Asterion Suites & Spa
Modern Cretan minimalism. Earthy tones, organic materials, and a polished boutique aesthetic. It skips the typical island pastels for a quieter, more considered look — the kind of place that would photograph well but doesn't feel performative about it.
The Panorama Suite's rooftop private pool is the most unique room — book it as early as possible, it sells out first
Why It Matters
One of the few strictly adults-only five-star properties on western Crete, with an unusual beachfront position facing a protected nature reserve island. Every room has a Nespresso machine and Marshall Bluetooth speaker as standard. The rooftop private-pool Panorama Suite is genuinely hard to find elsewhere in the region. The Orion Spa uses traditional Cretan ingredients — olive oil, aromatic herbs, aloe vera — and even features a seaside gazebo for treatments by the beach.
A five-star adults-only hotel sitting directly on Pyrgos Psilonerou beach on Crete's northwest coast, with straight-on views to the Saint Theodore Island nature reserve. Named after Asterion — the mythical first king of Crete — the fully renovated property has 66 rooms and suites done in a clean minimalist style: warm neutrals, organic textures, no stucco or faux-rustic touches. The higher-tier suites come with private plunge pools or swim-up access; the top Panorama Suite has its own rooftop pool facing the sea.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Deluxe Inland View
Bigger than the Superiors at 40–42 sqm, with a separate living area that houses the sofa bed. Sleeps up to 4. Good option if you want more space to spread out, though the garden view means you're not getting the sea.
Double bed and sofa bed · 41 sqmDeluxe Side Sea View
The 40–42 sqm Deluxe with a partial sea view from the balcony. Sleeps up to 4 with a double bed in the bedroom and sofa bed in the living room. The side sea view is angled rather than straight-on, but it's still the sea.
Double bed and sofa bed · 41 sqm
One-Bedroom Suite Swim-up
Step off the terrace straight into the shared pool — that's the pitch here. 40 sqm with a double bed in the bedroom and sofa bed in the living area, sleeping up to 3. Good value entry point into the suite tier if you want pool access without the price of a private pool.
Double bed and sofa bed · 40 sqmOne-Bedroom Suite with Private Pool
40 sqm of natural materials and earthy tones, with your own private pool on the terrace. Separate bedroom with double bed and en-suite, plus a living area with sofa bed. Natural materials and soft furnishings carry through the Cretan minimalist aesthetic.
Double bed and sofa bed · 40 sqmPanorama Suite Sea View with Roof Top Private Pool
The top of the house, and the most distinctive room in the hotel. A king-size bed, sofa bed, and 36–38 sqm of space — but the real selling point is the private plunge pool on the rooftop with full Aegean Sea views. Hard to find elsewhere in western Crete at this price tier. Sleeps up to 3.
King size bed and sofa bed · 37 sqmPremium One-Bedroom Suite with Private Pool
Same 40 sqm footprint as the standard private pool suite but with premium finishes and can sleep up to 4. The premium positioning suggests upgraded furnishings and fittings, though both share the same basic layout: bedroom, living room, private pool terrace.
Double bed and sofa bed · 40 sqmSuperior Inland View
The entry-level room, and it's a solid one. Garden views, 30–32 sqm, sleeps up to 3 on a double bed plus sofa bed. Private balcony or terrace included. All rooms come with Marshall Bluetooth speaker, Nespresso machine, LED satellite TV, mini bar, and 100% Egyptian cotton bedding.
Double bed and sofa bed · 31 sqmSuperior Sea View
Same footprint as the inland version (30–32 sqm) but with a proper sea view. Sleeps up to 3 on a double bed and sofa bed. A meaningful step up for not much more, especially if you're waking up to the Aegean.
Double bed and sofa bed · 31 sqmTwo Bedroom Suite
At 52 sqm, the largest of the non-pool suite options. Two bedrooms, two double beds, and a sofa bed — good for groups of friends traveling together since the rest of the hotel is adults-only anyway. Garden-facing.
Two double beds and sofa bed · 52 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Visit to the Archaeological Museum in the Chalepa district of Chania — a modern 12-acre building with a permanent exhibition covering Minoan, Mycenaean, and historical Chania from prehistoric settlements through to more recent history.
Guided tour of Chania's old town covering Venetian architecture, the Firkas fortress (built 1629, now houses the Naval Museum), and the 16th-century Venetian lighthouse at the end of the pier. About 15km from the hotel.
Visit to the world's oldest recorded olive tree in Ano Vouves, Kissamou — estimated 3,000–5,000 years old, still bearing fruit, with a trunk circumference of 12.5 meters. A proclaimed natural monument.
A nearly 20-hectare park about 18km from Chania with fruit trees, medicinal plants, and ornamental species from around the world. A 1–2 hour nature walk through planted hillside paths. The park has a notable burnt centennial olive tree as its centerpiece — a memorial to the 2003 fires.
A guided tour of the Botanical Park followed by cooking lessons from local village women who have been preparing Cretan recipes for generations. Learn traditional recipes in an authentic setting.
A cooking class up in the White Mountains using organic Cretan ingredients — fresh vegetables from the garden, extra-virgin olive oil, local dairy, aromatic herbs. Includes a walk through vegetable gardens, learning about local herbs and Cretan olive oil, and preparing traditional dishes by hand. Followed by Cretan wine and cheese pairing.
A visit to a family-owned traditional Cretan farmhouse with colonial-style outdoor seating and an organic garden. Guests pick raw ingredients from the garden, prepare a traditional Cretan meal cooked in wooden stoves and iron cauldrons, visit a local winery, and finish with traditional sweets and raki.
Tour of a family-owned award-winning winery with over 80 years of history in Pontikiana village, Chania — about 30 minutes from the hotel. The 150-acre estate produces wines from local and international varieties. Includes wine tasting areas and mezedes pairings.
Sailing experiences available through an external provider arranged by the hotel.
Scuba diving available through an external provider. The hotel can arrange it. Western Crete has good visibility and relatively uncrowded dive sites.
Two complimentary yoga morning sessions offered every week for hotel guests. Must be booked online in advance — don't leave it until after check-in.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Direct beachfront access to Pyrgos Psilonerou beach, which has both sandy and pebbled areas. Free sunbeds and umbrellas provided at the beach.
Fully equipped modern gym with weight training machines and cardio equipment.
Doctor on call, available upon request.
Free loyalty program offering extra discounts (10–15% for members), special offers, and exclusive privileges when booking direct.
Extensive lush gardens surrounding the property.
One main outdoor pool with sunbeds and umbrellas. Pool towels provided complimentary. Poolside beverage service included with the Lifestyle All-Inclusive plan.
Available 11:00–22:00, charged separately.
Available upon request at extra charge. Hotel is 35km from Chania International Airport.
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