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Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village

4.0 star property
Hotel in Malevizi with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Terrace/patio
Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Interior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

Explore the area

Map
11th Km Old National Road, Tilisos, Malevizi, Crete Island, 71002
  • General University Hospital of Heraklion
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Heraklion Port
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room

Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
In-room safe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Triple Room

Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
In-room safe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
In-room safe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
In-room safe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Tylissos

At Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Tylissos and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Tylisos Mansions. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Delfys, serves Greek cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning local cuisine breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Malevizi hotel, attractions include Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum.

What's nearby

  • General University Hospital of Heraklion - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Heraklion Port - 12 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Ammoudara Beach - 13 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Palace of Knossos - 13 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Πετούσης - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Havana Beach Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Heaven Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Uncle George tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ορθοπεταλιές - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village

Hotel in Malevizi with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. A library, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Malevizi hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 30 buildings
  • Built in 1988
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village offers 34 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and free toiletries. Beds feature down duvets. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Malevizi hotel provides complimentary wired Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Greek

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Delfys

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property hosts private events with live music on weekends. Guests can expect a high level of noise until 5 AM during this time.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during January, February, March, April, November and December:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 11 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 10.00 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 local cuisine breakfast: from approximately EUR 12 for adults and from EUR 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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, debit card or cash deposit 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 major credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Arolithos
Arolithos Cretan Village
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village Hotel
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village Hotel Malevizi
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village Malevizi
Arolithos Traditional Village
Arolithos Village
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village Hotel
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village Malevizi
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village Hotel Malevizi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?

Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?

As of 11 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village on 31 Mar 2025 start from AU$79.73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?

Yep, Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?

The closest beach to Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village is Ammoudara Beach (5 km).

Does Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village have a pool?

Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Is Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and babysitting services, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village is a hit with families.

Does Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village serve breakfast?

Yep, local cuisine breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?

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 Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?

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 Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 5 kg per pet.

Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 183 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dr. Horst

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice place in the mountains
Great place in the mountains, basic room, comfortable bed, needs some brush up - feels a bit old - broken mountings in bathroom - overall good value for money, friendly staff, excellent food, quiet room. Would come back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice heritage village, which we explored during our stay. The view from the restaurant was fantastic and the breakfast delicious. Room had basic facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An Authentic Greek experience!
A truly unique experience, it felt like we were staying at a friend’s place rather than at a hotel. Very homey and our room had a beautiful view. The restaurant was charming, with delicious food and we even had a group of excellent musicians with authentic Greek dancers in costume. Anther bonus - it was a 15 minu LP te drive to the airport. A great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was like none other! Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Irini Eleftheria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. It feels like a traditional village and i surely recommend it for families. The rooms were old and not well maintained which was disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic!
Absolutely wonderful - all the staff were really friendly and kind, the food was fantastic, everyone spoke v good English. Very clean. Massive meals - under-order! An absolutely beautiful pool and gorgeous views of the mountains, and a private little balcony on our room. Friendly cats visit during dinner (they go away if told). A brilliant experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic!
Absolutely wonderful - all the staff were really friendly and kind, the food was fantastic, everyone spoke v good English. Very clean. Massive meals - under-order! An absolutely beautiful pool and gorgeous views of the mountains, and a private little balcony on our room. Friendly cats visit during dinner (they go away if told). A brilliant experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was just as described, right out of a village, so nice
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Roger

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good except no internet in the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Antonis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful stuff, very good food quality and a lot of oprions to choose.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful property!! Staff was very friendly and helpful. amazing food and the view was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love this place and I didn’t wanna leave. My room was spacious the meals were delicious the village and the pool are beautiful as well as the surrounding countryside. It really wasn’t that far to the city, and yet the area was rural and serene. I loved hearing the goats , sheep and peacocks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely alternative to staying in downtown Heraklion, especially if you have kids as Arolithos is a charming, self contained complex and is very safe with a decent pool. Terrific views down to bay and up to fabulous mountains. Nice outdoor restaurant terrace. Delicious wholesome Cretan food menu for both breakfast and dinner. Rooms are charming with balcony terraces and air conditioning. However, the only negative, the beds and mattresses feel like they have been unchanged for thirty years and are especially uncomfortable. Time for the management to reinvest as for me it was the only serious negative criticism.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, our favorite place while in Greece. Very whimsical and lovely hosts! Absolutely beautiful property! When checking in, our host saw that it was my birthday and gave us free chocolates. Cats were fun and the entire property was authentic and beautiful. Loved it and would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

ashish, Tulsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cherry, Perth, Scotland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful, friendly, characterful hotel. Each room with its own balcony or patio area, ensuite, air conditioning. Plenty places to get a coffee or cool drink all day, very good terrace restaurant open all day above the pool area under shady olive trees. Shop for water, biscuits, ice creams, small craft shop, museum, forge etc (showing old village artefacts) all within the hotel as part of the village. Staff were all polite, helpful and friendly. Pool is beautiful altho' watch the shallow sloping edges when entering for the first time! Only downside was one evening (until 4am) of loud music due to a Greek Wedding in the dining/event area at the top of the village. Ear plugs would have sorted that one out easily. Apart from that, our group had a fabulous, relaxing holiday in an unusual setting and would recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Mike, SF Bay Area

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Come here for the experience. It is inconvenient in location and a bit thin on facilities but that's not the point. The point is having some semblance to living in a rural Cretan village on stone floors amid winding narrow lanes deep in the country with goats on the hills all around. The only reason I can't give it a full five is it doesn't go deep enough; the open-air exhibits are small and there's no-one around to explain them. Oh and make no mistake; it is very comfortable and if you have a car then day trips will work out just fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Huizhen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Like the location and environment, and of course the food and services in the restaurant in the site. We would go back again if we will travel to there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gwen, Toronto Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really beautiful setting and amazing village atmosphere sitting under the olive trees and listening to the sounds of sheep and donkey bells. Definitely want to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018