Hotels in Crete, Greece

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Crete is the largest Greek island in the Mediterranean Sea, with a Mediterranean climate that brings hot, dry summers (averaging 86°F / 30°C) and mild, wet winters (around 55°F / 13°C). It's famous for the ancient Minoan civilization, so you can explore the Palace of Knossos near Heraklion, built nearly 4,000 years ago. In summer, head to the north coast for windsurfing at Elounda's protected bay or sunbathe on pink-sand beaches like Elafonisi; in spring and fall, hike the Samaria Gorge, a 10-mile trail through towering limestone cliffs. The west (Chania) offers Venetian harbor restaurants and coastal hikes, while the east (Agios Nikolaos) is quieter with small coves for swimming.