Name: Tylissos Beach Hotel
Address: Ierapetra, Crete, Greece
Price range: from £429 per person – Price Match Promise!
Rating: 4.4

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Wi-fi

Sun loungers

Private beach area

Clothes dryer

Sun terrace

I stayed at the beginning of September with my parents for a week in this beautiful and comfortable hotel. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed. Our room was spacious, tastefully decorated, and very clean. We were given a room with a front balcony, even though we had originally booked one with a side sea view. I had read beforehand that these rooms might be noisy, so I was quite curious. But to our surprise, it was completely peaceful—we even slept with the balcony doors open and could only hear the gentle sound of the sea. It was absolutely wonderful.

The beach is very well maintained, and the sea—typical for Greece—shines in stunning shades of blue. The food was excellent: everything was delicious, with plenty of variety, and it felt just like homemade cooking. A big thank you to the chef and the entire staff—you truly feel like part of one big family here.

I can only highly recommend this hotel!

Greetings from Sibiu, Romania!
Silvia

It’s hard to put into words the level of hospitality I experienced at this hotel (beginning of June 2025). As a solo traveler and someone with a very busy life, I was mainly looking to rest and feel taken care of – and I truly got that in abundance.

Everyone was incredibly kind – the lovely ladies at reception, the housekeeping staff, the two women working in the restaurant (special greetings to Ranja! 💙), who remembered my specific preference for non-chilled water and would fulfill any request before I even voiced it.

I also have to mention the amazing animator Tobi from Slovakia. I’m not the type to participate in group activities, but I appreciated his tireless, friendly invitations – they made sure I never felt left out.

The food was excellent – a special thank you to the chef who bring special for me a Cretan specialty: cheese pastries with honey. 😉 The staff truly go above and beyond, and they have my full admiration.

The only downside I found was crossing the busy road outside – the traffic situation is unclear and potentially dangerous. Please be careful! It might help to wear bright colors or reflective gear, but the drivers go way too fast. Perhaps some signage indicating a pedestrian area or a speed reduction could be negotiated with the local authorities – cars drive like it’s a highway and don’t pay much attention to people crossing.

I really hope I’ll have the chance to return in the future, because this is a truly special place where you’re welcomed with warmth, find peace (adults only!), and experience genuine Cretan hospitality – Efcharistó! 🇬🇷

Our stay at this hotel was pleasant and comfortable. The food was good, and what we really appreciated was that every evening there were new and varied dishes at dinner. Although the furniture in the room wasn’t very modern, this wasn’t a problem for us, as we appreciated how clean the room was - the housekeeping ladies did an exceptional job and provided us with fresh towels every day. The staff was very nice and friendly, especially the restaurant team and the animation crew.

The beach is indeed rocky, but we found a good spot to enter the water, so it wasn’t a problem for us.

One aspect that could be improved is the pedestrian crossing in front of the hotel, which is not clearly marked. It would be helpful if a speed bump were installed, as cars not only fail to yield to pedestrians, but also tend to drive at very high speeds, something that shouldn't happen near a crosswalk. I'm not sure whether this falls under the hotel's responsibility or that of the local authorities, but it's definitely a safety concern worth addressing.

Overall we had a great experience and would recommend Tylissos Beach Hotel.

The most misleading 4-star hotel we've ever stayed at.

Pros: The food is varied and delicious. There’s a cozy beach right next to the hotel.

Cons: The view from the window is of a desert and a construction site. The furniture in the rooms is old, and overall, the rooms don’t look like they do in the photos on Booking. Not all of the hotel staff are polite - some are outright rude. There’s a very busy road you have to cross to get to the beach. The rooms are not cleaned very well. There’s no iron available for guests to use - you're forced to use the laundry service, where they charge €8 per item for washing and ironing. The hotel grounds and the so-called parking are very small.

The absolute maximum I could give this hotel is three stars - and even that would be generous.

We stayed at this hotel for a week and had high expectations based on the photos and many positive reviews. Unfortunately, our experience turned out to be quite the opposite — disappointing on many levels. I’d like to share the details so future guests can make a more informed decision.

We checked in very late — at 5:30 in the morning — but we were still entitled to the dinner from the previous day. However, upon arrival, the hotel receptionist offered us dinner right there in the dining area. When we asked if it would be possible to take the dinner to our room — because 5:30 a.m. is far too early for a meal, and all we wanted was to sleep — she replied no. It was either eat now in the dining room or don’t eat at all.

I won’t even comment on how rude the receptionist was — I think that’s quite self-explanatory. When we entered the room, we asked if all rooms were this old. The furniture was outdated, the room looked worn-out, and some of the mirrors had rust stains inside. She seemed surprised and responded, “Do you really find this room old?” I said yes. Her reply was, “Then deal with it in the morning.” The next morning, we were told that there were no other rooms available and nothing could be offered in exchange. Fine.

Now, about the food: it was fairly decent, but getting fresh juice was simply impossible. In the 7 days we stayed at the hotel, we only saw oranges available once. We had half-board (breakfast and dinner). Overall, the food was okay — breakfast could have been more varied, but it was acceptable.

There’s a beach nearby, but it’s labeled for guests aged 16 and older. That said, there were often kids swimming there, yelling and screaming — children who were not hotel guests, but just came in off the street. I found that a bit odd.

Another note about the beach: it’s located across a fairly busy road from the hotel. There is a painted pedestrian crossing, but no traffic signs, so drivers simply don’t stop. This made crossing the street quite difficult, especially if you were in a hurry to get to or from the beach.

As for the hotel’s entertainment, it was pretty sad — clearly aimed at guests aged 60 and above. Things like karaoke, folk dances, and not much else.

We asked for an iron — this is a 4-star hotel — but there was none. The only option offered was to send our clothes to the dry cleaner’s for €8 per item. No thank you.

Parking was also a problem. Again — 4-star hotel, but basically nowhere to park. The hotel is large, but the parking area fits maybe 10 cars at best. Finding a place to park was a quest in itself, and in the end, we were advised by the hotel staff to just park along the road, on the shoulder. I find that completely unacceptable.

The view from the window was terrible. And in general, the surrounding area had poor infrastructure. I strongly advise against coming to this part of Crete. For the same price, the north of the island offers much better hotels, more beautiful nature, nicer architecture, and far more developed infrastructure. This part of Crete is not touristic at all — there’s absolutely nothing to do here.

Frankly, I don’t understand where all the positive reviews are coming from. This hotel does not deserve 4 stars — it’s a 3-star hotel at best, and even that’s generous. If you have the budget for this place, I highly recommend spending it elsewhere. There are much better options for the same price.

<h2>Tylissos Beach Hotel - Adults Only</h2>
Just a few metres from its own private beach and less than 1 km from the shopping centre of Ierapetra, Tylissos Beach Hotel - Adults Only offers a swimming pool, children’s pool, and poolside bar. The private beach features a snack bar and free sun loungers.<br>

<h2>Accommodation</h2>
The air-conditioned rooms at Tylissos Beach Hotel come with furnished balconies offering views of the sea, pools, or garden. Each room includes a satellite TV, orthopedic mattresses, free toiletries, a hairdryer, and a magnifying mirror. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the property.<br>

<h2>Dining</h2>
Guests can enjoy a European and Greek buffet breakfast daily at the main restaurant. For lunch and dinner, the restaurant serves Greek, Cretan, and International cuisine.<br>

<h2>Facilities and Activities</h2>
The hotel offers various sports facilities including beach and pool games, a gym, and yoga programs. Cretan and Greek entertainment nights are also organised.<br>

<h2>Location and Nearby Facilities</h2>
Located near Ierapetra, the hotel provides easy access to shopping and tourist facilities. A supermarket and pharmacy are conveniently located within 300 metres from the property.


24-hour reception

Air conditioning in public areas

Air conditioning in Restaurant

Airport Shuttle

All inclusive

All inclusive with alcoholic drinks own brands

Beach

Beach volleyball

Beauty salon

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