The Royal Senses Resort

cretan. contemporary. authentic. local.
HOTEL
Kreta
PHOTO: NIKOS KONTOSTAVLAKIS/ANIMA VISION

Deep blue sea. A rugged landscape that looks as if it had landed on Earth from Mars. And in the middle of it all, the rocks behind it, the sea always in view, the Royal Senses Resort, part of Hilton’s Curio Collection.

The resort’s 180 rooms, suites and villas, ranging in size from 32 to 84 square meters, combine to create something like an ultra-luxurious vacation oasis. It’s all about leaving the daily grind behind, feasting your eyes on the waves, and coming to your senses by the pool.

For the interiors, Constantina Tsoutsikou of Studio Lost has strived for a contemporary Cretan authenticity. Much of the furniture comes from local craftsmen. Also nice are the dark metal finishes and sensual details like the leather-wrapped door handles.

The Pure Senses Spa with a spacious fitness area also has a sea view

Interior Design

Peppas N Architects

Design

Roca, Villeroy & Boch, Casamance, Vagenas

The Royal Senses Resort

Panormo Geropotamou, GR 740 57 Rethymno