Ayía Fotiá
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An authentic stone Cretan windmill
Three friends and myself stayed at the Windmill at Anemomili for five nights. We loved the drive up to Sitia that grew more and more wild and beautiful. The windmill is magical. Extremely comfortable and put together with so much care, artistry and love. The hosts were proactive and keen to ensure ...
Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Casa di Demezzo
If you don't have car this is not convenient location. The stay was pleasant, nice room with kitchen very modern and clean.
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

A HAVEN OF PEACE BY THE SEA
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. First afternoon and evening at Golden Bay. Second day visited the beaches. Third day Topalou Monastery and evening in Sitiain Sitiainb
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2024

An authentic stone Cretan windmill
Three friends and myself stayed at the Windmill at Anemomili for five nights. We loved the drive up to Sitia that grew more and more wild and beautiful. The windmill is magical. Extremely comfortable and put together with so much care, artistry and love. The hosts were proactive and keen to ensure ...
Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Stylish villa, private heated pool, large garden, sea view, en-suite bathrooms,
We stayed at Villa Manika at the beginning of July and had a wonderful time. The villa is a short drive to Sitia with shops, a beautiful harbour and lots of cafes and restaurants. We had a hire car but got a taxi a few times in the evening which was 8 Euros each way. The villa was very spacious, ...
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2024

Charming Cretan House, Bougainvillea
The house was so deceiving from its description that we chose to leave it to find a hotel and lose our deposit. It was dirty, the floors, table and all kitchen surfaces were sticky. On the table an old half eaten dried up cake welcomed us!! The shower was not high enough to stand up in and its tiles ...
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2017
Popular places to visit
Vai Palm Grove
Explore the great outdoors at Vai Palm Grove, a lovely green space in Vai. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Zakros Palace
Find out about the history of Sitia when you take a trip to Zakros Palace. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Toplou Monastery
You can find out about the history of Sitia with a trip to Toplou Monastery. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Valley of the Dead
Learn about the local history of Sitia with a stop at Valley of the Dead. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Chiona Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Chiona Beach during your trip to Sitia? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Richtis Gorge
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Richtis Gorge during your travels in Sitia. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Things to do

Historical Crete: Self-Guided Drive from Malia to Agios Nikolaos

Cultural Tour in Remote Villages at Agios Nikolaos area

Crete: Raku Pottery Experience with Master Potter in Myrsini

4-Hour Private Boat Rental Without Skipper at Agios Nikolaos

Agios Nikolaos - Elounda 4 hour tour with Skipper


