Beachfront hotels in Plakias

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Plakias. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Horizon Beach Hotel Plakias, Greece

  

  Hotel. Horizon Beach Hotel Hotel is set right above the sand and shingle beach of Plakias, on the southern coast of Rethymno prefecture, enjoying splendid views across the bay. It offers free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi. Accommodation at the Horizon consists of airy and comfortable rooms and studios. Each offers balcony with views to the sea. In-room facilities include a satellite TV and en suite bathroom with hairdryer and magnifying mirror. Breakfast is served buffet style at the pleasant patio. Drinks are served at the bar. Also available is a comfortable lounge area with TV. Horizon Beach Hotel Hotel is only 400 metres from Plakias’ centre, offering taverns and shops. The main sandy beach of Plakias is a 5-minute walk away. The area offers walking and cycling pathways and beautiful gorges. It is also ideal for any kind of water activity such as surfing or scuba diving. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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• 2 Alianthos Beach Hotel Plakias, Greece

  

  Hotel. Situated in Plakias, 60 metres from Plakias, Alianthos Beach Hotel features accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can make use of a bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bath or shower. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at this 3-star hotel. Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 34 km from Alianthos Beach Hotel, while Fortress of Frangokastello is 27 km away. Chania International Airport is 85 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

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• 3 Kalypso Cretan Village Resort & Spa Plakias, Greece

  

  Resort. Surrounded by lush greenery, quietly located on the beach of Karavos, the traditionally built Kalypso Cretan Village offers a swimming pool, tennis court and spa centre. It features rooms with balcony overlooking the Libyan Sea or the garden. Featuring traditional decorative details, all rooms at the Kalypso Cretan Village offer a TV, air conditioning and a refrigerator. Each includes a safety deposit box. Situated between the reception and the pools with a view to the Libyan Sea, the restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner including fresh sea food, Greek and international cuisine. Guests enjoy drinks in one of the bars, such as the poolside bar. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including diving, snorkelling and billiards. Basketball and volleyball courts are also provided. Aqua massage and hamam are among the facilities provided at the spa centre. Free Wi-Fi is accessible in public areas. Plakias Beach is 1 km away. In close proximity, the Preveli white sand beach, its natural palm grove and the monastery are well worth a visit. Show full description

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• 4 Phoenix-Hotel Plakias, Greece

  Hotel. Set in Plakias, 200 metres from Foteinari Beach, Phoenix-Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace. The property is located 36 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno, 27 km from Fortress of Frangokastello and 36 km from Municipal Garden. The air-conditioned rooms provide a sea view and come with a desk and free WiFi. At the hotel, the rooms come with a wardrobe and a balcony with a mountain view. All guest rooms at Phoenix-Hotel come with a private bathroom and bed linen. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Venetian Harbour is 36 km from Phoenix-Hotel, while Centre of Byzantine Art is 36 km from the property. Chania International Airport is 85 km away. Show full description

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• 5 Thalassa House Apartments Plakias, Greece

  

  Aparthotel. Offering a wonderful view of the bay of Plakias and the Libyan Sea, this small, modern and comfortable property has a peaceful location right on the beach. Rooms are spacious with well-equipped kitchenette, and large balcony overlooking the Libyan Sea. Free wireless internet is available in the entire hotel. A short walk of 5 minutes will take you to the centre of Plakias village, with bars, restaurants and shops. Plakias is a quiet and less touristic place, ideal for a relaxing holiday away from the crowded resorts. There are plenty of taverns and restaurants in Plakias and in the villages around. Here you can expect fresh, delicious Cretan cuisine at low prices. Show full description Guest review score 9.1

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• 6 Atlantis Plakias, Greece

  

  Aparthotel. Just 50 metres from the sandy Plakias Beach in South Crete, Atlantis offers self-catering accommodation with a balcony overlooking the Libyan Sea. Offering free Wi-Fi in its public areas, the family-run property features a traditional Cretan restaurant with a terrace. The air-conditioned studios and apartments of Atlantis feature tiled floors and are simply decorated with wooden furnishings. Each unit has a kitchenette with dining area and a private bathroom with shower or bath tub. A fridge and a coffee maker are available. Guests can prepare their own breakfast or other meal, which they can enjoy in the comfort of their balcony. Fresh fish and other Cretan delicacies can be enjoyed at the on-site restaurant, which offers unobstructed views of the Libyan Sea. Atlantis is located 35 km from Rethymnon Town and Port and 100 km from Chania Town. Ammoudi Beach and the famous Preveli Beach are at 10 km. Staff at the front desk can help arrange car and bicycle rental to explore the island. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 77 EUR.

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• 7 Paligremnos Studios Plakias, Greece

  

  Aparthotel. Right on the sandy Plakias Beach in Crete, family-run Paligremnos Studios offer self-catered rooms with free Wi-Fi and a balcony overlooking the Cretan Sea. The traditional restaurant serves local food in the garden. All rooms at the Paligremnos are equipped with air conditioning and an iron. Each has a well-equipped kitchenette with a fridge, a coffee maker and a dining area. A private bathroom with shower is included. Staff at the reception can offer tips on nearby beaches such as Damnoni within 3 km. The centre of Plakias is a 10-minute walk away and offers bars and shops. Free private parking is possible on site. Show full description Guest review score 8.6

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• 8 Creta Mare Hotel Plakias, Greece

  

  Aparthotel. Creta Mare Hotel overlooks the sea, just 100 metres from Plakias village. This small hotel offers comfortable accommodation with free Wi-Fi and serves buffet breakfast in the morning. Rooms, studios and apartments at Creta Mare are tastefully furnished in bright colours. Each unit has a balcony with views over the sea to the island of Gavdos. Some units also include kitchenette facilities. Free sunbeds and umbrellas are offered. A coffee machine is available in every room. Plakias village offers a number of shops, restaurants and taverns, as well as easy access to the south-facing beaches and bay. Guests can also explore the hills behind Creta Mare Hotel, ideal for hiking or enjoying leisure trails through the olive groves. The town of Rethymno is 30 km away. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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• 9 Hotel Livikon Plakias, Greece

  Aparthotel. Set within 50 metres of Plakias and 34 km of Archaeological Museum of Rethymno, Hotel Livikon offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Plakias. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property offers soundproof units and is situated 27 km from Fortress of Frangokastello. The units come with tiled floors and feature a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. The aparthotel features certain units with sea views, and units include a kettle. At the aparthotel, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar and bar. Guests can also relax on the sun terrace. Municipal Garden is 34 km from the aparthotel, while Venetian Harbour is 34 km from the property. Chania International Airport is 84 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

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• 10 Villa Nostos Plakias beachfront sea view Plakias, Greece

  

  Villa. Featuring a garden, a shared lounge, and a terrace, Villa Nostos Plakias beachfront sea view offers accommodation in Plakias with free WiFi and sea views. This villa features free private parking and a shared kitchen. The air-conditioned villa consists of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 4 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are featured in the villa. Guests at the villa can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the outdoor pool. Popular points of interest near Villa Nostos Plakias beachfront sea view include Skinos Beach, Plakias and Foteinari Beach. The nearest airport is Chania International, 85 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 10.0

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• 11 Galini Beach Plakias, Greece

  

  Apartment. Situated in front of the sandy beach of Plakias, Galini Beach offers rooms with beautiful views of the Libyan Sea and the mountain. It provides free Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel. Galini rooms are spacious and air-conditioned. They are equipped with TV and hairdryer, and they all have balconies. Each has a kitchenette with fridge and kitchenware. Next to the hotel guests can find restaurants, taverns and super markets. Galini Beach is also close to the beautiful beaches of Souda, Damnoni and Preveli. Free private on-site parking is available. Show full description Guest review score 8.7

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• 12 Sea View Luxury Apartments Plakias, Greece

  

  Apartment. Offering a sun terrace and views of the sea, Sea View Luxury Apartments is set in Plakias, 35 km from Rethymno Town. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. All units are air conditioned and include a seating and dining area. Some units feature a terrace and/or balcony. There is also a kitchen, equipped with a dishwasher. An oven, a microwave and fridge are also offered, as well as a kettle. There is a private bathroom with a bath and free toiletries in each unit. Towels are available. Balíon is 70 km from Sea View Luxury Apartments. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 100 km from the property, while Heraklion International Airport is at a distance of 115 km. Taxi transfer from the airport can be arranged on request and at extra charge. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 69 EUR.

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• 13 Aelia Seascape Apartments Plakias, Greece

  

  Apartment. Aelia Seascape Apartments has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Plakias, a few steps from Skinos Beach. The apartment provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A stovetop and toaster are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Plakias is 500 metres from Aelia Seascape Apartments, while Foteinari Beach is 1.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 85 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.9, rooms from around 104 EUR.

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• 14 Plakias Family Apartment Plakias, Greece

  

  Apartment. Offering mountain views, Plakias Family Apartment is an accommodation located in Plakias, 100 metres from Plakias and 600 metres from Skinos Beach. Featuring city and sea views, this apartment also provides guests with free WiFi. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 31 km from the apartment, while Fortress of Frangokastello is 27 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International, 85 km from Plakias Family Apartment, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 9.6

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• 15 Plakias Suites COCO-MAT Full Experience Plakias, Greece

  

  Apartment. Plakias Suites COCO-MAT Full Experience-Adults Only offers self-contained accommodation 20 metres from the sandy Paligremnos Beach. The complex is surrounded by a garden with sun terrace and features free Wi-Fi. Air-conditioned apartments at Plakias Suites COCO-MAT Full Experience-Adults Only are serviced daily. They all extend out onto private balconies with views and include a well-equipped kitchen, with a variety of coffees and other hot drinks, a dining area and a lounge with flat-screen TV. Guests can prepare their own meals and reach central Plakias in less than a 10-minute walk. The town centre provides many different shopping possibilities and an array of typical Cretan eateries. Popular beaches nearby the Suites Plakias hotel include Souda, Damnoni and Schinaria, all within 3 km from the property. Free private parking is available on site. Transfer from and to the airport can be provided on request and upon a charge. Show full description Guest review score 9.2

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• 16 En Plo Studios & Apartments Plakias, Greece

  

  Apartment. Right on Limanaki Beach of Plakias in Crete, En Plo Studios & Apartments offers studios with a furnished balcony overlooking the Libyan Sea, 300 metres from restaurants and shops. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout. Studios En Plo Studios & Apartments include a well-equipped kitchenette with a fridge, oven and a dining area. Each air-conditioned unit is equipped with an LCD TV. All studios have a private bathroom with amenities and shower. Boats to secluded beaches such as Agios Pavlos and Rodakino depart from Plakias Port 200 metres away . The famous beach of Preveli with its palm-tree forest is at 5 km. Scenic Fragkokastello is within 27 km. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 38 EUR.

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• 17 Despoina Rooms Plakias, Greece

  

  Apartment. Located within a few metres from the beach of Plakia, Despoina Rooms offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi and balcony overlooking the Libyan Sea. Restaurants and cafes are within a 3-minute walk. All the air-conditioned units at the Despoina have a kitchenette with refrigerator and dining area. The private bathroom comes with a shower. The property is 35 km from Rethymno Town and port. Ammoudi Beach and the famous Preveli Beach are at 10 km. Show full description Guest review score 8.3

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• 18 Sea View Suite "CHRISTOS" - Adults Only Plakias, Greece

  Apartment. Situated in Plakias, 100 metres from Skinos Beach and 34 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno, Sea View Suite "CHRISTOS" - Adults Only features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. Located on the beachfront, this property has a terrace. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The apartment features a flat-screen TV. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. Sightseeing tours are available in the surrounding area. Fortress of Frangokastello is 26 km from the apartment, while Municipal Garden is 34 km from the property. Chania International Airport is 84 km away. Show full description

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• 19 Villa Anna Maria Plakias, Greece

  

  Villa. Set in Plakias, 500 metres from Plakias and 1.7 km from Skinos Beach, Villa Anna Maria offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a shared lounge. The property has sea and mountain views, and is 2 km from Damnoni Beach. The villa has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with city views. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge. Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 32 km from the villa, while Fortress of Frangokastello is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International, 85 km from Villa Anna Maria, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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