The Royal Blue Resort & Spa Crete (Adults Only) in Panormos (Crete)

The Royal Blue offers superior rooms with sea or garden views, each featuring a flat-screen TV and a spacious bathroom with two wash basins. Guests are greeted with a welcome drink upon arrival. The adults-only policy ensures a quiet and private atmosphere throughout the 70-acre property.

Four restaurants and four bars are spread across the resort, including a buffet (Symposium) and a la carte venues such as Elia (Mediterranean) and Asterias (seafood). One a la carte restaurant is set inside a cave, offering a unique dining experience. Cuisine ranges from Chinese and Japanese to authentic Greek, Italian, Spanish, and Indian dishes.

The Pure Senses Spa provides massages, hydrotherapies, facials, and body treatments in a dedicated spa and wellness centre. Guests can use the sauna, hammam, and fitness centre, or join yoga classes and personal training sessions. Spa/wellness packages and a relaxation area are available for booking.

The resort has 38 pools, including an infinity pool and salt-water pools, plus a private beach area with sun loungers and umbrellas. Tennis courts, mini golf, a soccer court, and an outdoor gym are available on site. Water sports such as diving, bike tours, and evening entertainment with live music and a DJ are also offered.

The Royal Blue is 22 km from Rethymnon and 55 km from Heraklion, with easy road access to both Chania and Heraklion airports. Nearby attractions include the Museum of Ancient Eleftherna and Geropotamos Beach. The resort's location on a cliff overlooking a private bay provides direct access to the sea and marina.

Location: 22 km from Rethymnon, 55 km from Heraklion

Rooms: Superior rooms with sea or garden views and two-basin bathrooms

Dining: 4 restaurants including a cave a la carte venue

Wellness: Pure Senses Spa with hydrotherapies and yoga classes

Facilities: 38 pools, private beach, tennis courts, mini golf

Policy: Adults-only resort for a tranquil stay