Tylissos Beach

There are some very good points with the hotel and some not so good hence the rating The staff are wonderful and attentive , gentle happy and kind people . Have to say the entertainment person from Serbia adds no value and is an irritation and is not needed there Rooms - very well appointed , clean and tidy and decor to match . Only disappointment was the exposed balcony at the front with no privacy at the front Road - not the hotels fault but the road is exceptionally busy , loud and dangerous which you have to cross to the beach - the beach. At was not open so had to walk across with drinks - not very good when negotiating speeding traffic . This is not apparent in any photos . This needs highlighting Parking - very poor . Tiny car park with people just parking haphazardly with little space if you hire a car Food - generally good but not very varied / themed . The cooked breakfasts are bad , cold and something to avoid after the first try Location - poor - away from the town . Town itself is lacklustre with a lot of appalling graffiti which doesn’t look good . The harbour and frontage is also not typically Greek and offers little . All inclusive - this is not all inclusive and the variety of drinks is very poor . The worst part being after 22.00 you have to pay . Should not be able to use the term all inclusive on this basis

My boyfriend and I had a lovely stay at Tylissos Beach Hotel. It’s a very calm and peaceful place with a nice and friendly staff, comfortable rooms and great breakfast. We really enjoyed our stay here and will definitely come back :)

Coming back next year to this gem of Ierapetra. The greek night was something special. Dancing, singing and having a wonderful time! The rooms were comfortable and clean. The food was really tasty and delicious. Relaxing by the pool with a cocktail. But the best was the friendly and professional staff. Of course the beach that's just opposite the hotel stole my heart. Many thanks and we will see you next year.

DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!!! I really couldn't ask for a better vacation! I stayed at Tylissos for a week and the only thing I have to say is EXCELLENT! The rooms were fully renovated and super clean. The buffet and generally the food was on another level and the location was magical just 10 steps from the beach! The staff was super friendly and professional and the atmosphere was perfect. It had everything I could ask for and it was definitely a value for money! Coming back next year!

"Care home" vibe with poor All-Inclusive – avoid if you're looking for a real resort ​Location & Logistics: The location is quite poor. It’s very far from the airport – a private transfer takes about 2 hours. There is absolutely nothing in the immediate vicinity. The town of Ierapetra is a 15-minute walk away, and you can see everything there in an hour. Staying here for 9 days without a car is impossible. Pro tip: Rent a car directly at the airport; local prices are around €60/day. ​Check-in & Service: Upon arrival, we were hit with a €90 tourist tax. Our first room had a broken toilet flush—after a 4-hour failed repair attempt, we were finally moved to a different room. On a positive note, the reception and restaurant staff are very friendly and polite, which we truly appreciated. ​The "All Inclusive" Joke: The food is extremely monotonous with a very small selection. There were almost no fruits or desserts beyond the absolute basics. A big plus for the fresh-squeezed orange juice, though. However, the drinks are a disappointment. No cocktails are included in the AI option. You only get beer, red/white wine (no rose), raki, ouzo, and local rum. Any cocktail costs at least €9. A beer at the pool is €4.50, and the beach bar was practically closed. Big plus for Starvos ,Maria and couple from restaurant...they was natural smiles to everyone. ​Facilities & Atmosphere: The beach is atmospheric, but the sand is black and full of rocks—swimming shoes are a must. The average age of guests is 50+, so it feels more like a sanatorium than a holiday resort. The animation is a joke—the animator showed zero engagement. ​Check-out Policy: Check-out is at 11:00 AM, and they remove your AI wristbands immediately. Even though we arrived at 10:00 PM on our first day, we had to pay for everything on our last day while waiting for a late flight, which is unacceptable. ​Summary: If you like a "care home" atmosphere, you might find yourself at home here. Unfortunately, we relied on reviews that did not reflect the reality of the place. We do not recommend it for those expecting a standard All-Inclusive experience. Definitely not recommend for people under 40's