Inaugurated last month on the sun-drenched island of Crete, Pnoé Breathing Life beach-front resort represents a fresh addition to the luxury wellbeing landscape in Europe. The wellness vacation trend has surged over recent years, with post-lockdown travellers in pursuit of authentic locales that offer not just top-tier spa and beauty treatments, but real, transformative experiences.
Amid the increasing demand for peaceful, adults-only retreats that offer total rejuvenation, Pnoé Breathing Life has carved out its niche. This oasis, translating to ‘the breath of life’ in Greek, presents a tranquil, design-forward sanctuary where guests can indulge in the finest Cretan culinary delights, immersive island escapades, and exceptional wellness programmes.
Pnoé Breathing Life is part of the new Greek-owned MK Hotel Collection, which also includes Sentido Unique Blue. Nestled just outside the historic city of Heraklion on the north coast of Crete, Pnoé stands apart as a small, contemporary resort where the spotlight is on wellbeing and food. It offers adults a well-deserved break, promising a rejuvenating escape on every level.
The interior design of Pnoé mirrors the island’s natural allure with 60 private pool suites. The decor, in soothing colour palettes and materials like wood and stone, is thoughtfully designed to invite guests to declutter their minds and refocus. Outdoors, tranquil open spaces revolve around a stunning swimming pool, offering panoramic sea and mountain vistas of the surrounding Cretan landscape. Each communal space, from the warm earthy-toned Thymises restaurant to the green oasis of the Uranos Rooftop Bar, adds to Pnoé’s unique identity.
In terms of cuisine, Pnoé takes pride in serving delectable Cretan fare with locally-sourced high-quality produce, embodying the Mediterranean’s distinct character. Throughout the day, guests can enjoy fresh sushi, snacks, and smoothies by the poolside, while the rooftop bar serves mixologist-crafted cocktails at sunset. For those seeking a more luxurious dining experience, Thymises presents an open-kitchen culinary adventure through Cretan cuisine.
Wellbeing is at the forefront of Pnoé’s ethos. Whether guests seek to enhance fitness, cultivate inner health, or simply unwind and recharge, a suite of recovery programmes, an advanced fitness facility, and personal trainers are at their disposal. Pnoé also houses an on-site beauty salon and offers a Guest Relation Service to cater to every guest need.
Pnoé enjoys an enviable location close to the island capital, Heraklion, offering both utmost privacy and a sense of community. Excursions to landmarks like Knossos, recognised as “Europe’s Oldest City”, and the world-renowned Elafonissi beach, can be arranged. The rich history of Heraklion, with its medieval churches, Venetian-era fountains, and one of Europe’s most important archaeological museums, adds to the appeal of this luxurious resort.
Prices at Pnoé Breathing Life start from €415 per room per night, including breakfast.
Visit www.pnoe-breathinglife.com for more information.
