CRETA MARIS - PASSOVER 2026
Pesach 2026 with Shainfeld at CRETA MARIS, Europe's largest and most luxurious Caribbean-style Pesach resort!
Shainfeld Tours, with over 35 years of experience, is dedicated to continuously innovating and elevating each vacation. Our expertise shines through in our selection of the world’s most luxurious resorts, investment in gourmet cuisine by internationally acclaimed chefs, performances by renowned artists, and exclusive tours with expert guides to spectacular destinations. All of this combines with experience, quality, and professionalism to make Shainfeld vacations a top-notch holiday.
Additional shabbat weekend april 10-12 also available
This year, Shainfeld Passover takes you to CRETA MARIS in Crete, Greece – Europe’s largest and most luxurious Caribbean-style resort!
- Stunning Caribbean-style resort rated 5★★★★★ Deluxe
- Only 20 minutes from the airport in the heart of Hersonissos
- Private beach for hotel guests and 17 pools including 2 heated indoor and outdoor pools
- ALL INCLUSIVE package with complimentary wine, open bars, and themed evenings
- Full board with gourmet meals from Shainfeld’s best international chefs
- Shainfeld Tours managers on-site throughout the holiday
- Performances by famous artists, lectures and activities for the whole family
- Tour breathtaking sites with the best guides
- Special Guest Stars: Sivan Rahav-Meir, Kobi Arieli, Yishai Lapidot & More
In the Shainfeld tradition of hospitality, enjoy top-notch service during the holiday, Glatt Kosher gourmet food for Passover (Non-Gebrochts and Kitniyot-free), full board, majestic Seder night, performances by leading Jewish singers, family activities, and the opportunity for fascinating tours in Crete.
The Shainfeld professional management team will be on-site at the hotel to provide personalized care and ensure you have a wonderful vacation. Our talented professionals, master chefs, and artisans are waiting for you this Pesach at one perfect destination – CRETA MARIS in Crete.
THE RESORT
Europe's Largest and Most Luxurious Pesach Resort
CRETA MARIS is a breathtaking Caribbean-style resort where you can stroll and indulge all day long. This is where the world’s elite come to vacation – a pastoral, dreamlike resort sprawling across 40 acres of pure luxury, complete with a private helicopter pad and an exclusive beach reserved solely for hotel guests.
The resort is ideally located in the heart of Hersonissos, allowing you to step directly onto the vibrant promenade, explore the city center, stroll the pedestrian shopping streets, and browse local boutiques – everything is within easy reach.
World-Class Facilities
At the resort’s central area stand two magnificent buildings housing all the gourmet restaurants, elegant cocktail bars, the Pool Bar, an indulgent spa center with heated pool, and a spectacular convention center. Within this center, you’ll find our beautifully appointed synagogue and state-of-the-art performance and lecture hall.
The resort also features 17 stunning swimming pools, including heated indoor and outdoor pools, a fully equipped fitness center, sauna, and jacuzzi.
ROOMS & COTTAGES
Luxurious Accommodations
The resort offers a diverse range of premium accommodations: spacious garden cottages with sea or garden views, and luxury suites with private swimming pools, sauna, and jacuzzi right inside your room – just a few steps from the sea. Every room is designed to the highest standard and fully equipped with everything you need: air conditioning, flat-screen TV with remote, work desk, sitting area, hair dryer, mini-bar, safe, and more.
This is not just a hotel – it’s an experience you’ve never encountered before, combining the ultimate in luxury with the authentic charm and stunning beauty of Crete.
Rooms with ocean or garden/mountain view
Cottages with ocean or garden/mountain view
MORE AT THE RESORT
17 Pools, Synagogues, Spa & Fitness Center
Synagogues: The resort features 3 magnificent synagogues – Sephardi, Ashkenazi, and a synagogue for international guests, ensuring a spiritual and enriching experience for all.
Heated Pools: Among the 17 pools throughout the resort are a heated indoor pool and a heated outdoor pool, perfect for year-round enjoyment.
Pampering Spa: Indulge in the resort’s luxurious spa, where professional and experienced therapists provide exquisite beauty treatments, wellness therapies, and rejuvenating massages. (Spa services are available for a fee and require advance booking.)
Fitness Center: Stay active in the newly equipped fitness center, featuring a comprehensive range of state-of-the-art equipment, including treadmills, weights, and modern fitness facilities.
**Please note: The outdoor water park will not be operational during Passover.
KOSHER GOURMET DINING
Shainfeld - Where Culinary Dreams Come True
At Shainfeld, our dedication to food is grounded in our core values: kashrut, quality, and quantity.
Enjoy a culinary experience like no other in our brand-new, spacious dining room, designed exclusively for Shainfeld guests. Comfort and elegance meet in an atmosphere where every meal is a delight.
Experience quality in every bite with the enticing aromas and flavors of our dishes. Our dining rooms feature impressive bars that are a feast for the eyes. Our international team of chefs and pastry chefs specialize in kosher Jewish cuisine, blending the rich traditions of Mizrahi and Ashkenazi styles. The variety and abundance in our dining rooms are truly astonishing.
Savor full breakfast, lunch, and dinner spreads, including a wide selection of meats, fish, soups, salads, sides, desserts, cakes, jams, and delicacies.
On Shabbat, enjoy a full board with Shainfeld’s special Kiddush.
Kosher: Glatt Kosher, non-Gebrochts, and Kitniot Free, under the supervision of Rabbi Yaakov Gluskin Shalita.
THE CHEFS
Meet Our Award-Winning Culinary Team
Our exceptional team features world-class chefs and pastry chefs who have earned international acclaim.
Alongside their talented assistants, they craft an exciting and dynamic menu bursting with an abundance of flavors, vibrant colors, and enticing aromas, ensuring every dish offers a delightful and unforgettable taste experience.
BARS AND LOUNGE
Your Oasis of Relaxation, Open All Day – Free
Experience the charm of Shainfeld’s renowned Irish Lounge (Tea Room).
This year we’ve upgraded to 4 premium bars: 2 Irish Lounges and 2 Pool Bars, all open and complimentary for your enjoyment.
Join us for complimentary hot and cold beverages, fresh fruits, irresistible pastries, a selection of fine liqueurs, and delightful surprises for children. Indulge in a moment of relaxation and enjoyment at our inviting lounge.
KIDDUSH
Magnificent Shabbat Kiddush
Experience the grandeur of Shainfeld’s special Shabbat Kiddush, where you dine like royalty with an array of delicacies including special cheesecakes, smoked fish, and more.
ACTIVITIES
MAGNIFICENT SEDER AND PESACH ACTIVITIES
All prayer services in the synagogues are held by a professional Cantor.
The family table in the exquisite dining rooms will be decorated with elegant tablecloths, flower arrangements, wine bottles and the traditional Seder plate.
Join us and celebrate at our traditional communal Seder, with an option for a 2nd Seder. Your preference of Seder (Ashkenazic or Sephardic) includes the reading of the Haggadah, accompanied by Jewish songs and the Afikoman, and a fabulous dinner with all of the traditional Jewish foods of Pesach.
Private Seder rooms are available upon request.
Chol Hamoed entertainment: journalist Sivan Rahav-Meir, Kobi Arieli, singer and composer Yishai Lapidot, cantor Israel Rand, singer Moishi Roicher, wonder boy Chaim Zippel, and many others.
Program for all ages
Throughout the holiday, adults will enjoy a unique yet diverse program, including folklore nights, lectures, workshops, music shows, and more.
One of our distinguished guest scholars is Rabbi David Lapin.
Children will be busy all day under the supervision of experienced counselors, in workshops, or the mini-club.
*Artists are subject to change
SIGHTSEEING
Explore Beautiful Sites With The Best Guides
Crete is ideal for exploration, with everything nearby and accessible, allowing you to venture out independently to discover beautiful and diverse sites.
Our team of professional tour guides has prepared stunning Passover excursions for you. Discover Crete and visit spectacular new destinations you’ve never experienced before.
Featured Tour Destinations Include:
Elounda – A charming fishing village nestled on the famous Mirabello Bay, offering a perfect blend of turquoise sea views against a stunning mountain backdrop.
Agios Nikolaos – A delightful coastal town in northeastern Crete, considered one of the island’s crown jewels.
Spinalonga Island Cruise – An exciting voyage to the small, mysterious island floating off Elounda’s shores, known as the historic leper colony.
Sissi Village – An authentic small fishing village in northeastern Crete that has preserved its traditional charm.
Milatos Cave – An impressive natural cave with history etched into Cretan memory.
Knossos Palace – Crete’s most spectacular and famous archaeological site, offering a fascinating journey into the heart of ancient Minoan civilization.
Lychnostatis Open Air Museum – A captivating open-air museum offering an authentic journey into traditional Cretan life.
Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre – A unique and heartwarming rescue center combining an aquarium with a rehabilitation facility for reptiles and marine creatures.
For Organized Tours:
Those interested in joining organized tours with professional guides can pre-register.
*Tours subject to change based on weather conditions or guide’s decision, without prior notice.
FUN FOR FAMILIES
Family Attractions And Extreme Sports
Crete and our spectacular resort offer endless activities and exciting experiences for the entire family.
There are a wide variety of attractions at the resort: 17 stunning swimming pools including heated indoor and outdoor pools, massive children’s playpark with indoor and outdoor areas, fully equipped fitness center, tennis, basketball and football courts, and a grand golf course just minutes away.
Adjacent to the resort enjoy thrilling water sports: water skiing, wave surfing, kayaking, sailing, scuba diving and snorkeling. Adventure lovers can embark on jeep tours, ride ATVs and motorcycles, go horseback riding, or explore hiking trails.
Like shopping? Visit Mall Hersonissos, Samartzis Shopping Center, and Chersonissos Market for fashion, souvenirs, and local finds.
*Activities at additional charge. Subject to change based on weather or guide’s decision.
