LOCATION – HERAKLION CRETE
Set on Crete’s captivating north coast, Amirandes enjoys a privileged seaside location with easy access to Heraklion and the island’s celebrated cultural landmarks. From the Palace of Knossos and traditional Cretan villages to mountain landscapes and beautiful beaches, the resort is ideally placed for discovering the character and heritage of Crete.
KNOSSOS
Discover Knossos, the legendary heart of Minoan Crete and one of the island’s most important archaeological sites. Explore its grand courtyards, chambers and vivid architectural remains, revealing the fascinating world of one of Europe’s earliest civilisations.
FESTOS
Journey south to Festos, an ancient Minoan palatial centre overlooking the fertile Messara Plain. Its impressive ruins, monumental stairways and open courtyards offer a fascinating glimpse into Minoan life, framed by sweeping views of the Cretan landscape.
GOLF CLUB
Set amid the hills of Hersonissos, the Crete Golf Club offers an 18-hole course surrounded by rugged Cretan scenery and distant sea views. Just a short drive from Amirandes, it combines championship golf with the tranquillity and natural beauty of the island.
HOW TO GET THERE
Amirandes is located on Crete’s north coast, approximately 18 km from Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER), around 16 minutes by car. Heraklion Port is 23 km away, approximately 23 minutes, while Heraklion town is also 23 km from the resort, around 25 minutes by car. Private transfers, taxis and car hire provide convenient access to the resort.
