Easter at Minos Beach Art Hotel-Discover the true spirit
Spring in Greece is a time of renewal, warmth, and celebration. With stunning coastline, blooming landscapes, and sun-kissed shores, Crete is the ultimate destination for an Easter escape. At Minos Beach Art Hotel, the island’s original five-star waterfront hideaway, guests can immerse themselves in the vibrant Greek Orthodox Easter festivities while enjoying an idyllic Mediterranean retreat.
A week of enchanting Easter celebrations
Minos Beach Art Hotel invites guests to experience an exclusive Easter programme from 15th-20th April 2025. Blending relaxation with cherished local traditions, these celebrations promise a cultural journey like no other.
The festivities begin on 17th April, where guests can take part in traditional Cretan arts and crafts. Visitors can decorate the “Epitaphios” with floral petals while learning about its 100-year history, join an Easter egg-dyeing session using ancient techniques, and take part in an Easter pastries workshop.
Travellers eager for an authentic experience can witness the “Epitaphios” procession through Agios Nikolaos on Good Friday. Locals and guests alike gather for this moving ceremony, followed by a midnight celebration on Holy Saturday. As the clock strikes twelve, the Midnight Resurrection unfolds at Lake Voulismeni, featuring hymns by candlelight and spectacular fireworks. The night ends with a century-old tradition—the symbolic burning of Judas, representing renewal and cleansing.
On Easter Sunday, guests can indulge in a festive feast at Bacchus restaurant. The buffet features Cretan delicacies, an outdoor rotisserie station, and local wines. A five-piece band will provide the perfect soundtrack to an unforgettable evening of music and dance.
Easter at Minos Beach Art Hotel, Spring: the best time to explore Crete
Amidst the Easter festivities, spring is the ideal season to explore Crete’s natural beauty. April’s mild temperatures allow visitors to experience otherwise crowded sites in peace. The UNESCO-protected Vai palm forest leads to a spacious, serene beach, while the mountains of Kritsa offer incredible hiking trails. Guests can also discover the mythical Diktaean Cave in the Lasithi Plateau or wander through picturesque villages steeped in history.
For those wanting a deeper insight into Crete, Minos Beach Art Hotel offers an exclusive Cretan-style Safari. This adventure takes guests through rugged landscapes, hidden villages, and olive groves. Stops include Goat Valley and family-run farms, where guests can sample Cretan cheese, honey, and olive oil while learning about the island’s rich mythology.
A pristine hideaway by the sea
A distinguished member of Design Hotels, Minos Beach Art Hotel is Crete’s first five-star luxury resort. Stretching along two kilometres of coastline, the resort features 125 whitewashed bungalows, villas, and suites nestled among sand, rocks, and lush greenery. The hotel’s emblematic Sculpture Garden, curated by the G. & A. Mamidakis Foundation, showcases over 55 large-scale sculptural installations by renowned artists.
Guests can stroll along two private beaches and indulge in farm-to-table gastronomy crafted by award-winning chefs. With the stillness of the mountains, the deep Aegean blues, and warm Cretan hospitality, Minos Beach Art Hotel offers a truly unforgettable Easter retreat.
Nightly rates at Minos Beach Art Hotel start from £220. For more information, visit www.minosbeach.com.
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