Ammoudara accommodation from NZ$164

Oftentimes, Wotif travellers like to stay near the action, so why not book a hotel that is near the Natural History Museum of Crete or the Heraklion Archaeological Museum? The Galaxy Hotel Iraklio and the El Greco Hotel are two of the options close to the Natural History Museum of Crete. The Lato Boutique Hotel and the GDM Megaron are close to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum.

You could look at the Marilisa Hotel and also the Sunset Beach Hotel. The Marilisa Hotel is situated 18 kilometres from the middle of Ammoudara. The Sunset Beach Hotel is situated 17 kilometres away. Other hotel options worth checking out around Ammoudara are the Prince of Lillies and the Knossos Beach Bungalows & Suites.

After you've cruised Ammoudara for a while, be sure to set aside a few more days to discover Crete Island's many other charms. Photographers will love Crete Island's beaches. You should also explore a selection of the area's ruins and traditional villages. Common things to do in this part of Greece include mountain biking and mountain climbing.

It's well known that New Zealanders are pretty chilled, so consider extending your stay and check out the Cretaquarium and Watercity Waterpark, which you'll find in Gouves, 20 kilometres to the east of Ammoudara. Some of our recommended Gouves hotel options include the Arina Sand Hotel - All Inclusive and Mitsis Rinela Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive. 30 kilometres to the east of Ammoudara, you can also stay at Hersonissos, which is home to the Astir Studios and Creta Solaris Hotel Apartments. Should you choose to stay in Hersonissos, set aside a little time to visit the Aquaworld Aquarium, Star Beach Water Park and Crete Golf Club.

Before you head home, why not spend an afternoon rubbing shoulders with local sports obsessives at a local game? You'll find Pankritio Stadium 4 kilometres to the east of Ammoudara. Those wanting to stay close to the stadium can choose from the Galaxy Hotel Iraklio or the El Greco Hotel.

Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is the most practical airport for flying in and out of Ammoudara and is 10 kilometres drive from the heart of town. If you choose to stay nearby, try the Prince of Lillies or the AKS Minoa Palace Hotel.