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The Panagia Chrisoskalitissa Monastery can be found 72km south of Chania, situated near the stunning Elafonissi lagoon. Resembling a majestic fortress, it sits atop a 35m high rock, offering expansive views of the sea.
In Greek, the monastery’s name translates to Our Lady Gold-stepped, which refers to one of the 98 stairs that was supposedly made of gold. Tradition states that only true believers in God can still see this golden stair. However, another story claims that the golden stair was sold by the Patriarchate to resolve the monastery’s financial issues during the Turkish Era.
The monastery’s temple features two aisles dedicated to the Virgin Mary and the Holy Trinity. The exact date of its establishment remains unknown. Nearby, the monastery of Saint Nicholas (Agios Nikolaos) operated during the Turkish Period. Additionally, a small Middle Minoan fishing village has been identified on the beach next to the monastery.
As per tradition, the rebels Georgios and Peter Kantanoleon were buried here in 1527, and their story was later documented in the Cretans Weddings by Zambelios.
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Find below the list of hotels near Monastery of Panagia Chrisoskalitissa:
Featuring garden views, Haroupia provides accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 2.5 km from Stómio Beach. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.7 km from Aspri Limni Beach, and guests benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi.
The holiday home comes with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views.
Guests can also relax in the garden.
Kissamos / Kasteli Port is 39 km from the holiday home, while Ancient Falassarna is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 81 km from Haroupia.
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€144
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Iliovasilema Apartments offers accommodation in Agios Padeleimon, 4.2 km from Elafonissi Beach. Guests staying at this apartment have access to free WiFi.
Opening onto a terrace, the air-conditioned apartments consist of one sleeping area and a well equipped kitchenette in one space area and one private seperate bathroom. A flat-screen TV is offered.
The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 60 km from the property
Pink Sand Villas has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Agios Padeleimon, 1.7 km from Aspri Limni Beach. The accommodation is air conditioned and features a hot tub.
The villa provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
Guests can also relax in the garden.
Stómio Beach is 2.1 km from Pink Sand Villas, while Kissamos / Kasteli Port is 39 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 80 km from the accommodation.
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€178
/night
Featuring a garden, White Lake Holiday House is a holiday home located in Agios Padeleimon in the Crete Region, just 750 metres from White Lake beach. Guests can enjoy the heated pool. The property is a 5-min drive from the protected and awarded Elafonissi Beach and boasts views of the sea.
The house features a living room and a kitchen with a toaster. Two bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a hairdryer are available. A flat-screen TV with European satellite channels is also available. Free private parking is available.
Guests can enjoy Cretan specialties in nearby traditional restaurants.
Kedrodasos beach is at 4.9 km. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 61 km from the property while Souda Port is at 80km.
Located in Elafonisi, 1.4 km from Aspri Limni Beach and 2.6 km from Stómio Beach, Sea Lake Holiday House provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a garden. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 40 km from Kissamos / Kasteli Port.
The holiday home is equipped with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
Ancient Falassarna is 41 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 80 km from Sea Lake Holiday House.
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€119
/night
Located at the south-western corner of Crete, the family-run Glykeria Hotel features an outdoor pool with a sea-view sun terrace, and a restaurant. It offers rooms with a balcony overlooking the Libyan Sea. Elafonissi Beach is 4.5 km away.
The simply decorated rooms of Glykeria Hotel are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge and a wardrobe. Each includes a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer.
Guests can relax at the sun loungers by the pool and enjoy the panoramic sea views. Traditional flavours and fresh fish can be enjoyed at the outdoor eating area of the restaurant.
Chania Town is located 74 km from Glykeria Hotel, while Souda Port is at a distance of 80 km. The seaside Palaiochora Port is 31 km away. Free on-site parking is possible.
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€85
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