Wellness Resort with Olive Oil from Own Production
Cretan hospitality and luxurious comfort in a great location on an approximately 5-mile long sandy beach. The hotel encompasses an olive grove with about 3,000 olive trees and serves as an excellent starting point to explore the island.
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Pilot Beach Resort in Detail
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Located in the bay of Almyros, on the long sandy beach of Georgioupolis, the Pilot Beach Resort offers pure relaxation and beautiful views of the Aegean Sea and the White Mountains. The modern complex, styled after a traditional Cretan village, is surrounded by olive and avocado trees and is divided into two areas by a coastal road (underpass). Seasonal operation from April to October.
Location & Surroundings
In the centre of the idyllic fishing village of Georgioupolis (about 0.8 miles away), you'll find taverns, restaurants, cafes, bars, and shopping opportunities. A bus stop for excursions to Rethymno (about 11 miles) or Chania (about 25 miles) is located directly at the hotel.
Dining & Leisure
4 Restaurants: The main restaurant 'Kronos' awaits you with a Mediterranean/international buffet, while the traditionally designed 'Ariadni' offers Greek cuisine and an Italian buffet at lunch in the Italian Corner. 'Gialos' by the sea invites you to enjoy tasty Greek dishes and grill specialties (à la carte at lunch) as well as theme evenings with live music. For a romantic setting, 'Almyra', the seasonal Asian à la carte restaurant, serves fresh fish/sushi with a breathtaking view of the beach (Jun.-Sept., except Wednesdays, surcharge approx. €15 (approx. UK £13 / USD $16) per person). Vegetarian and vegan options available in Kronos or Ariadni. Dietary meals available on request.
Wellness & Spa
4 outdoor pools (9 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.), 1 indoor pool. The Olive Spa offers holistic treatments for body and mind - some using high-quality organic olive oil produced on-site. 11 treatment rooms with colour light therapy for massages, facial treatments, body shaping with ultrasound device "Ultratone" and vacuum massage, hydromassage and much more. Vichy shower. Steam bath, sauna, bio sauna, plunge pool, sensorial showers and relaxation room in the "Thermal Suite". "Private Spa Suite" for couple treatments with bio sauna, terrace and outdoor Jacuzzi. Gym (7 a.m. - 8 p.m.). Workout room with Vibro Plate for Personal training. Charges apply for: Personal training, Yoga, Pilates, TRX, Cross training, Swimming lessons.
Pilot Farm
The Pilot Beach Resort is harmoniously integrated into the natural surroundings and includes an organic farm spanning 3,000 olive trees, avocados, various vegetables, and a variety of fruits. The production from these fields suffices to cover a hearty 30% of the hotel's food requirements, leading not only to sustainable practices but also to fresh and flavourful ingredients for the kitchen.
The resort is particularly proud of its home-grown organic olive oil. This premium olive oil is not only used in the kitchen but also serves as a keepsake for all guests, offering them a piece of Cretan culture and hospitality to take home.
Free Time
Hair salon, mini-market, jeweller. Mini football pitch, beach volleyball, basketball, table tennis, pétanque, darts, water polo, day/evening entertainment.
For a fee: 2 tennis courts with floodlights and padel tennis (each €10/hour approx. UK £9 / USD $11), billiards, archery, art workshops. Children's pool (10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.) with slides and attractions, mini train, children's entertainment, mini disco. Babysitting (on request, for a fee). Nearby: water sports, diving, horse riding, mountain biking.
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Hotel rooms at a glance
450 comfortable bungalows and suites with bathroom/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, telephone, safe, air conditioning, coffee/tea set, minibar (on request), Wi-Fi, balcony or terrace. Superior bungalows (approx. 323 sq ft) with pool view. Standard bungalows (approx. 258 sq ft) available with garden or sea view, or in a direct beachfront location. Family Junior Suites (approx. 452 sq ft) with 2 separate bedrooms and views of pools or gardens. Panorama Deluxe Suites (approx. 646 sq ft) additionally with separate living room, whirlpool in the bathroom, and balcony with panoramic views of pools or gardens.
Superior Bungalow with Pool View
ca. 30 qmStandard Bungalow with Garden View
ca. 24 qmStandard Bungalow with Sea View
ca. 24 qmStandard Bungalow Seafront
ca. 24 qmFamily Junior Suite
ca. 42 qmDeluxe Panorama Suite
ca. 60 qm
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