Spa-Hotels in Panormos

Very large hotel and grounds. All very clean and well run. Hotel is on a peninsula by itself so you are a bus ride away from a town with bars and tavernas. There are plenty of pools in the hotel grounds and you have access to the beach and safe swimming areas. Little disappointed that indoor pool was closed on our visit for COVID related reasons, thought those days had passed. Large grounds mean that...

What an amazing stay for 7days. All inclusive. Whole resort is great. Stayed in garden view room. Staff very helpful and friendly. Choice of food was fantastic catering for all tastes. Download the Hotel app to get map and information where pools, bars etc. Location is out of the way. If you want to visit local towns etc prepare to travel for long periods time. Hotel offers all you need to have a relaxing...

we had our Honeymoon in this hotel and happened to have my wife's birthday. The hotel manager sent us a birthday cake and bubble wine as gifts. That's touching! Like this hotel, nice location, nice food, nice staff, extraordinary experience. Recommended with 6 stars!

Gorgeous setting and grounds, staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The food is varied and all good quality, something for everyone. Unfortunately the shower in the room is very disappointing.. as a cheap plastic shower curtain and a tiny shower basin.. we have found completely lacking. We are not large people, but we struggle to get a reasonable shower. The room is a wet room but I am not confident...

That‘s the best hotel I know!! everything was perfect, I loved the food. There was a big buffet, so there was something for everybody. And it was so yummy. The location was so wonderful, the hotel was near the beach. The people which work in the hotel are sooo nice. I can’t say something negative about anything. Because everything is so beautiful and perfect!! 🤩 Thank u very much! That’s definitely...

Great location beside the sea. Clean Hotel overall. Good food but the beds in our room could need an extra madress or two. Pool closes 18. Friendly staff.

Wonderful place very friendly staff excellent food and services. Come back again.

Fabulous property! Great room, huge buffet, lots of areas to relax, great beach, helpful staff.

Versatile resort. Very varied buffet and drinks.

We just had our second family holiday at Marine Palace and were once again very happy with everything. The location, the food and service is great!

We have had a great time at this hotel. Plenty of great dining options, multiple swimming pools, sea access was great. Perhaps the biggest highlight was the staff, they were lovely and super helpful any time we needed anything. The only slight negative we found was the lack of lactose-free yoghurt, which was surprising given the multitude of options otherwise. It would have been nice to be able to...

Lovely hotel for a family holiday. Between the pools, water park and beach our water babies were in heaven; with the inclusively priced cocktails we were too! Delicious and great range of food in the buffet. Do book on arrival if want full choice of alternative dining options. Appreciated being able to get snacks for the kids during the day. Highly rate the beach BBQ. Would have enjoyed some music...

Absolutely superb hotel with staff who really care. The hotel is spotless, and we stayed in room 742, a beach front Bungalow. Brilliantly designed with breathtaking view. The room was cleaned every day. The whole resort is spotless and the staff are attentive but not overbearing. Special mention to Victor in the older kids club who was full of enthusiasm and really cared about his job. He was fantastic...

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Iberostar Creta Marine. From start to finish, everything was fantastic — the atmosphere, the food, the staff, and the service. A very special mention to Ellie from Guest Relations, who was truly amazing. She went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience possible. Her kindness, warmth, and genuine care made us feel completely at home. Also, a...

Great hotel and gardens. Good location and food was really delicious. For a week, there were plenty of options and enjoyed mixing the buffet for a couple of evening meals at the onsite restaurants. Did have an issue with room set up (Garden view bungalow) for 2 adults and child which was completely impractical as the sofa chair which converted into a single bed didn’t allow the balcony door to open...

love the rooms, they are so pretty.. the stuff ist very kind they are very helpful und polite, i love the animateure programm, the service is also very well and the atmosphere is great in here

I really liked the stay and i thought the animateurs are wonderful. So much that i even thought about coming here to be one. Every staff member is really nice and if youre friendly you can definetly benifit from it:)

This was our second visit to the Iberostar Selection Creta Marine and although late arriving due to a flight delay, we were welcomed with a glass of champagne and a rose for my wife. The reception/lobby area is very spacious and immaculate, check in was pretty quick and we went to our room, the same room as last year, which was on the second floor in the main building with a sea view. The air conditioned...

If they say ‘Home is where the heart is’ then The Royal Blue has certainly become our second home as it steals a small piece of our hearts every time we leave . This was our 4th visit in two years and people ask us why we keep returning to the same place . I guess these are the reasons .. 1) Location : The Royal Blue is just an oasis of calm , tucked away in an unspoilt area of Crete. There are no...

ALERT! ⚠️ There is a serious risk that you will NOT want to go back home after staying at The Royal Blue Resort & Spa! From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel truly welcome and at home. Everyone was incredibly kind and helpful, and when our child got sick during the stay, they went above and beyond to support us and accommodate our needs — something we will never forget. The buffet was...

Me and my best friend had another awesome stay at the Royal Blue Resort & Spa, aka our second home. Normally we bring a few other veterans, but they were busy this time. So this stay, although each day was a celebration of life, it was more mentally relaxing and enjoyable. Life is short, so we decided to put our hard earned money together and stay in the Azure Residence and see how the other half...

It‘s a lovely Hotel. Our first room was close to the air condition and quite loud. But we talked to reception and for a new room. We Head a lovely view and they Tool care for us. We enjoyed our Holiday!

A meeting of the clan. Two of our adult children flew in from London and two from Australia. Add in a few partners and we ended up in 4 different rooms across eight people. Whilst we tried our best to confuse the wonderful concierge team with a few moving parts they were super helpful and patient. Thanks to Maria and her colleagues . The facilities and room were fantastic . The sports facilities,...

We just came back from The Royal Blue and I would like to say we really enjoyed our stay. It is a very beautiful hotel. The rooms are very spacious, with balcony. The staff is extremly friendly, hemofilia, always smiling snd willing to help. We also liked the beach, is perfect for children. 5 minutes distance by car to the closest village, where you can find restaurants and shops.

It’s a pretty decent resort, but the overall feel is more tailored towards families with kids and less for romantic couples. Would recommend for families but couples seeking for a romantic time might want to look elsewhere.

Best buffet in the world!!! Truly we couldn’t stop eating haha . Our room was very nice. Lovely pools . Really kids and family friendly. The water park is amazing also for adults

Good afternoon, I'd like to share my impressions from the very beginning! So, here it is: arrival at a wonderful hotel, praised by 1,000 reviews. Of course, they greet you with a smile and tell you that as a compliment, they've upgraded your room to two categories higher and are providing you with a villa with its own parking space. Then, behind the screen, it turns out that this particular villa is...

Property was visually beautiful. Lots of nice pools and great views. Breakfast buffet was good. Service was lacking. We were switched into a different room “equivalent” than what was booked. Need to have a car rented or you will be stuck in the property. Value for the money was not there.

My stay at The Royal Senses Hotel in Crete was truly exceptional. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed by the warm and friendly staff who made me feel right at home. The hotel itself is beautifully designed, combining modern luxury with traditional Cretan touches that create a tranquil and inviting atmosphere. The rooms are spacious, impeccably clean, and offer breathtaking views of the sea,...

Hotel is not close to anything. Need to drive 5-10 minutes to the closest village for food etc. but it’s a very pretty seaside village. Room is ok. Need to have better shower drainage. Planning of the hotel is just not very thoughtful. Should have one funicular on both sides of this large hotel. The changing room for the swimming pool is like a 5 minutes walk away. Doesn’t make sense. And why did...

Good hotel next to the sea The hotel is really close to the shore. There is a little private beach but it is full of rocks and pebbles. If you want to snorkelling it is a good place with many waves and clear water. The room wasn't appropriately clean but they cleaned every day and if we needed something, they helped. The breakfast was good especially the beans and fruits. We booked a sea-view room...

Basic hotel located near the sea without any beach nearby. Diner was simple. You absolutely need a car for going outside.

It’s a sweet small hotel run by Stella and her family! Service is great, the food (all home made by Stella herself is fantastic. There are some stairs but no elevator. The pool is as the picture promisses….fantastic with a breathtaking view! It’s 5min away from the fishersvillage Panormo with lots or great restaurants to choose from. If there is 1 thing i would recommend to change is to keep the bar...

What a fabulous find. A lovely friendly family run hotel, nothing is too much trouble. We booked a basic room which was lovely and clean for myself and my daughter. We were very happy with it but then we had trouble with the shower and toilet. The staff resolved it immediately with no fuss and an apology. We were upgraded to a higher standard room. This was fabulous. The fact that there was no fuss...

A great friendly relaxing place to stay. Will definitely be back here in the future . Food is very good and great value. Clean well run and Stella is a great host and fun to be around . Would recommend this hotel for a relaxing getaway.

Such a lovely hotel! The hotel owner was very attentive and just the loveliest. The view is amazing and so is the pool and the food! Me and my boyfriend stayed for 10 nights and we will definitely be going back.

It was an amazing vacation for us. The hotel is amazing!!! It's small and that's an advantage in our situation. The owner of the place is amazing!!! The staff is amazing, knows everyone, takes care of everything, asks and is really interested in whether something is missing and really tries to answer every request - and all with a smile. The view is amazing, amazing, amazing!!! I spent most of the...

We stayed for 3 wonderful nights, it was a pleasure. Amazing views, great breakfast, rooms are big and well decorated. The pool and the jacuzzi was perfect, in breezy day we loved getting into the jacuzzi. Also the kayak and the paddle is free to use . The location is perfect- close to restaurants, to the beaches. The hotel is very lively and the hosts are super friendly and helpful. Thanks for amazing...

What’s not to love about Blue Bay! A well-appointed hotel with a wonderful, chilled vibe and superb location. Central to Bali, it is walking distance to both sides of the village to explore the shops and wonderful restaurants. The roof-top pool is showered with sunshine from morning until night and the private rock area is equipped with plenty of loungers, so you never struggle to find the right...

Our recent stay was truly delightful. The hotel was impeccably clean, and the breakfast buffet offered various delicious options that changed daily. Additionally, there was the option to order food for lunch or dinner. We highly recommend the Greek salad and falafel! The hotel's location was ideal, with a beautiful sandy beach just a short walk away. The staff was amazingly nice and even thoughtfully...

A truly exceptional hotel. Really wonderful staff. Knowledgeable & friendly. But consummate professionals too. What tells more of a story about this fantastic hotel , is that 6 days after we left the hotel for a villa, I needed a bit of DIY help. I popped back in & the staff greeted my like a long lost friend. The amazing maintenance manager Christos loaned me tools & equipment to sort out my problem...

Look no further, if you are lucky enough to find a reservation, book here! Bali is a beautiful seaside town and this is the best hotel in the area. The view is unbeatable (it’s literally breathtaking no matter which way you look), breakfast is great and the staff are super friendly and welcoming. The pool is perfect and the ocean access down the cliff is really unique and beautiful.

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful and comfortable family-run hotel. The staff were always polite, friendly, and eager to assist every guest with a genuine smile. Our room 477 was located in the main building on the first floor, offering a stunning sea view. The restaurant provided an impressive variety of dishes — from fresh seafood and meats to salads, fruits, and delicious desserts. Every...

Stayed for a week with my family at Atali in Bali. Bali is a seaside village situated in the heat of Crete. The hotel met all the expectations for a pleasant stay. The food was delicious, everything was clean, and the staff were friendly and helpful. Overall, we had a positive experience.

Third time at the hotel, everything was beyond my expectations! I loved ❤️ 🍕!!!! My room had a sea and mountain view. Staff were wonderful. Special thanks to the ladies at the reception.

Our experience here was wonderful. The food is amazing, we ate a lot every day, desserts were great too. There is an open bar + ice cream bar as well. The weather was so nice, even in October, very sunny and warm. We spent a lot of time at the beach / in the pool. Rooms were clean, I would highly recommend this resort to anyone!

This is the second time I have been here and both times we loved it. The people here are extremely kind, friendly and helpful, the rooms are great and well situated and the food is amazing a d very varied. I highly recommeend even with kids, they have animators and activities, pool, anything you might want or need. And the massage was the best I have ever had.

We spent a week at Atali Grand Resort in Bali at the end of October. The staff was great, the food delicious and the weather amazing 😋😍

We loved our stay at the Ormos Atalia Aparthotel. It suited us perfectly and we had a brilliant week's holiday there. The location was exactly what we wanted, close to good beaches, a lively harbour, great restaurants, bars and cafés. Balí had everything we needed to enjoy our holiday. The Ormos Atalia hotel has a great swimming pool with gorgeous views over the bay. We loved the breakfast and dinner...

We were a large family group staying in a nearby hotel (no pool or bar) Unfortunately we had to check out at 11am but couldn’t get into our following accommodation until 4pm We chanced upon Ormos Atalia as and asked reception if we could use the facilities for the afternoon, there was a small charge but the lady on reception was just so nice and couldn’t do enough for us, I wouldn’t hesitate recommending...

I stayed at the Osmos travelling alone great rooms in a top notch part of Bali, close to the centre and all the beaches. There is a hill to get to it but you can take steps or gradual lane. Lovely views across the bays and the mountains. Staff really friendly and very helpful, rooms very clean , basic bathrooms but totally functional and all you need for a holiday. Food is traditional greek lovely...

Recently stayed for a week with husband and our 9 year old son. The views are incredible for a start, the staff are Friendly and helpful, the food although not much variety for 2 vegetarians was tasty, would suit meat eaters. Food was fresh though, breakfast expecially was lovely, the pool area is so chilled out, quiet and relaxing. There are cats roaming the grounds who we loved fussing a feeding...

We have had the best time staying at this Hotel. Laki and Christiana are truly amazing and have made our Holiday, nothing was ever a issue. Room was lovely and views are breathtaking. We will definitely be back Next year.

The views from this hotel are amazing. Rooms are fit for purpose we had everything we needed. Pool area was nice and clean. Food was OK including meat dishes and vegetarian dishes, my two criticisms would be that there wasn't any signs telling you what each dish was, and not a great selection of puddings, but we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Staff were very friendly and helpful

The food and service at this Niriides are outstanding! Voula and Thanos are incredibly kind and welcoming, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Every dish is delicious and handcrafted with care. I highly recommend trying their freddo espresso by the beach – it's a must-try experience! Their Chocolate Mousse and all their dishes as well. Overall, a fantastic place to enjoy great food and exceptional...

Would recommend this place to anyone!!!! Me and my boyfriend came here for dinner one night and we wished we came sooner. The food is amazing as well as the staff. Specifically the owner, she made us both feel very welcome. Lovey family run business that took the extra step to make our holiday special. We visited again on our last day to say our final goodbyes as we loved it here so much. The food...

Super friendly staff. Yannis the owner and his wife Voula as well her mother Vaggelio. The Chef Stefano and Sofia from Housekeeping and the waitress Adelina. The Food was fantastic. The rooms very clean. Very quiet Hotel. Very Beat at the Beach.

Very friendly staff, great service in the restaurant with special thanks to the chef. The food was superb and delicious!! Nice location and very clean. Literally next to the sea with sun beds and umbrellas and with great sunset view. Very friendly owners!

I highly recommend staying at this hotel. The location is marvelous (directly at the beach). The food was amazing and the staff was really helpful. And what’s also important the hotel was really clean.

We are currently staying in a hotel and just fancied a change we found this restaurant and the flighty different variety of food was amazing I would certainly recommend this food as all the meats were cooked to perfection. I genuinely feel this is such higher quality and definitely be returning before we leave. The owner was so lovely.

Hotel room was lovely, the shower was gross. Love holidays is where we booked and the transfer bus left us off at the side of the road, we had to call the hotel to come get us. This is no big deal if when booking you were informed of this, its understandable as a big coach would not make it up the 2km of winding Road. The Hotel was lovely staff amazing. Views great. Food good. All good except for...

We had an amazing stay at Filion Suites Resort in Bali. The food was absolutely delicious and varied, offering something for everyone. The service was outstanding—every staff member was incredibly kind, helpful, and always smiling. They really go above and beyond to take care of the guests. Every evening, there were fun activities in the hotel, adding to the lively atmosphere. The hotel was spotless...

Our stay at Filion Suites Resort & Spa was absolutely wonderful! The hotel is located in a beautiful, peaceful area with breathtaking views of the mountains — a perfect place to relax and unwind away from the crowds. The staff were exceptional – especially the lady at the reception, who was incredibly kind, friendly, and always ready to help. Thanks to her, everything went smoothly and with a smile...

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful hotel in the Crete mountains! The setting was stunning and peaceful, perfect for a relaxing getaway. Alex at the bar really made our evenings special – he brought so much energy and fun, turning every night into a proper laugh and a great party. Dimitri was incredibly helpful and always made sure we were comfortable throughout our stay. The hospitality here...

Had an incredible time during our stay here. All the staff were so friendly and helpful. Dimitri at the front desk was great. helped us when we forgot our key and when we couldn’t work out how to use the air conditioning in the room came down to the room to show us even though it was late in the evening, Aleks at the bar made the best cocktails and brought the party vibes. During the day make sure...

Perfectly adequate but do not expect a 5* if you've not paid 5* prices. Incredibly beautiful surroundings and amazing views from the rooms. Nice staff. Tons of food selection and all fresh/tasty. Delicious desserts which makes a change for an all-inclusive. Good selection of drinks. Rooms are spacious and very clean with comfortable beds, but it's not the 5* experience you'd hope for. Location: stunning...

I have a somewhat jaundiced view of this hotel after they charged me €70 to keep my room till 17:30 on my last day. I have never paid more than €35 at any other hotel. On the plus side, when I arrived late at night, I received a warm welcome from the lovely Irini who poured me a very welcome Mythos and organised a kettle for me. The best aspect of this hotel is definitely the staff. Everyone is friendly...

Great little hotel. Yes it is a 3 star so no frills but it's a good 3 star. The hotel is very clean. Rooms are very spacious with a nice balcony. Cleaner do a great job cleaning the rooms daily. Breakfast is perfect, plentiful. Amazing location stones throw away from the a nice sandy beach and is pretty much in the heart of the really pretty and quaint authentic Greek village. Where do I start with...

Stayed in this small and lovely beach hotel only for two nights. Should have stayed longer. Nothing fancy or luxurious but we loved the hotel. Spacious and clean rooms. We had our own terrace facing the garden and little pool. Holiday vibes, cute breakfest room, super friendly staff and relaxing and quiet feel. Panormo village is like the hotel. Absolute hidden gem in Crete with authentic vibes and...

Fantastic hotel, very quiet, suberb rooms, very clean and comfortable. Check-in fast. Breakfast very good with something different every day.

The rooms are outdated, with minor repairs needed on the bedside cabinets and light shades falling apart , the toilet seats always coming apart, minor but annoying. You have a small fridge in the room in the wardrobe, no kettle and no coffee / tea available in the hotel, and no restaurant you have to collect a voucher and walk up the road to a restaurant where you get 10 choices, you get a bottle of...

The Panormo Beach Hotel is a great place. The location is just next to a really nice beach and the town itself is full of nice tavernas and bars. The rooms are clean and functional. The reception desk is very friendly and always willing to answer queries about transport etc. The breakfast is pleasant.

Lovely, Small Village Hotel. Spacious, clean apartments, friendly people, top service, beautiful homecooked breakfast. Quiet and picture perfect spot on harbour front in the east end of Panormos. Village and beaches in walking distance. If you want the best of Crete, no fuss, quiet and friendly atmosphere- this is a gem 🇬🇷💙

The Greek people working here are very nice! It seems to me they are always ready to do something more for the guests. The view is great. I also like the level of hygiene. There's a small but cosy yard with a pool.

What a find, our accommodation was basic but spotlessly clean, very lovely people in a beautiful part of Crete. Always room at the pool. Plenty of tavernas to eat/drink st, all within walking distance. We were here end of July, peak season, never had a problem getting a table with fantastic sea views. There are 3 beaches to choose from, again never too busy, always sunbeds available if you want and...

Spotlessly clean and great staff

We booked Marelina Villas slightly unplanned as a last minute getaway. The reviews were good but I never realistically expected that it would live up to them. How wrong we were. Marelina Villas is better than we could have imagined, and absolutely perfect for a family looking for a quiet relaxing holiday, despite the peak of the school holidays everything is unhurried and not crowded, the apartments...

everythings was perfect. One of the best hotels i have been. In a small village with all you need. Staff super polite and always available.

Very friendly staff. Breakfast of local cousine. Quite enjoyable.

Excellent !! Location, treatment and quality. I recommend it one hundred percent. Beautiful accommodation and facilities to customers. Lovely Irina !!! If I can go back to Crete I will repeat.

Better than fabulous must stay location

Winter weather seeking tranquility and relaxation the perfect place beautiful location beautiful atmosphere and friendly service. Thank you.

I would definitely suggest a stay here to all the travellers out there. Everything was excellent, very friendly stuff , very clean ... Fresh juice at breakfast and handmade cretan pies! Something to remember.

Superb experience. Great manager who facilitated me when I requested extra nights. Loved both apartments I stayed in. Can't fault it.

Clean and comfortable studio with furnished terrace. Good wi-fi, all necessary equipment available. Nice staff that was easy to get in touch with. Central location in the village, short way to bus stop and main road. Quiet and well maintained outdoor areas, including the pools.

This was an older room than the one I had in June. Large family room on top floor with huge balcony which gets the sun nearly all day. This room is scheduled to be refurbished over the winter.

Another lovely holiday at Philoxenia. As usual Manolis & Maria were their helpful & cheerful selves. We hope to be back again next year

What an absolute find. A little gem. perfect location for Panormos. 5 mins away where walk to the two beaches Supermarket 2 mins away. restaurants and tavernas scattered all over The apartment was very new and modern. amazing shower, air con and fan. pool area very peaceful plenty of beds with or without shade. Manolis was the most helpful friendliest kindest host. Nothing was any trouble at all...

The apartment was big enough for my wife and myself, it was clean and was attended every two days. Philoxenia is located in the center of the village and three minutes walking distance to the beach. The management is incredibly helpful and accommodating. Highly recommend to anyone who wants to spend a lovely time in Panormo.

The location was perfect , close to the local beach and restaurants/shops. views from the balcony were lovely. clean and spacious accommodation. Parking was easy in the car park of the neighbouring Panormos Hotel ( this is where you collect your room keys from as they manage the property). You also had access to their pool and bar plus you could purchase breakfast at 10 euros each. In the bathroom...

The apartment was spacious and very clean and included a washing machine. It was very close to the beautiful Venetian Harbor which is a must see. We were very comfortable. Our hostess was so very helpful and made everything easy although we were unfamiliar with Chania. I would highly recommend this!!

Affordable, clean, good breakfast. Pool is nice too and it's pretty quiet.

Been there 6 or 7 times and always very great. With the very kind Maria and her Daughters Maria and Eirini. Always clean and good apartments. In the beautiful Panormos close to the beach and sea. I hope to go there next year again. It feels like coming home when i get there.

I had an absolutely amazing time at the Kastelli Studios and Apartments in June and the uploaded photos are making me miss it! Would wholeheartedly recommend. Fair prices, gorgeous town, with fantastic restaurants and lovely owners :)

Amazing clean apartments. Nice pool area and very welcoming hosts. Nothing is too much trouble and the knowledge of the local areas and Tavernas is great from Maria and her 2 daughter's.

It seems this great hotel is no longer open to tourists. hopefully this may change one day as it had a very friendly vibe, and the food was excellent

Excellent few days away as a group of 14 of us - Ralph and his colleagues looked after us brilliantly - accommodated us with seating us altogether . Breakfast was delicious every morning, dinner options were lovely too. The roof top swimming pool and chill out area was beautiful and the sauna was hugely appreciated . Bedrooms were spacious and comfortable . The location of the hotel is perfect within...

We really enjoyed our stay at Kirki. A big shout out to all staff there who were very friendly & welcoming, working hard to make our holiday great. A special mention goes out to Toto, who lit up our day / evening , a gentleman and a real character who left guests smiling and laughing in his wake . We had a room with a sea view which I would recommend over the inland view, which was regularly cleaned...

Such a beautiful relaxing hotel. The restaurant staff couldnt do enough for you, and always did the little extra to make sure youre comfortable. Pool was lovely and clean, our room was especially clean and fresh! The air conditioning was 100% the BEST! Room got cleaned daily. Great access to lots of excursions through Dimitris in the reception. The village of Panormo was so charming and beautiful,...

Hi,I really recommend this hotel for everything: quite place and very nice ,friendly staff. How can you ask for more when you have everything in one spot plus the beach very close only 10 min walk. We will be back for sure! Thank you very much Kirki village,kind regards from Ramona and Paul!

So charming, amazing friendly staff, Brilliant service, great food, comfortable clean room with everything we needed for a relaxing holiday. Hidden gem and handy for exploring East or West Cretan coast.