Welcome to the Mistral Hotel in Crete, the Trip Advisor* 5 star rated boutique-style family-owned hotel that offers solo holidays exclusively for single travellers. Come and visit and you’ll discover like-minded people, great food with vegetables straight from our garden, and local wine, all under the warm Mediterranean sun.
NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS
As a dedicated destination for solo-only holidaymakers, our 38 rooms are all designated for ‘single occupancy’. As such, depending on the type of room you choose – Seaview, Lateral Seaview or Garden View – everybody pays the same rate and there are none of the additional or hidden ‘single room supplements’ that solos find so off-putting.
YOU’LL NEVER EAT ALONE
We know from talking to our regular guests that the other big negative for singles is eating alone or having to ask for a table for one. That’s why, at the Mistral, everybody dines together at a communal table sharing a complimentary carafe (or two!) of red, white, or rosé, chatting about the events of the day and making plans for tomorrow before dancing under the stars.
IT’S PERFECT FOR SINGLES – AND IT ALL HAPPENS IN PARADISE!
OK so we’re a little bit biased but we think our Western part of Crete is a little bit of paradise. Whilst you’re here we’d love to show you all of our favourite beaches, restaurants, vineyards, markets, walks – all the little things that are so totally authentic and memorable.
“I arrived not knowing what to expect but left knowing I’d looked through the window of a unique world full of kindness and friendship where no one was left out.”
Anthea Turner
If you prefer to travel alone you’ll know how difficult it can be to find a holiday or hotel where you’ll feel welcome. We have the answer, a hotel designed exclusively for solo and single travellers that offers:
It is actually a combination of the atmosphere, the food, the rooms, the trips and the service which makes the Mistral unique and a special place to visit. I would add that it’s the feeling of being with a family who care about the hotel that makes a difference as well as the quality provided in all aspects.
Alison Quinn
In fact, our entire holiday offering is dedicated to solos and single holidaymakers who wish to meet like-minded people. It should come as no surprise that the bar at the Mistral has been the starting point for many long-term friendships for people who return year after year to catch up with friends. We also have a very active Facebook group that often arrange to meet independently back in the UK or elsewhere.
Naturally we’re biased but we think Crete is the perfect place for a singles holiday. It’s the largest island in Greece with an ancient classical history, some amazing natural scenery, absolutely beautiful beaches and a culture all of its own. Then of course you have the local cuisine, the local music, the local colour and the locals themselves – so warm and welcoming. Come and stay as a single at the Mistral Hotel and you’ll find it’s more than just a holiday, it’s an immersive Cretan experience shared with new friends.
The Mistral has 38 rooms – Seaview, Lateral Seaview and Garden view. Every one is designated for single occupancy, but we never charge a single supplement. The design is contemporary Cretan styling with furnishings, bathroom fittings, tiles and locally produced artwork, carefully selected to create the perfect ambience for your holiday. Every bed has an award-winning COCO MAT Orthosomatic Top Mattress and luxury feather pillows.
AT THE MISTRAL SINGLES NEVER EAT ALONE
Dining at the Mistral is friendly and social and for many guests represents one of the highlights of their stay. We serve traditional, healthy, home-made Cretan food with all guests eating together to enjoy a truly Mediterranean experience. Seated at long tables, the meals showcase the best of the island’s cuisine, with many of the ingredients sourced from our hotel garden and cooked using exclusively extra virgin olive oil from our family groves.
THOSE WHO DRINK TOGETHER THINK TOGETHER
The Mistral’s famous outdoor bar is the focal point of the hotel. You’re never single when you drink in good company and the bar serves frosty drinks as you chill by the pool during the day. By night it’s ‘meeting central’ for pre-dinner sundowners, post-dinner conversations and late-night philosophical conversations (well, something like that!)
WELLNESS, WELLBEING AND SOME SUPER-SERIOUS SOLO PAMPERING
Sometimes it’s good to be solo and pamper yourself. At the Mistral we have created a sanctuary of relaxation, rejuvenation, and beauty to take you on a journey that will stimulate and invigorate your senses. Our wellness and spa area offers a wide range of therapies, massages, and treatments, with easy-to-book appointments through our reception staff.
Our Flavours of Crete Week is a celebration of the senses, a journey through the authentic components of the island’s healthy Mediterranean diet in a feast of the finest food and drink.
Crete is a beautiful island and there is no better way to experience the wonderful flora, fauna and stunning scenery than on foot, in the company of like-minded people.
The Mistral Hotel offers a range of experiences and excursions hosted by members of the Mistral team, who between them have a wealth of knowledge of the island, its culture, history and amenities. As well as our most popular excursions, we can also arrange specific, tailor-made, excursions upon request.
The Mistral is located 16km west of the regional capital Chania, is just three minutes’ walk from the shoreline at Maleme, and within easy distance of many of the region’s popular sandy beaches at Platanias, Falassarna and Elafonissi.
Alongside the wonderful Cretan climate and warm temperatures, you will be greeted at the Mistral by welcoming and helpful staff with our reception open long hours during the day.
Dyed-in-the-wool Yorkshireman and dedicated Mistralite Charlie has chalked up double-digit visits to stay with us. Never short of either an opinion or a smile, he was very happy to spend some time chatting on the sofa with Anthea.
There may be Mistralites who have chalked up more visits to the Mistral than Bridget – but if so we’re not quite sure who they are! Anthea was curious to find out just why she is such a huge fan.
Welshman Bern has travelled the world on business on many occasions but he regualrly returns to the Mistral to recharge his batteries, and rightly considers himself a member of Adonis’ extended Mistralite family.
Sam is not only a Mistralite regular, she also one of our Facebook moderator. Sometime we thing Sam knows more about the Mistral and how to get here than we do ourselves! Anthea loved meeting her and hearing her insights.
Anthea caught up with Brummie Linda on her 8th visit to the Mistral. She keeps on coming back for the welcoming atmosphere and to catch up with friends she has made on previous trips here.
Carolyn came for the first time with her friend Claudette (interviews elsewhere) and was very happy with the way we looked after her dietary requirements and felt the staff were really helpful. She rebooked for the following summer before they left and have also booked for the subsequent summer.
Annette was a newbie Mistralite who booked on the recommendation of friends. She was particualrly impressed by how well Chef Manolis and the kitchen team catered for her dietary requirements and for those of other guests in a similar situation.
Buck is a long-term Mistralite who keeps coming back because he can chill out and do his own thing or join in with others. He feels well looked after, especially by the kitchen – “the food is good, excellent, local food”
Meet Claudette, a newbie Mistralite from south of the Thames who booked at Destinations in London in 2023. Claudette happened to time her holiday to co-incide with Anthea’s visit and they got on like a house on fire.
Without a doubt ‘Our Anja’ is the beating heart of the Mistral. She’s the legendary meet-and-greet’ Queen Bee who keeps calm no matter what’s buzzing around the hotel.
