Featuring mountain views, Villa Minos Plaka offers accommodation with a balcony, around 1.3 km from Almirida Beach. This villa features a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is soundproof and is set 1.5 km from Vrasco Beach. The spacious villa comes with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Offering air conditioning, the villa offers PS3, Blu-ray player and a iPod docking station. This villa is allergy-free and non-smoking. There is a snack bar on-site. For guests with children, the villa provides an indoor play area and a baby safety gate. If you would like to discover the area, cycling and hiking are possible in the surroundings. Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 39 km from Villa Minos Plaka, while Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori is 5.4 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 33 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Fishing

Billiards

Windsurfing


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Plaka
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Magnus
    Sweden Sweden
    The villa was fully equipped with everything needed for self-catering. It was clean and featured a stunning pool with a beautiful view. In Plaka, there are two supermarkets and a few tavernas just a 5-minute walk away.
  • Hilary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The villa is exceptional. In 25 years of holidaying in Crete, it is one of the best properties we’ve stayed in. The views from the property are beautiful and the accommodation is very comfortable and extremely well equipped. Communication with the...
  • Sarah
    Vietnam Vietnam
    Nice location although area can be hilly Lots and lots of space spread out over 3 floors Easy check in Amazing view Nice pool with a quiet pump

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by George

Company review score: 9.6Based on 22 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Villa Minos is a spacious and exclusive 3-bedroomed villa, ideally located within the traditional village of Plaka, above Almyrida. Inside, the villa is set over 3 floors, is fully air-conditioned and is surrounded by private gardens with lawn, palm trees and shrubs. Spacious terraces provide unforgettable views over the pool and the blue sea. The ground floor (pool level) is a spacious open plan area featuring double bed, comfortable sofas, satellite TV, a kitchenette (perfect for preparing poolside meals) and a shower room. A staircase leads up to the first floor, where the main living area is located. There is a huge lounge with adjoining kitchen and dining area, together with a WC. The kitchen, modern and fully equipped, features a dishwasher, washing machine, 4 cooking rings, oven, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge/freezer. Large patio doors lead to the panoramic terraces, furnished with tables and chairs. The 2 further bedrooms (respectively a double and a twin) together with a family bathroom with bathtub are located on the second floor. Both the bedrooms enjoy the most breathtaking views over the sea and have direct access to a sea facing balcony.

Neighbourhood information

Plaka is one of the prettiest villages of Crete, offering breathtaking views over the sea and offering a wide array of excellent traditional tavernas. More and more appreciated by the international clientele, is now an upmarket holiday destination, just a few min away from the beautiful sandy beaches of Almyrida. Just a five minute walk from the center of village of Plaka which offers a choice of minimarkets and tavernas. A five minute drive will take you down to the resort centre of Almyrida where there is a lovely sandy beach along with a selection of bars, shops and tavernas.

Languages spoken

Greek,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Villa Minos Plaka
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    • Dressing room
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional toilet
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Blu-ray player
    • Game console – PS3
    • iPod dock
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • Satellite channels
    • Video games
    • CD player
    • DVD player
    • Radio
    • TV
    • Pay-per-view channels
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Fold-up bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Ironing facilities
    • Pants press
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Barbecue
    • Private pool
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Seasonal
    • All ages welcome
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Food & Drink
    • Fruits
    • Snack bar
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Live music/performance
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Pub crawls
      Additional charge
    • Beach
    • Water park
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Mini golf
      Additional charge
    • Snorkelling
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Diving
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Bowling
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Darts
      Additional charge
    • Windsurfing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Billiards
      Additional charge
    • Fishing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Inner courtyard view
    • Landmark view
    • Mountain view
    • Pool view
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Entertainment and family services
    • Baby safety gates
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Evening entertainment
      Additional charge
    • Nightclub/DJ
      Additional charge
    Shops
    • Barber/beauty shop
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • Greek
    • English

    House rules
    Villa Minos Plaka takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay you can pay for any extras using Visa, Mastercard and Cash only.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Villa Minos Plaka in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    License number: 1094938

    FAQs about Villa Minos Plaka

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Villa Minos Plaka can accommodate the following group size:

      • 7 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Villa Minos Plaka is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, Villa Minos Plaka is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Minos Plaka on this page.

    • The prices at Villa Minos Plaka may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Villa Minos Plaka offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Billiards
      • Bowling
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Darts
      • Windsurfing
      • Evening entertainment
      • Water park
      • Nightclub/DJ
      • Swimming Pool
      • Live music/performance
      • Pub crawls
      • Beach

    • Villa Minos Plaka is 400 yards from the centre of Plaka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The nearest beach is just 700 yards from Villa Minos Plaka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Minos Plaka on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Villa Minos Plaka on this page.

    • Villa Minos Plaka has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 3 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.