The Mourtzanakis Residence enjoys panoramic views over the medieval village of Achlada and to the sea beyond, and the famous Cretan Mountains which have protected the island from Saracen times onwards. A fabulous, golden sunset adds a romantic touch to the scenery.
Achlada is located near the village of Aghia Pelagia, where the area is rich in vegetation, with amazing landscapes and featuring four different beaches. Today, Achlada is an ideal place for visitors to leave urban stress behind and enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature and the ecotourism activities available in the area.
Location How to find Achlada village:
Located 23 km from Iraklion Airport, 18 km from the Port, 7 km from the sandy beach of Aghia Pelagia, 4 km from the nearest coach-stop on the E75 roadway.
The Mourtzanakis Residence by CHC Hotels offers you:
- Cozy & Comfortable Residence in its Traditional Luxury Four Villas and 3 Studios
- 10-minute drive to 4 different beaches
- 20-minute drive from the Center of Iraklion (Heraklion)
- 25 minute drive from the Airport
- 15-minute drive to the University Hospital
- A nature lovers paradise
- Contact with nature due to the surrounding traditional environment
- The Main Reception Building where you can read in the Library, meet with other guests in the Lounge, or relax and enjoy the views from the Terrace
- Cafeteria in the Main Building with terrace.
- Interesting Lectures on the history of Crete.
Facilities & Services
- Reception hours 08:00 – 12:30 & 18:30 – 22:00
- Airport / Port Transfer Service (extra charge)
- Baby Sitting (on request)
- Car & Motorbike Rental
- Doctor (upon request) (extra charge)
- Internet Corner
- Massage (extra charge)
- Parking Area
- Pool Sunbeds & Umbrellas
- Swimming Pool (Fresh Water)
Continental breakfast: Tea, coffee, orange and Juice, bread, cake and biscuits, croissants, Cretan honey, fruit jams, butter / margarine, Edam cheese
- Possibility to arrange traditional Cretan breakfast and meals upon request on arrival with extra charge
- Swimming Pool for children
- Travel Desk
- Wi-Fi Internet Access
- Meals prepared with fresh, local ingredients
Main Building
- Living Room (including Television) with a Fireplace
- Terrace
- Residents Lounge to socialize and get to know other guests
- Library
- Reception
- Cafeteria
Two Swimming Pools:
- Οne for children
- Οne for adults
Garden:
- A traditional Crete-style garden to inspire and relax you with its exotic aromas and infinity of colours.
Our Villas
Villa Alpha | 70 m² | Villa with Sea View - Mountain View - Ancient Olive Trees Grove View and a Medieval Village View
Ground Floor (Open Space):
- Terrace
- Living Room (with a Sofa Bed) and Fireplace
- Television
- A/C
- Kitchen
- Bathroom with Bathtub
- Back Door Terrace
1st Floor (Open Space):
- Bedroom with Secretarial Desk (incl. Internet) + Balcony
Note: 4th person will be accommodated in a folding / camp bed
Villa Vita | 70 m² | Villa with Sea View - Mountain View - Ancient Olive Trees Grove View and a Medieval Village View
Ground Floor (Open Space):
- Terrace
- Living Room and Fireplace
- Television
- A/C
- Kitchen
- Bathroom and Bedroom
1st Floor (Open Space): Bedroom & Bureau (with Internet) + Balcony
Note: 5th and 6th person will be accommodated in a folding / camp bed.
Villa Gamma | 70 m² | Villa with Sea View - Mountain View - Ancient Olive Trees Grove View and a Medieval Village View
Ground Floor (Open Space):
- Terrace
- Living Room and Fireplace
- Television
- A/C
- Kitchen
- Bathroom and Bedroom
1st Floor (Open Space): Bedroom & Bureau (with Internet) + Balcony
Note: 5th and 6th person will be accommodated in a folding / camp bed.
Villa Delta | 70 m² Villa with Sea View - Mountain View - Ancient Olive Trees Grove View and a Medieval Village View
Ground Floor (Open Space):
- Terrace
- Living Room and Fireplace
- Television
- A/C
- Kitchen
- Bathroom and Bedroom
1st Floor (Open Space): Bedroom & Bureau (with Internet) + Balcony
Note: 5th and 6th person will be accommodated in a folding / camp bed.
Standard Facilities & Services for Villas:
- Bath Amenities
- Bathroom with Bathtub or Shower
- Closet
- Κettle
- Dining Table
- Fireplace
- TV
- Fully equipped kitchenette
- Garden View
- Individually Controlled Air Condition
- Living Room
- Modern Furnishing
- Mountain View
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Pool View
- Private Balcony or Terrace
- Refrigerator
- Room Service (limited hours)
- Safe Deposit Box
- Sea view
- Sofa Bed
- Soundproof Windows
- Wi-Fi Internet Access (free of charge)
- Writing Desk
Studio Apartment | 50 m² | Studio Apartment with Sea View - Mountain View - Ancient Olive Trees Grove View and a Medieval Village View
Ground floor, Open Space Large Studio Appartment 50 square meters including:
- One double bed and one sofa bed
- Fireplace
- Kitchen with all required appliances
- Balcony or veranda
The Studio/Appartment consists of one double bed, one sofa bed and an extra bed for the fourth person.
Standard Facilities & Services for Studio:
- Bath Amenities
- Closet
- Kettle
- Dining Table
- Fireplace
- TV
- Garden View
- Individually Controlled Air Condition
- Fully equipped kitchenette
- Mountain View
- Refrigerator
- Sea view
- Sitting Area
- Sofa Bed
- Soundproof Windows
- Wi-Fi Internet Access (free of charge)
- Writing Desk
- Wake up call services
- Veranda
- Balcony
- Central Heating
- Bathroom with Shower