How to find us

You can reach Crete, Greece by ferry boat, plane or intercity bus and ferry boat (from Thessaloniki only). Kindly contact the following authorities to find about schedules.

By Ferry Boat:
From Piraeus Port:
Tel. +30 210 451-1310/7 or +30 210 422-6000
From Thessaloniki Port:
Tel. +30 2310 531-504/6
Heraklion (Iraklion) Port:
Tel. +30 280 244-934 or +30 280 244-956

Crete also is connected by boat to the Dodecanese Islands, the Cyclades Islands, the Sporades Islands and Volos.

For more information about boat schedules, go to www.ferries.gr

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By Airplane:
From the Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos": Tel. +30 210 353-0000
From Thessaloniki (Macedonia)
Airport: Tel. +30 2310 230-240
Heraklion Airport "Nikos Kazantzakis":
Tel. +30 2810 229-191

Crete also is connected by plane to the following islands: Rhodes, Mykonos and Santorini.

For more information about flight schedules, go to www.aia.gr or www.easyjet.com.

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Internal transportation around Crete by Intercity Bus:
Crete has a well-developed transportation system and very good roads. From Heraklion (Iraklio) you can take the Intercity buses to any area in Crete (Kreta).

From the KTEL Heraklion Intercity Bus Station:
Tel. +30 2810 221-765 or +30 2810 288-108

For more information about bus schedules and destinations, go to www.ktel.org

» Recreation

Agia Pelagia in Heraklion, Crete is the ideal holiday spot for those who desire rest and relaxation, but also for those who seek more invigorating activities. Agia Pelagia is a well-organized beach with lounge chairs and umbrellas, where you can spend hours lying in the sun. The crystal clear waters of Agia Pelagia Beach Heraklion can offer you both fun and exercise. Along the coast of Agia Pelagia, Heraklion, there are many cafes, bars, restaurants and taverns, where you can relax and gaze at the magnificent view of the sandy beach and the blue waters. Agia Pelagia is perched on hills with lush vegetation, that are perfect for exploration, trekking and hiking. If you prefer underwater activities, there are diving centers that offer diving sessions in Agia Pelagia Heraklion, for inexperienced and experienced divers.

You can also rent a car for a more convenient and comfortable tour of Crete.

The Ambelos Hotel Apartments and Studios is situated in the popular tourist resort of Agia Pelagia, Heraklion (Iraklio), an area that was believed to have been the ancient city of Apollonia.

From the Ambelos Hotel Apartments and Studios in Agia Pelagia, Heraklion, Crete (Kreta) the following destinations are easily accessible:

Heraklion (Iraklio) Airport: 22 km
Heraklion (Iraklio) Port: 17 km
Heraklion (Iraklio) Town: 20 km
Rethymnon (Rethymno) Town: 45 km
Mononaftis Beach: 300 m
Other Beaches: 1 and 1,5 km
Supermarket: 800 m
Bus Stop: outside the hotel