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Discover the Epitome of Relaxation At These Wellness Oasis's

Written by:
Sarah Culyer
Photography:
Jim Kalligas

Re-treat and Find Balance, One Yoga Pose as a Time in Crete's Ultimate Wellness Oasis.

ACRO Suites and Seaside A Lifestyle Resort brings balance and wellbeing to your holiday experience giving you the recharge and rejuvenation you need this summer.

With relaxation and wellbeing at the heart of every stay at ACRO Suites and Seaside A Lifestyle Resort, these unique adults-only destinations are the perfect sanctuary for travelers seeking to immerse themselves into a transformative holiday experience where they can recharge and rejuvenate. ​

Nestled amidst stunning natural surroundings, these twin properties are inspired by the rugged and ethereal Mediterranean coastline. The resort seamlessly blends luxury with wellness, providing an idyllic retreat that nurtures mind, body and soul.

ACRO Suites and Seaside A Lifestyle Resort is a haven dedicated to enhancing your wellbeing. From tranquil treatments in the Sea Cave Spa to invigorating workouts at the Asana Fitness Club, guests can tailor their stay to suit their needs and access the hotel's elite in-house trainers.

Guests wanting to unwind and explore their own wellness journey can do so in an inspiring sanctuary, where the calmness of the ocean brings a relaxing ambiance, with every aspect of the stay designed to offer the ultimate escape for personal balance and rejuvenation.

This summer, ACRO Suites and Seaside A Lifestyle Resort are hosting sound therapy events featuring the acclaimed sound therapist, Rob Sykes. These unique sessions promise a transformative experience designed to harmonise the mind and body:

Rob Sykes Sound Therapist Event

Rob Sykes, celebrated for his expertise in sound healing, will guide participants through an immersive journey using therapeutic sounds and vibrations. This event is perfect for holidays makers seeking relaxation, stress reduction, and overall wellness. Blending his musical expertise and natural rhythms with ancient practices, he creates an enigmatic space for self-discovery, with sessions available on 22 August, 26 September and 8 October. Explore the individual properties and their wellness offerings below for more.

ACRO SUITES

Holiday makers will find endless choices for a calming stay at Acro Suites, featuring 5 unique suites and 4 stunning villas, each with a private pool for ultimate relaxation and privacy. The architecture seamlessly integrates with Crete's rugged, rocky landscape, using stonework that complements the natural terrain. Every room has been thoughtfully curated to reflect the natural beauty of Crete, ensuring a harmonious blend with the surrounding environment.

The Bathhouse

Step into the Mediterranean's most therapeutic beauty secret. Inspired by ancient hammams, this timeless ritual is a center of calm and a master of healing energy. The Bathhouse provides an aromatic bath experience like no other. Guests can cleanse, calm and correct all negative energy in a space that’s designed with their comfort in mind, with access to the authentic Bathhouse, the dry sauna, an outdoor pool, a heated pool and impressive treatment rooms to fully unwind.

Asana Yoga Shala

Guests can practice relaxing yoga positions, into a journey of mindfulness. With the backdrop of the calming sea view, yoga shala is a center for healing, spirituality and self-love through meditation and yoga, with on-site instructors guiding guests through meditations that are scheduled daily.

Fitness House

Channel the restorative energy from this healing resort into your fitness routine, fostering harmony between body, mind, and spirit. Guests can work up a sweat in this professional workout studio with sea views.

A Calming Culinary Journey

ACRO Suites also extends its focus on wellness to its culinary offerings. With three restaurants available, there are diverse cuisines to satisfy all tastes. The main restaurant, Cremnos, emphasizes traditional Greek cuisine, aiming to create a 'nutritional haven' by using fresh, organic ingredients to craft well-balanced meals and snacks from classic Greek recipes.

For those wanting an all-inclusive element, then Seaside A Lifestyle Resort is the perfect getaway for wellness travelers and relaxation vacationists alike. Discover ultimate relaxation in an environment where everything is served with ease of mind and no extra costs.

SEASIDE A LIFESTYLE RESORT ​

With 245 rooms and suites, this all-inclusive in luxury and sublime comfort, with a boho-chic aesthetic and a blissful experience of Greek paradise. Each room has been curated with bamboo and stonework to bring all your island fantasies to light. An array of breathtaking pools glitter in the Greek sunshine around this luxury resort. With comfort being the centerpiece to this all-inclusive you can set your sights to Mediterranean sunsets and Cretan landscapes. ​ ​

The Sea Cave Spa

Guests can unearth their inner senses and bring true relaxation to the forefront in The Sea Cave Spa that draws inspiration from the rocky caves that are hidden around the island. With a world of wellness treats only a few footsteps away, the spa’s wellness offerings include; an ice fountain, an indoor pool with jets, a face care room, shia tsu, acupuncture, a hair and nail salon and more.

Asana Yoga Studio

In keeping with the Seaside approach to yoga, this studio with sea views is situated inside a serene meditation heaven. Guests can unwind and reconnect with their inner selves, enjoy daily guided yoga classes and mindfulness sessions.

Asana Fitness Club

Mindfulness is as much about the body as it is about the spirit. Guests can enjoy a well-rounded experience at this state-of-the-art fitness center. Feel their absolute best and make the most of the healing powers of this resort with the onsite gym facilities, as well as enjoy additional energising activities from the resorts mini basketball court, tennis court, padel court, and scuba diving and diving lessons

About ACRO Suites   

ACRO Suites is a 5* luxury boutique resort set on the rocky cliffside of Mononaftis Bay, in Crete, Greece.‘ACRO’ originates from the ancient Greek word ‘Akros/Akron’ which means ‘on the edge’ – where the wellbeing retreat is built. All suites and villas offer sea views. The property is home to 49 suites, lofts, and villas with private pools.  ACRO Suites is a 20-30 minutes' drive from Heraklion International Airport, the island’s capital. Mononaftis Bay, where the property stands, is in the picturesque area of Agia Pelagia; offering access to several beaches, seaside cafes and restaurants to be enjoyed.   

About Seaside A Lifestyle Resort

Seaside A Lifestyle Resort is situated in Agia Pelagia, Crete. This 5* luxurious, adults-only resort is situated upon the hillside of Mononaftis Bay with magnificent, surrounding views of the Aegean Sea. The complex features 245 rooms and suites some with private pools. There are four restaurants situated on the premises which offer various cuisines from around the globe as well as authentic Cretan dishes with local ingredients. There is a Cave Spa that offers a broad range of nourishing treatments. There is a fitness centre and full access to the Asana Yoga Shala. Heraklion International Airport is a 30-minute drive from Seaside. There are numerous beaches, and historic attractions and the town of Pelagia is a short drive away.   


By Liliana Alvarez

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