Since it's a big island you...
Since it's a big island you have to rent a car and explore it by yourself. The northern part is very very touristy and the prices are higher. Personally, I loved much more the southern part where the locals are more friendly and the nature is wilder. I also believe there's never a problem to rent a room for a low price. Try Mirtos (south) or Kato Zakros (east). I stayed in Stalis (Stalida), squeezed between Hersonnisos and Malia, at the Panorama Hotel - lovely family run hotel with pool, pool bar, restaurant, ... The best restaurants: Ellas and Yannis. Islands, smaller and bigger...



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Knosos, Crete
Map of Crete
The Knossos Palace