with deck chairs, umbrellas and cabanas, it is artificially protected from the waves, so it prevents the view of the sea and that is the only drawback, but it is justified. The rooms are spacious and decently furnished, the room cleaning staff does their job very well. The choice of food in the main restaurant for breakfast and dinner is really diverse and high quality, the view from the restaurant terrace at the sunsets is beautiful. A place that deserves recommendations and a return visit.