Plakias Sunset Villa location

Plakias Sunset Villa is located at Mariou village at the feet of Mount Kouroupas, in Rethymno, Crete. It is well-worth your visit, as the views are idyllic from up there. Mariou village is not a mass-tourism hub, yet the villa is nearby the seaside resort of Plakias, which can be easily reached in just minutes. At Plakias you will find convenience stores, coffee shops and bars, gift and souvenir shops, a pharmacy etc. There are excellent options for quality dining too, so you can enjoy Cretan and Greek recipes or dishes of the international cuisine.

If you are travelling with your family, it is important to consider that you will not only enjoy natural beauty, beach life, and various activities, but you will also feel safe any time of the day.

Off to wonderful beaches

Plakias village has a lovely sandy beach with swallow points making it ideal for children. The small yet beautiful cove of Ammoudaki at Damnoni features water sports, and Schinaria attracts diving lovers. The beach at Souda stands out with its crystal-clear waters and distinctive palm trees. Don’t miss the unique Preveli beach with the beautiful palm grove as a backdrop. All these beaches can be reached within 5 to 15 minutes by car from Plakias Sunset Villa.

  • Παραλία Πλακιά

    Παραλία Πλακιά

  • Παραλία Κλεισίδι

    Παραλία Κλεισίδι

  • Παραλία Δαμνόνι

    Παραλία Δαμνόνι

  • Παραλία Σχοινάρια

    Παραλία Σχοινάρια

  • Παραλία Πρέβελης

    Παραλία Πρέβελης

  • Παραλία Αμμουδάκι

    Παραλία Αμμουδάκι (Μικρό Αμμούδι)

Activities for everyone

For guests who are into diving, there is a diving centre at Plakias beach. If you prefer hiking, there are great gorges to explore. Kotsifos gorge ending at Plakias beach is a good choice, as well as Kourtaliotiko gorge, which is a natural reserve due to the various species of birds gathering there. There is a horse riding centre near Plakias Sunset Villa, just 5 minutes by car, ideal for kids and adults too.

After your activities you can enjoy lunch or dinner at a great restaurant, just 50m from Plakias Sunset Villa. You will relish Greek traditional flavours that satisfy all tastes, and kids will love the menu too. The positive reviews it has received are the best proof for it!