Aris Hotel

On the edge of Paleochora’s old town in Crete — a family-run art hotel just a five-minute walk to the town center and about 0.4 km from Palaiochora Beach. Venetian Castle sits roughly 0.5 km away, making this a compact beach hotel base for hiking, walks and island exploration year-round.

Twenty-five individually decorated guestrooms and family suites (some with two bedrooms) show off the hotel’s art-hotel vibe, with an open gallery of handmade pieces by the owning family. Rooms feature private furnished balconies, refrigerators and minibars, 32-inch Smart TVs, private bathrooms with showers and bidets — small comforts with creative flair.

Pamper yourself with onsite massages, stretch in the yoga area or browse the library and garden terraces. There’s a picnic area, playrooms for kids, a diving club nearby, a ferry-terminal shuttle (complimentary) and an area shuttle for excursions (surcharge). Wake up to sea-breeze mornings on your balcony and stroll straight into town.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet throughout, a computer station and express check-out. Free self-parking onsite and concierge services help with transfers and excursions.

On-site restaurant, bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe for snacks. Buffet breakfasts are served daily (7:30–11:00, fee applies) and limited room service is available for in-room meals and late arrivals.