The 5-star Fodele Beach & Water Park Holiday Resort is located on a hill, with a beautiful view of the sea and the surroundings, near a private sandy beach marked with the "Blue Flag". The hotel is built in the style of a sports village, consists of a main building and bungalows, surrounded by a picturesque garden. The hotel’s rooms and suites are distinguished by their elegant style, are well-equipped, combine modern design and at the same time reflect the centuries-old culture of the island. The hotel serves its guests in the "all inclusive" system. At the three restaurants of the Fodele Beach, guests can enjoy a wide selection from Greek to French cuisine, traditional fresh fish to Italian gastronomic delights. All restaurants have terraces, which allows guests to enjoy fine dining outdoors. Great entertainment for the whole family is guaranteed by an aqua park with the most exciting water rides on Crete: 7 water shelters and 6 fresh water pools with terraces for sunbathing. In the evenings, there are various entertainment events, music and folklore shows with live music and dancers. For the young guests of the hotel, there is a mini club and mini disco, a playground and children's pools, exciting educational activities and an animation program. The wellness center offers comprehensive treatments and therapies for stress relief, recuperation, anti-aging care with environmentally friendly and natural products. For lovers of the outdoor, the hotel offers a wide range of activities: a state-of-the-art gym with exercise equipment and treadmills, water sports, basketball, volleyball, tennis courts and mini golf, archery and much more.
WATERPARK
Fodele Beach is awarded by Trivago as one of the best hotels in the world with their own waterpark. The waterpark is certified under the safety standards.
WATER SLIDES
One Body slide (length 78,67m) (Can be used by parent + child together)
One Freefall Slide (length 36,23m)
One Kamikaze (length 36,17m)
Three Multislides (length 29,14m each) (Can be used by parent + child together)
One Black Hole (length 72,27m). Inside and outside is black except of several color rings in the inside. (Can only be used with a swimming ring)
Rafting Slide (length 81,84m) (Can only be used with a swimming ring)
Compact Slide (length 36,27m)
All the pools due to safety and regulation rules have maximum depth of 1,20m.
During the start as well as the finish of the slides a specialized team of lifeguards is there to supervise and to determine the right way of operation of the games.
Total surface area of pools: 950 m2
KID’S ANIMATION
An ‘Octopus’ which is consisting of little slides and a ‘Mushroom’ which springs water, as well as a kids pool till 5 years old and a separate children’s pool.
SNACK BAR ‘WINDMILL’
The snack bar in the water park with a separate seating area, where guests can relax and enjoy the view of the bay, offers guests drinks, snacks, salads, fruits, cookies and coffee (operating hours: 10.30-18.00)
OTHER FACILITIES
Several fitting rooms, WCs, and showers
MAIN RESTAURANT BASILIKOS
Early Breakfast: 05.00-07.00 (Buffet style) Upon request one day in advance at reception
Breakfast: 07.00-11.00 (Full buffet + Show Cooking)
Lunch: 12.30-14.30 (Buffet + Show Cooking)
Dinner: 18.30-21.30 (Buffet + Show Cooking)
Late Dinner: 21.30-23.00 (Light Buffet, snacks)
Beverages: water, soft drinks, juices, local beer & local wine.
Lunch baskets available upon request at reception one day in advance until 19:00
Every Monday Evening Greek BBQ Buffet
"F" ALL DAY RESTAURANT
10.00-18.00 - Snacks
12.30-15.00 - Varius choices of pizza, pasta, snacks, salads, show cooking, grill, fruits.
16.30-17.30 - coffee, tea and cookies.
THEME RESTAURANTS
CRETAN RESTAURANT ELIA
Dinner: 19.00 – 22.00 (Cretan cuisine)
Beverages: alcoholic drinks and non-alcoholic drinks (water, beer, wine, sodas etc.)
ITALIAN RESTAURANT AMBROSIA
Dinner: 19.00 – 20.00 (Italian cuisine)
Beverages: water, soft drinks, juices, local beer and local wine.
Once per week, for each guest for each Theme Restaurant, reservation is required.
Wine list available on extra charge.
Smart dress code is required for dinner.
BARS
"BREEZE" COCKTAIL BAR
Self Service: 17.30-01.00 (At the lobby area / International and local alcoholic drinks (brand names), aperitifs, liquers, long drinks, digestives, cocktails, water, soft drinks, juices, local beer & local house wine, coffee & tea)
STARLIGHT BAR
Operating hours: 10.00-01.00 (At main plaza area / Self Service / Open air bar, weather permitting). Operating June to September.
10.00-17.30 - Soft drinks , juices, water, coffee & tea, vermouth, raki, ouzo, specific long drinks, local beer & house local wine)
17.30-01.00 - International and local alcoholic drinks (brand names), aperitifs, liquers, long drinks, digestives, cocktails, water, soft drinks, juices, local beer & local house wine, coffee & tea)
FRANKIE BEACH CLUB
Operating hours: 10.00-18.00 ( Self Service / open air, weather permitting / Soft drinks, juices, water, coffee & tea, vermouth, raki, ouzo, specific long drinks, local beer & local house wine / Light snacks & fruits)
SPORT
Water park: Private, for hotel guests only, with 7 slides and 6 pools (Open daily 10.30-18.00, weather permitting / Water park and procedures are certified by ISO EN 1069-1&2: 2010 &EN 1176-1, supervised by professional safety guards)
Gym - Fitness Room: (Operating hours: 08.00-20.00) Modern and brand new machines, run/jog corridor, chest press, arm extension, bike-synchro-recline, arm curl, overhead press, lat pulldown, leg curl, leg extension / Personal training is also available / Children under 16 years old are not allowed to use gym facilities, even if accompanied by adults.
Other: tennis court (one hour a day with a reservation one day in advance), mini golf, table tennis, mini football, basketball court, beach volley, archery, boccia, Water polo, darts, gymnastics, aerobics, aqua gym.
There might be a time limit in the use of the sports facilities and equipment.
ENTERTAINMENT
Folklore Cretan or Greek live band with dancers / “Cuban” or “3 tenors” show / Live pop band music / Hotel’s animation team show / “Comedy” or “Acrobatic” Show
FOR KIDS
Mini Club 4-12 years old (10.00 -18.00 / 6 days pre week)
Mini Disco (20.30 -21.30 / 6 days per week)
ADITTIONALY
Free Wi-Fi in all hotel areas, free sunbeds and umbrellas on the beach, Beach towels (change every day).
The hotel reserve the right to make changes to all facilities and services mentioned in this description without any prior notice.
All-inclusive is a personalized service. All-inclusive guests can consume unlimited portions of food & beverages only inside the main restaurant.
All guest (children also) should wear an anti-allergic hotel wristband from the reception (for the whole stay), to enjoy the “all-inclusive” services.
All Inclusive is valid from 07.00-23.00, alcoholic drinks 10.00-23.00
Double Garden View
Double rooms with garden view. These are new rooms with one double bed or two single beds. Bathroom with shower. Furnished balcony.
New: Interior design can be in the style of "Elegant" or in the style of "Africasa".
Double Garden View for Single Use
Double rooms with garden view. These are new rooms with one double bed or two single beds. Bathroom with shower. Furnished balcony.
Double Sea View
Double rooms overlooking the sea. These are new rooms with one double bed or two single beds. Bathroom with shower. Furnished balcony.
New: Interior design can be in the style of "Elegant" or in the style of "Africasa".
Family Suite 2Bedrooms
Built in 2014, very spacious with all the modern amenities that meet all the requirements of a family holiday. It has two bedrooms, a living area and two bathrooms. One bedroom for parents with a double bed and a separate bathroom (with sliding doors) and a second bedroom with two single beds for children and a bathroom. The suite also has a very spacious terrace next to the magnificent garden.
New: The interior design of family suites can be based on the concept of "Violet" or "Africasa".
Double Sea Front
Spacious open-plan rooms with a king-size double bed and a large double sofa bed located in the living area. Bathroom with bath. Spacious furnished terrace.
Maisonette
Elegant Double Room Mountain View
Double rooms with mountain views. These are new rooms with one double bed or two single beds. Bathroom with shower. Furnished balcony.
Elegant Double Room Sea View
Double rooms with sea views. These are new rooms with one double bed or two single beds. Bathroom with shower. Furnished balcony.
Double for Single Use
Double rooms may be overlooking the garden or the sea. These are new rooms with one double bed or two single beds. Bathroom with shower. Furnished balcony.
Sun Room
New rooms are designed in an elegant modern style. The spacious room has a double bed and a small sofa bed. The bathroom is equipped with shower. All rooms in this category have a balcony with sea view or side sea view.
Sunset Room
Two-room new rooms in an elegant modern style. In one room there is a large double bed, in the other there are two sofas that can serve as a bed for children. Air conditioning and TV in every room. Rooms are separated by a door. The bathroom is equipped with shower. All rooms in this category have a balcony with side sea views or garden views. Ideal for couples and families.
Standard Suite
Two-room suite has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The bedrooms have a king size bed and a large folding sofa. Each room has a living / dining room with a spacious balcony or terrace overlooking the beach and pool. Bathrooms are equipped with shower.
Family Superior
The perfect room for a family holiday. Most of the rooms are brand new (construction 2014). Family rooms include two bedrooms and one bathroom. One bedroom has a double bed and with sliding doors, the second (communicating) with two single beds. Bathroom with shower. Furnished balcony.