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- Simply Simpson suites
- Magical east coast setting
- Ideal for walkers
- Short stroll to beach and tavernas
The idyllic location of our simple yet comfortable Kouremenos Suites is the real draw, just a minute's stroll to the glorious sandy beach from which they take their name. They are the featured accommodation for our walking holidays in Eastern Crete, a hidden gem in the Mediterranean and nowhere more so than the beautiful area around Kouremenos Beach. Outside the peak summer weeks, this wonderful stretch of coastline remains blissfully untouched by mainstream tourism with plenty of room to spread out and enjoy a gentler pace of life.
Though ideal for couples, the Junior Suites can sleep up to four and the versatile accommodation, complete with kitchenette, makes the question of dining in or out an enviable dilemma. When you’re not in the mood for cooking, the owner’s beach bar is just a stone’s throw away, offering delicious breakfasts and a tempting choice of snacks and smoothies throughout the day, whilst a couple of tavernas within easy walking distance serve excellent local fare in charmingly authentic surroundings.
Kouremenos beach is blessed with a gentle breeze during the hottest months of the year but the sea remains effortlessly calm, ideal for paddling and snorkelling. Yet if you’re feeling a little more active, one of the best windsurfing schools on the island is just a 10-minute walk away, complete with cool beach shack for those more inclined to relax with a drink while the experts show you how it’s done.
A short drive away, charming Palekastro follows the tune of the seasons and remains a traditional agricultural town, with all amenities and a selection of traditional tavernas hugging the attractive square. Further inland, the whole of East Crete beckons – a land of wild beauty, rugged gorges, relics from ancient civilisations and mystical lunar landscapes. A stay at the Kouremenos Suites offers an unforgettable opportunity to experience a taste of Grecian life as it used to be; simple, beautiful and irresistibly generous in spirit.
Good to know... Our Kouremenos Suites are currently only available during our Walking Holidays in Eastern Crete. If you're looking to enjoy this outstanding part of hidden Crete at other times, we recommend Breezes @ Glaros Beach.
Discover Eastern Crete with Jonathan Peat.
Walking holidays departing 6 to 13 May & 22 to 29 September 2024
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Accommodation
Studio Suites
- Semi-detached suites (sleep 2)
- Kitchenette with hob, fridge, toaster and kettle
- Double bed
- Shower room/WC
- Terrace/balcony with table and chairs
1-bedroom Suites
- Semi-detached suites (sleeps 2-4)
- Separate living area with two single beds/daybeds (suitable for under 16s only)
- Kitchenette with hob, fridge, toaster and kettle
- Double bedroom
- Shower room/WC
- Terrace with table and chairs
General
- Complimentary WiFi
- Air-conditioned throughout
- Iron, hairdryer, Simpson beach towels provided
- Outside shaded dining area
Please note... Kouremenos Suites are only available to book through our walking holidays. For more information visit: Discover Eastern Crete
WiFi
- All properties with WiFi are able to support basic functionality such as web browsing and checking emails*
* We aim to offer an uninterrupted service but sometimes due to factors beyond our control reliability can be affected.
Location
- Beach in front
- Taverna next door
- Shops/tavernas (Palekastro) 5min drive
- Chiona Beach and taverna 8min drive
- Vai 20min drive
- Sitia 25min drive
- Heraklion airport 2hr 20min drive or transfer
- Sitia airport 30min drive or transfer
Car hire
Based on the number of people travelling, the following hire car(s) are included in the package price of your holiday:
- 2-3 guests – 1 Group C2, Fiat Grande Punto or similar*
- 4 guests – 1 Group D2, Hyundai i30 or similar*
* All our cars include comprehensive insurance with no excess charge. For this particular destination, the undercarriage, tyres, wing mirrors and windscreen are not included in the cover.
Car specification
Group C2 – 1.2-1.4 litre engine, 1 large suitcase*
Group D2 – 1.4 litre engine, 2 large suitcases
The following cars are available as alternatives on request (supplements apply). Please call our travel specialists for details.
Group CA – Automatic Fiat Grande Punto or similar, 1.2-1.4 litre engine, 1 large suitcase*
Group D3 – Skoda Octavia or similar, 1.4 - 2.0 litre engine, 3 large suitcases*
Group DA3 – Automatic Seat Toledo or similar, 1.4 - 2.0 litre engine, 3 large suitcase*
Group L2 – Skoda Yeti or similar, 2.0 litre engine, 3 large suitcases*
* Suitcase sizes are based on a large suitcase being approximately 75cm x 41cm x 31cm, a medium suitcase of approximately 65cm x 46cm x 29cm and a small suitcase of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm.
Our walking tour guided by Jonathan Peat and his wife, Myriam, was fantastic. The choice of routes, the variety of walk, the taverna lunches could not have been bettered!. Jonathan’s knowledge of fauna, flora, history, ancient and modern added hugely to our enjoyment. They took very good care of us!
Fabulous week of walking led by Jonathan and Myriam, who have found a great formula integrating walking with points of interest and history, leisure time including swimming, and wonderful lunches tasting the local cuisines. Always aware of local entertainments gave us exposure to the cultures of the region. We were also grateful to our local rep, Clair, who was a great support going beyond the call of duty.
Overall a good and convenient base for a walking holiday. Friendly and helpful staff.
Our holiday experience was very good because of your wonderful guide, Jonathan Peat, and his amazing wife, Myriam. What a team they are and how lucky you are to have them working with you. They always went the extra mile to make sure all of us - some of us not up to the walking abilities of others - could fully enjoy the wonders of Crete, its history, flora and fauna and wonderful bird life.
Our choice of Greek properties is as diverse as the islands themelves, ranging from simple seaside charm to genuine luxury and style. Much of our portfolio is privately owned, and price alone is therefore not a universal guide. We contract all our accommodation in person, and each property has its individual appeal. To help you make the right choice based on your own priorities, we have devised a simple grading guide to be considered in conjunction with each individual property description, awarding up to a maximum of five stars for the below categories.
* For further clarification on Facilities and Amenities, please view the 'Details' tab for each property or speak to one of our experienced sales consultants.
A destination where tourism is not the local raison d’être, this is a place to relax unreservedly into a life by the sea. The landscape is rugged – mountains, gorges and rocky hillsides scattered with tiny villages and ancient ruins – but some of Crete’s finest beaches belong here too. Among them are spectacular Xerokambos and palm-fringed Vai, whilst Palekastro is one of Europe’s favourite windsurfing spots. And there are plenty of excellent waterfront tavernas where the passing of time is best marked by the waves rolling in nearby.
To the south of the region you'll find Makrygialos, an unpretentious one-time fishing village bordering a magnificent sandy beach by the warm Libyan Sea. It's a little more commercial here these days but the real draw is its extraordinary position close to some of Crete's most spectacular scenery and traditional villages. A visit to Pefki is a must, not least to dine at the pretty taverna where the ingredients are locally sourced and prepared in the traditional way to mouthwatering effect. With outstanding views across the southern coastline, there can be nowhere finer to enjoy lunch before indulging in a walk down the Pefki Gorge for a refreshing dip in the sea.
To base yourself in this idyllic destination, visit our collection of handpicked villas in and around Palekastro & Eastern Crete or take a look at our boutique Simpson Hotels.
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