Summer Lodge

Family run vacation lodging ideal for relaxing holidays by the beach in western Crete. Conveniently located on the edge of the historical sea side village of Maleme, Summer Lodge, an attractive accommodation unit, is a fine example of traditional Greek architecture. Only 5 Kms from the centre of Platanias and 16 Kms west of Hania town, is the ideal starting point for the visitors requiring a wide variety of sandy beaches, water sport activities, peaceful countryside walks, or interesting visits in archeological and historical sites.Set around a pretty, flower filled courtyard and orange grove, our house has a total of 17 well furnished and nicely decorated rooms. They all have ensuite shower rooms, wc and wash hand basin and are equipped with fridge. Most of the rooms have private balconies or open terraces whilst others on the ground floor, that face onto the gardens, have a patio area and are particularly cool in the heat of the summer. Beyond the pool and shaded by feathery willow trees is a pretty terrace where breakfast is served any time you please and a small bar serving cool drinks in the hot summer evenings.Personal service, relaxing atmosphere and a warm welcome await you at our family Summer Lodge, a charming property, ideal for both families and couples.Continental breakfast is 4 Euros per person

Summer Lodge is located 16 kms west of Hania town by the old costal road and there is frequent bus service to the airports CHQ & HER as well as to the ports of Hania & Heraklion.If you arrive to Crete at Hania airport (code CHQ) you can either get the bus to Hania bus station or get a taxi to Hania town (drive costs about 16 EURO) then the local bus to Pirgos Psilonerou (last bus at 22:30). Ask which bus goes to Maleme and buy a ticket before getting on (single ticket costs about 2 EURO). We are located between bus stop No. 30 & 31 two minutes walk away. A taxi fare from airport to Summer Lodge costs about 35 EURO.If you arrive by ferry at Hania Port (Souda Bay) you can get the local bus (blue color) to Hania town and then the bus to Pirgos Psilonerou. A taxi fare from Souda Bay to Summer Lodge costs about 30 EURO.From Heraklion port or airport (code HER) you can get a taxi to the town center (10 minutes drive) then the bus to Hania (single ticket costs about 12 EURO, last bus leaves at 21:00). A taxi fare from Heraklion to Summer Lodge costs about 120 EURO.If you drive your own car, take the new road to Kissamos and take the second exit passed Hania. Look for the signs Platanias - Maleme.