If your dream vacation involves beautiful ocean views and a lot of time on the beach, Agia Pelagia is the destination for you. The town is only 20 km (12.4 mi) from the airport, but is small and peaceful, the perfect spot for a refreshing trip by the sea. There are many taverns and cafeterias lining the shore, while the grocery stores and tourist shops are located within the city center. The area’s six beaches are lively and populated by day, but quiet down after the sunsets, and the village is calm and quiet in the evenings. For those looking to explore, Agia Pelagia is the perfect home base, as it is located in the heart of Crete and has driving access to many day trips across the island. To complete your stay in Agia Pelagia, check out these highly rated Airbnb vacation rentals in the area.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on May 17, 2024.
1. Charming retro studio with shared pool and view (from USD 70)
This bright and cheery apartment is the perfect home base for your beach adventure. The stylish space can comfortably accommodate two guests, who will enjoy amenities including a full kitchen, laundry facilities, WiFi access, and a television. Guests will also have access to a beautiful garden with lemon trees and a large pool. A masseuse and gym are also available for guest use. The property is family friendly, with a baby bath, crib, and high chair available to borrow.
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also the view from the apartments is spectacular :)the room was lovely and the view from the veranda was very nice tooit has amazing views and a pool for hot afternoonsthe pool and view are amazing a lovely place to relaxbeautifully landscaped gardens and a quiet pool with a nice viewHost:
george and claire were absolutely the best hostsgeorge is the perfect hostgeorge is a amazing hostgeorge was the perfect host and was always around to offer advice or helpgeorge was a very cool host and all the time friendly and politeRead more reviewsLocation:
and the location was beautifulgood place and great locationit is the perfect location for a beach vacationthe place is wonderful on top of being well locateda nice place to spend some time
2. Lemon-colored house near the beach (from USD 43)
Guests looking for easy beach access will love the location of this home, only a three-minute walk from the area’s main beach. The space can sleep up to five people, and is equipped with a bedroom, a fully stocked kitchen, a living room, and a small open garden with a lemon tree. Guests also have use of an outdoor shower for when they return from the beach and an open air balcony. The property is a 30-minute drive from both the Heraklion Airport and the Heraklion city center.
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wifi is very goodthere are fully equipped kitchen bathroom with hot water big sofa and 2 comfortable bedsthe apartments are very well arranged: coffee machine toaster waffler washing machineHost:
nikos is a great hostthe perfect host always ready to help you with more than whatever you neededthe owners are very hospitable benevolent and easy contact personsfriendly waters and great food just behind the beach nikos is a great host and greeted us warmlywill not write many words - i just recommend it thanks to perfect host - nikosRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is just near the beach there is everything that you need for a good vacationsthis is a nice place perfect location and fully equipped for comfortable livingwe spend a week at the place and very liked itwe hope to visit this place againthe area is the perfect place to unwind we will definitely be back
3. Mpitzarakis studio apartment (from USD 164)
This airy and serene apartment is beautifully decorated and can sleep up to four guests. The property is walking distance from a number of shops and restaurants, where guests can find anything they need, and is located right on the beach. The house has a balcony from which there is a breathtaking ocean view. Guests will have access to amenities including air conditioning, WiFi, a television, a fully stocked kitchen, and free street parking.
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very very nice apartment with a unbelievable view and surrounded by nice and helpful peoplethe apartment was perfect for that offering nice places to sit in the sun or shadewe used the rooftop terrace for breakfast and reading in the late evening - so very relaxingwe have travelled all over the world and used airbnb frequently but this seaside apartment is the bestCleanliness:
very clean and the beds were comfortableit was clean and like the picturethe space is beautiful and cleanthe place was clean and had everything we needed and morethe accommodation is very clean even better than on the pictures its also bigger than it seemsHost:
the host is sooo friendly and nicegiannis is an excellent hostgiannis was a great host he went out of his way to help us and was very kindgiannis was an amazing host and was very helpful and friendlyyannis was a great host that you will always look forRead more reviewsLocation:
a great location to disconnect from the city lifethe location is perfect for those who long to be beside the seasidethe location of the studio is exceptional unbelivable and we felt privilegeda lovely pretty place right in the sea frontthere is an excellent choice of restaurants and bars all within walking distance
4. Luxury house with a sea view (from USD 100)
Guests looking for easy each access will love staying in this modern apartment. The space has high ceilings and two bedrooms, as well as WiFi, a washing machine, air conditioning, and free street parking. It is also family friendly, with a bathtub, high chair, and crib all available to borrow if needed. The city center of Heraklion is a 20-minute drive away, and the airport is 25 minutes away.
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the wifi was good at all timesthe unit had all kitchen appliances and a patio to sit and enjoy peacefullythe apartment is very stylish has high ceilings and great air conditionthe house was clean and had perfectly working air conditioningfour of my friends we comfortable stay in 2 levels of houseCleanliness:
clean comfortable and relaxingthe appartment was clean and offers everything you needmanos’ place is clean modern convenient and stylishit was sparkling clean and very well equipped with everything you may needthere is a good place to leave clothes to dry at one side of the frontHost:
hospitality of the owner was perfectmanos was very helpfulmanos was a gracious host and always available to answer questionsresponsive host and easy parkingmanos was very helpful to usRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic beach side location in a stylish apartmentlocation is peaceful however close to all restaurant's of which there are plentythe location is fabulous due to the proximity to the beach taverns and supermarketsreally nice apartment close to a really beautiful beachthe clear and wonderful sea is just 2 minutes away from the living place
5. Dimitra's vintage yard — home by the beach (from USD 83)
For those traveling with a large group, Emmanouel’s home is both spacious and well located. The space can sleep up to six guests, and has a large garden with lemon, mandarin, and orange trees. The house has two bedrooms, a kitchen, and a living room, and is equipped with laundry facilities, WiFi, a television, and free parking. The home is family-friendly, with a baby bath, crib, and high chair available to borrow.
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in addition it has great wifi a large washing machine and is in a quiet safe areaCleanliness:
the house is completely renovated decorated with so much love very clean and the garden was greatHost:
the host was more than helpfulmaria was an amazing hostmoreover maria is perfect hostmaria was the perfect host and loved our staymaria is the most excellent and welcoming hostRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location just as close to the beach as advertisedlovely house and great locationperfect location right by the beach and downtown areaperfect great food a convenient supermarket and pharmacy and a bus to heraklion made it a good basethe house was lovely and homely and very close to the beach
6. Endless blue villa (from USD 109)
Eni’s beautiful and sunny home has an ocean theme and can sleep four guests. The house has two bedrooms, a living room with a fireplace, a kitchen where visitors can prepare their own meals, a terrace overlooking the village and the ocean, and a spacious back garden. Amenities available include WiFi, laundry facilities, air conditioning, and a television. The main beach and the stores and restaurants of the town are a short distance away.
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amazing house with all the facilities and a magnificent viewHost:
eni is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to stay good location for heraklion and airport
7. Apartment between two beaches (from USD 52)
For guests looking for a house with both views and a great location, look no further than Dimitris’ recently renovated apartment. The space can sleep up to four guests, with a double bed and a pull-out couch. From the living room, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the hills and the ocean, and the open air balcony allows a cool breeze to flow through the apartment. The property is a short walk from two of the area’s best beaches, as well as the restaurants and taverns in the area. Free airport pickup is available upon request.
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the apartment is a great pace to stay with beautiful views over the bay from the balconythe apartment is super cute and has a great patio and viewthe best host and stay ever the apt was super clean with nice amenities and touchesCleanliness:
the unit was clean modern and quietlovely stay everything was very clean and comfortablethe apartment is cleanthe appartment was exactly what the photos showed clean and with modern facilitiesHost:
host was great picking us up at heraklion and very helpfulhe was always very helpful considerate and kinddimitris was a fantastic host - quick to respond knowledgeable about the area and super laidbackdimitri is also very kind and helpfulthank you dimitris for being the best host would definitely recommend we want to go back alreadyRead more reviewsLocation:
location was also very good very close to very nice beachesit is perfectly situated between 2 stunning bays - less than 10 minutes walk to each oneeasy to park (and free)the apartment is in such a beautiful location and was such a relaxing week awaythe flat was perfect nothing is missing and we really enjoyed the location between beaches
8. Apartment in Agia Pelagia beach
Guests staying in this clean and bright apartment will never want to leave. The space can sleep four people in two bedrooms, and is located right at the center of Agia Pelagia. All of the area’s amenities are within a five-minute walk from the house, including grocery stores, shops, restaurants, cafes, and the beach. The apartment itself has WiFi, air conditioning, and a TV, as well as a kitchen where guests can prepare their own meals and a free parking space. Your host Sarakinos can also assist you in renting a car for a discounted price.
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excellent wifi connection :) i would definitely come back again thanks sarakinos
9. Modern beachfront apartment
This apartment is bright and spacious, and is only 100 m (328 ft) from the beach. The space can sleep up to four guests in its two bedrooms, and visitors have access to the entire space. Amenities available include air conditioning, WiFi, a kitchen, laundry facilities, an indoor fireplace, and an outdoor barbecue grill. Not only is the home close to the beach, it also has easy access to all of the town’s shops and restaurants.
Agia Pelagia, GreeceAccommodates: 4
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the beds were super comfortable just watch your head on the lights over the single bedswe had a beautiful stay at the apartmenteverything you need to enjoy your stay great ac excellent kitchen supplies tons of towels and clean sheetsCleanliness:
lovely clean well positioned apartmentthe apartment is clean and niceeverything is clean and easy-to-usethe flat is very clean and comfortablethe apartment was very clean with a massive supply of fluffy white towels and crisp white sheetsHost:
the hosts are very kind and hospitable peoplethe host are very friendly and helpfulthanks to both of them for hosting us at their apartmentwe love this place and the house and the hosts and we hope to come back againdimitrios and his family are very friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
location is excellent; short walk to the beautiful beachperfect location for your visit to agia pelagiavery close to the beach shops and cafe/restaurants :)the kids can walk to the beech safelya spacious beautifully designed apartment which is close to the central beach in agia pelagia and all the cafés
10. Traditional Greek home by the sea
This cozy beachfront apartment is perfect for travelers looking for an authentic stay in Agia Pelagia. The traditional home can sleep up to three guests in three beds, and has a fully equipped kitchen. Guests have access to WiFi, air conditioning, a TV, and a free parking spot. Many of the town’s local restaurants and shops are a short walk from home.
Accommodates: 4
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great studio apartment fully equipped kitchen air conditionerthe only good points are close proximity to the beach and good wifi connectionCleanliness:
agia pelagia is a wonderful place with clean seaHost:
konstantinos is a very nice hostkonstantinos his neighbor tamara are very helpful and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location within minutes from the beachgood clear house with perfect sea close to itsuper close to the shore which makes it easy to go back and to the beach & room
Get ready to rewind and relax
Agia Pelagia is a beautiful and peaceful town on the island of Crete, and no matter where you stay, your trip to the town is sure to be a success.
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