PAID CONTENT FOR NEMA DESIGN HOTEL & SPA


PAID CONTENT FOR NEMA DESIGN HOTEL & SPA


NEMA Design Hotel & Spa ANALIPSI, CRETE


NEMA Design Hotel & Spa is an adults-only beachfront retreat on Crete’s peaceful north coast, just 20 minutes from Heraklion Airport. Modern architectural lines, soft textures and a palette drawn from the island’s rugged landscape create an atmosphere of quiet sophistication and ease. The resort offers 97 rooms and suites across


two distinctive hospitality concepts. NEMA Design Hotel & Spa embodies contemporary Mediterranean minimalism, while EÉSO by NEMA — a new ultra-luxury wing of expansive standalone suites launching in 2026 — promises heightened privacy and sensory depth. Each space is designed for pure relaxation, many with private pools or whirlpool baths, and generous terraces that open out to gardens or the Aegean horizon. Dining celebrates the island’s culinary heritage.


At Rizes, the signature restaurant, heritage recipes are reimagined using seasonal local produce, while NÁ LE MA offers refined gastronomy where sea and garden flavours meet quiet innovation. The Deck by Rizes provides an elegant seaside setting that shifts from leisurely lunches to vibrant sunset evenings,


and the relaxed beachfront restaurant serves fresh, unfussy dishes just steps from the water. Curated wine tastings highlight native Cretan varietals such as Vidiano, Kotsifali and Liatiko, guided by the in-house sommelier. Wellness is central to NEMA’s philosophy. The


Royal Spa draws inspiration from Cretan herbs and Eastern therapies, offering restorative rituals. Outdoor yoga sessions invite guests to reconnect with nature, while guided hikes to the traditional village of Mochos reveal local craftsmanship, honey producers and sweeping mountain views. Culture lies close at hand too. The Minoan palace


of Malia is just minutes away, offering insight into Crete’s ancient civilisations, while the legendary palace of Knossos stands as a vivid reminder of Europe’s earliest cultural blossoming. As NEMA evolves with the arrival of EÉSO by


NEMA, it continues to refine its philosophy of calm luxury, rooted in nature, expressed through design and enriched by the island’s stories and flavours. This is a place to slow down, connect authentically and embrace the effortless rhythm of Crete.


DON’T MISS Indulge in a candlelight beach dinner under the stars, Crete’s most intimate moment


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KEY FEATURES • 97 rooms & suites • 4 restaurants • Royal Spa • Gym • Beachfront


GET IN TOUCH nemacrete.com T: +30 28970 29532 E: reservations@nemacrete.com


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