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Gigilos

Dive into adventure by kayak or indulge in ocean views from your favorite sun lounger. Then, savor local flavors with an exquisite meal of Greek cuisine.

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Nestled near Samaria Gorge, Gigilos offers a tranquil retreat with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Soak up the Greek island vibes at the on-site restaurant, enjoy kayaking or boat tours, and unwind at the bar or in the library.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Basic Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Agia roumeli, Sfakia, Crete Island, 73011

What's nearby

  • Agia Roumeli Beach - 1 min walk
  • Port of Agia Roumeli - 2 min walk
  • Samaria Gorge - 6 min walk
  • Castle of Agia Roumeli - 2 min drive
  • Samaria Gorge - Agia Roumeli Entrance - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Φαράγγι της Σαμαριάς - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Samaria Canyon Coffee Shop - ‬223 min drive
  • ‪Roussios - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taverna Paralia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dialeskari Marmara Taverna - ‬245 min drive

About this property

Gigilos

Guest house near Samaria Gorge
Located close to Port of Agia Roumeli and Agia Roumeli Beach, Gigilos provides a terrace, a garden and a library. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining and sunloungers, this guest house is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The on-site Greek cuisine restaurant, Gigilos Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Enjoy on-site activities, such as hiking/biking, kayaking and ecotours. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and concierge services
  • Luggage storage and beach umbrellas
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, as well as perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Fridges, children's books and limited housekeeping

Languages

English, Greek

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee: EUR 5 to 12.50 for adults and EUR 5 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Gigilos Restaurant

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekdays only)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via Boat and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The village of Agia Roumeli is accessible either by crossing the Samaria Gorge or by ferry from Sfakia, Sougia or Paleochora.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 10 kg per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 5 to 12.5 for adults and EUR 5 to 10 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Gigilos Sfakia
Gigilos Guesthouse Sfakia
Gigilos Guesthouse
Gigilos Sfakia
Gigilos Guesthouse
Gigilos Guesthouse Sfakia

Frequently asked questions

Is Gigilos pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Gigilos?

Gigilos doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Gigilos?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gigilos?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Gigilos located?

Located in Sfakia, this beachfront guesthouse is on the boardwalk, just steps away from Agia Roumeli Beach and Port of Agia Roumeli. Samaria Gorge and Castle of Agia Roumeli are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Gigilos Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place in an amazing location Awesome service at the restaurant and good prices. Great view from the rooms to the beach and free sun loungers too 10/10
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Warwick, Retired couple

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cenral to everything. Quiet, overlooking the sea. Owners and staff very helpful with advice and information. Welcoming environment with well kept garden and flowers. Meals on the sea front. Deckchair provided with shade. Best breakfast with beautifully cooked eggs. Thank you to all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very welcoming staff, great sunbeds & beach view.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bright sunny accommodation with hospitable owners
A bright sunny room overlooking the beach. Very hospitable owners and a great taverna downstairs for all your needs. A great choice to rest overnight after walking the gorge or for a few days of total peace and relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Colin, wales

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exvellent situation looking out over beach . Very quiet so that you can hear sound of waves at night.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A perfect base for the gorge hike
It was a perfect night to prepare for a big day's hike up Samaria gorge. The owner was very welcoming and throughout the stay he was always friendly and helpful. He also provided an extra pullout bed at short notice. The room was small but fine, with good aircon and free wifi. We had a really good dinner in the restaurant overlooking the beach and the breakfast the following morning was fine too. He helpfully offered a place to store our luggage while we hiked the gorge.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relax after the hike
Beachfront!

8/10 Good

Sheena from Tassie, Tasmania

Liked: Cleanliness
Reward for weary travellers
Perfect end to beautiful but tiring hike down through Samaria Gorge

8/10 Good

Shaun from Oz, Reward for a weary hiker

Liked: Cleanliness
Reward for a weary hiker
Basic hotel in beautiful location, at sea end of Samaria Gorge

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

8/10 Good

Mark, Dublin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worth the extra few steps at the end of the gorge
We had booked for two but arrived with three and due to one of our party being injured spent longer than intended, but none if this seemed to matter - a room change was quickly arranged, there was no extra charge and we were facilitated with a very late checkout. We were so impressed we wanted to stay another night but other travel plans meant this was not possible. Everything was very clean, food and drink were excellent, service was fantastic. If you are planning to walk the Samaria Gorge this is a great place to stop off, even if you are not staying over ad it has direct access to the sea, a beach with shower, changing space, wc and sunbeds in return for a small meal and drink. If you can find the time stay for s night or two and enjoy peace and relaxation after the ferry has gone.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location
Family-run. Right on the beach with its own taverna and sunbeds/parasols. Scrupulously clean and very comfortable.

8/10 Good

Jocelyne, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Good hotel, relaxing.
We spent one night at the Gigilos after doing the Samaria gorge. The room was very clean and the bed comfortable. We had a good night sleep. It would have been nice to have a shower curtain, as it is hard to shower without splashing water everywhere. Dinner was good. The breakfast included in the room is very simple (great fresh orange juice, toast and coffee). If you like a big breakfast, it would be worth it to order and pay the breakfast separately (instead of having it included in the room rate). The owner was nice (staff at reception so-so). It is really worth it to spend the night in Agia Roumeli and take the boat next day; the village is so quiet at night (in the morning, you hear the cocks roosting and the bells of the sheep nearby).

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

I've never mange to stay in this hotel.
The only way to get to this hotel is by doing "Samaria Walk" 16 km or by ferry (return tickets for 1 person 16 euros, taxi boat 80 euros) . Ferry's operates 3 time per day. Description of this hotel is very misleading "free parking" .

8/10 Good

Knut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Et sted og et hotell til å lengte tilbake til
Hotel Gigilos har en fantastisk beliggenhet ved stranden. Det er svært stille det meste av døgnet. Personalet er svært serviceinnstilt. Hotellets egen restaurant er hyggelig og rimelig og serverer god mat. Det eneste negative er mangelen på praktiske hyller og knagger på badet.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mangirdas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect is possible!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Giordano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

GEORGIOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ένα μεγάλο ευχαριστώ
Εκτός από επαγγελματίες, είναι και άνθρωποι. Έχουν ευαισθησία και κατανόηση πάνω στο κομμάτι πεζοπορία / ορειβασία, συμπεριφερόμενοι πολύ ευγενικά και ευέλικτα σε ανθρώπους που μπορεί ακόμη και να αλλάξουν ξαφνικά πρόγραμμα λόγω καιρικών συνθηκών στα άγρια βουνά των Λευκών Ορέων. Αποτελούν σταθερή προτίμηση για πολύ κόσμο που ασχολείται με δραστηριότητες ελεύθερου χρόνου στη φύση.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Michael, M

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Einfaches Strandhotel mit Renovierungsbedarf
Das in die Jahre gekommene, einfache Gästehaus ist total überbewertetet. Die Lage direkt am Strand und der freundliche Familienservice sind empfehlenswert. Das Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis geht so gerade.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Asbjørn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rimelig og god overnatting!
Rimelig og god overnatting, på tradisjonell gresk inventar. Nydelig strand og restaurant i tilknytning til overnattingen!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Manolis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Μοναδικη εμπειρία εξαιρετικοί άνθρωποι
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018