My partner and I have just returned from Stavros Crete staying for two weeks at the Paradice Hotel. Although the hotel was full it did not feel that way as we often had the pool area to ourselves. It is a quiet hotel situated near a beautiful beach and a few restaurants all serving wonderful traditional Cretan food. The hotel is decorated and furnished to a very high ‘boutique’ standard and kept spotlessly clean by Stella, the lovely Greek lady who will make time to stop and chat. Stella cleans the rooms daily, and changes linen and towels. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and with balconies where you can enjoy an evening drink. All rooms are equipped with a fridge so you can stock up on fruit, drinks etc from the nearby supermarket, rooms also have hairdryer, telephone and air con.
Breakfast is served when you get up, just stroll down to the pool area, help yourself to coffee and juice and breakfast will be freshly cooked and brought to you. We loved that each day the food was different from bacon and eggs, cheese, ham, toast, yogurt, honey, fruit etc. Again, each morning the pool area was quiet, the food cooked well and a great way to start the day.
The owners Vicky and Mathew and their three sons are fantastic hosts. We spent many evenings chatting to them in the reception area. They cannot do enough to make you feel welcome in their home. They will do anything to ensure you enjoy your holiday. They will advise on car rental, bus times, good restaurants, anything.