Gortyna accommodation from NZ$105

Check out the Kalimera Archanes Village and also the Petronikolis Traditional House. The Kalimera Archanes Village can be found 25 kilometres from the main part of Gortyna. The Petronikolis Traditional House is situated 25 kilometres away. The Villa Archanes, as well as the Scalani Hills Residences, are other alternative places to book accommodation around Gortyna.

If you've got the time, why not broaden your horizons and discover the many other attractions dotted around Crete Island? Admire Crete Island's beaches. If the great outdoors are not your cup of tea, go to a selection of the area's ruins, traditional villages and old towns. Popular things to do in this particular part of Greece include mountain biking.

Don't skedaddle before you have checked out the Palace of Phaistos, Komos Beach and Beach of Matala in Faistos. Should you wish to visit Faistos, check out the Ksa Sou Traditional Guesthouses and Olive Villas. Or, you could consider staying in Gouves, 40 kilometres to the northeast of Gortyna, where you'll find the Marilisa Hotel and Sunset Beach Hotel. If you're staying in Gouves, you might like to visit the Cretaquarium and Watercity Waterpark.

If watching sport rocks your world, head to Pankritio Stadium, which is 35 kilometres to the north of Gortyna. Those wishing to find a room or apartment near to the action can select from the Galaxy Hotel Iraklio or the El Greco Hotel.

Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is the preferred airport and is located 35 kilometres away from the centre of Gortyna. Accommodations nearby include the Prince of Lillies and the AKS Minoa Palace Hotel.