Acro Suites, Agia Pelagia, Crete
Where Cliffside Minimalism Meets the Soul of Crete
Why DNA Hotels Loves It
● Spectacular adults-only suites carved into the cliffs, each with uninterrupted Aegean views and private pools.
● Earthy, minimalist architecture that blends seamlessly into Crete’s rugged landscape using stone, timber, and natural textures.
● A holistic wellness philosophy combining exceptional spa facilities, yoga, and outstanding contemporary Mediterranean cuisine.
A Sanctuary Above the Sea
Perched high above the rugged coastline of Agia Pelagia, Acro Suites seems to emerge naturally from the cliffs themselves. This adults-only retreat occupies one of Crete’s most dramatic settings, where endless views across the Aegean meet architecture that quietly dissolves into the landscape. Although neighbouring Sea Side Resort shares some of its facilities, Acro maintains an atmosphere all its own—peaceful, intimate, and entirely focused on slow, restorative living. It is a place where the horizon becomes part of everyday life.
Architecture Shaped by Nature
The design draws directly from Crete’s raw beauty. Stone walls, exposed concrete, untreated timber, linen fabrics, and earthy colours create interiors that feel almost geological, as though they have always belonged to the cliffs. Ancient olive trees and natural rock formations have been carefully preserved, allowing the architecture to work with the landscape rather than reshape it. Soft arches, textured surfaces, and understated furnishings bring warmth to the minimalist spaces, creating an atmosphere that feels both luxurious and deeply grounding.
Suites Suspended Between Sky and Sea
Each of the forty-nine suites and villas has been designed to maximise privacy and connection with the landscape. Private plunge pools appear to merge with the sea beyond, while several suites are partially carved into natural rock, creating extraordinary cave-like spaces that remain cool and tranquil throughout the day. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the interiors with natural light, framing uninterrupted views across the Aegean. Inside, handcrafted furniture, natural materials, Marshall speakers, Nespresso machines, and carefully selected local touches provide every comfort without distracting from the remarkable setting outside.
Wellness as a Way of Life
At Acro Suites, wellness is woven into the entire experience. The Bath House combines hammam rituals, dry sauna, massage treatments, and holistic therapies within beautifully designed spaces inspired by ancient traditions. An open-air yoga shala overlooks the sea, while a modern fitness studio, tennis and padel courts, and peaceful relaxation areas encourage guests to reconnect with both body and mind. Everything is designed to slow the pace of everyday life.
Dining Above the Aegean
Food plays an equally thoughtful role. Cremnos celebrates contemporary Greek cuisine through seasonal Cretan ingredients presented with modern elegance, while Umi introduces a refined Japanese-Peruvian dining experience overlooking the sea. Hidden among ancient olive trees, Eleonas offers a more intimate setting inspired by traditional Cretan hospitality. Whether enjoying breakfast on a private terrace or dinner beneath the stars, every meal feels inseparable from the surrounding landscape.
Why It Works
Acro Suites understands that true luxury comes from restraint. Rather than overwhelming guests with excess, it creates an experience built on architecture, silence, nature, and thoughtful hospitality. Every stone wall, every pool, every terrace, and every carefully framed sea view reinforces a profound sense of calm. For travellers seeking contemporary design, restorative wellness, and one of Crete’s most spectacular cliffside settings, Acro Suites offers an experience that feels both deeply luxurious and wonderfully elemental.
