Title: Visit Hersonissos: Best of Hersonissos Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Hersonissos](https://expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Hotels.d6034035.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Hersonissos](https://expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Vacation-Rentals.d6034035.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Hersonissos](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Hersonissos.d6034035.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Hersonissos](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Hersonissos.d6034035.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Hersonissos Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Hersonissos.d6034035.Car-Rental-Guide)[Hersonissos Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Hersonissos.d6034035.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Hersonissos ## Travel Guide ![Aerial view of the harbor of the famous resort Chersonissos, Crete, Greece](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034035/1fbdda78-fef2-493b-bb91-0f8ee6d6aeaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of the harbor of the famous resort Chersonissos, Crete, Greece](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034035/1fbdda78-fef2-493b-bb91-0f8ee6d6aeaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hersonissos town aerial panoramic view in Crete, Greece](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034035/021fb515-770f-4dcb-9af1-b0c7bc302f11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![There are always some nice little shots to take. You just gotta open up your eyes. (inspired by Bob Ross :) )](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338516/1cf042ac-7442-4f5d-b6ce-ea4019a4c8c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Malia Beach sundown MALIA BEACH HOTEL **** Malia Beach hotel, one of the first hotels in Malia Crete, enjoys a great reputation for its inviting and friendly atmosphere, prime beachfront position, golden sandy beach and gorgeous views over the Cretan Sea and the surrounding landscape. Malia Beach hotel covers a surface area of 30,000 sq.m. surrounded by beautiful gardens and shady trees with over eighty species of endemic and international flora. The recently renovated and refurbished hotel offers a delightful base for the seeker of relaxation and rest, but also for the sun lover who wants to explore the area with its cultural riches and charming traditional villages. http://www.maliabeach.gr/en/hotel-facilities/pools-a-beach/](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6340064/7c938743-6920-4650-9522-69214031c9da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Hersonissos Where to stay Things to do Reviews ### Where to stay in Hersonissos ![Greek sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6340064/1e1ef2aa-13ea-4531-8817-942931b91768.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Malia Old Town If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Malia Old Town and surrounding area, you can visit Malia Beach and Palace of Malia. [](https://expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Malia-Old-Town.dx859747179674234880) - Hersonissos Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Hersonissos ![Creta Maris Resort - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/541900/541819/04d3f8f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Creta Maris Resort - All Inclusive Hersonissou Hersonissos Crete Island Book a stay at this luxury property in Hersonissos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (891 reviews) Great facilities and great weather Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=541819&PinnedHotelID=541819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6034035) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=541819&PinnedHotelID=541819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6034035) ![Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16510000/16508200/16508136/81e08386_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only Analipsi, Analipsi Hersonissos Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hersonissos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (325 reviews) Everything was great! Excellent service💯😍 Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=16508136&PinnedHotelID=16508136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6034035) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=16508136&PinnedHotelID=16508136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6034035) ![Village Heights Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14931400/14931312/6d5cd5ca_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Village Heights Resort Hersonissos Hersonissos Crete Island Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hersonissos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (436 reviews) My stay was amazing first time travelling to a resort like this solo and was incredibly relaxing the room was amazing and the view was brilliant. The bar staff were incredible and really made the evenings memorable the food an entertainment was brilliant. Loved the a la carte options and the view ... Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=14931312&PinnedHotelID=14931312&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6034035) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=14931312&PinnedHotelID=14931312&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6034035) [See all 1,883 properties in Hersonissos](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=02%2F02%2F2026&endDate=03%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6034035) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Village Heights Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14931400/14931312/6d5cd5ca_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Village Heights Resort Hersonissos Hersonissos Crete Island Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hersonissos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (436 reviews) My stay was amazing first time travelling to a resort like this solo and was incredibly relaxing the room was amazing and the view was brilliant. The bar staff were incredible and really made the evenings memorable the food an entertainment was brilliant. Loved the a la carte options and the view ... Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Hotels-Village-Heights-Resort.h14931312.Hotel-Information) ![Nana Golden Beach - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15280000/15277500/15277485/1bf234e2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nana Golden Beach - All Inclusive Limenas Hersonissou Hersonissos Crete Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hersonissos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews) Brilliant resort, well catered for everyone with kids and for those who love sports. Food on ala carte restaurants is amazing and very good quality. Waterpark is brilliant and there are plenty of pool optipns so it doenst feel crowded. The only downsides are: 1\. the beach is small and it gets busy ... Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hersonissos-Hotels-Nana-Golden-Beach-All-Inclusive.h15277485.Hotel-Information) ![Koutouloufari Village Holiday Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3630000/3624400/3624339/8ef084f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Koutouloufari Village Holiday Club 4, Alexi Minoti Street Hersonissos Crete Island Stay at this aparthotel in Hersonissos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Star Beach Water Park and Stalis Beach are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (127 reviews) We loved our stay here. The staff are welcoming, thoughtful and happy to help. Room was clean comfortable with a lovely balcony and drying rack. The pool area is where we spend most of our time. The pool is perfect for cooling off and where you can watch mountain goats climb the cliffs, and where ... 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Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Aquaworld-Aquarium-Hersonissos.d6165959.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mermaid...in dry-dock for advertisement](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6340064/1364304c-f4db-4f16-9119-c926e1ff64dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Potamos Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Potamos Beach during your trip to Malia? Wander the marina in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Strand-Malia.d553248635997384999.Vacation-Attraction) #### Star Beach Water Park Bring the kids to Star Beach Water Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Hersonissos Centre. Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Star-Beach-Water-Park-Crete.d6128798.Vacation-Attraction) #### Malia Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Malia Beach during your trip to Malia? Wander the marina in this relaxing area. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Crete-Golf-Club-Hersonissos.d6160554.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Crete: Palace of Knossos E-Ticket and Audio Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48318304/cb5e5b0b-c1ed-4516-a75d-af2c1d95695e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crete: Palace of Knossos E-Ticket and Audio Guide CA $45 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/crete-palace-of-knossos-e-ticket-and-audio-guide.a48318304.activity-details) ![Knossos Palace & Archeological Museum: E-Tickets with Audio Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5155528/f47a11a9-01a6-4e4d-940c-385c9a303356.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Knossos Palace & Archeological Museum: E-Tickets with Audio Tours CA $78 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/knossos-palace-archeological-museum-e-tickets-with-audio-tours.a5155528.activity-details) ![Knossos Palace](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1142638/89139e6e-802c-4d00-9018-ee53c5eedfd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### E-Ticket & Audio Tour for Knossos Palace: Unlock Minoan Majesty CA $57 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/e-ticket-audio-tour-for-knossos-palace-unlock-minoan-majesty.a1142638.activity-details) ![Crete: Palace of Knossos Entry Ticket & Optional Audio Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47110764/8e2c7fb4-5fa1-4420-a6a9-1654564c56db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crete: Palace of Knossos Entry Ticket & Optional Audio Guide CA $42 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/crete-palace-of-knossos-entry-ticket-optional-audio-guide.a47110764.activity-details) ![Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket & Audio Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47714035/2929510a-21e4-4445-9594-098ce3080302.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket & Audio Guide CA $36 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/heraklion-archaeological-museum-ticket-audio-guide.a47714035.activity-details) ![Sailing Trips with Cretan Sailing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2689152/0949716c-2b6b-4d85-864f-053dba8c62f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sailing Trips with Cretan Sailing CA $73 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sailing-trips-with-cretan-sailing.a2689152.activity-details) [See all activities in Hersonissos](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Hersonissos.d6034035.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Hersonissos 4.2 Top destination 5 - Excellent 5 4 - Good 7 3 - Okay 0 2 - Disappointing 1 1 - Terrible 0 ### 2/5 - Disappointing Verified traveller Not what we were expecting. Area relatively run down, but people are quite friendly ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Nice place design for tourists, 2 or 3 days. ## Cities near Hersonissos ![Heraklion featuring general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1444/183850c5-8966-47fd-96cf-b80404c014a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Heraklion ![Most beautiful beaches of Crete island -Istron bay near Agios Nikolaos, Greece](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5193/0602d23e-474b-45e7-b855-18cc5397618d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Agios Nikolaos ![street sign in the village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602016/4d920b9b-14b5-41e4-b4d0-8e1768a5d9d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Koutouloufari ![The paradise coast and the sandy beach at the foot of the mountains, in Europe, Greece, Crete, Analipsi, By the Mediterranean Sea, in summer, on a sunny day.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6035263/e84b2675-c8a6-4b5c-8e3e-e129d6ab48be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Analipsi - Cities near Hersonissos - Places of interest [Heraklion](https://expedia.ca/Heraklion.dx1444)[Agios Nikolaos](https://expedia.ca/Agios-Nikolaos.dx5193)[Koutouloufari](https://expedia.ca/Koutouloufari.dx602016)[Analipsi](https://expedia.ca/Analipsi.dx6035263)[Archanes-Asterousia](https://expedia.ca/Archanes-Asterousia.dx6048775)[Kokkini Chani](https://expedia.ca/Kokkini-Chani.dx6051391)[Elaia](https://expedia.ca/Elaia.dx6276334)[Karteros](https://expedia.ca/Karteros.dx6276344)[Lasithi Plateau](https://expedia.ca/Lasithi-Plateau.dx6277485)[Malia](https://expedia.ca/Malia.dx6340064)[Anópolis](https://expedia.ca/Anopolis.dx3000031435)[Prasas](https://expedia.ca/Prasas.dx3000702648)[Skopela](https://expedia.ca/Skopela.dx3000739396)[Vathianos Kampos](https://expedia.ca/Vathianos-Kampos.dx553248635975857662) - [Palace of Malia ](https://expedia.ca/Palace-Of-Malia-Hersonissos.d6062151.Vacation-Attraction) - [Acqua Plus Water Park ](https://expedia.ca/Acqua-Plus-Water-Park-Hersonissos.d6321708.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sarakino ](https://expedia.ca/Sarakino-Hersonissos.d553248621593151439.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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