The Creta Beach Hotel & Bungalows is a 4 –star hotel complex , situated only 5 km west of the city of Heraklion and 12 km from Heraklion international airport Nikos Kazantzakis, in the coastal area of Ammoudara. The 150 renovated rooms and bungalows, amidst splendid gardens and palm trees offer garden or sea view, harmoniously fit into the natural environment, offering the guests a feeling of peace and relaxation. All rooms are with balcony or terrace, individually controlled air conditioning, bath or shower, hairdryer, direct-dial telephone, safe, TV with satellite channels, music programs, refrigerator and beach towels. Ideal for families as well as for the guest who wants to relax in a peaceful atmosphere .Due to its central location, the hotel offers easy access to the historical sights of the city of Heraklion and other places of interest all over the island. The central restaurant close to the beach and overlooking the Aegean Sea, offers breakfast (American Breakfast Buffet), lunch and dinner. Delicious Greek and international dishes, appetizers salads and desserts offered from the buffet of the restaurant. Special theme evenings (Greek, Italian, and Mediterranean) are organized each week for our guests while in the Amphitheatre theatrical and traditional Greek nights will be performed. Enjoy your coffee or drink on the large veranda of the central bar while enjoying a splendid sea view. Various snacks, ice-cream, juices or other refreshments can also be enjoyed in the pool bar. Sun beds and umbrellas are provided free of charge in the pool area and on the sandy beach. A Tennis Court, mini –golf, ping - pong, beach - volleyball, mini - football, billiard and a children's playground exist for entertainment and exercising. The animation team of the hotel organizes an interesting program with different activities and events for the guests and their children. Wining & Dining All inclusive description 2013 Main Restaurant Rich American Buffet for Breakfast, Main and Premium variety of International & Greek cuisine in buffet style for Lunch & Dinner and 3 theme dinners per week. By self service during meals are offered Soft drinks, Draught Beer, House Wine and Water. Operation Hours Breakfast: 07:00 – 09:45 Lunch: 12:30 – 14:00 Dinner: 19:00 – 21:15 Main Bar At the main are served Soft Drinks, Juices, House Wine, Draught Beer, various local Drinks & Cocktails. Operation Hours: 18:00 – 24:00 Snack Bar / Tavern a la Carte By self service are offered various snacks, Pizza, Ice cream, Soft Drinks, Juices, House Wine, Draught Beer, and local Drinks are also included. For Lunch (6days per week): Grill Buffet, Salad Bar & Deserts are served on reservation basis Operation Hours: (Weather permitted) Snack Bar: 10:00 – 18:00 Brunch Buffet: 10:30 – 12:00 Lunch: 12:30 – 14:00 Snacks and Pizza 14:00 – 17:45 Tropical Cocktail: 17:00 – 17:45 Recreation & Sports Animation and Sports Table Tennis, Hard tennis Court, Mini Golf, Beach Volley, Beach Soccer, Mini Soccer 5x5, Darts, Archery, Board Games. Amphitheatre with 300 seats capacity for shows, dances and projections, mini club and children's playground. Folklore dances once per week. Sport activities during day time organized by the animation team. Sandy Beach / Swimming pool Sandy Beach with parasols and Deck Chairs for hotel guests. Sea Water Swimming Pool for adults and for Children. Blue Beach – Pool towels Other services Hotel Reception 24 hours per day, TV Room at the hotel main lobby. At extra charge Safe Deposit Boxes in rooms, Laundry service, Telephone Calls Internet, Billiards, Electronic games