Papadakis Villas

1 reader found this review helpful

My wife and I live on the south coast of Crete and have 'holidayed' twice at Hersonissos for a couple of days at a time. If anyone expects self catering apartment to be that then they should pitch a tent somewhere and bring everything with them. We go self catering because we get a bed, toilet, shower, kettle and a fridge. Why should we need anything more. The rooms cater for your basic needs which is reflected in the price. Maria, Kostas and Yianis are plesent, sociable and very helpful. The pool isn't dirty and we are allowed to take our own drinks to our apartment. Some peop;e want all for nothing.They'd probably complain at the Ritz.

5 readers found this review helpful

We arrived at Papadakis Villas 2am after travelling from Gatwick through the night..The resort was closed but there was a note on the "Fat frog" bar door asking late arrivals to phone the mob no shown.(Fortunately we had our phones)with us... Kostas turned up over an hour later.. We were very hot and tired and thirsty. Kostas sold us a bottle of water for 2 euros.. very expensive! 25-30 cents downtown. He showed us into our apartment which was ver small and didnt look clean at all. only a sink drainer. No where to prepare food.. I could have cried.. We had to spend 10 days here. I have rented some very basic apartments as i lived abroad for ten years in various countries.. Never have i ever felt so cheated.. The hotrings were useless one of which didnt work properly so we couldnt cook our own breakfast as planned.. Breakfast at Fat frog bar per person (5 euros + 2 euros cup of tea or coffee.. Had we have eaten there it would have been approx 21 euros per morning.. We ate up in Koutouloufari each morning for 4 euros each (tea/coofee) included.. Wasnt allowed to eat ice creams/lollies around pool which we had bought in from outside.. Maria said for Tax purposes.. My god being from uk, i thought we were the TAX nation..! Couldnt eat on our balcony as Wooden rail rotted and broken. Very dangerous.. Pointed this out to Kostas.. said he didnt think it was that bad.. I wasnt taking any chances..! Had our daughter fell to the next floor (20 ft) she would definately have seriously injured herself or ??.. Kostas and Maria will be your bestest friends as long as you are spending money there..and freedom will allways make sure your glass is never empty.. Long as you are paying.. We went on a budget.. and spent around £1800.... My advise if you want to travel to Crete PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM CRAPADAKIS VILLAS... I will take the time to upload pictures of our apartment.. Which i find odd the people who placed the fantastic reviews failed to do ??

10 readers found this review helpful

We have just returned from a 2 week holiday to the papadakis villas,they are typical greek accomodation just what you expect, but the owners Kostas and Maria are not whatyou usually expect in owners they broke the mould when they made these two, absolutely fantastic nothing too much trouble always acknowledge you with a wave and a smile,thankyou both.The linen was changed every other day bins emptied the same.Food at the bar excellent ,greek salad the best we have had in a very long time,chicken wrap also to die for.They hold a weekly all you can eat bbq 15euros pp,not keen on bbqs so didnt go.Villas setting very pretty and done in blue and white and set halfway between Hersonissos down hill and the villages of Koutouloufari and old Hersonissos up the hill both within 10mins of apartments.These are definately apartments i would highly recomend and would definately use again.Only one niggle and that is would be nice to have a toaster (petty i know)but that is only gripe we had .

11 readers found this review helpful

Perfect location...near the sea, shopping area and near an old village (10 minutes walk maximum for each). Kostas and Maria are very friendly owners an will go out of their way to help every time. Lefteris the barman is a legend... but you will have to go and find out why!!! Rooms are basic with air con and safe box as an option but this is standard practice in Crete. More importantly they are very clean and kept this way! Kostas will give you great unbiased advice so listen to him for the best restaurants etc as other people in that town can have favoritism to some restaurants so they can get free food etc. If you don't fancy eating out Maria's mom is a mean cook and 'Mama's special' is a different daily Cretan special priced at about 5 euros each which is a bargain considering how fresh and delicious it is!! There were so many people who stayed when I was there that said as they left that they would be back next year and were of all ages which sums it up really!!!

6 readers found this review helpful

on our arrival we was welcomed, by Kostas, the villas manager, he was very helpfull and could not do enough to make your stay a relaxing and remeborable stay, rooms very basic but comfortable, the complex is traditional, clean friendly, thankyou Kostas, and all other staff, and family, and your lovely cleaner, thankyou for the use of your mobile,too order a taxi we all hope to see you again. Kostas good luck witth your young family.

4 readers found this review helpful

Brilliant place for young people. Owners and workers very friendly and helpful. One of the best bars in Crete The Fat Frog Bar. Apartments are grand and swimming pool caters for the size of the complex. Definetly going back next year.

6 readers found this review helpful

It is very bad when people are lying just to claim money back from travel agents!!!!Family run place,great hospitality,great villas!!!!

3 readers found this review helpful

Pool was filthy, apartments were tiny and were never cleaned. The complex was ran by a dictator who wouldnt allow bring outside drink into our apartments even though its clearly self catering. The whole complex left much to be desired. Surrounding area is nice. Night life on the strip was brilliant.

4 readers found this review helpful

Me and my boyfriend have just arrived back from our week holiday at papadakis villas in Crete, We had a fantastic time there the people were really nice and welcomeing. the villas themselves were brilliant and very clean! The weather was very hot for saying it was the beging of may. i would recomend anyone to stay here. :)

5 readers found this review helpful

the best villas ever people.fantastic hospitality!!!!!!also they had the best english breakfast that we ever had.i recomend this place to everybody!!