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Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village

4.0 star property
Mountain hotel in Malevizi with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Greek cuisine
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television

Room options

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
11th Km Old National Road, Tilisos, Malevizi, Crete Island, 71002

What's nearby

  • General University Hospital of Heraklion - 10 min drive
  • Koules Fortress - 11 min drive
  • Heraklion Port - 12 min drive
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 12 min drive
  • Palace of Knossos - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 17 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Πετούσης - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Havana Beach Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Heaven Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Uncle George tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ορθοπεταλιές - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village

At Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Heraklion Port. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Delfys, which serves Greek cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a children's pool, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights.

Languages

English, French, Greek

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 34 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • This property hosts private events with live music on weekends. Guests can expect a high level of noise until 5 AM during this time.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 11 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only*
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
  • Free wired internet access in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 30 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1988
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free wired internet

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Delfys - This restaurant specializes in Greek cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 7.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during January, February, March, April, November, and December:
  • Swimming pool

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events (including other events) are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts major credit cards and cash.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Arolithos
Arolithos Cretan Village
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village Hotel
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village Hotel Malevizi
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village Malevizi
Arolithos Traditional Village
Arolithos Village
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village Hotel
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village Malevizi
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village Hotel Malevizi

Frequently asked questions

Does Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?
Yes, cats and dogs stay free, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 11 lbs per pet. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 35 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village?
Yes, Delfys offers Greek cuisine.

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Nice place in the mountains
Great place in the mountains, basic room, comfortable bed, needs some brush up - feels a bit old - broken mountings in bathroom - overall good value for money, friendly staff, excellent food, quiet room. Would come back
Dr. Horst, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

An Authentic Greek experience!
A truly unique experience, it felt like we were staying at a friend’s place rather than at a hotel. Very homey and our room had a beautiful view. The restaurant was charming, with delicious food and we even had a group of excellent musicians with authentic Greek dancers in costume. Anther bonus - it was a 15 minu LP te drive to the airport. A great stay!
Jan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

June, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property was like none other! Beautiful
Debra, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

4/10 Fair

Nice hotel. It feels like a traditional village and i surely recommend it for families. The rooms were old and not well maintained which was disappointing.
Irini Eleftheria, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic!
Absolutely wonderful - all the staff were really friendly and kind, the food was fantastic, everyone spoke v good English. Very clean. Massive meals - under-order! An absolutely beautiful pool and gorgeous views of the mountains, and a private little balcony on our room. Friendly cats visit during dinner (they go away if told). A brilliant experience.
Rebecca, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was just as described, right out of a village, so nice
Ken, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Not well maintained
Roger, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very good except no internet in the rooms
JOHN, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jeannette, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very friendly and helpful stuff, very good food quality and a lot of oprions to choose.
Antonis, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

beautiful property!! Staff was very friendly and helpful. amazing food and the view was awesome
Christie, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I absolutely love this place and I didn’t wanna leave. My room was spacious the meals were delicious the village and the pool are beautiful as well as the surrounding countryside. It really wasn’t that far to the city, and yet the area was rural and serene. I loved hearing the goats , sheep and peacocks.
Penny, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lovely alternative to staying in downtown Heraklion, especially if you have kids as Arolithos is a charming, self contained complex and is very safe with a decent pool. Terrific views down to bay and up to fabulous mountains. Nice outdoor restaurant terrace. Delicious wholesome Cretan food menu for both breakfast and dinner. Rooms are charming with balcony terraces and air conditioning. However, the only negative, the beds and mattresses feel like they have been unchanged for thirty years and are especially uncomfortable. Time for the management to reinvest as for me it was the only serious negative criticism.
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jack, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay, our favorite place while in Greece. Very whimsical and lovely hosts! Absolutely beautiful property! When checking in, our host saw that it was my birthday and gave us free chocolates. Cats were fun and the entire property was authentic and beautiful. Loved it and would come back.
Maya, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

ashish, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Delightful, friendly, characterful hotel. Each room with its own balcony or patio area, ensuite, air conditioning. Plenty places to get a coffee or cool drink all day, very good terrace restaurant open all day above the pool area under shady olive trees. Shop for water, biscuits, ice creams, small craft shop, museum, forge etc (showing old village artefacts) all within the hotel as part of the village. Staff were all polite, helpful and friendly. Pool is beautiful altho' watch the shallow sloping edges when entering for the first time! Only downside was one evening (until 4am) of loud music due to a Greek Wedding in the dining/event area at the top of the village. Ear plugs would have sorted that one out easily. Apart from that, our group had a fabulous, relaxing holiday in an unusual setting and would recommend it.
Cherry, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

8/10 Very Good

Come here for the experience. It is inconvenient in location and a bit thin on facilities but that's not the point. The point is having some semblance to living in a rural Cretan village on stone floors amid winding narrow lanes deep in the country with goats on the hills all around. The only reason I can't give it a full five is it doesn't go deep enough; the open-air exhibits are small and there's no-one around to explain them. Oh and make no mistake; it is very comfortable and if you have a car then day trips will work out just fine.
Mike, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Like the location and environment, and of course the food and services in the restaurant in the site. We would go back again if we will travel to there again.
Huizhen, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really beautiful setting and amazing village atmosphere sitting under the olive trees and listening to the sounds of sheep and donkey bells. Definitely want to come back.
Gwen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We wanted a quiet hotel so we could rest but still enjoy a swim, walks and catching up with friends. This hotel was perfect. The room was comfortable and quiet with lovely views over olive trees. The pool and surrounds were great. We could have a meal almost any time of day and the staff were friendly and helpful. It was only 15-20 minutes by taxi to Heraklion town centre.
Ann, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Too far from the city
Room furnished not up to the standard. Breakfast not great at all. Quite far from the port. Expensive transportation not worth for money.
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"My room was spacious, the meals were delicious, the village and the pool were beautiful as well as the surrounding countryside."
Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Beautiful Rooms
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM