Location

Paul-Marie is a hotel which is located in Analipsi Hersonissos just a 3-minute walk from the Blue Cretan Sea of the Mediterranean. Analipsi is a small traditional village full of olive trees, impressive flower gardens, idyllic sunsets, and breathtaking sceneries. Τhe geographical position of the village is ideal for exploring Crete as it is located in the middle of the island. On the other hand, the summer Lifestyle combines the tranquility which characterizes Analipsi at the beginning of the season and the liveliness of the cosmopolitan center of Hersonissos during the summer months.

Sightseeing in the area

Τhe capital of Crete, Heraklion, is 25 minutes away from the hotel by car, by private or public transport. The buses run every quarter during the high season and every half an hour during the low. The bus station is a 5-10 minute walk from the hotel. The Centre of Hersonissos is located 5 km away and is a place, with lots of shops and a very vivid nightlife, thus you can find here many pubs, clubs, and cosmopolitan restaurants.

CretAquarium
Lychnostatis museum
Lyttos beach tennis courts
Acqua Plus Water Park
Istron
Heraklion city
Knossos
The Archaeological Museum of Crete
Plateau of Lasithi
Agios Nikolaos
Spinalonga

CretAquarium

One of the largest and most modern aquariums in Europe, CretaAquarium is geographically located on the northwestern part of the former American military base of Gournes just 5 minutes away by car. A tour guide or an audio guide may be considered.

CretAquarium

Lychnostatis museum

Lychnostatis is an open Air Museum in Hersonissos. It was established in July 1992, based on private collections. The museum contains a variety of artifacts and structures related to Cretan folk tradition and ethnology, economic activity and culture, nature, and the environment. A number of performances take place in the museum, including the “Traditional September” annual event, Greek dancing performances, as well as grape and wine tasting events.

Lyttos beach tennis courts

Lyttos Beach is a hotel located in the east part of Paul-Marie, which has 22 luxurious tennis courts that could satisfy any amateur and professional player. Some of these courts have different tennis surfaces (hybrid clay, hard courts, as well as padel courts) for all tastes. In addition, every spring and autumn Lyttos Beach organizes ITF professional tournaments, welcoming professional players from all over the world, and giving them the opportunity to increase their international ranking in ATP and WTA. Apart from the professional adult lessons, it offers junior lessons for kids and Tennis training for families.

Acqua Plus Water Park

Aqua Plus Water Park is a 10-minute drive from the hotel. You could go by car or public transport (the bus station is a 5-minute walk). The water park offers lots of games, facilities, and more than 50 different slides, for adults and children. There are qualified lifeguards and doctors on-site in case of emergency.

Istron

A place in Eastern Crete with some of the most beautiful sandy beaches on the island.
Istron is renowned to the locals for its peaceful coves and for its crystal clean water.
It's located near to the city of Agios Nikolaos.

Heraklion city

The largest city of Crete and one of Greece’s major urban centers. Heraklion is a city with five thousand years of rich history. The ‘Old Town’ area of Heraklion, the churches, the ancient palace of Knossos, and the Venetian port are some places you shouldn't miss if you are planning to visit the city.

Knossos

Knossos is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site in Crete and according to some historians, Europe’s oldest city. The city is said to exist for 9000 years and the palace of Knossos was the political center of the Minoan civilization. It appears as a maze of workrooms, living spaces, and storerooms close to a central historical square. This is definitely, a historical site worth visiting and an important place where Ancient Greek civilization has been evolved throughout the centuries.

The Archaeological Museum of Crete

The Archaeological Museum is located in the City of Heraklon and it's one of the most significant in Europe as its impressive exhibits cover a period of 5.500 years and most of them are originated from the Palace of Knossos

Plateau of Lasithi

A big area where according to the Greek Mythology, in One of its caves called “Diktaion Andron”, Zeus, the Father Of the Olympian Gods was born. In the foothills of its mountains, there are eighteen small villages, where the traditions are kept still alive. In the middle of the Plateau, the local people grow all kinds of vegetables and fruits which are known for their quality and their taste. The ascent for Visiting Plateau of Lasithi lasts 1 hour and is recommended to be made by car

Agios Nikolaos

Known as “the Saint-Tropez “ of Crete, Agios Nikolaos is a city with many traditional fishing boats, picturesque cobbled streets, and a famous lake with countless myths and legends written for its depth. It's the biggest cosmopolitan city on the East Part of the island and is located 30 min away from the hotel.

Spinalonga

Spinalonga is a small island protected by Venetian Walls where exiled lepers built their own hospital, their own school, created their own community, and made dreams to return to their motherland.
It's famous for its love stories written by foreign poets and writers and for its wild natural beauty.
The access can be made by boat from the village “Plaka” which is located 35 min from Paul-Marie.