See all properties
Save

Alexis Hotel

2.0 star property
Mediterranean hotel with beach bars and fitness centre
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Alexis Hotel

Boating
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM, pool umbrellas
Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View, Sea Facing
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM, pool umbrellas
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
99 Kallergidon Street, Chania, Crete Island, 73135
  • Golden Beach
    16 min walk
  • Iguana beach
    8 min drive
  • Beach House Restaurant
    9 min walk
  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    30 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, Balcony, Partial Sea View

Standard Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, Balcony, Partial Sea View

Standard Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, Balcony, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, Balcony

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, Balcony

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View, Sea Facing

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View, Sea Facing

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View, Sea Facing

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
  • 14 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Similar properties

Front of property

Hyperion City Hotel

Pool
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Spa
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (209)
The price is AU$180
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Hyperion City Hotel

About the area

Chania

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Chania awaits you at Alexis Hotel. Within a 30-minute stroll, you'll find Golden Beach and Nea Chora Beach. Highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and furnished balconies. .The restaurant, Theodosi, serves Greek cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. With 3 beach bars and a bar/lounge to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the hotel. Enjoy the gym, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and litter trays. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Chania hotel, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Chania Central Market and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Agioi Apostoloi Beach.

What's nearby

  • Chania Central Market - 3 min drive
  • Old Venetian Harbor - 5 min drive
  • Chania Lighthouse - 5 min drive
  • Nea Chora Beach - 8 min drive
  • Port of Souda - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ζαχαρη Και Αλατι - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Papanikolakis - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Blend Coffeeshop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Breakfast in - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Μοντέρνο Ζαχαροπλαστείο - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Alexis Hotel

Mediterranean hotel with beach bars and fitness centre
Alexis Hotel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness centre, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 beach bars and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Alexis Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Alexis Hotel was completed in May 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mediterranean Chania hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 bars on the beach
  • Built in 1990
  • Deli
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Alexis Hotel offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary slippers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Chania hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a Wi-Fi speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Estonian, French, Greek, Italian, Norwegian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • 3 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Theodosi

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Free beach club
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Private wine tours
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 17 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift (69 centimetre wide door)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
After hours check-in takes place at the hotel restaurant. Guests arriving early may leave their luggage at the reception desk and use the public washrooms, showers, or changing rooms.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of EUR 150 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 44 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls and litter trays are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 10 for adults and from EUR 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 9)
  • Pet deposit: EUR 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 25 (subject to availability)
  • In-room safe fee: EUR 2.50 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 1042Κ012A0135400

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM
  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Alexis Hotel Khania
Alexis Khania
Alexis Hotel Chania
Alexis Hotel
Alexis Chania
Alexis Hotel Hotel
Alexis Hotel Chania
Alexis Hotel Hotel Chania

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Alexis Hotel?

Alexis Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Alexis Hotel?

Yep, Alexis Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Alexis Hotel?

Yep, Alexis Hotel is a short 16-minute walk from Golden Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and water tubing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Alexis Hotel have a pool?

Alexis Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from April to October).

What makes Alexis Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and winery tours, as well as rainfall showerheads and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Alexis Hotel.

Is Alexis Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, it's no surprise that Alexis Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Alexis Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is offered daily from 8 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Alexis Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Alexis Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Greek cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Alexis Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Alexis Hotel?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Alexis Hotel, with food and water bowls and litter trays on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 20 kg per pet.

Alexis Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 249 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at the Alexis hotel after 2 am for our reservation for jukyb22nd 2024. I had called ahead to the property informing them that we had a late boat crossing and it would take us until after 1am for sure to get there and the lady I spoke to verified the reservation and said it was no problem for us to arrive late as the room was ALREADY PAID FOR thru Expedia. The boat was delayed arriving and it ended up being after 2am before we arrived. When we got there, there was no reception, we had to call a local phone number for someone to come and give us our keys…I though ok no biggie but when she arrived she proceeded to tell us very angrily that they did NOT have a reservation for us that was booked. I showed her my confirmation number through Expedia and then she proceeded to tell me that “we don’t deal with EXPEDIA and that there was no room available for the night” We were tired, and left with nowhere to stay so we had to sleep in our car which was neither SAFE nor COMFORTABLE. Upon talking to a few locals there and a few friends from home we heard horror story after horror story of them giving away peoples rooms that were paid for leaving customers in out situation. Upon requesting a refund from them the lady at the desk told us a flat out NO. I would SERIOUSLY RECONSIDER HAVING THEIR LISTING UNDER TOUR BANNER NAME. I use Expedia often without issue but this time I am out money and sleep 😡 Any help from you would be greatly appreciated Jason Pelley
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed this hotel, staff were amazing Restaurant was very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gensheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, nice people. I had a great time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Bjørn

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manuelle

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked being close to the center of Chania but not in the hustle and bustle. Loved the balcony overlooking the Aegean!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mattias

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alexis Hotel Chania
Mycket bra service och trevlig personal. Vi stannade 2 dagar och personalen var trevlig direkt och kände igen oss. Mycket bra restaurang också med bra service och god mat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Joshua, Golden

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, hotel has pool, great onsite restaurant, and rooms have a nice side view of the mountains and sea. Unfortunately the beds were hard as a rock. Waking up in pain every day puts a damper on the experience. The breakfast has loads of options and the dinner restaurant is fantastic. There is only 1 vegan option, so I wouldn’t recommend the half board to vegans, maybe vegetarians, and definitely to omnivores.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Dominika

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joananne

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Brighton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is in a great position and parking is easy. Theo is a fantastic host and the staff are like family
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER, Calgary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a huge place so you could get to know the staff, if that's your thing. Views from every room. Excellent restaurant,
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all amenities, fantastic views, close to beaches and wonderful staff. Rooms clean everyday. Fantastic breakfasts
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, UK

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was better than the photos. The room was large enough for us and a 1 year old, the breakfast had a lot of variety, the restaurant was very good and convenient as we arrived late and tired. It is a walkable distance to town & several beaches for us! The staff was outstanding in all aspects! My only regret is not have booked half-board to include dinner!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful friendly family hotel where Theo and his staff work hard to ensure guests have a unique experience. Food in the restaurant is lovely. Rooms are very clean and there are many repeat customers like me, which is testament to how high standards are here.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxing and friendly staff
The staff were very welcoming and very helpful. The room was cleaned daily. We had a peaceful time and ate at the restaurant on two evenings. Both times the food was amazing. We enjoyed meeting the rest of our family for breakfast which was very relaxed. They even made us a packed breakfast when we had an early morning start. The bathroom could do with some adjustments as there was no shelf to put toiletries etc and the shower curtain was a bit annoying but otherwise for the price of our stay we thought it was fair and would definitely come back. We had a car so easy to get around but our friends walked to beaches and to Venetian harbour and to the old town and a taxi back cost them 6 euros
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were friendly and very helpful,The room was clean, had a safety box and a small fridge. It has a nice furnished sunny balcony. We were offered a kettle, a hairdryer and extra towels for the pool (the pool was lovely) the bathroom was tiny and a bit of a squeeze to use the toilet. The food was excellent. While the hotel was spotless the area around and the walk down to the beach had a lot of litter.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a find!
For someone who researches every single aspect of a place when booking a hotel, this was an amazing find. Every single person we came into contact with were lovely, nothing was too much trouble. I think we had THE best room (205) with amazing views. The room was basic but comfortable, with a fridge and a kettle. The shower was a standard Greece cubicle with shower curtain. The beds were a little too hard for me but my partner liked them (he says I'm like Goldilocks and it's hard to please me with bed softness). The location was fine for us,around a 25 minute walk to the centre and 10 minutes to the beach. The path can be a little slippery down a hill, so perhaps take sturdy walking shoes. The beach/pool towels were a nice touch plus other things such as being able to have boarding passes printed out and the use of an iron/hairdryer for free. The breakfast was lovely, with different selections every day and a pancake maker. We didn't use the pool as it was too cold, but we did sunbathe for a few hours around it and it was a nice area to relax. The only negative to our stay was a group of other guests who were staying in adjacent rooms, they were noisy and inconsiderate, however that wasn't the fault of the hotel. I would stay here again if we I was to come back, without without the children.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fab restaurant
Usual thing with some Greek Hotels is the lack of morning hot water. Other than that the reception service was very good, the place was clean and the restaurant exceptional at dinner. Breakfast was a bit disappointing given the standard of dinner but for the price ....
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Walk uphill was a bit unsafe at night as lighting poor .Shower rooms need upgrading.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

therese, yorkshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful
All the staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast which was included was excellent. The restaurant also served delicious food. It was only a 10 minute bus drive into Chania and a taxi back was 6 Euros.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Carla, West Sussex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet hotel on the edge of town
We wanted a small hotel in a quiet location but within walking distance of Chania. As we are keen walkers, we favoured the route along the coast which took 15 to 20 minutes. First you have to descend by a path over scrub and then make your way over sandy paths to the coast path. You can walk along the shore if you prefer. That local beach was lovely and unspoilt with sand and some shingle. There are two tavernas just after the footbridge. If you want Aptera Beach and beyond, to the west, descend by the path, turn left by the green house and wind through the roads. That beach is busier but quiet at the far end by the rocks where it is good for snorkelling. We preferred the small, older taverna to the right of the car park mainly for drinks. The larger one unfortunately turns on the music in the afternoons, at least in high season. We hired a car for a few days and there are several rental companies in town. The National Road gets you to places quickly but we'd also recommend trips into the mountains.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2018