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Minos Beach Art Hotel

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  • Food & Drink

    3 restaurants, 4 bars, 1 Kafenion (traditional coffee shop)

  • Spa & Recreation

    Two private beaches, spa, gym, watersports, Sculpture Garden, morning yoga, cooking classes, tennis court

  • Food & Drink

    3 restaurants, 4 bars, 1 Kafenion (traditional coffee shop)

  • Spa & Recreation

    Two private beaches, spa, gym, watersports, Sculpture Garden, morning yoga, cooking classes, tennis court

A glorious assembly of waterfront bungalows and gardens stretch across 2 kilometers of coastline, enabling you to connect with the island as the locals do, experience a wealth of art in its many forms, and nourish yourself on authentic Cretan food and wine.

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Architecture Eleni Soufli

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Architecture Eleni Soufli

A landscape of sand, rocks, greenery, and trees is peppered with whitewashed bungalows, villas, and terraces that look to the sea.

Drawing inspiration from the traditional architectural style of the fishing villages of Eastern Crete that surround the hotel, the architects wanted Minos to be in physical and conceptual harmony with the island. Low-lying villas and bungalows don’t distract the eye from the natural horizons that are comprised of the sea, the beaches, and the inland hills. Together, it all comprises the first truly luxury hotel in Crete.

Interior design Dora Giakoumi, Maria Souliou, Gina Mamidakis

Artwork inspired by natural surroundings and the island’s heritage has been especially created for the hotel and its garden.

Much of the G. & A. Mamidakis Foundation art collection is found in the hotel and its Sculpture Garden, while muted colors, tactile fabrics, natural woods, and the occasional artifact from a bygone era keep things minimalistic, inside and out. Sound and nature also play a key role in the design: Trickling water sooths the mind and a lonely piano invites the creative flourish of a passerby.

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The Originals Gina Mamidakis

“We want the hotel’s residency program to become one of the best opportunities for artists and creatives in Europe.”

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Food & Drink Cretan, through and through

Minos Beach Art Hotel Food And Drink

Food & Drink Cretan, through and through

Award-winning chefs Kyriakos Mylonas and Poppy Kourkoutaki oversee the culinary program, drawing upon a handful of trusted local suppliers.

Much of the produce used in the three restaurants, four bars, and kafenio (traditional coffee shop) are sourced from trusted local suppliers in and around Agios Nikolaos, including the majority of the wines that come from area vineyards and wineries. Guests have an abundance of options for great Greek and Cretan cuisine and inspired drink, from a pool bar or seafront wine bar to al fresco dining and a more formal fine dining experience at La Bouillabaisse.

Well-being Serenity by the sea

Move from inspiring art to an indulging spa—Ananea Wellness by Aegeo presents a holistic experience in one of Crete’s most beautiful waterfront settings.

A world of reviving and rejuvenating treatments awaits at the hotel’s five-star spa. Here, premium products with natural ingredients, such as lavender, seaweed, pomegranate, olive oil, and sea salt, complement a wide range of massages that improve circulation and remove the body’s retained fluids and toxins.

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Island Ways

Minos Beach Art Hotel is the perfect place to explore connectedness with flora and fauna, self-sufficiency and tradition, legacy and legend.

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Sustainability Keeping an eye on our Conscious Hotel Principles

“We understand that to be successful over time, we need to strive for sustainable growth, care for our people and community, and inspire the next generation.”

Architecture

Architecture

To preserve the landscape, each renovation is carried out with the least construction possible and the utmost respect for the natural wealth of the area.

Waste

Waste

The hotel reduces waste at the source by using reusable materials and minimizing plastic in all processes. Plastic items that cannot be avoided are recycled. Recycling performance is monitored monthly.

Water

Water

Specially designated hydrometers monitor and record water consumption. Guests are also encouraged to preserve and respect water through simple means, such as not requesting daily linen changes. 

Products

Products & Produce

The hotel showcases Cretan cuisine with dishes that feature local ingredients in a modern retelling of culinary traditions.

Culture

Culture

Working closely with the G. & A. Mamidakis Foundation, the hotel implements a variety of cultural initiatives. The annual Art Prize facilitates the production of new artworks every year.

Recreation

Recreation

Guests can explore the natural surroundings, participate in wellness and yoga sessions, use the hotel’s bicycles to explore the area, and stroll through the sculpture garden, featuring many local artworks.

Healthyworkplace

Healthy Workplace

The hotel strives to establish a positive and stimulating working environment where everyone is inspired and encouraged to take initiative, participate, and grow. 

Communication

Measure & Communication

The hotel promotes its sustainability initiatives and encourages guests to participate via newsletters, social media, the hotel website, and in-room materials. 

 

Follow the conscious journey

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Get an inspiring take on life in the cradle of civilization from Travel Colours Guide—Greece. Packed with pages of beautiful photographs; insider tips on the best places to eat, shop, drink, and more; this is the perfect companion and go-to guide for your next trip to Greece.

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Food & Drink

This hotel is featured in Taste and Place: The Design Hotels Book.

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Location

Location

Europe
Greece
Crete

Minos Beach Art Hotel
Akti Ilia Sotirchou Agios Nikolaos, Crete, 72100 Greece
Crete 72100 GR
Greece

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