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Last Updated on April 20, 2021 by Celeste
Have you ever thought your overnight stay would turn into be a cultural experience? During our recent Heraklion tour, we found our selves checking in Arolithos Traditional Village. I was totally taken by surprise. Because I remembered that I had been to this place many years ago when I was a child when my father was filming his movie on Crete. This time I returned with my own kids. Read on about experiences at this unique family hotel in Crete.
Family Hotel in Crete: Arolithos Village
I was there now with my children and I was completely taken by surprise as memories were coming back. The whole concept is so unique. A traditional hotel village where you simply want to make pictures non stop, wander around its alleys, visit the church, the village square and traditional shops and labs.
All in one place, quiet and so safe for the kids. With welcoming friendly people being our hosts. We were welcomed by the parrot who did carry a small welcoming conversation with my kids, and we were shown our traditional rooms that were very comfortable. Although the plan was a visit to the city we stayed there and relaxed as we felt it’s also a place to explore.
I was more than satisfied to see the kids did show interest not only into buying souvenirs but as well as trying to understand the procedure of making textiles on the traditional “argaleios” the loom, and also the art of making mosaics which was very inspiring and we keep practicing ever since.
The Cretan house too, was something the kids loved as it’s so different from the commodities and style we meet in our houses but yet so cozy and proud. This is the word that comes to me when I want to describe decency in Crete. It’s all about humble pride.
Having a quiet morning coffee at the traditional Kafeneio with the cats stretching around, took me back to my childhood years and all these places that may still remain untouched and I will try to present them here in time, as Crete is full of beauty.
Because when you sense this feeling, you realize you can even travel in time, you can bond the past and the future and this is food for the soul. Arolithos is not just any family hotel in Crete, it is an experience that you will never forget.
If you want to learn more about Crete visit my other stories such as Knossos, where myths are real.
Looking for a Family Hotel in Crete
Are you looking for a family hotel in Crete? In our list of Best Family Hotels in Crete, we have summed up our recommended kid-friendly hotels and resorts for families in the four regions of Crete as well as the larger towns and capital. We also dedicated a section to Agro-tourism accommodation. Have a look at Best Family Hotels in Crete.
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Allison
Anastasia Lainaki, thanks so much for the post.Really thank you! Keep writing.