Agia Pelagia Beach
Agia Pelagia Beach
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ljubimci
Belgrade, Serbia900 contributions
July 2021 • Couples
Our hotel manager advised us not to go, he said Agia Pelagia is nice just on internet comments, in reality is not worth the drive from Heraklion at all... but we didn't listen. The road from Heraklion was harder than we thought, a BIG advice for you all - if you're using Google Maps and driving from Heraklion to Agia Pelagia DON'T take the first option to slide right from the national road because you'll end up on an unpaved goat road! Take the next exit, drive a bit more down the main road and take the next exit, it's a lot more convenient and leads you to normal road.
When we finally descended to the beach (also, GMaps show that you can drive directly to the beach but in reality the road stops at the parking), we remembered our hotel manager and his words. It's a narrow, narrow, packed place, full of kids, families, kids toys on the beach and in the water, even the rubber castle for jumping in the water, above it all. It looked like a dirty little place, nothing like on the photos. Well, on the photos it is clear that the beach is narrow, we should've looked better, but in reality it's even more obvious. On top of that, taverna tables are so close to the sunbeds and people are having lunch one meter from another man's towel and slippers... just... inappropriate, especially in Covid era with social "distance".
Don't waste your time, it's a village, nothing special village, and a village-like beach full of yelling and screaming kids packed like sardines on the beach. Go to Bali instead, it's not far away!
When we finally descended to the beach (also, GMaps show that you can drive directly to the beach but in reality the road stops at the parking), we remembered our hotel manager and his words. It's a narrow, narrow, packed place, full of kids, families, kids toys on the beach and in the water, even the rubber castle for jumping in the water, above it all. It looked like a dirty little place, nothing like on the photos. Well, on the photos it is clear that the beach is narrow, we should've looked better, but in reality it's even more obvious. On top of that, taverna tables are so close to the sunbeds and people are having lunch one meter from another man's towel and slippers... just... inappropriate, especially in Covid era with social "distance".
Don't waste your time, it's a village, nothing special village, and a village-like beach full of yelling and screaming kids packed like sardines on the beach. Go to Bali instead, it's not far away!
Written 25 August 2021
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AfricaAtNewYears
Island of Malta, Malta443 contributions
June 2021 • Couples
This beach is bounded by a pair of ***** hotels. In between are quite a few tavernas, some convenience stores (supermarkets), a nightclub and some small, higher-end accommodations. The beach has some sand that seems to be covering rocks of various sizes. There’s a lifeguard stand, a dive center, umbrellas and sun beds for rent (20€), and really no restrooms. The parking lots becomes very crowded as does the beach itself with cars parked every which way and non-paying beach goers with their own stuff crowding out the walkways and space of those that pay. Beach maintenance is pretty good with cleanups happening each evening and sporadically during the day. Winds and tides alter the ratios of rocks to sand and it’s not unusual for the front-most umbrellas and sun beds to be washed by the sea. Snorkeling is better on the side next to the Castillo resort, where there’s a shower and changing booth, but there are mostly just small fish and crabs during midday. Overall it’s a fairly good beach, particularly when there are fewer beach goers and it’s not too hot.
Written 20 July 2021
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Roslyn, NY1 contribution
Sept 2023 • Family
Just came back from Agia Pelagia, stayed there for 9 days with my daughter. She found this area because it is relative close to Heraklion airport and she flew in from Europe. I am from US. For our first 5 days, we stayed in a expensive luxury airbnb, later stayed in a smaller one for rest of 4 days. The area is near the sea, water is clear and warm, the restaurants are all very good. The cons are the area's roads are very narrow and winding and a lots of dirt roads, the first airbnb is above the hills, we had to drive up to very scary dirt road. The second airbnb's bedroom and shower condition is worse than two star hotel. Beaches are relative small and very crowded. At night, it felt isolated and lonely with wind blowing. In the weekend night, the nearly by restaurants's music was loud and wouldn't stop until 2am.
Written 25 September 2023
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Никола А
Republic of North Macedonia1 contribution
Sept 2023 • Friends
Crowded but I don't mind. "Sand" was very rough, like sand for construction. No beach bars with the sunbeds, you pay separately so no toilets. You have to go to the restaurants for a bathroom. The water was very clean but you have big rocks and cliffs inside so you have to be very careful. I absolutely do not get why this place is so popular. There are so many better beaches on this island.
Written 6 September 2023
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Deb
Dudley, UK300 contributions
Aug 2021
We visited this beach in August, so expected it to be very busy and it certainly was! It is particularly busy at the weekends due to the locals using it more.
The beach is very narrow, only allowing two rows of sunbeds along most of it, some parts only one row. Some of the sunbeds are almost in the sea! We didn't find this to be a problem, it only adds to the character of this little beach.
The beach is cleaned daily and there are plenty of bins around, there aren't any toilets on the beach but plenty of restaurants very close, so you just need to buy a drink to use their facilities. The beach has an active lifeguard and a popular diving centre as well as boat hire. 2 sunbeds with a parasol with set you back 7euros for the whole day.
We enjoyed our days on this beach and would recommend it if staying in the area.
The beach is very narrow, only allowing two rows of sunbeds along most of it, some parts only one row. Some of the sunbeds are almost in the sea! We didn't find this to be a problem, it only adds to the character of this little beach.
The beach is cleaned daily and there are plenty of bins around, there aren't any toilets on the beach but plenty of restaurants very close, so you just need to buy a drink to use their facilities. The beach has an active lifeguard and a popular diving centre as well as boat hire. 2 sunbeds with a parasol with set you back 7euros for the whole day.
We enjoyed our days on this beach and would recommend it if staying in the area.
Written 13 August 2021
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28Cath82
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June 2022
Agia Pelagia has a lovely enclosed bay with plenty of restaurants situated just steps from the beach. The sea was stunning, although it went deep very quickly so this could be dangerous for young children. The beach is a fine stone/sandy beach, but there are quite a few rocks at the waters edge. Sunbeds were chargeable but very comfortable. The beach got very busy at the weekends, but there was usually a pair of sunbeds available during the week at most times of the day in June.
The choice of restaurants and bars was brilliant, all situated along the beach front. I would go there again, but not for two weeks.
The choice of restaurants and bars was brilliant, all situated along the beach front. I would go there again, but not for two weeks.
Written 13 July 2022
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Gabriel M
Bucharest, Romania181 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
It was a very beautiful beach, actually the most beautiful beach that is close to the Heraklion city. I didn t expected to be that beautiful, so it was a nice surprize for me when i saw it for the first time. I really enjoyed the view. Hope to return there some day.
Written 31 August 2022
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Kernow999
Upwey, UK278 contributions
June 2023 • Couples
We stayed in a nearby hotel and used the beach and the cove as our base every day for snorkelling. There are so many fish! Most swimmers have no idea! Yes the beach is crowded and noisy and beach-shoes are recommended but we headed to the rocks to enter the water. Every day was amazing. It’s worth hiring a boat to go and explore. There’s so much more to see.
So many friendly places to eat. We didn’t have a bad lunch.
We had a fabulous time.
Take a snorkel and mask!!
So many friendly places to eat. We didn’t have a bad lunch.
We had a fabulous time.
Take a snorkel and mask!!
Written 28 June 2023
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Susan T
103 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
If you want to lie around on a beach this is not the place - the beach itself is small and the beds etc are very busy - but as a resort this is excellent - beautiful setting, lots of tavernas and shops. Sea is crystal clear and there is some decent snorkelling. The bay is sheltered and would be perfect for paddle boarding if you could be bothered!
Written 15 September 2024
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robyngooding
Tokyo, Japan8 contributions
Sept 2020
Love this beach. Great for kids, lots of good restaurants to eat at and things to do nearby. Go early if you want a spot during busy seasons. We like the sand on the far end near the cliff!
Written 23 October 2020
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quelqu un est il sur place en ce moment et pouvez vous me dire comment ca se passe à l hotel , ainsi que sur la plage ?
Written 27 July 2020
quel est le prix des transats sur la plage s il vous plait ?
Written 7 March 2020
Désolé de ne pouvoir vous répondre ;je ne connais pas le prix des transats sur la plage .Je vais à Agia-pélagia pour une petite taverne "CHEZ COCHILLI" car trop de monde sur la plage! Désolé
Written 7 March 2020
Jannis K
Alingsas, Sweden
Hej undrar om det är sandbotten på agia pelagia, samt är det barnvänligt för 3åring. Vi har varit mycket på andra sidan tex på stavros beach , agia marina, är det värt att se agia pelagia, eller vart på östra kreta är det finast vatten?Med vänlig hälsning, Janne
Written 11 April 2019
Hi, Jannis. The first few meters of the beach at Agia Pelagia is fine sand. After this, fine pebbles, and then larger pebbles. The beach is very child-friendly, mainly because it is a protected bay, unlike many north Crete beaches. The sea here is always calm. Bali Beach, farther to the west, is another good choice for small kids. There are so many beaches here on Crete, difficult to advise in the small space provided. Bottom line, you and your wonderful child will always remember Agia Pelagia. Hope this helps.
Written 17 April 2019
We are thinking of staying at the seaside resort and spa is there bars and restaurants nearby
Written 1 February 2019
On the beach, there are a dozen or more bars, and about twice as many cafes, restaurants, and tavernas. There are also several of each up the hillsides to the main road. Almyra is my choice, right on the beach, impeccable food, amazing drinks, classy like a Bond flick. The staff waits on you under your umbrella or on the terrace or patio. There are several other in this class and everything in between. Other choices depend on where you are staying. Lygaria Beach may actually be closer if you are at the top of the hill. Hope this helped.
Written 1 February 2019
האם יש תחבורה ציבורית שמגיעה למקום ממלון athena palas ?
Written 20 September 2018
Hi, yeas there is public transportation - also Athina Palace Hotel offers transfer to the village of Agia Pelagia, beside the public bus company.
Written 8 February 2019
Are there taxis waiting near by?
Written 25 July 2018
There are always taxi transfers going on in Agia Pelagia or at nearby resorts. Ask any shop owner or other vendor and they will be happy to call a taxi for you.
Written 26 July 2018
"Greek coasts are, according to the Greek constitution, a public good and not for one person or company to exploit.There are no private beaches in Greece." Is it true?
"Even if a hotel is situated right on the beach, it is obliged toward let beachgoers visit for free even if the only access to the beach is through the hotel." Anybody has information about the beach off the Out of the Blue?
Written 17 August 2017
The beach just off the hotel and there is public access. You can get to the Blue Lagoon though the path is not obvious and you have to ask when you are there. Have fun!
Written 17 August 2017
Is there parasailing on the beach
Written 22 July 2017
HI ya no not on the small beach, you have to go to Palagia for the water sports.
Written 24 July 2017
Is there some where close by that we can hire bikes kyacks?, is there a good bus service? Thanks thinking of staying near hear
Written 22 June 2016
Yes there is a bus service into Herkalion around 3 times a day from Agia Pelagia- we found the most useful one was at 9.40 am
More frequent buses are from the main road around 2 miles away.
Written 23 June 2016
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