Do not know where to relax, but there is a desire to see bright night stars, soak up the rays of the gentle sun? Then go to Greece, to the island of Crete. Here everyone can touch and see with their own eyes the ancient culture and civilization, as well as spend time with comfort and preserve indescribable sensations in memory.
Greece is a country in which, as we are used to, everything is there. But seriously - this is the place where the heroes of various legends lived, the gods, and also this is the birthplace of the Olympic Games, olives and the fiery dance of sirtaki.
The pearl of Greece, according to local residents and many tourists, is the island of Crete, which is more than five thousand years old.
Resort of Crete
Want to get a multifaceted range of emotions? Crete is the most suitable place for this. Rest here can be very diverse.
Greece is the embodiment of the dream of any, even the most sophisticated tourist. Each trip is a breath of fresh air. There are so many magnificent places on the island that with a new and new journey you can discover the reduced edge of a tropical corner.
The island has a large number of beaches, as well as numerous mountains and deep gorges.
Crete is divided into parts, there are four in total:
- Heraklion.
- Lassithi.
- Chania.
- Rethymnon.
And each has its own special infrastructure, architecture and even vegetation. Guests are always amazed how so much of everything fascinating and interesting can be collected on one islet.
In Lassithi, it is advised to stop for those who prefer a beach holiday, loves sunbathing in the sun. There are many hotels, from luxury to simple, inexpensive.
Families with children go to Rethymnon. It has a more temperate climate, gentle slopes and a lot of entertainment.
Heraklion is the center of the island. As is characteristic of this part of Crete, it has gathered numerous bars, restaurants, night clubs, bars, a water park, as well as fountains, cultural monuments and the notorious labyrinth of the Minotaur. Not everyone will risk taking a walk on it, recalling its legendary story.
The most densely populated by vegetation part of the island saturated with outlandish nature is Chania. Here you can see the pink sands and take a walk along the road from the serpentine. This sight certainly will not leave anyone indifferent. It is not recommended to come to the area with small children because of the remoteness from the bus stations and the airport.
All this information will be needed by those who decided to go to Greece, to the island of Crete and stay on vacation at the Iraklis Apartments 3 * hotel, because it is located in the heart of a sunny place, and this makes it possible to visit all of the above places and take a lot of memorable pictures.
Unforgettable vacation
As has already become clear, vacationers are waiting for an unforgettable vacation, full of vivid impressions.
What benefits can be noted? What hotel Iraklis Apartments 3 * attracts its guests? What additional unique services does it provide? This is worth understanding first of all.
- Diving. Vacationers for a fee can be booked for diving lessons, where an experienced instructor will teach you how to dive and view the seabed. For more sophisticated tourists already familiar with scuba diving, it will help to improve skills. The underwater world of the island is something amazing. You can see closely with your own eyes giant turtles, colorful fish, enjoy the landscapes located in the sea kingdom. And also, with luck, there is the opportunity to look at the sunken ships. This is an amazing sight.
- Shopping The hotel leads its vacationers to purchase fur products, natural Greek cosmetics from algae and minerals, olives and oil made from them.
- Kitchen. She at the Iraklis Apartments 3 * hotel is simply amazing. What does the famous Greek moussaka, snail salads and delicious sweets, personally prepared by the chef according to a secret recipe, cost? And coffee - its taste cannot be forgotten. It is boiled on hot sand. You can talk about luxurious wine for hours.
Hotel
After a few details about the hotel Iraklis Apartments 3 * (Stalida), we can confidently say that crowds of interested tourists will want to visit it.
The hotel windows overlook the blue clear sea, a cozy courtyard and a chic swimming pool, which is surrounded by lilies and roses, palm trees and a broken exotic garden where unprecedented plants grow.
The hotel is the place where you can spend a delightful stay with children, with company or go on a romantic adventure.
Location
The hotel complex is located just one kilometer from the Gouves resort and 300 meters from a large sandy beach.
Along the promenade are numerous markets with fresh vegetables and fruits, boutiques, souvenir shops, supermarkets, taverns, where sirtaki and bars teach everyone to dance.
On the beach itself there are bars and recreational attractions.
Near the hotel Iraklis Apartments 3 *, a fifteen minute drive, is the airport. Only 17 kilometers from the city.
It is worth mentioning the presence of the Cretaqarium aquarium. It is 500 meters from the hotel complex.
And the most sophisticated tourists have the opportunity, without departing far from the hotel, to participate in real archaeological excavations in Knossos. In general, a rather good location, allowing you to enjoy all the benefits of the island.
Rooms
Hotel Iraklis Apartments 3 * (Stalida) consists of 38 rooms, which are located in two buildings. It was created in 1990, and in 2016 it was reconstructed. So the tourist is waiting for an updated hotel.
Room Types:
- Studio room for three persons.
- Studio room for two people.
- Studio room where four people have the opportunity.
Each room has a comfortable sofa and a double bed. If desired, they can bring a cot with a comfortable, thick mattress.
Additional amenities:
- Telephone.
- A TV with an antenna, but it’s hard to find Russian-language channels.
- Satellite television.
- Coffee maker, you can make yourself a hot, tasty drink at any time.
- Iron.
- Toaster for croutons.
- Bathroom. Some rooms have bathtubs, while others have showers.
- Hair dryer.
- Wi-Fi with great signal.
- Safe to store money, valuables, jewelry in it.
Hotel infrastructure
For the convenience of guests at the Iraklis Apartments 3 * hotel (Greece, Stalida) there is free parking, as well as a garden where you can relax and unwind in the shade of arbors, hiding from the scorching sun and salty wind.
For adults, the hotel complex has billiards, a pool and a gym. It has a treadmill, exercise bike and other equipment. Professionals will help to drive away extra kilos, because the luxurious kitchen of the hotel does not provide an opportunity to lose weight.
Also at the Iraklis Apartments 3 * hotel (Greece) there is a SPA salon, hairdresser, manicure room and massage.
For couples who have taken their babies with them, there are also undeniable advantages:
- Children's section, which is located next to the adult pool.
- Playground with toys, rocking chairs.
- Lounges.
- Cots for children.
Nutrition
On the territory of the Iraklis Apartments 3 * hotel (Greece, Crete) serves national dishes inimitable in their taste, but other cuisine is also present. There is also a snack bar and an aqua bar.
The price of the tour often includes one, two or three meals a day, everything will depend on how much the vacationer paid.
The benefits of the kitchen have already been mentioned above. You can only add that it is difficult to find dishes that are not appreciated.
Climate
The island is ruled by a Mediterranean climate. There are 300 sunny days, so there is no reason to fear the worsening weather conditions.
The temperature in the summer usually ranges from 30 to 35 degrees, it is considered comfortable. But the winds here are incredibly strong, but this does not interfere with rest.
Iraklis Apartments 3 *: reviews
For completeness of impressions it is necessary to share reviews of tourists who have already visited the hotel.
Vacationers like the fact that the hotel is not too big, comfortable. It is located very close to the sea, and in the morning they serve delicious breakfasts and there is no need to take sandwiches with you to the beach.
They prepare at the Iraklis Apartments 3 * hotel (Greece, Crete, Heraklion) very tasty, prices are cheap, if necessary, they bring everything to the room.
Themed nights are often arranged in the evenings. Greeks are cheerful people, they like to dance, and know how to have fun.
It is also worth noting that the beach is amazing. According to tourists, there are simply no shortcomings.
According to the reviews of vacationers, the people working here are beautiful and responsive, easily contact, always hospitable and sociable.
Of the shortcomings, tourists noted the small size of the room, but they are clean. Lockers are also cramped. Even vacationers did not like the plumbing, but the furniture was new.
An indisputable plus, as the guests noted, is that the cuisine is present not only Greek, but also international. Breakfast was served in the English style, which could not but rejoice.
And to the sea - a stone's throw, just about five - seven minutes at a slow pace. In general, many vacationers from the Iraklis Apartments Gouves Heraklion 3 * hotel had good impressions. Minor flaws do not spoil a lot of positive qualities.
Based on everything, we can conclude that if you go to Greece on the island of Crete, then only to the Iraklis Apartments 3 * hotel, where tourists will be greeted by a warm homely atmosphere, excellent cuisine and an affectionate climate, ready to take every vacationer into their arms.