Crete is the largest and, perhaps, the most interesting from the point of view of tourism of the islands of Greece. This is evidenced by the millions of flows of tourists visiting Crete daily. The attractiveness of the island is due to the ability to combine beach tours with sightseeing. Holidays on the island of Minotaur will appeal to both fans of lazy pastime and inquisitive tourists who travel from place to place in order to see more attractions. There are so many of them in Crete that it is unlikely to be able to inspect everything at once in one visit. As for the level of service in the hotels of the island, then this is also okay here. The most popular among Russian tourists are 4 * hotels in which you can get the highest service at relatively low prices. So, for example, a week-long rest at the Mare Monte Beach Hotel 4 * (Crete) costs from 25,000 rubles per person. The hotel is located near the city of Chania - the second city after the Heraklion island.
Chania - the pearl of Crete
Due to the abundance of canals and rivers flowing through the city, Chania is called the Greek Venice. In spring, the city is buried in the bushes of flowering jasmine, and its aroma is interrupted by the brackish smell of the sea. The city is located in the western part of the island. It is not as dry as in the eastern and southern parts, so you can see densely growing forests and gardens, flowering shrubs and a lush carpet of greenery around the hotel complexes. The most popular resorts in the Chania area are the villages of Platanias, Kavros and Georgioupolis. In the latter, among the greenery of gardens, is the snow-white building of the Mare Monte Beach Hotel 4 * hotel. But before proceeding to the description of this fashionable complex, which, according to Russian tourists, is one of the best in all of Chania, I would like to stop at the village of Georgioupolis and briefly describe its attractions.
Garden City
In fact, this resort is very green, just an eye happy. Numerous restaurants, cafes, taverns and bars are buried in flowering bushes and eucalyptus and cypress trees. The hotels here are small, mostly painted in white or very light pastel colors, which is in perfect harmony with the natural picture. The town has a small port, on both sides of which stretch gorgeous golden beaches. In a word, in this town, next to which is the Mare Monte Beach Hotel 4 *, miraculously combines white, turquoise, emerald and gold shades, forming an incredibly beautiful landscape. Georgioupolis beach is divided into several parts by small rivers, Almiros and Perastikos. At the place of their confluence, the water in the sea is cold; there are strong currents. By the way, in earlier times, this village was called Almiroupoli, in honor of the Almyros River flowing along it.
The holiday season in these places lasts from April to October. It is especially beautiful here, of course, at the beginning of the season, when the city is in full bloom. Summer is sometimes very hot, and the thermometer reaches 40 degrees or more, but the sea water is not very warm due to the currents, which helps to cool on especially hot days.
How to get there
So, you decided to spend your vacation on the island of Crete, at the Mare Monte Beach Hotel 4 *. “Biblio Globus” is one of the best tour operators in the Mediterranean countries, and if you decide to use the services of this company, then it organizes your vacation at the highest level. Holiday packages from Biblio Globus include air travel, transfer, hotel accommodation, excursions, etc.
Despite the fact that there is an airport in Chania, there are no direct flights from Moscow and other major cities of the Russian Federation and the CIS. You will have to fly with a change either through Athens or through Thessaloniki. However, most tourists prefer to fly to Heraklion airport, and then from there go by road to Georgioupolis, where the Mare Monte Beach Hotel 4 * is located. When compiling a package, the tour operator, as noted above, takes into account the costs associated with delivery from the airport to the hotel (transfer). Therefore, a travel agent will meet you at the airport terminal and deliver you to the desired hotel.
The distance from the capital to the resort is 103 km, therefore, only 1-1.5 hours will be spent on the path. Chania Airport is only 40 kilometers away. From there you can get to the hotel even faster, somewhere in half an hour.
Mare Monte Beach Hotel 4 (Greece, Crete, Chania): description and location
900 meters from the picturesque village of Georgioupolis and 35 km from Chania, on the northern coast of Crete, is the Marie Monte Hotel. It occupies a fairly large territory on which among palm gardens there are several buildings, an amphitheater, a swimming pool, a couple of restaurants and bars, taverns and cafes, tennis, volleyball and basketball fields, etc. As you can see, the hotel infrastructure is more than developed, and rest within its walls promises to be interesting and eventful.
Number of rooms
All in Mare Monte Beach 4 * 200 comfortable standard rooms with an area of 22 square meters. meter. They are classified by window view. Thus, the following types of numbers exist:
- standard, with garden views, designed for a maximum of 4 people: two adults (double bed) and two children (bunk bed);
- standard, with side sea views, also designed for 4 people (maximum);
- standard with sea view.
Room Amenities
The interior and interior of all living quarters are almost the same everywhere. The floors are covered with ceramic tiles, there is a balcony or terrace with plastic furniture, a well-equipped bathroom with a shower, toiletries, a hairdryer and towels. The room also has air conditioning, a safe (14 euros per week), a TV and satellite channels, a refrigerator, a telephone, etc. At the request of guests for children, either one folding bed or a bunk bed (for two children) is installed in the room. As for the service, they clean the room daily, at a convenient time for you, and bed linen is changed every three days, that is, twice a week.
Hotel service and infrastructure
The hotel has an Internet corner, where for a fee you can use the wireless Internet, as well as business services (copier, printer, scanner, email, etc.). In the lobby there is a TV room, a mini market and a souvenir kiosk. Parking for tourists renting cars is free. Dry cleaning and laundry services, as well as a medical center are chargeable. On the territory of the hotel, in the park area, there are several swimming pools (adults and children), mini-golf courses, tennis courts, billiards, restaurants, taverns, bars and an amphitheater for conducting show programs. Unfortunately, there is no spa and gym.
Entertainment
Hotel Mare Monte Beach Hotel 4 * is located 5 kilometers from the picturesque Lake Kourna, and a walking tram regularly goes to it from the hotel. Many tourists like to spend their time not by the pools, but next to it. For those vacationers who like to sunbathe in the hotel, there is a solarium area near the pools. Sun beds and umbrellas are provided free of charge. In the evenings, animation is performed in the amphitheater for both adults and small tourists. There are Greek evenings a week with the performance of folklore ensembles. By the way, this, from the point of view of tourists, is the most important feature of the Mare Monte Beach Hotel 4 *. Reviews written by former guests express gratitude to the administration for organizing such evenings. After all, Greek music, especially dancing, is something special!
Children's entertainment
In Greece, children have a special attitude, and this is felt in everything. For example, in the restaurant for babies there is a special children's menu (for babies - on request and for a fee), special high chairs are provided. In the central building for them there is a children's playroom, a mini club, in the territory there are several playgrounds with swings and slides, as well as a paddling pool for children.
Nutrition
This chic four-star hotel provides tourists with a choice of two types of food: HB (half board) and AI (all inclusive). Pensioners and families with children usually choose the second option; young people are more often content with breakfast and dinner. By the way, the all-inclusive system in different countries (and even hotels in the same country) has its own characteristics. In Mare Monte Beach Hotel 4 *, this means the following:
- Service of this type occurs from 10 am to midnight.
- Three meals a day are served in the central restaurant.
- Breakfast lasts until 11 o’clock, but if you overslept it, then it doesn’t matter, since from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. snacks (plus pastries and fruits) and drinks (coffee, cocoa, hot chocolate, tea, juices, etc.) are offered to vacationers.
- Guests can enjoy alcoholic drinks at the poolside snack bar and lobby, along with snacks.
- For lunch, dishes of national Greek and other European cuisines are served.
- Dinners at the hotel are mostly themed.
Beach
No matter how the infrastructure is developed, the main thing for any resort hotel is the beach. Hotel “Marie Monte” is located on the first beach line, and from it to the coast only 100 meters. For its cleanliness and comfort, this private beach was appreciated by an environmental organization and was awarded the Blue Flag. Beach equipment (towels, umbrellas, sun loungers) is free for hotel guests. Here you can find a full range of beach activities (for a fee).
Excursion program
Being on the island of Crete and not going on excursions is simply blasphemy. If you do not want to go deep into the island, you can explore the nearby attractions, as well as go to Chania, where the local flavor has been preserved and there are many historical monuments of architecture.
Mare Monte Beach Hotel 4 * (Crete): vacationers reviews
Well, what can be reviews about a hotel with such a high level of service, such a delicious cuisine and such a friendly and friendly staff? Everything is done here in order to please tourists, so that they have nothing to complain about, although there is a category of vacationers who, instead of relaxing and getting the most out of their holidays, look for flaws in everything and everywhere. Well, what can you do, that’s their nature. And all the rest we wish you a wonderful holiday on the delightful island of Crete!