JW Marriott

Crete Resort & Spa

Mediterranean simplicity with immersive, nature-inspired luxury. Block722's new 5-star resort for JW Marriott in Marathi, Crete is a benchmark for sustainable Mediterranean hospitality. Set on the steep hillside above Souda Bay, the project combines contemporary architectural precision with the spirit of the Cretan landscape.

Spanning 59,700 sqm and accommodating 450 guests in 160 rooms and suites, the resort incorporates traditional elements, regenerative design strategies, and local craftsmanship to form an authentic experience for guests.

Project details

Client: Marriott Hotels & Resorts

Hotel Owner: Vasilakis S.A.

Brand: JW Marriott

Operational Manager: SWOT Hospitality

Creative Direction, Architecture & Interior design: Block722

Principal Architects: Sotiris Tsergas, Katja Margaritoglou, Christina Kontou, Elena Milidaki

Design team: Apostolos Karastamatis, Eirini Tsakalaki, Danai Lazaridi, Electra Polyzou, Marilena Michalopoulou, Xenia Bouranta, Georgia Nikolopoulou, Tzemil Moustafoglou, Gregory Bodiotis

Landscaping: Doxiadis +

Planting: M&M Constructions Ltd

Project Management: Vasilakis S.A., Yiannis Poulianakis, Sofia Papavasileiou

Lighting Design: L+DG Lighting Architects

Structural design: PLINTH engineers

E/M design: Agapakis & Associates L.P.

Spa & Wellness consultants: Eminence Hospitality and Andrew Gibson

Art direction: Block722, Efi Spyrou

Styling: Priszcilla Varga

Photography: Ana Santl

Aerial videography and photography: George Pappas