Another blissful fortnight in Asteria, courtesy of Jo & Steve. Once again we had Room 1 with its wonderful balcony views - nothing beats breakfasting there on fresh juice, sesame-seed covered bread from the local bakery, salad from the Friday market up the road, olives and fresh goat's cheese from the local supermarket - all to the sound of the... More

What can we say as most reviewers have said it before? Location on Kalamokanias beach is perfect and very peaceful with very few kids around. The studio we had ( room 1) is probably the best equiped we have had anywhere in Greece. The shower was terrific - the water temperature you wanted, the force you wanted and it was... More

The only negaitive thing about our stay is that it was only for one week! All of the positives have already been said and we can only endorse every one of them. The location is ideal and the accommodation is first class (but might be in need of a bit of an overhaul soon). What sets this apart and above... More

We stayed for a week in apartment 1, which had a large balcony overlooking the beach which was only 5 metres away across a narrow, quiet, paved road. We have substantial experience of staying in Greek studios and apartments and we have never had such well equipped accommodation as this. In fact there is everything you would need even for... More

After reading all the fantastic reviews on TA we stopped by on a road trip from our base in Armeni on the off chance we could get a room for the night. At first sight it looked like there was nobody about, but then the lovely landlady, Jo appeared looking cool and relaxed in a turquoise sarong (we had been... More

As said on the title, it is indeed an ideal mix. It is an fantastic mixture of what Greece has to it´s best: a paradise and English professionalism. Asteria offer a very very good all around, with everything that is important to be provided. Good rooms, well equipped and comfortable, placed on a marvelous spot. Looking on the Libyan Sea,... More

Had read excellent reviews before we booked and were not disappointed when we arrived. Jo is on hand to give advice if you need it but is not intrusive.The studio was clean and comfortable and very well equipped.Plenty of storage space and Jo had provided tea,coffee water and milk on our arrival which was a nice touch and very welcome.The... More

16th time Crete, 3rd time MG, 1st Asteria - excellent, helpful service via Jo from initial booking through to returning to airport; great room (front), balcony on 2 sides on to beach/mountains, all mod cons (kettle, toaster, sandwich maker); tranquil location but near enough all tavernas and bars; hated leaving!

If your looking for a holiday full of hustle and bustle , wall to wall bars and night clubs then stop looking because this place is definitely NOT for you. Set in a beautiful part of Crete, Makriyialos is a small friendly village. Asteria Apartments are set in a very quiet part of the village. The owners Jo and Steve... More