Title: Vainia Travel Guide: Best of Vainia, Ierapetra Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Vainia](https://expedia.co.uk/Vainia-Hotels.d3000702685.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Vainia](https://expedia.co.uk/Vainia-Holiday-Rentals.d3000702685.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Vainia Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Vainia.d3000702685.Car-Hire-Guide)[Vainia Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Vainia.d3000702685.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Vainia Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ## Visit Vainia Things to do - Top hotels in Vainia - Top Holiday Rentals in Vainia ![Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1046400/1046315/8dec13a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass Elounda Agios Nikolaos Crete Island Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Agios Nikolaos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Alykes of Elounda and Hiona Beach ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (56 reviews) Good choice but not Great Hotel staff was very nice. The property is very pretty and the rooms are nice. Beautiful view of the sea and Spinalonga. The position of our room and pool on the balcony only afforded us direct sun for a few hours a day. So if you'd like to spend time in the sun using your pool, I would communicate ... Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=1046315&PinnedHotelID=1046315&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000702685) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=1046315&PinnedHotelID=1046315&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000702685) ![Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2500000/2497900/2497819/56433f74_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection Tsifliki Agios Nikolaos Crete Island Stay at this luxury hotel in Agios Nikolaos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Spinalonga and Spinalonga Castle are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (188 reviews) Should have automatic access to sauna and spa given it’s a spa hotel only access is if you have a treatment for 30 mins and if over they charge you on top of having already paid for a premium treatment Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=2497819&PinnedHotelID=2497819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000702685) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=2497819&PinnedHotelID=2497819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000702685) ![NIKO Seaside Resort MGallery - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71990000/71986900/71986802/05a04afb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### NIKO Seaside Resort MGallery - Adults Only Akti Koundourou 20 Agios Nikolaos Crete Stay at this luxury hotel in Agios Nikolaos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (63 reviews) Stayed at NIKO for a long weekend in mid October - we had the BEST weather (sunny and warm but not too hot) and really enjoyed our time there. The views are just stunning (definitely recommend sea-view rooms). Great service and attention to detail. Breakfast buffet is excellent and all hotel staff ... Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=71986802&PinnedHotelID=71986802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000702685) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=71986802&PinnedHotelID=71986802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000702685) [See all 1,442 properties in Vainia](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=3000702685) 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. ![Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1046400/1046315/8dec13a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass Elounda Agios Nikolaos Crete Island Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Agios Nikolaos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Alykes of Elounda and Hiona Beach ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (56 reviews) Good choice but not Great Hotel staff was very nice. The property is very pretty and the rooms are nice. Beautiful view of the sea and Spinalonga. The position of our room and pool on the balcony only afforded us direct sun for a few hours a day. So if you'd like to spend time in the sun using your pool, I would communicate ... Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Agios-Nikolaos-Hotels-Elounda-Gulf-Villas.h1046315.Hotel-Information) ![Candia Park Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/583400/583319/1b68aebd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Candia Park Village Agios Nikolaos Agios Nikolaos Crete Island Stay at this beach aparthotel in Agios Nikolaos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Ammoúdi and Agios Nikolaos Archaeological ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (135 reviews) Amazing hotel for families, a lot of activities, super friendly, clean, beautiful - overall 10/10! Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Agios-Nikolaos-Hotels-Candia-Park-Village.h583319.Hotel-Information) ![Luxury villa,heating pool superior facilities ideal for families, free transfer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33598500/33598443/e0fa318a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luxury villa,heating pool superior facilities ideal for families, free transfer Achlia Crete Stay at this golf villa in Ierapetra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Agia Fotia Beach and Livadi Beach are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews) A fantastic stay from start to finish. Everything was as expected. Clean, private and everything we spoke about and requested throughout the stay was done. I would 100% recommend and would love to come back and visit one day. Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ierapetra-Hotels-Luxury-Villa.h33598443.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Vainia](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000702685&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Vainia hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000702685&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000702685&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000702685&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000702685&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000702685&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000702685&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Waterfall of Milona Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Waterfall of Milona during your travels in Ierapetra. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waterfall-Of-Milona-Ierapetra.d553248621591002860.Attraction) #### Ierapetra Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ierapetra Beach during your trip to Old Quarter? Take in the museums while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ierapetra-Beach-Ierapetra.d716063624032739328.Attraction) #### Gournia Archaeological Site 4/5(6 reviews) Find out about the history of Ierapetra when you spend time at Gournia Archaeological Site. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gournia-Archaeological-Site-Crete.d6062079.Attraction) #### Ierapetra Venetian Fort 4/5(6 reviews) Find out about the history of Old Quarter when you take a trip to Ierapetra Venetian Fort. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ierapetra-Venetian-Fort-Ierapetra.d6062103.Attraction) #### Sasteria Observatory Enjoy an outing to Sasteria Observatory during your stay in Ierapetra. Wander the beaches and waterfront in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sasteria-Observatory-Ierapetra.d6321723.Attraction) #### Tholos Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tholos Beach during your trip to Ierapetra? Discover the mountain views and temples in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tholos-Beach-Ierapetra.d553248635997384804.Attraction) ### Things to do ![ Historical Crete: Self-Guided Drive from Malia to Agios Nikolaos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48967371/57655421-db2b-4664-968a-c7392bb525be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historical Crete: Self-Guided Drive from Malia to Agios Nikolaos £11 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historical-crete-self-guided-drive-from-malia-to-agios-nikolaos.a48967371.activity-details) ![4-Hour Private Boat Rental Without Skipper at Agios Nikolaos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5144444/10a88840-560d-4507-b48d-e418e1cf8292.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 4-Hour Private Boat Rental Without Skipper at Agios Nikolaos £234 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-hour-private-boat-rental-without-skipper-at-agios-nikolaos.a5144444.activity-details) ![Crete: Raku Pottery Experience with Master Potter in Myrsini](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49089147/bd98eab0-cdc4-4c31-af49-ea428399bb32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crete: Raku Pottery Experience with Master Potter in Myrsini £87 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/crete-raku-pottery-experience-with-master-potter-in-myrsini.a49089147.activity-details) ![Prv-Cultural & Roadtrip Tour in Local Villages at Agios Nikolaos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48967276/9c20a964-8049-4182-900e-54ff5cbbcef6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cultural Tour in Remote Villages at Agios Nikolaos area £114 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cultural-tour-in-remote-villages-at-agios-nikolaos-area.a48967276.activity-details) ![2-hour Private Sunset Tour with Skipper in Agios Nikolaos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5170085/c4d245a6-a3b6-4691-83ce-9181dc449900.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2-hour Private Sunset Tour with Skipper in Agios Nikolaos £191 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-hour-private-sunset-tour-with-skipper-in-agios-nikolaos.a5170085.activity-details) ![Agios Nikolaos - Elounda 4 hour tour with Skipper](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5185421/c8a55c4e-a36e-4b08-9be9-e1e0c0e5fbc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Agios Nikolaos - Elounda 4 hour tour with Skipper £347 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/agios-nikolaos-elounda-4-hour-tour-with-skipper.a5185421.activity-details) [See all activities in Vainia](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Vainia.d3000702685.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Vainia ![Ierapetra, the most southern town of Europe, Crete, Greece; Shutterstock ID 120224407](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182094/73ec1056-2b5e-45cf-b3d9-bd1d6b016a6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ierapetra - Cities near Vainia - Places of interest [Ierapetra](https://expedia.co.uk/Ierapetra.dx182094) - [Plaka Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaka-Beach-Crete.d553248627542629484.Attraction) - [Voulisma Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Voulisma-Beach-Agios-Nikolaos.d6322343.Attraction) - [Spinalonga ](https://expedia.co.uk/Spinalonga-Agios-Nikolaos.d553248635974651095.Attraction) - [Port of Agios Nikolaos ](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Of-Agios-Nikolaos-Agios-Nikolaos.d6277495.Attraction) - [Istro Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Istro-Beach-Agios-Nikolaos.d6322294.Attraction) - [Lake Voulismeni ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Voulismeni-Agios-Nikolaos.d6062121.Attraction) - [Elounda Windmills ](https://expedia.co.uk/Elounda-Windmills-Agios-Nikolaos.d553248635976705920.Attraction) - [Pachia Ammos Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pachia-Ammos-Beach-Crete.d6322773.Attraction) - [Waterfall of Milona ](https://expedia.co.uk/Waterfall-Of-Milona-Ierapetra.d553248621591002860.Attraction) - [Spinalonga Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Spinalonga-Castle-Agios-Nikolaos.d6062179.Attraction) - [Ierapetra Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ierapetra-Beach-Ierapetra.d716063624032739328.Attraction) - [Lagoufa Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lagoufa-Beach-Crete.d553248621584289409.Attraction) - [Sidonia Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sidonia-Beach-Crete.d6292719.Attraction) - [Christian Basilica Poros Elounda ](https://expedia.co.uk/Christian-Basilica-Poros-Elounda-Agios-Nikolaos.d553248635976866413.Attraction) - [Diaskari Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Diaskari-Beach-Crete.d553248621584289410.Attraction) - [Sasteria Observatory ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sasteria-Observatory-Ierapetra.d6321723.Attraction) - [Hiona Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiona-Beach-Agios-Nikolaos.d553248635977031239.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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