The competition is a special edition of the established 100% Hotel Design Awards, which has been successfully held in Athens since 2015 and has become a benchmark for hotel design. Its expansion to Crete further confirms the island’s pivotal role in both Greek and international tourism.
Notable Entries That Stand Out
The 1st 100% Hotel Design Awards | Crete 2026 already features notable projects that reflect the range and quality of contemporary hotel design on the island. Explore the 14 finalists of the competition in detail:
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Altera Cave Villas – Click here to view the entry
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Amira Luxury Resort & Spa 5★ – Rethymno – Click here to view the entry
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Artcotel Luxury Villa – Click here to view the entry
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Bio Beach Boutique Hotel 4★ – Rethymno – Click here to view the entry
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Crēthos | Authentic Cretan Retreat – Click here to view the entry
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Hotel Amira Serenity Suites 5★ – Rethymno – Click here to view the entry
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Hotel Ideon Old Town – Rethymno – Click here to view the entry
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INNSiDE by Meliá Elounda – Click here to view the entry
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InterContinental Crete – Click here to view the entry
MYRION Beach resort & spa - Click here to view the entry
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Lyttos Mare – Click here to view the entry
The Echo of the Sea, Beachfront Luxury Villa - Click here to view the entry
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The Liofito Nest – A Refuge in the Olive Grove –Click here to view the entry
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Themis Beach Hotel –Click here to view the entry
These entries highlight different scales, styles, and hospitality philosophies – from large resorts to boutique hotels and villas – offering a comprehensive picture of Crete’s hotel landscape today.
Presentation & Award Ceremony
The shortlisted entries will be presented in an impressive display within a specially designed space during the 100% Hotel Show | Crete 2026, taking place 6–8 February 2026 at the Crete International Exhibition Center (CIEC) in Heraklion.
The Awards Ceremony will be held on Friday, 6 February 2026, the official opening day of the exhibition, honoring the projects that stood out for their quality and creativity.
Save the dates: Friday, 6 February – Saturday, 7 February – Sunday, 8 February
Register for free as a visitor: Click here
Get your ticket for the Workshops: Click here
Vote for the Design Awards: Click here
Public Voting: Ongoing
The Audience Award is particularly important, as voting has already begun, giving both the public and industry professionals the opportunity to support the entries they find outstanding.
You can vote for your favorite entry either online via www.hotelshow.gr or at the special ballot boxes available during your visit to 100% Hotel Show | Crete 2026, and become part of the experience!
As is the case with the Athens edition, the winner of the Special Audience Award will not be announced during the Awards Ceremony, but at a later date, after the voting process is completed and the results are processed.
Crete at the center of Hotel Design
The 1st 100% Hotel Design Awards | Crete 2026 is not just a new edition of the competition, but a significant step toward establishing Crete as a reference point for hotel design and hospitality architecture.
With the support of 100% Hotel Show, the institution creates a dynamic space for dialogue, inspiration, and promotion, highlighting projects that are shaping the future of the hospitality experience.
