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The Nest Resort

Drapanos Hill
Rated 9.3 in 400 reviews

The Nest Resort, perched on the tranquil Drapanos Hill in Hersonissos, Greece, offers a serene escape surrounded by stunning natural beauty. This charming property is designed to provide guests with a comfortable and relaxing stay, featuring well-appointed accommodations that blend modern amenities with traditional Greek hospitality. Guests can enjoy thoughtfully designed spaces that prioritize comfort and tranquility, making it an ideal choice for families, couples, and travelers seeking a peaceful getaway.

One of the standout features of The Nest Resort is its picturesque views, which provide a perfect backdrop for a leisurely vacation. The resort’s outdoor spaces, including pools and sun terraces, invite visitors to bask in the Mediterranean sun while taking in the panoramic vistas. The on-site dining options serve delicious local and international cuisine, allowing guests to indulge in a variety of flavors that reflect the region's culinary heritage.

The Nest Resort places a strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, offering a range of services and amenities tailored to ensure a memorable stay. Whether exploring the nearby beaches, visiting local attractions, or simply relaxing by the pool, visitors can tailor their experiences to suit their preferences. With its inviting atmosphere and focus on comfort, The Nest Resort is a delightful choice for those looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of Hersonissos while enjoying a leisurely retreat in Greece.

 Swimming pool

Climate and Weather

January
 16°
 8°
 16°
 6
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
February
 16°
 8°
 15°
 7
Sun hours / day
 17
Rain free days
March
 18°
 9°
 15°
 8
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
April
 20°
 11°
 16°
 9
Sun hours / day
 25
Rain free days
May
 23°
 15°
 18°
 11
Sun hours / day
 28
Rain free days
June
 27°
 19°
 22°
 12
Sun hours / day
 30
Rain free days
July
 29°
 22°
 25°
 13
Sun hours / day
 31
Rain free days
August
 29°
 22°
 26°
 12
Sun hours / day
 31
Rain free days
September
 27°
 19°
 25°
 10
Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
October
 24°
 16°
 23°
 8
Sun hours / day
 26
Rain free days
November
 20°
 12°
 20°
 7
Sun hours / day
 21
Rain free days
December
 17°
 9°
 18°
 6
Sun hours / day
 18
Rain free days
Museum Lychnostatis
Museum Lychnostatis
Museum in Limenas Chersonisou, Herakleion, Greece
0.5km / 0.31mi
Aquaworld Aquarium
Natural history museum in Hersonissos, Heraklion, Crete, Greece
2.9km / 1.8mi
St. George Sarandaris
St. George Sarandaris
Chapel in Chersonissos
4.7km / 2.9mi
The Crete Golf Club
Golf course in Greece
4.8km / 3mi
Malia Palace
Malia Palace
Historical site on Crete, Greece
6.9km / 4.3mi
Lyctus
Lyctus
City in ancient Crete
11.3km / 7mi
Sisi
Minoan archaeological site in Lasithi, Crete
10.3km / 6.4mi
Karfi
Karfi
Human settlement
11.7km / 7.3mi
Agia Fotini Cave
Cave on Crete with Minoan finds
10.2km / 6.3mi
Monastery Vidiani
Monastery Vidiani
Monastery in Crete, Greece
12.1km / 7.5mi
Papoura Hill Circular Structure
Papoura Hill Circular Structure
2000-1700 BCE Minoan structural ensemble discovered in 2024
12.3km / 7.6mi
Cretaquarium
Cretaquarium
Aquarium in Gournes, Crete, Greece
12.5km / 7.8mi
Psychro Cave;Cave of Zeus
Psychro Cave;Cave of Zeus
Cave near Psychro village, Crete, Greece
15.7km / 9.8mi
Niros Archaeological Site
Niros Archaeological Site
Archaeological site in Hersonissos Municipality, Greece
15.2km / 9.5mi
Watercity Waterpark
Water park in Greece
14.9km / 9.3mi
Tower of Stamnoi
Medieval tower in Hersonissos Municipality, Greece
16.4km / 10.2mi
Dreros
Dreros
Archaeological site in Greece
19.8km / 12.3mi
Kremasta Monastery
Kremasta Monastery
Monastery in Agios Nikolaos Municipality, Greece
18.8km / 11.7mi
Metropolitan Church of Megali Panagia
Metropolitan Church of Megali Panagia
Church building in Neapoli, Crete, Greece
18.2km / 11.3mi
Amnisos Villa of the Lilies
Amnisos Villa of the Lilies
Minoan villa
19.2km / 11.9mi
Knossos Palace
Knossos Palace
Ancient Minoan through Roman administrative center and city
22.8km / 14.2mi
Arkalochori
Arkalochori
Archaeological site in Crete
22.5km / 14mi
Castle of Meleses
Castle of Meleses
Herakleion
22.2km / 13.8mi
Throne Room
Throne Room
Chamber inside the palatial complex of Knossos, Crete, Greece
22.9km / 14.2mi
Little Palace at Knossos
Archaeological site in Crete, Greece
23.2km / 14.4mi
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Archaeological museum in Heraklion
25.6km / 15.9mi
Koules
Koules
Fortress in Heraklion, Crete, Greece
25.7km / 16mi
Saint Titus Church
Saint Titus Church
Cathedral of Heraklion, Crete
25.8km / 16mi
Lato
Lato
Ancient city of Crete
25.6km / 15.9mi
Nekropole of Phourni
Nekropole of Phourni
Ancient necropolis in Crete
24.1km / 15mi
Bembo Fountain
Bembo Fountain
Listed post-Byzantine fountain in Greece
25.9km / 16.1mi
Morosini Fountain
Morosini Fountain
Venetian-era fountain in Heraklion, Greece
25.9km / 16.1mi
Archaeological Museum of Archanes
Archaeological Museum of Archanes
Museum in Greece
24.5km / 15.2mi
Vigla at Yialou Kefali
Lasithi
25.7km / 16mi
Areti Monastery
Areti Monastery
Monastery in Agios Nikolaos Municipality, Crete Region, Greece
24km / 14.9mi
Venetian Loggia
Venetian Loggia
Venetian building in Crete
25.9km / 16.1mi
Κardamoutsa Monastery
Monastery in Crete
24.1km / 15mi
Castle of Vitsilia
Herakleion
25.9km / 16.1mi
Inadiye fortress
Herakleion
24.3km / 15.1mi
Anemospilia
Anemospilia
Archaeological site in Crete, Greece
25.1km / 15.6mi
Tower of Ambela
Tower of Ambela
Herakleion
25.3km / 15.7mi
Venetian city walls
Venetian city walls
Building in Heraklion Municipality, Crete Region, Greece
25.4km / 15.8mi
Georgiadi Park
Georgiadi Park
Park in Heraklion city, Crete, Greece
25.4km / 15.8mi
Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos
Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos
Greek politician, former Prime Minister of Greece (1864-1936)
25.6km / 15.9mi
Venetian Arsenals
Venetian Arsenals
The Venetians used them to manufacture, repair or kept their vessels.
25.6km / 15.9mi

What to do in Hersonissos and near The Nest Resort

Museum Lychnostatis
Museum Lychnostatis
Museum in Limenas Chersonisou, Herakleion, Greece
0.5km / 0.31mi
Aquaworld Aquarium
Natural history museum in Hersonissos, Heraklion, Crete, Greece
2.9km / 1.8mi
St. George Sarandaris
St. George Sarandaris
Chapel in Chersonissos
4.7km / 2.9mi
The Crete Golf Club
Golf course in Greece
4.8km / 3mi
Malia Palace
Malia Palace
Historical site on Crete, Greece
6.9km / 4.3mi
Lyctus
Lyctus
City in ancient Crete
11.3km / 7mi
Sisi
Minoan archaeological site in Lasithi, Crete
10.3km / 6.4mi
Karfi
Karfi
Human settlement
11.7km / 7.3mi
Agia Fotini Cave
Cave on Crete with Minoan finds
10.2km / 6.3mi
Monastery Vidiani
Monastery Vidiani
Monastery in Crete, Greece
12.1km / 7.5mi
Papoura Hill Circular Structure
Papoura Hill Circular Structure
2000-1700 BCE Minoan structural ensemble discovered in 2024
12.3km / 7.6mi
Cretaquarium
Cretaquarium
Aquarium in Gournes, Crete, Greece
12.5km / 7.8mi
Psychro Cave;Cave of Zeus
Psychro Cave;Cave of Zeus
Cave near Psychro village, Crete, Greece
15.7km / 9.8mi
Niros Archaeological Site
Niros Archaeological Site
Archaeological site in Hersonissos Municipality, Greece
15.2km / 9.5mi
Watercity Waterpark
Water park in Greece
14.9km / 9.3mi
Tower of Stamnoi
Medieval tower in Hersonissos Municipality, Greece
16.4km / 10.2mi
Dreros
Dreros
Archaeological site in Greece
19.8km / 12.3mi
Kremasta Monastery
Kremasta Monastery
Monastery in Agios Nikolaos Municipality, Greece
18.8km / 11.7mi
Metropolitan Church of Megali Panagia
Metropolitan Church of Megali Panagia
Church building in Neapoli, Crete, Greece
18.2km / 11.3mi
Amnisos Villa of the Lilies
Amnisos Villa of the Lilies
Minoan villa
19.2km / 11.9mi
Knossos Palace
Knossos Palace
Ancient Minoan through Roman administrative center and city
22.8km / 14.2mi
Arkalochori
Arkalochori
Archaeological site in Crete
22.5km / 14mi
Castle of Meleses
Castle of Meleses
Herakleion
22.2km / 13.8mi
Throne Room
Throne Room
Chamber inside the palatial complex of Knossos, Crete, Greece
22.9km / 14.2mi
Little Palace at Knossos
Archaeological site in Crete, Greece
23.2km / 14.4mi
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Archaeological museum in Heraklion
25.6km / 15.9mi
Koules
Koules
Fortress in Heraklion, Crete, Greece
25.7km / 16mi
Saint Titus Church
Saint Titus Church
Cathedral of Heraklion, Crete
25.8km / 16mi
Lato
Lato
Ancient city of Crete
25.6km / 15.9mi
Nekropole of Phourni
Nekropole of Phourni
Ancient necropolis in Crete
24.1km / 15mi

About Hersonissos

Hersonissos, located on the northern coast of Crete, offers a variety of activities and attractions that cater to different interests. One of the best ways to immerse yourself in the local culture is to explore the traditional villages in the surrounding area. These quaint villages provide a glimpse into Cretan life, complete with local tavernas and artisan shops.

For those interested in history, the Archaeological Museum of Hersonissos is worth a visit. It showcases artifacts from the Minoan civilization and offers insight into the region's rich past. Nearby, the Minoan Palace of Malia is another historical site that highlights the ancient architecture and significance of the Minoans in Crete.

Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the beaches along the coastline. Hersonissos is known for its beautiful sandy shores, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, or engaging in water sports. The clear waters also make it a great spot for snorkeling and diving, revealing the marine life of the Mediterranean.

For those looking for entertainment, the town features a vibrant nightlife scene with numerous bars and clubs. Visitors can enjoy local music and dance, making it a lively spot after sunset. Additionally, local festivals often take place, showcasing Cretan traditions, music, and cuisine.

Culinary experiences are also abundant in Hersonissos. Sampling traditional Cretan dishes at local tavernas can be a delightful way to connect with the culture. Many restaurants offer fresh seafood, grilled meats, and local wines, providing a taste of the region’s culinary heritage.

Finally, taking a day trip to nearby attractions, such as the Lasithi Plateau or the picturesque town of Agios Nikolaos, can enhance your experience in Hersonissos. These excursions allow for exploration of the surrounding natural beauty and additional cultural insights.

Overall, Hersonissos presents a mix of relaxation, cultural exploration, and outdoor activities, catering to a diverse range of interests.




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