The family-run Michael apartments is surrounded by a flowered garden only 100 meters from the beach of Rethymno. It offers self-catered accommodation with free Wi-Fi and balcony overlooking the lush greenery. A kitchenette with cooking facilities and fridge is included in all the air-conditioned units at the Michael apartments Each has a satellite TV and safety deposit box. A hairdryer is also provided. Guests have easy access to restaurants and shops. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can offer information on the old town of Rethymno, within a 3-minutes drive. The new marina is just 0.6 miles away. Chania airport is 40.4 miles away.

Crete. As well as the magnificent beaches and warm seas, the size and physical variety of the island of Crete invites exploration, and Michael Apartments, located at Afstralon Polemiston 18, Rethymno Town, 74100, Greece, is the ideal staring point. Uniquely among Greek islands, Crete’s mountainous spine creates a sense of spaciousness, a life distinct from sea and sand. Fly-drive holidays to Crete – or simply the hire of a car for some days during your stay in Michael Apartments, – will enable you to seek out the rugged formations of the interior, the fertile countryside and tiny chapels filled with frescoes, the mountain villages where time has stood still. Always, the authentic spirit of the islanders, their fierce independence and pride – as well as the best cooking and most delicious meals that constitute the famed “Cretan Diet” – will more likely be found where few others are looking. With so much to see, with dolphins to watch, shaded squares to paint, olive trees and wild orchids, Minoan remains and sweeping beaches, no wonder Crete holidays and Michael Apartments are revisited so often.