Crete: Four or Seven Night Apartment Stay For Two With Bottle of Wine from £99 at Petra Village (Up to 61% Off)

Taking a tranquil break from the party times pervading the nearby Hersonissos resort, Petra Village resides on the edge of the traditional village of Koutouloufari. Here, the traditional architecture, Cretan scenery and little tavernas of old school Crete can be enjoyed to their fullest. And when the mood changes, the bright lights and buzzing beaches of Hersonissos will welcome tourists with dancing, music, and a tasty mishmash of Greek and international fare.

Uncover all of Greece with today's Groupon from Petra Village . Choose from the following options:
Four night stay for two

In a one-bedroom apartment with a welcome bottle of wine

• £129 for stays from 15 to 30 June and 1 to 30 September 2012 (Up to 53% off)
• £199 for stays from 1 to 31 July 2012 and 1 to 31 August 2012 (Up to 47% off)
• £99 for stays from 1 to 30 October 2012 (Up to 57% off)

Seven night stay for two

In a one-bedroom apartment with a welcome bottle of wine

• £209 for stays from 15 to 30 June and 1 to 30 September 2012 (Up to 57% off)
• £319 for stays from 1 to 31 July 2012 and 1 to 31 August 2012 (Up to 52% off)
• £159 for stays from 1 to 30 October 2012 (Up to 61% off)

The Apartments

Set against a mountainous backdrop, the traditional apartments at Petra Village combine modern amenities with quaint Cretan design. Pools for both children and adults offer plentiful splashing opportunity, while the garden-side bar keeps guests topped up with drinks, snacks and gaming fun. For balmy nights spent in the complex there are special entertainment evenings, and sun-seekers looking to flex their brain muscles can make the most of the quiz nights.

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For a quiet day out, make the five minute walk into the traditional village of Koutouloufari where the pace of life chimes in time to the old-fashioned Cretan houses lining the narrow paved streets. Here you will find a whole host of tavernas and restaurants offering Greek fare, coffee and breakfast. For a more hedonistic turn, it is the resort of Hersonissos that should be in your sights. This party spot keeps holidaymakers up all night with a main road brimming over with clubs, cafes, and bars. Meanwhile, holding the proud title of Crete's only golf course is the Crete Golf Club, just over 6km from Petra Village. With its mountain-style layout, this 18-hole championship course has plenty to offer golf fans hoping to test their swing in a different clime.

The Stay

• One-bedroom apartment with equipped kitchenette and balcony
• Satellite TV, telephone and safety boxes in apartment
• Bottle of wine on arrival
• Child under four can stay for free
• Transfers available for a supplement

Transport

Flights: Regular flights are operated to Heraklion from airports including London Gatwick, Heathrow, Manchester, and Glasgow.
Airport: Heraklion Airport is approximately a half hour drive from Petra Village.
Car hire: Various companies operate from the airport.

Top Tip

If there are bunches of grapes hanging from the vine outside a Koutouloufari café where you are dining, ask the owner to cut you some to be served with the anise-flavoured drink, raki that is usually drunk at the end of the meal.

Reviews

TripAdvisors rate Petra Village a favourable 4/5 stars. While some guests found décor and facilities old-fashioned, reviewers praise the comfortable rooms, convenient location and attentive personnel.

The maisonette we were staying [in] was very clean with all equipment almost new. Very nice sea view from the small balcony. People were polite and helpful.
– sotomia, TripAdvisor, Aug 2010