The Grecotel Creta Palace is entering a new phase in its history. In Rethymnon, Grecotel announces a major transformation of its establishment, with completely redesigned accommodations, a new water park, an enhanced gastronomic offering and the integration of the LUX®ME concept from 2026.
This evolution affects the entire experience offered to guests and marks one of the most significant updates to the resort in recent years.
Summary
The Grecotel Creta Palace joins the LUX®ME concept
From 2026, the Grecotel Creta Palace will officially join the Grecotel LUX®ME collection. This concept, whose name means "Luxury Made Easy®", is based on a premium all-inclusive formula combining accommodation, meals, drinks and services included.
According to Grecotel, this development will allow customers to benefit from the LUX®ME offer at one of the group's best-known sites in Crete.
Completely renovated rooms and suites
The transformation program includes a complete redesign of the rooms, Junior Suites and Seafront Suites.
The new spaces include new light wood finishes, redesigned layouts, personalized minibars, new bedding, and modernized bathrooms with walk-in showers and onyx countertops.
Grecotel also announces the arrival of new connecting family suites designed to accommodate several generations within the same living space.
Seven restaurants and four bars at the heart of the new offering
The resort now offers a collection of seven restaurants and four bars.
The main Labyrinth restaurant has undergone a complete transformation with new interior spaces and two outdoor terraces.
The restaurant offers a combination of local specialties and international cuisine. Guests can also enjoy the dining options available at Agreco Farm, the Grecotel family's working farm.
A new bar has also been set up in the resort's glass-enclosed lobby.
A new water park for families
Among the most visible new features is the opening of a new Aquapark.
This new space includes a gradual entry swimming pool, several water slides, activity areas and spaces dedicated to families.
According to Grecotel, the Aquapark will be operational from July 2026.
The Cretan village remains at the heart of the experience
At the heart of the resort, the Cretan village retains an important place in the experience offered to visitors.
The site includes a traditional kafeneio, a tavern, shops, a chapel, the Agreco Shop, and a new Environment Centre dedicated to the discovery of Cretan agriculture and environment.
The Kafeneio, located in the village square since 1989 according to Grecotel in the village square, remains one of the emblematic places of the resort.
A modernized wellness offering
Elixir Spa is also continuing its development with several facilities dedicated to wellness.
The space includes an indoor pool with hydromassage, saunas, an outdoor relaxation area, several treatment rooms and a fitness room equipped by Technogym.
Special attention is paid to families
The Grecoland program continues to occupy a central place in the offering of the Grecotel Creta Palace.
Developed beaches, a family pool, creative activities, cooking workshops, cultural experiences and the "Be Farmer for a Day" program developed with Agreco are among the activities offered to younger children.
Childcare services and family-friendly accommodation complete the system.
Key takeaways
With this transformation, Grecotel is thoroughly modernizing the Grecotel Creta Palace while preserving the elements that have built the resort's identity over the years.
The integration of the LUX®ME concept, the arrival of a new Aquapark, the renovation of accommodations, the development of the gastronomic offer and the strengthening of family experiences are the main new features announced for 2026.
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