CARPE DIEM HOTEL

Hotels
9.7 (114 reviews)
ΑΝΩ ΑΡΧΑΝΕΣ 1 Y , Archanes , gr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Clean and spacious rooms
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Parking can be challenging
Noise from the street in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
9.52
The rooms are very clean and comfortable as mentioned in multiple reviews.
Service
10
Guests praised the friendly and helpful service provided by the host Eleni.
Location
10
The hotel is located in a fabulous area, close to the main square, as per guest feedback.
Room Quality
9.52
Rooms are described as spacious and beautifully renovated.
Amenities
9.52
Amenities like warm pools and lovely breakfast are highlighted positively.
Value for Money
9.52
Several guests mentioned the hotel being worth the price due to its quality.
Food and Beverage
9.52
Breakfast is described as delicious and a highlights of the stay.
Overall Experience
10
Overall, guests found their stay exceedingly enjoyable and memorable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-13 08:48

Property Description

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated CARPE DIEM HOTEL provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The property has mountain and city views, and is 9.2 km from The Palace of Knossos. The aparthotel features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests.

Modern Amenities:
Enjoy air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, and more in our well-equipped units. Some rooms even feature fully equipped kitchens for added convenience.

Scenic Views:
Relax and take in the stunning mountain and city views from our terrace while sipping your morning coffee or evening cocktail.

Convenient Services:
Start your day right with a delicious vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free breakfast option. Plus, take advantage of our car rental service and paid airport shuttle for a hassle-free stay.

Book now at CARPE DIEM HOTEL for a memorable experience!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 12 and older are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.7
Based on 114 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.52
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.52
Amenities: 9.52
Value for Money: 9.52
Food and Beverage: 9.52
Overall Experience: 10
W
Werner family_with_children de
10
Pros:

Tolles, geschmackvoll renoviertes Hotel inmitten der wunderschönen Altstadt von Archanes. Dabei total ruhig gelegen, mit einer überaus freundlichen und aufmerksamen Besitzerin, besser geht nicht.

Cons:

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2026-02-09 via Nuitee
Θεοδωρα extended_group gr
10
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
A
Aikaterini Artemis couple de
10
Πολύ ευχαριστημένοι, ευχαριστούμε!
Pros:

Ολα πανέμορφα

Cons:

Δεν υπήρχε κάτι που να μην μας άρεσε!

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
H
Henriette couple de
10
Wer ein kleines, gemütliches Hotel mitten in der Stadt sucht ist hier genau richtig :)
Pros:

Das gesamte Team war super lieb und hilfsbereit.
Die Zimmer sind modern und sehr sauber.
Das Hotel liegt mitten in der Stadt und alles, was man braucht, ist fußläufig erreichbar.
Parkplätze sind um die Ecke auf einem kleinen öffentlichen Platz oder in den schmalen Gassen auch vorhanden.
Das Frühstück war auch sehr lecker und wird individuell zusammen gestellt.
Eleni (die Inhaberin) nimmt sich Zeit für ihre Gäste und hilft bei Fragen gerne weiter.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
D
DOMINIQUE couple fr
8
hôtel de charme en plein milieu du village d'Archanes
Pros:

accueil extraordinaire et en français par Elena, hôtel de charme en plein milieu du village d'Archanes, belle chambre confortable mais légèrement bruyante parfois car elle donne dans une toute petite rue, petit déjeuner très bien sur belle petite terrasse, hôtel situé à proximité du centre du village et des restos, et à 5 km du site de Knossos, 10 du centre de Héraklion

Cons:

toute petite piscine située au fond de l'accueil - pas envie de l'utiliser - Elena devrait l'enlever de ses photos et de son descriptif ; prix finalement un peu cher pour la prestation

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
E
Evelyne family_with_children fr
10
On y vient une fois et on a envie d’y revenir
Pros:

Plus qu’un hébergement, une belle rencontre avec Eleni et Andrea qui nous ont accueillis avec beaucoup de chaleur et d’humanité. Le Carpe Diem est situé dans le vieux village d’Archanes tellement authentique avec son coiffeur, son petit café tenu par la même famille depuis plusieurs générations, ses ruelles. Ne pas essayer de se garer devant le carpe Diem il y a une place juste à côté. On vous recommande le restaurant le Palikaros qui sert des poissons frais pêchés par le propriétaire
Le petit déjeuner est parfait , des produits locaux et de qualité
Chambres et literie très confortables
On recommande à 200%

Cons:

RIEN

2026-01-18 via Nuitee
Αχλαδιανακη couple gr
10
Pros:

Πεντακάθαρο και καλόγουστο!

2026-01-05 via Nuitee
N
Nash couple gb
10
2025-12-31 via Nuitee
D
Dimitris couple gr
10
2025-12-28 via Nuitee
Κωνσταντίνος couple gr
10
Pros:

Άνετο δωμάτιο, πεντακάθαρο μπάνιο.
Εξαιρετική τοποθεσία.
Ευχαριστούμε πολύ την Ελένη για την υποδοχή της.

2025-12-26 via Nuitee
Νικος couple gr
10
Pros:

Ένα τέλειο ανακαινισμένο αρχοντικό στο κέντρο των Αρχανών, μέσα στα πλακόστρωτα σοκάκια! Οι οικοδεσπότες άψογοι και ανταποκρίθηκαν σε ότι τους ζητήσαμε! Το δωμάτιο πολύ όμορφο, άνετο και πάνω απ'όλα πεντακάθαρο!

2025-12-14 via Nuitee
G
giorgosmaragkoudakis couple gr
10
Πολύ ευρύχωρο το δωμάτιο , ζεστό παρά το κρύο του καιρού, εξαιρετικά φιλική η ιδιοκτήτρια κα Ελένη.
Pros:

Eξαιρετικό

2025-12-04 via Nuitee
N
Nikos Val extended_group gr
10
2025-11-22 via Nuitee
S
Shilpi solo_traveller in
10
Highly recommend
Pros:

Beautifully maintained.. location is fabulous.. quaint and just the kind of place I would like to stay again and again

Cons:

It was off season so I was pretty much the only guest .. that has nothing to do with the place - it was fabulous ❤️

2025-11-21 via Nuitee
K
Kelvin couple gb
10
Superb.
Pros:

Beautifully renovated, traditional Spanish style.
Great host and staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-11-16 via Nuitee
V
Vasilis solo_traveller gr
10
2025-11-14 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer couple at
10
Beautiful house and a wonderful host. Everything was perfect. Thank you!
2025-11-09 via Nuitee
Απόστολος Ντιβανιδης couple gr
10
2025-11-09 via Nuitee
B
boogschutter112 couple de
9
Very good accomodation
Pros:

Very nice room, location and owner.

Cons:

All good

2025-11-05 via Nuitee
I
ilse couple be
10
Pros:

Vriendelijke ontvangst, super locatie, mooi bergdorpje, goed ontbijt , goede bedden

2025-11-03 via Nuitee