Nearby
WHATS NEARBY
In just three sentences. 3 minutes walk to the beach. 5 minutes walk to restaurants and shops. 15 minutes drive to the city center.
Where we are
Our apartments are located in the west side of Ammoudara. A 5km stretch of a magnificent beach, west of Heraklion city. Just a few kilometres from the historic center Ammoudara combines the seaside experience with many beach restaurants, beach bards and cafes, countless sunbeds and a cold fresh water river flowing right in the sea. Paired with an authentic Cretan cuisine, the sun-drenched days, the crystal-clear waters, the sea breezes and the vibrant evenings combined with our heartfelt hospitality your stay will be immersed in a true Greek experience, the best Crete has to offer.
Combined with the authentic cretan cuisine, the warm weather, the salty sea, the lively nights and with our warm hospitality you ll enjoy the best Crete has to offer for an unforgettable holiday.
Favorite places.
Eight spots we tell our guest not to miss when visiting. Let us know if you need more specific recommendations.
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10 km
The Minoan Palace of Knossos
is the largest and most significant Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete. Widely recognized as Europe’s oldest city, it served as the monumental capital, religious center, and political heart of the advanced Minoan civilization between 2000 and 1350 BC.
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300m
Amoudara Beach
is a vast, fine-sand coastline stretching approximately 7 kilometers along the northern coast of Crete, located directly west of Heraklion.
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2.7 km
Pantanassa Beach
is a small, picturesque coastal cove tucked right beside Ammoudara. Known for its peaceful, laid-back atmosphere, it offers a distinct contrast to the massive sandy stretch of Ammoudara.
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11 km
El Greco Museum
The El Greco Museum (also known as the Museum of Domenikos Theotokopoulos) is a small cultural gem located on the edge of the picturesque village of Fodele.
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6 km
The Venetian Walls of Heraklion
constitute one of the most formidable and best-preserved medieval fortification systems in the entire Mediterranean. Constructed by the Republic of Venice between 1462 and 1567, this massive 4.5-kilometer-long star-shaped defensive ring completely encloses the historic old town, shielding it from land-based attacks.
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Port - 15 min drive
Heraclion at sunset
The Heraclion port has a promenade that catches the sunset better than anywhere else on the island. Walk the length of it at seven in July, six in September, and stop at Taverna Manousos on the way back.
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6 km
Walk of the day
(commonly known by its Ottoman name, Koules Fortress or Castello a Mare) is an imposing maritime citadel dominating the entrance of Heraklion’s old Venetian harbor. Built by the Republic of Venice between 1523 and 1540, it stands as the ultimate architectural symbol of Heraklion, built to shield this vital Mediterranean commercial port from pirate raids and Ottoman expansion.
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Dinning
Local Bar-Restaurants
Yanna Caravel Restaurant - 300m
Tropical Local Cuisine Restaurant - 300m
Maxim Restaurant & Cocktail Bar - 550m
Petousis Taverna - 700m
Thigaterra Fine Local Dining – 2.4km
Simply Accommodations IKE
North coast of Crete. 15 minutes drive from Heraklion International Airport Kazantzakis (HER)
Diagora 14, Gazi 71414, Heraclion, Crete, Greece
Simply Apartments
Diagora 14
Gazi 71414,
Heraclion, Crete, Greece