Taverna Akrogiali
Taverna Akrogiali, Lykos, Crete
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Why people book this hotel
“Pavlos is a fantastic host”
“The host, Pavlos, is kind and always smiling - good energy”
“A stunning location, right by the sea”
“Beautiful wild location, with exceptionally friendly hosts :)”
“Small local place, great food, super friendly people, rooms clean and convenient…”
“Very quiet place in a very quiet beach (pebbly)”
“Beautiful setting, clean comfortable rooms, lovely taverna with delicious food, …”
“Big and clean room by the sea with very comfortable bed”
“The views from the terrace, directly overlooking the sea, or while enjoying brea…”
“Another big advantage is that you can reach the property directly by car and saf…”
Overview
Offering a sun terrace and a public beach nearby, Taverna Akrogiali is situated in Lykos in the Crete Region. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Every room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. There is a shared lounge at the property. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkelling, fishing and canoeing. The property is arranging free transfer from and to Loutro. Chania International Airport is 100 km from the property.
Traveller reviews
Christoph
couple
June 12, 2026
“relaxed, calm, perfect”
A stunning location, right by the sea. Pavlos is a fantastic host. The team is super friendly. It is absolutely peaceful there—a place to fall in love with.
Sylvia
couple
June 12, 2026
“Gorgeous, friendly taverna with stunning views!”
Beautiful setting, clean comfortable rooms, lovely taverna with delicious food, friendly, helpful staff & stunning views of Lykos bay overlooking the sea. Wish we could stay longer!
Tom
family_with_children
June 1, 2026
Beautiful wild location, with exceptionally friendly hosts :)
Pavlina
solo_traveller
May 25, 2026
“Nice room. Great location. Kind host.”
Big and clean room by the sea with very comfortable bed. The host, Pavlos, is kind and always smiling - good energy! Slept well and left happy.
Wouter
extended_group
May 22, 2026
“Beautiful remote location, with very helpful host.”
Beautiful location at 50 minutes hike from Loutro. Very helpful host and peaceful surroundings.
Christian
solo_traveller
May 17, 2026
Small local place, great food, super friendly people, rooms clean and convenient - we can fully recommend
Mark
couple
May 8, 2026
“Very very peaceful, worth the effort in getting to it but stay 3-4 days at least”
Very quiet place in a very quiet beach (pebbly). Superb host, Paulos aided by Hussein. Food was great.
Frances
couple
May 3, 2026
“Lovely place”
Location, good sized room with outdoor seating, scenic restaurant overlooking the sea. Very nice helpful host.
sven
solo_traveller
May 2, 2026
Spacious and modern room, nice balcony and friendly, helpful staff
Maja Korsic
family_with_children
May 1, 2026
“A hidden gem with incredible soul and views”
This is one of those rare hidden gems you almost want to keep a secret so it stays exactly as it is. The location is unbeatable—the rooms are practically on the beach, and dining while looking out at the sea is pure luxury. The heart of this place is the owner, who is incredibly kind, always smiling, and makes a point of remembering every guest by name. His positivity and genuine hospitality make you feel at home instantly. The dining experience is unique; you eat whatever has been freshly prepared that day. While there isn't an à la carte menu like in a typical restaurant—which might be a small adjustment for some—the food is delicious and authentic. Yes, the service is leisurely and you might wait a bit for your meal, but in such a beautiful and relaxed atmosphere, no one seems to mind. It’s all part of the charm. If you are looking for a place to truly unwind and feel welcomed, this is it.
Clare
couple
April 27, 2026
“A beautiful spot but keep an eye on food costs”
The taverna is situated in an idyllic spot away from almost all other accommodation (not sure what is in the other building nearby in summer), on the sea, with a delightful restaurant right by the water. The goats are kept out so there are wild flowers all around in spring. It is on the E4 and easy to access the Aradena Gorge - for those who don't mind scrambling. The owner/manager, Pavlos, is delightful and extremely friendly.
Alexander
couple
April 25, 2026
“Charming escape”
The most wonderful spot with the most charming host Pavlos. Simple rooms with a sound of the sea and a great taverna attached. Came for one night and stayed many more,
Elzbieta
couple
April 23, 2026
“Beautiful Greek experience”
Great location to explore nearby gorges and beaches near Loutro. Pavlos was a very friendly helpful and attentive host, and even helped us with a flat tire. The food in taverna was good.
Mariusz
solo_traveller
April 19, 2026
“Great stay!!”
This place was absolutely adorable 😍 in the middle of nowhere where you can enjoy relax in the nature, Pavlo can give you his heart ❤️ and will help with everything.His mum cooks super delicious food.Room was perfect for our needs . Highly recommend this place! Goats are everywhere and that is awesome!
Edward
extended_group
April 18, 2026
“Charming end of road holiday place”
Great location, very kind and helpful host. The food was delicious. The place is really enchanting.
Dominiek
solo_traveller
April 13, 2026
“Nice hotel, nice Location, perfect recepy against stress!”
Nice remote location . Mama’s always cook best! Owner’s are very friendly.
Amanda
couple
January 19, 2026
“A Hidden Paradise of Peace and Relaxation”
The location is simply breathtaking – a small traditional Greek taverna set in a quiet, spectacular bay. The views from the terrace, directly overlooking the sea, or while enjoying breakfast or dinner by the water, felt almost surreal. It is something incredibly rare to find nowadays, especially in the midst of mass tourism. Even though we visited in peak August, the atmosphere remained peaceful and authentic, waking up with nothing but the sound and scent of the sea, in absolute silence and relaxation. Loutro, the main village, is literally just around the corner, easily reachable in minutes with the very convenient taxi-boat service. That’s why I would highly recommend staying here if you want to explore Loutro: you can enjoy its charm during the day, but retreat to the tranquility of this bay afterwards. Another big advantage is that you can reach the property directly by car and safely leave it in their private parking. This is a huge plus compared to Loutro, which can only be accessed by ferry, meaning you would otherwise need to leave your car at the port.
Piotr
couple
January 19, 2026
Everything was great
Nigel
couple
December 8, 2025
Seaview
Ray
couple
November 1, 2025
“A lovely spot to get away from it all.”
Very quiet, unspoilt, location - no noise pollution. Very relaxing and superb location.
Facilities
Activities
Hiking, Private beach area, Beachfront, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the room, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Air conditioning, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Packed lunches, Luggage storage, Room service
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Superior Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View
The spacious triple room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View
The spacious triple room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View
The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View
The spacious triple room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View
The spacious triple room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View
The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Superior Triple Room with Sea View
The triple room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Superior Triple Room with Sea View
The triple room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Superior Twin Room with Sea View
The twin room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Quadruple Room with Balcony
The spacious quadruple room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 3 beds.
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