Grecotel Meli Palace
Sissi
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“The staff were exceptionally friendly, attentive and accommodating, always on ha…”
“Separately we would like to thank all the staff who ensure our comfort”
“The hotel's location is exactly what we were looking for - peaceful and secluded…”
“The area is very quiet, with a private beach and a view of the sunset”
“Our room was simple, clean and had everything we needed, though we barely spent …”
“Cleanliness Staff’s attentiveness and care The grounds and proximity to everythi…”
“A couple of small suggestions: the rooms could use a bit of renovation as they f…”
“The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was nice”
“There was enough space at the swimming pool and on the beach”
“You have the choice of pool and beech and you can even walk to the two towns on …”
“But if you value tranquility and beautiful surroundings, you’ll love it here”
“For the price, Meli Palace will be hard to beat”
Overview
Situated on a private, sandy beach, 2 km from Sissi village, the all-inclusive Grecotel Meli Palace features 2 restaurants, 2 tennis courts and a pool. The elegant rooms have furnished balconies overlooking the Cretan Sea or the gardens. Featuring light colours in earthy tones and modern furnishings, the air-conditioned rooms at the Meli Palace include a seating area with a satellite TV. Toiletries and a hairdryer are provided. Melissa Restaurant serves an American breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner. Guests can dine on the terrace overlooking the sea. Juices and drinks are provided at the beach bar or at the indoor lounge bar. A kids’ pool is available for younger guests while children’s and teens clubs offer organized activities. Canoes and pedal boats can be supplied. Free Wi-Fi access is possible at the lobby area. The multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can arrange tours to the Minoan Palace of Knossos or to the nearby ancient Palace of Malia. Crete Golf Club is a 15-minute drive. Free private parking is provided on site.
Traveller reviews
Olena
couple
June 7, 2026
“Beautiful nature, peaceful and secluded location, delicious food, entertainment, and friendly staff”
The hotel's location is exactly what we were looking for - peaceful and secluded, away from the bustle of other hotels and restaurants. There is also a pleasant walking path along the coastline. The hotel has its own beach, which was a real highlight. The staff were exceptionally friendly, attentive and accommodating, always on hand with information or assistance whenever we needed it. The food was delicious and the variety impressive, with dining available from early morning until late evening across the main restaurant, beach bar and hotel bar. The facilities were excellent. There was enough space at the swimming pool and on the beach. The pool water was a perfect temperature and refreshingly free of harsh chemicals. The pool itself is large and deep. There is also a separate children's pool nearby. The hotel runs a daily activities program including aqua aerobics, yoga, water polo, darts and more. There is a tennis court and table tennis, with equipment provided by the hotel. There is also lively evening entertainment, with performances by local and international artists. Our room was simple, clean and had everything we needed, though we barely spent any time there. We had a truly wonderful stay at the Grecotel Meli Palace and will definitely be back.
Doris
family_with_children
May 31, 2026
“Stunning views of the mountains and seas.”
Cleanliness Staff’s attentiveness and care The grounds and proximity to everything
Modesta
solo_traveller
May 12, 2026
“Wonderful place”
The stay at the hotel was wonderful. The area is very quiet, with a private beach and a view of the sunset. We got a room with a view of the mountains and palm trees, there was no noise from the hotel, we go to bed early, so we could rest well. and in the morning the bushes chirped from the birds. The beds are comfortable, the rooms are clean, although it is visible that the hotel is used a lot and is not very new. used, but also loved. The food is fresh, fragrant and very tasty. Separately we would like to thank all the staff who ensure our comfort. and the people who meet, carry suitcases, clean every morning, sweep, mow the grass, cook, bake, pour wine and clean sauce stains from the serving tables. and thank the yoga teacher and the animator! Thank you very much, we will definitely want to come back.
Olha
couple
January 19, 2026
A genuinely good hotel where you immediately feel at home — or as if you’ve come to visit family or close friends. The staff are extremely polite, positive, and always ready to help with any request, yet never intrusive. Nothing disturbs your relaxation here. The food and service are absolutely 10 out of 10. The location was perfect for us — peaceful and surrounded by nature. If you prefer lively nightlife, cafes, bars, and parties, this isn’t the place for you. But if you value tranquility and beautiful surroundings, you’ll love it here. A couple of small suggestions: the rooms could use a bit of renovation as they feel a little tired, and while the mattress is quite soft (which I personally liked), others might prefer something firmer. It’s also a pity that smoking is allowed on the balconies — though that’s common in many hotels. Overall, I can say one thing: I truly recommend this place!
Mischa-Lara
family_with_children
November 5, 2025
“Stunning and relaxing !!”
The location in its own private little bay is just perfect! The hotel is not overly large either which again makes it a wonderful place, for all. You have the choice of pool and beech and you can even walk to the two towns on either side. Staff where incredibly kind and welcoming!
Guest
couple
October 6, 2025
A genuinely good hotel where you immediately feel at home — or as if you’ve come to visit family or close friends. The staff are extremely polite, positive, and always ready to help with any request, yet never intrusive. Nothing disturbs your relaxation here. The food and service are absolutely 10 out of 10. The location was perfect for us — peaceful and surrounded by nature. If you prefer lively nightlife, cafes, bars, and parties, this isn’t the place for you. But if you value tranquility and beautiful surroundings, you’ll love it here. A couple of small suggestions: the rooms could use a bit of renovation as they feel a little tired, and while the mattress is quite soft (which I personally liked), others might prefer something firmer. It’s also a pity that smoking is allowed on the balconies — though that’s common in many hotels. Overall, I can say one thing: I truly recommend this place!
James
family_with_children
October 6, 2025
All the staff very good from the moment you arrive food very good nice pool and private beach and nice areas just to sit and relax
Jill
couple
October 5, 2025
“Excellent value with very attentive staff”
The staff were, without exception, friendly and helpful. There was a good variety of food, lots of fresh vegetables/salads and fruit. The hotel was spotlessly clean - in side and out. The garden area was pretty and well tended.
wadey
family_with_children
September 29, 2025
“Good, but don’t bother with reception staff.”
Beautiful sea and pool they owned. The food was great, as were the drinks. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was nice. The waiting staff were friendly. The cats were a nice touch too.
Sebastian
family_with_children
September 22, 2025
“Meli Palace - An excellent hotel with brilliant staff”
The staff were truly excellent at Grecotel Meli Palace, elevating our experience to the highest level. Firstly Dimitra and Yannis were extremely helpful and accommodating. Secondly, when we went to eat at the excellent restaurant, we were always met with friendliness from Giorgios, Maria, Ioanna and Chrysola who were great with us and our little baby. Thirdly, a big thank you to Katerina at the pool bar who made the best Decaf Caffe Freddos and Pina Coladas! Fourthly to the entertainment team David, Monica, Rafa, Olivia, Daphne and Fritzy who worked hard through the day, into the night to facilitate great shows and events for the guests (in particular the kids disco!). Last but not least, to the cooks making delicious food for breakfast, lunch and dinner and the cleaning and gardening staff for keeping the hotel and grounds looking great. For the price, Meli Palace will be hard to beat.
Sagie
extended_group
September 16, 2025
“Amazing Staff”
The staff was amazing! Helped us with everything we need including food preferences, transportation in the city and everything we needed. Specifically Alexandros (the receptionist) and George (the b&f manager), both were amazing and made sure our stay was pleasant. Great facilities and service!!! We highly recommend.
Viktorija
family_with_children
August 28, 2025
“If you want to eat good,feel safe if you are with small children ,eat good and in general feel good,go to this hotel! Th”
Perfect location
Sergey
extended_group
July 30, 2025
The staff was very friendly, especially the F&B team.
Camille
solo_traveller
July 28, 2025
Location and personnel are great
Bhattoa
family_with_children
July 13, 2025
“Very relaxing and enjoyable. We would certainly consider returning.”
The staff! Maria and the restaurant team were incredible. This was our first all inclusive holiday. Between us we have over a dozen allergies/intolerances so we were very nervous about food. Whilst most of the buffet food was not an option for us, the chef made a special effort to make a separate meal for one of us. We all managed to eat without incident, which is a huge credit to this hotel given how many guests they have. Christina and the spa staff were so friendly and the massages are highly recommended.
Viktoriia
family_with_children
July 8, 2025
“Excellent experience with great people and food!”
Our experience was great. The place is in a serene place surrounded by beautiful nature. The beach is only for the hotel guests; therefore, it is clean and safe. Ideal place for families or couples. Food was amazing, to everyone's liking. Overall, I would recommend that place.
Norina
family_with_children
July 6, 2025
A Wonderful Stay – Highly Recommended! We had an amazing experience at this hotel! From the moment we arrived, the staff was incredibly thoughtful, attentive, and always ready to help with a smile. The food was excellent, with a wide variety of delicious options that catered to every taste. It's a very family-friendly place, and we felt completely at ease with our child throughout the stay. The garden is absolutely beautiful – a peaceful and well-maintained space that made our time there even more relaxing. We truly enjoyed our stay and would gladly come back!
MARIAMI
extended_group
June 24, 2025
Garden, beach and pool area was clean and well maintained. I've had better and bigger choice of food in other hotels in Greece and on Crete, but everything I've tried in Meli Palace was delicious. Restaurant, pool bar and lobby bar staff was nice and attentive.
Patrick
couple
October 11, 2024
“Great if you like all-inclusive”
Not much really. Our first ever all-inclusive and would not drag us back a second time. Some of the people looking after us were fantastic but unfortunately it felt like too many were looking forward to the end of the season and were difficult to engage with in the dining room, e.g. for drinks.
Dacian
family_with_children
September 29, 2024
The only good thing about this place are the nice staff and fresh food everyday.
Facilities
Activities
Tennis court, Sauna, Fitness centre, Games room, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Children's playground, Table tennis, Darts, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Bicycle rental (additional charge), Diving, Horse riding, Snorkelling, Cycling, Private beach area, Entertainment staff, Kids' club, Beachfront, Evening entertainment, Beach
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Snack bar, Restaurant, Bar
General
Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Lift, Safety deposit box, Chapel/shrine, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Minimarket on site
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Pool and wellness
Pool with view, Pool bar, Swimming Pool, Swimming pool
Services
Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Concierge service, Fax/photocopying, Express check-in/check-out, Packed lunches, Car hire, Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Barber/beauty shop, 24-hour front desk, Room service
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Family Room with Garden View - Ground Floor
This air-conditioned family room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with garden views. The unit has 3 beds.
Family Room with Garden View and Balcony
Elegant, air-conditioned room with furnished balcony overlooking the lush gardens. Features light colours in earthy tones and modern furnishings, and a seating area with a satellite TV. Toiletries and a hairdryer are provided in the bathroom. Kindly note that a 2nd child up to 13 years old can also be accommodated upon request and at extra charge.
Family Room with Sea View
This air-conditioned family room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with sea views. The unit has 3 beds.
Double Room with Garden View
Elegant, air-conditioned room with furnished balcony overlooking the lush gardens. Features light colours in earthy tones and modern furnishings, and a seating area with a satellite TV. Toiletries and a hairdryer are provided in the bathroom. It is equipped with either 2 single beds or 1 double bed. Please note that in this room type no further child can be accommodated in an existing bed.
Double Room with Side Sea View
Elegant, air-conditioned room with furnished balcony with side views of the Cretan Sea. Features light colours in earthy tones and modern furnishings, and a seating area with a satellite TV. Toiletries and a hairdryer are provided in the bathroom. It is equipped with either 2 single beds or 1 double bed. Please note that in this room type no further child can be accommodated in an existing bed.
Deluxe Guestroom with Side Sea View
Providing free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned twin/double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room with Sea View
Elegant, air-conditioned room with furnished balcony with views of the Cretan Sea. Features light colours in earthy tones and modern furnishings, and a seating area with a satellite TV. Toiletries and a hairdryer are provided in the bathroom. It is equipped with either 2 single beds or 1 double bed. Please note that in this room type no further child can be accommodated in an existing bed.
Triple Room with Garden View
This air-conditioned triple room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with sea views.
Mini Room Garden View
Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned twin room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Family Suite with Side Sea View
Providing free toiletries, this suite includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as sea views. The unit offers 3 beds.
One-Bedroom Suite with Garden View
Offering free toiletries, this suite includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit has 3 beds.
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