• Apartments
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning

Set right on Platanias beach, on grounds full of orange and olive trees, this apartment-style hotel suits guests in search of a memorable Cretan vacation. Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway or fun family vacation, Hotel Caretta Beach caters to your every need. Spend the day relaxing on your balcony and enjoy stunning views of the Aegean Sea. Traditional Cretan cuisine is available at the beach pavilion, where you can also enjoy breakfast at a time that suits you best. If you prefer, you can also make use of the kitchenette and facilities in your spacious guest unit. The outdoor pool provides a great alternative to swimming in the sea and includes a special kids section. This way you can watch your children splash in the water while sipping a refreshing drink at Caretta's bar. Tours of the island, as well as hiking trips and rental bikes, can be arranged at the front desk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Gerani, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3!

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Free Parking Available On Site

Reliable Info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.4
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  • Serban
    Romania Romania
    The location is perfect, right on the beach. You have almost anything you need in the same place: nice rooms, very good food, not crowded beach, cold beer/cocktails... The view to the sea from balcony is amazing. The place is quiet and perfect for...
  • Kat
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely family atmosphere. Excellent staff, friendly, open, smiling, nothing is too much. Chef Katherina is a gem, authentic, homemade dinners, cooked every day 😋. Thank you, guys, for making our stay unforgettable ❤️. Thea, Keri, Eleni and Adonis...
  • Viacheslav
    Sweden Sweden
    The first and most important - here I’ve me the nicest staff ever (thank you Thea, Katerina and everyone). Rooms (Ive lived in 2) are nicer (renovated) than on photos. Food can be delivered to the beach or a room, very delicious grill food, and...

Hosted by Karin, Emmanouil, Alexandros

9.6
9.6
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Karin, Emmanouil, Alexandros
Dear Guest, please allow us to introduce ourselves. We Karen, Manolis and Alexander are the family owning the Caretta Beach and we would be very excited to welcome you in our Hotel. We are looking forward to your visit!
Gerani is a nice small waterfront village close to Platanias. There are plenty of taverns, bars, supermarkets for you to choose from all of them withing walking distance of the Caretta Beach
Languages spoken: German,Greek,English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Horizon Seaview Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Greek • Mediterranean
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of Hotel Caretta Beach
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Soundproof
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Beach umbrellas
    Additional charge
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Transportation
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Car rental
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Miscellaneous
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Safe
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • Greek
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 10 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Kindly note that all units are non-smoking.

License number: 1042K032A0165200

FAQs about Hotel Caretta Beach

  • Hotel Caretta Beach has 1 restaurant:

    • Horizon Seaview Restaurant

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

  • The prices at Hotel Caretta Beach may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Hotel Caretta Beach is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Hotel Caretta Beach can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

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

  • Hotel Caretta Beach has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

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

  • Guests staying at Hotel Caretta Beach can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

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

  • Hotel Caretta Beach is 1.5 miles from the center of Gerani. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Hotel Caretta Beach. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hotel Caretta Beach offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Fishing
    • Beachfront
    • Swimming pool
    • Beach
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bike tours
    • Private beach area

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