Located on the northeastern coast of Crete, Star Beach Village is a family-friendly hotel, boasting its own waterpark and beach bar. There is a wide range of cafes, shops and restaurants in Hersonissos. While you’re exploring the local area don’t miss the unique pyramid-shaped Roman fountain with mosaics depicting fishing scenes.

The waterpark offers so much more than just a place for the children to splash around in. As well as seven pools, slides and a lazy river, there are daily activities for the adrenaline junkies. Ride a banana boat, go jet skiing or bungee jumping, that is if you have a head for heights! In the evening you can dance the night away at the foam party. If you prefer something more relaxed the hotel has a large swimming pool, surrounded by sunloungers and two bars serving drinks.

The main restaurant offers seating both indoors and outdoors. Take your pick from the extensive buffet, which also boasts show cooking stations. In the evening there is a different theme for each day of the week - Italian, Greek, Mediterranean, Indian, Mexican, European and Cretan. The Taverna, within the water park, also offers buffet lunches and dinners. Here weekly BBQs and seafood nights are on the programme. If you relish oriental dishes, then don’t miss the Asian Star, open in the evenings.

The Dionyssos and Blue Star both offer hot and cold snacks poolside, alongside alcoholic and soft drinks. While relaxing on the beach you can get a refreshing beverage from Thalassa, while a further bar in the Lobby is the ideal place if you want to avoid the mid-afternoon heat. Draught beer, long drinks, local wine, international spirits, soft drinks, fruit juices and coffee are included as part of your all-inclusive perks.

Rooms at Star Beach are equipped with a balcony or terrace, air-conditioning, a 40” TV with satellite channels, WiFi, a safe, fridge, microwave and hairdryer.

History lovers shouldn’t miss the nearby Lychnostatis Open Air Museum, which presents an interactive picture of traditional Cretan life. If that’s too modern for your liking visit Dinosauria Park, featuring life-size replicas, bones and fossils plus 3D exhibitions. Or observe living creatures with a trip to the aquarium & reptile rescue centre, where you will find over 200 species.