Official Rating - 4* - Half Board
The Almyrida Beach Hotel lies in the picturesque village of Almyrida, on a natural cove opposite the isle of Karga. Imposing hills with luscious olive groves reach the areas sun-kissed beaches. The mountain range of Lefka Ori in the south provides the area with a mild, cool climate throughout the year.
Accommodation
A unique combination of hotel and apartment facilities, the Almyrida Beach offers excellent family-run service, traditional design and attention to detail. The luxurious rooms have balconies with magnificent views and include bath/shower, individual air conditioning, Sat-TV, hairdryer, direct dial telephone, safe deposit box (local charge), two choices of music selection, mini bar (at local charge). Studios offer the same facilities but all lie on the beachfront. Baby cots are available on request and will count as 1 person in the room and not in addition to the maximum occupancy.
Food & Beverage
The hotels two restaurants offer Cretan specialities and an extensive wine list. Halfboard is offered buffet style. Guests are also provided with a la carte options. A snack bar is also available at specific hours during the day. Bars are offered indoors and outdoors for the guests relaxation with stunning seaviews.
Facilities & Services
24-hour reception service, massage, sauna, jacuzzi (at local charge), gym (free of charge) and a conference centre for 150 people. A golden beach and the swimming pools are on offer. The beach is home to watersports, such as catamaran, pedaloes, canoes and windsurfing.
Useful Information on Distances
Chania Airport is 27 km away and Heraklion Airport 187km away, while the port of Souda is 19 km away with daily ships to and from the port of Athens. Regular bus service connects daily the hotel to the town of Chania and all the surrounding villages.
Local Information
The fishing village of Almyrida lies between the towns of Chania and Rethimno. Its traditional tavernas serve fresh fish. There are various shops with souvenirs, bars and cafes on the beachfront. The bay is home to Kera, Plaka, Kambia, Kokkino Horio, all beautiful small resorts within walking distance from the hotel. The area was a colony of the ancient civilization of the Pheanicians. In Almyrida archeologists discovered temples with frescoes of the Royal Church of Rhythm of the 5th century BC. The small island of Karga is ideal for sailing and fishing. Nearby Kokkino Horio is the village where Zorba the Greek was filmed, home to a small factory of glass-making. Kambia is home to old traditional well-preserved houses with beautifully landscaped gardens and to the small chapel of Aghios Nikitas.
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