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Elpida Village, hotel in Istro

Boasting stunning views of Istron and the sea, Elpida Village is set amid lush gardens and featuring a charming courtyard and outdoor pool, just 2625 feet from the sandy beach.

It’s really value for the money, good food and good staff and they are helpful. We stayed there for 3 nights and the experience was good.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
310 reviews
Price from$69.23per night
Istron Bay Hotel, hotel in Istro

The 5-star Istron Bay Hotel offers sea-view accommodations and a swimming pool overlooking the beautiful bay of Istron.

The location was excellent
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
564 reviews
Price from$219.65per night
Anemone Homes, hotel in Istro

Anemone Homes offers air-conditioned accommodations in Istro. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

The staff and owners are great friendly and clean. Views were amazing and location is great even without a car
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
163 reviews
Price from$78.31per night
Istron Blue, hotel in Istro

Featuring mountain views, Istron Blue in Istro offers accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

Manolis was very pleasant and helpful. He gave me a quick tour of the town when I arrived and he also arranged informal bicycle hire for me. He accomodated my request for 4 pillows. The bedding was very clean and the bed very comfortable. There was a washing machine on the premises - invaluable to a lightly-packed traveller. The maid was very friendly and pleasant
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
189 reviews
Price from$43.50per night
Istron Luxury Villas, hotel in Istro

Located on a hillside with views over the beautiful Istron Bay or located at the entrance of Istron village, Istron Luxury Villas offers stylish accommodations with private swimming pool, free WiFi...

Wonderful hosts, gorgeous villa, breathtaking view, great breakfast delivered to us. Two great beaches 3 and 15 mins away on foot. Agios Nikolaos was less than a 20 min drive away. Hosts went out of their way to help with any request we had. They cleaned the villa every day. Definitely recommend.
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
106 reviews
Price from$312.14per night
Istron Corner Apartments, hotel in Istro

Istron Corner Apartments offers accommodations in Istro, 7.2 miles from Lake Voulismeni and 6.9 miles from Panagia Vrefotrofos.

The apartment is so nice, it felt like home right away. Everything is just perfect, comfortable and has everything that you would need. Location is very convenient, next to all the restaurants and little stores, and 3 beaches are a few minutes walk away. Eleni is such a nice host, I don't want to leave and will definitely be back again. Thank you so much for everything!
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
12 reviews
Price from$65.26per night
Kounenos Apartments, hotel in Istro

With an outdoor pool overlooking the Cretan Sea, Kounenos Apartments offers self-catered accommodations with a wonderful view over the bay.

Apartment has the most amazing Mediterranean Sea view! -and I’ve seen hundreds. The view from these immaculate hillside apartments is truly spectacular. The host is a super-nice doctor and all amenities are here: great beds generous balconies, neat kitchen & spotless bathroom - including a crystal clear private pool. Great restaurants and beaches nearby also
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
219 reviews
Price from$71.35per night
Nectar Apartments, hotel in Istro

Featuring garden views, Nectar Apartments in Istro offers accommodations and a garden. With sea views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

The apartment is amazing, I would stay there for a month. Thank you.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
123 reviews
Price from$54.38per night
Villa Minoas Apartments, hotel in Istro

Villa Minoas Apartments is located in Istron, 6.2 mi from Agios Nikolaos, and only 230 feet from the beach. Its self-catered apartments enjoy views of the sea or the lush surroundings.

8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
83 reviews
Price from$119.64per night
Hara's apartment, hotel in Istro

Hara's apartment is located in Istro, just 7.9 miles from Lake Voulismeni and 7.7 miles from Panagia Vrefotrofos. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi.

8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
5 reviews
Price from$92.75per night
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What Guests Said About Istro:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    v nice family run hotel good size good design

    v nice family run hotel good size good design V nice room with sea view well maintained, good room and common area cleaning nice pool, good private beach - not crowed private parking good quite location will visit again and would recommend we had hire car, travel eastern side of the island and visited several of the other hotel options, we were pleased we booked Istron Bay.
    ian
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Istron itself is a small town with some conveniences like...

    Istron itself is a small town with some conveniences like ATM, tavernas etc. We stayed there not because we wanted to be in this particular town but because of the access it gave is to the surrounding area. With a car we could easily reach many beautiful beaches, ancient villages in the mountains, Ag Nicholas for history, churches etc. and some genuine Greek restaurants, mainly in villages. It is a good central point for many things that interest us.
    Jacqueline
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Istron is one of many small towns, on the main road between...

    Istron is one of many small towns, on the main road between Agios Nicolaos and Sitia.there are lovely beaches, tavernas and small supermarkets for all your needs Try eating at Mama Loutros, you will ot be disappointed!
    Fairchild
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Istron is a lovely place to stay with fantastic beaches and...

    Istron is a lovely place to stay with fantastic beaches and very friendly people. It is not an overly lively resort but has enough for older teens (Palace Bar was great and had lovely cocktails too and Friends had live music on some nights). It is also a great location to explore more of the island
    Yvonne
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    If you want to relax soak up good food people and sandy...

    If you want to relax soak up good food people and sandy beaches then stay for months on end. Car is always great to move around and get further out to towns like leopetra. There are nice restaurants all around the town and beyond. Never felt like I was short of choices and this trip was during April which many places close until the season.
    Avinash
    Malta
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We were there for the last week of the season (late Oct) so...

    We were there for the last week of the season (late Oct) so the hotel was half full and quiet, not sure what it would be like in high season, but we had a great time! Great location, good private beach, terraces, gardens and a great swimming pool alternative. Beautiful views. The food in the hotel was amazing - we had a breakfast and dinner deal which was perfect for us. Breakfast was a buffet with good choices every day. The evening meal was 4 courses - all delicious cretan food and different every night - we would consider staying here again just for the food! They also had a great selection of cretan wine - very well chosen - all delicious. Our room was simple and functional - perhaps more 'basic' than we were expecting. The double bed was (of course) two singles pushed together which wasn't so good. The wifi in the room was non existent - this could not be addressed, so we had to use the wifi in the bar (3 floors up). They should get this right for all rooms or make it clear that there is no wifi. Ending on a positive...we found all staff were all very welcoming, friendly and helpful, with 'good enough' to excellent English (our Greek is terrible..). We had a lovely stay and would go back.
    Richard
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Istro

  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 40 reviews
    We had a great time in Istron. The location is perfect: - 3min from Voulisma beach and other amazing small bay beaches. - 12min by car from Agios Nikolaos. - very nice & traditional villages around 15-30min ( Kritsa, Kroustas, etc). - next to the rooms there is a mini market that the owner runs, which is extremely convenient for daily stuff you need. The apartment is new, fully equiped & comfortable (washing maschine, iron available). Very friendly & welcoming owner!!! I would definitely recommend & revisit.
    Eneida
    Italy
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 30 reviews
    It is the most beautiful place we visited in the region, with an amazing view over the see and the mountains. It is very comfortable, well equipped, details are very well solved. Decoration in the garden, also lavander and fruit trees. The hosts will make you feel like at home. Super friendly, welcoming and helpful people. Highly recommend this place for everyone visiting Crete. If we come again in the east of the Crete island, we will undoubtedly book this place again.
    Nadia
    Switzerland
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 135 reviews
    We’ve got so new apartment, it was super comfortable and nice to stay and enjoy the end of our vacation on beautiful island of Crete. Beautiful Voulisma beach just 2 minutes by car or around 20 mins walking. Apartment is clean, with lots of beautiful interior things and overall it looks fabulous! Perfect place to relax like at home. Owners are very nice and friendly people! We’d love to come back one day! Thank you for the warm welcome! Greetings from Ukraine 🇺🇦
    Olha
    Ukraine
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 123 reviews
    Apartments are situated in very nice quiet place, every night we slept with the sounds of the sea. Rooms are with a nice view to the sea. Everything that we need hosts left for us in apartments. We felt like at home. Very important thing is that the most beautiful beaches on Crete are there, 5-10 minutes from apartments
    Rybalchenko
    Ukraine
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 146 reviews
    Loved the host, really helpful and friendly as were the rest of the staff. Loved the how peaceful Istron is and the location of the apartment. Bus service is good and can take you numerous places and very cheap. :Locals and friendly and helpful. Going back next year for 2 weeks.
    Sue
    United Kingdom
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 371 reviews
    Water views, great location, near all the restaurants and most importantly just a 5mij walk to Valusma Beach, best beach in Crete. We had the most amazing time and Dafne is so lovely, helpful and always go above and beyond for all the guests, she’s amazing!!
    Deborah
    Australia
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 209 reviews
    Maria is very nice and welcomed us well even though very late in the evening. Much appreciated fruit and fresh water. Very comfortable and clean bedroom, bathroom, living room and terrace. It is located in Istron a short distance from Voulisma beach.
    Francesco
    Italy
  • From $313.77 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 106 reviews
    The villa was spotlessly clean with a lovely salt water pool. The wonderful staff were beyond helpful and made us so welcome. All of the locals were very friendly, especially Dimitris the manager of the villas, he’s possibly the nicest man on Crete.
    A
    Anonymous
    United Kingdom
  • From $80.48 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 310 reviews
    They have a very welcoming and wonderful staff, ready to accomodate you're every request. The view from the breakfast bufee is wonderfull. You also have a pool, but let's face it, you come to crete to go to the beaches.
    Alexandru
    Romania
  • From $79.94 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 163 reviews
    The best stay in Crete with the most beautiful, friendly, hospitable and generous hosts! I would go back anytime! And the view is amazing! Beautiful beach with blue waters 5- 7min walk. Overall a lovely stay!
    Anca
    Romania
  • From $320.19 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 564 reviews
    In general I enjoyed my stay. It’s a dated hotel but very clean, the room view was nice. The staff is very kind, friendly especially Anna, very kind. Loved her, she made my day everyday at the dinner. 🫶🏽
    Indira
    Germany
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 123 reviews
    Just off the road but no road noise. Super views across the fields to the bay and the mountains. A joy to watch the effects of the sunrise on the mountain ranges lying in bed or from the spacious balcony
    John
    United Kingdom
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 371 reviews
    The property had a beautiful view of Istron bay. Our studio apartment was very clean and had everything we needed during our stay. We enjoyed our terrace with the views every night.
    MIRA
    Canada
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 42 reviews
    Beautiful apartment, just like the pictures. Great guidance, kind host, very well equiped - even with small presents from the host :) Great view and the nearby bay is really nice.
    Gonda
    Hungary
  • From $320.19 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 564 reviews
    The view from the hotel is spectacular to a nice bay. Also the resort's staff was helpful and nice. These were the only positive experiences during our stay at Istron Bay Hotel.
    Antal
    Hungary
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 209 reviews
    We loved our stay at Maria’s apartments. Maria and her family are very sweet and kind and made our stay in Istro so memorable. Walking distance to two beautiful, calm beaches.
    Laina
    Australia
  • From $320.19 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 564 reviews
    Well, the view is very nice. It's a beautiful bay in Crete, only for this hotel. The sea water is calm, there are not many people around you and the sea experience is nice.
    Chen Le
    Czech Republic
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 57 reviews
    Amazing setting and part of an old hotel that owns everything in the bay... like something out of a 1920s novel .. gorgeous views.
    Atkinson
    United Kingdom
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 371 reviews
    Location, view, uncomplicated, friendly, clean, easy access to one of the best sandy beaches in Crete!!!
    Giacomo
    Italy
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 49 reviews
    The property was beautiful and had an amazing view of the bay!
    Lauren
    United States of America