Accomodation

KOUREMENOS VILLAS *** (AREA KOUREMENOS/PALEKASTRO)
Set on a hillside, enjoying an uninterrupted view over the magnificent bay of Kouremenos, as well as the lush olive groves that fringe the shore, these apartments are approx. 1400 metres from the long, sand and pebble beach of Kouremenos, and approx. 3 km from the village of Palekastro.
This 2-buiding complex consists of: 3 apartments type A1L for 2-4 persons, refurbished in 2008, with two single beds in a separate bedroom, living room/kitchenette (kettle, toasted sandwich maker, toaster) with sleeping area for 2 persons, WC/shower, hairdryer, air conditioning in the bedroom, satellite Plasma TV and a sunny terrace.
2 apartments type A2L for 4-5 persons, refurbished in 2008, with two separate bedrooms, one with two single beds and one with a double bed, living room/kitchenette (kettle, toasted sandwich maker, toaster) with sleeping area for 1 person, WC/shower, hair dryer, air conditioning in the bedrooms, satellite Plasma TV and a sunny terrace.
2 superior apartments type A1L for 2-3 persons, with a double bed in a separate bedroom, fully equipped kitchen/living room with sleeping area for 1 person, (washing machine, microwave, coffee maker, kettle, toaster) satellite TV, safe, air conditioning in the bedroom, WC/shower, hairdryer and a sunny terrace.
1 superior apartment type A2L for 4-5 persons, with two separate bedrooms, one with two single beds and one with a double bed, fully equipped kitchen/living room with sleeping area for 1 person (washing machine, coffee maker, kettle, toaster) satellite TV, air conditioning in the bedrooms, WC/shower, hairdryer and a sunny terrace.Recently built and decorated in soft earth colours, the two-storey superior apartment building lies above the original Kouremenos apartments (refurbished in a simple, traditional style).
All the accommodation is spacious and comfortable with magnificent views. The inviting swimming pool, located in front of the lower building, is at your disposal.
The owners Yiannis and Aspasia, who live in one of the apartments, are renowned for their hospitality and friendly outlook and are there to help make your stay an enjoyable one. Kouremenos Villas are ideal for families and couples seeking peace and relaxation. There are two tavernas approx. 1500 metres away on Kouremenos beach, but all necessary shops, restaurants, cafes and nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village, or in Sitia. Car hire is recommended.(CSx 2)
KASTRI APARTMENTS***(KOUREMENOS AREA/PALEKASTRO)
This modern complex is built on the slope of a hill, with breathtaking views of Kouremenos bay and the surrounding countryside. The apartments are situated within an area of 8000 sq.m, approx. 600 metres away from Kouremenos beach and approx. 2 km from Palekastro village.
The complex was fully renovated in 2006 and consists of:
14 apartments type A1L for 2-4 persons, 1 separate bedroom with 1 double sofa bed, living room/kitchenette with sleeping area for 2 persons, WC/shower, air conditioning, TV and balcony.
15 studios type ST for 2-3 persons, bed/living room with 2 single sofa beds, kitchenette, WC/shower, air conditioning, TV and balcony.
The hotel facilities include a reception, a large swimming pool, a pool bar and a restaurant.
There are 2 tavernas approx. 700 metres away on the beach of Kouremenos, but all other necessary shops, mini markets, restaurants, cafes, plus nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village. This complex is ideally situated for quiet, relaxing holidays with the conveniences of a hotel. Car hire is recommended. (Cleaning service every day).
CASA DI MARE APARTMENTS **/* (AREA KOUREMENOS/PALEKASTRO)

Situated in a quiet lush olive grove, approx. 150 metres from the long, sand and pebble beach of Kouremenos and approx. 2,7 km from Palekastro village, Casa di Mare apartments (formerly called Christina & Voula apartments) are ideal for those looking for restful holidays near the beach in the unspoilt Cretan countryside.
The complex of two buildings consists of:
6 apartments type A1L for 2-4 persons, each with a separate air conditioned bedroom with a double or twin beds, a living/dining room area with two built in sofa beds, a fully equipped kitchenette, WC/shower or bath and TV. An inviting swimming pool is placed in front of the apartments and is at the disposal of the guests.
The 3 apartments in the building closer to the sea have a large balcony in front with a view of the sea and Kouremenos bay over olive trees. The other 3 apartments in the building behind have a large balcony in front with a view over the garden and olive trees and sea view from the windows. All apartments have been decorated in a tasteful, traditional style.
Two tavernas are to be found approx. 150 metres away, on Kouremenos beach, but all necessary shops, restaurants, cafes and nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village or the town of Sitia. Car hire is recommended. (CS x 2)

GLAROS APARTMENTS**/* (AREA KOUREMENOS /PALEKASTRO)

These apartments are situated right by the long beach of Kouremenos, in a very quiet and peaceful area. The complex is built in an area of 3800 sq.m. The apartments are surrounded by olive trees and enjoy wonderful views of the sea over the garden. The tranquil environment and the crystal-clear sea are the main characteristics of this area, which make the complex ideal for visitors seeking peace, quiet and relaxation next to the sea.
The complex consists of:
6 studios type ST for 2 persons, bed/living room with 1 double or 2 single beds, kitchenette, WC/shower, air conditioning and a sunny veranda.
6 apartments type A1L for 2-4 persons, with 1 separate bedroom with 1 double bed, living room/kitchenette with sleeping area for 2 persons, WC/shower, air conditioning and a sunny veranda.
The apartments are only 30 m away from the sand and pebble beach of Kouremenos and approx. 2.7 km from Palekastro village.
In the complex there is a small traditional taverna. All other necessary shops, restaurants, cafés, plus nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village.
Car hire is recommended. (CS x 2)
AEOLOS STUDIOS***/*(AREA AGATHIAS/PALEKASTRO)
Hidden in a quiet lush olive grove on the outskirts of the small traditional village of Agathias, approx. 1400 metres from the village of Palekastro and approx. 1200 metres from the sand and pebble beach of Chiona and the small traditional fish tavernas, Aeolos Studios are ideal for those wishing for peaceful and restful holidays in the Cretan countryside.
The complex of two buildings consists of:
3 studios type ST for 2-3 persons, a bed/living room with a double or twin beds, a divan, fully equipped kitchenette, WC/shower, telephone and air conditioning.
1 maisonette type MAIS for 2-4 persons, with a double bed on a raised gallery, a single bed on the lower level, a divan in the living area, fully equipped kitchenette, WC/shower, telephone and air conditioning.
All studios and maisonettes are of a high standard, are decorated in subtle pastel shades which make all the difference to the simple but tasteful interiors and have their own private terrace leading to the enticing swimming pool of the complex and the beautiful garden. You will probably meet the owner and his wife as they live in one of the apartments.
Within walking distance you can enjoy the small traditional tavernas in the village of Agathias. Alternatively all necessary shops, restaurants, cafes, mini markets, plus nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village. Car hire is recommended.(CS X 2)
GRANDES APARTMENTS **/* (AREA KOUREMENOS/PALEKASTRO)

A cluster of comfortable apartments set in the unspoilt Cretan countryside and 3.000 sq.m of lush green olive grove, approx. 70 metres from the sand and pebble beach of Kouremenos, Grandes Apts (named after the small islands of Kouremenos Bay), are the perfect choice for those who want to relax and enjoy the sea and sun in peaceful surroundings.
These 3 terraced apartments type A1L all have a separate bedroom with a double or twin beds and two single built-in sofa beds in the living room area, a kitchenette, air conditioning (in the bedroom only), WC/shower and a large terrace at the front overlooking the garden.
Views over the Kouremenos bay can be enjoyed from the front windows of the apartments.
The delightful beach taverna which is situated close by, belongs to the owners of the apartments Manolis and Evangelia, who are always ready to assist their guests in anything they may need.
A second taverna is a few metres further down the road but all other shops, restaurants, cafés and nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village approx. 2.8 km away. Car hire is recommended. (CS x 2)
HIONA HOLIDAY HOTEL **/* (AREA PALEKASTRO)
This small newly built family hotel is ideal for those wishing to be close to village life and facilities but also not far from the sea and countryside.
It is situated on the outskirts of the village of Palekastro approx. 400 metres from its centre and is set back approx. 35 metres from the road leading to the sand and pebble beach of Chiona and the small traditional fish tavernas approx. 1900 metres away.
The hotel has 35 rooms, all decorated in a neo-classical style, all with their own private WC/shower, telephone, fridge, TV, air conditioning and balcony, enjoying views of either the surrounding hillside or the village.
The hotel facilities include a reception area with a lounge joining on to the breakfast area.
Anna, the young owner, is always eager to help her guests with anything they may need and make their stay an enjoyable one.
All necessary shops, cafes, restaurants plus nightlife facilities are to be found in the village of Palekastro.
VAI VILLAGE **/* AREA VAI PALEKASTRO
Situated within a short drive from the famous Vai Palm beach is the Vai Village complex. Carefully renovated by the 15th Century Toplou Monastery, this stone residence has kept all the charm of its past. Although located near the road, the property we offer is hidden from sight and is extremely quiet from early evening.
The complex consists of:
3 studios type SOL for 2-3 persons, bed/living room with 2-3 single beds or 1 double bed and 1 single, all with a fully equipped kitchen (microwave oven but not normal oven included), satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone and WC/shower.
3 apartments type A1L for 2-4 persons with 1 double bed and 2 single beds or 4 single beds all with a fully equipped kitchen (microwave oven but not normal oven included), satellite TV, air conditioning in the bedroom, telephone and WC/shower.
Some of the apartments and studios even have a fireplace and they are all finely decorated in the real old traditional style and colourings, and open out onto a terrace with views of Cretan wilderness and the beautiful rock garden and tamarisk trees.
Amongst the facilities of the complex are a communal kitchen and dining area in one of the buildings,shady pergolas, a wood oven and a vegetable garden where you are free to pick seasonal vegetables for daily use at any time!
Magnificent sand and pebble beaches can be found at very short distances at Itanos, Vai, Kouremenos and Chiona as well as small traditional fish tavernas at Chiona and Kouremenos.
All other necessary shops, restaurants, cafes and nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village approx. 7,5 km away or in the town of Sitia. Car hire is recommended. (CS X 2)
DRETAKI VILLAS **/* (AREA KOUREMENOS/PALEKASTRO)

These three villas, built in traditional Cretan style, are situated on the slope of a hill, in a very quiet and peaceful area, with a spectacular view of the long, sand and pebble beach of Kouremenos and the surrounding mountains.
The three villas are approx. 900 meters away from the sandy beach and approx. 2,5 km from Palekastro village and are surrounded by a beautiful garden and olive trees.
Villa A and villa B are situated approx. 15 meters apart and are type V2LK for 4-5 persons, have 2 separate bedrooms with 1 double and 2 single beds, a cosy living room with a sleeping area for 1 person, a well equiped fitted kitchen, bathroom, large sunny veranda, central heating, and air-conditioning.
Villa C is located approx. 60 meters further down the hillside, type V2L for 4 persons, with 2 separate bedrooms with 1 double and 2 single beds, living room/kitchen, bathroom, air-conditioning and a large veranda. In the garden of this villa there is a Cretan wood oven where you can try your hand at traditional Cretan cooking.

The owners of the villas, Evagelia and George, are a very friendly, generous and hospitable couple, always ready to offer their guests their assistance for a pleasant stay.
There are two small fish tavernas approx. 1100 metres away, on Kouremenos beach but all necessary shops, restaurants, cafes, mini markets, plus nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village. An ideal location for those seeking peace and relaxation. (CS X 2)
VIGLA HOUSES ** (AREA KOUREMENOS/PALEKASTRO)
The Vigla complex, with breathtaking, uninterrupted views over Kouremenos bay and the mountains, situated on a hill bearing the same name, consists of 2 identical houses, one approx. 40 metres above the other. The houses are approx. 1400 metres from the beach of Kouremenos and approx. 3 km from the village of Palekastro.
Each house has two adjoining apartments, with 2 bedrooms, one with one double bed, one with 2 single beds, living room/fully-fitted kitchen with sleeping area for 1 extra person, WC/shower, satellite TV and air-conditioning in the bedrooms.
Each apartment has a large balcony and the houses are surrounded by a pleasant garden.
Built onto apartment B is a small room, which is sometimes used by the owners, who are most helpful and friendly.
There are 2 small fish tavernas approx. 1550 metres away on Kouremenos beach but all necessary shops, restaurants, mini markets, tavernas, cafes and nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village. An ideal location for clients seeking peace, quiet and relaxation. Car hire is recommended (CS x 2).
ELIA STUDIOS *** (AREA AGATHIAS/PALEKASTRO)
Situated on the hillside on the outskirts of the small traditional village of Agathias, enjoying panoramic views over the silvergreen olive groves and the golden shores of Chiona and Kouremenos bays, just a short drive from their sand and pebble beaches, are the newly built Elia Studios.
The complex consists of:
6 studios type SOL for 2-3 persons, bed/living room with 2 single beds and one built-in sofa bed, kitchenette, WC/bath, balcony and/or terrace, air conditioning and telephone.
All studios are of a high standard, and are decorated in a tasteful, classic style, in soft colours and have a view of the sea, except one that faces the hillside. There is a communal covered terrace and barbecue at the disposal of the guests who do not wish to leave the site, but wish to relax enjoying the peace and quiet of the surroundings.
For those wishing to taste the traditional Cretan cuisine there is a choice between a short drive down to the small fish tavernas of Chiona beach and Kouremenos beach, but also within walking distance the small traditional tavernas in the village of Agathias.
Alternatively all necessary shops, restaurants, cafes, mini markets, plus nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village. (CS X 2)
OLGA STUDIOS **** (KOUREMENOS AREA /PALEKASTRO)
Situated just a few metres from the long sandy beach of Kouremenos, enjoying the magnificent view of the sea, the small fishing port of Kouremenos and the Grandes islands set in the unspoilt Cretan countryside and surrounded by olive and palm trees, are Olga apartments.
The complex consists of 3 apartments (40 sq.m each) type A1L for 2-4 persons,with one double bed ina separate bedroom, living room fully fitted kitchen withsleeping area for 2 persons, WC/shower and 2 studios each, type SOL (40 sq.m each) for 2-4 persons, comprising of a bed/living room area, in a split level design, with one double bed and one double sofa bed in the living room area which accommodates two persons and a fully fitted kitchen,WC/shower. All apartments and studios have air-conditioning throughout, satellite TV, and a large, sunny terrace facing the sea.
The accommodation is tastefully decorated in a modern way, in different shades of soft pastel colours, offering spacious and comfortable accommodation.
Olga Apartments are ideal for guests seeking quiet and peaceful holidays in unspoilt surroundings and high quality accommodation.
Close by there are 2 delightful tavernas, but all other shops, cafés and nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village. Car hire is recommended (Cleaning service every day)

THALASSA APTS **/* (KOUREMENOS AREA /PALEKASTRO)
The Thalassa Apartment complex boasts a spectacular view over Kouremenos Bay. There are 5 newly-built apartments, all decorated in a modern way with a large terrace facing the sea through silver-green olive groves.
Allthe apartments are similar. Each has one bedroom (type A1L) for 2-4 persons, (separate bedroom with a double bed), living room with sleeping area for 2 persons, fully equipped kitchen, WC/bath, satellite TV, and air conditioning.
Kouremenos sandy beach is aprox. 600 m away, 5 minutes walk, where there are a few tavernas with excellent food.
All necessary shops, restaurants, cafes, mini-markets, plus nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village, which is 2,5km away, or in Sitia town. (Cleaning service X 2)


FOTINI APARTMENTS*** (KOUREMENOS AREA /PALEKASTRO)
These apartments are situated in a very quiet, lush olive grove in the unspoilt area of Kouremenos approx. 250 metres from the sandy and pebble beach.
The newly-completed complex consist of 3 one bedroom apartments (type A1L) for 2-4 persons 45 sq.m. each, with a separate bedroom with double bed, a living/dining room area with sleeping area for two persons (2 single beds) and 2 studios (type SOL) for 2-4 persons 45 sq.m each with one double and 2 single beds.
All apartments and studios have kitchenette with oven, coffee machine, W/C shower or bath, hair dryer, air-conditioning throughout, TV and a large terrace at the front, overlooking the garden and the olive trees. The complex is decorated in a tasteful, classic style.
Two tavernas are to be found approx. 250 metres away, on Kouremenos beach, but all necessary shops, restaurants, cafes and nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village or the town of Sitia. Car hire is recommended. (Cleaning service every day)


GALINI STUDIOS **(AREA KOUREMENOS/PALEKASTRO)
Galini Studios are set in a beautiful garden and are ideal for those seeking relaxing holidays, close to the sea.
Situated approx. 2900 metres from the village of Palekastro, on the main road to the famous Vai palm grove, approx. 800 metres from Kouremenos beach, the complex consists of:
2 studios type SOL (45 square metres each) for 2-5 persons with a double bed, two single beds and space for an extra bed, a fully equipped kitchen (no oven included), WC/shower, hair drier, air conditioning, TV and two verandas where one can enjoy views of the bay and the rural surroundings.
4 studios type ST (20 square metres each) for 2 persons with a double bed, kitchenette, WC/shower, hair drier, air conditioning, TV and veranda with view to kouremenos bay and surroundings.
Two small fish tavernas can be found by the beach at Kouremenos and other necessary shops, restaurants, cafes and nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village or the town of Sitia. Car hire is recommended.(CS x 2)
FLAMINGO HOTEL/APTS**/*(AREA AGATHIAS /PALEKASTRO)
The impressive Flamingo complex is situated in the small traditional village of Agathias, between Palekastro and Chiona beach. The apartments, apart from two studios, which have a view of the garden, all have a view of the magnificent bay of Kouremenos. Hiona beach, with its crystal-clear water is approx. 1.5 km away, while Palekastro village is approx. 700 meters away.
The complex consists of:
7 studios type SOL for 2-3 persons, bed/living room with 2 single beds, kitchenette, WC/shower, balcony, air conditioning and telephone.
2 apartments type A1L for 2-4 persons, 1 separate bedroom with 1 double bed, living room/kitchenette with sleeping area for 2 persons, WC/shower, balcony, air conditioning in the bedroom and telephone.
The complex has a reception area and a comfortable lounge with TV.
Small tavernas can be found in the village of Agathias, but all other necessary shops, restaurants, cafes, mini markets, plus nightlife facilities are to be found in Palekastro village. This complex is ideal for those seeking quiet and relaxation. Car hire is recommended but not essential. (CS X 2)
HELLAS HOTEL ** AREA PALEKASTRO
The small, newly refurbished, family owned and run Hotel Hellas is situated in the centre of the lively village of Palekastro, ideal for those wishing to experience everyday village life with all its facilities, yet not far from sandy beaches and the countryside. It is approx. 1900 metres from the sand and pebble beach of Chiona and approx. 2500 metres from the sand and pebble beach of Kouremenos and their small traditional fish tavernas.
The hotel consists of 13 rooms, decorated in a simple but tasteful way, all with private WC/shower,fridge, air conditioning, telephone, satellite TV, radio, safe, and balcony.
Facilities include a reception area and a restaurant on the ground floor, where guests can enjoy their breakfast, lunch or just a coffee watching the locals in their everyday life, and a small lounge on the first floor.
All necessary shops, tavernas, cafés, restaurants plus nightlife facilities are to be found around the hotel, in the village. Regular bus service to Sitia is available but car hire is recommended