Youktas Villas  

Perched in the hills above Heraklion, this 4-star apartment complex sits in a mountain setting with easy access to Crete’s big draws. You’re within a 15-minute drive of Heraklion Port and the Palace of Knossos, about 0.7 miles from the Shrine at Anemospilia, and roughly 14 km from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport.

Rooms are air-conditioned and feel like a modern island hideaway — think full kitchens with full-size refrigerators, ovens and stovetops, flat-screen TVs with DVD players, and fireplaces in select units. Many suites include private furnished balconies or patios and some even offer private pools; bathrooms feature separate tubs and showers with jetted tubs and complimentary toiletries. A terrace and garden add relaxed outdoor space and local views.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool or lounge by your private pool if your unit has one. On-site perks include barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, a garden and terrace for soaking up mountain breezes, and free self-parking.

Complimentary wireless internet (Wi‑Fi) keeps you connected, and the property offers laundry and dry-cleaning services plus laundry facilities for longer stays.