Vai Beach

Vai Beach

Right over in the east of the island, beyond Heraklion’s happening seafronts, you’ll come across Vai Beach. With its swaying palm trees and golden grains, the locals know it for its Caribbean style. Flop down and enjoy some R&R, then why not go and see what ancient Itanos is all about?
Atlantica Mikri Poli Crete
£921pp
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  • London Gatwick, Tue 28 Apr 2026
  • 7 Nights, All Inclusive
  • 2 Adults, 0 Children
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Atlantica Mikri Poli Crete

Makry Gialos , Crete (Heraklion Area)

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Based on 1946 reviews

34.7 Km to Vai Beach

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Pool with waterslides
  • Modern rooms
  • Stunning views
Villea Village
£533pp
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  • London Gatwick, Fri 02 Oct 2026
  • 7 Nights, Room Only
  • 2 Adults, 0 Children
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Villea Village

Makry Gialos , Crete (Heraklion Area)

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Based on 394 reviews

35.0 Km to Vai Beach

  • Peaceful setting
  • Great base for exploring
  • Nestled in beautiful gardens
  • Close to the beach
South Coast Hotel
£605pp
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  • London Gatwick, Fri 02 Oct 2026
  • 7 Nights, Bed and Breakfast
  • 2 Adults, 0 Children
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South Coast Hotel

Makry Gialos , Crete (Heraklion Area)

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Based on 121 reviews

37.9 Km to Vai Beach

  • Close to the beach
  • Family-run hotel
  • A great base for exploring the area
Spinalonga Island

Spinalonga Island

Elounda, Crete (Heraklion Area)

The beautiful Spinalonga Island is surrounded by azure blue waters and baron rocky lands. Known as ‘Leper Island’, in 1903 a leper colony was established there to isolate the people suffering from Hansen’s...

48.1 Km to Vai Beach - Map

Elounda Beach

Elounda Beach

Elounda, Crete (Heraklion Area)

Elounda can be found along the north-eastern coastline of Crete. The main beach is a well-presented 200-metre stretch of golden sands, laden with sun loungers and parasols and great views of Spinalonga Island...

48.5 Km to Vai Beach - Map

Village of Plaka

Village of Plaka

Elounda, Crete (Heraklion Area)

Four kilometres away from Elounda lies the pretty suburb of Plaka. The beach is beautiful, with crystal clear waters and smooth white pebbles alluring holidaymakers to this peaceful hotspot. Many hotels and...

49.1 Km to Vai Beach - Map

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