Plakias travel guide

Plakias Tourism | Plakias Guide

You're Going to Love Plakias

With a population of 143, Plakias is a must-see destination in Crete, Greece. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 8 days in order to fully appreciate everything Plakias has to offer.

When to visit Plakias

Plakias in January
Estimated hotel price
£30
1 night at 3-star hotel
Plakias in January
Estimated hotel price
£30
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Plakias

Car

Another option to get to Plakias is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 316 km from Plakias. You’ll find branches of Record Go and Centauro, among others, in Athens.

Car

Another option to get to Plakias is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 316 km from Plakias. You’ll find branches of Record Go and Centauro, among others, in Athens.

Where to stay in Plakias

Average rates range from around £51 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £64 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Plakias

Most booked hotels in Plakias

Alianthos Garden Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£77+
Horizon Beach Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£42+
Plakias Resorts
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£80+
Costas & Chrysoula
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£33+
Kalypso Cretan Village Resort & Spa
4 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
£43+

Hiring a car in Plakias

Expect to pay £1.68 per litre in Plakias (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.07 and £26.76.

Expect to pay £1.68 per litre in Plakias (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.07 and £26.76.