We wanted to visit Falasarna Beach on the very west coast and wanted somewhere nearby to stay so that we didn’t have to rush off. This place was just amazing. Our host Ioannis sent us messages to ask when we would arrive so he could have our room ready and sent me another to tell me they were done and ready for our arrival. He personally came to greet us when we arrived. There is free parking about 50m from the hotel too. This place is off the beaten track in the small village of Kalyviani, sitting in the mountains with a view across Kissamos bay and the mountains. I think it only has 5 deluxe rooms all with a balcony giving you that breathtaking view. The rooms were modern but done with a traditional touch, they were spacious, clean and the bed was large and super comfortable. Top this off with a modern bathroom with an excellent shower and throw in a free minibar, what is there not to like. Once you’re in to your room, the hotel doesn’t really have facilities until breakfast that I could see; with access to the rooms via staircase to the side of the main building. Ioannis is always on call but If you’re looking to be waited on hand and foot this is not for you. Breakfast the next morning was just incredible. A personalised full spread delivered to the table: Coffee/Tea & fresh juice Breads with cheese, salami, ham and fresh tomatoes Eggs to your liking with bacon freshly cooked Finished off with Greek yogurt, honey and fresh fruit The whole village is so quiet and centered around a single taverna which was simply beautiful. We had the most fantastic evening before sitting on our balcony listening to the sea and crickets. Good: Host Location/view Rooms Breakfast Not So Good: Nothing Our family really enjoyed our night here, Ioannis was a great host and his hotel was just the traditional place we were looking for. When we are in Crete again, we will be staying here again. It was just beautiful.
