Paralos Irini Mare

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“A family-run property on Crete’s infinitely-less-visited south coast. Rooms & suites are done with timeless style using plenty of natural materials, many with private pool. A peaceful place where guests can enjoy the good life; expect lazy days and languorous meals, all infused with island sunshine.”

Hotel review

Sitting just outside the village and beach of Agia Galini, this chic hillside property has been expertly run by the Milolidakis family for more than 30 years. Designed to replicate a traditional Cretan village, its timeless style is created mostly using natural materials such as wood, wicker and marble. Olive and mulberry trees provide shade around the three lovely pools, and there are also private pools attached to many of the bedrooms – all of which are either new or recently renovated, with slick, spacious bathrooms. Food is a real highlight here, with an emphasis on local and national specialities – popular dishes include the Greek classic souvlaki and salads made from organic vegetables grown on site. Staff and facilities are top-notch, including a gym, tennis court and five-a-side football pitch – this is just as welcoming a space for children as it is for adults.

Orla Thomas
Orla Thomas Review published: 17/03/2023

Recommended for

  • Active Holiday

    • Play a game of tennis, ping pong or football on site, hit the beach or hire some e-bikes and exlore!

  • Families

    • Spacious family friendly accommodations, near the beach and loads of activites on site and close by

  • Hideaway

    • Agia Galini is located on Crete's southern coast, which is relatively unknown to tourists

  • Restaurant

    • The restaurant celebrates both Greek and Cretan cuisine with many of the vegetables grown on site for a farm-to-table experience

  • Great walks

    • Nature lovers will love strolling the property gardens, but there are plenty of paths for keener walkers

  • Other Activities

    • It's five minutes' walk to the village where there are plenty of shops and restaurants

  • Private Pool

    • Some of the suites and junior suites either have a private pool or they share one

  • Views

    • The property offers rooms with both mountain views and lovely vistas out to sea

  • Sights nearby

    • The hippy enclave of Matala is 40 minutes by car and ideal for a day trip

  • Private Hot Tub

    • Some of the rooms boast a private terrace with outdoor hot tub

  • Tennis

    • On site tennis court (for a small fee) and table tennis

  • Beach nearby

    • A short walk from Agia Galini beach

  • On an island

    • Crete

  • Owner managed

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Family Suites

  • Quiet

  • Sea Views

  • Art Classes

  • Contemporary

  • Child friendly

  • Gym

Facilities

  • Rooms

    128 rooms in this hotel

  • Restaurant

    The restaurant celebrates both Greek and Cretan cuisine with many of the vegetables grown on site for a farm-to-table experience

  • Private Pool

    Some of the suites and junior suites either have a private pool or they share one

  • Views

    The property offers rooms with both mountain views and lovely vistas out to sea

  • Private Hot Tub

    Some of the rooms boast a private terrace with outdoor hot tub

  • Bicycle hire

    Rent an e-bike and get out exploring on two wheels

  • Bar

    All-day pool bar and sun-down Galini Bar

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Massage

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Outdoor dining

  • Family Suites

  • Air conditioning

  • Suites

  • Room service

  • Child friendly

  • Gym

  • Swimming Pool

Activities

  • Great walks

    • Nature lovers will love strolling the property gardens, but there are plenty of paths for keener walkers

  • Other Activities

    • It's five minutes' walk to the village where there are plenty of shops and restaurants

  • Sights nearby

    • The hippy enclave of Matala is 40 minutes by car and ideal for a day trip

  • Tennis

    • On site tennis court (for a small fee) and table tennis

  • Art Classes

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