Small quality hotel in Agios Nikolaos...St. Nicolas Bay Hotel

If it is to be a special hotel, we say it should have some atmosphere, character and style - St. Nicolas Bay achieves all of this together with very high standards of service, location and design. The flavour of Crete with much natural stone, contrasting with with white walls and numerous magical "areas" to lounge, read, whisper, cuddle or relax. Indoor heated pool, delightful natural outdoor pool area. Lounge chairs on natural rock platforms hover at sea's edge from which you step onto the small sandy private beach.
Dining choices for both cuisine and style, position, location and mood are enough to satisfy the moment, the wish - your desire fulfilled we think.

St Nicolas Bay Hotel - full details

AGIOS NIKOLAOS: The marina (the only international-standard marina in Crete) and the port, the "lake", all hang from or sit beneath the hills that form the town that once was called Lato Kamara, Voulismeni and at another time Mandraki. Like many in Crete, it had its periods of Venetian and Turkish dominion. The church of Agios Nikolaos has given the multi-faceted town its current name. The famously deep "lake" is a natural congregating point for waterfront cafes and eating places. Shops cover a range of styles, interesting items can be found on sale in the town centre. Cafes cater for tastes from regular nightlife to a literary bent. Nearby attractions include Spinalonga, Kritsa village and Katharos plateau - and the wonderfully scenic "corniche" coastal route to Sitia. Good beaches within the town and on the east coast. A new stretch of road means this is just one hour from Heraklion airport.
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Special, unique hotel with private sandy beach, gastronomic treats...Istron Bay Hotel     

If you deserve a treat, or someone you know does - this could be the place. Hidden in a beautiful bay with wonderful beach, many-flowered gardens, choice of restaurants, cafe and bar areas. The hotel clings to the hillside, cascading down to the sea. Special getaway, this is. 

Istron Bay Hotel - full details

ISTRON BAY: The village of Istro, a few minutes drive east of Agios Nikolaos, has good beaches. Several small hotels and apartments. It also boasts two internet cafes! One kilometre to the east, along the start of one of the most dramatic stretches of coastal road in Crete, is Istron Bay. The bay is the hotel if you like. Great setting. Visit Kritsa and drive up to the Katharos plateau (a couple of tavernas and a kafeneio await!). Read our >>Agios Nikolaos feature<<  

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Chania Venetian harbour, comfort & romantic views...Porto Veneziano Hotel

A great compliment to the Best Western collection of hotels. Superbly run, comfortable hotel, with attractive bar and cafe, many harbour view rooms. A plush base while exploring Chania's history and delights.

Porto Veneziano Hotel - full details

CHANIA: Host to the beautiful Venetian harbour with its waterfront tavernas, numerous good restaurants, unique accommodation in restored and modern buildings, intriguing narrow shopping streets. Nearby beach, resort and water park areas heading west. The Lefka Ori mountains explorable from here, along with many intriguing villages. Good shopping opportunities for handicrafts, clothes and more. Small - more easily digested museums! Read our >>Chania feature<<

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