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Eliathos Hillside Retreat

Family-friendly hotel with a winery and free breakfast

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Eliathos Residence Houses, in the historic district, offers a modern retreat with a winery and rooftop terrace. Relax at the poolside bar or rent bikes to explore. Enjoy high-speed WiFi, a coffee shop for quick treats, and a peaceful garden.

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry

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Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
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Air conditioning
  • 108 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Separate sitting area
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Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Garden Level Hideaway | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Garden Level Hideaway

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Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • 102 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Maisonette

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Archanes-Asterousia, Eliathos Hillside Retreat is in the historical district and near a boardwalk/promenade. Nikos Kazantzakis Museum and Manos Hatzidakis Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Palace of Knossos and Shrine at Anemospilia. Traveling with kids? Consider Natural History Museum of Crete, or check out an event or a game at Freedom National Stadium. Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and ecotours, or hop on a bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer.
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70100, Crete Island, Archanes-Asterousia, Eliathos Residence Houses

What's nearby

  • Palace of Knossos - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Knossos Archaeological Site - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 18 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Heraklion Town Hall - 19 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Heraklion Port - 19 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Αρμενάκης (Armenakis Greek & Cretan Restaurant) - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Spitiko - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Κρητικός Φούρνος - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Agora - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪παλίκαρος - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Eliathos Hillside Retreat

Family-friendly hotel in the historical district, remodeled in 2023
Consider a stay at Eliathos Hillside Retreat and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, an attached winery, and a poolside bar. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, supervised childcare (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, multilingual staff, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as fireplaces and pillow menus, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • 2 bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Private yards, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Winery

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Renovated entire property - March 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 12 and March 23.

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 30 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from March 23 to November 12
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Property is also known as

Eliathos Residence Houses Aparthotel
Eliathos Residence Houses Aparthotel Archanes-Asterousia
Eliathos Residence Houses Archanes-Asterousia
iathos Resince Houses
Eliathos Hillside Retreat
Eliathos Residence Houses
Eliathos Hillside Retreat Hotel
Eliathos Residence Houses by Checkin
Eliathos Hillside Retreat Archanes-Asterousia
Eliathos Hillside Retreat Hotel Archanes-Asterousia

Frequently asked questions

Does Eliathos Hillside Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Eliathos Hillside Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Eliathos Hillside Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Eliathos Hillside Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Eliathos Hillside Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 30 per vehicle applies.

Where is Eliathos Hillside Retreat located?

This family-friendly Archanes-Asterousia hotel is located in the historical district, within 3 mi (5 km) of Titakis Winery, Boutari and Lyrarakis. Nikos Kazantzakis Museum and Shrine at Anemospilia are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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