Country Hotel Velani, Avdou
Overview
Situated about 15 minutes' drive from the underground Psychro Cave, the 3-star Country Hotel Velani Avdou features Wi-Fi throughout the property, and a free private parking lot on site.
Location
This Avdou hotel has a countryside setting 2.9 miles from Platanus Tree. Malia is 5 miles from here, while Kera Kardiotissa Monastery is around a 10-minute drive away.
Monastery Vidiani lies 2.1 miles away.
For those traveling from afar, Nikos Kazantzakis airport is 28 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
The Country Hotel Velani Avdou has 10 rooms with an adjoining terrace and a sitting area. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with tea/coffee making equipment are provided. The nice touches include a stone fireplace, along with a couch and a writing table. Providing dressing gowns, the private bathrooms also come with a spa bathtub. Many rooms offer views of the lake.
Eat & Drink
Dining options also include Restaurant Velani, located in the immediate vicinity of the hotel.
Leisure & Business
You can also join hiking and cycling, as well as cars for rent. With a golf club, guests can stay fit at the Country Hotel Velani.
License number: 1039K012A0028001
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Baggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Stores/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Outdoor dining area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Open-air bath
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Recommended for:
Horse riding treks
Join guided horse riding treks through the Langada Valley and around Lake Aposelemis with Odysseia Stables' well-trained horses.
Greek cooking lessons
Participate in group cooking lessons with Chef Manolis, using fresh ingredients from the hotel's gardens to prepare dishes like Moussaka.
Bird-watching at Aposelemis
Observe Griffon vultures and other birds near Lake Aposelemis or from the hotel terrace without needing a guide.
Hike the E4 footpath
Follow the E4 footpath uphill from the hotel to Lassithi Plateau, passing through Kermes oak forests.
Location
Key Location
Avdou is a traditional village near Cave Agia Fotini, Gorge of Embasa, and Monastery Vidiani.
Tranquil Neighborhood
Avdou's rural setting is characterized by green landscapes, featuring Olive Groves and the Platanus Tree.
Dining Options
Taverna Krassopsychia, Kares, and Restaurant Velani serve Greek dishes, vegetarian options, and locally sourced ingredients.
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