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In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 68 guest reviews of Stella Blue Seaside Resort. Guests in the sample highlight Service & staff, Food & restaurants and Condition & cleanliness. The most common complaints: Many find the dinner buffet repetitive and the theme nights unadventurous. Loungers are reserved with towels very early in the morning, and the rule against it isn't enforced.

Crete, Greece

Stella Blue Seaside Resort

5-Star Hotel

Stella Blue is a charming adults-friendly beach hotel in the beautiful village of Analipsis.

Catering to guests aged 12 and up, this serene haven is perfect for those seeking a relaxing getaway. The hotel boasts elegantly designed rooms with private balconies that offer stunning sea or garden views.

Guests can unwind at one of the three inviting bars or indulge in delectable cuisine at the two on-site restaurants, serving local and international dishes. With two sparkling pools and a tranquil spa, Stella Blue provides the perfect setting to relax or rejuvenate. Just steps away from pristine

sandy beaches, it’s an ideal destination for those looking to escape and unwind in the beauty of Crete.

5-Star Hotel
Crete, Greece
13.9 km to Heraklion Airport (HER)
2 swimming pools
Free Wifi
Beachfront
Free parking
Spa
3 restaurants

Facts we have checked

  • All inclusive
  • À la carte included
  • Premium drinks included
  • Sea-view rooms
  • Spa

Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews

Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 10 October 2026 · How we review hotels

Stella Blue Seaside Resort suits adult and teenage travellers seeking a tranquil beachfront atmosphere. Warmly reviewed on Booking and Google, the resort offers direct access to Analipsis beachfront and multiple dining venues. Note that age restrictions exclude young families as the property only caters to ages 12 and up.

Stella Blue Seaside Resort is a refined, adults-friendly destination situated on the coast of Analipsis. The property emphasizes a quiet, wellness-oriented experience through its multi-pool layout and dedicated spa facilities. It is particularly well-suited for travelers seeking a structured coastal retreat away from the busier tourist corridors of Hersonissos.

Guests score it 9.2 out of 10 — the average across the 53 hotels we list on Crete is 9.1.

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The 30-second verdict

  • Stella Blue Seaside Resort is praised for its incredible aesthetics and design. Every detail, from the interior décor to the atmosphere, contributes to a modern and luxurious feel that guests adore. It's a feast for the eyes and perfect for those who appreciate beautiful surroundings.
  • Guests describe the staff as "lovely", "attentive", "exceptional" and "friendly". Many highlight how helpful and accommodating the staff are, which contributes to a personal and memorable stay.

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  • Travellers wanting quiet and design in one place
  • Travellers who want quiet over resort bustle
  • Travellers who notice architecture and interiors

Rooms & which one to pick

  • Comfort Double Room1 queen bedsleeps 224 m²Free Wi-FiAir conditioningFlat-screen TV
  • Comfort Triple Room1 sofa bed and 1 queen bedsleeps 325 m²Free Wi-FiAir conditioningFlat-screen TV
  • Comfort Room with Jacuzzi1 queen bedsleeps 224 m²Free Wi-FiAir conditioningFlat-screen TVJacuzzi
  • Luxe Room with Pool View1 sofa bed and 1 queen bedsleeps 325 m²Free Wi-FiAir conditioningFlat-screen TVPool view
  • Luxe Room Swim Up1 sofa bed and 1 queen bedsleeps 325 m²Free Wi-FiAir conditioningFlat-screen TVSwim-up access
  • Comfort Triple with Jacuzzi1 sofa bed and 1 queen bedsleeps 325 m²Free Wi-FiAir conditioningFlat-screen TVJacuzzi

Room types as listed on Booking.com; availability varies by date.

Prices at Stella Blue Seaside Resort

When we last checked (8 October 2026), a 2-night stay for two adults cost from €317 in total (€159 per night).

Prices sampled daily by Tripplo for a two-adult stay about a month ahead, in EUR. Your dates may differ — use the price check to see live availability.

Typical price per night: €282. Lowest €159 (check-in 6 Nov), highest €449 (check-in 19 Oct).

Friday and Saturday check-ins cost about the same per night as the rest of the week.

Price per night for check-ins from 26 Sept to 7 Nov, measured daily by Tripplo for 2 nights and two adults, one month ahead.

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What guests say

Reviews from Google
last month
“We recently stayed at Stella Blue for my friend’s bachelor party, and we couldn’t have picked a better place! 💯 From the moment we arrived, the service was truly outstanding. Every single member of the staff was incredibly warm, friendly, and always ready to help with a smile. They really went out of their way to make our stay feel special. Two absolute highlights of our trip: The Spa: We treated ourselves to a spa treatment, and it was pure magic! It was the ultimate relaxation experience for our group. The Food: Everything was delicious, but you must try the Ocean à la carte restaurant. The food there was on another level and easily one of the best meals of our trip! Thank you to the entire team for making our celebration so memorable. We’ll definitely be back!”
— Eva Siganou
2 months ago
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an absolutely fantastic stay at Stella Blue Seaside Resort and would happily return. The views are simply stunning, the hotel is spotless throughout, and every member of staff we encountered was incredibly friendly, welcoming and always happy to help. The food was also excellent, with plenty of choice and something different every day, so it never felt repetitive. Before travelling, we’d read a few reviews mentioning a lack of sun loungers, but that wasn’t our experience at all. As long as you were around the pool by about 10am, there were still plenty of loungers available, so we never had any issues finding somewhere to relax. A special mention has to go to the amazing barman at Anima by the smaller pool. He made our holiday even better with his warm personality, friendly service and genuine enthusiasm every day. He’s a real credit to the hotel and made everyone feel welcome. Overall, Stella Blue Seaside Resort exceeded our expectations. Beautiful surroundings, fantastic food, impeccable cleanliness and exceptional staff made for a wonderful holiday. Highly recommended!”
— Dean Sanders
6 months ago
“At first glance this hotel looks beautiful, the pool area looked really nice and we received a lovely greeting. We found most of the staff there very friendly and polite. All the time we were there the snack bar by the pool wasn’t open due to the weather, however a bit of wind shouldn’t have affected that. We were All Inclusive and even though there was plenty of choice of food in the one restaurant, most of the time it was cold (pizza, beans etc). The cleaning in our room left a lot to be desired. When we arrived we had to get them to change the sheets because there were insects crawling on them, they never filled the coffee/milk up I had to ask for more everyday and they hardly cleaned the surfaces or floors. The pool area was lovely, however when we arrived on the 30th March right until a few days before we left the pool was never cleaned, even after the sandstorm. There was lots of sand in the pool and it wasn’t nice. The drinks we had were really nice, including cocktails and wine. There wasn’t anything to do around the hotel because everything was shut and it was quite a walk. The beach across the road wasn’t the nicest. They didn’t have any activities going on during the day (which was advertised) and weirdly the entertainment at night, which was just music playing or a singer, was in the reception area and there wasn’t enough seating. Normally hotels, especially 4 star ones have another room for entertainment and we didn’t expect much but it could have been better and not so repetitive.”
— Jane Woodford
3 months ago
“The most amazing 10 day stay at Stella Blue. All staff went above and beyond to make the stay as comfortable/ enjoyable as possible. In particular Maria and Yiannis Moulkiotis who were both incredible and very friendly. We stayed in the luxe pool view room which was a lovely room, great size, fully stocked fridge daily and very clean. Food was outstanding. So many options throughout the day with 3 options for lunch and 4 options for evening meal. Food was of a very high quality, our favourite place to eat lunch was the anima bar which served a selection of Asian food including fresh sushi everyday. I would say in the buffer area it was definitely quality over quantity (not a great deal to choose if you’re a fussy eater). Entertainment- Great some nights but not a lot going on other nights. We really enjoyed the beach party on a Thursday dj was great. Location- beach was a 5 second walk from the hotel. - about a 15 minute walk to restaurants, shops etc. However not a lot near by but taxi/public bus to either Heraklion town or Heronisis reasonably priced and about 15- 20 minutes to each. We used an app called FreeNow which is the equivalent to uber in the Uk. Also about a 5 minute walk left out the hotel down to the yellow barrier you will find a lake with lots of turtles. The restaurant by the lake sells bread for €1 so you can feed them. Would definitely recommend this. Overall outstanding hotel and will definitely be returning. Thankyou.”
— Becky Hunt
2 months ago
“My boyfriend and I stayed at Stella Blue for 14 days. It is a beautiful hotel with excellent entertainment such as violin night, acrobatics and DJ by the pool. There is a variety of food especially for fussy eaters like myself. We also really enjoyed the food at Ble Bar. The location is beautiful but be advised that Crete is a massive island so you will need to travel for the popular beaches. The room was lovely and kept tidied everyday by the cleaner. I just have to give a special mention to Ryan who is one of the pool waiters. He was asking us consistently throughout the day if we would like drinks. If you needed him, he was there. If the umbrella fell down, he was there to help you. If entertainment was busy, he was there to ask you for your drinks order. Ryan gives the best service possible and makes sure you get your drinks promptly aswell as keeping the pool area clean and tidy of cups and glasses. Ryan is just legendary and the best. His work needs to be recognised. Overall, me and my boyfriend are so sad to be leaving this beautiful hotel and would definitely recommend it to anyone.”
— daisy moore

What guests actually say

Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 68 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.

The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.

Food & restaurants

  • +A wide, varied buffet with fresh dishes and some local Cretan choices
  • +An excellent breakfast, including a crêpe station and a quieter breakfast restaurant with a view
  • +Lunch at the Asian pool restaurant and the sushi bar are highlights
  • +Good cocktails and drinks
  • –Many find the dinner buffet repetitive and the theme nights unadventurous
  • –The à la carte restaurants are only open to guests on longer stays
  • –Drinks can be very sweet or weak, and branded soft drinks aren't included
”The food was excellent. We especially loved the Asian poolside restaurant for lunch; it was definitely one of the highlights!” — guest, translated

Service & staff

  • +Friendly, attentive staff who go out of their way, including for birthdays
  • +Helpful reception, with a luggage service and late check-out on request
  • –Drinks service is slow and the bars have queues when it's busy
  • –Staff can seem overstretched at dinner, and a few guests found some staff offhand
”The staff went above and beyond to make sure we had the absolute best time.” — guest, translated

Pools, beach & aquapark

  • +Beautiful pools with very comfortable padded loungers
  • +Attentive drinks service around the pool
  • –Loungers are reserved with towels very early in the morning, and the rule against it isn't enforced
  • –The pools aren't heated and can be cold outside high summer
  • –The beach across the road is unremarkable
”You have to get up very early to secure a good sun lounger by the pool. Many guests put their towels down early.” — guest, translated

The rooms

  • +Stylish, spacious rooms with comfortable beds
  • +Swim-up rooms with your own loungers, some with a private hot tub
  • +Sea or sunset views from many rooms
  • –Some bathrooms are impractically designed
  • –Little storage and too few hooks or mirrors
  • –Some standard rooms are on the small side
”Our swim-up room was spacious, and it was great to have our own sunbeds right outside the door.” — guest, translated

Condition & cleanliness

  • +A new or newly renovated resort that is modern and spotlessly clean
  • +High-quality materials and well-kept pools
  • –Some rooms and showers weren't properly cleaned
  • –Guests who stayed soon after opening found unfinished building work and dust
”The property is very modern and beautiful to look at. It's still very new, though, with lots of work still to be done.” — guest, translated

Location

  • +Beautifully designed, spacious grounds with stunning sunset views
  • +Across the road from the beach, with a pleasant walk to the shops and restaurants of Analipsi
  • +A short drive from the airport
  • –Analipsi is quiet, so for nightlife you need a taxi to Hersonissos
  • –There isn't much in the immediate area
”Be aware that it's in a quieter village, Analipsi. It's a nice walk along the beach, with some nice shops and good local restaurants.” — guest, translated

Noise levels

  • +Calm and relaxing, yet lively when you want it to be
  • –Loud music by the pool, and the pool areas can get noisy
  • –Thin walls between rooms
  • –The dining room is crowded and loud at peak times
”Ours fortunately faced away from the swimming pools, which can become quite noisy.” — guest, translated

Value for money

  • +Some guests call it very good value
  • –Branded drinks and many premium extras cost more
  • –The spa is considered expensive
”If you're looking for a place to relax, eat and drink, it's the right place for you. Very good value for money.” — guest, translated

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Stella Blue Seaside Resort from the airport?

Stella Blue Seaside Resort is 13.9 km from Heraklion Airport (HER).

How far is Stella Blue Seaside Resort from the centre of Crete?

Stella Blue Seaside Resort is 49 km from the centre of Crete.

How do guests rate Stella Blue Seaside Resort?

Stella Blue Seaside Resort is rated 4.7 out of 5 on Google, based on 300 reviews. On Booking.com it scores 9.2/10 from 214 guest reviews.

How many stars does Stella Blue Seaside Resort have?

Stella Blue Seaside Resort is a 5-star hotel.

What amenities does Stella Blue Seaside Resort offer?

Stella Blue Seaside Resort offers 2 swimming pools, free Wifi, beachfront, free parking, spa and 3 restaurants.

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