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The village and the beach of Stalos on Crete 
Stalos is a coastal village at 8 km west of Chania, that lies along the "Old National Road" that runs between Chania and Kissamos. In this part of Crete there are long sandy beaches and so accommodations for tourists have been created here. The part of the village at the beach is called Kato (lower) Stalos and higher up - 1 kilometers away and 150 meters higher - you find the original Stalos, which is the older part of town. This is called Pano (higher) Stalos. In Stalos are many facilities such as supermarkets, tavernes, shops and there is some nightlife. On the beach of Stalos you can rent umbrellas and sunbeds. The beach is quite large so everybody should be able to find a place for himself. From Stalos there are regular bus connections to Chania town (every 15 minutes). |
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From the beach of Stalos you look out over the uninhabited islet Agii Theodori. According to legend this island was never there and is originally a sea monster that was petrified because of the prayers of the islanders. In this tradition the large opening on the side of the island is not a cave but in fact the mouth of the monster. The island has always been uninhabited, except in the Venetian period, when the Venetians have built two fortresses on it and turned it into a military base. In an attack by the Turks in 1645 the island was unable to withstand the violence of the invading army. The Venetians fled to the highest fortress and blew himself up. After that the island became uninhabited again. Nowadays you will only find some wild animals on it. |
Accommodations in Stalos - Hotels, appartments and studios in Stalos |
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Top Hotel in StalosTop Hotel in Stalos is run by a friend of mine (Sophia) and her family. The hotel is situated on a cliff in the village and has a beautiful view over the bay and the village of Stalos. There are many types of rooms for rent: studios for two or three persons and apartments with one or two bedrooms. The decor is simple, but all rooms have a kitchenette with fridge and cooking facilities, TV and air conditioning. The hotel has a swimming pool with sunbeds, there is a snack bar and there is a bar where you can order a drink. At the hotel there is a parking for your car. To reach the Top Hotel turn into the road at the small square along the Old National Road, where is the bus stop and Maria's Restaurant. Then go immediately left at the sign for "Top Hotel" and follow the road to the hotel.
Phone (+30) 2821060058 Mob (+30) 6942055345 -
Send an e-mail to the Top Hotel
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© Hans Huisman, http://www.angelfire.com/super2/greece/ 2012