Thronos Amariou, Rethymno, Crete, Thrónos, 74061, Greece
#1 of 1 hotels in Thrónos
Guests' ChoiceBased on 70 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.7
Free WiFi
9.7
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Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Jill
AustraliaNothing.
The beautiful room. The incredible view from it and the terrace where we ate. The warm welcome from our hosts. The fantastic food. The location is also fantastic.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Martin
Polandthe view, the food and the availability of the owners
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Timothy
United KingdomThere is nothing whatsoever to dislike about this property.
If you visit only one place in Crete, this is the place to stay. It offers wonderful views of the mountains, wonderful hospitality, a warm welcome and exceptional food, locally sourced and freshly cooked. It encapsulates the very best of Crete.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Lena
SwedenVery nice location with fantastic views of the valley. Great taverna and wonderful breakfast. Nicely decorated rooms. Staff is super great! Pool a real bonus.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Harry
United KingdomAmazing view from balcony over Amari Valley. The staff here are lovely and also really knowledgeable about local activities, walks etc. The veramder where you have breakfast also enjoys some incredible views.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 31 October 2023
Sophie
Canadalocation, staff, view, food… everything was perfect
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 28 October 2023
Alexander
RussiaVery friendly hosts, excellent breakfast, magnificent view, great location (close to Arkadi monastery and Patsos gorge)
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Willem
NorwayOut-of-season restaurant staffing wasn't optimal
Incredible setting, great value for money, comfortable
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Sylvain
SwitzerlandBreakfast not included (additional cost being too expensive)
Location in a authentic village, great view, quiet
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 11 October 2023
Randy
United StatesThe only negative, which turned into a very positive was that we were expecting a hot tub as described on-line, but it was a swimming pool instead which we did enjoy.
This was one of the best places that we have stayed in and we travel a lot. Starting with the staff they were helpful, outgoing, and genuinely interested in us and our comfort. We had three meals there and they were all excellent (I recommend the snails...a bit different than the French version, but very tasty). The apartment was very comfortable and the view of the entire Amari valley with Mt Ida right there was breath taking. Highly recommend this for more than one day. (They offer various excursions).
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Angela
United KingdomIf I was to be super critical, the shower was cold, however, everything else outweighed this small inconvenience, anyway, I’ve watched Wim Hof, it’s good for you!!
Fabulous!! We felt like we had found a hidden gem!!! We spent 2 nights here while we were travelling around the Island, wished we could have stayed longer. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Room was clean with an amazing view from the balcony. We ate all our meals here, breakfast was plentiful and tasty, delicious home cooked food at a very good price. The owner offers foraging and other guided walks, we didn’t have enough time but wished we had. They are some lovely walks directly from the hotel but you do need a car to appreciate the whole area.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 29 September 2023
Lia
Israel-
The staff!!! The room with all the facilities, the balcony, the special atmosphere, the food... really EVERYTHING
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Xlt
United KingdomThere was nothing to dislike!
This place felt like paradise and the views are simply spectacular! Everyone is so friendly and the rooms are very modern and comfortable. We ate an evening meal and breakfast and the food was delicious.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 22 September 2023
Helene
AustraliaWonderful place. Warm welcoming atmosphere, stunning views, great food.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 17 September 2023
Larissa
United KingdomNothing
Beautiful situated with superb views all around, rooms tastefully decorated with balconies overlooking the mountains, friendly family hotel, excellent traditional Cretan food at dinner. Delightful pool area a bonus.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Michael
AustraliaNothing.
Wow! Yes this place has the wow factor- we stayed in the “family house” and had a private terrace with stunning views of the Amari Valley. Amazing location and great food in the restaurant.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 6 September 2023
Katinka
United Kingdomnothing
what can i say about this hidden gem? We LOVE staying here for a couple of nights on our road trip around Crte. The 2nd time we were here and it won't be the last for sure. Super friendly hosts, the restaurant is excellent, and the rooms are spacious, with amaing view over the West face of mount Ida and the Amari valley... you can just sit on the balcony, or on the copmfy sofa and look at that view. Great to have water from the spring in the fridge, and lovely olive products in the bathroom, the little pool is clean, we didn't swim but enjoyed reading there in the shade ofthe trees. We will definately be returning here for a couple of days pampering. thank you
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 16 August 2023
Manolis
GreeceLocation is like 30 mins from Rethymno downtown and 1h from south part of island and southern beaches.
Staff was great. Tavern (restaurant) within hotel was great as well, spacey with excellent view. Pool is medium size but for this small hotel is like a private pool most of the days. There are also a small outdoor playground for kids.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 1 August 2023
Maureen
United StatesEverything about this place is fantastic. The staff, the views, the property. It has a pool and playground. Wonderful spot for our family. Kids 7 & 10 loved it as well as grandparents traveling with us. The restaurant had the best food we had our whole vacation in Crete.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 12 July 2023
Titta
FinlandLovely and friendly family run place in the middle of beautiful, quiet nature. Delicious, homemade Greek food.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 23 June 2023
Maria
BelgiumNothing at all!
Aravanes is a most charming hotel with a spectacular view on the mountains, very nice decorated rooms, very nice staff, quiet atmosphere, complete breakfast, good kitchen, … everything you can imagine.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 12 June 2023
Vlasta
SloveniaNothing.
Very good location, nice and kind staff.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 29 May 2023
Julian
GermanyThe owner and staff was very friendly and welcoming. If you need information about things to do around they can answer your questions. Our room was very comfy and clean. We had dinner in the tavern and it was really good. We enjoyed our stay a lot. Thank you!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 19 April 2023
David
United KingdomCan’t think of anything.
Every now and then I stay somewhere that feels truly special and Aravanes is one of those places. Run by a very kind family who ensured we were totally comfortable in this absolutely stunning part of Crete. It was unusually cold for the time of year (early April) but the room was cosy and snug. They lit the fire in the taverna each evening and put the central heating on - lovely after a day’s walking. Over the 3 nights we stayed, we enjoyed breakfasts in the sunshine with birdsong all around and amazing views of snow capped Psiloritis and the valley. Excellent value for money.
Stayed in April 2023
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