<The village of Kastellos near Lake Kournas on the island of Crete
The authentic small village Kastellos is located on a hill in the eastern part of the Apokoronas and because it is on an altitude of 252 meters high, there are beautiful views of the sea and the tourist resort of Georgioupolis. The name of the village comes from the fact that it is built like a castle. Originally the people lived in the lower valley but in 1800 they were forced to move to higher grounds because of the violence of the Ottoman rulers. Much of this old part of Kastellos is now deserted and dilapidated.
Yet Kastellos is a nice village to pay a visit to. Time has stood still here. There are small gardens with tomatoes and other vegetables, flowers, free-range chickens, goats and the occasional cat. It is very quiet. The single local you run in to is surprised to see you and gives you a friendly hello. The village has recently received an "upgrade" because a luxury complex (Kastellos Village) has opened its doors.
Situated in the picturesque village of Kastellos, just outside Georgioupoli, this hotel features traditional stone apartments and an outdoor swimming pool. It offers free public Wi-Fi and on-site parking. The spacious guest rooms enjoy traditional furnishings and woodwork. All rooms are equipped with TV, air conditioning, kitchenette, refrigerator, and have a private bathroom. Guests of Kastellos Village can relax by the pool and enjoy the panoramic views over the surrounding landscape. Upon request, the hotel serves a traditional breakfast, which includes local pies, freshly squeezed orange juice and the famous Cretan ntakos. The nearby village has several taverns serving Cretan cuisine. Guests can also visit the beach of Georgioupolis or the Lake Kourna, 5 km away from the resort. Kastellos Village is a 40-minute drive from Chania and 30 minutes driving from Rethymno. Souda Airport is less than 25 km away.
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