The Ultimate Travel Guide to Skotino Village

What to Know Before Visiting Skotino Village

Apartments and hotels in Skotino Village from Crete Island

Located 22.5 km away from Heraklion, Skotino Village is believed to have been named after the church of Aghios Nikolaos Skotino, which was built during the Venetian period. The church served as a Hedge School or Hidden School during the Turkish rule when education was banned. The locals referred to it as “Skotino” (meaning darkness) when they intended to go there for schooling purposes. The church’s name appears as “Skotino Perasma” on a 1671 map from the Turkish administration. Today, an extra wing has been added to the ancient structure, dedicated to Aghios Charalambos.

A popular tourist attraction, the cave of Aghia Paraskevi is located just 1.5 km away from Skotino Village. Visitors are drawn to the cave’s exploration, making it a must-see destination.

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Our Selection of Best Accommodations in Skotino Village

  • Eparchiaki Odos Koksaris - Goufon

Magriplis Hill Apts has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Gouves, 5.7 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos.

Each unit has a terrace offering sea views, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a well-fitted kitchen and a private bathroom with shower, bathrobes 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.

Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 21 km from the apartment, while Venetian Walls is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 15 km from Magriplis Hill Apts.

  • 980 m
  • 9.5 / 10
  • Eparchiaki Odos Koksaris - Gouvon

Boasting mountain views, Anastasia Luxury Villa with Private Swimming Pool features accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 5.7 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos. This villa features a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.

The villa with a terrace and sea views has 5 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 4 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the villa.

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

Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 21 km from the villa, while Venetian Walls is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 15 km from Anastasia Luxury Villa with Private Swimming Pool, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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€45

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  • 1.0 km
  • 9 / 10
  • Eparchiaki Odos Koksaris - Gouvon

Featuring pool views, Eva Luxury Villa with Private Swimming Pool offers accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 5.7 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos. This villa has a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.

The villa with a terrace and mountain views features 5 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 4 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the villa.

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

Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 21 km from the villa, while Venetian Walls is 22 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 15 km from Eva Luxury Villa with Private Swimming Pool.

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€45

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  • 1.0 km
  • 9.3 / 10
  • Eparchiaki Odos Koksaris - Gouvon

Situated in Gouves and only 5.7 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos, Villa Aggeliki with Private Swimming Pool features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. Boasting a private pool, the villa is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as snorkelling, fishing and hiking.

The villa features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.

Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 21 km from the villa, while Venetian Walls is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 15 km from Villa Aggeliki with Private Swimming Pool.

  • 1.0 km
  • 8.6 / 10
  • Eparchiaki Odos Koksaris - Gouvon

Utopia Luxury Villas has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Gouves, 5.6 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos.

The villa provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, satellite 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 offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.

At Utopia Luxury Villas guests are welcome to take advantage of spa facilities.

Guests can swim in the outdoor swimming pool, go snorkelling or fishing, or relax in the garden and use the barbecue facilities.

Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 21 km from the accommodation, while Venetian Walls is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 15 km from Utopia Luxury Villas.

  • 1.1 km
  • 9 / 10
  • Επαρχιακή Οδός Κόξαρης - Γουβών

Offering garden views, Kagiabis’ Home is an accommodation set in Gouves, 5.1 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos and 21 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum. It has a terrace, mountain views and free WiFithroughout the property.

The apartment with a balcony and sea views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a fridge, and 1 bathroom with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment.

Venetian Walls is 22 km from the apartment, while The Palace of Knossos is 23 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 14 km from Kagiabis’ Home.

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€58

/night

  • 1.5 km
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Things to do near Skotino Village

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Beaches near Skotino Village

  • 4.1 km