Kapsaliana Village

An absolute highlight of our October 2024 trip to Greece. We only wish we had spent more time at Kapsaliana - before the next time. ||The property is beautiful. The grounds are beautiful without being manicured. The rooms and design feel historic and timeless. ||The vistas are terrific, but it was also rewarding to just spend time at the pool. ||We did a fantastic 8km hike - the resort gave us a map and a ride to the starting point. The trail wound back to the property. ||The breakfast is spectacular. We enjoyed all of the local and terroir touches. ||The dinner menu and service are memorable. Equally, the casual and local dining options in the nearest village were also terrific. ||Kapsilana is a great base to explore all of the western half of Crete, or just decompress in the mountains with views of the Aegean.

We stayed here the last days before they closed for the winter, so we were only a few people. The hotel is magical, especially for those of us who like buildings and environments from this era. |The rooms were clean and well-kept, the staff were nice and service-minded. The food was delicious, we ate had both breakfast and dinner. It was the last days of October, but the pool was heated so we had a swim every morning before breakfast. |This is a hotel I can warmly recommend, we will be back.

This was such a beautiful place to stay, it is quiet, historic and charming. The greek salad we had by the pool was one of the best we had in Greece. Dinner was delicious. Service was top notch all around. We stayed in two rooms and both were very spacious and charming. I also liked that they offered complimentary water at the pool and in your room without using plastic bottles.

Village hotel is a great concept and the grounds and buildings are really well kept. The food at the hotel is excellent - the breakfast buffet is very generous and homemade. We enjoyed the dinner menu and had some very good meals. Prices higher than a taverna but you would expect that for the quality of the food and it is one of the reasons for coming to this hotel. A lovely spot away from the crowds with enough to do for 3 nights.

I recently stayed at this incredible hotel, and it was truly a unique experience. The history of the place is palpable, making every corner feel special and steeped in stories from the past. Despite its rich heritage, the hotel perfectly balances modern comforts with its historic charm.||The rooms were exceptionally comfortable, especially the beds – I’ve never had such a restful sleep! It felt like the hotel was designed to ensure relaxation, with every detail contributing to a serene atmosphere. The tranquility of the surrounding area adds to this sense of peace, making it the perfect retreat.||The pool was a highlight, offering an amazing space to unwind while appreciating the beauty of the location. There’s something special about swimming in such a beautiful, historic setting. It’s rare to find a place that marries such luxury with a sense of heritage, but this hotel does it effortlessly.||If you’re looking for a unique, relaxing getaway in a place rich with history, this hotel is a must-visit. And do not forget to try the amazing dishes from the restaurant!

Spent two nights at Kapsaliana Village during a recent visit to Crete and absolutely loved it. We were looking for something that was not in a city and not on a beach, and landed on Kapsaliana, which had the vibes of a Tuscany villa. The property is beautiful and quiet. We stayed in Libra, which came with a little courtyard and pool. Breakfast comes with the room rate and the breakfast spread is solid. They offer variety of cooked and baked Greek items. Beware of the cats that hang out around the dining area. They are a little vicious and will jump on you or claw at you. A couple of things that could be improved: the gym has very minimal equipment, and a small mirror. So basically, it’s hardly a gym. I also had a massage treatment that I would skip next time. The pressure was so light that I didn’t feel anything. The therapist is also in the room when you are changing in and out of your clothes, which is kind of awkward. She never asked for feedback during the massage. The best thing about this hotel is the dinner at the restaurant. The food is incredible. We got this lobster pasta, which was one of my favorite pastas that I had in Crete. One thing that can be improved at the restaurant is that the service is kind of slow. I had to ask for the check multiple times, and we waited like 30 minutes, before I finally got up to go pay. I have no idea why it took so long. There was absolutely no urgency on their part and there wouldn’t have been urgency on my part if I wasn’t so physically tired from traveling that day. I was just trying to leave, so that I could go to sleep. Overall, I enjoyed my stay at the Kapsaliana Village hotel. If you’re looking for a unique property away from the hustle and bustle of the city and you’re also looking to get a break from beach resorts, check out this property.

Perfect spot in the Cretan mountains. Easy to get to access from Rethymnon (and anywere else off the main Heraklion - Chania highway). Food delicious, room spacious, pool perfect, cocktails outstanding. We did a couple of easy drives: circuit to pottery village and ancient Eleutherna and Thronos to Amari with stunning view of Mount Ida. Excellent hotel with inteesting features that become more apparent the longer you stay!

This is a perfect hotel for couples to relax and have a romantic experience, located in the heart of Crete. The hotel and surrounding grounds are beautiful with meticulous attention to detail throughout. The restaurant here is really first class and serves food of a Michelin star quality with an emphasis on Cretan cuisine.||A particular highlight was the wine tasting led by Stelios. A fantastic selection of Cretan wines that were interesting and delicious. We learned a lot from Stelios, who guided us expertly through the history of wine making in Crete and the flavour profiles of the wines.||Fantastic experience and excellent value for money. We will be coming again.