Located on the picturesque island of Crete, Sitia Bay Resort will become the premier destination in the region for families or those just looking to get away from everyday life. Sitia Bay Resort will offer a 5-star 203-room hotel, offering a range of accommodation from a presidential suite to deluxe double rooms, as well as private villas and apartments. Every property and hotel room at Sitia Bay Resort will have an uninterrupted view of the Aegean Sea.
If our vision for Sitia Bay Resort was simple, making that vision a reality will certainly not be. You can be sure we are dedicated to making Sitia Bay Resort unique for the island of Crete and achieving unrivalled levels of luxury, amenities and quality of finish.
Sitia Bay Resort is located at the inner most part of the Faneromeni bay on the north coast of the island of Crete.
Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and arguably its most interesting and diverse. Its remarkable history is evident across the island, from the ruins of the Minoan Palace of Knossos to the Venetian fortresses of Rethymo; from old mosques and Byzantine monasteries, to the cave that is the legendary birthplace of Zeus. The Venetian port of Hania in Western Crete is one of Greece’s most evocative cities while the capital, Heraklion, is a dynamic city and the fifth largest in Greece.
To the east of the island there is a wealth of important archaeological sites and traditional and secluded fishing villages to discover as well as the dramatic Sitia Mountains, sacred caves and spectacular sandy beaches.
Crete is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse landscape. Spectacular mountain ranges dotted with caves are sliced by dramatic gorges that spill out to sea. The rugged interior is interspersed with vast plateaus and fertile plains. The east of the island boasts Europe’s only palm-tree forest while the south coast is home to some of the most stunning beaches and isolated coves in the Mediterranean.
Crete has two main international airports in Chania and Heraklion, only 35 minutes by plane from Athens International Airport, and reachable within 3 and 1.5 hours from Sitia Bay respectively
The road approaching Sitia Bay Resort descends to a grandiose edifice offering infinity views to the Aegean Sea. This is the entrance to the hotel’s main building, arranged around an expansive reflection pool with a panoramic view of the sea.
The hotel comprises 203 rooms, including 26 clusters of rooms and one presidential suite. There are 196 standard units of 60m2, 6 Junior Suites of 130m2 and 1 President suite of 856m2. All guest rooms have sweeping views of the sea and are laid out in linear groups upon different height levels to maximize privacy and the breathtaking vistas. Fitted within individually built clusters, they are all accessed through a stone wall courtyard and most have their own private swimming pool.
Sitia Bay features a private and secluded sparkling azure beach and includes a Beach Club and a marina for up to 45 boats. Dining is available both in the hotel’s main restaurant and the taverna, while in the hotel main building there are five boutiques offering a variety of unique Greek handicrafts, jewellery and artwork.
The hotel at Sitia Bay Resort will be managed by a world-class luxury operator.
Sitia Bay Resort will offer customised guided excursions and day trips to the resort’s neighboring archeological sights.
From Sitia you can also visit the world-renowned remains of the Minoan Palatial residence in Zakro, as well as the majestic palm tree forest at Vai.
The remains of ancient Itanos, known today as Erimoupoli, are located close to Vai, offering, not only important antiquities, but also beautiful beaches lined with palm trees. Itanos was key to the history of Crete and one of the first cities in the world to produce coins.
Neighboring Palaiokastro was one of Crete’s most significant archaeological sites and its famous Kouros is displayed in the Archaeological Museum of Sitia. This museum is a must-see for any visitor to the area as it houses numerous regional finds. Visitors to the island are also advised to see the Toplou Monastery, one of Crete’s largest and most historic monasteries, full of treasures salvaged by the monks over its long history.
The Thallasotherapy Center comprises 2,500 m2 including treatment rooms, wet areas, whirlpools, sauna, steam rooms, hair salon, manicure and waxing rooms. It also includes a fully equipped gym for intense exercise, an internal pool and a yoga studio overlooking the Aegean Sea.
An 18 hole golf course, positioned on the high level plateaus and designed by Nicklaus Design, will offer commanding views over the site, the private marina and the glittering Aegean Sea beyond.
The golf course forms part of the future development plans of Sitia Bay Resort.
The marina is a key component of Sitia Bay Resort and is intended to enhance the nautical aspect of the project.
A 200-meter-wide basin will be created by the marina to support Sitia Bay’s numerous nautical activities and water sports. This basin will also facilitate the creation of a beautiful sandy beach with stunning views over the Aegean Sea.
Over 80,000 m2 of buildable residential units will be created at Sitia Bay Resort once this exclusive development is complete.
Every property at Sitia Bay Resort will be designed in harmony with the dramatic landscape on offer. Each home will be built to the highest possible standard of craftsmanship and design, using locally-sourced materials and offering spectacular views out over the Aegean Sea.