IRIDA Studios Hotel & Pool
Plakias
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Why people book this hotel
“The location is good”
“Friendly and informative host, beautiful location, hotel very clean and comforta…”
“The rooms are incredible clean and have a nice balcony”
“Everything was spotless, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the hospitality was t…”
“Stelios was a fantastic host”
“Our host, Stelios, went above and beyond — giving us recommendations for beaches…”
“Studio was spacious, nicely decorated”
“Great location, welcoming hosts, great breakfast and very comfortable beds”
“Then there is a pool with sunbeds and trees for shade”
“Balcony and pool in full sun in the afternoon and evening with lovely views of t…”
“The breakfast was delicious, fresh, and prepared with so much care, with strawbe…”
“For instance the breakfast that you can buy there is amazing”
Overview
Amongst rich greenery, 400 metres from the beach of Plakias in Crete, IRIDA Studios Hotel & Pool features a swimming pool and free Wi-Fi. It offers self-catered accommodation with a furnished balcony overlooking the gardens. Studios Irida include a kitchenette with a fridge, cooking hobs and electric kettle. Each unit features a private bathroom with shower and amenities. All rooms are bright, simply furnished and have tiled floors. Guests can relax in the swimming pool area that features free sun loungers and umbrellas and offers views to the countryside. Breakfast is served in the garden, by the swimming pool or in the guests’ rooms. The snack bar provides light meals and drinks throughout the day. Plakias has many shops and taverns serving Cretan dishes within a 5-minute walk from the property. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can offer information on the scenic town of Rethymno 35 km away. Free private parking is provided on site.
Traveller reviews
JA
solo_traveller
June 5, 2026
Number one it is always the people who make the difference. A very nice family is running this place . The one who is the actuel boss is Stelios. Because he is the one who handles this place and speaks very good English. The rooms are incredible clean and have a nice balcony. It was cleaned every day which is not happening in other places. Then there is a pool with sunbeds and trees for shade. You can order drinks at very reasonable prices. Kitchen was good enough to prepare simple things. The location is good. 100 meters there is a big supermarket . To the center it is 10 minutes walk. Would we stay here again ? Yes!!!!
Caroline
family_with_children
May 19, 2026
Friendly and informative host, beautiful location, hotel very clean and comfortable, great breakfast
Rebecca
solo_traveller
May 8, 2026
“Wonderful”
Stelios was a fantastic host. Warm and helpful, responsive to all our requests. Studio was spacious, nicely decorated. Kitchenette well equipped with everything you need. Balcony and pool in full sun in the afternoon and evening with lovely views of the mountains and sunset. Supermarket right next door, large bakery 5 mins walk and 10 mins walk in to the town.
Anna
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“Lovely family-run hotel with spotless rooms, delicious homemade breakfast, and a fantastic host!”
Absolutely wonderful stay! The hotel is run by a lovely Greek family who made us feel at home from the very first moment. Our host, Stelios, went above and beyond — giving us recommendations for beaches and places to visit, also where to eat that were better than anything Google could suggest. The breakfast was delicious, fresh, and prepared with so much care, with strawberry marmalade home made by grandma, and tea leaves picked up in the mountains. Everything was spotless, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the hospitality was truly genuine. Everyone, especially Stelios, was super polite, kind, and attentive — we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommended!
Sarah
couple
October 14, 2025
“We were met at the airport, arriving quite late. The just had thoughtfully left us a light meal. We felt very comfortabl”
Great location, welcoming hosts, great breakfast and very comfortable beds.
Anna11111111
extended_group
September 21, 2025
“Next wonderful stay in Irida Plakias:)”
Our stay was fantastic! The location was perfect, just a short walk from the town center. Our room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. We absolutely loved the great pool area. The owners were wonderful and made us feel so welcome. We can't wait to come back!
Guest
family_with_children
September 10, 2025
“Lovely family-run hotel with spotless rooms, delicious homemade breakfast, and a fantastic host!”
Absolutely wonderful stay! The hotel is run by a lovely Greek family who made us feel at home from the very first moment. Our host, Stelios, went above and beyond — giving us recommendations for beaches and places to visit, also where to eat that were better than anything Google could suggest. The breakfast was delicious, fresh, and prepared with so much care, with strawberry marmalade home made by grandma, and tea leaves picked up in the mountains. Everything was spotless, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the hospitality was truly genuine. Everyone, especially Stelios, was super polite, kind, and attentive — we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommended!
Michael
couple
August 16, 2025
“A peaceful oasis to salve a weary travellers soul”
This is an oasis, run by wonderful people, who make every effort to assist you to enjoy your stay. The pool area is lovely, with beautiful trees and planting all around. There is an olive grove at the back of the property. In my opinion I think it would be hard to find better hosts in all of Greece than Stelios and his family. For instance the breakfast that you can buy there is amazing. It is fulll of home grown/ made products (yoghurt, honey, jam, etc). The rooms are very comfortable with a lovely little balcony. It is a 5 minute walk to the beach and 7-8minutes into town. It is a must stay location if you are going to Plakias. A very relaxig, comfortable, and enjoyable stay
Nikos
family_with_children
August 11, 2025
“Nice Stay”
Hospitable owners, fully equipped rooms, fully renovated bathrooms, comfortable mattresses.
Ana-Maria
extended_group
July 27, 2025
Pool, cleaning, location - near the beach
Melissa
couple
July 16, 2025
“Perfect location, pool and hosts - we’ll be back!”
Perfect location just a short walk from the town, Manolis, Maria and Stellios (and Rocky!) are wonderful hosts, and make you feel at home. We loved watching the sunset on our balcony 🩵
Tomasz
family_with_children
July 12, 2025
“Great stay at the Plakias - try it.”
Very cozy, family hotel with beutifull garden, swimming pool. Great place for relax. Owners Family make everything you feel like home. Good localization with walking distance to the beach, mountains, market and downtown. Clean and fresh rooms and delicious breakfast (extra paid). You can really charge your batteries here:) and feel the spirit of the Crete. Thnak you very much.
Simon
couple
June 22, 2025
“Excellent breakfast and nice pool area”
Excellent breakfast and very friendly host. Spacious room and regular cleaning. Nice pool area outside. Good location, a couple of minutes walk from the sea and the town centre. Plenty of parking space.
Patricia
couple
June 18, 2025
Irida studios are clean with a beautiful pool and garden. Stelios is doing a very good job managing the entire place and was always kind and accommodating
Sascha
family_with_children
June 4, 2025
“Family business - you feel it.”
Everything. It’s so familiar. Located near the beach, by foot. There is a pool with a bar, where you can have freddo cappuccino or a beer etc. recommendation, book a breakfast. Every apartment has a balcony and a kitchen. Cleaning every day. You can reach the city with all the different taverns in less then 5 minutes by foot. Really enjoyed our stay.
Katrin
solo_traveller
April 28, 2025
Great hosts with good tips for the region. Nice and close walk to the beach as well.
Maria Zoi
couple
September 13, 2024
“Nice one”
Very good location and clean
Julia
extended_group
July 23, 2024
Beautiful, peacefull location, away from the crowds. Fantastic, welcoming host, very clean rooms, lovely pool with beautiful view over the mountains. Great place, I will be back!
Susan
extended_group
July 7, 2024
“Fabulous place to stay, I'll be back!”
Maria and Manolis were perfect hosts. Always helpful and friendly. The room was cleaned everyday, with super comfortable beds, and in a quiet location within easy walking distance to everything. I would definitely like to return there.
Christina
family_with_children
June 29, 2024
“Personal service of a fsmily company. So sweet people!”
The breakfast!!! Excellent homemade served.
Facilities
Activities
Children's playground, Hiking, Cycling, Diving, Horse riding, Snorkelling
Cleanliness & disinfecting
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, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Kids' outdoor play equipment, Baby safety gates
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas
General
WiFi available in all areas, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Air conditioning
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Street parking, Free parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Kids' pool, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, 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
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Pet bowls, Shuttle service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Room service, Packed lunches, Express check-in/check-out, Ironing service, Shuttle service (additional charge), Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Comfort Triple Room
Guests will have a special experience as the triple room offers a pool with a view. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchenette, which is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a toaster. The spacious triple room provides air conditioning, a minibar, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Studio with Balcony
This studio features a pool with a view. Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a toaster. This air-conditioned studio is comprised of a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views.
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