Iphigenia Mythic Retreat

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

10
  • Apartments
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking

Iphigenia Mythic Retreat features a pool with sun terrace and a poolside snack bar, within a 2-minute walk of Creta Maris Conference centre Crete. The sandy beach of Hersonisos is at 600 metres. Opening to a balcony or patio with pool views, the bright studios and apartments of Iphigenia have a kitchenette with dining area and fridge. A TV is available. The private bathroom comes with a shower. Air conditioning, WiFi and safe are available free of charge. The property is set amidst a well-tended garden. Guests can start their day with a Continental breakfast served daily at the dining area. Coffees, drinks and light meals can also be enjoyed at the snack bar throughout the day. An à-la-carte dinner is also available. A supermarket lies within a short walk. Iphigenia Mythic Retreat is situated within a 15-minutes’ walk from the centre of Hersonissos. Heraklion City and Port are at 27 km and Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport is 25 km away. The famous Knossos Palace is 30 km away. Free private parking is possible on site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Lesley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing place so pretty and perfect for a quiet break away . Food was excellent and Owners so friendly and welcoming couldn’t do enough to make our holiday special. We would love to go back again.”
Philip
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely apartments, all close to the pool with so much space in pretty gardens. Breakfast very good. The owners work so hard for their guests and are super friendly”
Remco
Netherlands Netherlands
“We couldn't have stayed in a better place then this. The owners run it with passion and both work very hard, but will always find time for a chat and some personal attention. They will make you feel at home. Thanks Marianna and Christos for making...”
Ehud
Israel Israel
“Great experience. Amazing hosts, so welcoming and willing to please and make you enjoy and feel at home. Very nice pool, nice sun beds, great bar available all day, great kitchen, they are always there, advising, talking, laughing. Really nice...”
Katarina
Netherlands Netherlands
“Place that feels like home from the first moment, the most welcoming and warm hosts. Beautiful property and rooms, super peaceful and relaxing. It’s not an accommodation, it’s an experience.”
Amy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautifully clean, really comfortable bed, amazing food and hosts! We were made to feel so welcome. Marianne and Xristos are so lovely and went out their way to make sure we had a lovely time. Great location too. We will definitely be back!”
Zdenko
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“The owners are kind, friendly and very helpful. Excellent food with many options for vegetarians. Garden around the appartment is beautiful. The location is great - not in the centre, so noise is not an issue, but it takes just 10 minut walk and...”
Marlon
Netherlands Netherlands
“We had an amazing stay at Iphigenia, the couple is really nice. We got a warm welcome and they are willing to help you with everything (renting cars, booking excursions, taxi’s and so on). The garden is amazing, really nice place to get some rest...”
Zsuzsanna
Hungary Hungary
“The level of hospitality was amazing. MariAnna always had some nice words to us and was a great help, and Cristos made us delicious meals. The bed was comfortable and the location of the apartment was the best for us (not in the center, not too...”
Alianne
Netherlands Netherlands
“Our hosts were absolutely amazing, the atmosphere fantastic. And the food delicious!”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by ΧΡΙΣΜΑ Ι.Κ.Ε.

Company review score: 10Based on 58 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Iphigenia Mythic Retreat opened its doors under its new ownership in the summer of 2020. The property was built during the late 80s and went through a renovation and a change of phislosophy in 2020. Iphigenias small team are looking forward to meeting you and are very happy to be the ones sharing holiday memories with you. Our goal is to make you feel comfortable, relaxed and happy, taking with you experiences of a friendly enviroment, good food, great company and maybe a picture ot two of us!!

Property information

Iphigenia is a small retreat hidden in its own quiet, secluded, tree - lined, little 4 acres oasis, the perfect place for rest, detox and regeneration. 12 spacious apartments dressed in colors and materials of nature, all with pool and garden views, are the ideal getaway from your daily routine. Breakfast around the pool as well as the small, mediterranean menu served at the evening are elements of the Iphigenia Mythic Retreat, that, combined with a short walk from Hersonissos' vibrant tourist life with its endless choices of beaches, entertainment and shops make it the perfect choice for holidays on Crete.

Neighbourhood information

Iphigenia Mythic Retreat is secluded, relaxing and quiet, however, it is located very c;lose to the bustilng town of Hersonissos, known as the most organized tourist destination on Crete. It features high quality hotels, conference infrastructures and the natural beauty of its coasts. Mass tourism, beautiful beaches and a rich nightlife combined with pristine mainland, historical monuments and landscapes of exceptional beauty await to be discovered.

Languages spoken

Greek,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Tauris Pool Restaurant & Bar
  • Cuisine
    Mediterranean
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Iphigenia Mythic Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot always available
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 25 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that cleaning and change of linen takes place every 3 days.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Iphigenia Mythic Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

It is possible to extend your stay at this property at no extra cost for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes, with a maximum limit of 10 extra days.

License number: 1151875