Youth Hostel Plakias

A green paradise at the southcoast of Europe

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9.7
This place is what hostels are supposed to be about; really relaxed communal living and lots of fun if you´re looking for it. There´s also a lot of lovely places to see close by. I had a great time and would highly recommend staying here
  • 2015-10-13
  • Anonymous
  • Ireland
  • Female, 31-40


10.0
my only negative is that i wish i would´ve stayed for longer! awesome hostel in plakias, minutes from the beach / hikes. hostel itself is clean and in a beautiful setting. cheap breakfasts, good wifi, uli is really knowledgeable about crete! lots to do around plakias but also the hostel has an awesome vibe for just having a chill day napping in the hammocks or playing cards with other guests! i will be back some day!
  • 2015-05-23
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female, 18-24


“Plakias Paradise”
5 stars
Reviewed 2015-04-23

I had a wonderful time in Plakias! I was originally booked in for three nights and ended up staying almost two weeks- a common occurrence here. There are lots of incredible hikes and beaches in the area so every day can be a different adventure. Uli was great! He provided lots of information about how to get to Plakias, including which side of the bus to sit on so that you have the best view. He also takes people out to different towns for dinner so that you can taste some of the phenomenal food Crete has to offer. Clean hostel, comfortable beds and a wonderful atmosphere.


Stayed April 2015, travelled solo
“Awesome place”
5 stars
Reviewed 2014-09-03

It`s like an exotic resort for the price of an ordinary youth hostel. The location and dorms are great, there are a huge amount of hiking trails, expeditions, and secret beaches to find, everything within walking distance of the hostel.

Uli the manager is really helpful and if he wants to go somewhere the day, go with him if you can, he will show you hidden treasures of Plakias and it`s surroundings.
Room Tip: Take the one with the most attractive people in it.
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Stayed May 2014, travelled as a couple
10.0
This is the best hostel ever! Guests are encouraged to join in activities ranging from hikes & hostel BBQ´s to resturant dinners -where groups of 20 or more random strangers share local dishes and become best friends due to Uli, the manager´s, magical alchemy. Uli is not only known for great advice, warm conversation and beautiful blue eyes, but also for selecting delicious menu choices that allow guests to eat & drink like kings at local off-the-grid farm/taverns for under 12 euro!
  • 2015-08-24
  • theringmaster7409
  • USA
  • Female, 41+


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