"Had a wonderful time at Sandika Apartments in Koutouloufari! What a fantastic find! Clean, excellent facilities, easy communication, almost felt like we had our own pool as it was always quiet and easy to get a sunbed! Perfect location in such a beautiful village with lots of bars and excellent restaurants on our doorstep. Highly recommend! "
"Had a wonderful time at Sandika Apartments in Koutouloufari! What a fantastic find! Clean, excellent facilities, easy communication, almost felt like we had our own pool as it was always quiet and easy to get a sunbed! Perfect location in such a beautiful village with lots of bars and excellent restaurants on our doorstep. Highly recommend! "
"We had a terrible experience. This property is not managed 24h. The owner comes by only when it's needed. Their check-in time is 4 pm and the owner told us the reception closes at 4:30 pm which gave us 30 min window to check-in. We had to rush to get the keys. She told us she would leave her contact information and useful links for the property to our phone and email but we never received it. She said she lives 15 min away and will come by when it's needed. We mentioned that we will have to...
"We had a terrible experience. This property is not managed 24h. The owner comes by only when it's needed. Their check-in time is 4 pm and the owner told us the reception closes at 4:30 pm which gave us 30 min window to check-in. We had to rush to get the keys. She told us she would leave her contact information and useful links for the property to our phone and email but we never received it. She said she lives 15 min away and will come by when it's needed. We mentioned that we will have to...
"Great unit very clean and quite large
Location was great very quiet and private the host and employees for a very helpful and very accommodating large kitchen/laundry
Great value
Great location
Great host and very helpful
Attention to detail"
"Great unit very clean and quite large
Location was great very quiet and private the host and employees for a very helpful and very accommodating large kitchen/laundry
Great value
Great location
Great host and very helpful
Attention to detail"
"We had a fantastic stay at this property! The location was perfect—right in the heart of Old Town, surrounded by great restaurants and cafés, and just a short walk to the main strip. It’s close enough to enjoy all the fun, but far enough to escape the loud music at night, which was a huge plus.
The apartment itself was spotless and had everything we needed. It was spacious, comfortable, and even had direct USB ports for charging our phones—super convenient!
A special shoutout to “Yaya”...
"We had a fantastic stay at this property! The location was perfect—right in the heart of Old Town, surrounded by great restaurants and cafés, and just a short walk to the main strip. It’s close enough to enjoy all the fun, but far enough to escape the loud music at night, which was a huge plus.
The apartment itself was spotless and had everything we needed. It was spacious, comfortable, and even had direct USB ports for charging our phones—super convenient!
A special shoutout to “Yaya”...
"A lot of ants inside the room. We needed to pay for the air conditioning 8€ per day which is not in the description. We stayed 3 days and the day after we asked for towels change then they said they change towels every 2 days. After 2 days we asked for new towels then I had to hear that i got only 1 day left before check out and they don’t charge towels when we got only 1 day left. Really weird rules. "
"A lot of ants inside the room. We needed to pay for the air conditioning 8€ per day which is not in the description. We stayed 3 days and the day after we asked for towels change then they said they change towels every 2 days. After 2 days we asked for new towels then I had to hear that i got only 1 day left before check out and they don’t charge towels when we got only 1 day left. Really weird rules. "
"It was a nice place to spend the night before catching a flight early the next morning. The host even helped to book a driver to take us to the airport. We had a lovely dinner just down the street within walking distance. The area was crowded with tourists though and many loud cars seemed to be zooming around the area."
"It was a nice place to spend the night before catching a flight early the next morning. The host even helped to book a driver to take us to the airport. We had a lovely dinner just down the street within walking distance. The area was crowded with tourists though and many loud cars seemed to be zooming around the area."
"Very nice clean property while staying at Heraklion, staff was always very helpful especially with parking, great location close to port and not too far from airport. Property was conveniently located near lots of places to eat and walking distance to ocean to watch amazing sunsets."
"Very nice clean property while staying at Heraklion, staff was always very helpful especially with parking, great location close to port and not too far from airport. Property was conveniently located near lots of places to eat and walking distance to ocean to watch amazing sunsets."
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
"Really nice place to go and relax – was a bit caught out by the number of young families there (09.07.26-16.07.26), not really an issue (and we've had a family so know what it is like), but was hoping for a little more quiet, particularly regarding the family above our room!! We'll deffo go back, but 2 or 3 weeks earlier to hopefully avoid the families.
Restaurants were excellent, the food was very very good (particularly Mouries) especially when compared to a restaurant in Malia Old Town – and very competitive when you take into account you need a taxi in and out of Malia old town.
All restaurant staff were very attentive and liked to chat, so relaxed and very friendly.
We had a swim up bungalow, worth the extra for that, you get a really nice private space for relaxing after a hard day on the beach!
The beach was clean and kept very tidy (in fact, it wont a Blue Flag award while we were there). The sea was amazingly warm, probably one of the warmest seas I've been in on all my travels. The beach guy and the Beach Shack staff worked really hard and nothing was too much trouble for them – drinks were served very quickly, even at the furthest part of the beach from the bar.
Overall, very nice place to go and relax."
"This was a nice hotel and reasonably priced. I stayed here for four days with my 14 year old son. We travelled over from Ireland. It had a 24 hour reception and the staff were very friendly and helpful. There is also 24 hour access to a computer and printer. And it also has a bar. They make food sometimes. I tried twice but they weren't making food when I asked. Though you can get food delivered to the hotel with E Food app. The pool isn't that big, but it's still nice. You can only get into the pool from 10am until 7pm. They seem strict on the 10am part, but we stayed in after 7pm without any problems. My main issue was the breakfast isn't that great in my opinion. It could also do with more fruit. It's quite close to Heraklion airport and you do hear a lot of planes and you can actually see them overhead from the pool. I actually read this before I booked our trip. The planes do get less frequent as the night comes. Tbh, it didn't affect our sleep and I would still stay here again if I ever go back."
"The stay was very comfortable and the staff were incredibly helpful with where to eat and visit. In fact all staff, whether it was the staff serving breakfast or cleaners were very attentive to our needs. We were well looked after and it’s in a beautiful spot in Elounda."
"I had an excellent time at Aquila Atlantis. The staff was helpful, the pool area was well maintained and gives an exceptional view of Heraklion, and the room was spacious and clean. Moreover, the breakfast selection was very good. "
"Very nice 5 star historical building. Fully updated with the latest amenities. Staff was amazing. Super friendly and helpful. Rooms were very spacious with all the amenities you could need. Remote controls for the 2 tv’s need new batteries. Pool area is very nice. 8/10 would highly recommend this place.
Thanks for having us !"
"Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Lovely food, great amenities and the staff couldn’t do enough for you.
The vibe is relaxed and it feels like there is a good amount of space so nowhere feels too crowded. We were there just as a couple but there were lots of families and children there but not to the point where it was disruptive if you’re just trying to have a relaxing time.
Would definitely go back."
"Nice hotel, decent location close to local bus station and harbor. Wifi in our room had a poor connection. Elevators a little small, fridge in our room had a weird smell and safe was already locked (only stayed one night so didn't bother). Breakfast buffet was very good and staff very friendly and helpful. Herb garden restaurant on the 4th floor was excellent, nice view and great food."
What's it like to stay at an apartment in Koutouloufari?
There are 11 apartments to choose from in Koutouloufari for your trip. Why not relish this quaint area's top-notch restaurants? Visit some favorite sights in the larger region like Heraklion Port and Stalis Beach.
How do you know if an apartment is a good option for your stay?
Often offering more space than a traditional hotel room, an apartment comes with a kitchen, so you can cook some of your meals. Apartments are ideal for families who want the conveniences of home, and also for couples who want to stay away from the tourist areas.
What's the best apartment for my stay in Koutouloufari?
Here are some of the favorite apartments in the area to choose from: Marble Luxury Suites: Located in Heraklion, 11.8 mi/19.1 km from the heart of Koutouloufari. Includes free WiFi and Smart TVs. Free parking and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Pavo Art Hotel: Located 15.5 mi/24.9 km away in Heraklion. Free WiFi, separate dining areas, and Smart TVs are included. Access to onsite laundry facilities is available on site. LAVRIS City Suites: Located in Heraklion, 14.4 mi/23.2 km away. Includes free WiFi and Smart TVs. Access to free parking is available on site. Heraklion Old Port Apartments: 14.9 mi/24 km away in Heraklion. Amenities include free WiFi. Alcyone Studios and Apartments: Located in Heraklion, 15.5 mi/24.9 km from Koutouloufari. Includes free WiFi and Smart TVs. Onsite laundry facilities and concierge services are on site.
How many apartments will I be able to find in Koutouloufari?
Expedia has 11 apartments to book in Koutouloufari.
What can I expect from the weather during my trip to Koutouloufari?
Though weather is just one factor, it can really affect your travel plans, especially if you're planning an extended stay in Koutouloufari. The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 55°F. Average annual precipitation for Koutouloufari is 14 inches.
What are the must-see places to visit in Koutouloufari?
Koutouloufari is a culturally rich area well regarded for its restaurants. Explore the area and family-friendly sights such as Star Beach Water Park, or get out into nature at a spot like Stalis Beach. In the larger area, you'll find Heraklion Port and Aquaworld Aquarium.
What's the best way to get to and around Koutouloufari?
Knowing a bit about the transportation options can save you time when you get to your destination. Fly into Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER), which is located 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.