Country Hotel Velani - Avdou

3-star hillside retreat in Avdou with on-site equestrian center and private wellness suites

Accommodations

Country Hotel Velani offers family rooms and junior suites with garden or lake views, air conditioning, and private bathrooms. Each room at Velani Country Hotel Crete includes a tea and coffee maker, TV, and free WiFi. The junior suites come with a private sauna, adding a wellness element to the stay.

Amenities & Pools

Hotel Velani has three outdoor pools, including a large infinity pool with a children's area and a heated pool with valley views. The property also provides sun loungers, beach chairs, and umbrellas around all pools, plus a hot tub and sauna. Guests can access hiking trails and bike tours directly from the hotel grounds.

Dining

The on-site restaurant at Country Hotel Velani serves authentic Cretan cuisine made from fresh organic produce grown in the hotel's own gardens and olive grove. Guests can enjoy home-cooked meals with generous portions in a picturesque outdoor setting with sunset views. Cooking lessons are available for those who want to learn traditional Cretan dishes.

Activities & Horse Riding

The on-site equestrian center offers horseback riding experiences with guided treks through rugged mountain terrain and olive groves. Horse riding lessons and multi-day treks, such as the Lassithi Trek from the North East coast to the Libyan Sea, are available for all skill levels. Other activities include hiking, walking tours, and paragliding in the surrounding area.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Hotel Velani sits on a hillside overlooking a reservoir in the remote countryside of Avdou, 21 mile from Heraklion International Airport. The property provides direct access to local hiking trails and is 16 miles from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos and 26 miles from The Palace of Knossos. Guests can drive 15 minutes to nearby supermarkets and restaurants in the area.

• Accommodations: Family rooms with garden or lake views, junior suites with private sauna
• Pools: Infinity pool, heated pool with valley views, and two additional outdoor pools
• Dining: Restaurant using organic produce from hotel gardens and olive grove, cooking classes
• Activities: On-site equestrian center, guided horse treks, hiking, paragliding, bike tours
• Wellness: Private saunas in junior suites, hot tub, on-site massage services
• Location: Hillside retreat overlooking a reservoir, 21 mile from Heraklion Airport

License number: 1039K012A0028001