Aquis Arina Sand is ideally situated in the beach front, with recently renovated (2011) guestrooms. This unique holiday resort has been designed with the emphasis on relaxation and fun. Set in magnificent gardens, dotted with palm trees and colorful flowers overlooking the stunning Cretan sea is giving you the opportunity to enjoy amazing beauty and crystal clear waters. Aquis Arina Sand offers an abundance of facilities combined with excellent standards of accommodation and service, ideal for families and couples of all ages who are in search of a welcoming, friendly atmosphere. The property consists of 236 rooms, all fully renovated and nicely decorated to deluxe standards targeting the up market clientele with wide assortment of amenities to provide to its guests a comfortable stay within a relaxed surrounding. All rooms offer: mini fridge(empty), in room safe deposit box (extra charge), individually controlled air-conditioning, hairdryer, balcony or terrace furnishings, LCD TV, DVD player and Free Wi- Fi Internet access. Situated only 14 km from Heraklion city with frequent bus service and easy access to the main points of interest as Knossos, Gortys & Festos. This property as being part of Aquis Hotels and Resorts is aiming to exceed guests' expectations by providing superior quality of services and facilities within an advanced concept of beach holidays along with its unique location. MEALS Early Buffet Breakfast (Main Restaurant: 07:00-07:30) Breakfast Buffet (Main Restaurant: 07:30-10:30) Lunch Buffet (Main Restaurant: 13:00-15:00) Dinner Buffet (Main Restaurant: 19:00-21:30) During meals local drinks (draft beer, wine by glass, soft drinks, tap water, tea and filter coffee) SNACKS Snacks Afternoon Tea & Snacks (cake, biscuits, tea, coffee served 16:00-18:00) Selection of Ice Cream (Available 10:00-21:30) Pool Snack bar: From 10:00-18:00 sandwiches, coffee, drinks From 11:00 hours to 16:00 hours (hot and cold snacks) From 12:30 hours to 15:00 lunch From 15:30 hours -17:30 hours seasonable fruits & hot dog Hot Beverages: tea and filter coffee, espresso, cappuccino DRINKS Beverages from 10:00 to 23:00 hours: Selection of local alcoholic from 12:00 to 23:00 liqueurs, brandy, snaps 12:00 to 23:00 Local Drinks Draft beer‚ wine by glass, liqueurs, soft drinks, still tap water. Cocktails menu: including a variety of Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails. Hot Beverages: tea and filter coffee. Ice cream: selection of different flavours BBQ night at extra charge. Theme buffet nights (Italian, Greek Night, etc.) once a week SPORT & ACTIVITIES Mini club activities Tennis Free sunbeds – umbrellas by the pool and the beach Extra charge is required at the reserved area of Beach Bar Beach towel service (payable only in case of loss) Tennis equipment and tennis courts without floodlights. Massage, billiards, electronic games, games room, water sports, baby sitting, doctor , laundry service and beach bar consumptions are subject to charge Sunbeds and umbrellas at the Aquis Arina Sand are free of charge at the swimming pool and the beach FREE WI-FI internet access throughout the hotel Reserved area for beach sunbeds on charge near the beach bar. Other Hotel Facilities: Games Room (electronic games-Extra Charge) Sunbeds and/or umbrellas extra required cost at the Beach Bar ‘' White Sand'' Tennis Equipment Shower Room Tennis lessons available (extra charge) Mini Club 4-12 yrs Swimming Pool for Children Salt Water Tennis Equipment Not suitable for people with walking difficulties or wheelchair