Areti Aparthotel

Hotels
8.4 (391 reviews)
Aptera, Megala Khorafia , Áptera , gr

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Beautiful pool
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room needs refurbishment
Maintenance could be better

Categories

Cleanliness
7.61
Some cleanliness issues reported, especially regarding the shower.
Service
9.08
Staff received praise for being friendly and helpful.
Location
9.12
Location highlighted as beautiful and nice views.
Room Quality
7.57
Rooms were clean but some needed refurbishment.
Amenities
8.1
Amenities such as the pool were pleasant, though some maintenance needed.
Value for Money
9.06
Great value for the price paid, as highlighted in multiple reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.61
Breakfast was nice and offered at a fair price.
Overall Experience
8.08
Mixed experiences overall, with some significant concerns affecting the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-13 15:26

Property Description

Picturesque Location and Stunning Views

Areti aparthotel is nestled in the charming village of Megala Chorafia, offering breathtaking views of the White Mountains and the sea of Souda Bay. Surrounded by flowers, vineyards, and olive trees, the tranquil environment sets the perfect backdrop for a relaxing getaway.

Traditional Style and Authentic Experience

Built from stone in a traditional Cretan style, Areti Aparthotel provides a unique and authentic experience. The accommodation boasts traditional furniture and decorations, while each apartment features a balcony or veranda with sea views, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the local culture.

Relaxation and Culinary Delights

Guests can unwind by the large freshwater pool with a poolside bar, enjoying a refreshing drink amidst the serene surroundings. The daily breakfast buffet, made from fresh produce sourced from the property's garden, offers a taste of local flavors. Nearby taverns serve up traditional cuisine and a wide selection of local wines for a complete Cretan experience.

Experience the charm of Areti aparthotel and book your stay for an unforgettable getaway in Crete.

Important information:

Please note that the swimming pool is open from May onwards.

Kindly note that a shared washing machine is provided.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:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 15 years old stay for € 15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 16 years old to 17 years old stay for € 18 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for € 10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 16 years old and over stay for € 15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 391 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.61
Service: 9.08
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 7.57
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 9.06
Food and Beverage: 8.61
Overall Experience: 8.08
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Alistair couple gb
8
2025-11-20 via Nuitee
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Rebecca Swann solo_traveller gb
1
Not recommended
Pros:

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Cons:

We stayed in this accommodation for 2 nights as part of a week's trip. It is in a nice, isolated location but we had a bad experience whilst there - a side of the shower screen exploded with glass everywhere. The cavalier manner of the person in charge there and their handling of the matter was awful and not appropriate for paying guests. I therefore would not trust them if anything were to go wrong whilst staying there. Their attitude ruined our stay for us. We moved hotel and did not stay for the last 2 nights

2025-11-09 via Nuitee
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Erez couple il
9
Pros:

The location is very nice, with a wonderful view of Souda bay. The owner and the staff were super friendly and helping. The apartment, though we order the smaller size, was spacious enough for a couple. The balcony was useful, pointing to the bay, and equipped with a handy laundry rack. The swimming pool was clean and beautiful. Breakfast was nice and for a fair price.

Cons:

Maintenance could be better (especially the shower stall).
The place is suitable for car users, but if you don't rent a car it will be hard to manage.
The pool is opened at 12:00 - actually it is open 24hr but swimming is permitted only after 12:00, I don't understand why, and I didn't bother to ask since anyway I was busy during the morning.

2025-10-24 via Nuitee
F
Filip couple be
10
2025-10-21 via Nuitee
C
Christelle family_with_children fr
7
Pros:

La vue
La piscine
La bâtisse

Top pour une halte

2025-10-20 via Nuitee
C
Cassonnet family_with_children fr
8
Pros:

L'établissement est très bien entretenu avec une très belle et grande piscine. Nous avons apprécié l'environnement dans la montagne.

Cons:

La salle de bain mériterait une rénovation. La chasse d'eau des toilettes ne fonctionnait pas.

2025-10-16 via Nuitee
J
Joel couple fr
6
Séjour agréable.
Pros:

Piscine agréable.

Cons:

Matériel et "ustensiles" de cuisine d'un autre âge.

2025-10-15 via Nuitee
G
Gert couple de
6
Cons:

Die Matrazen waren zu hart.

2025-10-14 via Nuitee
L
Laurence couple fr
10
Pros:

L'emplacement
Les exterieurs
La gentillesse du personnel

Cons:

Nous avons trouvé étrange qu'il n'y ait pas d'alese sur le lit..

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
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Tristan couple fr
10
Super hôtel pour un rapport qualité prix incroyable ! Vous êtes loins de rien en voiture bien évidement ! La piscine est
Pros:

Nous avons tout aimé !

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
K
K family_with_children us
10
2025-10-02 via Nuitee
L
Lars couple se
5
Utsidan av hotellet var vacker och fin pool (men kall), men insidan behöver renoveras.
Pros:

Utsikten från balkongen. Vackra omgivningar. Trevlig bar.

Cons:

Rummet var omodernt och tråkigt. Duschen var riktigt liten och snuskig.

2025-09-30 via Nuitee
G
George family_with_children gr
7
2025-09-28 via Nuitee
F
Floor couple nl
4
Waardeloos
Cons:

In de advertentie stond rolstoelvriendelijk. Dit was beslist niet het geval met mijn kamer. 🥲

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
J
JarkkiS couple fi
9
2025-09-20 via Nuitee
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Sergiy family_with_children pl
8
2025-09-18 via Nuitee
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Emiliano solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Clean and great location. Immersed in the nature but 5mins drive from the sea.
The room was cleaned every day and the all property was very nice with a big pool

Cons:

The kitchen and the fridge were just the bear minimum to be able to prepare some food. Also the available plates were a bit limited but the staff was very helpful and provided extra things upon request.

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
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Angela couple gb
7
Lovely views, lovely staff and great location for peace and quiet
Pros:

Perfect views, easy to find with good directions provided, lovely staff. The pool is lovely.

Cons:

Our room was in need of a refurb but spotlessly clean. The shower was over the bath and needed to be held as too low on the wall to stand under and the air con unit is in need of replacing as didn’t work properly but for the price and for a 2 night stay the room met our needs.

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
C
Chéron family_with_children fr
8
2025-09-13 via Nuitee
D
Demi couple nl
7
Prima hotel
Pros:

Het hotel ziet er fantastisch uit. Mooi zwembad waar je lekker kunt afkoelen en een buitenbar waar je drinken en eten kunt bestellen. De locatie is ook perfect. Wij wilden graag de Samaria kloof wandelen en dat is ongeveer 1 uur en 10 min rijden. Ook is het dichtbij Chania. Het ligt echter lekker rustig in de bergen, dus een fijne uitvalsbasis. Uitzicht is ook erg mooi.

Cons:

De kamers zijn best oke, maar wel aan een upgrade toe. De airco is twee keer uitgevallen, waarvan de eerste keer gerepareerd omdat het direct na aankomst gebeurde, de tweede keer helaas 's avonds laat. Gelukkig had het hotel ons wel al voor de zekerheid een ventilator gegeven zodat we alsnog wat verkoeling hadden. De douche duurt wat lang voordat hij warm wordt en je kunt de douchekop niet ophangen. Al met al is het een prima kamer, maar er kunnen wat elementen verbeterd worden om het wat comfortabeler te maken.

2025-09-12 via Nuitee