Capsis Elite Resort - The Lifestyle Collection
Heraklion, Greece
Overview
Capsis Elite Resort is made up of three hotels set on a private peninsular overlooking the Aegean Sea in the North of Crete. The Lifestyle Collection is the five-star art boutique hotel located at the centre of the resort ideal for spa and wellness guests. The Lifestyle Collection Hotel is made up of 68 suites overlooking the pool, sea or gardens. The resort has plenty of choice in terms of restaurants, bars and swimming pools so it never feels overcrowded and there's always somewhere to hide away. The spa offers rejuvenating spa treatments as well the 'Dukan Diet' which is an effective slimming programme. Also you have to try the unique 'Wellness Capsule' which is an infra red sauna perfect for detoxifying the body. The resort has it's own private beach and another public beach within walking distance so it’s ideal if you’re looking to escape for a relaxing holiday.
**Please note - the resort will close for winter on 20 September 2020 and will reopen for summer season in 2021.**
When to go
What we love
- The morning yoga sessions on the outdoor yoga deck with beautiful views over the ocean
- The Greek Mezze at the Seasalt & Rosemary Tavern is worth a visit to enjoy traditional Greek food whilst enjoying ocean views
- Walk only a few minutes in Agia Pelagia which is a traditional village full of quaint restaurants, bars and shops.
Who should go
- Independent solo travellers looking to de-stress and relax
- Couples wanting to enjoy keep busy on their escape – you will love all the water sports available here too
- Children are welcome at the resort and there’s a great kid’s club too.
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Offers
- Free spa credit €75 per person (min stay 5 nights)
- Free spa credit €100 per person (min stay 7 nights)
- Single traveller: 50% off for stays between 16 Sept - 31 Oct (only if booked with a wellness programme)
- Single traveller: 20% off for stays between 1 Jul - 15 Sept (only if booked with a wellness programme)
- Double/twin traveller: 10% off (only if booked with a wellness programme)
- Loyalty offer: Free airport transfers (min 7 nights, for all clients who have visited the hotel with us in the past)
Wellness
The Euphoria Spa is at the heart of the resort. The spa is dedicated to allowing you to relax and unwind and offers holistic treatments from rejuvenating body massages to anti-aging and slimming treatments. Head out to the peaceful garden to practice yoga on the wooden deck which is a real highlight.The 'Dukan Diet' is overseen by a professional team of doctors, clinical nutritionists and wellness experts who aim to tackle diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol and excess weight. The Dukan Diet was created by French nutritionist Mr Pierre Dukan who has a 4-step diet (attack, cruise, consolidate and stablize) and it's a very effective slimming programme.
Facilities include 10 treatment rooms, Finnish sauna, wellness capsule, outdoor yoga space, hammam, jet-shower rooms, indoor heated swimming pool, hammam, jacuzzi.
- Body scrub
- Thai massage
- Hot stone massage
- Anti-cellulite treatment
- Colon hydrotherapy
- Purifying face cleansing
Activities
- Wander through the botanical garden with it’s organic fruit, vegetable and flower garden
- Relax in the two beaches; Cladissos Beach is the main beach for hotel guests to use plus there is another public beach called Aghia Pelaghia
- 8 swimming pools
- Water sport centre offering jet-sking, water-ski, canoeing, scuba diving and fly-fish.
- Walk into the local fishing village of Aghia Pelaghia which has some local resturants, bars and shops
- 18-hole golf course
- Horse-back riding
- Hiking and trekking
- Mountain biking
Typical Group Classes
- Aqua aerobics
- Pilates
- Yoga
- Meditation
Sample Weekly Class Schedule
Please note - Classes are subject to change and seasonal adjustmentsRooms
There is a private en-suite bathroom with shower, bathrobes/slippers and complimentary toiletries.
Facilities include telephone, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat screen TV, hairdryer, air-conditioning, mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities, safety deposit box, and writing desk.
The One Bedroom Suite with Garden View is 45-50m2 and can comfortable accommodate up to 3 adults or 2 adults & 2 children up to 11 years old. It has a queen size or twin beds as well as living room with a double sofa bed. There is a private balcony with sea views.
There is a private en-suite bathroom with shower, bathrobes/slippers and complimentary toiletries.
Facilities include telephone, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat screen TV, hairdryer, air-conditioning, mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities, safety deposit box, and writing desk.
What’s on the menu
There are seven restaurants and seven bars in the resort, each with a different style and cuisine. Where possible, produce is locally sourced, and vegetables are organically grown in one of the three onsite greenhouses.
'All Inclusive' includes all meals and drinks. You have a choice of the a la carte restaurants.
'Dine Around' includes breakfast and dinner only. Drinks are not includes. You have a choice of the a la carte restaurants.
Location
Nearest airport
Heraklion Airport is approximately 20 minutes by car. The flight takes approximately 4 hours from London.
Families, Children & Infants
Everyone is welcome at this resort. There is a kid’s club and Minoan Mythological park with playgrounds for children.
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