Address: Dimokratias Street, Hersonissos, Crete 700 14 Read more: The best hotels in Corfu for all-inclusive ... Back on the north coast, not far beyond Rethymnon, lies this classier-than-average ...

The north and east coasts are busiest, the south is much more sleepy; and whatever vibe you're seeking, these are the Crete hotels to know ... Beach (one of Crete's best), guests can dash here ...

The result - as befits a member of Design Hotels - is supremely stylish ... being the closest big resort to Balos Beach (one of Crete's best), guests can dash here to enjoy it before busloads ...