Imperial Belvedere Hotel

Hotel Overview

The Imperial Belvedere Hotel provides a stunning setting for your holiday. Standing on a hilltop surrounded by lemon, olive and palm trees and pretty flowering plants in Hersonissos on the beautiful island of Crete the nearest beach is 5 minutes away and the resort centre is within easy reach of the Imperial Belvedere in Crete. So for a relaxing holiday in the sun with everything close by, make it a holiday to Hersonissos.

The all inclusive hotel in Crete is 30 miles from Heraklion airport, which means transfer times to the resort are around 30 minutes – great if you're traveling with kids. The Imperial Belvedere Hotel has 340 rooms in total, spread between the main building and the bungalows in the hotel grounds, all with a balcony/terrace, satellite TV and air conditioning. Onsite there is an outdoor swimming pool, children's pool, children's entertainment and a kids club – great for keeping them occupied while you catch those all important rays by the pool. You will also find a gym, Jacuzzi, steam room, mini-golf course, games room, pool table and 24hr reception for those of you who want to check out the nightlife in the resort on your Crete holidays.

*Official star rating: 4**

##Location
Imperial Belvedere is just a 5 minute walk from the nearest beach or you could hop on the free shuttle bus service from the hotel. Why not try water skiing, wind surfing and paragliding or simply chill out in the sun. The resort centre, where you will find many shops, bars, restaurants and entertainment options, is within easy reach of the Imperial Belvedere Hotel. Hersonissos is home to Crete's first Aquarium; the kids will love the stingrays and octopus, as well as some interesting creatures such as turtles and alligators. Other fun things to do with the kids on your holidays to Crete include a trip to the largest water park on the island, Watercity Water Park where you can keep yourself busy all day with the thrilling rides and chutes.

A trip to Knossos is a must on your holidays; Hersonissos is within easy reach of this stunning Minoan Palace or you could visit the Lychnostatis Open Air Museum, where you can get a taste of Cretan life before tourism hit the island. For a lively night out look no further than the bustling resort of Malia or why not visit Heraklion for a spot of shopping or people watching? Golfers will be pleased to know there is an excellent desert-style golf course close to the resort too. So for a holiday that offers something for everyone, make it a holiday at the Imperial Belvedere in Hersonissos.

##Accomodation
All have balcony/terrace bathroom/shower WC air conditioning satellite TV mini fridge telephone safe hairdryer. Cots are available at an extra cost.

Please note: Some facilities payable locally.

##Eating and Drinking
The hotel has 2 restaurants, 2 snack bars, 2 lounge bars and 4 solar bay bars and terraces.

**All Inclusive Description**
1. Meals
A. Breakfast from 7:30-9:30 at the main restaurants “Minos” & “Dedalos”

Early Breakfast from 4:00 till 7:30 upon request

Full rich American breakfast buffet with show cooking served in the main restaurant from 7:30 to 9:30

Beverages during Breakfast
• Filter Coffee
• Chocolate
• Espresso
• Cappuccino
• Milk
• Variety of juices
• Tea (various flavours)
• Water by the glass

B. Snacks from 10:00-18:00 at the snack bars “Dimitra” & “Artemis”
Various snacks such as pizza, toasts, pop corn, ice-cream served at the snack bars from 10:00 till 18:00

C. Coffee & Cake from 15:30-16:30 at the snack bars “Dimitra” & “Artemis”
Cake and cookies served at the snack bars, from 15:30 until 16:30

D. Lunch from 13:00-14:30 at the main restaurant “Minos” & “Dedalos”
International buffet served at the main restaurant from 13:00 till 14:30

E. Dinner from 19:00-21:30 at the main restaurant “Minos” & “Dedalos”
International cuisine with show cooking serving in buffet style

Beverages during lunch & dinner
• Assorted soft drinks ( from post mix machines)
• House wine
• Local Draught beer
• Still water (served by the glass)

Drinks during all meals are self service.

2. Bars

Pool Bar Blue 10:00-1:00 Serving the all inclusive Beverage package
Snack Bar Dimitra 10:00-18:00 Serving the all inclusive Beverage package
Snack Bar Artemis 10:00-18:00 Serving the all inclusive Beverage package
Pool Bar Aeolos 18:00-1:00 Serving the all inclusive Beverage package
Main Bar Poseidon 18:00-1:00 Serving the all inclusive Beverage package
Pool Bar Apollon 18:00-1:00 Serving the all inclusive Beverage package

All inclusive Beverage Package

• Local Spirits (Tsikoudia, Ouzo, Brandy)
• Other Spirits (local brands) - Gin, Whisky, Vodka, Rum, Tequila
• Long Drinks – (local brands) - Gin, Whisky, Vodka, Rum, Tequila (Mixed with ice or soft drinks)
• Liqueurs (local brands)
• Wine by the glass (Red-Rose-White-Dessert)
• Draught Beer (local)
• Hot Beverages (Filter Coffee – Espresso – Cappuccino - Chocolate & Tea)
• Assorted soft drinks & juices
• Water (by the glass)

Beverage consumption is unlimited in all cases

##Swimming Pools
The hotel has an indoor and an outdoor swimming pool and a separate children's pool.