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Istron Bay Hotel

5.0 star property
Hotel with private beach and full-service spa
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Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View | Living area
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Pool
    Pool

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Istron, Lasithi, Agios Nikolaos, Crete Island, 72100
  • Agios Panteleímonas
    5 min walk
  • Golden Beach
    6 min walk
  • Voulisma Beach
    7 min walk
  • Sitia (JSH)
    53 min drive

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Single Room, Sea View

Single Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 15 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room, Sea View

Standard Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

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Bungalow, Sea View | Terrace/patio

Bungalow, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, Sea View

Superior Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Agios Nikolaos

A luxury stay in Agios Nikolaos awaits you at Istron Bay Hotel. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Agios Panteleímonas and Golden Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and a private beach. .A day of pampering at AEGEOS SPA can include massages and facials. The restaurant, Meltemi, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for dinner. Delfini is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, outdoor tennis court, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 5-property class Agios Nikolaos hotel include Voulisma Beach and Karavostasi Beach.

What's nearby

  • Agios Panteleímonas - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Golden Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Voulisma Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Istro Beach - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Port of Agios Nikolaos - 13 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piazza Cafe Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Βάρδας - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Το καφεδάκι - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bellavista Buffet Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kimzu Sea Lounge - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Istron Bay Hotel

Hotel with private beach and full-service spa
Step outside to unwind on the sandy beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sunloungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Istron Bay Hotel such as an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Free breakfast is available daily. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury hotel also offers outdoor tennis courts, a garden and a terrace. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Agios Nikolaos hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 143 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1980
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
Istron Bay Hotel offers 143 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, AEGEOS SPA. Services include massages and facials.

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Belvedere
  • Delfini
  • Finikas
  • Meltemi
  • Votsala

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1980
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
This property has a live entertainment venue onsite. Guests should expect a high level of noise until 2 AM.
Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 90 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • In-room safe fee: EUR 15 per week

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Istron Bay
Istron Bay Hotel
Istron Bay Hotel Crete
Istron Bay Hotel Agios Nikolaos
Istron Bay Agios Nikolaos
Istron Bay
Istron Bay Hotel Hotel
Istron Bay Hotel Agios Nikolaos
Istron Bay Hotel Hotel Agios Nikolaos

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Istron Bay Hotel?

Istron Bay Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Istron Bay Hotel?

Yep, Istron Bay Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Istron Bay Hotel?

Yep, Istron Bay Hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Voulisma Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing.

Is there a spa on site at Istron Bay Hotel?

Yep, AEGEOS SPA is available for guests. You'll enjoy services like facials.

Does Istron Bay Hotel have a pool?

Istron Bay Hotel has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Istron Bay Hotel?

Istron Bay Hotel features a private beach, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

What makes Istron Bay Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a private beach, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Istron Bay Hotel.

Is Istron Bay Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and a playground, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Istron Bay Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Istron Bay Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, free buffet brekkie is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Istron Bay Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Istron Bay Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Istron Bay Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Istron Bay Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Istron Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nikoletta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and clean beach, but the hotel building was outdated. The air conditioner dripped all night, and the noise from the neighbouring room via internal door was unbearable. It ruined my sleep quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the welcoming staff, the remote location, the overall relaxing atmosphere
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Catherine

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Antonios

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a budget friendly hotel with a great sea view for couples and families. A minor issue is that the hotel was a little outdated and needed some minor aesthetic repairs but the staff was friendly and eager to help. It is a multi level hotel with amazing views of the sea and mountains from any level with lounge, bar and resto areas. Access to the immense pool and private beach were easy with showers and w/c close by and lounge chairs with umbrellas. The complimentary breakfast was delicious and with variety, surprisingly. We booked the standard sea view room which was spacious with extra beds and seating. We were on the fourth floor centred over the pool and straight sea view…stunning! Two issues that irked me was the wifi connection not working while in our room but good connection while sitting on our balcony and the mosquito plug repellent necessary for the room. I have to say that it was very unfortunate that Covid rules had to be applied and there was no music and activities which I believe would have impacted my opinion for a better review …safe travels!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is located in a picturesque cove with a beautiful pool and private beach and nicely manicured grounds...the hotel staff was incredibly polite and accommodating and the evening bartender was hilarious...we would highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

franck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
could be a fantastic place
we stayed 3 nights at the resort,fantastic location,the biggest pool I have ever seen,beautiful private beach, what else could we ask for? the problem is the resort is old and is in need of fixing. When we arrived we were assigned a room,the a/c did not work,we were changed to a better room(upgrade) and the toilet did not work.We were upgraded to another room(a suite) this was great but there was a water leak in the bathroom,we put a towel on the floor and it was OK.This shows that the place badly need fixing. The staff is great and helpful,the restaurant on premise is good .It could be one of the best resort in Crete if only....
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Lindy, London

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Go for the view and forgive the grande lady's age
All as other reviewers say: rooms are dated but clean, view is spectacular. Hotel grounds very pleasant, staff at check-in excellent, barman at beach bar not so good. Hotel is making an effort with decor in dining rooms to make up for aged condition of the property. I enjoyed my stay and would go again.

10/10 Excellent

Surinder, London UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location with its own beach
Beautiful stay excellent location, its own beach and view from are very pleasing. Staff are very helpful especially receptionist Bianca de Klien who even check in our return flight printing our boarding passes, Food needs improvement Breackfast is very basic, also needs some refurbershing. Over all very good stay. Surinder Shani

2/10 Terrible

poor and stinck

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms in a bad shape. Elektrisity problems.
Very poor conditions. We complaind and switch rooms 3 times untill we find a clean one with no bad smell cacroches and a working ac. Payed half the price after complaing to the meneger.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Good location
This hotel must have been very lovely in its prime. Unfortunately it is in dire need of updating. The beds and furniture are very dated. The location however is fantastic and they have a beautiful beach and swimming pool on the property. The breakfast included was really good with a big selection.

8/10 Good

P, Liverpool, UK

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Amazing view is this hotel's main plus point
This hotel has really amazing views over the bay from every room and from the bar/restaurant areas. The hotel itself isn't the best we've ever stayed in, but with a view like that who cares? Quite dated and a very small bar etc., but the reason we went was for the view so we weren't disappointed!

8/10 Good

Eva

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We enjoyed our Holiday in this Hotel. You have a fantastic view over the whole(!) bay. Also the Beach is wonderful🤩. Clear Water and Sand. The bay is reserved for hotel guests. The Hotel and the Rooms are not so modern, more greek Standard. But we had all we needed. We also enjoyed the Kids Pool with our 2 years old son☺️. But there aren‘t more opportunities for children😕. There were 2 Restaurants, one of them Buffet with traditional Greek Food, and the other one at the Beach with a la carte Food. We were allowed to eat there 2 times in our Holiday there. There werd some ants on the floor in the Buffet Restaurant. The hotel Service and personal was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Zanoni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Bella Vacanza
Struttura esternamente un po' datata ma camera bella e pulita Fantastica la posizione, ambiente tranquillo e discreto. molto gentile lo staff, molto bene la pulizia
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Juliette

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ça va
Hotel tres beau, personnel sympathique mais chambre qui laisse à desirer. Elle ne vaut pas son prix.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

FLORENCE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cet établissement mériterait de mieux se valoriser sur les photos. En effet, nous avons été très agréablement surpris. Nous craignions un peu d'être dans une ambiance années 70. En réalité, les chambres sont spacieuses et très agréables. Les lits sont confortables. Deux bémols pour les chambres. 1/ les salles de bain sont vieillottes, exiguës et sombres. Un rénovation fera du bien. 2/ la connexion Wi-fi n'est absolument accessible dans les chambres. Autre point positif de l'établissement : sa conception des espaces, avec une restauration donnant directement sur terrasse en accès direct à la plage. La crique est privatisée par l’hôtel. Ceci est très agréable. En outre, l'espace piscine est très bien et adapté pour les enfants. Enfin, le personnel est adorable et s'efforce de parler anglais, français et probablement d'autres langues. Enfin, dernier point d'amélioration : la durée pour être servis à table. Visiblement, cela coince des cuisines... Globalement très satisfaits et nous recommandons.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

jean-luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Situation de cet hôtel exceptionnelle
Excellent séjour Très bonne situation Copieux dîner Personnel excessivement aimable Que du positif !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Philippe

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ça aurait pu être bien
Ça aurait pu être super... À chaque fois, il manque un petit truc pour que ça soit bien... Les lits sont grands mais inconfortables. Y a du WiFi mais ça porte pas. La plage est jolie mais sale. La salle de bain est microscopique obligé de s'asseoir en biais sur les toilettes dont la chasse d'eau ne fonctionne vraiment pas :juste un filet d'eau qui descend et ne remplit pas sa fonction.... Obligé d'aller aux toilettes communes et pas toujours nickel... Bref, sympa mais ça aurait pu être super. Heureusement, le personnel est vraiment gentil, ça a sauvé les meubles
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

ARNAUD

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Pénélope, 54

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hôtel très calme en hors saison
Le cadre splendide où se situe l'hôtel aide à faire oublier le peu de prestations offertes pendant les vacances de Toussaint. les resto et bar de plage sont fermés; les seules animations proposées sur une semaine ont été 4 cours de yoga, trois soirées bingo et une soirée piano bar. impossible de ne pas mentionner la demi pension qui n'offre même pas d'eau au petit déjeuner et au dîner! de plus très peu de variété et des plats cuisinés qui vous font retourner à vos années d'études tant cela fait penser aux cantines scolaires. quel dommage!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hotel bien placé pour visiter avec voiture, belles vues sur la mer. Hotel un peu vieillissant mais rapport qualité/prix intéressant (séjour en octobre).

6/10 Okay

rico, M

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bon emplacement de l'hôtel avec Vue magnifique
Chambre au confort très vétuste.le ménage de la chambre se résume à la réfection des lits et au changement des serviettes de bain .