Ikaros Apartments

Ikaros Suites was absolutely incredible. We stumbled across it when looking for somewhere to stay after our original hotel turned out to be a disaster, and they were able to squeeze us in for 3 nights in July. They were warm, welcoming and friendly - a family run business, everyone has a part to play from front desk to car for hire, and a beautiful handmade jewellery stall in the reception area. The rooms were beautiful, modern and clean, and the pool provided the perfect intimate and quiet spot to relax, as well as being just 2 minutes from the local beach. I genuinely cannot recommend this place enough to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway, far from the hustle and bustle of busy resorts and screaming kids. The hotel also shares its premises with the poolside Murelo restaurant, where we ate twice and had beautiful vegetable pasta (perhaps would have been nicer to have some other veggie options but that was really not a problem). There were also really nice restaurants and cute shops within walking distance, and a 5 minute walk from the hotel there's a bus to central Heraklion. Truly this was the best holiday ever due to Ikaros suites being so lovely - the staff were friendly, the facilities were wonderful and clean, and the neighbourhood was exactly what we were looking for. As two women, we felt safe here and this was largely due to the staff and the vibe at Ikaros. Thank you so so much, we can't wait to come back - Sam and Alya