Aris Rooms

The room was simple, clean, and comfortable, with a lovely view over the countryside. I liked waking to piglets gently grunting and birds chirping, and in the mornings I often saw birds of prey circling high above the hotel. The woman running the place was welcoming and easy to talk to. A few Greek words go a long way! Anogia is a pleasant village and a great base for exploring the Nida plateau and Mount Ida (Mt. Psiloritis), where the Idean cave is found. It was quiet, but lively at night, with local cafes, bars, and live music in the city square. Shops along the main street sell local cheese and vegetables. The cool, clean air felt refreshing after the summer heat on the coast. I stayed a couple of nights in August and found it relaxing and comfortable. Breakfast is optional at 6€, which felt a bit expensive. The prepacked single portions of jam, butter, and honey were the cheap hotel kind, and I’d have preferred fresh ones from local producers. The Greek coffee she made was excellent, and the hard boiled egg was simple but cooked perfectly. She also offered me fresh fruit from her kitchen garden. Good value for money.