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Kakoskala beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Kakoskala beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Kakoskala beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Red Castle is the closest place located 2000 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Kakoskala beach?

There are 603 places to stay in the Kakoskala beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Kakoskala beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8723788&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Stella Luxury Apartments</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=314014&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Porto Galini</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=240711&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Astoria Hotel</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=252032&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Erofili Rooms</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=559098&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kalypso</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=383960&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kriti Studios</a></li></ul>

Good for Relax

5.9

/ 10 Pleasant

#346 out of 478
in Crete

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About

Kakoskala beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 346th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 87 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Agia Galini settlement, just 2.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Kakoskala beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Agia Galini beach, which has a rating of 8.6.

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Historical

+24 ^oC +16 ^oC

Air temperature

3.8 M/S

Wind

+19 ^oC

Water temperature

0.5 M

Wave height

Agia Galini, Crete,

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Water

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9.5/10

Cover

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2.3/10

Cleanliness

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7.5/10

Amenities

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Kakoskala beach (Crete) is located outside the Agia Galini settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Crete island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Kakoskala beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

User reviews

"The beach is a magnificent destination that provides a soothing escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. It is a perfect place to unwind and relax, as the sound of the waves crashing against the shore creates a peaceful ambiance that instantly calms the mind. The beach offers a variety of activities, from swimming and sunbathing to beach volleyball and water sports. ..."

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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.

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12 accomodations nearby

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2km from the beach

8.3

Very good

Porto Galini

Hotel

Pikris

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830m from center

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2.1km from the beach

8.6

Excellent

Galini Tropica

Hotel

Pikris

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660m from center

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2.6km from the beach

8.7

Excellent

Astoria Hotel

Hotel

Pikris

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150m from center

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2.6km from the beach

SUNFLOWER

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Agia Galini

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120m from center

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2.6km from the beach

Excellent

Hotel Hariklia

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Pikris

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100m from center

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2.7km from the beach

8.6

Excellent

Iro Hotel

Serviced Apartment

Pikris

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80m from center

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2.7km from the beach

9.4

Excellent

Stella Luxury Apartments

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Agia Galini

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70m from center

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2.7km from the beach

Bella Room 4

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Agia Galini

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120m from center

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2.7km from the beach

9.2

Excellent

Vel Boutique Suites

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Located at nearest locality

Agia Galini

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160m from center

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2.7km from the beach

8.5

Excellent

Kalypso

Entire Apartment

Pikris

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120m from center

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2.7km from the beach

9.2

Excellent

Erofili Rooms

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Pikris

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120m from center

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2.8km from the beach

7.7

Very good

Kriti Studios

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Pikris

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170m from center

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Deserted even in high season
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach
size&shape
- Length - long, about 500 meters
- Width - extra narrow

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Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Red Castle• 25 min walk
Beach Bar & Minigolf...• 26 min walk
Romantika Restaurant• 27 min walk
Tropica Restaurant• 28 min walk

Attractions

Παραλία Κακόσκαλο-Μα...• 9 min walk
Trulida• 21 min walk
Kokkinos Pirgos• 2.4km
Kreta Inside• 2.5km

Transport

HER• 50.3km
Bus station Tympaki• 5.1km
Club Calimera Sunshi...• 44.2km

Localities

Agia Galini• 2.7km
Kastelli• 87km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Kakoskala beach?

Kakoskala beach has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Kakoskala beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Kakoskala beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Kakoskala beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Kakoskala beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Kakoskala beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Kakoskala beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Kakoskala beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Kakoskala beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Red Castle is the closest place located 2000 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Kakoskala beach?

There are 603 places to stay in the Kakoskala beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Kakoskala beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Kakoskala beach from parking?

The Kakoskala 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 and you have to overcome a small descent.

Are there any attractions nearby Kakoskala beach?

There are 4 attractions near Kakoskala beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Παραλία Κακόσκαλο-Μακρυμαλιανά located in 0.6 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Kakoskala beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Kakoskala 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 12°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Kakoskala beach (Crete island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Kakoskala beach (Crete island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.