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Volakias beach
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Volakias beach is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 25th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 11.5 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Paralia Milatou settlement, just 1.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and white fine pebble, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Volakias beach shoreline is completely occupied by the hotels. The beach facilities are only available to hotel guests. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Paralia Kalimera, which has a rating of 7.8.
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Key features
Beach overall scores
Volakias beach is located in Crete within Paralia Milatou, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Crete island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"This hotel is superb, particularly the rooms numbered 601 to 614, which offer a stunning view of the sea from just 20 meters away."
Lorenzo Delacroix
"The seashore is predominantly secluded, and we had to resort to a sneaky approach by traversing the unpaved path (either on foot for 20 minutes or by a four-wheel drive). However, it is not an obligatory destination for beachgoers."
Louis-Philippe D.
User reviews
"This hotel is superb, particularly the rooms numbered 601 to 614, which offer a stunning view of the sea from just 20 meters away."
Lorenzo Delacroix
"The seashore is predominantly secluded, and we had to resort to a sneaky approach by traversing the unpaved path (either on foot for 20 minutes or by a four-wheel drive). However, it is not an obligatory destination for beachgoers."
Louis-Philippe D.
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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4.6km
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Located at nearest locality
Paralia Milatou
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5.5km from center
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4.6km
from the beach
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Located at nearest locality
Paralia Milatou
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5.5km from center
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8.6km
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Located at nearest locality
Paralia Milatou
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9.8km from center
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8.8km
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Located at nearest locality
Paralia Milatou
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9.8km from center
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8.8km
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Paralia Milatou
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10km from center
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8.8km
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Located at nearest locality
Paralia Milatou
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9.9km from center
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Volakias beach?
The Volakias beach is covered with white small pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is convenient from small pebbles.
What are the key activities at Volakias beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Volakias beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Volakias beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Volakias beach is partially protected from waves.
So the overall recommendation of the Volakias beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Volakias beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is owned by hotel so its guests have access to the entire infrastructure. It's covered with small pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Volakias beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Volakias beach?
The bar is located right on the Volakias beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Volakias beach?
There are 597 places to stay in the Volakias beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Volakias beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Volakias beach from parking?
The Volakias beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.
Are there any attractions nearby Volakias beach?
There are 3 attractions near Volakias beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Milatos Cave located in 3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Volakias beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Volakias beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Volakias beach (Crete island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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