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The Arolithos Traditional Village Hotel occupies a cluster of buildings on the mountains outside Heraklion. Built in the late 1980s, it has been purposely designed to reproduce an authentic Cretan village and much care has been taken to recreate the atmosphere of times gone by.

In the bedrooms, modern amenities are cleverly blended with traditional . The local taverna organises Cretan nights with mouthwatering Greek food and folk dances. A number of social events are organised during summer in the open air restaurant.

The area boasts dazzling white houses with pretty turquoise windows that host several old-fashioned shops, including a blacksmith.

When you stay at Castello City Hotel in Heraklion, you'll be in the historical district – a 4-minute drive from Heraklion Port and 7 minutes from Palace of Knossos. This family-friendly hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Venetian Walls and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Hania Gate.

When you stay at Hersonissos Village Hotel & Bungalows - All inclusive in Hersonissos, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Port of Hersonissos and Star Beach Water Park. This all-inclusive property is 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Stalis Beach and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Convention Centre Creta Maris.

Located in the middle of Hersonissos, the beachfront Porto Greco Village Beach Hotel features 5 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, one of which has a sea-view terrace, and a beach bar-restaurant. Facilities also include a 24-hour front desk and a fitness centre.

All rooms at the hotel come with a seating area. The private bathroom is equipped with a bath or shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Porto Greco Village Beach Hotel rooms are fitted with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

Guests can start their day with a buffet breakfast served daily at the dining area. Greek and international flavours can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner the on-site restaurants, while drinks and cocktails are also available at the beach bar throughout the day.

Lixnostatis Folk Museum is 1 km from Porto Greco Village Beach Hotel, while Malia is 7 km away. Heraklion International Airport is 27 km from the property.

When you stay at Nami Hotel & Suites in Hersonissos, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Stalis Beach and Star Beach Water Park. This beach hotel is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Palace of Malia and 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Port of Hersonissos.

When you stay at Kalypso Hotel in Hersonissos, you'll be in the historical district – a 2-minute drive from Stalis Beach and 6 minutes from Star Beach Water Park. This hotel is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Port of Hersonissos and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Malia Beach.

Situated in Malia, 100 metres from Tropical Beach, Malia Bay Beach Hotel & Bungalows features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a terrace and a bar. Some units at the property have a balcony with a city view.

A buffet, continental or American breakfast is available at the property. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Greek, Italian and Japanese cuisine. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can also be requested.

Malia Bay Beach Hotel & Bungalows offers a children's playground.

Languages spoken at the reception include German, Greek and English, and guests are invited to request advice on the area when needed.

Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 23 km from the accommodation, while Lake Voulismeni is 28 km away. Heraklion International Airport is 31 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

With a stay at Dimitrios Village Beach Resort in Rethymno (Perivolia), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Town Beach and Blue Beach. This beach aparthotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Mili Gorge and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Horse Park Rethymno.

Hotel Mediterraneo is located in the popular travel destination Hersonissos, within walking distance from water sports. It includes a mini water park, a mini market and a souvenir shop.

All rooms are air-conditioned and offer private balcony with sea view. Each is further equipped with satellite TV and refrigerator. Free Wi-Fi access is available at the hotel’s lobby.

The hotel’s main restaurant offers sea and pool view. There is also a pool-side snack bar for lunch and a main bar for cocktails and drinks during the day and night.

Hotel Mediterraneo provides a host of wellness and fitness facilities, as well as entertainment. A pool with 2 water slides is available for adults and children, and there is also a children's pool with water games.

Hotel Mediterraneo is 25 km east of Heraklion city and airport.

When you stay at Themis Beach Hotel in Hersonissos, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Heraklion Port and Port of Hersonissos. This beach hotel is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Palace of Knossos and 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Star Beach Water Park.

When you stay at Indigo Suites Collection Adults Only. in Hersonissos, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Star Beach Water Park and Port of Hersonissos. This hotel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Stalis Beach and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Aquaworld Aquarium.

When you stay at Golden Beach Hotel in Hersonissos, you'll be in a shopping district, within a 5-minute drive of Star Beach Water Park and Port of Hersonissos. This beach hotel is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Stalis Beach and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lychnostatis.

With a stay at Porto Greco Village Beach Hotel - All Inclusive, you'll be centrally located in Hersonissos, within a 5-minute drive of Star Beach Water Park and Port of Hersonissos. This all-inclusive property is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Stalis Beach and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Lychnostatis.

When you stay at Mediterraneo Hotel - All Inclusive in Hersonissos, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Star Beach Water Park and Port of Hersonissos. This all-inclusive property is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Stalis Beach and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Lychnostatis.

Located in Balíon, 200 metres from Bali Beach, Resol Hotel provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a kids' club and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. The accommodation offers karaoke and luggage storage space.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All units include a wardrobe.

Resol Hotel offers a children's playground. You can play table tennis at this 4-star hotel, and car hire is available.

Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 23 km from the accommodation, while Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 32 km away. Heraklion International Airport is 52 km from the property.

When you stay at Astir Beach Hotel in Hersonissos, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Port of Hersonissos and Star Beach Water Park. This beach hotel is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Heraklion Port and 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Stalis Beach.

When you stay at Malia Bay Beach Hotel & Bungalows in Hersonissos, you'll be in the historical district, within a 15-minute drive of Star Beach Water Park and Stalis Beach. This beach hotel is 6.7 mi (10.9 km) from Port of Hersonissos and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Potamos Beach.

Situated in Adelianos Kampos, less than 1 km from Beach Adelianos Kampos, Sunset Paradise Resort features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The hotel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

A buffet breakfast is available at the hotel.

Sunset Paradise Resort offers a children's playground. You can play table tennis and darts at this 4-star hotel, and car hire is available.

Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 7.9 km from the accommodation, while Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 19 km from the property. Heraklion International Airport is 75 km away.

Featuring an outdoor pool with a poolside snack bar, Despina Aparthotel by Philoxenia Hotel & SPA offers accommodation with free WiFi access. It is located in Malia, within 100 metres of sandy beaches and close to many cafes and restaurants.

Each air-conditioned room at Despina features a TV, a balcony and a refrigerator. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with free toiletries. You can enjoy town and garden views from the rooms.

Heraklion International Airport is located around 35 km from the accommodation. The town of Hersonissos, famous for its nightlife, is 8 km away. Free parking is available near the property.

PEARL BOUTIQUE Hotel BEACH ROAD MALIA features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Malia. With an outdoor swimming pool, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.2 km from Central Malia Beach.

At the hotel, every room includes a wardrobe. Each room is fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at PEARL BOUTIQUE Hotel BEACH ROAD MALIA have a balcony.

Speaking Greek and English at the reception, staff are willing to help at any time of the day.

Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 21 km from the accommodation, while Lake Voulismeni is 29 km away. Heraklion International Airport is 29 km from the property.