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Located within 200 metres of Matala beach and less than 1 km of Red Sand Beach in Matala, Antonios 1 provides accommodation with seating area. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a seasonal outdoor pool.

Best stay in Crete so far. Just amazing. Wonderful host.Great beds, showers and room cleanliness. Plan to stay here for a long stay soon. 5 minute walk to main beach and 20 minute walk to Red Beach over a small mountain. 150 feet to Hippie Village. A top 5 all time area (Matala) and I’ve been to 35 countries. Love the quaint small city. Superb beaches. Tons of restaurants on the water and along the town. No breakfast but 2 small restaurants 2 minutes away.

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9.1
Wonderful
245 reviews
Price from
$59
per night

Set amidst a blossomed garden, Casa Liaya - Villa di Matala Apartments is located in Matala, within 1.5 km from the sandy beach. It offers self-catering accommodation and free WiFi access in public areas.

Location is amazing, even tho it's the last house in the village, we enjoyed the walks. Maria is super friendly and will give you any information you need.

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9
Wonderful
152 reviews
Price from
$64
per night

Surrounded by a garden, the Fantastic Matala 1 offers air-conditioned accommodation with private terrace or balcony. The hotel is located in Matala, just 20 metres from the beach.

Offering free parking, the Fantastic Matala 1 is located less than a 5-minute walk from shops and restaurants, and the bus stop. Heraklion's city centre is 70 km away. There is free parking on site.

Big and very clean room, very good water pressure

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9.3
Wonderful
131 reviews
Price from
$59
per night

The family-run Antonios Apartments is situated in Matala, less than 50 metres from the beach. It offers air-conditioned rooms with private balcony. The shady courtyard is the ideal place to relax.

The traditionally furnished rooms are equipped with a fridge, and a private bathroom with shower. Daily cleaning is provided, and baby cots are available on request.

Wonderful hosts and amazing location. The room was clean and the family running the hotel were super welcoming and attentive. The pool was an extra bonus.

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9.1
Wonderful
115 reviews
Price from
$59
per night

This family run hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with free parking and free Wi-Fi. Sunshine Matala also offers a TV lounge.

Each room at Sunshine Matala is air-conditioned and offers a fridge and private bathroom with shower and private balcony. A breakfast menu is available at a charge.

The apartment was in perfect location, in the center of village, however was nice and quiet. The room was really clean with comfortable bed and nice bathroom. The owners were very friendly, hospital and helpful. I definitely recommend it!

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9.2
Wonderful
259 reviews
Price from
$76
per night

Situated in Matala, a few steps from Matala beach and 1.1 km from Red Sand Beach, ANDRIANOS DELUXE STUDIO features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

The apartment features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the city views. Additional in-room amenities include fruits.

The host was very friendly and helpful. The apartment was compact with everything needed. It has a great view from the balcony and a short walk to everything including the beach in Matala.

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
$94
per night

Set 1 km from Matala beach, Maistro Suites with pool, Matala offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment features family rooms.

Apartment apparently new with good fornitures and services. Outside there's a common space with a little pool and sunbeds. Water, ouzo and fruits in the fridge at arrival and little presents at leaving. Super friendly host!! Recommended!

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9.7
Exceptional
25 reviews
Price from
$79
per night

Situated in Matala, Stelios Apartment is a recently renovated accommodation, 100 metres from Matala beach and 1.2 km from Red Sand Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

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9
Wonderful
5 reviews
Price from
$127
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Emmanouela Apartment is situated in Matala. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

These are new accomodations from 2023 apparently. Newly installed bathroom, beautiful shower. We were warmly welcomed with all needed for a snack and breakfast. Really tastful interior and new appliances. Good beds too. The view up there, is breathtakingly beautiful🙏🏻✨️💢.

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9.7
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
$167
per night

The recently renovated Georgia Apartment is located in Matala, near Matala beach and Red Sand Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free WiFi. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

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9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
$167
per night

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For those trying to save, these fun, budget hotels still have lots to offer, from WiFi to convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties are set in central areas and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find loads of options that feature 24-hour front desks and luggage storage.
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  • Elea Terra Hotel
    Breakfast options
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 160 reviews

    Located in Matala, a 7-minute walk from Matala beach, Elea Terra Hotel provides accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    super Preis/Leistung. gute Nähe zum Strand. super Pool

  • Hotel Orama-Matala
    Breakfast options
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 933 reviews

    Providing garden views, Hotel Orama-Matala in Matala offers accommodations and a garden. With mountain views, this accommodation features a terrace and a swimming pool.

    Stelios and his family was very friendly! Really good!

  • Marina Hotel
    Breakfast options
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 530 reviews

    Located in the lively Matala of Crete, within 2625 feet from the sandy beach, Marina Hotel features a pool and a bar amid its lush garden.

    Simple and clean and the staff were friendly and helpful

  • Xenios Dias
    Breakfast options
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 706 reviews

    Xenios Dias is 43 mi east of Heraklion, only 164 feet from Matala Beach. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are offered. With views of the surrounding garden with palm trees, rooms come with a fridge.

    Nice and very friendly owners, spacious kitchen, big windows.

  • Melissa Hotel
    Breakfast options
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 346 reviews

    On the beautiful bay of Matala, less than half a mile from the beach, Hotel Melissa offers a pool with children's section and a pool bar-restaurant.

    The service was top, very clean hotel Good value for money

  • Hotel Coral Matala
    Breakfast options
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 267 reviews

    The Coral Hotel features comfortable rooms with private balconies. This family-run hotel is in the quiet town of Matala. It is 550 yards from the center of town and 660 yards from the beach.

    Breakfast was good. Variety of things to choose from.

  • Valley Village
    Breakfast options
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 203 reviews

    The Valley Village, located only half a mile from the Blue Flag beach of Matala, offers comfortable and friendly accommodations in Crete.

    Airco en hele goede bedden en vriendelijk personeel

  • Dimitris Villa Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 898 reviews

    Located 7.5 miles from the ancient city of Phaestos, family-run Dimitris Villa Hotel is on the coast of Messara bay, surrounded by trees, just 8 minutes from Matala beach.

    Location. It was super clean and Dimitris was kind and helpful!

Great access to the city center! Check these cheap hotels in Matala

  • Nieva Apartment 2
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Just a few steps from Matala beach and a 14-minute walk from Red Sand Beach, Nieva Apartment 2 features accommodations in Matala with a terrace.

    Sehr geschmackvolles schönes Apartment! Haben die Aussicht auf dem Balkon sehr genossen.

  • Flores Playa
    Central location
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 62 reviews

    Flores Playa is a recently renovated apartment in Matala, near Matala beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free Wifi.

    Tout : les terrasses, la vue, le confort, l’accueil

  • ANDRIANOS DELUXE STUDIO
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    ANDRIANOS DELUXE STUDIO offers accommodations in Matala, a 13-minute walk from Red Sand Beach and 7.2 miles from Phaistos.

    Sehr bequemes Bett Dusche mit richtig Power Weniger als fünf Minuten zum Strand Sehr sehr freundliche Vermieterfamilie

  • Kayy Apartments 1 in Matala
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Just a 7-minute walk from Matala beach and 0.9 miles from Red Sand Beach, Kayy Apartments 1 in Matala features accommodations in Matala, with an infinity pool and a garden.

    Luxurious. Fabulous pool day and night. Private. Plus close to the beach when a crowd is wanted.

  • Alexandra`s House
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 46 reviews

    The property is around a 13-minute walk from Red Sand Beach, 7.3 miles from Phaistos, and 9.1 miles from Museum of Cretan Ethnology.

    very nice flat in the heart of matala with amazing view.

  • Matala home Golden View
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Matala home Golden View offers accommodations in Matala, a few steps from Matala beach and a 14-minute walk from Red Sand Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free Wifi.

    L’accueil. L’emplacement avec une superbe vue. Grande terrasse

  • Emmanouela Apartment
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Emmanouela Apartment is a recently renovated apartment in Matala, near Matala beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free Wifi.

    Πολύ προσεγμένο το διαμέρισμα, άνετο και με εκπληκτική θέα σε όλο τον κόλπο

  • Nieva Apartment 1
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Just a 2-minute walk from Matala beach and 0.8 miles from Red Sand Beach, Nieva Apartment 1 features accommodations in Matala with a terrace.

    The view is incredible. Great place to stay when around.

  • Luxury Villas Ammos in Style
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 47 reviews

    Just a 11-minute walk from Matala beach and 1.1 miles from Red Sand Beach, Luxury Villas Ammos in Style features accommodations in Matala with an infinity pool, a garden, and barbecue facilities.

    Lage, Ausstattung, Pool, Aussicht, Servicepersonal

  • Euphoria Luxury Apartment
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews

    Euphoria Luxury Apartment offers accommodations in Matala, a 8-minute walk from Matala beach and 0.9 miles from Red Sand Beach.

    Het was een prima appartement, op loopafstand van centrum Matala, met diverse restaurants

  • Maistro Suites with pool, Matala
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 25 reviews

    Maistro Suites with pool, Matala enjoys a location in Matala, a 12-minute walk from Matala beach and 1.1 miles from Red Sand Beach.

    The property is clean, quiet and close to town. The hosts are thoughtful, available and responsive.

  • Studio Veroniki
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Studio Veroniki offers accommodations in Matala, a 12-minute walk from Matala beach and 1.1 miles from Red Sand Beach.

  • ROOF GARDEN SUITE
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews

    ROOF GARDEN SUITE offers accommodations in Matala, a few steps from Matala beach and a 12-minute walk from Red Sand Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    Posizione perfetta, comodo, proprietari gentilissimi

  • Georgia Apartment
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Georgia Apartment offers accommodations in Matala, a few steps from Matala beach and a 14-minute walk from Red Sand Beach. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi.

    Superbe appartement, tout équipé, un très bon accueil à l’arrivée et plein de petites surprises dans les placards ! Nous avons passé un excellent séjour ! Je recommande vivement

  • Teacher's Apartment
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 21 reviews

    Teacher's Apartment is a recently renovated apartment in Matala, near Matala beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free Wifi.

    The location is excellent and the view is amazing.

  • Matala Caves
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 16 reviews

    Located in Matala, Matala Caves is a seafront, air-conditioned apartment with free WiFi and views over the sea and Matala Bay.

    Small rooms but a great terrasse with the best view over the whole bay

  • The Cave Villa
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 20 reviews

    The Cave Villa enjoys a location in Matala, a 12-minute walk from Matala beach and 1.1 miles from Red Sand Beach.

    Sehr schöne Ferienwohnung zum Entspannen und Abschalten

  • Nikkon summer home
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 39 reviews

    Nikkon summer home is located in Matala, just a few steps from Matala beach and a 13-minute walk from Red Sand Beach.

    Top owner, top apartment, top welcome package, top location!

  • Ageliki Studio
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 59 reviews

    Ageliki Studio is an accommodations located in Matala, a few steps from Matala beach and 2297 feet from Red Sand Beach. This property offers access to a balcony and free WiFi.

    L’emplacement la literie la terrasse et la gentillesse des hôtes

  • Kayy Apartments 3 in Matala
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 5 reviews

    Kayy Apartments 3 in Matala offers accommodations in Matala, a 16-minute walk from Red Sand Beach and 1.7 miles from Kommos Beach.

    Stylish , immaculate, great location , friendly , pool good temperature , loved everything

  • Fantastic Matala 1
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 131 reviews

    Surrounded by a garden, the Fantastic Matala 1 offers air-conditioned accommodations with private terrace or balcony. The hotel is located in Matala, just 66 feet from the beach.

    Wonderful staff, great balcony, morning and evening sun!

  • Thalasso resort
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 75 reviews

    Thalasso resort offers air-conditioned accommodations in Matala. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free Wifi. Rooms are fitted with a balcony with sea views.

    super mooi knus appartement, op een nog betere locatie

  • VILLA SELINI LUXURY APARTMENT
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 20 reviews

    Just a 2-minute walk from Matala beach and half a mile from Red Sand Beach, VILLA SELINI LUXURY APARTMENT features accommodations in Matala with barbecue facilities.

    Great place, great location, nice pool, sunsets in front of balcony can’t go wrong

  • Villa Dream
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 15 reviews

    Villa Dream is located in Matala, just a few steps from Matala beach and a 10-minute walk from Red Sand Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    La vue , le calme , la belle terrasse , la literie et l’emplacement

  • Nostos Cave Seaview Apartment
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 15 reviews

    Nostos Cave Seaview Apartment offers accommodations in Matala, a 2-minute walk from Matala beach and 0.8 miles from Red Sand Beach.

    - Die Lage hoch oben über Matala, Terrasse und deren Aussicht

  • Hotel Sunshine Matala
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 259 reviews

    This family-run hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with free parking and free Wi-Fi. Sunshine Matala also offers a TV lounge.

    Everything was good! Un nuit top rapport qualité prix

  • Nautilus
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 67 reviews

    Nautilus offers accommodations in Matala, a few steps from Matala beach and a 13-minute walk from Red Sand Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free Wifi.

    Perfectly located at the beach with a wonderful view.

  • MATALA * LUX CAVE
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 23 reviews

    MATALA * LUX CAVE is located in Matala, just a few steps from Matala beach and a 14-minute walk from Red Sand Beach. This villa provides air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony and free Wifi.

    Perfektně vybaven<é ubytování ,příjemná hostitelka , občerstvení .

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  • Matala Hostel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 850 reviews

    Matala Hostel features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Matala.

    Fantastic location, pool and staff. Great value for me.

  • Amalia
    Free WiFi
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 354 reviews

    Just a 8-minute walk from Matala beach and one mile from Red Sand Beach, Amalia features accommodations in Matala, with a garden. With mountain views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

    Clean, simple, everything you need, recommendation

  • Nostos
    Free WiFi
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 400 reviews

    Just a 17-minute walk from Matala beach and 1.2 miles from Kommos Beach, Nostos features accommodations in Matala with a garden.

    Nice host, perfect place not too near the crowded shore

  • Pension Romantika
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 120 reviews

    Pension Romantika offers rooms with a furnished balcony and free Wi-Fi, 1640 feet away from the sandy beach of Matala.

    Accueil chaleureux comme dans une pension de famille.

  • Villa Sylvia
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 392 reviews

    Just 164 feet from the beach, Villa Sylvia is located in Matala Village.

    It was in a great location. Clean tidy light & bright

  • Hotel Sofia
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 384 reviews

    Hotel Sofia is in a quiet area of Matala, yet close to the center and its shops, bars and restaurants. It is just 164 feet away from the sandy beach and 20 minutes from the famous Red beach.

    brilliant little place in a brilliant little village

  • Tsiteris Studio
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 19 reviews

    Just a 4-minute walk from Matala beach and 0.8 miles from Red Sand Beach, Tsiteris Studio features accommodations in Matala with a garden.

    L'hôte est très serviable et attentionnée. Le studio a tout le confort souhaité

  • Beach View Matala
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 88 reviews

    Beach View Matala offers air-conditioned accommodations in Matala. There's a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay.

    Tolle Lage, super Ausstattung, sauber, nette Vermieterin.

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Cheap hotels that guests love in Matala

  • Avg. price/night: $49.13
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 850 reviews
    A superb opportunity for students, young people and those with limited budgets want to having a holiday. A Nice and cheap holiday offer in a great location! The staff are very good, helpful and kind young people. There are also some activities and event suggestions for the guests too. Briefly, the hostel is so cool.
    Eren
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $67.82
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 354 reviews
    Nice location: walking distance to beach and centre. Room was very clean and specious. Everything that you need is there. All seemed very new.
    Pien
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $84.91
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 99 reviews
    Great location: walking distance to beach and centre. Swimming pool is at the hotel across the street. The room is specious enough for 2 people. Very clean. Bed and shower very good!
    Pien
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $72.62
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 655 reviews
    It has a fantastic location just 100 yards from the beach. It was all very clean and the area around the pool is nice
    Adrian
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews
    We really had great vacation in Matala August 2023! 1. Perfect, well-equipped apartment with all that you need and even more. Very clean and comfortable (almost new). Calm and quite place. 2. Clean and big swimming pool with umbrellas, sun-beds. 3. Compliments (oil, local rakia, served small breakfast, honey) were waiting for us) 4. 12h service 5. Support with cheaper taxi and car rental.
    Volha Lyausik
    Family with young children
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 62 reviews
    This place is AMAZING! Angela the host was just wonderful - she met us with the key, showed us the apartment and facilities, and made us feel right at home. I couldn't recommend this place more if you're staying in Matala! The balconies are beautiful, location couldn't be better, and the apartment was absolutely spotless.
    Tristan
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews
    The villa was beautiful, very tastefully decorated and fitted out. The staff were perfect, attentive but not obtrusive. The pool is gorgeous and the location is ideal - quiet but near enough all the activities in Matala to walk there in less than ten minutes.
    Helen
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $65.68
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 400 reviews
    The location was lovely, about a 15 minute walk into Matala. The rooms were spotless and had everything you needed, including a coffee machine & hair dryer. All the apartments have a balcony with table and chairs so you can enjoy the stunning views. The staff were friendly and welcoming!
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 167 reviews
    Very clean. Lovely host. Great sun trap. Ideal location.
    Rory
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $77.96
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,609 reviews
    very clean and staff were wonderful, also location is ideal.
    K
    Karl
    Young couple