Koutrakis Suites by Estia

Having arrived in peak season as a solo traveller I was made to feel welcome from the moment I arrived. The hotel is ideally situated overlooking the sea, a short walk to nearby shops and restaurants and the nearby beautiful harbour. The atmosphere both day and night is friendly and welcoming and sisters Stella and Mina work very hard to provide a wonderful stay for every family, couple or individual. Both sisters took time to chat to me every day, as they did all other guests, and continued to provide recommendations and information regarding the local area and further afield. Particular thanks to intelligent and hardworking Mina who was straight on the phone to all the right people when I realised I had left my phone on a coach which was then miles away from Sissi. Her prompt and personal approach allowed the safe return of my phone, delivered in person by taxi whilst I was sat by the pool. During my 3 week stay this personal and attentive approach from both sisters never lapsed which I appreciated greatly as a solo traveller. Special thanks to Stella who recommended and organised a festival visit away from the ‘tourist’ experiences, a real Cretan experience. There was always easy access to sunbeds surrounding a pool that in peak season, for 3 weeks was never full, and often had the whole pool to myself. The food and drink served was always of very high quality and the cocktails, freshly made of far better quality than any I had anywhere else during my stay. The Mojito with mint, fresh from the garden was extremely refreshing and having tested quite a few can thoroughly recommend. My room was spacious and nicely decorated, cleaned thoroughly throughout my stay. Although I was disappointed with the view from this room on arrival, most rooms have lovely sea views, and the evening sun on one of the two large balconies was a treat on return from the days adventures. Must recommend the happy train, which lived to its name and can be booked at Koutrakis suites, a great way to see the local area, and one trip I did twice I loved it so much. As someone who tries a different Greek island every year, if I could bring this hotel to every one of those I stay in the future, I would be a very happy traveller. Thank you Stella, Mina, all your family and friends for a wonderful 3 week stay at your brilliantly run family hotel.

We had a great stay at Koutrakis Suites. It’s the perfect location to enjoy the small village of Sissi. We had a laid back breakfast every morning looking out over the blue sea and blue sky, then a swim in the harbour, a sandwich from one of the cafes in the village and a drive out to a local location in the afternoon, back in time for a shower and dinner at one of the local restaurants. Equally the suites have a pool, sun loungers and bar if you want to stay onsite. Stella and Nina are great hosts. Our rooms were cleaned daily, with fresh towels and bedding and the water was always hot for a shower. I didn’t know what to expect from Crete as I had never visited before but we will definitely be back 🥰

Just got home after our 3rd visit, I could not speak more highly of our hosts Stella and Mina. They always have the best interests of their guests and go out of their way to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. The rooms are spacious and always spotless, the beds are comfortable and sleep comes easily after days spent relaxing by the pool or exploring the island. We have already booked for next year and we were not the only guests to do so.