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The Minoan settlement of Petras was constructed on a low hill overlooking the present-day city of Sitia. Many researchers believe that this location was the site of ancient Etea or Etida, the birthplace of the sage Myson. The town has been excavated since 1985 by archaeologist M. Tsipopoulou. During the excavations, parts of a Cyclopean wall with three square towers, two houses, and a Minoan palace were discovered.
Since the 20th century BC, Petras flourished and rapidly developed into an urban settlement with significant commercial importance, as demonstrated by the well-preserved hieroglyph file found there. Following the destruction of the palace in 1450 BC, the hill continued to be inhabited, and the defensive Cyclopean wall was constructed. Additionally, 40 large jars (pithi) were discovered at the site, similar to those found in all the Minoan palaces of Crete.
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Located in Petrás, 600 metres from Sitia Beach and less than 1 km from Karabopetra Beach, 2 Bedroom Seaside apartment in Sitia provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a patio.
This apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with an oven and a fridge, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment.
Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the apartment, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby.
Vai Palm Forest is 22 km from 2 Bedroom Seaside apartment in Sitia. The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 3 km from the accommodation.
Located in Sitia and only less than 1 km from Sitia Beach, Kreta Villa Anastasia provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This villa offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony.
The villa comes with 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
The villa offers an outdoor fireplace. In addition to a year-round outdoor pool, Kreta Villa Anastasia also features a outdoor play equipment.
Karabopetra Beach is 1.7 km from the accommodation, while Vai Palm Forest is 23 km away. The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 3 km from Kreta Villa Anastasia.
Located in Sitia, the beachfront Blue Horizon Villa & Suites feature a well-tended garden, an outdoor pool and a sun terrace overlooking the Cretan Sea. It offers elegantly decorated accommodation with free WiFi access and a bathroom with hydromassage shower cabin. The centre of Sitia is 500 metres away.
Fitted with carefully chosen furnishings, top-quality mattresses and linen, and eco-friendly materials, the units at Blue Horizon Villa & Suites have a fully-equipped kitchen with oven, refrigerator, toaster, microwave and coffee maker. Air conditioning and a LED TV with satellite channels are also available. Some units also include a fireplace, a washing machine and a dishwasher.
A common seating area, a shaded dining area and BBQ facilities can be found in the garden. Free sun loungers and umbrellas are also available.
Agios Nikolaos is 69 km from Blue Horizon Villa & Suites and the famous palm forest of Vai is 25 km away. The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 2 km from the property. Free, on-site parking is provided.
Featuring sea views, Sitia Blue offers accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around less than 1 km from Karabopetra Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.
Boasting a game console, the villa has a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 5 bedrooms, and 4 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bidet. The air-conditioned villa also features a flat-screen TV, washing machine and 4 bathrooms with a bath.
Barbecue facilities are provided and guests can also relax in the garden, beside the pool with a view, or in the shared lounge area.
Sitia Beach is 1.6 km from the villa, while Vai Palm Forest is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 4 km from Sitia Blue.
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€45
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Sitia Bay lies on the blue flag sandy beach, a 5-minute walk from the town centre and features a pool surrounded by a flowered garden. It offers self-catering accommodation with free Wi-Fi and balcony overlooking the Cretan Sea.
A well-equipped kitchen with electric kettle, oven and fridge is included in all the air-conditioned units at the Sitia Bay. Other facilities include a satellite TV and hairdryer.
A continental breakfast can be provided daily, which can be enjoyed at the on-site cafeteria.
The swimming pool is also equipped with hydromassage facilities.The hotel’s rooftop terrace can be used by the guests to relax and watch the sunset. Additional facilities include a small gym, sauna and playing area for children
Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is located 86 km away. The property offers free private parking.
Set in Sitia, Itida Suites offers accommodation with a terrace or a balcony, free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as pool with a view and a garden.
A fridge and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
Sitia Beach is less than 1 km from the apartment, while Karabopetra Beach is 2.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 2 km from Itida Suites.
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€72
/night
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