Minos Palace Resort
Discover Minos Palace Resort & Suites, a 5-star resort exclusively for adults, located on a private peninsula near Agios Nikolaos. Enjoy the breathtaking panoramic view of the Aegean Sea and experience holistic wellbeing through elegant design and modern longevity philosophy.
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Wellness Escape
A soothing escape that allows body and mind to relax, creating space for regeneration, enjoyment, and Mediterranean ease.
- Use of the Infinity Pool, Bathrobe, and Slippers
- Use of Sun Loungers, Parasols, and Towels at the Private Beach
- Wi-Fi
Booking information
The hotel is closed from 28 November to 16 April 2026.
Transform - Longevity for Beginners
"Transform" is a three-day program designed as an inspiring introduction to your personal wellbeing journey. It combines modern diagnostics, targeted therapies, and individual care to pave the way for sustainable health and longevity.
- Individual Full Board According to Dietary Recommendations
- 1x Complete Metabolic Analysis with Macronutrient Optimization (Approx. 60 Min.)
- 1x Resting Metabolic Rate Measurement (30 Min.)
- 1x VO2 Max Test: Maximum Oxygen Uptake (30 Min.)
- 1x Biological Age Determination (15 Min.)
- 1x Heart Rate Variability Analysis (15 Min.)
- 1x Full Body Analysis (Body Composition) (30 Min.)
- 1x Balance & Strength Test (30 Min.)
- 3x Brain Gym Personal Training (Each 60 Min.)
- 2x (Each 15 Min.)
- 2x PBM Red Light Therapy (Each 30 Min.)
- 2x Vibroacoustic Session (Each 30 Min.)
- 1x Self-Mastery Session (60 Min.)
- 2x Functional Body Therapy (Each 60 Min.)
- 1x Wellbeing Body Treatment (60 Min.)
- 1x Facial Treatment (60 Min.)
- Access to NAO Longevity Spa with Infrared Sauna, Vitality Pool, Hot and Cold Plunge Pools
Additionally included for SpaDreams guests
- Use of the Infinity Pool, Bathrobe, and Slippers
- Use of Sun Loungers, Parasols, and Towels at the Private Beach
- Wi-Fi
Booking information
The program spans 3 days. Extension nights are available with full board and without treatments.
The hotel is closed from 28 November to 16 April 2026.
Self-Optimise - Your Path to Longevity
- Personalised Full Board According to Dietary Recommendations
- 1x DNA Health Analysis (60 Min.)
- 1x Comprehensive Metabolic Analysis with Individual Macronutrient Optimisation (60 Min.)
- 1x Resting Metabolic Rate Measurement (30 Min.)
- 1x Maximum Oxygen Uptake Test (30 Min.)
- Determination of Biological Age (15 Min.)
- 1x Heart Rate Variability Analysis (15 Min.)
- 1x Full Body Wellbeing Scan (30 Min.)
- 1x Balance & Strength Test (30 Min.)
- 3x Brain Gym Personal Training Sessions (60 Min. Each)
- 2x Sessions (15 Min. Each)
- 2x PBM Red Light Therapy Sessions (30 Min. Each)
- 2x Vibroacoustic Sessions (30 Min. Each)
- 1x Neuromodulation Session (30 Min.)
- 1x Self-Mastery Session (60 Min.)
- 2x Functional Body Therapy Sessions (60 Min. Each)
- 1x Wellbeing Body Treatment (60 Min.)
- 1x Facial Treatment (60 Min.)
- Access to the NAO Longevity Spa with Infrared Sauna, Vitality Pool, and Hot and Cold Plunge Pools
Additionally included for SpaDreams guests
- Use of the Infinity Pool, Bathrobe, and Slippers
- Use of Sun Loungers, Parasols, and Towels at the Private Beach
- Wi-Fi
Booking information
The programme spans 5 days. Extension nights are available with full board but without treatments.
The hotel is closed from 28 November to 16 April 2026.
Self-Master - Secrets of Longevity
Discover the secrets of longevity with this seven-day programme designed to empower you with control over all aspects of your health. Through comprehensive analysis and personalised interventions, gain profound insights into your individual ageing process based on epigenetics, while acquiring valuable tools and strategies to continue your journey towards greater vitality and well-being even after your stay.
- 1x Precision Health & Wellbeing Analysis (60 Min.)
- 1x DNA Transform Analysis (60 Min.)
- 1x Resting Metabolic Rate Measurement (30 Min.)
- 1x Maximum Oxygen Uptake Test (30 Min.)
- Determination of Biological Age (15 Min.)
- 1x Heart Rate Variability Analysis (15 Min.)
- 1x Full Body Wellbeing Analysis (30 Min.)
- 1x Balance & Strength Test (30 Min.)
- 1x Measurement of Antioxidant Capacity (Glutathione Levels) (15 Min.)
- 5x Brain Gym Personal Training Session (60 Min.)
- 2x Movement Group Session (45 Min.)
- 16x Wellbeing Technologies Treatment (30 Min.)
- 4x (15 Min.)
- 4x PBM Red Light Therapy (30 Min.)
- 2x Vibroacoustic Session (30 Min.)
- 4x Neuromodulation Session (30 Min.)
- 2x Intermittent Hypoxia-Hyperoxia Treatment (45 Min.)
- 3x Self-Mastery Session (60 Min.)
- 2x Functional Body Therapy (60 Min.)
- 1x Wellbeing Body Treatment (60 Min.)
- 1x Wellbeing Body Treatment (120 Min.)
- 1x Facial Treatment (60 Min.)
- Access to the NAO Longevity Spa with Infrared Sauna, Vitality Pool, Hot and Cold Plunge Pools
Additionally included for SpaDreams guests
- Use of the Infinity Pool, Bathrobe, and Slippers
- Use of Sun Loungers, Parasols, and Towels at the Private Beach
- Wi-Fi
Booking information
The programme spans 7 days. Extension nights are available with full board but without treatments.
The hotel is closed from 28 November to 16 April 2026.
Longevity Pro - Longevity for Professionals
- Customised Full Board According to Dietary Recommendations
- 1x Precision Health and Wellbeing Analysis (60 Min.)
- 1x DNA Transform Analysis (60 Min.)
- 1x Resting Metabolic Rate Measurement (30 Min.)
- 1x Maximum Oxygen Uptake Test (30 Min.)
- 1x Biological Age Determination (15 Min.)
- 1x Heart Rate Variability Analysis (15 Min.)
- 1x Full Body Wellbeing Analysis (30 Min.)
- 1x Balance & Strength Test (30 Min.)
- 1x Antioxidant Capacity Measurement (Glutathione Levels) (15 Min.)
- 10x Brain Gym Personal Training (60 Min.)
- 5x Movement Group Session (45 Min.)
- 34x "Wellbeing Technologies" Treatments (30 Min.)
- 7x (15 Min.)
- 7x PBM Red Light Therapy (30 Min.)
- 6x Vibroacoustic Session (30 Min.)
- 10x Neuromodulation Session (30 Min.)
- 4x Intermittent Hypoxia-Hyperoxia Treatment (45 Min.)
- 6x Self-Mastery Session (60 Min.) such as Breathing Exercises, Meditation or HRV Training
- 4x Functional Body Therapy (60 Min.)
- 2x Wellbeing Body Treatment (60 Min.)
- 1x Wellbeing Body Treatment (120 Min.)
- 1x Facial Treatment (60 Min.)
- 1x "High Tech" Facial Treatment (90 Min.)
- Access to the NAO Longevity Spa with Infrared Sauna, Vitality Pool, Hot and Cold Plunge Pools
Additionally included for SpaDreams guests
- Use of the Infinity Pool, Bathrobe, and Slippers
- Use of Sun Loungers, Parasols, and Towels at the Private Beach
- Wi-Fi
Booking information
The program spans 14 days.
The hotel is closed from 28 November to 16 April 2026.
Minos Palace Resort in Detail
Your Wellness Resort
The Minos Palace Resort presents itself as a retreat for discerning adults who value style, privacy, and comprehensive relaxation. Located on an almost private peninsula, surrounded by Mediterranean nature and with spectacular views over the Aegean Sea, the hotel offers a combination of luxurious ambiance and health-conscious concept. The architecture and decor incorporate natural materials and soft colours - clear, modern, yet cosy. The spa and wellness area is an integral part of the offering and stands for wellbeing at the highest level. The facility is compact yet luxurious, ideal for couples or solo travellers who appreciate peace and style.
Location & Surroundings
The resort is quietly located on a peninsula near the town of Agios Nikolaos, in the east of Crete. Just a few minutes separate the hotel from the charming town centre with taverns, boutiques, and cafes. Thanks to its exposed location, guests enjoy fantastic views of the Mirabello Bay from almost every point of the facility.
Dining & Leisure
At Minos Palace Resort & Suites, wellbeing is a fixed part of the culinary concept. Vitalising dishes are created from fresh, seasonal ingredients, served amidst a natural setting with sea views. The "amar" restaurant combines Mediterranean recipes with modern culinary art right on the beach, while the "mom" restaurant offers all-day à la carte and buffet options for conscious enjoyment. At the "nama" Pool Bar, guests can expect creative cocktails from "Baba au Rum", one of the World's 50 Best Bars, and the "mosa" Beach Bar entices with drinks and sea views in a relaxed atmosphere. Under the motto "Dine your way", guests enjoy exclusive dinners - whether romantic on the beach, in the garden, or completely private.
Wellness & Spa
The expansive 1,300 sqm NAO Longevity Spa is the centrepiece of the Minos Palace Resort & Suites, embodying a holistic wellness concept for the new generation. Here, science meets mindfulness to foster sustainable regeneration, vitality, and a conscious life in harmony with body and mind. Access only with booked programme.
The spa landscape spans two levels and includes eight treatment rooms, consultation rooms, a meditation zone, and both indoor and outdoor relaxation areas. Innovative therapy rooms featuring photobiomodulation, vibroacoustic beds, and a cryo chamber enhance the offerings. The wellness area also features an infrared sauna, vitality pool, hot and cold plunge pools, and a unique "Emotional Tunnel" that intensifies the sensory experience.
This concept is rounded off with bespoke longevity programmes, soothing massages, beauty and anti-aging treatments, and a focus on holistic health. The NAO Spa is much more than a traditional wellness area - it is a place where cutting-edge science and Mediterranean ease merge into an extraordinary wellbeing experience.
Health & Longevity - The NAO Method
At the heart of Minos Palace Resort & Suites lies the NAO Wellbeing & Longevity Hub, dedicated to promoting health, vitality, and longevity. Inspired by the Greek word "nao" - "to flow" - the concept combines ancient healing knowledge with the latest findings in modern longevity research. The goal is to bring the body, mind, and cells into a state of sustainable balance and actively extend health.
The scientifically based NAO Method rests on four central pillars: nutrition, sleep, exercise, and self-development. Through precise diagnostics, biometric analyses, and tailored programs, natural regeneration processes are stimulated, cellular metabolism is optimized, and vitality is strengthened from within.
Here, scientific precision and mindfulness merge into a holistic health approach that goes beyond prevention and deliberately slows down the natural aging process. In the NAO Hub, longevity means not just living longer, but living more consciously, healthily, and fulfilled.
The result is a sustainable feeling of clarity, energy, and well-being - and the opportunity to integrate the newly acquired knowledge and routines into everyday life. Thus, a stay at Minos Palace Resort becomes a turning point towards greater quality of life, inner balance, and long-term health.
Fitness & Courses
Active guests will find a modern gym equipped with top-notch facilities, along with daily activities such as yoga, pilates, or stretching. Additionally, a tennis court, water sports options (e.g., kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkelling), and a bicycle rental service are available.
Pool Area
The Infinity Pool with its panoramic view is the highlight of the stay - perched above the Aegean Sea with a spectacular outlook.
Free Time
Minos Palace Resort & Suites offers numerous opportunities to make your holiday active, enjoyable, and inspiring. Guests can delve into the Mediterranean culinary world through cooking and mixology classes or a wine tasting, or enjoy unique experiences like floating dining or stylish in-room dining. Musical evenings with live DJ sets create a relaxed atmosphere at sunset.
Those wishing to explore the surroundings can participate in boat trips, diving and snorkelling tours, or hikes through impressive gorges. Visits to traditional mountain villages, the island of Spinalonga, or the charming Agios Nikolaos offer authentic insights into the culture and lifestyle of Crete. The programme is complemented by sustainable environmental activities, wine tours, and inspiring workshops in the hotel's own vegetable garden - for unforgettable experiences that enrich body, mind, and soul alike.
Getting There
Nearby Airports
Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER): (aprox. 62 km / 57 minutes)
Round-trip transfer for a fee per vehicle 238 €
Alternatively, SpaDreams recommends renting a car.
Additional information
Hotel rooms at a glance
The 122 stylish rooms, suites, and bungalows are elegant, flooded with light, and designed in warm natural tones. High-quality materials and clean lines ensure a modern feel-good atmosphere. Many accommodations have a terrace or balcony with sea view, some suites have a private or shared pool. Single rooms are double rooms for single use.