InterContinental Crete by IHG | Hotel in Agios Nikolaos

| 9.2 (477 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  15 Bathrooms  44 Guests
Agios Nikolaos Town Hotel | InterContinental Crete by IHG

Hotel in Agios Nikolaos Town, Agios Nikolaos

Located at a prime seafront spot in the coastal town of Agios Nikolaos, InterContinental Crete offers breathtaking sea views over Mirabello Bay at a distance of less than one hour from the airport of Heraklion. With its sophisticated architecture and design, this new luxury retreat features a wide array of modern amenities including conference and wellness facilities. At the helm of the hotel's Greek eateries is the 2** Michelin starred Chef - Consultant Nikos Roussos. Elegant comfort dishes highlight the Chef’s commitment for modern Greek food and seasonality reflecting the Cretan culinary heritage. The 500m2 Spa Center offers a holistic approach that goes beyond beauty and focuses on health, stress-reduction, recuperation and wellbeing. Guests can enjoy activities that suit their particular interests, such as walking tours to archaeological sites, traditional villages, gorges, vineyards, olive groves and much more.

InterContinental Crete by IHG is located in Agios Nikolaos.

This 186 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Private Pool, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 477 reviews with the average score of 9.2 . Coming to Agios Nikolaos and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 186 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Agios Nikolaos. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This InterContinental Crete by IHG in Agios Nikolaos is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “InterContinental Crete by IHG”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Kids' meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Coffee house on site
  • Bar
  • Fruit
Parking
  • Parking
  • Street parking
  • Free parking
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Bathroom emergency cord
Activities
  • Fitness
  • Facial treatments
  • Body treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Massage
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Indoor pool (seasonal)
  • Fitness center
  • Couples' massage
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach
  • Full-body massage
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Live music/Performance
  • Steam room
  • Back massage
  • Neck massage
  • Hand massage
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Foot massage
  • Head massage
  • Sauna
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
  • Heating
Guest Services
  • Room service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Packed lunches
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Ironing service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • Valet parking
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Tour desk
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Concierge
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor pool (seasonal)
Security/Safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Swimming pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Rooftop pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool bar
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport drop-off
  • Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and free.

Pet-friendly policy: , dogs of max. 6 kg are allowed, subject to presentation of a vaccination certificate (mandatory). prior arrangement with the reservations department is required, kids club (seasonal operation) – kindly check with the reservations department for availability and further details, complimentary valet parking (20 min notice for car delivery).please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, swimming pool: closed from fri, feb 20, 2026 until tue, mar 31, 2026, swimming pool: closed from fri, feb 20, 2026 until tue, mar 31, 2026, swimming pool: closed from fri, feb 20, 2026 until tue, mar 31, 2026

License number: 1040K014A0067200

Reviews

Value for money:
9.16
Location:
9.63
Staff:
9.56
Facilities:
9.45
Comfort:
9.58
Cleanliness:
9.56
Tricia
Dec 29, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Classic King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 26 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

City view

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Hypoallergenic pillow

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator
Premium King Room with Individual Plunge Pool and Sea View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 35 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Hypoallergenic pillow

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool
Premium Twin Room with Private Plunge Pool - Sea View
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 35 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Premium Twin Room with Private Plunge Pool - Sea View

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Hypoallergenic pillow

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool
Classic Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 26 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

City view

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Hypoallergenic pillow

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator
Premium Twin Room with Private Plunge Pool and Sofa Bed - Sea View
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 35 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
Premium Twin Room with Private Plunge Pool and Sofa Bed - Sea View

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sofa

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Hypoallergenic pillow

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool
Premium King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 35 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

City view

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Hypoallergenic pillow

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator
Premium King Room with Shared Pool and Sofa Bed - Sea View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 36 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sofa

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Hypoallergenic pillow

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator
Premium King Room with Private Plunge Pool and Sea View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 35 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Premium King Room with Private Plunge Pool and Sea View

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Hypoallergenic pillow

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool
Premium King Room with Private Plunge Pool and Sofa Bed - Sea View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 35 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
Premium King Room with Private Plunge Pool and Sofa Bed - Sea View

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sofa

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Hypoallergenic pillow

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool
Premium Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 38 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

City view

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Hypoallergenic pillow

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator
Junior Twin Suite with Private Plunge Pool and Sea View
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 45 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Hypoallergenic pillow

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool
Premium King Room with Sofa Bed
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 35 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sofa

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

City view

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Hypoallergenic pillow

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator
One-Bedroom Suite with Individual Plunge Pool - Sea View
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 45 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sofa, Dining area, Sitting area

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Dining table, Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow
Junior King Suite with Sea View and Private Plunge Pool
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 61 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool
One-Bedroom Suite with Private plunge Pool - Sea View
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 65 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Shower cap, Slippers, Bathrobe, Shower, Conditioner, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Body soap

General

Trash cans, Laptop safe, Key card access, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sofa, Dining area, Sitting area

View

City view, View, Sea view

Kitchen

Dining table, Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed

Accessibility

Emergency cord in bathroom, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool
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