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Aris Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star beach hotel with restaurant

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Property grounds
Garden
Exterior
Family Suite
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Paleochora, Kantanos-Selino, Crete Island, 73001
  • Venetian Castle
    6 min walk
  • Palaiochora Beach
    8 min walk
  • Museum of the Acritans of Europe
    8 min walk

Room options

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

  • 19 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Economy Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor | Room amenity

Economy Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Suite

Family Suite

  • 26 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Palaiochora

Walk to the beach.Stay at this Kantanos-Selino hotel and you'll be within 32 miles (52 km) of Chryssoskalitissa Monastery and Elafonissi Beach. Samaria Gorge is also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Venetian Castle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palaiochora Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Museum of the Acritans of Europe - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Elafonissi Beach - 49 min drive - 49.0 km
  • Kedrodasos Beach - 61 min drive - 29.0 km

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Votsalo - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Vakakis - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Odysseia - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Μέθεξις - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jetee Beach Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Aris Hotel

4-star beach hotel with restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Aris Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Mediterranean Kantanos-Selino hotel is smoke free.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1988
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Aris Hotel offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. 32-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Kantanos-Selino hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel - This property has received certification as a Boutique Hotel under the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel certification scheme.

Languages

English, German, Greek, Swedish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–11:00 AM: EUR 10 per person
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Individually decorated
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofing
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 5.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 7.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 5.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Aris Hotel Kantanos-Selino
Aris Kantanos-Selino
Aris Hotel Hotel
Aris Hotel Kantanos-Selino
Aris Hotel Hotel Kantanos-Selino

Aris Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was a very clean and convenient hotel. The breakfast which was included was delicious
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love staying here and have done so many times over the years. Back in a few days to complete an excellent holiday overall.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel just outside of the main village, very clean and quiet. The hotel was recently renovated and is very good condition, there is also a tasty complimentary breakfast. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

BENOIT LOUIS H VAN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owners and staff. Great location near port and center. Nice breakfast. Season had finished so only skeleton staff. Shower very small.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for strolling to port, restaurants and beaches. Lovely garden setting. Terrific welcome on arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Valerie

A good stay with one disappointment.
Booked a partial sea view but were not allocated one. Our room overlooked the garden which although pleasant enough it is not what we booked. Yiannis did apologise but it makes me insecure about what room I might be given if I wish to stay again,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

M. Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff of this hotel were very accommodating. We enjoyed meeting them very much. Thank you for all your help!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Travelling Thomas’s 3 days in Palechora
Amazing little hotel - chic and artsy. Comfortable bed, great roof terrace with hammocks, very good breakfast included and free use of cycles. Could not fault it.
View from front courtyard
Our room
Roof Terrace
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A hotel with a little extra.
We were very happy with our stay at the Aris Hotel. Staff were helpful and friendly. Everywhere was spotless and well maintained to a high standard. A good choice was available at breakfast and well presented observing Covid hygiene regulations. The garden was a special feature with lovely planting and quirky, interesting sculptures a delightful feature all made from locally recycled wood and stone. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Arty Hotel
Good clean basic hotel very arty and close to town rooms at back more spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Fair
Clean, adequate, basic accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sunny Paleochora and the Hotel Arise
Arise Hotel is past the main dock from the bus station, which was our mode of transportation into Paleochora. The extra 5 or so minute walk is well worth the investment. The welcome is very friendly from this family run hotel. You will be challenged to believe the hotel is 30 years old. Our rooms were new with great air conditioning, ceiling fans and a working bathroom fan. There are free bicycles to use when heading back to the beach or going for a meal. We enjoyed the breakfasts at the hotel and visited many local restaurants for great Meals. The hotel has a lovely veranda where you can enjoy your breakfast or drinks in the afternoon before dinner or for nightcap. The hotel is very quiet and it seems the sun always shines on the Hotel Arise.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Definitely stay again. Perfect location. Front of hotel room great, possibly refurbished. Only downside not good for wifi unless downstairs (but could have been my phone) breakfast good, but not restocked if you arrived later say 9.30. Missed out on small things like pastries. Otherwise great and AC also as well as opened all year.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Panos, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay!
Lovely family run hotel. Comfortable, clean and very close to the village centre (5 minutes walk). On the morning we got up really early to go to the Samaria gorge, they prepared for us a lunch pack for the day as we would miss breakfast!

8/10 Good

Yichien, Taiwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the warmest in the winter is the kind host
The host /manager is very kind, great breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

David, Sevenoaks

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Away from the crowds
Very nice atmosphere and would happily go there again.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
friendly informal hotel
A neat clean and tidy hotel. Friendly staff and attentive but not in your face. Mattress was. a bit too hard for me but overall very happy with our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Diana, London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely budget hotel in Paleochora
Aris Liatakis and his family run this lovely, friendly and well situated budget hotel close to the pebble beach side of the peninsula of Paleochora. The rooms and facilities are simple but comfortable, at a great price, with nice views from either balconies or terraces (depending on your room), onto the lovely hotel gardens (full of foliage and flowers and interesting garden sculptures) or over one row of rooftops to the sea and mountains. The hotel is 5-10 minutes' walk from either the sandy or pebble public beaches, also close to some very nice restaurants, 5 minutes to the boat that goes to Elafonisi, Sougia, Agia Roumeli, etc. Nice breakfasts, including freshly squeezed orange juice, and a bar service for Greek coffee and other drinks when you need. And, importantly, really friendly, helpful and relaxed staff.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Aris Hotel
very friendly, safe and warm atmosphere, 24 access, and great views.

10/10 Excellent

Emil B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleased with the hotel/room
We went to Crete for a week holiday and decided to go for two nights to the south side of the island and just wanted the cheepest hotel as we where going for sightseeing and were just sleeping at the hotel. We lived at Sirios Village for the week and that was all-inclusive four star hotel. The standard on Aris room was better then Sirios. Beds where softer, pillows fantastic, and if you dont have any high expectations on the breakfast it will do. Simple and good. Freshpressed juice served at the table was very nice. At Sirios we got Fanta from a machine. We can recommend this hotel any time for anyone. Just one thing, if you want to live close to the beach this is the wrong side of the village. But its a 10 min walk in slow pace so no need to cry about it.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good value,close to sea and village
modern,nice garden,clean,friendly family run hotel and very good buffet continental breakfast.