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Kokkinos Pirgos, a charming coastal community located just 2km from Timbaki, boasts one of the longest sandy beaches in Crete. The beach is divided into two parts, Makrimaliana (or Kakoskalo) to the northwest of the harbor and Katalyki to the southeast. The crystal-clear sea is perfect for swimming and water sports, while the harbor provides docking facilities for sailing and fishing boats. The village also offers a variety of amenities, including hotels, restaurants, and bars, many of which serve delicious fresh fish. The name Kokkinos Pirgos, meaning red tower, comes from a castle that was built during the Middle Ages using red clay earth.

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Best Hotels in Kokkinos Pyrgos

  • 8.7 / 10
  • Agia Galini

Set on a gentle hill, with a panoramic view of Agia Galini bay, 4-star Paralos Irini Mare is only 50 metres from a pebble beach and a 10-minute walk from Agia Galini centre. It features 3 outdoor pools and a children’s pool, while a pool bar is situated amidst the Mediterranean garden.

Bright and airy, the rooms are air conditioned and have a bathroom with hairdryer. A fridge is included and the TV comes with satellite channels. Most balconies and terraces offer a view to the sea. A complimentary bottle of water upon arrival is offered.

Paralos Irini Mare serves a rich breakfast buffet including fresh fruit and a cooking station where eggs and pancakes are prepared. The air-conditioned restaurant serves a Greek dinner buffet with cooking stations for salads, pasta or pizza and local and vegetarian dishes using locally sourced olive oil. Lunchtime snacks are available at the pool bar.

On-site sports facilities include tennis and table tennis. A children’s freshwater pool and a playground are featured in the garden. A library and a satellite TV corner are also available.

The multilingual staff are always at your disposal, and will be glad to help you with car rental or area information. Safes are available to hire through reception. Parking at the hotel is free.

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€131

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  • 3.9 km
  • 8.6 / 10
  • Agia Galini

Boasting a garden and bar, as well as a restaurant, The Maxine Hotel – Adults Only is set in Agia Galini. Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests.

At the hotel, each room has a wardrobe. At The Maxine Hotel – Adults Only all rooms have a desk and a flat-screen TV.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

The Maxine Hotel – Adults Only offers a sun terrace and free WiFi in public areas.

Matala is 30 km from the hotel, while Plakias is 45 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 79 km from The Maxine Hotel – Adults Only, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

  • 4.0 km
  • 8.4 / 10
  • Agia Galini

Set in Agia Galini, 200 metres from Agia Galini Beach, Galini Mare offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a bar, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests.

At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. All rooms have a safety deposit box, while some rooms also offer a balcony and others also have city views. At Galini Mare rooms include bed linen and towels.

Breakfast is available every morning, and includes buffet, continental and vegetarian options.

The accommodation offers a barbecue. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, in addition, bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel.

Psiloritis National Park is 40 km from Galini Mare, while Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 49 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 73 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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€51

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  • 4.5 km
  • 8.7 / 10
  • Mpizaniou

Situated in Agia Galini, 300 metres from Agia Galini Beach, Christof Studios features views of the sea. Each accommodation at the 2-star hotel has city views and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms are equipped with a kettle, while certain rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a stovetop. At Christof Studios rooms come with bed linen and towels.

Psiloritis National Park is 41 km from the accommodation, while Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 49 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 73 km from Christof Studios.

  • 4.5 km
  • 9.2 / 10
  • Ethniki Odos Faistou Agias Galinis Agia Galini

Stella Luxury Apartments is situated in Agia Galini, 300 metres from Agia Galini Beach and 41 km from Psiloritis National Park. This 3-star hotel features free WiFi and a terrace. The hotel has family rooms.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a toaster, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. Rooms include a kettle, while selected rooms also boast a patio and others also feature mountain views. At Stella Luxury Apartments the rooms have bed linen and towels.

Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 49 km from the accommodation, while Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 73 km from Stella Luxury Apartments.

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€47

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  • 4.6 km
  • 8.5 / 10
  • Agia Galini

Overlooking the seaside village of Agia Galini, Hotel Petra has a pool with sun terrace and offers free private on-site parking. Its rooms are air conditioned and have furnished balconies.

All Petra rooms are bright and airy. They are fitted with a TV with satellite channels, refrigerator and private bathroom with bathtub or shower. Their balconies enjoy beautiful views over the village.

Guests of Petra Hotel can start their day with a buffet breakfast. Light meals, snacks and drinks are also served by the pool.

Petra Hotel is within walking distance of the 2 beaches of the village. Nightlife options in Agia Galini include many beach bars, traditional taverns and restaurants. The port and the picturesque town of Rethymno is 48 km away.

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€72

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  • 4.7 km

Best Villas in Kokkinos Pyrgos

  • 8.2 / 10
  • Λεωφόρος Κόκκινου Πύργου

Located 400 metres from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach, Aether by Nymphs residence II offers a garden, and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

The villa provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.

A car rental service is available at Aether by Nymphs residence II, while hiking can be enjoyed nearby.

Katalyki Beach is 1 km from the accommodation, while Psiloritis National Park is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 63 km from Aether by Nymphs residence II, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

  • 790 m
  • 9.8 / 10
  • Kokkinos Pirgos

Boasting inner courtyard views, Aether by Nymphs residence I features accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 300 metres from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

The villa with a terrace and garden views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the villa.

If you would like to discover the area, snorkelling and cycling are possible in the surroundings and the villa can arrange a car rental service.

Katalyki Beach is less than 1 km from Aether by Nymphs residence I, while Psiloritis National Park is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 63 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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€135

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  • 800 m
  • 10 / 10
  • Λεωφόρος Κόκκινου Πύργου

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Avli Guest House is located in Tympáki. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

The villa comes with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with pool views.

The villa features a barbecue, garden and sun terrace, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits.

Kokkinos Pirgos Beach is 200 metres from Avli Guest House, while Katalyki Beach is 500 metres away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 63 km from the accommodation.

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€243

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  • 1.1 km
  • 9.5 / 10
  • Katalykis Street

Elpidis Villa is located in Kokkinos Pirgos, only 150 metres from the beach. It offers accommodation wirh free WiFi access.

Offering views of the Libyan Sea, the garden and the mountains, this air-conditioned villa consists of a living room with flat-screen TV and a kitchen. A washing machine is provided.

Guests will easily find restaurants and cafés at a distance of 100 metres. The port and international airport of Heraklio can found in an hour drive.

  • 1.5 km
  • Τυμπακίου

Boasting pool views, Marelia Villa 1 features accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 44 km from Psiloritis National Park. This villa features a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.

The villa with a terrace and mountain views has 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the villa.

Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 4.9 km from the villa, while Phaistos is 6.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 61 km from Marelia Villa 1.

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€241

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  • 3.8 km
  • Afrathias Beach

Located in Tympáki and only 700 metres from Afratia Beach, IRINI. Seaview – beach – pool – privacy provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This villa offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony.

The villa with a terrace and sea views features 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa.

Guests can enjoy the infinity pool and garden at the villa.

Kalamaki Beach is 2.4 km from IRINI. Seaview – beach – pool – privacy, while Psiloritis National Park is 49 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 63 km from the accommodation.

  • 4.2 km

Best Apartments in Kokkinos Pyrgos

  • 9.5 / 10
  • Κόκκινος Πύργος

Situated in Kókkinos Pírgos, 700 metres from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach and 1.7 km from Katalyki Beach, cosy apartment near the sea offers air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

The apartment features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with sea views.

Psiloritis National Park is 41 km from the apartment, while Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 50 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 64 km from cosy apartment near the sea.

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€65

/night

  • 160 m
  • Kokkinos Pirgos

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Alkioni Suite with harbor view is set in Kókkinos Pírgos. It features sea views and free WiFithroughout the property.

This apartment is fitted with 3 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with an a bath or shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment.

Kokkinos Pirgos Beach is 400 metres from the apartment, while Katalyki Beach is 1.3 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 64 km from Alkioni Suite with harbor view.

  • 170 m
  • 8.7 / 10
  • Kokkinos Pirgos

Set in Kókkinos Pírgos, 400 metres from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach and 1.3 km from Katalyki Beach, Sofies Port View Apartment offers free WiFi and air conditioning. It is located 40 km from Psiloritis National Park and offers private check-in and check-out.

The apartment 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 balcony with inner courtyard views.

A car rental service is available at the apartment.

Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 49 km from Sofies Port View Apartment, while Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 7.5 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 64 km from the accommodation.

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€67

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  • 190 m
  • 8 / 10
  • Kokkinos Pirgos

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Maria’s Apartment is set in Kókkinos Pírgos. It features a garden, mountain views and free WiFithroughout the property.

This apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment.

The apartment offers a sun terrace.

Kokkinos Pirgos Beach is 600 metres from Maria’s Apartment, while Katalyki Beach is 1.5 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 64 km from the accommodation.

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€44

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  • 190 m
  • 8 / 10
  • Kokkinos Pirgos

Boasting sea views, Sea side home offers accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 200 metres from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.2 km from Katalyki Beach.

With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment features a TV, a washing machine and a kitchen with an oven and fridge. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment.

Psiloritis National Park is 41 km from the apartment, while Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 50 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 63 km from Sea side home.

  • 290 m
  • Kokkinos Pyrgos

BEA Apartments has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Kókkinos Pírgos, 600 metres from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach.

The apartment provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.

BEA Apartments features a barbecue and a garden.

Katalyki Beach is 1.6 km from the accommodation, while Psiloritis National Park is 40 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 64 km from BEA Apartments.

  • 290 m

Best Holiday homes in Kokkinos Pyrgos

  • 8 / 10
  • Κόκκινος Πύργος

Featuring garden views, Bee life apts, Sweet house offers accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 500 metres from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

The holiday home with a terrace and mountain views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home.

Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

Katalyki Beach is 1.5 km from the holiday home, while Psiloritis National Park is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 64 km from Bee life apts, Sweet house.

  • 390 m
  • 9.4 / 10
  • Main street

Located 100 metres from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach, EL.MA.RA. Luxury Villas offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

The holiday home provides guests with a terrace, pool views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.

A car rental service is available at EL.MA.RA. Luxury Villas, while snorkelling can be enjoyed nearby.

Katalyki Beach is less than 1 km from the accommodation, while Psiloritis National Park is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 63 km from EL.MA.RA. Luxury Villas.

  • 720 m
  • 9.9 / 10
  • Kokkinos Pirgos

Situated in Kókkinos Pírgos and only 400 metres from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach, Melia villa features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This holiday home provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony.

The holiday home with a terrace and sea views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home.

If you would like to discover the area, fishing and hiking are possible in the surroundings.

Katalyki Beach is less than 1 km from the holiday home, while Psiloritis National Park is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 63 km from Melia villa.

  • 810 m
  • 9 / 10
  • Kokkinos Pyrgos

Situated in Kókkinos Pírgos and only 1.6 km from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach, Beachhouse Kokkinos Pyrgos features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. This holiday home provides air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace.

This holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with an oven and a toaster, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

Katalyki Beach is 2.6 km from the holiday home, while Psiloritis National Park is 39 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 66 km from Beachhouse Kokkinos Pyrgos.

  • 890 m
  • 9.1 / 10
  • Next to Agios Titos square

Traditional Stone Villa Priotissa is situated in Tympáki and offers barbecue facilities. This holiday home features a terrace.

The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a hair dryer. There is a seating area, a dining area and a kitchen complete with an oven and a fridge.

Heraklio Town is 64 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 66 km from Traditional Stone Villa Priotissa.

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€75

/night

  • 3.2 km
  • 8.1 / 10
  • Monis Odigitrias 1

Located in Tympáki, 43 km from Psiloritis National Park and 4.2 km from Museum of Cretan Ethnology, Rodanthi 4 Seasons Unique House provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden and barbecue facilities.

The holiday home is equipped with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views.

Phaistos is 5.8 km from the holiday home, while Arkadi Monastery is 44 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 60 km from Rodanthi 4 Seasons Unique House.

  • 3.5 km

FAQ

Where is Kokkinos Pirgos located?

Kokkinos Pirgos is a small coastal community located 2km away from Timbaki in Crete.

What is the beach like in Kokkinos Pirgos?

The beach in Kokkinos Pirgos is one of the longest in Crete and has a nice, long sandy beach with clear transparent sea.

What are the names of the different parts of the beach in Kokkinos Pirgos?

The part of the beach to the northwest of the harbour is called Makrimaliana (or Kakoskalo) and the southeast part of it is called Katalyki.

What facilities are available in Kokkinos Pirgos?

There are hotels, restaurants, bars, etc. across the harbour and along the beach.

What is the history behind the name Kokkinos Pirgos?

Kokkinos Pirgos (meaning red tower) took its name from a castle that used to be there during the Middle Ages, which was built by red clay earth.

Is there a harbour in Kokkinos Pirgos?

Yes, there is a harbour in front of the village of Kokkinos Pirgos that offers docking facilities for sailing and fishing boats.

What kind of food can be found in the taverns of Kokkinos Pirgos?

Good fresh fish can always be found in the taverns of the village.

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