An adults-exclusive summer experience, pure luxury springs to mind when thinking of Paralos Lifestyle Beach. A stylish collection of 148 rooms and luxury suites exclusively designed and surrounded by a sparkling set of swimming pools. Perfectly located on the sandy beach of Amoudara on Crete’s northern coastline, expect bespoke services, a welcome glass of fizz, inspired cuisine, attentive poolside waiter services and relaxing luxurious daybeds. The perfect balance between sophistication and indulgence. An invitation to a premium-quality holiday.

Just 7km from Heraklion Airport and 4km from Heraklion city, submerge in a unique holiday oasis filled with tranquillity overlooking the beautiful beach with crystal clear blue waters. Paralos Lifestyle Beach Hotel takes summer wellness to the next level with an array of modern facilities and impeccable, friendly service.

Paralos Lifestyle Beach Highlights:

Perfectly located on the sandy blue flag beach of Amoudara.

2 outdoor swimming pools and swim-up rooms available from just £166pp.

Located just 4km from Heraklion City Centre and near to local attractions.

Perfect for foodies with a buffet restaurant, a seaside restaurant and beach bar.

ROOM FACILITIES

Balcony or Terrace

Free internet access in common areas, rooms and suites

Coffee & Tea Facilities refillable daily

Nespresso Machine | Two complimentary capsules refillable daily

Bottle of Water (Complimentary upon arrival)

Safe Deposit Box

42″ LCD Satellite TV

En suite Bathroom with walk-in shower

Bath Amenities

Beach Towels

Hair Dryer

Individual Air Condition

Mini Fridge

Complimentary 15 min Massage of your choice per room

Laundry, ironing & dry cleaning services (Extra charge)

Indulge in sophisticated Mediterranean gastronomy, inspirational wines and elaborate cocktails at an elegant backdrop.

We believe that a well-rounded cultural experience in Crete includes delving deeper into its cuisine and wine.

Designed by award-winning Greek kitchen maestro Giannis Baxevanis, our restaurants feature Cretan and Mediterranean dishes, created with carefully selected locally grown, seasonal produce, fresh meat and fish and cooked exclusively with extra virgin olive oil. We partner with certified organic producers and sustainable farmers to introduce a fresh and healthy cuisine to our guests.

Freshness and creativity are also in our smoothies, artisanal cocktails, snacks and finger food. We appreciate good wine, so we have carefully curated a list of exceptional Cretan and Greek etiquettes. After a day exploring the sunny corners of Crete, enjoy a wine of your choice or a signature cocktail in the relaxing ambience of Paralos Lifestyle Beach.

Each stay comes with a complimentary Dine Fine option.

You will also find vegetarian and vegan options in all our restaurants for wholesome energy boosts throughout the day.

Peacefulness and well-being are the cornerstones of Paralos Lifestyle Beach Hotel designed for lasting holiday memories -peppered throughout with moments of pure energy and joy.

Flanked by an award-winning beach and within a short distance from a wealth of natural and ancient monuments, Paralos Lifestyle offers myriad choices for an indelible summer experience.

Whether you opt for a day of poolside contemplation, or adrenaline-pumping water sports, sun-dappled spots for fun activities are aplenty. Soothe your spirit with a lazy afternoon spent in your private sun deck, dive into dreamy Mediterranean waters on the hotel’s Blue Flag-awarded beach or explore the vast range of beaches scattered across the island’s north coast for a full-blown Cretan experience.

From fitness to foodie treats, precious holiday pleasures abound at the resort. Join a revitalising yoga session, relax with a soothing massage from our experts, or discover Crete’s succulent homespun dishes in stylish restaurants with ample views of the Mediterranean. Come nightfall; the scenic Ammos beach bar is the place to be for fun-loving music enthusiasts and cocktail connoisseurs alike.

Paralos Lifestyle Beach is also ideally located for quick escapes around the storied Greek island of Crete. Within minutes you will be transported to the heart of Heraklion, a city jam-packed with impressive museums, shops, cafes, timeless monuments and contemporary culture. Look a little further, and a world of wonder awaits -from glimpses into legendary ancient palaces to strolls around Lilliputian mountainous villages, the history, myths, and flavours of Crete unfold less than an hour from the resort.

Be sure to ask our friendly staff for the tailor-made tours they can organise for you at the reception. Whether you pick a sun-bleached excursion to the island’s most-photographed sights, or a sailing trip to a secluded natural oasis, your dream holiday starts right here.

Paralos Lifestyle Beach

108-110 Andrea Papandreou Street

71414 Amoudara, Heraklion, Crete Greece

T 2810 310500

E info@lifestyleresort.gr

MHTE 1108103

FACILITIES & SERVICES

Paralos Lifestyle Beach boasts a complete luxury experience that boosts your energy and well-being. Relax and let us pamper you.

Whether it’s the private sunbeds of your Swim Up Suite, the inviting sunken lounge in our main swimming pool, or the sun loungers with breathtaking views of the Cretan Sea at Ammos Beach Bar, there’s a wealth of enticing options to choose from.

If you prefer to recharge your batteries with an outdoor workout, why not join our Yoga sessions in front of the sandy beach during the sunrise or an invigorating Pilates and stretch class at our brand-new outdoor fitness area.

There’s a range of fitness activities on offer, including private sessions with our in-house personal trainer. After a full-body workout, a therapeutic massage by our certified therapist awaits you. Don’t miss your complimentary 15-minute massage.

Free WiFi access across the resort’s common areas, rooms and suites, and tablets upon request also help you get the work done from the comfort of your Bali bed.

Our concierge team will make sure you have everything you need to start the day full of energy. After long hours exploring the fabled beauty and history of Crete under the Greek sun, there’ll be a wonderfully comfortable sanctuary to retreat to.

HOTEL FACILITIES

Reception | Concierge 24/7

Lobby – TV Room

2 Outdoor Swimming Pools

1 Main Restaurant

1 A la carte restaurant

1 Beach snack bar & a la carte menu

1 Bar

8 Sharing Pools

1 Outdoor Fitness Area

Beauty Centre | Massage, Face & Body Treatments available (Extra charge)

Beach Sunbeds, Umbrellas, Gazebos (Beach bar minimum consumption required)

Luggage room

No pets allowed

SERVICES

Express check-in & check-out service (Upon request)

Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet throughout the hotel

Currency Exchange

Luggage transport service

Wakeup call service

Room service

Beach & Pool service

Car rental

Doctor on call (Extra charge)

Free parking service in an adjacent parking area

Transfer from/to the central harbour and Airport (Extra charge)

All major Credit Cards are accepted

Laundry, ironing and dry cleaning services (Extra charge)

Pillow Menu | Ironing Facilities | Smart Scale (Service provided for certain room types)

Paralos Lifestyle Beach

Destination: 108-110 Andrea Papandreou Street Ammoudara, Crete

PO: 71414

Country category: 4 Stars

Latitude: 35.335910

Longitude: 25.071562

Hotel surface size:  10000 sqm

Number of buildings: 11

Number of floors per building: 1-2

GIATA code: 693262

Contact Details:
Paralos Lifestyle Beach

Website: https://www.lifestyleresort.gr/
Telephone: 2810 310500

Email: info@lifestyleresort.gr

LOCATION

Paralos Lifestyle Beach is a modern hotel boasting a prime seafront location right on the long Blue Flag-awarded beach of Amoudara. It is approximately 14 km from Heraklion’s international airport and 7km from Heraklion port.

Ammoudara is a lively, well inhabited area which offers a variety of shopping and entertainment options just a stone’s through from the hotel’s entrance.

Heraklion city center is to be reached 15 min by bus and the bus stop is in walking distance to the hotel.

INTRODUCTION

An adults-only haven of luxury, surrounded by stunning pools and the scenic Cretan Sea. Guests experience attentive services, elevated gastronomy, upscale wines and drinks and unmatched relaxation amid elegant, nature-blending interiors. Paralos Lifestyle Beach promises an unforgettable fusion of indulgence, exceptional cuisine and a serene atmosphere, with every detail designed for a premium stay.

BASIC INFORMATION AT A GLANCE

• Adults only (from 16 years old)
• Perfect vacation for couples
• Directly on the beach (sandy beach, awarded with Blue Flag)
• 14 km from Heraklion airport
• 7 km from Heraklion port
• 15 minutes’ drive from the center of Heraklion
• Lively area
• 148 rooms
• 7 room types
• luggage room
• 2 outdoor freshwater swimming pools
• 8 communal pools for wet rooms & swim up rooms
• 4 Double Wet Rooms
• 25 Swim-Up Double Rooms
• 12 Junior Suites Swim-Up
• Wifi included in all common areas and rooms
• 24 hours reception
• Half Board
• Extensive Buffet at Breakfast and Dinner
• Separate “Healthy Breakfast” buffet
• À la carte restaurant “Armonia” with sea view
• Ammos Beach Bar (extra charge)
• Sunbeds and Gazebos at the pool
• Sunbeds and Gazebos on the beach (min consumption)
• Romantic Dining Pavilion on the Beach (extra charge)
• Extensive fitness program with yoga on the beach
• Outdoor gym
• New indoor fitness area with Matrix equipment
• Massage/Beauty Services (extra charge)
• Free public parking in 200 meters
• Doctor on call (extra charge)

DESCRIPTION

Paralos Lifestyle Beach is an Adults-Only hotel (from 16 years old), which impresses with its blue and white, subtly boho design with high-quality furnishing. In addition to the 148 rooms spread over 11 buildings, the hotel has a 24-hour reception, lobby with bar, TV area and a main restaurant. Wi-Fi is included throughout the complex. In the well-kept outdoor areas, there are two freshwater swimming pools with a sun terrace and 8 smaller communal pools for the swim up and wet rooms. Relax on spacious Bali beds or the loungers by and in the pool. In addition to the main buffet restaurant, this resort offers excellent cuisine at the a la carte restaurant “Armonia”, where you can spend a culinary-quality evening. The “Ammos” beach bar with drinks and snacks (for a fee) is available to guests. Sun loungers, Bali beds and parasols are included at the pool. The ones on the beach, are included for a minimum consumption (of €4) in drinks and snack. Guests receive bath towels free of charge. Public parking spaces close to the hotel are free and are subject to availability.

ACCOMMODATION

Standard Double Room is approx. 16 m2; with garden view. Ideal for 2 persons, it’s equipped with 1 double bed (also available for Single use)

Plus Double Room is approx. 17 m2; with city or pool view. Ideal for 2 persons, it’s equipped with 1 double bed or twin beds (also available for Single use)

Plus Double Room Swim Up is approx. 17 m2. Ideal for 2 persons, it’s equipped with 1 double bed or twin beds. In addition, it provides direct access to a sharing pool & a sun deck with sunbeds, bathrobe, pillow menu

Wet Double Room is approx. 18 m2. Ideal for 2 persons, it’s equipped with 1 double bed or twin beds. In addition, it provides direct access to a sharing shallow plunge pool (45 cm depth) with Bali beds, pillow menu, ironing facilities, Smart scale, bathrobes, evening turndown service & mini bar (extra charge)

Superior Double Room is approx. 25 m2; with pool or garden view; it consists of an open-plan bedroom with a sitting area. It’s equipped with 1 double bed or twin beds

Junior Suite Front Sea View is approx. 25 m2; it consists of an open- plan bedroom with a sitting area. Ideal for 2 persons, it’s equipped with 1 double bed or twin beds. In addition, it provides direct access to a sharing pool, a sun deck with sunbeds, pillow menu, ironing facilities & smart scale

Junior Suite Swim Up is approx. 25 m2; it consists of an open-plan bedroom with a sitting area. Ideal for 2 persons, it’s equipped with 1 double bed or twin beds. In addition, it provides direct access to a sharing pool, a sun deck with sunbeds, bathrobe, pillow menu, ironing facilities & smart scale

STANDARD ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES & SERVICES

All accommodation units provide as standard the following:

• individual air-conditioning/heating (free)
• Wi-Fi (free)
• direct-dial telephone
• safety deposit box (free)
• 43-inch LCD TV (with satellite channels)
• mini fridge
• coffee & tea facilities (daily refill)
• Nespresso machine (2 complimentary capsules restocked daily, extra charge for additional capsules)
• shower/WC
• hairdryer
• slippers
• bathroom amenities
• pool/beach towels
• balcony/French balcony/terrace
• maid service (daily)
• towel change (daily)
• linen change (3 times per week)
• laundry service (extra charge)
• 1 bottle of water (upon arrival only)
• complimentary sparkling wine (only for honeymooners upon arrival)
• complimentary wine (only for birthdays & anniversaries)

GASTRONOMY

At Paralos Lifestyle Beach awaits you an unforgettable, elevated, yet authentic gastronomical experience. And all that right on the beach or by the numerous pristine pools.

Since 2021 the hotel collaborates with the famous Greek chef Giannis Baxevanis, who curates the menus carefully. The hotel only uses high quality, local Cretan and Greek products to offer the best of the healthy and delicious Cretan cuisine to its guests.

In the main restaurant, awaits you a luscious buffet with different show cooking stations and an excellent selection of delicious dishes both at breakfast and dinner. Guests can also choose to enjoy a nourishing, healthy breakfast buffet in the “Armonia” restaurant.

Once per full 7 days, dinner at the a la carte restaurant “Armonia” is included (reservation required).

Lunch a la carte is available at the Ammos beach bar, offering a wide variety of delicious Greek snacks and dishes and can also be ordered as room service.

Special diet meals (gluten-free & lactose-free) available on request before arrival. Dress Code for dinner is smart casual.

Half Board:

• Main Restaurant: Early continental breakfast buffet (07:00-07:30)
• Main Restaurant: Breakfast is full extensive buffet (07:30-10:30)
• Armonia Restaurant: Healthy breakfast buffet (08:00-10:30)
• Armonia Restaurant: Late continental breakfast (10:30-11:00)
• Main Restaurant: Dinner is buffet with show cooking (18:30-21:30)
• Armonia Restaurant: One (1) complimentary a la carte dinner (19:00-22:00) per stay (reservation required at least 1 day in advance)
• Optional lunch basket on request 24 hours in advance with extra charge
• Room service (10:30-17:30, extra charge)
• Floating breakfast (extra charge, upon request)

BARS

• Lobby Bar
• Ammos Beach Bar (10:00-01:00, with a la carte menu from 10:30-17:30, extra charge)

ENTERTAINMENT

• Daytime activities (free of charge, 6 times per week: yoga, cross circuit, Pilates & boot camp sessions)
• Evening entertainment (live event: DJ sessions, live music band or Greek night)

WELLNESS

• 15-minute massage of choice (free, per room & per stay)
• massage gazebo (charges apply, on request)
• beauty & facial treatment gazebo (charges apply, on request)
• beauty centre (charges apply, appointment required)
• massage treatments (charges apply, appointment required)
• hairdresser (charges apply, on request)
• manicure & pedicure (charges apply, on request)
• personal trainer (charges apply, on request)
• private yoga/cross circuit/Pilates sessions (charges apply, on request)

SPORTS

• outdoor fitness area        with calisthenics equipment
• fitness program (by a certified trainer, 6 days per week, subject to weather conditions)
• table tennis
• watersports (with extra charge at the beach by an offsite third party: pedaloes, canoes)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• The operation of certain services & facilities is subject to weather conditions
• Pets are not allowed
• Check In: 14:00
• Check out 12:00, Late check-out subject to availability and upon request on site (for a fee)

PAYMENT METHODS

• Visa
• MasterCard
• Cash

SUSTAINABILITY

Sustainability Awards of 2024:

• Green Key
• Blue Flag
• Travellife
• Cretan Taste
• ISO 14001