BEYOND THE EXPECTED

  • Private Pool Suites & Villas
  • Royal Wellness Club
  • Private Helipad Access
  • Seafront Fine Dining

Some journeys begin at check-in. Nana Princess begins long before that.

 

A private airport concierge waiting beyond the aircraft door. A helicopter tracing the coastline from above. A chauffeur-driven arrival as the Aegean appears between olive groves and sea cliffs.

By the time the resort comes into view, luxury has already started to take shape.

 

Set directly on the waterfront near Hersonissos, Nana Princess belongs to a new generation of ultra-luxury resorts in Crete — one where privacy, technology, personalised service, and refined design work together with unusual precision. Private pool suites overlook the sea. Residences welcome direct vehicle access to the door. Wellness combines advanced diagnostics, longevity-focused treatments, cryotherapy, and personalised fitness. Fine dining unfolds beside the water. Yachts wait in nearby marinas. Golf courses, private aviation, and tailored island experiences sit naturally within the rhythm of the stay.

 

The architecture reflects this philosophy. Clean lines replace ornament. Glass opens toward the horizon. Interiors prioritise space, light, and effortless functionality. Luxury here feels engineered rather than performed — every detail designed to remove friction and create freedom.

 

Yet what distinguishes Nana Princess is not simply the level of comfort, but the degree of personalisation. Every stay can move differently. One itinerary may revolve around yacht charters, private beach days, and long lunches by the sea. Another may focus on wellness optimisation, recovery therapies, fitness coaching, and restorative living. Others arrive seeking privacy above all else — a private heated pool, a sea-view terrace, discreet service, and the feeling that the outside world has quietly stepped aside.

 

For us, Nana Princess works best when treated as a lifestyle base rather than a resort reservation. Private transfers, yacht access, wellness scheduling, golf tee-times, culinary experiences, and curated journeys across Crete are designed before arrival so that every element feels connected. The result is a stay defined not by activity, but by ease — where luxury is measured less by what is offered and more by how naturally everything falls into place.

Why We Love it

  • THE VILLA LIFE, REDEFINED
  • ULTRA-LUXURY WELLNESS
  • HELIPAD ACCESS
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Ioannis Georgiadis

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Nana Princess is where Greece's ultra-luxury lifestyle unfolds at its most private. From villa-style living and private heated pools to helicopter arrivals, personalised wellness, and discreet service, every detail is designed around freedom, privacy, and experiencing Crete entirely on your own terms.
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NANA IMPERIAL VILLA

630 M²
UP TO 14 GUESTS
6 BEDROOMS

The most exclusive ultra-luxury villa in Crete. Created by combining the Presidential Villa and Grand Royal Villa into one private estate, the Nana Imperial Villa offers a level of space, privacy, and lifestyle rarely found in the Mediterranean. Two heated private pools, two fitness rooms, a private spa, sauna, entertainment lounge, and expansive sea-facing living areas create a fully self-contained private world. For milestone celebrations, multi-generational travel, executive retreats, or those seeking the highest level of villa living in Greece, this is Nana Princess at its absolute peak.

Designer’s Insight: For Nana Imperial stays, we design the island around the villa. VIP airport assistance, luxury chauffeur service, private yacht charters, chef-hosted dinners, and tailored experiences reserved exclusively for your party. Every detail is coordinated before arrival so the experience feels effortless from the first moment.

From € / night

Amenities: 2 private heated pools · 2 private fitness rooms · Private sauna · Private spa · Man Cave entertainment area with billiards, arcade games, Pac-Man, jukebox & fully equipped kitchen · Multiple bedrooms · Smart lighting system · Chromotherapy technology · Bluetooth audio system · LCD TVs & mirror TVs · Nespresso machine · Minibar · Rain shower & freestanding bathtub · Walk-in closet · Pillow menu · Air conditioning · Safe · Daily housekeeping & turndown service · Butler available upon request

PRESIDENTIAL VILLA

230 M²
UP TO 7 GUESTS
3 BEDROOMS

One of the most impressive private villas in Crete, designed for those who prefer residential privacy without sacrificing five-star service. Three bedrooms unfold across two levels, centred around a heated sea-view pool, private fitness room, SweetSauna, and expansive outdoor living. Contemporary architecture, premium wellness features, and direct sea views position the Presidential Villa among the finest luxury villa accommodations in Greece.

Designer’s Insight: For this villa, we typically create a fully chauffeur-driven stay. A private guide for Knossos and Heraklion, a yacht day across the Gulf of Malia, reserved fine dining experiences, and complete logistical support allow the villa to function as a luxury base from which Crete reveals its most refined side.

From 1400€ / night

Amenities: Private heated pool (35 m²) · Private SweetSauna · Private fitness room · 3 bedrooms across 2 levels · Master bedroom with private balcony · Onlyx marble bathroom with freestanding bathtub · Sea views · Butler available upon request · Smart lighting system · Chromotherapy technology · Bluetooth audio system · LCD TVs & mirror TVs · Nespresso machine · Minibar · Rain shower & bathtub · Walk-in closet · Pillow menu · Air conditioning · Safe · Daily housekeeping & turndown service

GRAND ROYAL VILLA

380 M²
UP TO 7 GUESTS
3 BEDROOMS

Designed around entertainment, privacy, and contemporary luxury, the Grand Royal Villa introduces a more social interpretation of villa living. A private heated pool, expansive sea-facing interiors, and a dedicated entertainment level featuring billiards, arcade games, and a fully equipped kitchen create one of the most distinctive villa experiences in Crete.

Designer’s Insight: This villa works beautifully for celebratory stays. We often combine private chef evenings inside the villa, luxury yacht charters along the north coast, and curated driving experiences through Crete’s inland landscapes, creating a stay that feels both sophisticated and naturally coordinated.

From 1200€ / night

Amenities: Private heated pool · Entertainment basement with billiards, arcade games, Pac-Man & fully equipped kitchen · 3 bedrooms · Sea views · Smart lighting system · Chromotherapy technology · Bluetooth audio system · LCD TVs & mirror TVs · Nespresso machine · Minibar · Rain shower & bathtub · Air conditioning · Safe · Daily housekeeping & turndown service

BEACH & POOLS

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At Nana Princess, water is not simply part of the view — it is woven into the way the entire resort is experienced.

Private heated pools extend from suites and villas toward the horizon, while the secluded beach and crystalline coastline create a quieter relationship with the Cretan Sea than most luxury resorts. Mornings begin with uninterrupted swims. Afternoons drift between private terraces, waterfront lounging, and long stretches of sea-facing stillness

The atmosphere feels distinctly residential rather than resort-driven. Less about where the pool ends and more about how effortlessly the day unfolds around it.

For travellers seeking an ultra-luxury beachfront hotel in Crete with private pools, villa-style living, yacht access, and direct connection to the sea, Nana Princess delivers one of the most complete coastal lifestyle experiences on the island.

Restaurants & Bars

CARPE DIEM

The culinary heart of Nana Princess, where mornings begin with an expansive breakfast featuring international favourites and a dedicated Cretan Corner celebrating the island's ingredients and traditions. As daylight fades, the atmosphere shifts into a more refined register, with Michelin-curated à la carte dining, thoughtful wine pairings, and a setting that balances elegance with effortless ease.

MEAT-IN POINT

Positioned beside the pool, Meat-In Point brings a more relaxed expression of the resort's dining philosophy. Greek meze, fresh pasta, Mediterranean flavours, and lighter dishes create the kind of lunch that naturally extends into the afternoon. Informal in atmosphere yet precise in execution, it remains one of the most enjoyable daytime tables within the resort.

ETERNAL BLUE

Set directly above the water, Eternal Blue is Nana Princess at its most cinematic. Fresh seafood, daily sushi selections, and contemporary Mediterranean cuisine unfold against uninterrupted views of the Cretan Sea. As the light softens and the horizon turns gold, the restaurant becomes one of the resort's defining evening experiences.

ARTEMIS LOUNGE

Champagne at sunset. Rare whiskies and fine cigars after dark. Signature cocktails accompanied by uninterrupted views of the Cretan Sea. Artemis Lounge captures the social elegance of Nana Princess at its most refined — sophisticated without formality, exclusive without effort. More private club than hotel bar, it becomes the natural setting for the transition from day into night.

  • CARPE DIEM

    The culinary heart of Nana Princess, where mornings begin with an expansive breakfast featuring international favourites and a dedicated Cretan Corner celebrating the island's ingredients and traditions. As daylight fades, the atmosphere shifts into a more refined register, with Michelin-curated à la carte dining, thoughtful wine pairings, and a setting that balances elegance with effortless ease.

  • MEAT-IN POINT

    Positioned beside the pool, Meat-In Point brings a more relaxed expression of the resort's dining philosophy. Greek meze, fresh pasta, Mediterranean flavours, and lighter dishes create the kind of lunch that naturally extends into the afternoon. Informal in atmosphere yet precise in execution, it remains one of the most enjoyable daytime tables within the resort.

  • ETERNAL BLUE

    Set directly above the water, Eternal Blue is Nana Princess at its most cinematic. Fresh seafood, daily sushi selections, and contemporary Mediterranean cuisine unfold against uninterrupted views of the Cretan Sea. As the light softens and the horizon turns gold, the restaurant becomes one of the resort's defining evening experiences.

ROYAL WELLNESS

“Beyond Traditional Spa Culture.”

The Royal Wellness Club introduces a different vision of luxury wellness in Crete. Advanced diagnostics, personalised fitness programmes, cryotherapy, anti-ageing treatments, hydrotherapy, and recovery-focused therapies sit alongside more traditional spa rituals within one integrated wellbeing environment.

Rather than treating wellness as an occasional indulgence, Nana Princess approaches it as a lifestyle philosophy — combining innovation, prevention, performance, longevity-focused therapies, and recovery optimisation within one of the Mediterranean’s most advanced luxury wellness destinations.

SEAMLESS ARRIVAL

“From Aircraft Door To Private Pool.”

Nana Princess was designed around a simple idea: the most valuable luxury is continuity.

Private airport concierge services, VIP Meet & Greet assistance, luxury transfers, direct vehicle access to selected residences, and the resort’s private helipad create a level of arrival rarely found in luxury hotels in Crete. The transition from airport, yacht, or helicopter to private suite is designed to feel seamless, discreet, and highly personalised.

At Nana Princess, arrival becomes part of the luxury itself.

Facilities

LIFESTYLE MANAGEMENT

Nana Princess operates at its best when every moving part of the journey works as one.

Private yacht charters, golf reservations, restaurant bookings, wellness appointments, villa celebrations, luxury shopping requests, chauffeur services, and bespoke island experiences are coordinated through a single travel design approach rather than a collection of individual arrangements.

Our role is to remove complexity before it appears. Every reservation, transition, and experience is carefully aligned so the stay feels intuitive, seamless, and entirely personal from arrival to departure.

SUITES, VILLAS & LONGER STAYS

The accommodation philosophy at Nana Princess is intentionally residential.

Expansive suites, ultra-luxury vilas, private pools, wellness-focused features, generous outdoor living spaces, and selected categories with direct vehicle access create an experience that feels closer to private ownership than traditional hospitality.

This flexibility makes the resort particularly suited to extended escapes, seasonal stays, and travellers who value space, privacy, and personal routine without compromising access to world-class facilities and service.

YACHTS, GOLF & BEYOND

Nana Princess sits naturally within a world that extends far beyond the resort itself.

Private yacht experiences across the Cretan coastline, sailing days toward Dia Island, championship golf, helicopter transfers, luxury retail experiences, and exclusive access opportunities create a level of flexibility rarely found within a single destination.

For those who prefer travelling through experiences rather than schedules, the resort becomes a sophisticated base from which every day can evolve differently while maintaining the same seamless standard of comfort.

THE CRETAN RIVIERA, CURATED

Few luxury resorts in Crete are positioned so naturally between privacy and possibility.

From Nana Princess, championship golf, private marinas, fine dining destinations, archaeological landmarks, wine estates, and some of the island’s most beautiful coastlines remain comfortably accessible without requiring long journeys or constant planning.

Rather than encouraging travellers to do more, we focus on helping them experience better. The right route, the right timing, and the right balance between exploration and relaxation often become the difference between a busy itinerary and a memorable one.

FINE DINING & SOCIAL RHYTHM

Luxury at Nana Princess extends beyond individual restaurants and into the flow of each day.

A waterfront lunch that becomes an afternoon. Sunset cocktails overlooking the sea. Chef-led tasting experiences. Private villa dining. Long conversations over exceptional wines. Every setting offers a different atmosphere while maintaining the same sense of refinement.

Through our concierge lifestyle services, reservations, celebrations, special occasions, and personalised culinary experiences are planned around the rhythm of the stay, ensuring every table feels chosen rather than assigned.

CURATED CELEBRATIONS & GROUP ESCAPES

Few properties in Crete are better equipped for highly personalised group experiences.

Milestone celebrations, milestone birthdays, private buyouts, incentive travel, executive retreats, intimate weddings, and multi-family gatherings can be shaped around the privacy of the residences and the resort’s wider lifestyle offering.

Our team coordinates every moving element — arrivals, transfers, dining, yacht experiences, wellness scheduling, entertainment, and island exploration — allowing groups to enjoy a fully curated experience that feels frictionless regardless of its complexity.

ULTRA-LUXURY FAMILY LIVING

Nana Princess achieves something increasingly rare within contemporary luxury travel: it combines sophisticated adult-oriented luxury with exceptional family flexibility.

Multi-bedroom residences, private pools, personalised services, and seamless access to the wider Nana Hospitality ecosystem allow different generations to travel together without compromising privacy, comfort, or individuality.

For luxury family holidays in Crete celebrating meaningful occasions or travelling across generations, the resort provides a level of freedom and personalisation that few luxury hotels in Greece can match.

Location

Set on Crete’s northern coastline near Hersonissos, Nana Princess combines direct waterfront living with privileged access to some of the island’s most exclusive experiences, marinas, golf facilities, cultural landmarks, and private leisure opportunities.

Setting

Positioned on a private stretch of coastline between Heraklion and Agios Nikolaos, Nana Princess occupies one of the most strategically connected luxury locations in Crete.

The setting allows the privacy of a contemporary beachfront resort while remaining within easy reach of international air connections, luxury marinas, championship golf, cultural sites, fine dining destinations, and some of the island’s most desirable coastal landscapes.

For travellers who value both discretion and access, few luxury resorts in Crete offer such a balanced position.

Distances

  • Heraklion International Airport — approx. 25 km / 25 min drive
  • Private Helipad — on property
  • Hersonissos Centre — approx. 5 min drive
  • Crete Golf Club — approx. 10 min drive
  • Heraklion City — approx. 30 min drive
  • Knossos Palace — approx. 35 min drive
  • Agios Nikolaos — approx. 35 min drive
  • Dia Island Marina Departures — nearby access
  • Elounda — approx. 45 min drive

Sightseeing

From Nana Princess, Crete reveals itself through access rather than distance.

One morning may begin inside the private chambers of Knossos before the wider crowds arrive. Another may unfold among boutique wineries hidden in the hills of central Crete, where tastings feel more like introductions than appointments. Elsewhere, monastery roads climb into mountain landscapes that seem untouched by the coastline only a short distance away.

The geography of this part of Crete allows for constant reinvention. Ancient civilisations, contemporary gastronomy, vineyard culture, private marinas, mountain villages, and open-sea horizons all exist within a remarkably compact radius.

What makes Nana Princess exceptional is not simply what can be reached from here, but how effortlessly different worlds connect. A morning in a 4,000-year-old palace. A long lunch overlooking vineyards. A sunset return above the Aegean. By evening, the resort feels less like a destination and more like a private headquarters for experiencing the island at its highest level.

Through our travel design and concierge approach, every route is built around access, timing, and privilege — allowing Crete to reveal its most rewarding side without ever feeling rushed, crowded, or predictable.

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