CARAMEL A GRECOTEL RESORT TO LIVE 5*

A luxurious and charming boutique resort on the northern coast of Crete, Caramel combines the island's timeless heritage with effortless sophistication. Surrounded by lush gardens and overlooking a pristine stretch of golden sand, it embodies the charm of Rethymno's aristocratic past while embracing the island's contemporary lifestyle. With its distinctive retro glamour, warm hospitality, and refined elegance, Caramel is a seaside paradise where every moment feels intimate, authentic, and beautifully tranquil.
The beach sparkles with caramel sand and crystal clear water and is also home to graceful sea turtles. Guests can enjoy beach towels, showers, changing rooms, umbrellas, and luxurious sun loungers, with beach service available daily from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
At the heart of the resort is a stunning 700 m² seawater pool with hydromassage, reflecting the colors of the rainbow. Sun loungers with soft mattresses, umbrellas, towels, and showers make it an irresistible place to relax in the sun.

Region: Crete

Category: 5* Stars

Hotel Chains: Grecotel Hotels & Resorts

Accommodations
Meals
Facilities
Location

Accommodations

The CARAMEL A GRECOTEL RESORT TO LIVE hotel has 67 rooms.
Suites in the main building, suites in bungalows, maisonettes, villas: each one is unique and creates a cozy and comfortable atmosphere.

SUITES, BUNGALOWS & VILLAS
  • Caramel Junior Suite
-Room size: 40 m2
-Accommodates: 2 guests
  • Junior Suite Private Garden
-Room size: 40 m2
-Accommodates: 3 guests
  • Junior Suite Sea View
-Room size: 28-35 m2
-Accommodates: 2 guests
  • Family Suite Main House
-Room size: 50 m2
-Accommodates: 4 guests
  • Deluxe Bungalow Suite
-Room size: 50-55 m2
-Accommodates: 3 guests
  • Deluxe Bungalow Suite Private Pool
-Room size: 50-55 m2
-Accommodates: 3 guests
  • Caramel Maisonette
-Room size: 45 m2
-Accommodates: 3 guests
  • Caramel Suite
-Room size: 50 m2
-Accommodates: 2 guests
  • 2 Bedroom Caramel Villa Private Pool
-Room size: 65 m2
-Accommodates: 5 guests
  • 2 Bedroom Caramel Villa
-Room size: 80 m2
-Accommodates: 5 guests
  • 2 Bedroom Beach Villa Seafront
-Room size: 75 m2
-Accommodates: 5 guests
  • 3 Bedroom Villa Private Pool & Garden
-Room size: 125 m2
-Accommodates: 7 guests
  • 3 Bedroom Luxury Villa with Direct Access to the Beach
-Room size: 105 m2
-Accommodates: 8 guests
  • 3 Bedroom Beach Villa Private Pool
-Room size: 135 m2
-Accommodates: 7 guests
  • 4 Bedroom Beach Villa Seafront
-Room size: 165 m2
-Accommodates: 9 guests

Room amenities:
-Mini-bar
-Complimentary tea and coffee making facilities
-In-room safe
-Laundry service
-Pets not allowed
-Luxury beds and bedding
-Hairdryer
-Bathrobes and slippers
-Complimentary Wi-Fi
-Satellite TV
-24-hour WhatsApp concierge

Meals

-HB - Half Board
-All Inclusive

RESTAURANTS & BARS
  • CARAMEL THE RESTAURANT
Visit the open kitchen, try the exquisite buffet with a variety of inspiring flavors, fitness dishes, and the Cretan corner with traditional products and local herbal teas. Dinner includes a wide selection of hot and cold buffet dishes, fresh farm salads, cheeses, and tempting desserts. Enjoy Mediterranean, vegetarian, and international cuisine.
  • GOURMET A LA CARTE RESTAURANT
Indulge in fresh fish and succulent seafood in the open-air dining area. From authentic Greek spaghetti with lobster to mouthwatering Mediterranean dishes, the Gourmet a la carte restaurant offers a new culinary experience in Rethymno.
  • CONFETTI POOL LOUNGES
Throughout the day, a variety of delicious Greek and international dishes, snacks, sandwiches, and salads made with fresh farm produce are served, prepared exclusively with Agreco products. Children can enjoy delicious ice cream, fresh juices, and milkshakes. Special menus are available for children.
  • PANTHER RESTAURANT & LOBBY BAR
Impressive lounges and terraces with stunning views of the pool create the perfect setting to relax and enjoy your favorite cocktails, delicious coffee, and local herbal teas.
  • AGRECO FARM TAVERNA
Experience the best of traditional Cretan cuisine with a carefully curated seasonal menu, prepared with fresh farm produce sourced directly from the farm's garden.
  • BY THE BEACH
Relax to the soft rhythms of lounge music and sample creative cocktails on Caramel's private beach, where golden sunsets merge with the Cretan Sea.
  • PRIVATE DINING
Create your own unforgettable dinner experience—by candlelight, serenaded by music, and surrounded by beautiful surroundings. Whether on the beach, by the pool, or in a villa, each event will be organized according to the tastes and occasion of the guests.

ALL-INCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE
-Complimentary breakfast at Caramel The Restaurant, featuring everything from a lavish American buffet to exclusive à la carte dishes and local delicacies.
-A varied buffet lunch at Pool Restaurant, serving international and local cuisine.
-For dinner, enjoy international and local cuisine at Caramel The Restaurant or choose from three à la carte restaurants, including dinner at one of the selected local restaurants.
-Unlimited selection of branded wines, cocktails, and beverages throughout the day
-Enjoy light snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, and signature cocktails on a lounge chair by the pool or on the beach
-The room features a minibar with wine, beer, and soft drinks, which is replenished daily, as well as an espresso machine and a kettle.
-Young guests can take part in the “Farmer for a Day” program—a hands-on experience and an unforgettable adventure.

Facilities

In the rooms
-Air conditioning
-Exclusive cosmetics in the bathroom
-Balcony/terrace
-Shower/WC
-Hair dryer
-Bathrobes
-Slippers
-Scales
-Telephone
-Flat-screen TV
-Satellite channels
-DVD player
-Refrigerator
-Minibar
-Safe
-Tea/coffee making facilities
-Beach bag with towels

Pool
-1 large landscaped pool with seawater jacuzzi (700 m², illuminated in the evening)
-Designer sun loungers
-Sun terraces
-Lily pad-shaped sun loungers in the water
-Parasols
-Beach towels – free of charge

SPA and wellness
-Elixir SPA salon
-Fitness room
-Sauna
-Outdoor jacuzzi
-Massages
-Therapy
-Body and facial treatments
-Beauty salon
-Ayurveda at the neighboring Creta Palace hotel (free shuttle)

Infrastructure
-Wi-Fi internet throughout the hotel (free)
-Internet corner
-SunStore souvenir boutique
-Mini-market
-Doctor on call – 24 hours a day (for a fee)

Sports and entertainment
Free of charge:
-Morning exercises
-Aerobics, water gymnastics
-Stretching
-Table tennis
For a fee at neighboring Grecotel hotels:
-Water sports and PADI diving center
-Tennis
-Spa
-Fitness
-Mountain bike center
-Live music, entertainment shows, and much more

For children
-Free of charge: cots, washbasin stand, bottle warmers, bottle sterilizer, electric kettle, high chairs (only in restaurants)
-For a fee: strollers (cane), changing mats, potties and seats, baby baths, portable baby seats, baby monitors.
-Grecoland Kids Club (for children aged 4 to 12 at certain times, playground, games, competitions, and much more.
-GrecoTeens: (for teenagers aged 13-17) from mid-June to mid-September

Beach
-The hotel is located on a 300 m long sandy and pebble beach.
-The beach has been awarded the European Blue Flag.
-Umbrellas, sun loungers, and beach towels are free of charge.
-The beach is equipped with white tents (free for all villas).
-Beach service is available from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Location

CARAMEL A GRECOTEL RESORT TO LIVE is located:
-79 km from Heraklion International Airport
-70 km from Chania International Airport
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