{"id":1199,"date":"2025-06-27T15:49:26","date_gmt":"2025-06-27T15:49:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/hotel-paralos-lifestyle-beach-heraklion-avis\/"},"modified":"2025-07-01T08:52:47","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T08:52:47","slug":"hotel-paralos-lifestyle-beach-heraklion-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/hotel-paralos-lifestyle-beach-heraklion-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach (Ammoudara): review + photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We loved staying at the Paralos Lifestyle Beach Hotel in Ammoudara. What makes this place so special is its exceptional location, literally on Ammoudara Beach, near Heraklion. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, you&#8217;ll find all the <strong>details of our stay<\/strong>, along with <strong>lots of photos <\/strong>, so that you too can be seduced by this delightful establishment!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/hotel-Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach-heraklion-review-en-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"hotel-Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach-heraklion-avis\" class=\"wp-image-1175\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This opinion is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why stay at Paralos Lifestyle Beach?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This upscale, adults-only hotel offers a unique setting for your stay. In fact, it&#8217;s one of our picks for the best establishments in Heraklion.  Here are its 3 main assets, in our opinion:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Privileged setting<\/strong>: Its location directly on Ammoudara beach is ideal for enjoying the Cretan coastline without having to leave the hotel, thanks to the establishment&#8217;s Private Beach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-VPHh79m\/0\/L93CtPmz7JwDjH9CBJLwnz33k8hJcG4R7d5hrcWSR\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-28-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach - beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Several swimming pools<\/strong>: our many pools refresh the atmosphere, allowing you to take a dip right outside your room, day and night.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-kfqL2xj\/0\/L7mFTkR8t7G3NZZ8tTjmJ3XZmhWrwN6sWtgJQKPsV\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-20-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach pool 1\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Facilities and services<\/strong>: with its spa, gym, restaurant and bar, Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach has thought of everything to offer a relaxing and rejuvenating stay with your feet in the sand.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#000000;color:#000000\"\/>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/lifestyle-beach.fr.html?aid=2420175\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See more photos of Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#000000;color:#000000\"\/>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-V7PLtSW\/0\/NWKSbdvWBqRJnVhnb9Fg9bc9xQrGGrmmB9z66sMTn\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-24-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach breakfast\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Paralos Lifestyle Beach worth it? Our review<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Absolutely! Paralos Lifestyle Beach is a hotel with a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for recharging your batteries or exploring Heraklion&#8217;s surroundings. For us, it&#8217;s one of the best hotels in Heraklion. We appreciated its quality service and extremely pleasant setting. What&#8217;s more, its proximity to attractions such as Knossos Palace, and all the gems of Heraklion&#8217;s old town, make it an ideal choice for travelers wishing to discover the region while staying in a rejuvenating setting.   <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-fKDGJ6z\/0\/LLP3TjtW69JPZZz8LtfQWghfSGMVtvQ8jrVLf8jCx\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-15-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach pool and restaurant by night\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#f4e2e3\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#f4e2e3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\"> RENT YOUR CAR IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Crete<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list liste_voiture\">\n<li>Our preferred agency is <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rental-center-crete.com\/?RF=0042\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Rental Center Crete<\/a><\/strong><br\/>everything is included in the price and the service is excellent. No stress! <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a <strong>car <\/strong>with a decent engine for greater comfort on the few mountain roads.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Book early<\/strong> for choice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you prefer international brands, compare prices on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/en\/greece-crete?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=crete\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">DiscoverCars<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Palaiochora\/Drive-Mountains-to-Palaiochora\/i-3FB5j3D\/1\/Kj7Nt7cgMJrhqF2hG3FjcJg77Cvp8csFFZ3hkBMHN\/S\/mountains-crete-greece-5128-S.jpg\" alt=\"Driving in Crete\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#f4e2e3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons has-custom-font-size has-normal-font-size is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rental-center-crete.com\/fr\/?RF=0042\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:16px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">View cars &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-normal-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/how-rent-car-crete-tips-experiences\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1314\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See all our tips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Decoration and atmosphere<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach won us over with its decor featuring natural materials and colors: wood, stone and light fabrics. The decor creates a cosy, relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. The architecture is modern, the common areas well-maintained, and the overall setting inviting. The friendly, unobtrusive staff are always on hand to help.   <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-dXJXJkG\/0\/MGtn3fbVhPPk49JsN4vMhNSh86KPd7WwSmDfhQkNT\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-30-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach bar\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#f4e2e3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px\">HAVE FUN in: <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Crete<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s\/?q=lagon+balos&amp;searchSource=3&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=crete\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Cruise on Balos Lagoon<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/malia-l142994\/crete-excursion-en-quad-safari-off-road-t436618\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=crete\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">ATV Tour<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/crete-l404\/heraklion-decouvrez-la-plongee-sous-marine-pour-les-debutants-t482586\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=crete\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Scuba Diving for Beginners<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s\/?q=samaria&amp;searchSource=3&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=crete\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Hike in Samaria<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column ville-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Balos-Lagoon\/Gramvousa-island\/i-St6K7XQ\/1\/LX68ZpsVGjJ8v4t865TVGd3CM7wqn4ss6n2S8WGxN\/L\/Gramvousa-island-crete-greece-4478-L.jpg\" alt=\"Boat to Gramvousa\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The room<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our room was uncluttered, elegant and cosy. We particularly liked the wood used in the decor, as well as the rattan pendant lights, which added a warm ambience. The room&#8217;s light, natural colors helped to create a soothing atmosphere, conducive to letting go.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-5CWjqLm\/0\/LTJx42hvXnLgKpq9GJh7KzfrzhVx4X7H9zqxfw8CF\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-01-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach room\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We found a kettle, coffee maker and bottled water in the room, which was very handy for enjoying a relaxing coffee or tea break on our little terrace with a small table, chairs and hammock, bordered by the room&#8217;s private pool.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-HnDtbgZ\/0\/LbGhMKL2C9RSbtP5nMpJwx84S4gkDS3gPj7LznpDp\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-18-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach terrace room\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We also really appreciated our private access to a Balinese bed on the edge of an almost private pool (we shared it with only the neighbors), at the foot of our room.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-cDLPTLQ\/0\/KhPCh8X6wNPtvnxN8BsnMXCFMgvBCzdtgfWNkKkDp\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-11-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach sun bed\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#000000;color:#000000\"\/>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/lifestyle-beach.fr.html?aid=2420175\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See more photos of Hotel Paralos Lifestyle 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The gray and sandy tones of the bathroom gave it a pleasantly uncluttered look.   <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-9P98mSj\/0\/LWn76JKstwgxSkZJ4PqmVnb4mSvm2tqzSzDNsSssj\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-05-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach shower\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We also found a bathrobe and slippers at our disposal, which made us feel right at home when we got out of the shower, so that we could make the most of our room and its little terrace after a tiring day&#8217;s sightseeing.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-Wwb6nvw\/0\/KmLDcVTkWdhrzxxs4sZX4c2rDkVwH5hDcpCSqhvQB\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-06-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach bathroom\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#f4e2e3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">DISCOVER <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Heraklion<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-heraklion-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"934\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What to do in Heraklion<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/where-stay-heraklion-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"981\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/best-museums-heraklion\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2104\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best museums<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/best-excursions-from-heraklion-day-trips\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2123\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best excursions<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/visit-archaeological-museum-heraklion\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1283\">Archaeological Museum<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Itineraries: <a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/visit-1-day-heraklion-itinerary\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2245\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 day <\/a>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/visiter-4-jours-heraklion-itineraire\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2165\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/visit-5-days-heraklion-itinerary\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2164\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 days <\/a>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/visit-heraklion-one-week-itinerary\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2145\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 week<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column ville-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Best-of\/i-4H6hG2f\/0\/MVk3RDsnGxJjHHfqtBzJhLm4HV4MjkkXkrBdHdHfk\/S\/museum%20of%20crete%20history-2-S.jpg\" alt=\"Heraklion fort\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The breakfast<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We were very impressed by the breakfast on offer! The establishment offers two restaurants for morning service: one with a traditional buffet, the other oriented towards a healthier approach, including numerous gluten-free alternatives. We opted for the latter, and were pleasantly surprised by the richness and variety of what was on offer. We were also delighted by the breakfast setting: the terrace offers a magnificent view of the beach.   <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-QrmdP4J\/0\/LRGPV93kzVBZ4WZcFqW5GkQmhrFh6VVMnFLSZGCB2\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-25-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach breakfast\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The buffet combines local specialties with homemade products. In particular, we tried the loukoums with <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mastic-lifestyle.com\/post\/le-mastic-de-chios\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">mastiha<\/a><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greekflavours.com\/fr-es\/blogs\/news\/halvas-produit-grec?srsltid=AfmBOopT1U3AIK73pec4AbaBUpTfSXJxWTZ3nzKYenPZqIJ9hQDHwt39\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">halva<\/a>, rice pudding and fried pineapple, served with honey or fresh fruit. The sweet section was well-stocked: cakes, muffins, cookies, pancakes, jams, fruit juices, cereal bars, cereals, candied fruit&#8230; everything to get the day off to a good start. On the savoury side, we enjoyed croque-monsieur, eggs and omelettes prepared to order, charcuterie, crudit\u00e9s, olives, vegetables and Cretan cheeses.   <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-9MX3rdP\/0\/NfKsvq8DCt4kbbfHnr2VKvkZTcLJpk4rgj9S9MqmN\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-26-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach breakfast plate\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, the &#8220;healthy&#8221; options were also on offer, with a variety of smoothies, seeds, fresh fruit, and several oilseed butters and of course Greek yoghurt, perfect for a balanced breakfast.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-XVd764h\/0\/Kwg8tVwkwfmSHjsBJ9vrckhDx9QCjxwDfg2BPXCHk\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-27-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach terrace in the sand\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#f4e2e3;padding-left:3%;padding-right:3%;padding-bottom:3%;padding-top:3%;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR GUIDE TO <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Crete<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">To plan your road trip:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>5 Maps to Help You Find Your Way<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>76 selected locations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>150 photos to help you decide<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lots of practical tips<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/crete-road-trip-guide-ebook\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read more<\/a> &gt;&gt;&gt;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container ebook-radius-waitlist gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><div class=\"wp-block-image ebook-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/crete-road-trip-guide-ebook\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Medium-Crete-eBook-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"medium-FR-Crete-eBook-road-trip\" class=\"wp-image-3171\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Equipment and common areas<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Swimming pools<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Paralos Lifestyle Beach hotel has <strong>2 large outdoor swimming pools<\/strong>, equipped with deckchairs for relaxing by the water. Depending on the room you choose, you may have access to a private pool, all to yourself for the duration of your stay. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-6qw8hpV\/0\/MTt9p2QxRTvkKHQW2b6WxWb8pvtLkzZRNk9hhVxH3\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-23-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach private pools\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sports hall<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We also liked having access to a <strong>gym <\/strong>divided into two parts: the first part is dedicated to street workout, with pull-up bars, dips, a espalier, a monkey bridge, high bars, yoga mats, dumbbells, kettlebells, deadlift bars, elastics, etc. The second part is dedicated to the gym, with a gym, a barbell and a kettlebell.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-qqMMD5t\/0\/LsBsJhbmHKMVVbmJMTL9sXQt5S3pgdGsS5NkhGkjk\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-22-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach sport\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The second part is indoors, equipped with an elliptical trainer and Matrix bikes. You can also sign up for a group class, such as yoga, to get your day off to the best possible start. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-LKrBF7p\/0\/Kwdxj63H3m3TWMg4mQHZNWmN37XdSvxrhC5nFnVMc\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-32-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach gym\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spa<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, for the ultimate in relaxation, guests can take advantage of the hotel&#8217;s <strong>spa<\/strong>, which offers massages and body treatments to fully recharge their batteries during their stay.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-jsMGTXq\/0\/Mkf42NgBfgf6VsZc6tc6T462TN7Wm3FF9pKgN6WsX\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-34-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach spa\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The restoration<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We loved the hotel bar, offering a selection of wines, beers and spirits, as well as snacks and cocktails to relax and enjoy convivial moments with your feet in the sand.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-K4spPzq\/0\/KQG35kcTwcnFrSGwNWJnps9cSDPD4fKwRkV6JdwNP\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-29-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach bar\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the evenings, you can dine in the hotel restaurant, which offers a buffet of Cretan and Mediterranean dishes made with carefully selected local and seasonal produce. For example, you can enjoy fresh meat and fish cooked on site. But the buffet also makes room for vegetarian dishes, with a wide variety of vegetable preparations to suit all tastes!  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-kS3jHdc\/0\/MRXBf4L5fhb29MPqdMRVfjmTc4FSqB9Zc38h95f8C\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-13-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach buffet\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical information about Paralos Lifestyle Beach in Ammoudara<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Type<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Paralos Lifestyle Beach Hotel is a 4-star establishment ideally located on the shores of the Aegean Sea, on Ammoudara Beach.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#000000;color:#000000\"\/>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/lifestyle-beach.fr.html?aid=2420175\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See current offers at Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#000000;color:#000000\"\/>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where the hotel is located<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The establishment is located in the Ammoudara district, at 110 Avenue Andrea Papandreou.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>15min drive from Heraklion Airport,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Less than 1min walk from Ammoudara Beach,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>15min drive from Heraklion town center.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get there<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To explore the island, we strongly recommend renting a car as soon as you arrive at the airport. The hotel is easily accessible by car. Just take the main road 90. Then head towards Ammoudara Beach, before joining Avenue Andrea Papandreou, where the hotel is located, just 2 steps from the sea. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-62pQQ5m\/0\/NP88mp5N6XqNvQt8DwF5zMdXvdQSGgphGKHt3t8kJ\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-33-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach fa&#xE7;ade\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#f4e2e3\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#f4e2e3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\"> RENT YOUR CAR IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Crete<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list liste_voiture\">\n<li>Our preferred agency is <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rental-center-crete.com\/?RF=0042\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Rental Center Crete<\/a><\/strong><br\/>everything is included in the price and the service is excellent. No stress! <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a <strong>car <\/strong>with a decent engine for greater comfort on the few mountain roads.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Book early<\/strong> for choice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you prefer international brands, compare prices on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/en\/greece-crete?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=crete\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">DiscoverCars<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Palaiochora\/Drive-Mountains-to-Palaiochora\/i-3FB5j3D\/1\/Kj7Nt7cgMJrhqF2hG3FjcJg77Cvp8csFFZ3hkBMHN\/S\/mountains-crete-greece-5128-S.jpg\" alt=\"Driving in Crete\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#f4e2e3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons has-custom-font-size has-normal-font-size is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rental-center-crete.com\/fr\/?RF=0042\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:16px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">View cars &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-normal-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/how-rent-car-crete-tips-experiences\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1314\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See all our tips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parking<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The hotel does not offer parking. Parking is available in the surrounding streets.  Parking is free.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For people with reduced mobility<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We did not find the Paralos Lifestyle Beach hotel suitable for people with reduced mobility.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-7h4dPp7\/0\/MRFtCc7QszQbr9HWfqv69cBxLhgsHD8C5zD2L6Ng5\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-08-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach private terrace\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Paralos Lifestyle Beach family-friendly?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, this hotel is for adults only and has no family rooms.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Heraklion\/Hotels\/Paralos-Lifestyle-Beach\/i-RrSLDKk\/0\/KnJP2xG9KMbGN7ZsXJCD8B67Bt2L5fpPH2XpvJtkH\/L\/Paralos%20Lifestyle%20Beach%20Amoudara-21-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Paralos Lifestyle Beach playground for adults\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">PLAN YOUR TRIP TO <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Crete<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best of<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ul_box wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-crete-attractions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What to do in Crete<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/best-landscapes-crete-photos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful landscapes<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/best-cities-crete-towns\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1318\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful cities<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/best-beaches-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful beaches in Crete<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/best-archaeological-sites-crete\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1312\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best archaeological sites<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/best-museums-crete\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2082\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best museums<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/West-coast\/Elafonisi\/i-x5dSBxj\/1\/LrC3vJRwn2w2NNLJchz3z2Qrcs8TNRnmXhG2cNbPB\/S\/Elafonisi-beach-crete-greece-4929-S.jpg\" alt=\"Elafonis\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Practical advice<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><br\/>When to go? <br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/how-rent-car-crete-tips-experiences\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1314\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to rent a car in Crete<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/driving-crete-tips\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1313\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Driving tips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">Itineraries <br\/>Road trip: <a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/crete-road-trip-itinerary-10-days\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2509\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 days <\/a>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/crete-road-trip-itinerary-2-weeks\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2353\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2 weeks<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/crete-road-trip-itinerary-3-weeks\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2335\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3 weeks<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/where-stay-crete-best-areas\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1315\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Crete<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Drive-and-transport\/i-DJvTDGC\/1\/M9MhLCfzhPQxPX4q3dKsWZFhqQbbhSTwpzXrr8rNH\/S\/driving-crete-greece-3662-S.jpg\" alt=\"Driving in Crete\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The must-dos<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-chania-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1736\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attractions in Chania<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-rethymnon-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2079\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attractions in Rethymnon<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-heraklion-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attractions in Heraklion<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-matala-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2334\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Matala<\/a><br\/>Balos Lagoon <br\/><br\/> Spinalonga Elafonissi<br\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Crete\/Balos-Lagoon\/Balos-lagoon\/i-BB2sfDs\/1\/KTfRRrPdcrrf8XBRLFQ62Ms3GX8rtD6p9xRgqztr8\/S\/boat-lagoon-crete-greece-4525-S.jpg\" alt=\"Balos lagoon\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_auteur_voyage gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img_auteur_voyage\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cretelovers.com\/en\/morgane-mazelier\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Region-Lovers\/Equipe\/i-kx84ZJX\/0\/FgG3Lb9Xx2HBStC6R3PNXZZNj2Vvkx9vZBxQFL7NJ\/L\/morgane-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"titre_auteur_voyage\"><span>SHE MADE THE TRIP AND WROTE THE ARTICLE \n <\/span><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Morgane<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We loved staying at the Paralos Lifestyle Beach Hotel in Ammoudara. What makes this place so special is its exceptional location, literally on Ammoudara Beach, near Heraklion. In this article, you&#8217;ll find all the details of our stay, along with lots of photos , so that you too can be seduced by this delightful establishment! 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