Charakas Travel Guide

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Traditional Cretan Houses

Traditional Cretan Houses

3 out of 5
47 Gianni Makraki Street Agios Myronas, Heraklion, Heraklion, Crete
The price is £47 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
£47
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star historic hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fireplace in reception. Popular attractions Agios Myronas Church ...
8/10 Very Good! (64 reviews)
"This house was so adorable! We were running extremely late do to a change in our flight but the owner stayed up to greet us. She showed us around the village and where the stores were. Even offered to check on us if we needed it. The house itself was cozy and well kept. We had the pleasure of having ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sep 2024

Traditional Cretan Houses
Manili Boutique Suites & Villas

Manili Boutique Suites & Villas

5 out of 5
Ano Archanes, Archanes-Asterousia
The price is £134 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
£134
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury guesthouse in Archanes-Asterousia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Palace of Knossos and Fourni ...
Manili Boutique Suites & Villas
Idi Hotel

Idi Hotel

2 out of 5
Zaros, Heraklion, Faistos, Crete
The price is £69 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£69
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Faistos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Hermitage of Agios Efthymios Nivritos and Lake Votomos ...
9/10 Wonderful! (71 reviews)
Excellent stay
"The IDI hotel is a great place to stay From breakfast to the restaurant and the accommodations. They are all top notch Thank you"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2024

Idi Hotel
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Private paradise with heated pool Peace, comfort. Goddess and large garden

Private paradise with heated pool Peace, comfort. Goddess and large garden

Kalochorafitis, Crete
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Faistos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions Museum of Cretan Ethnology and Agia Triada ...
Private paradise with heated pool Peace, comfort. Goddess and large garden
Inotropes Boutique Suites - Adults Only

Inotropes Boutique Suites - Adults Only

Ano Archanes, Crete, Archanes-Asterousia, Crete
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Archanes-Asterousia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Palace of Knossos ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
"Amazing property with amazing staff and owners."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Inotropes Boutique Suites - Adults Only
Escape everyday life away from the hustle and bustle ...

Escape everyday life away from the hustle and bustle ...

Keratokampos/Kastri, Crete
Stay at this chalet in Viannos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Keratokambos Beach and Sidonia Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
Very beautiful setting with tremendous sea view
"Very comfortable cottage with everything we needed in a beautiful setting. The switchbacks getting in and out were a bit daunting but we got used to them. Friendly hosts who gave good information on the area."

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2024

Escape everyday life away from the hustle and bustle ...
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Popular places to visit

Fourni

You can find out about the history of Archanes-Asterousia when you stop by Fourni. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Fourni

Vathypetro

Find out about the history of Archanes-Asterousia with a stop at Vathypetro. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Vathypetro

Minos-Miliarikis Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Minos-Miliarikis Winery during your travels to Áyiai Paraskiaí. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Minos-Miliarikis Winery

Nikos Kazantzakis Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Nikos Kazantzakis Museum in Archanes-Asterousia. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Nikos Kazantzakis Museum

Boutari

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Boutari during your travels to Nikos Kazantzakis. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Boutari

Folk Museum of Arhanes

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Folk Museum of Arhanes during your travels in Archanes-Asterousia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Folk Museum of Arhanes

Things to do

Cretan Cooking Class at Archanes Village with transfer & Lunch

Cretan Cooking Class at Archanes Village with transfer & Lunch

£77
per adult
Cretan Cooking Class at Archanes Village with transfer & Lunch
Fleur d'Huile, our premium extra virgin olive oil

Olive Oil Tasting Tour

£14
per adult
Olive Oil Tasting Tour
Cook with Locals | Cretan cooking Class at Archanes Village

Cook with Locals | Cretan cooking Class at Archanes Village

£68
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cook with Locals | Cretan cooking Class at Archanes Village
Tripitis Gorge Southern Crete TUESDAY SATURDAY

4x4 Safari tour Southern Crete Tripitis Gorge

£85
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
4x4 Safari tour Southern Crete Tripitis Gorge
Wine Tasting @ Paterianakis Domaine & Traditional Lunch at Archanes Village

Private Cretan Gastronomic experience Winery visit with Tastings & Cooking Class

£154
per adult
Private Cretan Gastronomic experience Winery visit with Tastings & Cooking Class
Heraklion Private Half-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Lyrarakis Winery

Heraklion Private Half-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Lyrarakis Winery

£198
per adult
Heraklion Private Half-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Lyrarakis Winery
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Cities near Charakas

Heraklion which includes a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture

Archanes-Asterousia