Relax at once on three seas, get a wonderful relaxation on the coast of the cleanest sea and sandy beaches, touch the ancient European culture - you can all get together while relaxing on the island of Crete (Greece).
The season here is quite long - from April to November. At the beginning and at the end of the season, there may be cool nights, but the water temperature is quite comfortable. Crete is the largest Greek island with a developed infrastructure. Island holidays, as a rule, are expensive. Therefore, we will get acquainted with the budget aparthotel Litsa Efi 2 *, to save money on living on entertainment, excursions and souvenirs.
Location
The aparthotel is located thirty kilometers from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport in Heraklion (the administrative center of Crete), in the village of Stalida. This is a calm and comfortable area of the resort, with a wide line of sandy beaches and plenty of water activities. The village has a large number of shopping and souvenir shops, and commemorative products are offered at a fairly reasonable price. It is worth bringing with you about. Crete olive oil and olive- based cosmetics, ceramics, local artisans, jewelry.
The sandy beach is 600 meters away. You can choose the option of the coast to your liking and taste, within walking distance of the hotel. It should be noted that on the island all beaches are municipal, sunbeds and umbrellas are charged.
The aparthotel offers guests single, double, triple and quadruple accommodation in rooms with a balcony (terrace) and views of the garden or street. Near the hotel Litsa Efi 2 * there is a historical object - the Minoan Palace.
Rooms
The hotel provides comfortable rooms for guests to relax. Litsa Efi (studios) 2 *. The concept of rest is such that conditions are created here for economical living and independent cooking. Therefore, the rooms have kitchenette with gas stove or hob, fridge with replenished minibar (extra charge).
The rooms have an area of 20 to 50 square meters, in each - a wardrobe, beds, everything you need for temporary residence. Individual air conditioning is available for a fee. The room is equipped with a bathroom (shower), toilet, washbasin. The rooms are regularly cleaned and linen is changed.
Services
Nutrition. Hotel Litsa Efi (apartments) 2 * has its own cafe and bar. However, breakfast is not included in the price and can be ordered on site, if necessary. The cafe serves local and international dishes. Greek salad, Metaxa, olives - all these symbols of Greek cuisine for the whole world here have a special and unique taste.
Entertainment and sports. The hotel has its own outdoor pool equipped with sun loungers and parasols, a relaxation area. Water activities and sports equipment are available at an additional cost on the beach. Excursion programs are offered at the Litsa Efi 2 * hotel itself. You can use the well-known routes. You can relax on the island yourself, having studied historical objects in advance and made a map of an individual route.
Excursions in Crete
Holidays on the island of Crete - a great opportunity to get in touch with the ancient Greek culture. Vacationers at the Litsa Efi 2 * hotel can contact at the hotel’s tour desk, at the reception desk to get comprehensive information about the programs, prices, time and route of excursions.
Which of them are the most popular on the island for those who first decided to visit it?
- Knossos Palace. The memory of the Minoan civilization (2600-1100 BC). A visit to the palace will refresh knowledge about myths: King Minas, Ariadne, Theseus.
- A trip to the "Palm Paradise." Wai Town. Thanks to the picturesque landscapes and the beautiful coast, this place can be called just that. The road passes through the city of Sitia. It houses the famous monastery of the Holy Virgin Mary Toplou, which is also worthy of attention.
- Cave of Zeus. Located at an altitude of more than 1000 meters above sea level, this cave is considered one of the most beautiful on the island. In the cave you can see stalactite rocks (Mantle of Zeus), find out other sacred facts from the past of Ancient Greece.
- Drive to Water City Waterpark. A great opportunity to get an experience for both adults and children. Attractions are designed for all age groups.
Vacation Reviews
For an economical vacation, according to guests who visited Litsa Efi 2 * (Crete), This hotel would be a great option. As the advantages of the hotel, tourists note:
- the possibility of self-cooking (there are a lot of supermarkets around where you can buy food);
- great pool;
- the friendliness of the staff (family business) is always ready to help in resolving issues arising from guests, while the staff is English-speaking, which simplifies the situation;
- high speed wireless connection at the hotel.
As comments, tourists note the small size of the bathroom in standard rooms, the rather worn-out condition of the kitchen corner.