About Crete
Crete is the largest Greek island. It covers 8336 square kilometers and has a coastline of 1100 kilometers. It is considered as one of the most prosperous regions of Greece. Its geographical location, mild Mediterranean climate, diverse natural beauty and unique cultural and historical treasures have favoured its development.
The island enjoys one of the best subtropical Mediterranean climates with over 300 days and more than 3000 hours of
sunshine annually. A mild rainy season is mostly confined to the period between November and March.
Knossos Beach Bungalows & Suites is privileged location, offers guests direct access to some of Crete’s major points of interest:
- The International Exhibition Center of Crete (DEKK) is located just 4km east of the hotel, offering the best possible accommodation for a wide selection of events. Its modern infrastructures are ideal for organizing presentations, show rooms, fashion shows, movie settings, music concerts or other events. As conference facilities they are guaranteeing maximum flexibility and usage.
- Knossos Minoan Palace & Archaeological Museum
Home of the Minoan civilization (2000bc), ancient Cretan culture represents a significant stage in the development of the Aegean civilization. The world famous Minoan Palace of Knossos and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, one of the richest museums in Greece are at close proximity to the resort (12km). - Boutari Vinery
Fantaxometocho estate is surrounded by 70 acres of vineyards on the road towards the village of Myrtia, birthplace of the famous Greek writer Kazantzakis. Via guided tours, you have the opportunity to experience the special delights of wine: the art of wine-tasting, "vertical" wine-tasting; and finally to enjoy the wines alongside those dishes and flavors which traditionally complement them in our specially- constructed reception hall. - Agarathos Monastery
This men's convent, dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin, is one of the oldest monasteries in Crete. Manuscripts in the British Museum, dated 1559, provide evidence that it had an important library. - Ηeraklion Town
The capital of Crete, Heraklion town (12km away) apart from its numerous Archaeological & Venetian sites, it is the major shopping district of the island. Moreover, it is famous for its night life offering a variety of restaurants and bars for all tastes. - Village of Kokkini Hani
Located 500m from the hotel premises, the village offers traditional Greek taverns with sea view and shopping area. - Village of Trapsano
Try or just marvel the Cretan traditional pottery at Thrapsano Village dated back to Minoan time (3000BC).
