Set in an original mountainous landscape of Crete, the traditional houses of Arodamos are ideal to those who wish to enjoy nature and experience the special tradition and culture of the island.The apartments were constructed in 2008, in an area that is protected by the program Natura 2000 and they are built with respect to the environment, made of wood and stone and they are supplied exclusively from renewable energy sources. Each pair of apartments has a common yard with a barbecue. The establishment is located near to the village Kroussonas and very near to the legendary path that, according to the Greek mythology, King Minoas followed every nine years to go to his father Zeus, in Idaion Andron.

Crete. As well as the magnificent beaches and warm seas, the size and physical variety of the island of Crete invites exploration, and Arodamos Traditional Hostels, located at Livadi Kroussona, Heraklio Region, 70001, 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 Arodamos Traditional Hostels, – 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 Arodamos Traditional Hostels are revisited so often.