Oasis Studios

“Refreshing alternative to the Cretan gin palaces”

Excellent small hotel of just 40 rooms delivering a truly Greek experience. A real contrast to the faceless mega-hotels along Crete's north coast. Wonderfully convenient location in Agios, superb views from sea-facing rooms - see my photos , splendid selection of food - again see photos, good beach… more

Excellent small hotel of just 40 rooms delivering a truly Greek experience. A real contrast to the faceless mega-hotels along Crete's north coast. Wonderfully convenient location in Agios, superb views from sea-facing rooms - see my photos , splendid selection of food - again see photos, good beach on the doorstep, and, above all, genuinely caring staff. It is a pity that tour operators such as TUI only offer 'all inclusive' at Mare Olympus. Because this, quite wrongly, puts the hotel into the same pigeonhole as the tourist factories along the coast. Staying at the Mare Olympus took us back to the Greece of decades ago, when Greek hospitality and local culture mattered more than the size of the pool and the availability of bling cocktails. Thank you Mare Olympus team.

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“A great holiday.”

This hotel is a little gem. Yes maybe needs a bit of updating but a great base for being so close to the beach and the gorgeous town. Would not hesitate to book again. The staff are wonderful very friendly and welcoming really made our holiday. Thank you for a great stay.

“Definitely recommend”

Great hotel and would have no hesitation in recommending. Great location - beach at the end of the road and about a 5 minute walk to the centre (also would say there is a free city bus every 30 mins). Rooms all seemed different - initially given one with an upstairs bedroom via a spiral staircase s… more

Great hotel and would have no hesitation in recommending. Great location - beach at the end of the road and about a 5 minute walk to the centre (also would say there is a free city bus every 30 mins). Rooms all seemed different - initially given one with an upstairs bedroom via a spiral staircase so we asked to change. Maria sorted this out no problem. visitors to be aware the pool is small but given how close to the sea you are we didn’t use it. Beds were very comfy. Rooms cleaned daily. Food is great (all meals buffet style). We had a couple of days out so they made us packed lunch on these days. Particular mention to the staff who are brilliant. Maria on reception who sorts out everything! She is brilliant - great sense of humour and very knowledgeable. Also to Manos behind the bar in the dining room at meal times - it was great to meet you both. This was a lovely holiday and certainly hope to be back again. Many thanks for everything Maria x Cindy and Wendy

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“Clean/Tidy Rooms and Friendly/Helpful Staff”

Although needing a little TLC overall, the rooms are clean/tidy, the staff are friendly and helpful and the food is lovely. I would have given 5 stars, but it just needs a little bit of work/upgrading around the edges. I would say that having a member of staff on the bar full time would be benefici… more

Although needing a little TLC overall, the rooms are clean/tidy, the staff are friendly and helpful and the food is lovely. I would have given 5 stars, but it just needs a little bit of work/upgrading around the edges. I would say that having a member of staff on the bar full time would be beneficial, but staff are quick to come and serve you once you find someone and ask.

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