Crete is washed by the Cretan, Libyan and Ionian Sea. The island is located at the "meeting point" of Asia, Europe and Africa. The wonderful climate, the sandy beaches of Crete, the gentle sea, picturesque landscapes, amazing cuisine, many unique attractions of ancient times - all this made it a popular destination for a full vacation. The island, judging by the reviews, is unusually disposed to relaxation and gives complete detachment from everyday worries.
Hotels
Crete is the largest Greek island. In the high season, hundreds of thousands of tourists from all countries come here, especially those who prefer to combine a beach holiday with a tour of local attractions. Crete hotels are located on the entire coast of the island.
For young people and those who love noisy resorts, hotels in the eastern and northern regions are perfect. And for those who want to see the traditions and originality of this amazing place, it is better to book rooms in complexes located on the west coast, for example, Solimar Dias Hotel 4 *. Greece, the island of Crete, the region of Rethymnon are so rich in ancient monuments that at almost every step you can see ancient attractions.
Almost all four- and five-star resort hotels operate on an all-inclusive basis. Upscale hotels with a similar service system today are very popular among tourists. They are offered not only quality food and service, but also all the entertainment and amenities that they can use without leaving the hotel. But having all the entertainment on the territory, one should not forget that Greece, first of all, is rich in its ancient culture.
Tourists who prefer a mild Mediterranean climate will definitely like Crete, especially its western part, where there are two major cities of the island - Chania and Rethymnon, considered the centers of entertainment of this resort.
Solimar Dias Hotel 4 *: description
The hotel was built in 2011. In 2015, it was completely reconstructed. It is located only seven kilometers from the city of Rethymnon, on the second beach line. To the sea - fifty meters. Judging by the reviews of tourists, the hotel has a large territory, landscaped and equipped.
In five minutes you can walk to the nearest village of Adele, where there are shops, clubs, taverns and restaurants. At the entrance to the territory of Solimar Dias Hotel 4 * there is a bus stop, from which shuttles depart every hour towards Heraklion. The international airport is eighty kilometers distant. Not far from the hotel (4-5 km) are the famous Venetian port, as well as the ancient fortress of Fortezza, museums and the park.
Infrastructure and Services
Solimar Dias Hotel is a 4-star establishment. Its infrastructure is fully consistent with the declared category. Free on-site parking is provided, which does not need to be reserved in advance. Those who wish can take advantage of dry cleaning, a currency exchange office, and a coffee machine.
The registration desk is open around the clock. Here you can, if necessary, order a return transfer, use the fax and depository safe. The lobby has a tour desk, a luggage room and a kiosk. The hotel has a beautiful garden, in which, in addition to amazing Mediterranean plants, there are many flowering shrubs. Here you can walk and, sitting on a bench, enjoy the beauty of the sea.
Housing stock
The building of the Solimar Dias Hotel is a three-story building with an elevator. It has only seventy-five Superior rooms (for a maximum of three people) with an area of twenty-five square meters and a Family Room (2 + 2 or 3 + 1) of 30 square meters. m. The hotel has recently been fully renovated and replaced furniture. The rooms have a refrigerator, flat-screen TV, comfortable beds, bedside tables, luggage rack, work desk, wardrobe, telephone with direct access. The air conditioning in the room is manually controlled. In front of the rooms there is a balcony or terrace with comfortable plastic furniture.
Bed linen is changed at the hotel three times a week, and towels are changed daily. It is possible to make tea or coffee with an electric kettle / coffee maker. Bathrooms combined. All hygiene items at the hotel are updated daily. Those who wish can use the hairdryer available in the bathroom. The rooms are renovated in a Mediterranean style, on the doors leading to a terrace or balcony, thick curtains in the color of the bedspreads. On the floor are ceramic non-slip tiles.
Nutrition
Solimar Dias Hotel 4 * works according to the all-inclusive concept, during which a breakfast buffet is served during breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the bar and main restaurant you can get alcoholic drinks from local producers and juices for free. The menu consists mainly of dishes from European and Mediterranean cuisine, a lot of fresh vegetables, salads. Seafood is served twice a week. The poolside bar offers free Wi-Fi.
Sea
The sandy beaches of Crete are famous all over the world. From the residential building of the Solimar Dias Hotel 4 * hotel, the seashore is only fifty meters away. The beach is municipal, sandy with a length of one kilometer. Sun umbrellas and trestle beds are available at an additional cost. Judging by the reviews of tourists, the entrance to the sea is comfortable, gentle. True, there is a small area with stones, so the presence of special shoes will not hurt. The beach has all the amenities - shower, toilet, a bar.
Entertainment
For children, the hotel has a playground in the garden. There is a babysitting service on request, as well as an extra bed in the room. The main restaurant offers special high chairs for babies so that parents can comfortably feed them.
The complex has an excellent pool with a children's section. Around there are always a lot of free sunbeds and umbrellas. Here you can connect to the Internet, drink a glass of wine or beer, as well as cold juices. The all-inclusive concept also includes free ice cream for children and sandwiches. There are also tennis courts on site. Equipment rental and night lighting must be paid separately. There is also the option of playing billiards or table tennis.
Additional Information
According to the rules of this hotel, tourists are scheduled to check in at fourteen, and check out at twelve. The administration accepts not only cash, but also credit cards. Children under two years old can stay for free. Those who wish can rent a safe in the room, the cost of which is two euros per day. At the reception you can order a taxi. Car rental is also available here. Many tourists prefer to explore nearby attractions on their own, and with a rented vehicle this is cheaper.
There are many places on the island that you must definitely see. It is on Crete that the cave where Zeus was born is located. Here you can see the Palace of Knossos, the ruins of ancient cities. Many tourists remember the famous “Cretan night” with dancing and wine tasting, as well as a trip to the confluence of the three seas - Cretan, Ionian and Libyan. You can buy sightseeing tours at the bureau located in the lobby of the Solimar Dias Hotel 4 *.
Reviews
Those who have already visited Crete, in particular, in this hotel, for the most part were satisfied with their stay. Judging by the reviews, the Russians liked the hotel rooms, as well as the food. Our compatriots, who shared their impressions, say that the furniture and plumbing were new, the cleaning staff carried out "in good faith." The only drawbacks, according to some vacationers, is the small area of the rooms, as well as the fact that the air conditioning in the room was noisy.
With regard to location and service, no one complained about these issues. Our compatriots rate nutrition on a solid "five", although there are those who believe that there were not enough meat dishes. Most tourists recommend this hotel, considering it good enough not only for couples, but also for young people.