Set in a fragrant garden, Yiannis Retreat is a traditional complex of stone houses in the lush valley of Kato Zakros in Crete. It offers free bicycles and self-catered accommodations 2625 feet from the beach. The air-conditioned rooms at the Retreat Yiannis have wooden ceilings, stone walls traditional decorative items. Each includes a kitchenette with a dining area, a microwave and fridge. Guests are provided with products such as coffee, jam, olive oil and local spices. All units have a balcony or patio with views to the garden. Guests can relax in the garden that is created on 3 different levels with private corners, deck chairs and swings. A garden with organic fruits and vegetables is available for guests. Scenic Zakros village is 5 mi away and has shops and small cafés. On the beach in Kato Zakros Bay there are some taverns serving Cretan cuisine. The famous Gorge of the Dead is a 2-minute drive, while Sitia Airport is at 25 mi. Free private parking is available on site.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
Bedroom :
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Kato Zakros
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  • Mind3
    Lithuania Lithuania
    We liked everything here. Our stay here was perfect. Facilities were great - clean, cozy, comfortable and had everything what is needed. Very calm and beautiful place. We really liked Lavazza coffee machine in the room and daily local food bucket...
  • Akis
    Germany Germany
    The patio, the view, the room, the goodies, the stuff and the kittens!
  • Beth
    United States of America United States of America
    A lovely and quiet and very comfortable place to stay on the far east side of Crete. The area is very natural and beautiful. The gardens are luxurious and well tended. It's very close to the Gorge of the Dead trail head (end point) and about 15...

Area info

Amenities of Yiannis Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Baby safety gates
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Greek
  • English

House rules

Yiannis Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 years old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
Free
4 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash Yiannis Retreat accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please let Yiannis Retreat know your expected arrival time.

Please inform Yiannis Retreat of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

License number: 1139982

FAQs about Yiannis Retreat

  • Check-in at Yiannis Retreat is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yiannis Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Bicycle rental

  • The nearest beach is 2,600 feet from Yiannis Retreat. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yiannis Retreat is 2,300 feet from the center of Kato Zakros. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Yiannis Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Yiannis Retreat include:

    • Double
    • Apartment