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Pet-Friendly Accommodation: Top Things to Know

Spending your holidays along with your four-legged friend has become quite popular and Crete is an island that offers quite a few dog-friendly locations to make the experience easier.

If this is the first time you plan to travel with your pet, you might find useful the following details for a stress-free trip.

Generally speaking, dog-friendly hotels allow your dog to stay in the room with you, however, rules might change from property to property.

Some hotels might have certain restrictions or limits taking into the race or size of your pet or the number of pets that travel with you.

Usually, hotels apply an extra fee for you to stay with your pet in the same room. Sometimes fees are estimated daily while for other properties it might be flat. Most times, that fee is non-refundable, though.

Since other rules might apply, it’s always a good idea to message the hotel for further information. Of course, booking ahead of time is always better. This will give you enough time to plan every detail of your pet’s trip.

When getting ready for a trip with Fido, keep in mind the following tips:

• To travel to the EU, your pet must have a working microchip (also known as a transponder) before getting its rabies vaccination. The microchip must be scanned by your vet before giving your pet a rabies vaccination.

• Check out that the hotel has enough green areas or that you will find a park or square to walk your dog nearby. A dog that has had plenty of exercise will be less anxious and fall asleep easily when back in the room. A happy dog is a relaxed dog!

• Confirm what every hotel needs you to have in terms of pet identification, including updated ID tags, microchips, etc., and vaccines.

• Using a crate will make life easier when moving from one city to another or when reaching the hotel from the airport. It will also ensure that your dog is safe at all times.

• Respect the pet-friendly hotel rules. It’s a good idea to carry your pet’s blanket to keep beds and furniture clean. Besides, a blanket that smells like home will certainly put your pet at ease and help it settle.

• Pack some of your dog’s favorite snacks and a few chew toys to prevent your pets from chomping on the furniture. This will be key to avoiding unexpected fines or fees.

• Also, make sure your dog isn’t muddy or carries tons of sand before entering the room.

• Finally, stock up on poop bags and use them when your pet goes to the toilet.

General Rules in Pet-Friendly Hotel

Although every property will have its own set of rules for hosting animals, these can be some of the most common things that dog-friendly hotels request from pet owners:

• Dogs must be well-behaved and should not be aggressive.

• Dogs must be clean and must not have fleas or other parasites.

• Dogs must be toilet-trained.

• Proof of updated vaccinations should be presented at check-in.

• Some hotels might allow you to leave the dog alone in the room while others would prefer you to leave them inside a crate to prevent damage or toilet accidents. if your dog is too loud while you’re out, hotel management could ask you to take the dog with you the next time you leave the room.

Pet-Friendly Hotels in Crete

In no particular order, these are some of the hotels that allow pets in Crete.

Avra Imperial

• Region: Chania

This is an eco-sustainable 5-star hotel, geared to families, and pet-friendly. It is located in the area of Kolymbari, about 25 minutes from the center of Chania by car.

The place is surrounded by huge landscaped gardens, with a pool area, and is only 5 minutes from the beach. The hotel also offers private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

At Avra Imperial, they might request an extra fee to host your pet.
Click here to book a pet-friendly room at Avra Imperial.

Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection – Adults Only

• Region: Chania

This pet-friendly hotel is also in the region of Chania, with private access to a sandy beach in Agioi Apostoloi, minutes from the center of town.

It has two pools and accommodations with extended outdoor living areas offering also a park and outdoor activities. The property also features private parking.

At Domes Noruz, pets are allowed on request while charges may be applicable.
Click here to book a pet-friendly stay at Domes Noruz.

Stella Palace Aqua Park Resort

• Region: Heraklion

Located in the Heraklion region, very close to the beautiful beach of Analipsi, and only 4 km from Hersonissos, Stella Palace is a great family and pet-friendly resort. It features a water park, 2 lagoon-style swimming pools, 3 children’s pools, and 2 tennis courts.

Rooms and suites are surrounded by tall palm trees and landscaped gardens where your pet can enjoy long walks with you.

At Stella Palace, pets are allowed on request for free, there are no extra charges to bring your pet with you.
Click here to book a pet-friendly suite at Stella Palace.

Candia Park Village

• Region: Lasithi

Located near Havania Beach in Agios Nikolaos, this pet-friendly 4-star accommodation overlooks Mirabello Bay and features 3 pools and 2 private beaches.

Rooms are spacious and include a well-equipped kitchenette with a dining area. There are also 2 bars and 2 restaurants while free private parking is also available.

At Candia Park Village, pets are allowed on request for free, there are no extra charges to bring your pet with you.
Click here to book a pet-friendly room at Candia Park Village.

Adele Riva

• Region: Rethymnon

Located in Adelianos Kampos, a tranquil seaside settlement about 15 minutes from the center of Rethymnon, this is a beachfront, pet-friendly property that features a gorgeous garden.

It also offers family rooms, barbecue facilities, free private parking, an ATM, and a bar. All rooms have a balcony as well.

At Adele Riva, pets are allowed for free, there are no extra charges to bring your pet with you.
Click here to book a pet-friendly room at Adele Riva.

Out Of The Blue Resort & Spa

• Region: Heraklion

One of the nicest hotels in the Agia Pelagia area, about 25 minutes from the center of Heraklion, the hotel features 4 restaurants, family-friendly rooms and activities, and plenty of green, open spaces for your pet!

They also have a state-of-the-art spa, special diet menus, facilities for disabled guests, and free parking services.

At Out of the Blue Resort, pets are allowed for free, there are no extra charges to bring your pet with you.
Click here to book a pet-friendly stay at Out of the Blue Resort.

Minos Beach Art Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

• Region: Lasithi

One of the most stunning hotels in Agios Nikolaos, East Crete, this pert-friendly property is set in a stunning location beside the water’s edge, offering an excellent health and beauty center, complimentary breakfast, and free parking.

Accommodation ranges from suites to exclusive villas and is well-appointed with home comforts, all of them surrounded by gardens and pools.

At Minos Art Beach Hotel, pets are allowed for free, there are no extra charges to bring your pet with you.
Click here to book a pet-friendly suite at Minos Beach Art Hotel.

The Nest Resort

• Region: Heraklion

Located in the lively town of Hersonissos, the resort will accept pets upon request when booking the room. The hotel features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a terrace, and a garden.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms fitted with a kettle, while certain rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, and a dishwasher to make you feel at home.

At The Nest Resort, pets are allowed on request while charges may be applicable.
Click here to book a pet-friendly stay at The Nest Resort.

Nostos Hotel

• Region: Chania

If you’re looking forward to staying in the old town of Chania with your pet, this hotel might be the answer.

The hotel is at the heart of the Old Venetian Town, lodged in a charming mansion that dates back to the 1400s. It features a rooftop terrace offering views over the Venetian Harbor and 12 traditionally decorated rooms with modern comforts.

At Nostos, pets are allowed on request while charges may be applicable.
Click here to book a pet-friendly room at Nostos.

Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park

• Region: Rethymnon

Another beachfront hotel in Panormos, about 25 minutes from the center of Rethymnon, this family, and pet-friendly water park hotel is an environmentally awarded hotel featuring 6 swimming pools and an aqua park.

Built like a typical Cretan village, the hotel’s rooms, studios, and bungalows are surrounded by fragrant gardens and offer views over the pool, the sea, or the garden. Free parking is available for guests.

At Grecotel Marine Palace, pets are allowed on request while charges may be applicable.
Click here to book a pet-friendly studio at Grecotel Marine Palace.

Calla Luxury Seafront Suites

• Region: Rethymnon

Perfect to stay in Rethymnon Old Town with your pet, this beautiful beachfront property offers 5-star accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge, a terrace, and an ATM.

Rooms offer a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, and a minibar while some units have a balcony.

At Calla Luxury Seafront Suites, pets are allowed on request while charges may be applicable.
Click here to book a pet-friendly room at Calla Luxury Seafront Suites.

NIKO Seaside Resort MGallery

• Region: Lasithi

Another beautiful property that accepts pets in Agios Nikolaos, only 600 meters from the center, this adults-only hotel features 2 outdoor infinity pools while rooms and suites offer upscale luxury.

Most suites have a plunge pool and panoramic sea view or atrium view while guests can also enjoy dinner at one of the restaurants or drinks at the open-air rooftop bars by the pools.
At Niko Seaside Resort, pets are allowed for free, there are no extra charges to bring your pet with you.
Click here to book a pet-friendly stay at NIKO Seaside Resort.

Elounda Gulf Villas

• Region: Lasithi

Located in the small and cosmopolitan village of Elounda, 15 minutes from Agios Nikolaos, this property is set close to the sea. It offers stylish villas with a private pool with sea or garden views and a restaurant.

Rooms come with a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a spacious seating area, and a marble bathroom with hydromassage. There is a private Beach Club within a 10-minute drive. Complimentary transfer service to and from the club and the beach is also provided.

At Elounda Gulf Villas, pets are allowed on request for free, there are no extra charges to bring your pet with you.
Click here to book a pet-friendly room at Elounda Gulf Villas.

Kakkos Beach Hotel

• Region: Lasithi

Located on the southern coast of Crete, in Koutsounari, not far from the gorgeous village of Makrigialos and about 15 minutes from Ierapetra, this beautiful adults-only property by the sea features pet-friendly accommodation in one of the prettiest zones of Crete, facing the Libyan Sea.

Among the various facilities, there is a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, luggage storage, and rooms with a terrace.

Breakfast is available each morning while Cretan and Mediterranean dishes are served at the on-site restaurant.

At Kakkos Beach Hotel, pets are allowed for free on request, there are no extra charges to bring your pet with you.
Click here to book a pet-friendly room at Kakkos Beach Hotel in southern Crete.

These are just some of the most convenient, best-located, or otherwise interesting properties in Crete that accept pets either at a small extra cost or for free.

However, if none of these fit your needs or all happen to be fully booked at the time you will be traveling to the island, you can click here to find many more pet-friendly properties in Crete!

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