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NEMA Design Hotel & SpavsTUI BLUE Adriatic Beach

NEMA Design Hotel & Spa
NEMA Design Hotel & Spa
Five-Star·4.5·Adults Only
TUI BLUE Adriatic Beach
TUI BLUE Adriatic Beach
Four-Star·4.5·Adults Only
OverallBeachFoodServiceRoomsLuxuryValueRomance
NEMA Design Hotel & SpaTUI BLUE Adriatic Beach

Quick Stats

8.6
Overall Score
8.7
5-star
Star Rating
4-star
4.5 (995)
Google Rating
4.5 (1,728)
Price / Night
Yes
Adults Only
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
20 min
Airport Transfer
120 min

All Scores

7.8
Beach
8.8
8.4
Food
8.2
8.9
Service
8.7
8.8
Rooms
8.4
8.6
Pools
8.5
Luxury
7.4
Value
8.0
8.9
Romance
8.7
8.4
Quiet
8.5
8.7
Wellness
7.1
Remote work
6.5

Vibes

NEMA Design Hotel & Spa
RomanceQuiet
TUI BLUE Adriatic Beach
RomanceQuiet

Activities

NEMA Design Hotel & Spa
SpaGolfWater sports
TUI BLUE Adriatic Beach
SpaWater sports

NEMA Design Hotel & Spa

  • Adults-only all-inclusive
  • 4 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • 20 min from HER

TUI BLUE Adriatic Beach

  • Adults-only all-inclusive
  • 2 pools
  • 2 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • Swim-up suites
  • 120 min from SPU

Pros — NEMA Design Hotel & Spa

  • Adults-only design-hotel atmosphere with strong privacy and calm.
  • Very convenient Heraklion airport transfer compared with many Cretan resorts.
  • Strong recurring praise for staff, cleanliness, rooms, breakfast, and pool areas.
  • Spa and wellness identity is more developed than at many beach hotels of similar size.
  • Direct beachfront access in Analipsi.

Pros — TUI BLUE Adriatic Beach

  • Direct access to very clear Adriatic water.
  • Adults-only atmosphere with strong relaxation appeal.
  • Verified room, pool, restaurant, and coordinate data from official sources.

Cons — NEMA Design Hotel & Spa

  • Beach quality receives more mixed guest feedback than the rooms, service, and pool.
  • Some guests question value in higher-priced or all-inclusive-style packages.
  • Room count and restaurant count have changed across listings, so exact operating scale should be reconfirmed seasonally.
  • Not ideal for families with children under 16 or travelers seeking a large, high-energy resort.

Cons — TUI BLUE Adriatic Beach

  • Remote setting with limited nearby infrastructure.
  • Hilly paths and steps may not suit every traveler.
  • Beach lounger costs can be a point of frustration.
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