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Heliades Residence

44 Agiou Onoufriou
Rated 9.6 in 61 reviews

Heliades Residence is a charming hotel situated in the picturesque village of Kounoupidhianá, Greece. This welcoming hotel offers guests a serene escape, blending traditional Greek hospitality with modern comfort. The architecture reflects local styles, providing an authentic atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.

Guests at Heliades Residence can expect well-appointed accommodations, featuring contemporary amenities designed for relaxation and convenience. Each room is thoughtfully decorated, combining soothing colors and comfortable furnishings to create a peaceful retreat after a day of exploring the surrounding area.

The hotel is complemented by beautifully landscaped gardens, providing a tranquil setting to unwind. Guests can enjoy amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool, where they can soak up the sun or take a refreshing dip. The on-site café serves a delightful selection of local and international dishes, perfect for enjoying a leisurely breakfast or snack throughout the day.

Located near the vibrant city of Chania, Heliades Residence offers easy access to popular attractions, stunning beaches, and rich cultural heritage. The friendly staff is dedicated to ensuring a pleasant stay, providing personalized service to cater to guests' needs.

Whether you are seeking a peaceful getaway or an adventurous exploration of Crete, Heliades Residence stands out as a welcoming option for travelers looking to experience the charm and beauty of this historic region.

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Climate and Weather

January
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 7°
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 4
Sun hours / day
 18
Rain free days
February
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 5
Sun hours / day
 17
Rain free days
March
 16°
 8°
 15°
 6
Sun hours / day
 21
Rain free days
April
 19°
 10°
 16°
 8
Sun hours / day
 23
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May
 23°
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 19°
 10
Sun hours / day
 27
Rain free days
June
 27°
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 23°
 12
Sun hours / day
 28
Rain free days
July
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Sun hours / day
 30
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August
 29°
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Sun hours / day
 30
Rain free days
September
 27°
 18°
 25°
 10
Sun hours / day
 27
Rain free days
October
 23°
 15°
 23°
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Sun hours / day
 25
Rain free days
November
 20°
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Sun hours / day
 21
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December
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 19
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Monastery of St. John the Baptist
Monastery in Crete
1.5km / 0.95mi
Eleftherios Venizelos 'Museum
Eleftherios Venizelos 'Museum
Museum in Greece
3.8km / 2.4mi
Church of Saint Mary Magdalene
Church of Saint Mary Magdalene
Church building in Chania, Crete Region, Greece
3.9km / 2.4mi
Tower of Chalepa
Tower of Chalepa
Chania
3.5km / 2.2mi
Kalathas
Tourist beach
2.2km / 1.4mi
Aghios Nikolaos
Aghios Nikolaos
Church building in Chania, Crete Region, Greece
5.2km / 3.2mi
Yiali Tzami
Yiali Tzami
Mosque in Greece
5.5km / 3.4mi
Etz Hayyim Synagogue
Etz Hayyim Synagogue
Synagogue in Chania, Crete
5.7km / 3.5mi
Maritime Museum of Crete
Maritime Museum of Crete
Nautical museum in Crete, Greece
5km / 3.1mi
Venetian Lighthouse
Venetian Lighthouse
Lighthouse in Greece
5.5km / 3.4mi
Turkish bath
Turkish bath
5.7km / 3.5mi
Nikolaos V. Tomadakis
Nikolaos V. Tomadakis
Public sculpture by Nikos Sofialakis in Greece, 2000
5.6km / 3.5mi
Emmanouil Stul Balantinos
2004, public sculpture in Greece by Aspasia Papadoperakē
5.7km / 3.5mi
San Rocco
San Rocco
Orthodox church in Chania Municipality, Greece
5.3km / 3.3mi
Anagnostis Mantakas
Anagnostis Mantakas
Public sculpture by Vasilis Karlos in Greece, 2011
5.6km / 3.5mi
Archaeological Museum of Chania
Archaeological Museum of Chania
Archaeological museum in Crete, Greece
4km / 2.5mi
Sinking of the SS Tanais
Greek-owned cargo ship
5km / 3.1mi
Kydonia
Kydonia
Ancient city in Crete, Greece
5.4km / 3.3mi
Oikomenikos Patriarches
Oikomenikos Patriarches
Bronze portrait statue by Giannis Parmakelis (?) in Greece, 1973
5.6km / 3.5mi
Vigla of Aroni
Chania
5.7km / 3.5mi
Bastion of Lando
Building in Chania Municipality, Crete Region, Greece
5.7km / 3.6mi
Gramvousa Fortress
Gramvousa Fortress
Fortress in Greece
5.6km / 3.5mi
Agia Triada Monastery
Agia Triada Monastery
Monastery in Chania Municipality, Greece
6.1km / 3.8mi
Gouverneto monastery
Gouverneto monastery
Monastery in Chania Municipality, Greece
7.8km / 4.9mi
Museum Of Typography
Museum Of Typography
Typography museum in Crete
6.3km / 3.9mi
Moni Agiou Georgiou Nerokourou
Monastery in Chania Municipality, Greece
7.2km / 4.5mi
Tsikalario Mosque
6.8km / 4.2mi
Tower of Malaxa
Medieval tower in Chania Municipality, Greece
7.9km / 4.9mi
Stavros Beach
Stavros Beach
Tourist beach
6.3km / 3.9mi
Nea Chora
Tourist beach
6.4km / 4mi
Golden Beach
Tourist beach near Chania city, Greece
7.9km / 4.9mi
Arkoudiotissa Cave
Arkoudiotissa Cave
Cave in Greece
8.6km / 5.3mi
Ag. Apostoloi 1
Ag. Apostoloi 1
Tourist beach
8.5km / 5.3mi
Holy Apostles church
Holy Apostles church
Church in Agioi Apostoloi, Chania
9km / 5.6mi
Moni Katholiko
Moni Katholiko
Monastery in Chania Municipality, Greece
8.8km / 5.5mi
Minoa
Ancient town on the north coast of ancient Crete
9.4km / 5.9mi
Souda Fortress
Souda Fortress
Medieval fortress in Chania Municipality, Greece
8.9km / 5.5mi
Itzedin Fortress
Itzedin Fortress
Ottoman fortress in Souda Bay, Crete
10.2km / 6.3mi
Aptera Fortress
Aptera Fortress
Chania
10.3km / 6.4mi
Kiani
Tourist beach
10.6km / 6.6mi
Stilos
Stilos
Archaeological site with Minoan tombs, archaic buildings on Crete
10.8km / 6.7mi
Seitan Limania Beach
Seitan Limania Beach
Beach in Greece
10.9km / 6.8mi
Aptera theatre
Aptera theatre
Ancient Greek theatre
10.3km / 6.4mi
Castle of Varypetro
Chania
12.2km / 7.6mi
Castle of Apokoronas
Medieval castle in Apokoronas Municipality, Greece
13.6km / 8.4mi

What to do in Kounoupidhianá and near Heliades Residence

Monastery of St. John the Baptist
Monastery in Crete
1.5km / 0.95mi
Eleftherios Venizelos 'Museum
Eleftherios Venizelos 'Museum
Museum in Greece
3.8km / 2.4mi
Church of Saint Mary Magdalene
Church of Saint Mary Magdalene
Church building in Chania, Crete Region, Greece
3.9km / 2.4mi
Tower of Chalepa
Tower of Chalepa
Chania
3.5km / 2.2mi
Kalathas
Tourist beach
2.2km / 1.4mi
Aghios Nikolaos
Aghios Nikolaos
Church building in Chania, Crete Region, Greece
5.2km / 3.2mi
Yiali Tzami
Yiali Tzami
Mosque in Greece
5.5km / 3.4mi
Etz Hayyim Synagogue
Etz Hayyim Synagogue
Synagogue in Chania, Crete
5.7km / 3.5mi
Maritime Museum of Crete
Maritime Museum of Crete
Nautical museum in Crete, Greece
5km / 3.1mi
Venetian Lighthouse
Venetian Lighthouse
Lighthouse in Greece
5.5km / 3.4mi
Turkish bath
Turkish bath
5.7km / 3.5mi
Nikolaos V. Tomadakis
Nikolaos V. Tomadakis
Public sculpture by Nikos Sofialakis in Greece, 2000
5.6km / 3.5mi
Emmanouil Stul Balantinos
2004, public sculpture in Greece by Aspasia Papadoperakē
5.7km / 3.5mi
San Rocco
San Rocco
Orthodox church in Chania Municipality, Greece
5.3km / 3.3mi
Anagnostis Mantakas
Anagnostis Mantakas
Public sculpture by Vasilis Karlos in Greece, 2011
5.6km / 3.5mi
Archaeological Museum of Chania
Archaeological Museum of Chania
Archaeological museum in Crete, Greece
4km / 2.5mi
Sinking of the SS Tanais
Greek-owned cargo ship
5km / 3.1mi
Kydonia
Kydonia
Ancient city in Crete, Greece
5.4km / 3.3mi
Oikomenikos Patriarches
Oikomenikos Patriarches
Bronze portrait statue by Giannis Parmakelis (?) in Greece, 1973
5.6km / 3.5mi
Vigla of Aroni
Chania
5.7km / 3.5mi
Bastion of Lando
Building in Chania Municipality, Crete Region, Greece
5.7km / 3.6mi
Gramvousa Fortress
Gramvousa Fortress
Fortress in Greece
5.6km / 3.5mi
Agia Triada Monastery
Agia Triada Monastery
Monastery in Chania Municipality, Greece
6.1km / 3.8mi
Gouverneto monastery
Gouverneto monastery
Monastery in Chania Municipality, Greece
7.8km / 4.9mi
Museum Of Typography
Museum Of Typography
Typography museum in Crete
6.3km / 3.9mi
Moni Agiou Georgiou Nerokourou
Monastery in Chania Municipality, Greece
7.2km / 4.5mi
Tsikalario Mosque
6.8km / 4.2mi
Tower of Malaxa
Medieval tower in Chania Municipality, Greece
7.9km / 4.9mi
Stavros Beach
Stavros Beach
Tourist beach
6.3km / 3.9mi
Nea Chora
Tourist beach
6.4km / 4mi

About Kounoupidhianá

Kounoupidhianá, located on the outskirts of Chania in Crete, offers visitors a blend of local culture and natural beauty. A prominent feature of the area is its traditional Cretan atmosphere, which can be appreciated through leisurely walks along the streets lined with quaint houses and local shops. Engaging with the hospitality of the residents provides an authentic experience, giving insight into everyday life in Crete.

Nearby, one cannot miss the stunning beaches within a short drive from Kounoupidhianá. The shores of Agioi Apostoloi and Chrissi Akti are known for their clean waters and soft sands, making them ideal for relaxing or swimming. These beaches are less crowded than those in central Chania, offering a more tranquil environment to unwind and enjoy nature.

For those interested in history and culture, a visit to the city of Chania is essential, as it is only a short distance away. Here, one can explore the Venetian harbor, ancient ruins, and numerous museums that showcase the rich history of the region. The nearby historic sites, including the Chania Lighthouse and the old town, reflect the diverse influences that have shaped the area over centuries.

Gastronomy in Kounoupidhianá should not be overlooked. The local tavernas offer a range of authentic Cretan dishes, where visitors can taste local ingredients and traditional recipes. Dining in these establishments not only provides delightful flavors but also a chance to experience the relaxed pace of life in the region.

In summary, Kounoupidhianá is a charming destination that blends local culture, beautiful beaches, and accessible historical sites. It serves as a perfect base for visitors looking to experience the essence of Crete while enjoying a taste of its traditions and natural beauty.




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