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Dessole Dolphin Bay Resort

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You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, 2 poolside bars, and a terrace at Dessole Dolphin Bay Resort. With a beachfront location, sun loungers, and beach volleyball, this property is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a facial, a massage, and a body scrub at Aegeo Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy lunch and dinner along with local and international cuisine and a poolside location at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy onsite activities like basketball and volleyball. In addition to shopping on site and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a table with chairs, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

Room GARDEN VIEW

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

Room SIDE SEA VIEW

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Malevizi, Dessole Dolphin Bay Resort is in the suburbs and on the beach. Nikos Kazantzakis Museum and Historical Museum of Crete are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Palace of Knossos and Paleokastro Fortress. Traveling with kids? Consider Natural History Museum of Crete and Watercity Waterpark. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Malevizi travel guide
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Melinas Merkouri 1, Malevizi, Crete, 71414

What's nearby

  • A beach with waves, a clear sky, and distant hills.
    Ammoudara Beach
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A museum entrance with large glass windows and informational banners.
    Heraklion Archaeological Museum
    12 min drive - 10.3 km
  • An ancient temple with red columns and a stone base, set against a dramatic sunset sky.
    Palace of Knossos
    13 min drive - 12.9 km
  • A marina with numerous boats docked, a stone wall, and buildings in the background.
    Heraklion Port
    14 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Knossos Archaeological Site
    13 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Δαφερμος
    3 min drive
  • Pizza Antonio
    17 min walk
  • The Italian Job
    6 min drive
  • Heaven Beach
    9 min walk
  • Κυλικείο Πα.Γ.Ν.Η.
    9 min drive

About this property

Dessole Dolphin Bay Resort

  • Upscale all-inclusive property by the sea
  • At Dessole Dolphin Bay Resort, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, 2 poolside bars, and a terrace. With a beachfront location, sun loungers, and beach volleyball, this property is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a facial, a massage, and a body scrub at Aegeo Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy lunch and dinner along with local and international cuisine and a poolside location at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy onsite activities like basketball and volleyball. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with shopping on site and a garden.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with a waterslide, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
    • 2 outdoor tennis courts, babysitting (surcharge), and a porter/bellhop
    • Beach umbrellas, multilingual staff, and a billiards/pool table
    • Massage treatment rooms, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Room features
  • All 259 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Childcare services and free infant beds
    • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
    • LCD TVs with satellite channels
    • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

All inclusive details

  • This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

    • Buffet meals, snacks, and select beverages included
    • Limited gourmet or à la carte dining

Activities and facilities/equipment

  • All land activities and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.

Land activities

    • Tennis
    • Volleyball

Entertainment

  • Onsite entertainment and activities

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Beach Tavern Pasiphae
  • Main Restaurant Minos

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1981
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during the winter season.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1039K014A0009000

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Dessole Dolphin Bay Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. The pool will be closed during the winter.

Is Dessole Dolphin Bay Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Dessole Dolphin Bay Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dessole Dolphin Bay Resort?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Dessole Dolphin Bay Resort?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Activities include tennis, volleyball, and more.

Where is Dessole Dolphin Bay Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Malevizi property is within 3 mi (5 km) of Ammoudara Beach, Pantanassa, and Pankritio Stadium. Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas and General University Hospital of Heraklion are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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