Palaiochóra

Keratides beach

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

The bar is located right on the Keratides beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Pearl cavo is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

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

There are 220 places to stay in the Keratides beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Keratides beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8759405&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">COCOONING BLUE HOUSE Elafonisi</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1192566&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Elafonisi Villas</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5021404&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Meliti Sunset View & Private Pool Villa with Jacuzzi 4 Couples</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6157623&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Best View Mountain Villa</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5140075&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Vasiliki's Residence Amazing View</a></li></ul>

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6.7

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#301 out of 478
in Crete

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Keratides beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 301th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 178 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Paleochora settlement, just 1.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray pebble, 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. There is a campsite located nearby.

Keratides beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant. .

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 directly on the beach.

11 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Pahia Ammos, which has a rating of 8.7.

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Historical

+21 ^oC +18 ^oC

Air temperature

4.2 M/S

Wind

+19 ^oC

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

Paleochora, Crete,

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Keratides beach is located in Crete within Paleochora, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

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

"Upon our arrival at the end of May, we were greeted with a serene and spacious pebble beach that was devoid of any crowds. The tranquil atmosphere was truly a sight to behold, and we were able to bask in the sun and enjoy the soothing sound of the waves. The beach was an idyllic haven that provided a much-needed escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life."

Suriya Jhaveri

"The beach has a peaceful atmosphere and is adorned with a handful of trees providing shade. Additionally, the beach is covered with gray pebbles."

Nala Raine

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Suriya Jhaveri

"The beach has a peaceful atmosphere and is adorned with a handful of trees providing shade. Additionally, the beach is covered with gray pebbles."

Nala Raine

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

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5 accomodations nearby

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16.3km from the beach

9.4

Excellent

COCOONING BLUE HOUSE Elafonisi

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Paleochora

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16.3km from center

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Meliti Sunset View & Private Pool Villa with Jacuzzi 4 Couples

19.8km from the beach

8.3

Very good

Meliti Sunset View & Private Pool Villa with Jacuzzi 4 Couples

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Paleochora

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19.6km from center

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20.1km from the beach

9.4

Excellent

Elafonisi Villas

Resort Villa

Located at nearest locality

Paleochora

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19.8km from center

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21.2km from the beach

9.7

Exceptional

Vasiliki's Residence Amazing View

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Located at nearest locality

Paleochora

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21.9km from center

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6.5km from the beach

Best View Mountain Villa

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Stratoi

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7.8km from center

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Deserted even in high season
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach
size&shape
- Length - long, about 500 meters
- Width - sufficient

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.8 (Good)

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9.5

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray fine sand

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Falasarna beach

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Falasarna 1.1 km

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Balos Beach

8.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque

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Pahia Ammos beach

Pahia Ammos

8.7

Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown fine sand

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Gialiskari beach

8.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray pebble

Anydri 1.7 km

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Falasarna mikri

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

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Ilingas beach

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray pebble

Hora Sfakion 1.1 km

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Chalikia beach

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray pebble

Paleochora 0.4 km

Anydri, Greece

Ammoudia beach

7.7

Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray fine pebble

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Grammeno Beach

7.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water

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Krios Beach

7.7

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Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Pearl cavo• 3 min walk
Restaurant Vrissali• 7 min walk
Oriental Bay Restaur...• 12 min walk
To Kyma• 13 min walk

Attractions

Art Flow Studio Gall...• 18 min walk
paleoxora xania• 19 min walk
Άγαλμα γυμνόστηθης γ...• 20 min walk
Castel Selino• 20 min walk

Transport

CHQ• 52.7km
Bus Stop: KALAMAKI• 39.5km

Localities

Paleochora• 1.4km
Kastelli• 178km

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

The beachline of Keratides beach is covered with gray pebbles. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Keratides beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Keratides beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Keratides 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.

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

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Keratides beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Keratides beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

What are the key audiences of Keratides beach?

Keratides beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers

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

The bar is located right on the Keratides beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Pearl cavo is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Keratides beach?

There are 220 places to stay in the Keratides beach area.

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

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Keratides beach from parking?

The Keratides beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Keratides beach?

There are 4 attractions near Keratides beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Art Flow Studio Gallery located in 1.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Keratides beach is August. Its average value reaches 28°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?

Keratides beach (Crete island) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Keratides beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.