Villa Diktynna: Accommodation in Hersonissos (Crete), Crete

Villa Diktynna offers 22 furnished apartments, each with a full kitchen and a private bathroom. The split-level maisonettes provide an attic bedroom with wooden ceilings and a separate living area, giving guests more space than standard studios. Every apartment includes a private terrace, with some overlooking the pool or the sea and the Lasithi mountains.

The outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by a sun terrace, where guests can order drinks, snacks, or ice cream from the on-site pool bar. Free private parking is available on the property, and the hotel offers express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and a free safe in each room. Air conditioning is available for an additional €7 per night, and daily housekeeping ensures the rooms are kept clean.

The pool bar serves hot snacks and light lunches, with a Greek salad recommended by guests. A barbecue evening is held once a week during summer, offering excellent value for money. Breakfast can be arranged upon request, and the bar also has a TV showing live sports events.

Villa Diktynna is located in the traditional village of Koutouloufari, just 1 km from the port of Hersonissos with its wide array of restaurants, cafés, and bars. The hotel is a short distance from archaeological sites such as the Palace of Festos and from traditional villages that offer local culture. Heraklion International Airport is 23 km away, reachable by taxi or shuttle.

The hotel is family-operated and creates a welcoming environment for families and couples seeking a quiet setting. The outdoor areas are filled with bougainvillea and other flowering plants, which gives the property the nickname 'The House of the Flowers'. Children can enjoy the pool and the surrounding village, while parents can relax on the spacious verandas.

Rooms: 22 split-level maisonettes with private terraces

Pool: Outdoor pool with sun terrace and pool bar

Parking: Free private parking on site

Dining: Pool bar snacks and weekly barbecue

Location: 1 km from Hersonissos port and restaurants

Service: Family-run, express check-in, luggage storage