Paralia Panormos 🏖 – Crete, Greece

Nestled in a sheltered bay on the northern coast of Crete, Paralia Panormos offers a peaceful beach retreat. With its sandy shoreline, shallow and calm turquoise waters, and scenic setting, it’s an ideal spot for families and those seeking relaxation.

Paralia Panormos

What to Do

• Swim and Sunbathe 🏊‍♂️🌞
  Paralia Panormos is known for its sandy beach and calm, clear waters – perfect for swimming, especially with kids. The bay is well-protected, so even when waves are high elsewhere, it remains tranquil. There is ample space to spread out towels and umbrellas on the beach.
• Try Watersports 🏄‍♂️🚤
  A variety of watersports like parasailing, jet skiing, and more are offered right off the beach for those looking for some action.
• Stroll through Panormos Village 🚶‍♀️
  The beach is located in the charming village of Panormos, with its pedestrian streets lined with shops, taverns with live music in the evenings, and a few small supermarkets. It retains a cozy, traditional vibe.
• Relax with Drinks and Dining 🍹🍽️
  There are lovely beachfront taverns and cafes offering fresh seafood and Greek cuisine at reasonable prices overlooking the harbor or beach, like Porto Parassiris.

Where to Eat

Porto Parassiris

This family-run waterfront tavern in the harbor serves high quality traditional Cretan and Greek cuisine, with generous portions at fair prices. Standouts like their grilled meat dishes, salads with flavorful local ingredients, and house wine compliment the stunning harbor views.

Porto Parassiris

Where to Stay

Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park

This large resort complexes has a prime beachfront location and is ideal for families, with its expansive pools, waterpark, kids clubs, entertainment options and array of dining choices. While room quality can vary, the common areas have elegant Grecotel styling and there are good facilities. Service is superb.

Panormo Beach Hotel

Panormo Beach offers neat, comfortably furnished rooms (some with sea views) just steps from a sandy beach on the edge of picturesque Panormos harbor. Its central location is perfect for exploring the village’s shops and taverns. Breakfast is tasty with polite, helpful staff.

Captains House Hotel Suites

These roomy apartments with fully-equipped kitchens are beautifully decorated in a traditional style. Nestled right near the beachfront, they provide a quieter alternative to the hotels with more privacy, while still having easy access to village beaches and dining.

Parking

Street parking is available in Panormos village near the beach, though spots can fill during peak times. Some hotels and apartment rentals may also offer private parking areas for guests.

Paralia Panormos

Brief Info

• 🏙️ City: Panormos
• ✨ Island: Crete
• 🇬🇷 Country: Greece
• ✈️ Fly to: Chania Airport – 35 mins by car (27 km)
• 🏖️ Ideal for: Families, couples seeking relaxation

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