Arminda hotel and Spa 2013 crete


 
 
 
 
This was our second visit to the Arminda hotel and spa, and again could not fault it, even though it is all inclusive in a sense, it’s not for people who want to get as much food or drink down your neck, this hotel offers a chilled out atmosphere, basic entertainment on a night, this year I noticed it is geared up for the kids from, 9:00am to 9:00pm who all seemed to enjoy it.

We emailed ahead for a choice of room in the block above the snack bar/pool, and were not disappointed, the reception on booking in was first class, and the staff really friendly, The room we choose was 322 on the second floor, gives panoramic views from Hersonissos on the left to Stallis on the right overlooking the bay, The room is large and airy with fridge, TV and the normal extras,

Mainly used the top pool next to the block, but does get busy so you need to be early with your towels etc., Snack bar opens at 10:00am and Water is free from the cooling machine, just save your empty bottles, There is bottled water to buy, but the cooling machine was fine, no ill effects.

Wi-Fi is available for a small charge, and worked perfect on my kindle fire,

Food, there is plenty of choice, but does tend to repeat itself, good choice on breakfast, and a microwave to reheat, seating is either outside where it is cooler or inside, it is best to collect your knife and forks first with napkins and set your table before getting your food, saves time trying to find a table if busy. Snack bar is well stocked throughout the day with sandwiches, toasties, pasties, fruit and cakes, All drinks on tap so you help yourself, again there is only a choice of 3 spirits to pick from, so advise buying a couple of bottles at the airport if you prefer something with more alcohol in,

No problems with taking drinks, ice and food back to the hotel room, all staff friendly and happy to help you, 

If you fancy venturing out taxis were only 7 euros to Hersonissos on the left and to Stallis on the right, normally someone else may be waiting so share to half the cost, getting back it’s just a case of standing near the road and watch for a taxi with its sign lit, and flag it down.

Not many English stay at the hotel mainly east European, but don’t let this put you off visiting here,

Overall a perfect week chilling out and for the price, well worth it,

 

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