5* Crete villa stay with a private pool and sweeping sea views

Relax at a five-star Cretan residence complex in your luxury villa with private pool and panoramic sea views - includes breakfast and more

Nestled near historic Adele, you are perfectly placed to experience Crete’s rugged beauty and layered history. Stroll through Adele’s whitewashed streets or drive 10 minutes to Rethymno to wander a lyrical maze of Venetian lanes, stumbling upon the 16th-century Fortezza and the picturesque harbour.

For sun-seekers, the golden sands of Adelianos Kampos beach are just 800 metres away, while history buffs can explore the UNESCO-recognised Arkadi Monastery. Further afield, the dramatic Kourtaliotis Gorge leads to the tropical-style Preveli Beach, where a cool lagoon is famously bordered by one of the island's most ancient palm forests. 

• A private paradise: Experience pure Cretan bliss at Carme Villas. Here, each of the 12 two-storey villas balances modern comfort with traditional charm, featuring a fully equipped kitchen, an air-conditioned living room with a fireplace, and a bathroom with a relaxing Jacuzzi. The highlight of your stay is the private swimming pool and furnished patio with sunbeds, where you can take a dip and soak up the Mediterranean sun.

• Authentic flavours: Start your mornings at the dedicated breakfast area, where the hotel proudly supports the Greek National Tourism Organization’s initiative to promote a traditional Greek breakfast. Prepared daily with local ingredients, this authentic buffet is a true feast for your palate. Later, enjoy Cretan and Mediterranean dishes at the restaurant's elegant indoor space or on the sun-drenched terrace overlooking the deep Aegean blue.

• Island idyll: When you’re not relaxing by your private pool or on the nearby beach, there is plenty to keep guests of all ages entertained within this 12,000-square-metre olive grove. Wander through the verdant gardens to admire the local flora, enjoy a quiet moment at the library or try your hand at a board game in the lobby lounge. The complex also features a stone theatre and aquarium, while little ones can make the most of the dedicated children's playground. 

How to get thereThe hotel is located in Adelianos Kampos, approximately 70 kilometres from both Chania International Airport and Heraklion International Airport. The drive from either airport takes a little over an hour by taxi or rental car.

Good to know

We recommend hiring a car so you can explore more of this beautiful island at your own pace. 

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.