St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas
Thessi Nissi, Agios Nikolaos, Crete 721 00 Greece
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#5 of 66 resorts in Crete
Location
4.7
Cleanliness
4.6
Service
4.6
Value
4.1
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A spacious Balcony or Terrace in each Room or Suite provides a private and secluded open air lounge to sit and relax with great sea views.- From the secluded privacy of your room balcony / terrace only 2 minutes walk through flower scented gardens to reach the private sandy beach and sunbathing terraces.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Beach
Evening entertainment
Babysitting
Parking
Wifi
Hot tub
Pool / beach towels
Infinity pool
Pool with view
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Fitness / spa locker rooms
Fitness classes
Sauna
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Poolside bar
Table tennis
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids club
Airport transportation
Car hire
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot massage
Full body massage
Head massage
Massage
Salon
Steam room
Baggage storage
Concierge
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Room features
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Private beach
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Room service
Safe
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Room types
Ocean view
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
HOTEL STYLE
Charming
Family Resort
Languages Spoken
English, French, German, Greek
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St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
Grade: 55 out of 100
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17 Restaurants
within 0.75 miles
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The hotel is very calming and well organised. Was very warm and quiet during our stay. Loved all the food from all the restaurants and service was friendly and cheerful throughout. Accommodation over two floors with private pool was fabulous and we also enjoyed the main pools and beach.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: Do try all the restaurants. We were half-board and got reductions in the ‘posher’ ones.
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We stayed at a 5-star hotel prior to arriving at St Nicolas Bay for our wedding, we expected our previous hotel would not be beaten, but we were so wrong. This hotel was amazing, the staff could never do enough to help and help they did to get our wedding documents translated and ensure the wedding went without a hitch (the wedding was on-site next to the bay a gorgeous setting). From the very first day we arrived we were welcomed, all the staff were great, the food was fantastic and a perfect hotel to chill whilst on holiday. Our wedding breakfast was so large we had to put some in the fridge. This hotel was far better than your average 5-star hotel. Alexandros (General Manager) was a perfect host always ensuring every guest was well looked after. Also the town of Agios Nikolaos is a short taxi journey away (about 10 euros) for shopping, boat trips or a good night out, there are regular buses just outside the hotel to Elounda/Plaka where you can catch a boat trip to Spinalonga. The best hotel I've ever stayed at and can't wait to return.…
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: We went mid September and had no issues getting a sun bed, the bay is perfect for a swim in the sea.
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We had a wonderful weekend at St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel and Villas . A lovely hotel in a beautiful and peaceful location. We had an amazing room very big, clean with all the comforts and with a great sea view.The Hotel Manager Mr. Alexandros Glinos and all the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The food was gorgeous and the facilities were great! I highly recommend this hotel!!!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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St. Nicholas Bay Hotel has been a cornerstone of our family memories for nearly 20 years. Beginning with my 15th birthday and continuing as I've grown to 33, this place holds a special place in our hearts. Every return visit feels like coming home. There is something magical about St Nicholas Bay. You have to visit to experience it. As soon as you arrive there's an immediate sense of homecoming. The heart and soul of the hotel is its team. Alex, the General Manager, sets the gold standard for hospitality. His commitment to excellence is palpable in every aspect of the hotel, leading a team that’s nothing short of extraordinary, from the waitstaff to the attentive cleaners. The team goes above and beyond to ensure every guest feels valued. The resort is luxurious, but in a classy traditional sense, setting it apart from other typical 5-star hotels. There's an ineffable magic about St. Nicholas Bay. There's a warmth and charm that envelops you. It's not just the picturesque surroundings, the pristine rooms, or the top-notch amenities; it's the soul of the hotel that truly sets it apart.…
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Room Tip: Stay longer!
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This is an absolutely fabulous hotel. The staff are all extremely helpful and nothing was ever too much trouble. Buzzers on the parasols, 1 buzz and the waiter would be on his way immediately. Sitting outside for dinner at the Greek restaurant, right by the sea, great food, a background of Greek music or a jaz trio and the temperature just right equates to being as good as it gets. I couldn't fault the place. We came here to crash out for a week and I have never been to a place better suited to that.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Second time at this hotel. The facilities are excellent. We paid for full board but I’m not sure I’d do that again as we really only needed a basic lunch. Everywhere was spotlessly clean and well looked after. The staff were fantastic. We only had one grumble. The music at the Blue Bay restaurant consists of one tape only. After 7 days of this we were sick of it. That said, we will be back.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We are a family of 6 people, and we booked the 3-bedroom villa. We loved everything about this hotel. The staff are great. The food is tasty. The beach is excellent. They care about their guests; you can feel it in anything they do. We will come back.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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The Hotel was in a beautiful position , our bedroom 604 with its own pool and terrace was peaceful looking onto the garden and sea . The food was delicious and what really stood out was the quality of exceptional service from the staff lead by the Manager. The range of facilities ensured tranquility .Nothing was too much trouble , offers of help , smiles and kindness. Undoubtedly the best holiday we can remember
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Steps which were avoided by excellent golf cart service available 24/7
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There are truly no words to describe our amazing 2 nights at St. Nicolas Bay for our honeymoon. We spent 2 weeks in Greece and our stay here was our favorite. Upon arrival we were welcomed with drinks and very friendly reception staff. We desparately needed some laundry done and the reception staff made a special arragement to get it done even though it was late in the day on Saturday. Our room was not ready (checked in at 1PM so totally understandable) but we were given a tour of the property then had a great lunch at Blue Bay with a wide variety of options. After lunch we were escorted to our room which was an upgrade and so incredibly wonderful. We enjoyed our private pool and took in the most scenic views on property. Our first evening we decided to explore Agios Nikolaos and have dinner in town. The reception team assisted with calling a taxi and it was very quick (and inexpensive compared to taxi fares on the other Greek islands we visited). Breakfast both mornings was great and the options (both continental and hot) were expansive. We enjoyed the beach chairs and had lunch oceanside which once again was great. Our final night we enjoyed dinner at The Greek Kafenion. The food was delicious and we loved the live music. I cannot thank everyone at St. Nicolas Bay for making our honeymoon stay so memorable. We will cherish the memories made for years to come.…
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Date of stay: September 2023
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I have posted numerous reviews for this hotel over the years. The reason we return is that the resort leaves us with a sense of well-being, calmness and restoration that no other hotel in the world comes close to. The stunning location overlooking the azure sea, the scent of pine/ rosemary from the gardens mixing together with the salty sea air almost immediately de-stress the mind. The resort never feels crowded and it is always possible to find a quiet spot to sunbathe, or just relax and enjoy the views. The resort is luxurious, but in a classy traditional sense - unlike so many of the identikit 5 star hotels around the world. The resort embraces traditional Cretan design - from the stone pathways to the museum of Cretan life and the gorgeous whitewashed church overlooking the sea. The resort feels in harmony with it's surroundings whilst maintaining luxurious touches such as the marble bathrooms, padded sunbeds and rooms with private infinity pools. The design makes the resort feel more like a Cretan village than a hotel with winding stone pathways, whitewashed buildings and pretty fauna and trees. The hotel appeals to all of the senses, there is no better way to start each day than listening to the gentle sound of the waves whilst overlooking the sea and eating a delicious breakfast served with warmth and genuine hospitality. Mid-morning nothing beats a refreshing swim in the bay and maybe a spot of snorkelling , followed by relaxing in the warmth of the sun before meandering to the Blue Bay restaurant for a leisurely lunch with its stunning outlook over the azure bay and nearby islands. Typing this makes me wish I was there right now! There is a saying that happiness is a journey, not a destination. For me St Nicolas bay is not just a destination/resort but a "feeling" -it creates a sense of wellbeing, happiness and restoration that has to be experienced to be truly understood. No luxury spa or wellbeing retreat in the world has even come close to achieving what St Nicolas Bay does. Thank you for another fantastic stay and an amazing wedding day! …
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Alexandros Glynos, General Manager at St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas
Responded Sep 26, 2023
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I am extremely happy and grateful to read that our customer care philosophy combined with genuine care, authentisity and hospitality are being felt and recognised from so valuable guests/friends as you are. My best regards, see you next year, Alex
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PRICE RANGE
$103 - $545 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
saint nicolas bay resort hotel and villas, saint nicolas bay hotel, st nicolas bay
LOCATION
GreeceCreteLasithi PrefectureAgios Nikolaos
NUMBER OF ROOMS
107
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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas
Which popular attractions are close to St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas?
Nearby attractions include Cretan Olive Oil Farm (0.5 miles), Ammoudi Beach (0.6 miles), and Agios Nikolaos Church (0.10 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and free breakfast.
Which room amenities are available at St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas?
Conveniently located restaurants include Piato, Avra Restaurant, and Kri Kri Taverna.
Are there opportunities to exercise at St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness center, and a sauna during their stay.
Does St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas have airport transportation?
Yes, St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, German, and Greek.