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Eliathos Hillside Retreat

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At Eliathos Hillside Retreat, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, an attached winery and a poolside bar. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is £111
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept

Room options

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Deluxe Loft | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Deluxe Loft

  • Mountain view
  • 613 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Superior Maisonette

  • Mountain view
  • 1195 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Maisonette | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Family Maisonette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1163 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Garden Level Hideaway

  • Mountain view
  • 1098 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Archanes-Asterousia, Eliathos Hillside Retreat is in the historical district and near a boardwalk. Palace of Knossos and Shrine at Anemospilia are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Dedalou Shopping Street and Heraklion Central Market. Travelling 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 for hire nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Visit our Archanes-Asterousia travel guide
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Eliathos Residence Houses, Archanes-Asterousia, Crete Island, 70100

What's nearby

  • An ancient temple with red columns and a stone base, set against a dramatic sunset sky.
    Palace of Knossos
    16 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Titakis Winery
    7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Lyrarakis
    9 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Boutari
    9 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Minos-Miliarikis Winery
    9 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Spitiko
    15 min walk
  • Cubees
    14 min drive
  • Οι γεύσεις της κυρά Kούλας
    10 min drive
  • Zelita
    15 min walk
  • Melba
    17 min drive

About this property

Eliathos Hillside Retreat

  • Family-friendly hotel in the historical district, remodelled 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 travellers may like the cycling at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a 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 sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
    • Express check-in, supervised childcare (surcharge) and a front desk safe
    • Coffee/tea in reception, multilingual staff and barbecues
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts, such as fireplaces and pillow menus, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Pillowtop mattresses and free cots/infant beds
    • 2 bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Private gardens, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

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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 transport

  • 24-hour return 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 cot
  • 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 lift
  • 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 cot
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 12 November and 23 March.

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 cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

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 all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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 to 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 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)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Eliathos Hillside Retreat have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Eliathos Hillside Retreat?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Eliathos Hillside Retreat on 3 Sept 2026 start from £111, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout 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, Lyrarakis and Boutari. Nikos Kazantzakis Museum and Shrine at Anemospilia are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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