Title: Visit Plakias: Best of Plakias Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Plakias](https://expedia.ca/Plakias-Hotels.d6059099.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Plakias](https://expedia.ca/Plakias-Vacation-Rentals.d6059099.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Plakias](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Plakias.d6059099.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Plakias](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Plakias.d6059099.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Plakias Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Plakias.d6059099.Car-Rental-Guide)[Plakias Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Plakias.d6059099.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Plakias ## Travel Guide ![Plakias beach. Crete island, Greece. ; Shutterstock ID 352387409](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059099/e4e5b858-199c-47e6-908a-886c92bbb103.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Plakias beach. Crete island, Greece. ; Shutterstock ID 352387409](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059099/e4e5b858-199c-47e6-908a-886c92bbb103.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Top of the hill overlooking the town of Plakias. #blue #endlesssummer](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158240/18183ec3-a1c0-464b-8bff-3136ccf2b7b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![No shortage of amazing views in Plakias. #endlesssummer](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158240/c766cfa5-8bf5-42cb-9e99-0a72b655d6aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![After island hopping in Greece for 2 weeks, Plakias (in Crete) remains to be my favorite spot by far. The views are some of the best in Greece. There are very few tourists which allows for a very authentic Greek experience when you visit Plakias. #blue #endlesssummer](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059099/63911b23-17f4-4872-9901-aa9a0b6e421a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Plakias Things to do Reviews - Plakias Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Plakias ![Kalypso Cretan Village Resort and Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1854000/1853964/ffb10b26_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kalypso Cretan Village Resort and Spa Karavos Beach Plakias Agios Vasileios Crete Book a stay at this beach hotel in Agios Vasileios. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Damnóni Beach and Ammoudaki ... 6.8/10 (155 reviews) Staff was great we enjoyed the food I think the main draw back was it’s a very popular spot on hot days and there isn’t designated parking for people staying at the resort, so sometimes when we would come back it was really hard to find a parking spot Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=1853964&PinnedHotelID=1853964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059099) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=1853964&PinnedHotelID=1853964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059099) ![Panoramic Sea Views, 2 km from the beach, heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33603100/33603037/eef1198d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Panoramic Sea Views, 2 km from the beach, heated pool Rethymno Crete Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Agios Vasileios. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Foteinári and Souda Beach ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews) Fantastic property and beautiful location. The property was just as described, beautiful quiet location close by the lovey town of Plakias. We had an amazing holiday, pool area at the villa was perfect and the local beaches offered us lots of choice. The area of Plakias is very quiet but the local ... Reviewed on Sep 3, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=33603037&PinnedHotelID=33603037&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059099) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=33603037&PinnedHotelID=33603037&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059099) ![Sunset view villa in plakias,sea view,Private pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/83000000/82990400/82990395/7dd08c6b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sunset view villa in plakias,sea view,Private pool Plakias Stay at this villa in Agios Vasileios. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Skínos and Plakias Beach are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews) Lovely villa The villa is lovely. Set over two levels. Comfortable beds. The walk from town is steep so you need to be mobile or have a car. Host is helpful but location would be easier to find if it had a sign. Views ama,ing. Reviewed on Apr 11, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=82990395&PinnedHotelID=82990395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059099) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=82990395&PinnedHotelID=82990395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059099) [See all 4,238 properties in Plakias](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F01%2F2026&endDate=29%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6059099) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Panoramic Sea Views, 2 km from the beach, heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33603100/33603037/eef1198d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Panoramic Sea Views, 2 km from the beach, heated pool Rethymno Crete Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Agios Vasileios. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Foteinári and Souda Beach ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews) Fantastic property and beautiful location. The property was just as described, beautiful quiet location close by the lovey town of Plakias. We had an amazing holiday, pool area at the villa was perfect and the local beaches offered us lots of choice. The area of Plakias is very quiet but the local ... Reviewed on Sep 3, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Agios-Vasileios-Hotels-Villa-With-Panoramic-Sea-View.h33603037.Hotel-Information) ![Sunset view villa in plakias,sea view,Private pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/83000000/82990400/82990395/7dd08c6b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sunset view villa in plakias,sea view,Private pool Plakias Stay at this villa in Agios Vasileios. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Skínos and Plakias Beach are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews) Lovely villa The villa is lovely. Set over two levels. Comfortable beds. The walk from town is steep so you need to be mobile or have a car. Host is helpful but location would be easier to find if it had a sign. Views ama,ing. 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Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Kourtaliotiko-Gorge-Agios-Vasileios.d6322310.Vacation-Attraction) #### Spili Monastery Find out about the history of Spilion with a stop at Spili Monastery. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the local cheese shops. [](https://expedia.ca/Spili-Monastery-Agios-Vasileios.d6321741.Vacation-Attraction) #### Monastery of Preveli Learn about the local history of Agios Vasileios when you spend time at Monastery of Preveli. Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Monastery-Of-Preveli-Crete.d6062131.Vacation-Attraction) #### Damnóni Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Damnóni Beach during your trip to Damnoni? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Damnoni-Beach-Agios-Vasileios.d553248635997386414.Vacation-Attraction) #### Agía Marína Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Agía Marína during your trip to Agios Vasileios? Stroll along the sandy beaches or discover the countryside in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Agia-Marina-Agios-Vasileios.d553248635997385661.Vacation-Attraction) #### Triópetra Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Triópetra during your trip to Agios Vasileios? Stroll along the sandy beaches or visit the spas in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Triopetra-Agios-Vasileios.d553248635997386202.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![e-Bike Guided Tour to Myli Gorge with Lunch included](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4725858/8a462ee8-6863-40c9-9fdd-535f0fbe6a93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### e-Bike Guided Tour to Myli Gorge with Full Lunch included CA $113 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/e-bike-guided-tour-to-myli-gorge-with-full-lunch-included.a4725858.activity-details) ![Crete Horse Riding: Cretan Countryside Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50475721/b6a6f1ae-8e6d-4f65-b2ed-7064f680f8d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crete Horse Riding: Cretan Countryside Ride CA $94 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/crete-horse-riding-cretan-countryside-ride.a50475721.activity-details) ![ Rethymno Cycling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3483583/5926f2b6-078e-4540-8a2a-f465a00224d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rethymno Guided eBike Tour to Mili Gorge CA $89 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/rethymno-guided-ebike-tour-to-mili-gorge.a3483583.activity-details) ![e-Bike Cycling Tour to Arkadi Monastery with Lunch included](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4728510/279ffe16-7ca5-43ab-b369-31999d3efe4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### e-Bike Cycling Tour to Arkadi Monastery Full Lunch included CA $113 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/e-bike-cycling-tour-to-arkadi-monastery-full-lunch-included.a4728510.activity-details) ![Rethymno: Old Town and Food Tasting Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48376032/e796711c-0426-4408-b877-94f2b9d64f35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rethymno: Old Town and Food Tasting Private Tour CA $137 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/rethymno-old-town-and-food-tasting-private-tour.a48376032.activity-details) ![Southern Crete Self Guided Drive from Spili to Triopetra Beaches](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49362208/33151bf0-1343-4598-90c4-5ced718ca982.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Southern Crete Self Guided Drive from Spili to Triopetra Beaches CA $21 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/southern-crete-self-guided-drive-from-spili-to-triopetra-beaches.a49362208.activity-details) [See all activities in Plakias](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Plakias.d6059099.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Plakias 5 Top destination 5 - Excellent 2 4 - Good 0 3 - Okay 0 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ## Cities near Plakias ![Another beautiful beach of Crete](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626937939002559/75c4351b-a3f0-4e10-8fa4-ad753b2319f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Agios Vasileios - Cities near Plakias - Places of interest [Agios Vasileios](https://expedia.ca/Agios-Vasileios.dx6158240)[Schinaria](https://expedia.ca/Schinaria.dx553248635923467701) - [Rethimno Kart ](https://expedia.ca/Rethimno-Kart-Rethymno.d6321720.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Kournas ](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Kournas-Apokoronas.d6123337.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ammoudaki Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Ammoudaki-Beach-Crete.d6322323.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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