"Adorable hosts, beautifully designed room and common areas"
Michel from Canada
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"The hotel is located right in the center of Pitsidia."
Damian from Poland
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"It was really value for money . I was there during the festival and this was the only place that did not tripple their prices"
Anonymous from Greece
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"good choice of breakfasts"
Zoe from France
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"The rooms are very clean and the owner, Kirsten, is friendly, helpful and a delightful host!"
Stephanie B from United States
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Pension Aretoussa: 3-star guest house in quiet Pitsidia village with flower garden
Accommodations
Pension Aretoussa offers 10 air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and tiled floors. Each room has a private terrace that overlooks the flower garden and fills the space with natural sunlight. Guests can choose between a Double/Twin Room with Garden View or a street-facing economy room, both with access to the garden terrace.
Guest Facilities
The property provides free on-site private parking and an airport shuttle service (pick-up and drop-off). A shared lounge and TV area, luggage storage, and a tour desk are available for guests. Car hire can be arranged directly at the guest house, and accessible parking is offered for those with mobility needs.
Breakfast and Dining
Each morning, an à la carte breakfast is served, including fruit salads, omelets, and other chosen items from the menu. The hotel is rated highly by guests for the quality of its breakfast offerings. Local restaurants and a supermarket are within walking distance in the village of Pitsidia.
Location and Attractions
Kommos Beach is 1.5 km from Pension Aretoussa, and Matala Beach is a short bus ride away (bus stop nearby). The archaeological site of Phaistos is 8 km from the guest house, and the Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 11 km away. Heraklion International Airport is 60 km distant, reachable via the hotel's shuttle service.
Activities and Experiences
Guests can borrow board games and puzzles from the on-site collection for leisure indoors. Outside, cycling, hiking, and horse riding are available in the surrounding countryside. The hotel's garden terrace provides outdoor furniture and sun umbrellas for relaxation between excursions.
Highlights
Location: Quiet Pitsidia village, 1.5 km from Kommos Beach