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Yiannis Retreat
Kato Zakros, Kato Zakros, 72300, Greece – Excellent location – show map
Yiannis Retreat
Set in a fragrant garden, Yiannis Retreat is a traditional complex of stone houses in the lush valley of Kato Zakros in Crete. It offers free bicycles and self-catered accommodations 2625 feet from the beach. The air-conditioned rooms at the Retreat Yiannis have wooden ceilings, stone walls traditional decorative items. Each includes a kitchenette with a dining area, a microwave and fridge. Guests are provided with products such as coffee, jam, olive oil and local spices. All units have a balcony or patio with views to the garden. Guests can relax in the garden that is created on 3 different levels with private corners, deck chairs and swings. A garden with organic fruits and vegetables is available for guests. Scenic Zakros village is 5 mi away and has shops and small cafés. On the beach in Kato Zakros Bay there are some taverns serving Cretan cuisine. The famous Gorge of the Dead is a 2-minute drive, while Sitia Airport is at 25 mi. Free private parking is available on site.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Lauren
United States of America“Everything was exceptional. The grounds were gorgeous and we had three terraces to relax on. The room was small but charming with traditional stonework and an updated bathroom with good water pressure (not easy to come by in Crete!). The hostess...” 
Eva
United Arab Emirates“This was my second stay at Yiannis and equally great as the first time :) Tidy room stocked with everything you may need, daily cleaning, laundry on site, all facilites are perfectly functional. A great improvement from last year - new doors on...”
James United States of America“Possibly the best beach “resort” I’ve ever stayed. It has a wonderfully unassuming elegance. The staff couldn’t be kinder and the town decreases your blood pressure the minute you pull up.”
Clarke
Canada“This is the best hotel I have ever stayed at. The Ritz cannot compete with the level of service and attention to detail that the owner takes to make her guests feel at home. Absolute paradise! 11/10 experience.”
Mind3
Lithuania“We liked everything here. Our stay here was perfect. Facilities were great - clean, cozy, comfortable and had everything what is needed. Very calm and beautiful place. We really liked Lavazza coffee machine in the room and daily local food bucket...”- Akis
Germany“The patio, the view, the room, the goodies, the stuff and the kittens!” 
Beth United States of America“A lovely and quiet and very comfortable place to stay on the far east side of Crete. The area is very natural and beautiful. The gardens are luxurious and well tended. It's very close to the Gorge of the Dead trail head (end point) and about 15...”
Belbrit
Belgium“This is the 3rd time we visited Kato Zakros and although we were always very happy with our previous stays, Yiannis retreat was exeptional! Surrounded in a beautiful garden and being spoilt with fresh fruit, cake and biscuits(every day!!) we...”
Alexios
United Kingdom“A hidden paradise on the far East side of Crete. Peaceful, quiet, charming and calm an ideal place if you want to forget about everything and relax. Fantastic hospitality from the hosts, this place exceeded by far our expectations. A 2 mins walk...”
Laurence Belgium“Everything! Peaceful and quiet place. Very nice and considerate host. Merci - Dank u!”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
We are looking to book week beginning 23/10/23 and wondered if the Tavernas down in village/beach will be shut or will they still be open? Many thanks
Dear Sir/madam Yes will open some tavernas on the beach, Kind Regards katerina Daskalaki yiannis retreatAnswered on 11 October 2023Hello, I wanted to book for myself and my adult son, is there a way of having an extra bed in the apartment? Thanks
Dear Sir/Madam in the Apartment you can have an extra bed but in the Double Room there is not space for an extra bed there is only the double bed Kind Regards Katerina Daskalaki Yiannis retreatAnswered on 6 August 2023
Area info
Amenities of Yiannis RetreatGreat facilities! Review score, 9.8
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Inner courtyard view
- City view
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
- High chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Washing machine
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Fold-up bed
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rental
- Cycling
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Fruit
- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- Baby safety gates
- Board games/Puzzles
- Baby safety gates
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry
- Fax/Photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Key access
- Pet bowls
- Grocery deliveries
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Tile/Marble floor
- Heating
- Soundproof
- Private entrance
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Room service
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Greek
- English
House rulesYiannis Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 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
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.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please let Yiannis Retreat know your expected arrival time.
Please inform Yiannis Retreat of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
License number: 1139982
FAQs about Yiannis Retreat
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Room options at Yiannis Retreat include:
- Double
- Apartment
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Yiannis Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Bicycle rental
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The prices at Yiannis Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Yiannis Retreat is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Yiannis Retreat is 2,300 feet from the center of Kato Zakros. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
