Hotels Heraklion Greece ( GR)
Avdou Villas, Avdou Pediados, Heraklion 70005
Location. Set in the Lagada valley, on an organic farm, Avdou Villas features shuttered windows and terracotta tiles, and a garden measuring 20,000 square metres. The villas are 29 kilometres from the port of Heraklion and 30 kilometres from Heraklion Airport ( H E R). Hotel Features. Guests can participate in organic farming and Cretan cooking classes, or simply relax on the terraces beside the outdoor pool. The farming estate has olive and citrus trees, and a vegetable garden. Further amenities include a picnic area, complimentary parking, and dry cleaning services. Restaurant Avdou serves traditional Cretan dishes in a simple setting. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served to guests each morning. Guests can explore the Lagada hills on horseback, or practise their swing at Crete Golf Club's 18 hole course, which is nine kilometres away from the hotel. Guestrooms. The eight air conditioned villas have modern decor in light colours, simple furnishings and tiled floors. All rooms extend to balconies and include kitchenettes equipped with coffee/tea makers and refrigerators, telephones, televisions, and hair dryers. Expert Tip. The Lasithi Plateau, which can be found 15 kilometres from the hotel, is well known for its thousands of white sailed windmills. The Palace of Knossos, a spectacular Minoan settlement dating back to 1700 B C, is 40 kilometres away. Please note: All guests must call the following numbers one day prior to arrival to make check in arrangements: +302897051606 or +306973880804
Kastro, Theotokopoulou 22, Heraklion 71202
The Kastro Hotel operates on a 12 month basis featuring 38 spacious rooms. It was completely renovated and decorated in 2002 2003 blending the past with up to date luxury for all visitors keen on combining business with pleasure. The unique location pro
Nymphes, Aghia Pelagia, Heraklion 71 500
Location. The Nymphes Luxury Apartments are located in Agia Pelagia on the island of Crete, Greece. Heraklion town centre and its port are 18 kilometres from the hotel. Hotel Features. Set on a hilltop with a panoramic view of the archipelagos, Nymphes Luxury Apartments is painted in the traditional white and blue of the Greek Islands. The three storey residence's apartments are set amid 5,000 square metres of greenery. The panoramic sea view terrace features an outdoor swimming pool with sun beds and a barbecue area. The residence arranges sightseeing tours of Crete, to historic sites including Santorini and Knossos Palace. Complimentary parking is available on site. A breakfast is offered every morning (surcharge). There is no restau rant on site, but dining options are available in Agia Pelagia town centre, three kilometres away. The hotel's main hall is a quiet place to read or work and features a library, satellite television, Internet access (surcharge) and a fax machine. Guestrooms. The nine air conditioned apartments at Nymphes Luxury Apartments open onto furnished terraces offering views of the Aegean Sea. Complimentary baskets o f fresh fruit, local wine, bottled water and flowers are provided upon arrival. Apartments incorporate kitchens and bathrooms with showers, slippers, bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. Other amenities include satellite television and safes. D V D players and movies can be provided on request. Expert Tip. The Cave of Melidoni, 20 kilometres away, played an important role during the revolt of the Cretan people against the Ottoman Empire, serving as a hiding place for warriors. The cave houses a memorial sarcophagus containing the skeletal remains of people killed during this time
Lato Boutique Hotel, 15 Epimenidou Street, Heraklion 71202
Location. The Lato Boutique Hotel is located in Heraklion, on the island of Crete, Greece, 500 metres from the city centre and four kilometres from the airport. Hotel Features. The Lato Boutique Hotel is a modern, air conditioned property situated in a prestigious quarter of the city overlooking the Mediterranean. The lobby is minimalist in style and features white, marble floors, black contemporary furniture and dramatic lighting. There is a steam room, hot tub and mini gym as well as a roof garden offering views of the old Venetian Fortress and the Cretan sea. Other hotel amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access, room service and a 24 hour front desk. The Lato Boutique Hotel's contemporary styled Aroma Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It serves Cretan, Greek and international dishes and includes vegetarian, diabetic and children's menus. The Roof Garden Restaurant offers fresh fish and sea food including Pasta with Lobster, as well as Greek wines and exotic cocktails. The hotel offers a complimentary American style buffet breakfast. Business services include a business centre with fax and P C, conference rooms and meeting rooms. Guestrooms. There are 58 air conditioned rooms built over five floors. Decor is contemporary with pale walls and dark wood furniture brightened by subtly striped or delicately floral soft furnishings. All rooms have satellite television, pay movies, minibars, safes and direct dial phones. Expert Tip. The long and sandy beach of Ammoudara is the closest beach to the Lato Boutique Hotel, five kilometres away. It's easily reached by bus or taxi from Heraklion. Although there are lots of hotels, beach bars and restaurants, it also has quieter areas, as well as a windsurfing school at the west end of the beach