Centrally located in Paleochora, the family-run Manto studios features a a furnished sun terrace and a snack bar with traditional flavours. It offers free Wi-Fi in all areas and self-catering units with a balcony or patio. Overlooking the surrounding area, the studios and apartments of Manto have a kitchenette with fridge, cooking hobs and electric kettle. Each air-conditioned unit is equipped with an iron and a TV with satellite and cable channels. The private bathroom is stocked with a hairdryer and free toiletries. A buffet breakfast, enriched with homemade flavours, is served daily at the snack bar, where quests can also enjoy drinks and light meals. Restaurants, bars and mini markets are within a short walk from the property. Manto studios is located 44.1 miles from Chania town and 47.2 miles from Souda Port. Staff at the front desk can arrange car rental to explore famous places, such as Elafonisi at 21.7 miles and Sougia at 21.1 miles. Free public parking is possible nearby.

Crete. As well as the magnificent beaches and warm seas, the size and physical variety of the island of Crete invites exploration, and Manto Studios, located at Athanasiou Diakou 1, Palaiochora, 73001, 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 Manto Studios, – 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 Manto Studios are revisited so often.