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Traditional Cretan Houses

3.0 star property
3-star historic hotel near Agios Myronas Church

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Agapi House | Living area
Exterior
Harmony House | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Afrodite House | Living area
Sofia House | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
47 Gianni Makraki Street Agios Myronas, Heraklion, Heraklion, Crete, 70013
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Heraklion Port
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Palace of Knossos
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Afrodite House | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Afrodite House

  • 538 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Agapi House | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Agapi House

  • 538 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Sofia House | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Sofia House

  • 699 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, dining tables

Harmony House

  • 1174 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Heraklion

On bay.At this Heraklion hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Agios Myronas Church and 12 miles (20 km) of Ammoudara Beach. Historical Museum of Crete and Lions Square are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Agios Myronas Church - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Historical Museum of Crete - 20 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 21 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Heraklion Port - 23 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Palace of Knossos - 23 min drive - 15.1 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Γρηγόρης - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Κυλικείο Πα.Γ.Ν.Η. - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ethimiko - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Veranda Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Κουμοσ - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Traditional Cretan Houses

3-star historic hotel near Agios Myronas Church
As a guest of Traditional Cretan Houses, you'll find a fireplace in the lobby and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Heraklion hotel.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1900
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
Traditional Cretan Houses offers 4 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. This Heraklion hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 10:00 AM to noon for a fee: EUR 5 per person

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Wet bar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with 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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests who wish to book in-room breakfast provisions must contact the property in advance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Firewood fee: EUR 7.0 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for self-serve breakfast: approximately EUR 5 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Long-term renters welcome.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • One child 10 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Traditional Cretan Houses Apartment Heraklion
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Traditional Cretan Houses to the airport?

Traditional Cretan Houses is 14.7 mi (34-min drive) away from the Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Traditional Cretan Houses?

As of May 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Traditional Cretan Houses on Jun 2, 2025 start from $57.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Traditional Cretan Houses have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Traditional Cretan Houses.

How close is Traditional Cretan Houses to the beach?

This hotel is 9.4 mi (27-min drive) from Ammoudara Beach and 12.1 mi (34-min drive) from Pantanassa. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Traditional Cretan Houses offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Traditional Cretan Houses, but self-serve breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 5 per person. It's available every day from 10:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Traditional Cretan Houses?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Traditional Cretan Houses?

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Traditional Cretan Houses?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Traditional Cretan Houses have a pool?

Traditional Cretan Houses does not have a pool.

Does Traditional Cretan Houses have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Traditional Cretan Houses to downtown Heraklion?

Traditional Cretan Houses is 0.1 mi away from Agios Myronas.

Traditional Cretan Houses Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 63 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This house was so adorable! We were running extremely late do to a change in our flight but the owner stayed up to greet us. She showed us around the village and where the stores were. Even offered to check on us if we needed it. The house itself was cozy and well kept. We had the pleasure of having a nice dog hang out outside our door. We did run into some issues back home that caused us to have to leave early. The owner was very kind and even offered us a deal so our money wasn't going to be waste for when we return. I'm looking forward to coming back once everything back home has settled down. Thank you so much for the amazing time. I live in the mountains and this truly felt like home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Amenities
Old charm
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rosalind

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
A lovely traditional house in a typical Cretan village away from the tourist hotspots. Our host spoke good English and was very welcoming and helpful. The bakery sells wonderful trays of Baklava which we enjoyed on our spacious roof terrace, a great place for breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Steven, Englewood

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique opportunity to stay in an old house in a small village up in the hills. Don’t expect modern features, but there was plenty of hot water, cable television, and a good local taberna. The Expedia listing says “breakfast provided,” but don’t expect more than coffee in the apartment. When I asked the owner, she just told me where to buy bread in the morning! The only serious problem was that the property owner claimed she never got our reservation from Expedia and that she never got any of my phone calls or texts confirming our arrival. So, when we got to the property, it was locked, and no one in town spoke English! In the end, the owner did arrive and gave us a choice of any of the apartments. So, if you go, be sure to make contact with the owner before you show up!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ulrich

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was perfect for what I was looking for—a place to sleep for a couple of nights while I explored the area around Heraklion. The landlady was there to greet me and offer me a lot of great suggestions for eating locally, local attractions, etc. The apartment was spotlessly clean and quite comfortable enough for a couple of days’ stay. There is a small café in the village square about 100m down the street and a nice taverna with a spectacular view within a few minutes’ walk. The village is about half-an-hour’s drive from Heraklion. My only criticism is that it was a little bit noisier than I would have liked. The location is in the center of the village opposite the church and the door and all the windows open directly onto the street. The "dawn chorus" of roosters and dogs was difficult to sleep through.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

gorgeous cretan house

such beautiful peaceful place...thank you for lovely stay
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous ambience very traditional Tiny little town Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Leanna, Ottawa, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a unique home to stay in. It was quiet and in a more rural location. The neighbours were friendly and welcoming too! It was handy to have a basic kitchen to make meals in. The only thing I didn't like was the floor tile in the bathrooms. It was uncomfortable on bare feet. Otherwise, good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great find

We absolutely loved this "hotel"-- more a small-scale restoration project in a small Cretan village. I saw some of the reviews that complained about having to wait to get in, etc.-- I think perhaps they don't have the right frame of mind. The confirmation does request to notify the host of an arrival time-- I failed to notice this, and so we had a few drinks at a local cafe after we contacted the host. The apartments are beautifully restored, the village is authentic and non-touristy, and the restaurant recommended by the host was one of our best meals. As long as you come in with the right expectations, this is a great find.

8/10 Good

Eric, Metro Detroit

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Located in a small village, the owner drove it to let us into our room. We had to wait a bit at the nearby cafe...which was lovely! She was gracious and showed us around the apartments. She tidied the rooms a bit during our arrival. We checked into the room and had planned to cook in the kitchen, but found limited selections in the nearby stores. We decided to eat at a nearby restaurant. The owner went with us and we had a great evening! We met several of the local people and she discussed life in Crete with us. We only stayed one night, but would have enjoyed exploring the town more. Great unexpected experience!

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Traditional Cretan House - Requires Attention

No useable internet. Cooking and eating utensils are inadequate, poor quality and were not clean. Basic cleaning and other materials not supplied - eg no bathmat - concrete floor, no chux or similar, no tea towel,.... No shower curtain so bathroom floods when one has a shower - requires proper shower doors to be fitted. Heating turned off without warning the last night. TV is very small, inconveniently placed in the apartment, very old (set top box) and did not work properly. Only Greek channels available. No change of towels (stayed 4 nights) despite asking. We had to make the bed ourselves.

8/10 Good

Harry, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice out of the way place to stay

We did not actually stay overnight. I booked the house and did not realize the interior included a tight spiral stair for access to the Bedroom above the Living Room. My wife has vertigo problems and could not deal with the thought of climbing that stair. The owner was very understanding and cancelled our stay without cost. Otherwise the place looked charming with very nice views of the valley below. The old stone houses have been nicely renovated with care and have character. I wish we could have stayed.

10/10 Excellent

LLL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highlight of Honeymoon in Crete!

We initially had booked 2 nights here and had fortunately not booked any of our 3 remaining nights in Crete. As soon as we stepped foot in the place, we immediately booked another 2 nights. The house was amazing! It had a full kitchen, loft, wooden spiral staircase, 2 bathrooms, and 2 balconies. The village itself was very quaint and friendly with exceptional views of the surrounding countryside. The local restaurant had delicious traditional food at inexpensive prices and a great balcony view of Iraklio. Overall a great value and memorable experience. Definitely recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Pete, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Self-Catering, Agios Myronas

We had a very enjoyable stay in a quiet village, <1,000 very friendly inhabitants, a 20km drive to closest city and beaches and close to historical/archaeological sites and tavernas serving traditional food. Eating out locally is reasonably priced. A car is a must for touring the island and a good, detailed, road map. Our sat nav identified some highly suspect tracks as minor roads. The house, Sophia, is compact. Ideal for 2 people with all the basics for a short stay. Downstairs; a long narrow toilet & shower room with basin, a kitchen/diner inc fridge/freezer and a lounge. No washing machine for longer stay. Upstairs; a king bedroom and a terrace. Items for breakfast can be bought daily from the local shop and the baker bakes daily both 2-min walk away. You take your rubbish from the house to the local waste collection point on the outskirts of the village. Some adverts we've seen since our return state all houses' beds have memory foam mattresses, The Sophia does not. The bed was very hard. I slept on the mattress from the sofa bed on top of the bed mattress. On arrival we were dissuaded from having breakfast, being told we could buy the same ingredients from the same shop for less. This stay was booked for us and we were expecting self-catering. We did not expect memory foam mattresses, in-room breakfasts, on-site restaurants or spa treatments. Some may read the adverts, expect more and be disappointed. It isn't part of a complex. Amenities are available close by.

10/10 Excellent

Adam, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful place to stay

This place is an amazing deal - even though I saw the online photos first and thought it looked too good to be true, it's even better than it looks. Wonderful views from the balconies and simply beautiful inside with the woodwork and double floors. WiFi works great as does air conditioner, bed and shower facilities are great. Very comfortable stay and the nearby village of Agios Myronas is a treasure - beautiful countryside and an amazing church are right next to you, as well as fantastic restaurant (Ethnikos). The owner, Popi, is incredibly nice and helpful. Very highly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

MJB, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

These traditional houses are amazing and walk back in time to a simpler life yet very comfortable. Situated in a tiny village high in the hills behind Iraklion yet only 20 minutes drive into the city. We had a lovely time and stayed for 3 days.

10/10 Excellent

Amy, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very lovely and unique experience

Traditional Cretan Houses was by far the most unique accommodation that we experienced during our time in Greece. The homes are beautifully restored and it felt like a very athentic experience in a local village. Miss Poppy was wonderful, warm and extremely helpful. She really went the extra mile, especially in getting us settled with a very late arrival. The biggest challenge was location, as the homes are a bit outside of the main town and our GPS did not work very well. But once we got oriented, the location was actually very serene and picturesque. Recommend very highly!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cretan village life at it's best

We had a very long journey to Crete thanks to an airport shutdown but couldn't have been happier when we finally arrived in the dark and rain. The property is in a lovely little mountain village (really the best one we saw on the island) on a ridge with views in all directions. It's stunning! The house is a perfect place to relax and is centrally located to so many places - Heraklion, Matala, ruins, etc. Everything you need is close by - market, post office, pharmacy, taverna..... And the house is picture perfect! It's very old, fully restored and tastefully decorated. The owner takes very good care of you and if you're lucky, may even cook up something delicious! ;)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Lana, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb

It was the best accommodation experience in our 2 week stay in Greece. We had a 3 storey house with 2 bedrooms and 2 toilets, beautifully decorated living room, kitchen and laundry facilities for only 45 euros a night. That was definitely a bargain and a great very special experience. The lady who runs the place was extremely helpful. The house is located in a wonderful small village where things are based on trust and it has a great atmosphere. There is a nice restaurant with a beautiful view over Iraklio serving delicious and cheap! food in the evenings. It was a superb experience and it was a pity we only stayed there for 1 night. I would definitely recommend it to everyone and would definitely go back! Try it and you won't regret it.

8/10 Good

Miguel Angel

Traveled with partner
la ducha tendria que estar mejor equipada para que el agua no saliera de la pileta
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Roja

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The traditional Cretan house we booked was nothing like the images online. Upon arrival, the place was dirty and in disrepair. Our suite, named Sophia, had hair and sweat marks on the bed and dust all over the ceiling and kitchen. The village is generally pleasant and the locals friendly.The host, Popi, was elusive, disappearing upon our arrival and only reappearing towards the end of our trip. She explained that she was not in town for several days because of a hospital visit, but we saw her several times around. If you decide to stay at this place, a car is highly recommended due to almost no public transportation in the area. Overall, it’s not worth the money at all.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024