Almyrida (also written as Almirida or Almerida) is a seaside resort located 22 km east from the city of Chania, Crete.
It's a beautiful place and relatively near the city of Chania, a combination that makes Almirida an ideal destination either for a day trip from Chania, either for long summer vacation.
So if you are looking for a beautiful and peaceful resort,
not so far from Chania, clean sea, waterfront tavernas and
accommodation overlooking the sea, then you have reasons to
choose Almyrida for your summer holidays.
The lush hills of Apokoronas region, meet the blue color of the sea on the beach of Almirida.
The lovely sandy beach with the trees along it, and the picturesque small harbour with the fishing boats and the other marine vessels, compose the landscape.
Opposite the beach is the Karga islet and beyond, looking
towards the north, can be seen the coasts and the hills of
Akrotiri peninsula, and to the south, stands the bulk of the
mountains of western Crete, the White Mountains.
The beauty of the landscape is a main reason that Almerida turned from a small fishing village it once was, into what it is today.
...A resort that is touristically being developed and
constantly expanding with hotels and cottages (with owners from
different countries) on the surrounding hills from where the
view is magnificent.
In the picturesque bay of Almirida, you will find two
beaches.
The first beach with sand and pebbles, is located at the west
side to the bay and reaches the small peninsula to its east
side.
The second is the long beach beginning from the eastern side
of the small peninsula, interrupted by the buildings that are
literally on the waves, and then extends along the east until
the artificial harbor.
Almirida is ideal for a relaxing holiday by the sea, thus it is preferred more by families.
Chances are that on the beach of Almerida, you will spend the
most hours during the day of your holidays. So, enjoy the sun
and the sea. Sunbathing, swimming and water sports, are options
offered in the beach.
The sea in Almyrida is shallow and this makes it ideal for small children, except of course the windy days.
Well, on these days, you will find waveless spots on the ends of the long beach. However, if you get some windy days, it is very good opportunity for surfing.
In the middle of the beach, there is a water sports center,
where, except surfboards, you can hire pedals or canoe kayaks or
whatever you like, and do your walks in the bay of Almirida and
up to the opposite Karga islet.
Finally, if you want to try Scuba Diving, in Almerida, there
is a diving school called
Omega Divers.
Almirida's esplanade is the beating heart of the resort
during the day and evening hours. That's the place where you'll
stroll and find
taverns,
cafes as well as several
other
shops.
Nightlife in Almyrida is limited in tavernas or in cafes that serve drinks as well, and also there are a couple of bars serving the youth.
Don't expect though, that here you will find lively
entertainment as is usual in Chania or the large
resort of Platanias and Agia
Marina.
If you want to get away some time from the beautiful Almirida, rent a car and explore the region of Apokoronas with its picturesque traditional villages, or the surrounding area of the prefecture of Chania.
In the afternoon, return to Almirida and after you get some rest, go out for a stroll, or if you still want to escape from Almerida during the evening, go to the old town of Chania for your night out.
Well, something like that you will likely spend your holidays in Almyrida.
In Almirida, you will find accommodation of all kinds, in front of the sea or farther, with panoramic views over the bay of Almerida and Souda bay.
Choose among beachfront hotels, apartments or smaller
Studios, cheaper rooms for rent, and luxurious villas.
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