All our dwellings are 2-storey (maisonettes) with unlimited views to the mountain and the sea. They are exclusively built in stone and wood to match their surroundings.
Each is built at a different level due to the ground's steep slope, with common courtyards as well as independent verandas or balconies and quiet corners.
All dwellings have 2 main entrances with traditional rustic locks and big iron keys. They are decorated with many small folklore objects and antiques. All incorporate the same comforts and luxury, although they differ in size and layout.
The reception area is common for all dwellings, presenting the image of a small coffee house where visitors may taste tsikoudia, wine, herbs and local dishes. During their stay, visitors can buy all types of local products as well as a small variety of necessity items. This area provides the possibility of internet connection and also includes a small library, CDs, DVDs and board games. The settlement also includes a large traditional wood-oven and barbecue, swimming pool, well-equipped gym and steam bath.
FOOD AND RESTAURANTS:All villas are self-catering. On arrival guests receive a welcome pack containing bottled water, tea, coffee, juice, yoghurt, butter, marmalade, honey, cheese, ham, eggs, olive oil, vegetables, fruits, cornflakes, cakes, biscuits and other foods.
All the villas have a fully equipped kitchen with a complete set of cutlery and cookware.
Samonas has a small shop on-site, selling everything from home-made sweets, raki, spaghetti, smoked meat, refreshments and alcoholic drinks, including a wide selection of Cretan wines. The shop also sells sun cream, shampoo and toothpaste. Books, CDs of Greek music and DVDs are all also available.
HOTEL AMENITIESParking (fee required), Restaurant, Pets Allowed, Room Service, Bar, Fitness Center, Newspapers, Garden, Terrace, Non Smoking Rooms, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Family Rooms, Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Bridal Suite, Free Parking, Internet Services, Express Checkin/Checkout, Safety Deposit Box, Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Soundproof Rooms, Bicycle Rent, Library, Shoe Shine, Walking, Chapel/Shrine, BBQ Facilities, Packed Lunches, Car Rental, Cycling, Turkish/Steam Bath, Heating, Fax/Photocopy, Hammam, Luggage Storage, Shops in Hotel, Gay Friendly, Outdoor Swimming Pool, .
OTHER HOTEL INFORMATION::The prices are for a minimum stay of 3 nights per house for 2 people.
ROOM DESCRIPTIONS:All dwellings incorporate the same comforts and luxury, although they differ in size and layout.
On the ground floor, there is a fully-equipped built-in kitchen with
oven, ceramic stove, refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, coffee pot, toaster, small electric sweeper, pressure cooker and a whole line of well-known kitchen items and top quality dinner service.
The dining room features a large table made of wood and marble and hand-made engraved chairs.
After dinner, relax in the sitting room with fireplace, TV, DVD player, stereo, telephone and double or triple couch with orthopaedic mattresses, which easily converts to 2 single or one double bed.
Upstairs there is a bedroom with double bed with orthopaedic mattress, toilet, mirror, wardrobe, screen, full-length mirror, iron, ironing board and telephone.
The bathroom with shower also has a washing machine, washer-dryer and hairdryer.
All dwellings have at least one independent courtyard or veranda and balcony with traditional outdoor furniture.
Apart from the fireplace, all dwellings have air conditioning on both floors and hot water from solar and electric water heater.
All furniture is hand-made, carved made from beech. The linen draperies are embroidered and of top quality while the quilts and pillows are feather.
NEARBY THE HOTELApokoronas Prefecture is well known for its hospitable inhabitants, its beautiful traditional villages and its unique natural beauty. It is worth visiting all the villages, since each one has its own particular colour, traditions, folkways and history.
The nearest beach in Kalyves is located at a distance of 12 km, while you may also visit the beach of Almyrida (14 km) and Georgioupoli (30 km), all clean and awarded with the blue flags.
You may visit Stylos springs, walk along rivers Kiliaris, Xydias or Almyros, marvel the biotope of Georgioupoli and the unique Kourna Lake found in Crete.
If you prefer the mountain, there are also many trails to follow. From Kares you will ascend the small stone-built structures of shepherds at location Gournes.
From Kambi you may start for the Volika refuge at an altitude of 1450 m where the only access is by foot, or Psychro Pigadi, a location with a view virtually to the whole north part of the prefecture.
The gorge of Diktamos, 10 km long, is spectacular. Inside the other very near gorge of the area the Ramni-Macheri you will come across the Byzantine church of Agios Nikolaos as well as of Agios Mamas. Other Byzantine monuments include the castle, Panagia Serviotissa near Stylos, Agios Ioannis Theologos, the monastery of Agios Georgios in Karydi.
It would be an omission not to visit Aptera, with remains from the ancient, Byzantine and Roman eras.
The Minoan tombs in the same area are also impressive.
In the entire region there are more than 200 caves, the nearest Samonas cave located next to our settlement as well as the church of Agios Samonas.
However, Chania and Crete are not limited here. Maybe all these are just a small, good start. Going around the area you will come across hospitable coffee houses and beautiful taverns with traditional Cretan cuisine.
No matter your choice eventually, the only thing certain is that you will be delighted with all your senses. We wish its recollection will bring you back soon to us.
DRIVING DIRECTIONSBy Car:
- From Chania's airport you can drive to Souda Harbour and then to Rethimno.
- After a few kilometres, turn right to the village of Stylos.
- Pass through the village and after the last houses, turn again to the right and drive 5 km up to the mountain.
- At the top of the hill is Samonas you will find our hotel.
The road is winding but the view is amazing.
FREE CANCELLATION POLICYCancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 22 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled up to 15 days before date of arrival, 25 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled up to 8 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled up to 4 days before date of arrival, 75 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years are charged EUR 20.00 per stay for cots.
All children under 12 years are charged EUR 25.00 per night and person for extra beds.
All older children or adults are charged EUR 35.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 2.
Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.
VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is included.
Internet: Internet via modem is available in some hotel rooms and charges are applicable.
Internet via modem is available in the business centre and charges are applicable.
Meal Plan: This hotel has no meal services.
Parking: Free Public parking is possible on site.
Pets: Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
How to reserve
Samonas Traditional Settlement
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Free Cancellation
The cancellation of the reservation does not involve any additional costs if carried out within the terms of our cancellation policy. In order not to incur in any penalty, you must respect the the terms and conditions of the cancellation accommodation, that you will find published either in the cancellation of the reservation page or inside the reservation form.
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