Platanias Hotels near Gonia Monastery

If you'd like to get a taste of Kolymvari student life, check out Orthodox Academy of Crete, located 1 mi (1.6 km) from central Kolymvari. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is relaxing and has lots of nice beaches.

If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Tavrontis Beach, located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from central Kolymvari. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Platanias Beach, Máleme Beach, and Afrata Beach.

Travelers might want a tour of Karavitakis Winery, just one of the places to visit, and located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from central Platanias.

Olive Tree of Vouves is in the heart of Ano Vouves, so why not stop by during your stay.

If being by the water is a major draw, Aghios Pavlos Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from central Platanias. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Afrata Beach and Ravdouha Beach.

When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Máleme Beach, located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from central Platanias. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Platanias Beach, Agia Marina Beach, and Tavrontis Beach.