Kedrissos Hotel

As with so many things in life, its the small thins that count. This is a hotel that lifts itself over and beyond what you expect from a small, family-run hotel. And it does so because the owners take pride in their work. Everything is clean, functioning, well thought-through. And if you ask them for advice on where to go, be it a restaurant or an excursion, they will take out time to find out who you are and what you are looking for, before nailing it with something that fits you perfectly. We'll be back!

I loved this hotel. Firstly, the manager was exceptionally helpful.. he helped us organise a hire car at a very good price, told us the best places to visit at the best times, recommended an authentic restaurant and wrote out a menu items in Greek.. All reception staff were helpful. Secondly, the hotel was very clean and our rooms were cleaned thoroughly - daily. Thirdly, it was nice to have a pool side cafe/bar with a full menu (although we normally ate out). The pool was a nice size. Fourthly, The location suited us. We walked into Chania which took 30mins (give or take). There is a coast side walk which takes longer again but it is a more pleasant walk and has many bars along the way. We ( a family with 2 children aged 9 and 12) walked the busier, roadside walk and felt safe even late at night (10.30 ish after a meal). We had a hire car for a few days so got out about that side of the island. This hotel is set slightly back from the main road so you can't see or hear the road from you room or beside the pool. We loved Crete, we only had 6 days to explore and would have liked more time.