Country Hotel Velani, Avdou
About the Hotel
Rooms with a view
Country Hotel Velani has 12 rooms in two bungalows. Each room features a terrace or patio with views of the Langada Valley and Lake Aposelemis. Room types include Classic Double/Twin Rooms, Family Suites (one or two bedrooms), Deluxe Double Suites, and Wellness Suites. Amenities include air conditioning, tea- and coffee-making facilities, a sitting area, soundproofed rooms, and garden furniture. Some suites include a fireplace, spa bath, or private sauna. Connecting bedrooms are available in some family suites. All rooms have a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and a flat-screen TV.
Cretan Home Cooking
The Velani Restaurant serves home-cooked meals using fresh, local produce. The hotel uses vegetables, herbs, and fruits from its gardens, along with olive oil from its grove. Guests can taste Greek dishes, Cretan wine made from grape species, and local meat, cheese, and honey. Cooking lessons are available for small groups, featuring dishes like Moussaka and Tzatziki. The bar features a balcony, where guests can enjoy traditional Raki or Greek coffee.
Nature and Wellness
Country Hotel Velani features a large infinity swimming pool and a separate children's pool. Guests can book massages, including Swedish, Cretan, and Thai options. A yoga deck and meditation area are available. For an extra charge, guests can rent a five-person Jacuzzi with hydro massage. The hotel has its own equestrian center, Odysseia Stables, for horse riding activities. Guests can go bird-watching to see Griffon vultures. There is free Wi-Fi on the entire property.
Location near Dikti Mountains
Country Hotel Velani is near the village of Avdou, 35 km from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport in Heraklion. St. Pantes is 1.5 km away, and Monastery Vidiani is 3 km away. The hotel overlooks Lake Aposelemis, in the Dikti Mountains foothills. The Lassithi Plateau and its windmills are 3.5 km away. The hotel is near the Roza Gorge and Cave Agia Fotini, both 1.5 km away.
Services and Activities
The hotel provides room service, laundry service, and free baby cots. Guests can engage in activities such as horse riding, paragliding, walking, and biking. The Odysseia Stables offers horse riding treks and lessons. Experienced paragliders can use the on-site take-off and landing sites. Self-guided walks are available. The hotel organizes cooking lessons featuring Greek cuisine. A central safe is available at reception.
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Getting around
A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Outdoor dining area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Open-air bath
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Location
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