The Sea Side Resort & Spa is conveniently located on a hill overlooking the gulf of Mononaftis close to the popular village of Aghia Pelagia in Crete. Only 80 m from the beach, this 5 Star vacation retreat is perfect for couples and families looking for warm hospitality, plenty of onsite leisure and sports facilities, and accessibility to the beach in a quiet and peaceful neighbourhood. There are 246 tastefully furnished guestrooms in various sizes surrounded by lovely gardens. Guests of the Sea Side Resort & Spa can enjoy delicious meals, relax by the pools or at the Spa, practice water sports at the main beach 2.5km (15 minutes walk) away, or just laze around your comfortable room! Due to the hillside location of this property it is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or those with walking difficulties. Getting to the hotel: Heraklion Airport is 28 km from the Sea Side Resort & Spa. Local Tips: Located just 22 km West of Heraklion city centre the area has lots of marvellous beaches, historical attractions, and delightful little villages to explore with a variety of restaurants and bars. There is a daily public bus service which passes through the resort centre of Agia Pelagia on its route to Heraklion. Please note: Due to the hillside location of this property it is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or those with walking difficulties. FACILITIES:Food, drink and entertainment: All Inclusive accommodation. The Sea Side Resort & Spa has a main theme restaurant with large terrace (fully renovated) serving buffet meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There is also a Chinese Restaurant (with reservation once per stay), Kullinarium Gourmet Restaurant with international cuisine (payment required), the Snack Bar with self service only for lunch, a Main Bar, two Pool Bars, and a TV lounge with Satellite TV. Please Note: The hotel operates a strict dress code (smart casual) for evening dinner and men must wear long trousers. Sports, games and activities: There are two main pools, an active swimming pool with outdoor Jacuzzi and separate baby pool, relax pool with a panoramic view of the sea, sun beds and umbrellas (free of charge at the pool area), fitness and aerobic room, exterior aerobic area, spinning bicycles, tennis, table tennis, basket ball, volleyball, 6 days Light International Animation program during day and night, Mini Spa Centre with 5 programs indoor hydrotherapy, swimming pool heated (till 15th of May and after 15th of October), sauna, steam bath, 2 rooms for body massage, 1 room for face care, hairdresser saloon (by appointment and at extra charge in Agia Pelagia village), relax room, and health gym. Extra activities with charge are Scuba diving, diving lessons, Spa services such as Massage, Sauna, Steam bath, face treatment, manicure, pedicure, heated indoor pool, and Billiards & Electronic games. The Hotel offers a discounted pricing scheme for Spa treatments for guests. There is a scuba diving demonstration held weekly at the hotel by the local licenced Diving Centre. For the Kids: Mini club (from 4 years to 10 years), separated children's pool, children from 6 to 12 years old at the pools under parent's attendance only, children's playground, high chairs, baby cots, special children's dinner time, short distance to the beach, rooms suitable for families. Milk warmer, Baby Phone, and microwaves available with deposit. Additional: 24 hour reception with lobby and panoramic sea view, mini market with international press, conference room up to 200 persons, Internet corner (free of charge), WiFi internet in the public areas (free of charge), room service (at extra charge), babysitting on request with charge. The all inclusive formula bars serve (from 10.00 till 23.00) a choice of local spirits, cocktails, long drinks,beers, local wine, filter coffee, Nescafe, espresso, cappuccino, ice coffee, cacao,  tea soft drinks and  juices. Imported Premium drinks and fresh juice are with charge.