The 15 best Adults only hotels in Greece

Greece, the cradle of modern civilization, homeland of the Olympic Games and a treasure trove of philosophical knowledge, offers a different approach to romantic vacations. Greek hotels for adults only are genuine islands of peace and quiet. They are a preferred place to stay for newlyweds, married couples and single travelers seeking serenity and solitude. All such facilities have a 16+ age limit for guests. This review presents the best accommodation options in Greece for adults who want to relax without any kids around.

Minos Palace Hotel & Suites 5*

This luxurious place with a private beach is located on the shore of a cozy bay near the town of Agios Nikolaos (Crete Island). The rooms bear special names to reflect the special living conditions they provide.

Here you can stay in a bungalow with a sea view, in the Island suite, experience ultimate relaxation in Zen, immerse yourself in the atmosphere of bliss and tranquility in Euphoria. The Infinity, Sunset and Sunrise suites boast enormous double beds. The complex offers 148 rooms of different comfort categories.

The territory is an illustration of the classic Cretan style. There is a saltwater swimming pool between the beach and the residential area. Sun loungers, parasols and cocktail tables are installed everywhere. Catering is provided by 2 restaurants and 2 bars. The main restaurant, Amalthea, is open for breakfast and dinner.

You can order a place at the buffet in advance or pay for it immediately before the visit. Taverna serves exclusively local cuisine, serves a la carte and opens at lunchtime.

Also, the guests can visit a wellness center. It features a Turkish bath, sauna, beauty and massage rooms and a gym with fitness equipment. The vacationers can borrow a bicycle at the reception free of charge and take a ride around the neighborhood. A barbecue area has been arranged in the yard.

The staff will help organize sea fishing, while the chefs will cook the catch on coals. The guests value excursions to Lake Voulismeni in the center of Agios Nikolaos, as well as to the pine park, Spinalonga Island and many other places of interest that the region has to offer.

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Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection 5*

It is located on the northern coast of Crete in the village of Agioi Apostoloi. Each room has a spacious shaded terrace with furniture. In front of the entrance shaped as a huge bowl, there is a swimming pool with soft sun loungers around it. It is made of milopetra, a porous material found only on Crete.

It feels like sand on the feet and, changing its color throughout the day, radiates the energy of the island. A private beach line covered with golden sand and featuring a very gradual entrance into the sea starts immediately behind the pool.

This place is capable of meeting the needs of most demanding resort users. The luxury suites are fitted with spas with small pools; bath products with pure olive oil and hammocks for relaxation are provided. Interior design combines the trends of traditional Cretan architecture and modern Zen.

On the beach, you can relax in luxurious sun loungers under palm trees, then treat yourself to eclectic snacks and delicious cocktails from the beach bar. In the evening, you can find a boho-style nook on the sand with scented candles and torches for spending intimate evenings together with a glass of wine or watching a movie outdoors.

Guests with pets are welcome here, the staff will help to organize leisure activities. Bicycles can be rented on site, and entertainment programs are held in the evenings. For a fee, you can embark on a sea trip by canoe, try out diving or go hiking with a guide. Water sports equipment is available on the beach.

Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa 5*

Location: Rhodes, Kiotari Resort. The hotel’s luxurious rooms, halls and common areas were designed by a group of professional artists. When trimming the rooms, they opted for minimalism, since it is the most comfortable style that does not bother the guests with unnecessary decorative elements.

Enhanced standard rooms, junior suites, regular and executive suites are provided for accommodation. The rooms have access to the balcony with summer furniture. The facility includes 44 rooms. Mini-bars and a coffee makers are available. The windows offer panoramic views of the Aegean Sea, the garden or the outdoor pool.

This place is renowned for its top-notch spa center. It is located next to the lobby, opens at 10:00 and accepts visitors until 20:00. It includes an indoor swimming pool surrounded with sun loungers, a Turkish bath and a fitness room. Here you can spruce up by visiting a hairdresser and a beauty salon. The center provides several types of manual massage; complete relaxation is easily achievable in a huge jacuzzi tub.

There is a tennis court outdoors. The private beach is only a couple of minutes away (40 m). On the shore, you can find sun loungers with parasols and sundecks, which can be used free of charge. Comfortable Balinese beds are available for a fee.
In the morning, the guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast with American cuisine.

You can ask to set a table earlier than the scheduled time or come a bit late. Lunch and dinner are served a la carte. The chef specializes in Mediterranean and Greek cuisine. When visiting the restaurant and the bar, a dress code should be observed.

The Island 5*

It is located in the vicinity of the Cretan village of Gouves. The concept of this place is centered around creating ideal living conditions for adult travelers. Its 298 modern and spacious rooms are waiting for guests throughout the year. The panoramic vista of the Aegean Sea awakens the feelings.

Neutral shades of beige, silky textiles and velvet furniture create an atmosphere of comfort and tranquility. The terraces are furnished with comfy chairs to feast your eyes on the expanses of the Aegean Sea, while the rooms feature signature beds with soft cotton linens and independent spring mattresses with natural latex.

The restaurant provides different formats of breakfasts. The guests can enjoy a buffet line or order continental, traditional English, gluten-free, vegetarian or American options. During the day, the chef and their team cook Cretan dishes using products sourced from local farms. Therefore, the ingredients always include fresh meat and dairy products, morning catch fish, olive oil right from the press, as well as the freshest fruits, vegetables and herbs.

The Bathhouse Spa wellness center is at the vacationers’ disposal. It offers a uniquely pleasant atmosphere that makes it so easy to relax in the sauna for two, get an energy boost in the fitness room or simply enjoy the refreshing coolness of the indoor pool. Cosmetic procedures supplemented with exclusive body care products are carried out in separate rooms.

Outdoor sports grounds (lawn tennis, basketball) and a billiards room are available for active recreation, as well as group yoga sessions.

Domes Miramare, a Luxury Collection Resort, Corfu 5*

Tourists longing to have a rest without children should consider this luxury complex on the island of Corfu. The style of the buildings is unmistakably Greek, and the complex located near the village of Moraitika is just a stone’s throw away from the beach. This place has everything for enjoying a comfortable stay, meals and leisure activities.

A buffet breakfast is served in the morning, an American version can be ordered as well. The guests can sunbathe near the outdoor pool or on the seashore. There are loungers and sun umbrellas in both places.

Corfu is home to magnificent royal palaces, cobbled alleys and historical sights surrounded by evergreen nature. Filled with chic open-air wine bars and a variety of gourmet restaurants with terraces and gardens, where one can try delicious dishes of the Greek-Italian cuisine, the island has been attracting travelers for several decades.

The Old Town of Corfu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a maze of winding alleys, picturesque Venetian houses, fortresses, sculptures and majestic buildings. The most popular sights are 15 km along the highway. It is possible to rent a car and leave it at the free parking.

The hotel does accept guests unwilling to part with their pets. However, their stay is possible only by prior arrangement and for an additional fee. The hotel rooms and access to common areas are suitable for guests using wheelchairs and people with disabilities.

There are signs in Braille, handrails and ramps all over the complex, while the bathrooms are equipped with buttons for calling help, high toilets, and low wash basins.

Lesante Blu, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World 5*

This accommodation option is located on the island of Zakynthos near the picturesque village of Tragaki. It boasts luxury conditions, while the services it renders have won numerous international awards. A wonderful selection of restaurants serving original Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, a secluded beach by the sea, a sophisticated spa center, impeccable round-the-clock room service, a private helipad and a boat landing will further complement the unique vacation here.

Yachts for boat trips along the coast, to neighboring islands and to the open sea are moored at the pier. You can play lawn tennis, rent a bicycle or a car on site.

Zakynthos is the third largest island of the Ionian Sea. Here you can take a ride along excellent beaches and visit such iconic tourist attractions as Venetian fortresses, towers and ancient churches with 11th-14th century frescoes. There is no shortage of artesian springs and beautiful natural sceneries on the island.

Upon coming back from an excursion, a bit tired but nonetheless happy traveler can visit Essence Wellness & Spa. A wide range of Germaine de Cappuccini procedures has been carefully selected to relax the mind and rejuvenate the body. The best treatments, various types of massage, sauna or hammam sessions will surely return even the long-lost inner peace.

Private sessions and VIP rooms, ideal for “his” and “her” procedures, will help the couple to share precious time together.

Asterion Suites & Spa 5*

The bright and spacious rooms have dedicated access to the pool. The balconies and terraces offer panoramic views of the surrounding area. The buffet line at the Matter restaurant is available throughout the day with the range including Greek and international dishes. Another restaurant, 350, opens at dinnertime. It serves Mediterranean cuisine a la carte. Concert programs with live music are held in the evenings.

The Orion spa is ready to serve the guests. They can visit a sauna or jacuzzi there, order a massage, beauty treatments, as well as a hairdresser’s services. Free yoga sessions are held three times a week — twice in the morning and once in the evening. The Akylas gym is fully equipped for daily sport sessions. The staff can help arrange hiking and cycling trips.

Just 200 meters away lies Maleme Beach, where the guest can have fun if they get tired of the private coastal line. Local activity organizers offer fishing, diving, snorkeling and water sports. The bars open early in the morning and serve drinks until late in the evening. At the end of July, noisy parties with DJs and laser shows are held here.

A free parking space is provided for guests who have rented a car. It is a good starting point for a trip along the E75, the main highway of the island, which goes from east to west throughout the entire northern coast. The key tourist attractions are located in the city of Chania (15 km). People come here to visit the Archaeological Museum, the Museum-Residence of Eleftherios Venizelos and the Mitropoleos Square.

The Ixian Grand 5*

It is located in the resort village of Ixia (the west coast of Rhodes Island). The rooms are designed for 2-3 people. Categories: Standard, Deluxe, Luxury, Premium, Design Inland View Room. The windows overlook the Aegean Sea, the garden and one of the three hydromassage pools. Some bathrooms have a jacuzzi tub installed.

The accommodation price includes a buffet breakfast (American version). The lobby bar serves coffee. A la carte Mediterranean and Peruvian restaurants open after lunch. Vis a Vis Main Restaurant offers Italian and Greek cuisine, as well as grilled food, Chinese food, sushi. The international Alazonia restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner. The beach bar hosts live music evenings twice a week.

There is a spa and wellness center on site. Here you can visit saunas, swim in a heated pool, order rejuvenating cosmetic procedures or a massage. The vacationers can work out at the gym. Free parking is available. History and nature enthusiasts will be fascinated with the available excursions.

The hotel is close to the ancient city of Ialysos, the picturesque Mount Filerimos, the Butterfly Valley. In the city of Rhodes, it is possible to visit the Palace of the Grand Master, the Street of Knights, the Archaeological Museum, Aquarium of Rhodes.

Vasia Boulevard Hotel 5*

Located in the center of Hersonissos. The available accommodation stock consists of 65 double rooms of modern layout. The balconies offer vistas of the city, the sea and the port. There is a bus stop nearby, which is especially convenient for those willing to visit the local tourist attractions on their own without renting a car. Unfortunately, there is no parking at the hotel, although it has to offer many other nice things.

Here, service is based on treating each guest according to their individual requests. The guests will be met at the airport if they apply for a transfer in advance. Upon arrival, breakfast will be served immediately along with a glass of Prosecco while the room is being prepared. There is no surcharge for early arrival. You can have dinner by the sea, ordering your favorite dishes from the menu. Food and drinks are provided by 2 restaurants with bars.

The courtyard houses a cozy lounge area with a pool, a sundeck and cocktail tables. The spa center offers thermal treatments in the Turkish bath, as well as cosmetology procedures and massage sessions. Active recreation aficionados will appreciate a wide selection of available water sports and cycling gear.

Parties are held regularly. On the dance floor, music of different genres is played, so everyone will find a composition to dance to. In the morning, a buffet breakfast is served.

Once in Mykonos Luxury Resort 5*

It is located near Ornos beach (west coast of Mykonos). Artists, intellectuals and wealthy people from all over the world have chosen this iconic place as their favorite destination a few decades ago. They brought a touch of glamour to the island ambience. This villa once belonged to an opulent businessman. Now it has been transformed into a hotel complex, which strives to make anyone feel welcome.

Windows of its luxurious rooms and suites overlook the beach. A buffet breakfast is served in the morning, while during the day the dishes are served according to a menu signed by Louis Hotels chef Kyriakos Sotiriou, whose career path includes years of work in Michelin-starred gourmet restaurants. Talented mixologists of the Infinity Bar create cocktails unique in taste and richness. They offer drinks from the list, and can also mix ingredients at the guests’ request.

In their free time, the vacationers can use the spa center with indoor and outdoor pools, an exquisite complex of jacuzzi tubs and a steam bath, as well as an individual collection of wellness practices. Each procedure is complemented by hand-picked products, as well as organic materials collected in the Aegean Sea and Myconian land. Also, there is a gym and a yoga area on site.

Myconian O Hotel 5*

Ornos has another exclusive option for a romantic vacation for two. This place stands out from the rest with its unusual architecture and interior atmosphere. Modern design combined with traditional Greek decorative elements is conducive to unhurried recreation on the seashore. It is possible to choose from a variety of standard rooms, junior suites, suites and residences with private pools. The hotel provides eco-rooms as well.

The common pool is a full-fledged recreation area that can be used on par with the beach. Sun loungers are placed in the shade of palm trees and umbrellas, there is also a bar with tables. The restaurant serves only a la carte. In the morning, American breakfast is served. It is possible to order food and beverages to the room.

Parking is available, so you can rent a car if you wish. A parking space is provided free of charge. Those who want to have a rest from driving, an airport shuttle is organized.

Ornos Beach is another reason to opt for this accommodation facility. Its fine golden sand is free of pebbles or stones. It is located in a cozy harbor, where storms and high waves never happen. The bottom is flat with a lot of underwater plates.

Taverns in the area are willing to treat the tourists to delicacies of local cuisine; a rescue service and other infrastructure facilities are also available.

Aqua Blu Boutique Hotel & Spa 5*

Those longing for a break from the hustle and bustle of the city will find this destination on the island of Kos perfectly suitable. Minimalistic rooms offer panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. Secluded paths lined with wood and tiles lead to the beach. Those staying in the main building can use the communal pool. Individual wellness areas with mini-pools and jacuzzi tubs are provided for guests staying in residences.

Gastronomy is another area that the concept of providing exclusive services strives to cover. The Aqua Blu hotel restaurant is one of the best on the island and consistently proves its status by winning international awards in designing new dishes. During the day, you can have a snack at the pool bar, room service is also provided.

The atmospheric and soothing Tamaris spa with an indoor pool is the perfect place to relax. Here the guests can enjoy treatments with 8 different massage techniques and advanced methods of facial aesthetic therapy. Polynesian Sublime Ritual for two is a very special service package for newlyweds which lasts for three hours. Additional options include a relaxation area, sauna, steam bath, Turkish hammam and gym.

Lango Design Hotel & Spa 5*

Located on the island of Kos, 2 km from the central city of the periphery, next to Lambi Beach, this destination is truly unique. The vacationers will enjoy a sublime combination of ultra-luxury amenities, five-star service, modern architecture and genuine Greek hospitality. There are 54 deluxe and suite rooms to choose from.

The day starts with a tasty breakfast, then you can order light snacks by the pool or dine on delicious dishes in the restaurant that is open throughout the day. Specialty cocktails, drinks and coffee are served in two bars. A list of the best wines and cigars from the traditional cellar is also available.

For those who want to have dinner in a romantic atmosphere, tables are served on the beach. Idolo Spa is a sanctuary of wellness, blissful balance and complete escapism. When decorating the treatment rooms and the entire 300 sq. m area of the complex, the designers were inspired by the Mediterranean traditions, so the predominant style is nautical.

Here you can use the heated indoor pool, sauna, steam bath and relaxation areas to regain the vitality, cleanse the body of toxins, adjust the flow of energy and feel completely relaxed. An outdoor swimming pool with a sundeck is located in the courtyard.

Elegance Luxury Executive Suites 5*

It is located in the village of Tragaki (Zakynthos Island) and embodies an innovative concept in the Greek accommodation industry: 22 luxury suites that combine hospitality and warm service with the authenticity of the local culture. The guests speak of the concierge service favorably.

Even before arrival, you can relay your requests to the staff and fully depend on their competence. They will deliver the best the island has to offer, prepare the subtlest details to guarantee a pleasant and exciting vacation for their guests.

In the morning, you can order breakfast to the room or visit the buffet line. Each dinner at the Ambrosia restaurant will be unique in terms of sophisticated presentation and refined flavors. There is a modern Cosi bar in the lobby. It not only serves drinks and mixes cocktails, but also offers good lunches. The Blue Horizon beach bar is open from morning until late at night. This is one of the favorite places for having dinner with a view of the Ionian Sea.

For sports enthusiasts, there is a fitness room in the administrative building. The hotel does not have a private beach. The guests can use the services of the coastal territory of the partner hotel. This being said, sun loungers and infrastructure facilities are available free of charge.

D’ Andrea Lagoon 5*

You can have a great rest together in the commune of Marmari (Kos Island), which is home to this universally pleasant accommodation option. There are 80 suites trimmed in line with ecology standards. The second floor features large balconies, while the first floor offers spacious terraces with access to the shared pool.

The vacationers are welcome to use a free parking, sun loungers and umbrellas, bicycle and car rental, shuttle service, doctor on call, multilingual staff. In the morning, a buffet breakfast is served for everyone. Then you can take a free shuttle to the beach or sunbathe near the outdoor lagoon-shaped pool with an area of 1,800 sq. m.

There is a tennis court, a fitness center, indoor and outdoor entertainment areas, and a sunset lounge. Spa and wellness treatments are available outside the hotel.

The concept of holidays without children is relatively new in the field of international tourism. Greece supports this trend, providing adults with excellent accommodation options at the country’s leading resorts.