“A characterful guesthouse set in a pretty and relatively undiscovered village right on the coast. Rooms are bursting with history with plenty of antiques, exposed beams, and beautiful polished wooden floors. Traditional breakfasts are served and there are two sandy beaches within walking distance.”
“A characterful guesthouse set in a pretty and relatively undiscovered village right on the coast. Rooms are bursting with history with plenty of antiques, exposed beams, and beautiful polished wooden floors. Traditional breakfasts are served and there are two sandy beaches within walking distance.”
Hotel Review
Panormos has lots of 'away from it all' charm, but in fact it's just off the main coast highway, only 25km from the sights of Rethymno and an hour from Heraklion airport. In the oldest part of this little harbour village, an arched gateway leads through a high stone wall into Villa Kynthia's secret, flower-filled courtyard, where an ancient pine tree shades a decent sized pool and café-style tables. Breakfast is served here (or in a spacious breakfasting kitchen). The owners, who restored this 19th century building, have kept period touches such as painted or wood-beamed ceilings and polished parquet floors in bedrooms. Furnishings are in keeping, with dark wood furniture, wine-coloured fabrics, vintage carpets, and big brass beds with spotless white linen. Some rooms have balconies, and two can be combined to create family-sized accommodation. There's also a mezzanine apartment with kitchenette and direct access to the pool courtyard, making it ideal for families. Service is friendly and helpful – there's a real sense that nothing is too much trouble here.
Written by Robin Gauldie
Recommended For
- Full of character
- The building dates back to the 1890s and is utterly charming with bags of original character and packed with antiques
- Hideaway
- Panormos is a small and pretty-much undiscovered village on the north coast of Crete
- Groups
- The property has just five bedrooms making it an ideal option for a group trip
- Beach Life
- There are two sandy (and relatively secluded) beaches within walking distance
- Great walks
- The White Mountains have miles of scenic walking trails and are well-suited to serious hikers
- Other Activities
- There's plenty to explore in the nearby Venetian town of Rethymnon (perfect for a day trip)
- Sights nearby
- There are a a couple of Byzantine chapels to discover in Panormos itself
- Snorkelling
- On offer at the nearby beach
- Local markets
- Birdwatching
- Diving
- Watersports
- No restaurant
- Breakfast is served
- Sit-out Terrace
- Airport
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Family Suites
- Views
- Intimate
- Charming
- Beach nearby
- Village
- B&B
Facilities
- Airport transfer
- Heraklion is 32.4 miles away. Surcharge for collection.
- Walking distance restaurants
- Plenty of local tavernas nearby
- No restaurant
- Breakfast is served
- Sit-out Terrace
- Air conditioning
- No pets
- Outdoor dining
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Family Suites
- Parking
- Safe
- Views
- Wifi
- Sitting Room
- Garden
- Swimming Pool
Activities
- Great walks
- The White Mountains have miles of scenic walking trails and are well-suited to serious hikers
- Other Activities
- There's plenty to explore in the nearby Venetian town of Rethymnon (perfect for a day trip)
- Sights nearby
- There are a a couple of Byzantine chapels to discover in Panormos itself
- Snorkelling
- On offer at the nearby beach
- Local markets
- Birdwatching
- Diving
- Watersports
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