Amoudara - the so-called resort village on the island of Crete, located a few kilometers from Heraklion, the administrative center of the island. What is this place like? Well-developed infrastructure, close proximity to the capital, sights - thanks to all this, Amoudara has won undoubted popularity among tourists.
Family holiday
Many come to these places as whole families. And this is the right choice - in Crete, both adults and children will enjoy the rest. But every potential tourist, before taking trips somewhere, thinks about where he will live. If you want to go to Crete, then don’t think for a long time - the Marirena 3 * hotel will be a great solution. This hotel is chosen by many vacationers who know this place: those who like an economical, active vacation and, of course, families. Indeed, the hotel has rather low prices, and this despite the fact that it is located just a few steps from the sea. In addition, Marirena 3 * Ammoudara is located very close to the international airport, whose name is "Nikos Kazantzakis". And this is also a definite plus. By the way, for a fee, the hotel provides transfer services - a profitable addition for those people who come to this place for the first time and are still poorly oriented.
Decor
The hotel itself is very beautiful. It was built not so long ago, in 1989, and is made in the traditional Greek style. The last repair and reconstruction work was completed in 2008. All rooms are made in a unique style - everything is tasteful, neat, no frills. Definitely will appeal to lovers of exquisite interiors. The homestead also looks interesting - everything is done in the best Greek traditions. In general, everything is neat, cute, stylish - many tourists who have visited this hotel note a presentable appearance of the hotel.
Location and services
Hotel Marirena 3 * is located in a cozy green area, near the sandy beach. The hotel offers a lot of services necessary for a good rest and for a person to forget about all the worries. Swimming pool with children's section, parking, diet food services, free Wi-Fi, currency exchange, safe, transfer, TV room. By the way, Marirena 3 * is located near the bus stop, so if you want to go somewhere, this is feasible without problems. For a surcharge, the hotel may even offer a cot in the room. By the way, young guests will not have to be bored - there is a playground, next to the hotel there are swings, and on the territory there is a children's pool. So if you have thoughts about whether to come with a child or yourself - it’s definitely worth taking it with you on vacation, which will bring a lot of impressions to a small family member. Near the hotel there are a lot of different institutions and shops, where you can get in just five minutes from the National Road, if you go by taxi. Heraklion is a city that is known for its stunning historical center, where there are so many attractions that are simply breathtaking. The Venetian port, walls, and much more - you can not visit these places when you come to Crete.
Nutrition
Breakfast, lunch, dinner - all this is a very important aspect to consider when choosing a hotel. The administration of Crete Region Heraklio Marirena 3 * understands this, and therefore guests do not need to worry. The hotel has its own restaurant, where guests can enjoy everything they want - a buffet after all. However, there is a schedule, and you should be aware of it. Breakfast is served from 8 am to 9:30, lunches from 12:30 to 14:00, and dinners from 19:00 to 21:00. Guests can enjoy quality home-made wine (available in both white and red), local beer, some soft drink, or ask for plain water. There is also a poolside bar. There, guests can order tea, filtered coffee, homemade wine, local beer, liquors, juices, cocktails and even crayfish. From 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. they serve all of the above, except for strong alcohol, but from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. you can safely come to try cocktails or liquors. Snacks are offered to guests from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and after four o'clock in the evening and up to six tourists are offered cookies and muffins with tea or coffee. As you can see, the hotel will not succeed in starving guests. The variety of dishes and snacks on offer is too great.
Accommodation
So that a person can fully enjoy the rest, he needs a cozy, clean bed and a pleasant atmosphere. Marirena 3 * (Amudara) has comfortable furnished rooms for every taste. And although there are not so many of them, but all the rooms are made in the original style. In total in Marirena 3 * 212 comfortable and cozy rooms. The rooms are equipped with everything you need. There is a telephone, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, an electric kettle, a refrigerator, a hairdryer, a shower, Russian channels on satellite TV, and even a safe. Also, one cannot but note the exit to the terrace or balcony, where you can enjoy picturesque views and breathe in the fresh air. It is beneficial for smokers, because you do not need to look for a special place for smoking. The family rooms have a separate bedroom and a lounge with a sofa bed. In such apartments there can be either one double bed or two single beds. It is worth noting that the rooms are always clean - a maid comes in daily and tidies up, linen changes once a week.
Infrastructure and service
People who came to this hotel were satisfied with the services offered by Marirena 3 *. Greece, I must say, is a country that is famous for its excellent service. Hotels always welcome tourists hospitably, trying to please them in everything and help with temporary accommodation. Everything is offered for comfort and leisure. There is a picturesque garden, a terrace where you can spend time enjoying the shady coolness. The hotel provides round-the-clock service, offers sun loungers and umbrellas, both on the beach and around the pool. By the way, the hotel even offers a gift shop where anyone can buy any presents as souvenirs to their near and dear ones.
Leisure and entertainment
Also, Marirena 3 * offers guests entertainment to which they can devote time when it is especially hot or if you just do not want to go somewhere. You can enjoy water sports or play basketball. There is also a volleyball court, tennis court and billiards. And if you don’t want any of this, you can just swim in the pool. For lovers of delicacies and delicious food, restaurant services are offered with excellent cuisine prepared by real masters of culinary art. There you can try dishes of both national and international cuisine.
Comments of guests and guests of Crete
In general, if you want to provide yourself with comfort and coziness, then you should choose Marirena 3 *. The reviews prove it again. Many guests claim that the trip exceeds all expectations. Settlement is quick, cleaning is regular, always clean towels. They note the accuracy, cleanliness, polite staff. By the way, many tourists choose this hotel because of its advantageous location - there is a taxi and bus stop nearby, and you do not need to spend extra money on a transplant. Some mistakenly believe that since the hotel is located next to the beach, there are always a lot of people there, but this is not so. It’s spacious on the shore, and the sea is gentle and clean. It is noted that staff even packs impressive orders in taverns. Near the hotel there is an agency where you can buy excursions. By the way, tourists say that a Russian-speaking girl works there, and this is a definite plus for those people who do not speak foreign well. In general, tourists who have come to Greece at least once are advised to stay there. The Greeks are very friendly and do everything to ensure that visitors to their cities fall in love with the island with all their souls. As for the hotel, almost everyone unanimously declares that this is the best ratio of criteria such as price and quality.
Hotel Tour
And now, in fact, about the prices that Crete offers. Hotel Marirena is famous for its fairly democratic economy. The average cost of a tour to this hotel for one person for one week (double room) is about 11,845 rubles. And if you buy a burning ticket, it will be even cheaper. You can look for promotional offers before planning a trip, then it will be generally budgeted. As you can see, the price is really affordable, given all the advantages that were described a little earlier. Needless to say, even hotels in some Russian resorts are more expensive, but this is Greece. Based on this, we can draw certain conclusions regarding prices in the state in general. So, you should return to the topic of the cost of accommodation. This is really very small when compared with other hotels. For example, in Domes Of Elounda 5 * a double room for two will cost about 160,000 rubles. So draw the appropriate conclusions. Of course, hotels from different categories, but this fact still cannot be ignored.
The cheaper principle works
Many tourists, not particularly versed in hotels and temporary residences, decide to stay at this place, because they are satisfied with the prices. And they are not mistaken, since in this case the principle of “what is cheap - high-quality” fully works. A great option in order to spend the night in coziness and comfort, put yourself in order, relax. By the way, people who are not the first time to stay in hotels, mark Marirena 3 * as a very good place - in terms of service, services, food, location, prices. It is noted that in many other hotels of the same price category, the quality is very different, and in a bad way. In general, this place will appeal to both businessmen who have arrived on business, families wishing to relax, and many other guests of the city. Definitely I want to go back there again to feel all the charms of Greece again.