Tennis holiday in Crete at the traditional Lyttos Beach Resort with its attached Lyttos Tennis Academy - not only professionals love to play here!

A 5-star tennis paradise in Crete with a renowned tennis academy

The Lyttos Beach Resort in northern Crete, not far from Heraklion, offers perfect conditions for a tennis holiday in Crete with its large Lyttos Tennis Academy featuring 12 clay courts and six hard courts , especially for teams and families!

 Hotel description

Located in the coastal village of Analipsi in northern Crete, this 5-star all-inclusive resort is just under half an hour from Heraklion Airport, allowing your tennis holiday to begin almost immediately after landing. Situated directly on the long sandy beach in the bay of Hersonissos, the resort offers a variety of gardens and interconnected pool areas with five pools, as well as 24/7 catering that leaves nothing to be desired. The 650 double rooms and suites are brightly furnished and well-equipped. The various room categories ensure there's a perfect option for couples, families, or teams. Double rooms are available with or without sea views. For a touch more luxury, choose the Superior Double Rooms with a private pool. Experience the feeling of being right on the beach in the Seafront Junior Suites, which can also be booked with a private or shared pool. For families or teams, rooms with sliding doors and one or two sleeping areas can accommodate up to five people. The resort features a mini-market, a boutique, and other small shops where you can purchase necessities or simply beautiful items. A daily entertainment program with evening shows offered for those who enjoy being entertained. Children are lovingly cared for during the day and evening by a multilingual animation team.

 Tennis

Tennis has been played at the Lyttos Beach Resort for a long time and at a very high level. The Lyttos Tennis Academy hosting ITF tournaments Twelve clay courts and six hard courts (acrylic) delight not only tennis professionals but also amateur and recreational players. Whether you're preparing for the season with your team or playing solo, in summer or autumn, you'll find perfect training and playing conditions at the Tennis Academy all year round. The professional coaching team, led by Head Coach Ilias Sideris, offers individual and group training for all ages and skill levels and can also help plan your team event, tailored to your specific needs. Sparring partners can also be arranged. Courts can be booked for recreational play for a fee, including the option of using floodlights in the evenings. Rackets and balls can be rented from the tennis office.

 Other sports offerings

In addition to tennis courts, the Tennis Academy offers a variety of other racket sports: four padel courts and a pickleball court are sure to delight you. Equipment can be rented for a fee. Swimming enthusiasts can do laps two 50-meter Olympic-sized pools soccer fields and the basketball court provide ample opportunities to burn off some energy. Road bikes and mountain bikes fitness area is simply fantastic and equipped with all the standard fitness equipment . Here you can work out on your own or participate in one of the group classes. The yoga sessions in the outdoor yoga pavilion are particularly enjoyable. As you would expect from a seaside resort, you'll find a wide range of water sports and a diving center – all offered by external providers. The water park to thrill not only the little ones.

 Wellness

The 1,500 m² ^Lyttos Beach Spa offers a heated indoor pool , a sauna, a steam room, and a traditional hammam. A wide range of facial and body treatments, such as an "Ancient Greek Olympic Massage," will get you ready for your next training day or simply soothe your soul. Relax and unwind in the beautifully designed relaxation areas. Of course, relaxing on the sandy beach and taking a dip in the sea are among the perfect ways to recharge your batteries. You can also enjoy spectacular sea views at lunchtime and in the evening at the "Thalassa" snack bar, which features live wok and grill stations.

 Catering

At this all-inclusive resort, you can indulge yourself all day long in a total of five restaurants and six bars. In the main restaurant, "Diktanos," you can start your day with breakfast and transition almost seamlessly into lunch, before dinner awaits you in the evening. The buffets offer both Cretan and international dishes. At the "Tastes of Asia" restaurant, you can enjoy delicious Asian cuisine and exciting fusion dishes with a sea view in the evenings (reservations required). Those who prefer a more relaxed atmosphere will find the "Kalypso" taverna ideal. Here, you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner by the sea and the heart-shaped pool. Right on the beach, you can grab light meals and drinks during the day at the "Laguna" beach bar . Speaking of drinks: there are no fewer than six bars to choose from to quench your thirst. Everything is included except for the Tennis Club Café in the Tennis Center, where you can order your drinks for an extra charge and watch the tennis players.

 Vicinity

From the resort, you can take a variety of excursions. Either with a rental car, which you can rent directly at the resort, or as part of an organized tour. For example, you can visit Knossos or the island of Spinalonga , a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Heraklion , you shouldn't just visit the airport; you should definitely take a trip into the city, where beautiful shopping streets, the Koules Castle (which stands in the sea), and the interesting archaeological museum await you. From the resort, take a trip to the many colorful little villages, wander around, and enjoy Cretan cuisine and hospitality.

Lyttos Beach Resort was tested and recommended by TennisTraveller Inga:
"A fantastic place for a tennis holiday. We've been there with our team and also for our summer holidays with the family. Everything was always perfect. The tennis facilities and the training were top-notch – and so was the food! We'll definitely be back."

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