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Vafes Traditional Stone Houses

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel in Apokoronas
your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
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Triple Room | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains
House, 2 Bedrooms | Living area
House, 3 Bedrooms | Bathroom
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
The price is AU$72
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May

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Vafes, Apokoronas, Crete Island, 73007
  • Popular LocationDourakis Winery9 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Kournas17 min drive
  • Popular LocationAlmyrida Beach31 min drive
  • AirportChania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)53 min drive

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6/10 Okay

If you want traditional this is it. Lack of utensils, hot water not on when we arrived had to ask how. Bed creaking.
Janet
May 20, 2023
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Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2013
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2013
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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House, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

House, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed OR 4 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

House, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2013
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Apokoronas

Vafes Traditional Stone Houses is located in Apokoronas. Agios Nikolaos Fort and Ancient City of Aptera are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Souda and Dourakis Winery. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as windsurfing.
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What's nearby

  • Dourakis Winery - 9 min drive
  • Lake Kournas - 17 min drive
  • Lake Kournas - 19 min drive
  • Georgioupolis Beach - 24 min drive
  • Almyrida Beach - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Γρηγόρης - 12 min drive
  • Καφφε Μαρέντη - 10 min drive
  • Titos - 11 min drive
  • Dourakis Winery - 9 min drive
  • Σουβλατζιδικο "Η Χρυσούλα - 13 min drive

About this property

Vafes Traditional Stone Houses

Property highlights
At Vafes Traditional Stone Houses, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a fireplace in reception. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a snack bar/deli.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in and multilingual staff
  • A TV in reception, barbecues and smoke-free property
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and hairdryers
  • Fridges, cookware/dishes/utensils and free infant beds

Languages

English, Greek

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: EUR 5 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Synantisis

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1950
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 5 for adults and from EUR 5 for children
  • Air conditioning fee: EUR 5

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Traditional Stone Houses
Vafes Traditional Stone Houses
Vafes Traditional Stone Houses Apokoronas
Vafes Traditional Stone Houses Hotel
Vafes Traditional Stone Houses Hotel Apokoronas
Vafes Trational Stone Houses
Vafes Traditional Stone Houses Hotel
Vafes Traditional Stone Houses Apokoronas
Vafes Traditional Stone Houses Hotel Apokoronas

Frequently asked questions

Is Vafes Traditional Stone Houses pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vafes Traditional Stone Houses?

As of 17 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vafes Traditional Stone Houses on 18 May 2024 start from AU$67.37, including 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.

How much is parking at Vafes Traditional Stone Houses?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Vafes Traditional Stone Houses?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vafes Traditional Stone Houses?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Vafes Traditional Stone Houses provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Vafes Traditional Stone Houses located?

Situated in Apokoronas, this hotel is within 9 miles (15 km) of Dourakis Winery, Church of the Holy Spirit Fre and Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori. Kalyváki and Georgioupolis Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Vafes Traditional Stone Houses Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Janet

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Traditional
If you want traditional this is it. Lack of utensils, hot water not on when we arrived had to ask how. Bed creaking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasimir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wedding stop over
We needed a stop over for my daughter wedding so booked this a while ago and with a drive of 50 mins from our holiday hotel we thought this being 14 mins away from the winery venue would be much better. We got to the village ok but couldn't find the Stonehouse but did email before to see where we get the keys from and it was the café. we got there and there didn't speak very good English but I take this as I should have learnt Greek so my bad really. There was taken to the room and we thought it was very nice but after wash and we were on our way to the venue and not back till 1am. So no problem and really loved this Stonehouse but on look at the booking and after looking on line it seems we were give a villa not the 1 double bed and 2 single with a bath the villa only had a shower? a disappointment as I can remember I did pay more at the time. Also when taking to I think it was the cook she said the café was open 24/7 but when we left at 7.30am it was closed and had to leave the key in the room? didn't like to do this but no other away we could have done this. That said I would recommend this place but make sure you get what you pay for and would go back as we think we still got value for the money paid.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Noel, Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Modern twist in old style in small Cretan village
Fabulous accomadation as it is all new and authentic with a modern twist as regards facilities. consisted of living room with bedroom upstairs(on Suite). Balcony outside. From living room through outside space to seperate kitchen. Space was really too large for a couple. We stayed 3 days but the accomodation would be suitable if you settled in for a week. Village is very small with one very good tavern. Probably good for walking tours. You would definately need your own car.

10/10 Excellent

Judy, Amersham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming traditional house with panoramic view
We were expecting an apartment but this was a house with two bathrooms, living room, kitchen and bedroom plus two balconies and a stupendous view extending180 degrees across to the mountains and all the way to the coast. It was very quiet and private. Vafes is small and friendly but only a 5 minute drive down the hill to Vrisses which has all the amenities needed such as shops and restaurants. You can access the National Highway from Vrisses and it's just a short drive to the coast at Georgioupouli or to many other small towns and villages. The area is excellent for walking.

10/10 Excellent

lidia, Serbia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wild nature on the beautiful island of Crete
The most beautiful place where you can experience the Cretan tradition, cuisine, music, meet and get to know the Cretans.The house was very spacious and comfortable with a fully equipped kitchen, fireplace, courtyard with barbecue all in the traditional style, very nice and tastefully framed.The owners are very kind hospitable always available for everything you need with a smile on his face.In their taverns can get breakfast, lunch, real Cretan specialties, you can even agree on what and when you want to eat.I read some bad reviews for this accommodation such is not clean , there is no wifi in the room and things like that .IF you want luxury and wifi in the room, maid every day you have to pay a lot more than what it costs this accommodation so that it is not okay to write such comments,you get what you pay ,but sometimes it is not true because we have paid a much higher price in Rethymnon and get less than here even though it was wifi in the room, etc.All who love to experience the real Crete recommend to visit this place.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect tradional village
The apartment was perfect, everything we needed with loads of character. The village was amazing, hardly anyone spoke english, which was no problem as the whole community would help us out! The food from the apartment host's taverna was simple traditional greek food, at a price you wouldn't believe. Across the road was a minimarket where all the locals went to drink raki of an evening. They even bought us some, and the owner gave us plenty of nice little plates of nibbles - we only went in for a packet of tissues!! All in all, a perfect apartment in a perfect village.

10/10 Excellent

Dawid, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Something special.
This hotel is place in traditional village in mountains. The houses are made from big stones and handcrafted wooden beams. Beads are traditionally made out of wood they have got nice carvings on them. Village is very small and compact with narrow streets. People are very friendly. Food provided by owners of the hotel is excellent, made from local products. Tavern it self is very special, on the walls you can find old guns and pictures of local people who has fought for independence.

4/10 Poor

CHANEL

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wohnen wie früher mit Luxus von heute
Top sauber, viel Platz, Dorfleben inkludiert!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020