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Istron Bay Hotel, hotel in Istro

The 5-star Istron Bay Hotel offers sea-view accommodations and a swimming pool overlooking the beautiful bay of Istron.

The location was excellent
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
561 reviews
Price from$180.17per night
Elpida Village, hotel in Istro

Boasting stunning views of Istron and the sea, Elpida Village is set amid lush gardens and featuring a charming courtyard and outdoor pool, just 2625 feet from the sandy beach.

It’s really value for the money, good food and good staff and they are helpful. We stayed there for 3 nights and the experience was good.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
310 reviews
Price from$67.98per night
Kounenos Apartments, hotel in Istro

With an outdoor pool overlooking the Cretan Sea, Kounenos Apartments offers self-catered accommodations with a wonderful view over the bay.

The view from our room was breathtaking! We really enjoyed our stay, the location was great, the pool very nice and the owner, Mr Iannis, was very welcoming and kind. We will definitely go back.
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
212 reviews
Price from$70.06per night
Anemone Homes, hotel in Istro

Anemone Homes offers air-conditioned accommodations in Istro. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

The staff and owners are great friendly and clean. Views were amazing and location is great even without a car
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
155 reviews
Price from$76.90per night
Istron Blue, hotel in Istro

Featuring mountain views, Istron Blue in Istro offers accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

Manolis was very pleasant and helpful. He gave me a quick tour of the town when I arrived and he also arranged informal bicycle hire for me. He accomodated my request for 4 pillows. The bedding was very clean and the bed very comfortable. There was a washing machine on the premises - invaluable to a lightly-packed traveller. The maid was very friendly and pleasant
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
184 reviews
Price from$42.72per night
Istron Luxury Villas, hotel in Istro

Located on a hillside with views over the beautiful Istron Bay or located at the entrance of Istron village, Istron Luxury Villas offers stylish accommodations with private swimming pool, free WiFi...

Wonderful hosts, gorgeous villa, breathtaking view, great breakfast delivered to us. Two great beaches 3 and 15 mins away on foot. Agios Nikolaos was less than a 20 min drive away. Hosts went out of their way to help with any request we had. They cleaned the villa every day. Definitely recommend.
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
104 reviews
Price from$306.52per night
Villa Minoas Apartments, hotel in Istro

Villa Minoas Apartments is located in Istron, 6.2 mi from Agios Nikolaos, and only 230 feet from the beach. Its self-catered apartments enjoy views of the sea or the lush surroundings.

8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
83 reviews
Price from$117.48per night
Nectar Apartments, hotel in Istro

Featuring garden views, Nectar Apartments in Istro offers accommodations and a garden. With sea views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

The apartment is amazing, I would stay there for a month. Thank you.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
119 reviews
Price from$53.40per night
Istron Corner Apartments, hotel in Istro

Istron Corner Apartments offers accommodations in Istro, 7.2 miles from Lake Voulismeni and 6.9 miles from Panagia Vrefotrofos.

The apartment is so nice, it felt like home right away. Everything is just perfect, comfortable and has everything that you would need. Location is very convenient, next to all the restaurants and little stores, and 3 beaches are a few minutes walk away. Eleni is such a nice host, I don't want to leave and will definitely be back again. Thank you so much for everything!
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
12 reviews
Price from$64.08per night
Xara's apartment, hotel in Istro

Xara's apartment is located in Istro, just 7.9 miles from Lake Voulismeni and 7.7 miles from Panagia Vrefotrofos. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi.

8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
5 reviews
Price from$95.42per night
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What Guests Said About Istro:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    v nice family run hotel good size good design

    v nice family run hotel good size good design V nice room with sea view well maintained, good room and common area cleaning nice pool, good private beach - not crowed private parking good quite location will visit again and would recommend we had hire car, travel eastern side of the island and visited several of the other hotel options, we were pleased we booked Istron Bay.
    ian
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Istron itself is a small town with some conveniences like...

    Istron itself is a small town with some conveniences like ATM, tavernas etc. We stayed there not because we wanted to be in this particular town but because of the access it gave is to the surrounding area. With a car we could easily reach many beautiful beaches, ancient villages in the mountains, Ag Nicholas for history, churches etc. and some genuine Greek restaurants, mainly in villages. It is a good central point for many things that interest us.
    Jacqueline
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Istron is one of many small towns, on the main road between...

    Istron is one of many small towns, on the main road between Agios Nicolaos and Sitia.there are lovely beaches, tavernas and small supermarkets for all your needs Try eating at Mama Loutros, you will ot be disappointed!
    Fairchild
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Istron is a lovely place to stay with fantastic beaches and...

    Istron is a lovely place to stay with fantastic beaches and very friendly people. It is not an overly lively resort but has enough for older teens (Palace Bar was great and had lovely cocktails too and Friends had live music on some nights). It is also a great location to explore more of the island
    Yvonne
  • 10
    Scored 10

    If you want to relax soak up good food people and sandy...

    If you want to relax soak up good food people and sandy beaches then stay for months on end. Car is always great to move around and get further out to towns like leopetra. There are nice restaurants all around the town and beyond. Never felt like I was short of choices and this trip was during April which many places close until the season.
    Avinash
    Malta
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We were there for the last week of the season (late Oct) so...

    We were there for the last week of the season (late Oct) so the hotel was half full and quiet, not sure what it would be like in high season, but we had a great time! Great location, good private beach, terraces, gardens and a great swimming pool alternative. Beautiful views. The food in the hotel was amazing - we had a breakfast and dinner deal which was perfect for us. Breakfast was a buffet with good choices every day. The evening meal was 4 courses - all delicious cretan food and different every night - we would consider staying here again just for the food! They also had a great selection of cretan wine - very well chosen - all delicious. Our room was simple and functional - perhaps more 'basic' than we were expecting. The double bed was (of course) two singles pushed together which wasn't so good. The wifi in the room was non existent - this could not be addressed, so we had to use the wifi in the bar (3 floors up). They should get this right for all rooms or make it clear that there is no wifi. Ending on a positive...we found all staff were all very welcoming, friendly and helpful, with 'good enough' to excellent English (our Greek is terrible..). We had a lovely stay and would go back.
    Richard
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Istro

  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 40 reviews
    We had a great time in Istron. The location is perfect: - 3min from Voulisma beach and other amazing small bay beaches. - 12min by car from Agios Nikolaos. - very nice & traditional villages around 15-30min ( Kritsa, Kroustas, etc). - next to the rooms there is a mini market that the owner runs, which is extremely convenient for daily stuff you need. The apartment is new, fully equiped & comfortable (washing maschine, iron available). Very friendly & welcoming owner!!! I would definitely recommend & revisit.
    Eneida
    Italy
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 106 reviews
    The communication with Christina was always easy and she was really attentive. The host Ioanna made our stay unforgettable and we felt like at home. One of the things that we loved was when Ioanna brought us some figs of her own tree for the first breakfast! The appartment is clean and has everything you need for a perfect stay: kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, living room and we had a nice balcony with a view to the sea. If you want to feel at home in Crete don’t hesitate to stay at Pellas Appartment.
    Lara
    Spain
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 29 reviews
    It is a brand new, very nicely designed apartment. We were greeted by a very kind and hospitable host, with cakes, brandy and a basket of fruit. The apartment is spacious, airy. It has everything you need for a very comfortable stay. The position could not be better: close to the road, market, restaurants. The western part of Voulisma beach and Panteleimon beach are a 10-minute walk away: ideal for morning swimming, without crowds and noise. A great base for exploring this part of magical Crete.
    Svetlana
    Serbia
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 119 reviews
    Apartments are situated in very nice quiet place, every night we slept with the sounds of the sea. Rooms are with a nice view to the sea. Everything that we need hosts left for us in apartments. We felt like at home. Very important thing is that the most beautiful beaches on Crete are there, 5-10 minutes from apartments
    Rybalchenko
    Ukraine
  • From $184.66 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 561 reviews
    Rich dinner positions, sea really close to hotel, service, location, the bay, closeness to the town with other beaches, tavernas, shops. Petros, who speaks Russian and is familiar with Russian mentality, and keeps the polite distance while being communicable, made the stay more comfortable for me.
    Nataliia Bondarenko
    Ukraine
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 134 reviews
    Nice terrace. Convenient matraces in beds. Great beach (Istro Municipal Beach, it is quite narrow and not many people fit there, but the water and sand is fantastic). Owner was very friendly person, that's why it hurts me to write the honest review, which will not be very good, more below.
    Stanislav
    Czech Republic
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 146 reviews
    These apartments are excellent, cleaned and bins emptied every day, Perfect location with a very short walk to tavernas and beach, The owner Manolis makes your stay special, Staff are lovely. We will definitely return and would recommend to anyone looking to stay in Istron.
    Kerry
    United Kingdom
  • From $272.34 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 104 reviews
    The villa was spotlessly clean with a lovely salt water pool. The wonderful staff were beyond helpful and made us so welcome. All of the locals were very friendly, especially Dimitris the manager of the villas, he’s possibly the nicest man on Crete.
    A
    Anonymous
    United Kingdom
  • From $79.03 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 310 reviews
    They have a very welcoming and wonderful staff, ready to accomodate you're every request. The view from the breakfast bufee is wonderfull. You also have a pool, but let's face it, you come to crete to go to the beaches.
    Alexandru
    Romania
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 119 reviews
    Spacious apartment with a beautiful view of the bay. Private parking. The apartment is very comfortable and very close to the beach and restaurants. Ideal place to explore the east part of Crete.
    Yury
    Germany
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 29 reviews
    Magnificent views over the bay and across to the mountains. Lovely patio to eat out and enjoy the views. Marina was friendly and welcoming. She brought us cake and dinner on the last night!
    Svetla
    United Kingdom
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 360 reviews
    The property had a beautiful view of Istron bay. Our studio apartment was very clean and had everything we needed during our stay. We enjoyed our terrace with the views every night.
    MIRA
    Canada
  • From $184.66 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 561 reviews
    The view from the hotel is spectacular to a nice bay. Also the resort's staff was helpful and nice. These were the only positive experiences during our stay at Istron Bay Hotel.
    Antal
    Hungary
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 206 reviews
    We loved our stay at Maria’s apartments. Maria and her family are very sweet and kind and made our stay in Istro so memorable. Walking distance to two beautiful, calm beaches.
    Laina
    Australia
  • From $184.66 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 561 reviews
    Retro hotel in a wonderful location with a dream panorama, its own beach in a gorgeous bay, large clean room, friendly staff, good food.
    Robert
    Romania
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 56 reviews
    Amazing setting and part of an old hotel that owns everything in the bay... like something out of a 1920s novel .. gorgeous views.
    Atkinson
    United Kingdom
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 360 reviews
    Very kind host, gave us lots of advice and helped us during the whole stay. The apartment has a beautiful view over the bay.
    Ilaria
    Switzerland
  • From $79.03 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 310 reviews
    I really appreciate the serenity and the panoramic view of the bay! the room was very clean and the bed very comfortable!
    Penelope
    Greece
  • From $59.27 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 155 reviews
    It is a good position between north and south costs, to visit beaches and towns on south or on north part of Crete.
    Katjuša Zajc Cokan
    Slovenia
  • From $87.04 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 48 reviews
    The property was beautiful and had an amazing view of the bay!
    Lauren
    United States of America