10/10 Excellent
Shelley
Travelled with family
12 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Areti Suites was very nice. The staff were welcoming and spoke English, which helped. The property itself feels like a Greek villa with whitewashed walls, red-tiled roofs, wide balconies, and terraces that open to the countryside. It is not overly modern or fancy, but it is clean, stylish, and true to the local architecture. The gardens and patio areas give it a peaceful, open feel, more like a home than a hotel. The photos online do not really show how charming it is in person.
Before arriving, I did not receive any confirmation or clear communication from the hotel, which made me a little nervous since I have had issues with Expedia reservations in the past. Once we got there, everything went smoothly.
The suite was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was a highlight, with a buffet of Greek cuisine and plenty of options, plus outdoor seating to enjoy the morning air. At night we left the windows open and heard the everyday neighborhood sounds of dogs, roosters, and people, which I really enjoyed.
For travelers: rooms have a mini fridge but no microwave or way to heat food. Also, the power shuts off when you take your key card, which means the fridge turns off too. If you bring food, keep that in mind.
Overall, a peaceful stay with friendly staff, good breakfast, and a property that shows the charm of Crete.
Shelley
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025