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Alkionis Beach
Crete, Greece | Youth HostelsStarting at $17 per person
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Situated right on the sandy beach of Sfakaki, 12km east of Rethymnon town,68 km west of Heraklion airport, in a area away from crowded tourist areas. The area is set in olive grounds close to two typical Cretan villages and a monastery. There are also shops, taverns,busstop and supermarkets,baker,farmacy and a doctor less than 500m away.
The hotel offers studios, apartments and two flats for between 2 and 8 guests. All accommodations have private bathrooms, kitchenette,aircondition at extra charge ,SAT TV and a balcony. Some of the apartments are wheelchair accessible.DISABLED GUESTS are welcome.
STUDIO2 = 25 m/2 studio with 1 seperate bedroom in garden area
SIMPLE2 - 4 = APARTMENTS, 36 m/2, with 2 bedrooms + kitchenete + private facilities + balcony
FAM1 + FAM2 = special apartments, 50 m/2, 1 separate bedroom,living room with kitchenette + another beds, private facilities + balcony for 5 up to 6 guests
NORMAL APARTMENTS, 40 m/2, with 1 seperate bedroom for 2, 2 normal beds in living area with kitchenette,private facilities and balcony
FLA7 + FLA8 = flatswith 80 - 90 m/2, 2 or 3bedrooms, living room with kitchenette and another beds, 2 bathrooms, 2 or 3 balconies for 7 up to 8 guests
The golden sandy beach Crisi Amo is 20-50m away from the hotel. The beach is a main nesting area for the sea turtles. There is also a reef for snorkelling and diving.
There\'s a pool, breakfast room,internetconnection, snack bar, a small children's playing ground and parking available for guests\' use. Sun beds and umbrellas are free at the pool area.
MINIMUM STAY 7 DAYS !
BOOKINGS: are from 4.00 PM untill departure day at 12.00 AM
For the arrival please inform us about your arrival time in accommodation
>From the moment of booking our cancelation fees are valid !
About the surrounding:
the SEA is dropping, sandy in the western part, a small reef to the east, there ideal for snorkeling
the SUN has also here , particularly at midday, so some at surprises, therefore please don't forget your sun cream with at least 15 sun protection factor
SUPERMARKETS there are 2, from 08.00 to 21,00 h opened, even Saturday + Sundays + then there is still the mini market of Mike at the road, open to 22,00 h .
LOCAL BUSSES the blue-white ones, every half an hour to RETHYMNON town, tickets you buy in small shops near the bus stop.
Then there are the overland busses, green-beige colors, which hold also there,at this side of the motorway direction Chania, at the other direction Heraklion, here one can buy the tickets for the simple travel with the driver, hold change ready.
Move-walk: in 2 km distance is that less visited little monastery of ARSANI a beautiful one, calm monastic yard + an old museum, that the abbott on request gladly unlocks.
Another walk goes straight into the landscape from Alkionis in direction south,through the large olive groves and passing the tiny villages Asteri and Gavalochori.
COLLECTION with ORGANIZED TRIPS is at MIKEs from the motorway, toChania, Georgioupolis, Plakias, Samaria staring from this side of the road, to HERAKLION, Phaestos and Eastcerte it goes from the other side.
Now a few tips + information a little bit away from the direct surrounding field :
The green RAVINE of MILI, either by rent a car of taxi,At the entrance of the gorge in 10 min. everybody will be down in the abandoned village out of venezianischer times.
MAROULAS, like a fortress- village from pirates times can be investigated in same way. Gaes, military towers, the herb shop of Marianna + the tavern of the Pope .
. KOURNAS LAKE + GEORGIOUPOLIS with the hotel bus to Rethymnon to the bus station, here the tickets for the cross-country bus direction Chania to GEORGIOUPOLIS walk to 3,5 km Kournas lake, the only fresh water lake on Crete, back runs one well 2 km to the village MATHES on the correct side one comes exactly then to the motorway with Georgioupolis, where also the regular bus stop is to Rethymnon.
RETHYMNON, the city + old part of town, the city park - many trees + to plants of the Mediterranean area , also some animals + a childrens playing ground.. Opposite the main street with the large place behind the church you will reach after few steps on the left roadside the studio of an icon painter, in the Dimakopoulou street, a Lyra builder has its workshop, down then the small street into the old town, a lot of shops, after a minaret and continue to the venezian harbour, to the left handside the fortress with an interesting museum, showing a lot of things from the Monoan Cemetery of Armeni.
MONASTERY ARKADI,where the bus stop is at the new road oppsite of Alkionis . around 10.30 h in the week in Rethymnon + approximately about 10.45 h will off be here, the travel lasts about ½ h and goes through the landscape + some villages.
Some other information:: WATER in the Alkionis is drinking water + can quite also in the refrigerator be kept.
. WEATHER became more incalculable lately everywhere in the world, also here on Crete. for the evenings in April + October, bring something bit warmer with you.
. MOSQUITOES and also som other animals are still alive here and we hope for a long time the stay, so, if you have any problems with them, buy something in a supermarket, it mostly whats working during that season what they offer.
And the next town:
The picturesque town of Rethymno, is the capital town of the province of the same name. This province extends from the White Mountains (Lefka Ori) to the Idi Mountains through to the borders of the provinces of Chania and Heraklion. Rethymno is positioned on the north coast of Crete, 80 km west from Heraklion, and 75 km east of Chania, where the two airports of Crete are to be found, about an hour's drive away by car. Rethymno harbour has a direct ferry connection with the mainland of Greece. The mediaeval old town of Rethymno, with its narrow streets, Venetian palaces and Turkish minarets has a distinct atmosphere. The oriental flavour of the town brings to life the ever chang ing history since ancient times. Along with the numerous seemingly unlimited sights to see and the beautiful old town, with the Venetian "Fortezza" or fortress, the scenic harbour, and the many enticing tavernas, cafes and restaurants with wonderful Cretan delicacies, Rethymno has one of the most magnificent fine sandy beaches, which stretches to the east almost as far as the eye can see. The beach, which is the longest in Crete, continues for several kilometres, here and there en route broken into small shingle coves where here and there one can find the scattered tiny hamlets reminiscent of the mountain villages. Altogether between Rethymno to the town of Prinos there are no less than 8 beaches, which have been awarded the European Blue Flag. There is much to delight in exploring the many different archaeological sites, monasteries, churches, Venetian and Turkish monuments and memorials, and of course there are archaeological, historical and folk museums, as well as other art museums waiting to be visited. Exploring one of the many Cretan gorges in this area, is sure to reward you with the sight of numerous caves and little grottos. Those of you who delight in traditional customs, will enjoy the numerous cultural festivals and traditional days of celebration in Rethymno, where you get the opportunity to experience a slice of Cretan life. Religious days, the seasonal times of the year and many other reasons mostly form the basis for the regional and public festivities. So in the middle of July you will find for example the Cretan wine festival with its 500 year old tradition, which lasts three weeks and is attended by thousands of people. Of further interest, in the many outlying villages not far from Rethymno, traditional handicrafts are still very much alive. For example, the lovely pottery in Margarites, or the basket weaving of Mixorrouma, the traditional stone masonry in Alfa, or the village of Anogia where lengths of material are still woven on traditional weaving looms, and where traditional Cretan folk art is still being produced. There are also interesting wood carving workshops in Argyroupoli, Agios Konstantinos and Margarites
ATTENTION !!!!
Credit Card security number (CVC2) must be supplied to guarantee booking, please sent it to Mirabello Hotel Heraklion once the booking is made !!!!!!!
Using a car from the airport:
There is only one main street called "IKAROY" from the airport to Iraklion Center.
Follow the above main street until you meet the old Venetian port and then at the roundabout point keep going another three blocks and then turn left and immediately right towards Chronaki street as soon as you pass Atrion hotel turn left and you will see us.Or follow the signposts of Kastro hotel
Using a taxi: the cost should be around 12 Euros.
Using a bus: The bus stop at the city center where you get off is "Lions Square", north of the square there is "El Greco Park" cross it heading until you find a conspicuous high palm, you are at the beginning of our street and signs will lead you to the hotel.
Coming from the port:As soon as you are disembarked from the ship, turn right at the traffic lights and keep going until you pass the old venetian port. Two blocks after the round about,at the beginning of Saint Paul's ruins (walking along the coast) turn left and you will find us (150m)
Internet Access, Luggage Storage, Telephone/Fax Facilities, 24 hour reception, Travel Desk/Travel Info, Lift / Elevator, Breakfast Not Included, 24 Hour Check In
The hotel offers studios, apartments and two flats for between 2 and 8 guests. All accommodations have private bathrooms, kitchenette,aircondition at extra charge ,SAT TV and a balcony. Some of the apartments are wheelchair accessible.DISABLED GUESTS are welcome.
STUDIO2 = 25 m/2 studio with 1 seperate bedroom in garden area
SIMPLE2 - 4 = APARTMENTS, 36 m/2, with 2 bedrooms + kitchenete + private facilities + balcony
FAM1 + FAM2 = special apartments, 50 m/2, 1 separate bedroom,living room with kitchenette + another beds, private facilities + balcony for 5 up to 6 guests
NORMAL APARTMENTS, 40 m/2, with 1 seperate bedroom for 2, 2 normal beds in living area with kitchenette,private facilities and balcony
FLA7 + FLA8 = flatswith 80 - 90 m/2, 2 or 3bedrooms, living room with kitchenette and another beds, 2 bathrooms, 2 or 3 balconies for 7 up to 8 guests
The golden sandy beach Crisi Amo is 20-50m away from the hotel. The beach is a main nesting area for the sea turtles. There is also a reef for snorkelling and diving.
There\'s a pool, breakfast room,internetconnection, snack bar, a small children's playing ground and parking available for guests\' use. Sun beds and umbrellas are free at the pool area.
MINIMUM STAY 7 DAYS !
BOOKINGS: are from 4.00 PM untill departure day at 12.00 AM
For the arrival please inform us about your arrival time in accommodation
>From the moment of booking our cancelation fees are valid !
About the surrounding:
the SEA is dropping, sandy in the western part, a small reef to the east, there ideal for snorkeling
the SUN has also here , particularly at midday, so some at surprises, therefore please don't forget your sun cream with at least 15 sun protection factor
SUPERMARKETS there are 2, from 08.00 to 21,00 h opened, even Saturday + Sundays + then there is still the mini market of Mike at the road, open to 22,00 h .
LOCAL BUSSES the blue-white ones, every half an hour to RETHYMNON town, tickets you buy in small shops near the bus stop.
Then there are the overland busses, green-beige colors, which hold also there,at this side of the motorway direction Chania, at the other direction Heraklion, here one can buy the tickets for the simple travel with the driver, hold change ready.
Move-walk: in 2 km distance is that less visited little monastery of ARSANI a beautiful one, calm monastic yard + an old museum, that the abbott on request gladly unlocks.
Another walk goes straight into the landscape from Alkionis in direction south,through the large olive groves and passing the tiny villages Asteri and Gavalochori.
COLLECTION with ORGANIZED TRIPS is at MIKEs from the motorway, toChania, Georgioupolis, Plakias, Samaria staring from this side of the road, to HERAKLION, Phaestos and Eastcerte it goes from the other side.
Now a few tips + information a little bit away from the direct surrounding field :
The green RAVINE of MILI, either by rent a car of taxi,At the entrance of the gorge in 10 min. everybody will be down in the abandoned village out of venezianischer times.
MAROULAS, like a fortress- village from pirates times can be investigated in same way. Gaes, military towers, the herb shop of Marianna + the tavern of the Pope .
. KOURNAS LAKE + GEORGIOUPOLIS with the hotel bus to Rethymnon to the bus station, here the tickets for the cross-country bus direction Chania to GEORGIOUPOLIS walk to 3,5 km Kournas lake, the only fresh water lake on Crete, back runs one well 2 km to the village MATHES on the correct side one comes exactly then to the motorway with Georgioupolis, where also the regular bus stop is to Rethymnon.
RETHYMNON, the city + old part of town, the city park - many trees + to plants of the Mediterranean area , also some animals + a childrens playing ground.. Opposite the main street with the large place behind the church you will reach after few steps on the left roadside the studio of an icon painter, in the Dimakopoulou street, a Lyra builder has its workshop, down then the small street into the old town, a lot of shops, after a minaret and continue to the venezian harbour, to the left handside the fortress with an interesting museum, showing a lot of things from the Monoan Cemetery of Armeni.
MONASTERY ARKADI,where the bus stop is at the new road oppsite of Alkionis . around 10.30 h in the week in Rethymnon + approximately about 10.45 h will off be here, the travel lasts about ½ h and goes through the landscape + some villages.
Some other information:: WATER in the Alkionis is drinking water + can quite also in the refrigerator be kept.
. WEATHER became more incalculable lately everywhere in the world, also here on Crete. for the evenings in April + October, bring something bit warmer with you.
. MOSQUITOES and also som other animals are still alive here and we hope for a long time the stay, so, if you have any problems with them, buy something in a supermarket, it mostly whats working during that season what they offer.
And the next town:
The picturesque town of Rethymno, is the capital town of the province of the same name. This province extends from the White Mountains (Lefka Ori) to the Idi Mountains through to the borders of the provinces of Chania and Heraklion. Rethymno is positioned on the north coast of Crete, 80 km west from Heraklion, and 75 km east of Chania, where the two airports of Crete are to be found, about an hour's drive away by car. Rethymno harbour has a direct ferry connection with the mainland of Greece. The mediaeval old town of Rethymno, with its narrow streets, Venetian palaces and Turkish minarets has a distinct atmosphere. The oriental flavour of the town brings to life the ever chang ing history since ancient times. Along with the numerous seemingly unlimited sights to see and the beautiful old town, with the Venetian "Fortezza" or fortress, the scenic harbour, and the many enticing tavernas, cafes and restaurants with wonderful Cretan delicacies, Rethymno has one of the most magnificent fine sandy beaches, which stretches to the east almost as far as the eye can see. The beach, which is the longest in Crete, continues for several kilometres, here and there en route broken into small shingle coves where here and there one can find the scattered tiny hamlets reminiscent of the mountain villages. Altogether between Rethymno to the town of Prinos there are no less than 8 beaches, which have been awarded the European Blue Flag. There is much to delight in exploring the many different archaeological sites, monasteries, churches, Venetian and Turkish monuments and memorials, and of course there are archaeological, historical and folk museums, as well as other art museums waiting to be visited. Exploring one of the many Cretan gorges in this area, is sure to reward you with the sight of numerous caves and little grottos. Those of you who delight in traditional customs, will enjoy the numerous cultural festivals and traditional days of celebration in Rethymno, where you get the opportunity to experience a slice of Cretan life. Religious days, the seasonal times of the year and many other reasons mostly form the basis for the regional and public festivities. So in the middle of July you will find for example the Cretan wine festival with its 500 year old tradition, which lasts three weeks and is attended by thousands of people. Of further interest, in the many outlying villages not far from Rethymno, traditional handicrafts are still very much alive. For example, the lovely pottery in Margarites, or the basket weaving of Mixorrouma, the traditional stone masonry in Alfa, or the village of Anogia where lengths of material are still woven on traditional weaving looms, and where traditional Cretan folk art is still being produced. There are also interesting wood carving workshops in Argyroupoli, Agios Konstantinos and Margarites
Directions
ATTENTION !!!!
Credit Card security number (CVC2) must be supplied to guarantee booking, please sent it to Mirabello Hotel Heraklion once the booking is made !!!!!!!
Using a car from the airport:
There is only one main street called "IKAROY" from the airport to Iraklion Center.
Follow the above main street until you meet the old Venetian port and then at the roundabout point keep going another three blocks and then turn left and immediately right towards Chronaki street as soon as you pass Atrion hotel turn left and you will see us.Or follow the signposts of Kastro hotel
Using a taxi: the cost should be around 12 Euros.
Using a bus: The bus stop at the city center where you get off is "Lions Square", north of the square there is "El Greco Park" cross it heading until you find a conspicuous high palm, you are at the beginning of our street and signs will lead you to the hotel.
Coming from the port:As soon as you are disembarked from the ship, turn right at the traffic lights and keep going until you pass the old venetian port. Two blocks after the round about,at the beginning of Saint Paul's ruins (walking along the coast) turn left and you will find us (150m)
Facilities
Internet Access, Luggage Storage, Telephone/Fax Facilities, 24 hour reception, Travel Desk/Travel Info, Lift / Elevator, Breakfast Not Included, 24 Hour Check In
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