Valena Mare Luxury Suites & Apartments
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#3 of 8 hotels in Plaka
Location
4.1
Rooms
4.8
Value
4.7
Cleanliness
4.9
Service
4.7
Sleep Quality
4.6
Valena Mare is a new complex with deluxe studios & apartments on the largest island of the Cyclades, Naxos. Naxos has a long history and splendid mythological past, and is the greenest island of the Cyclades. It is the most popular tourist destination not because of its proximity to Athens, but for many natural beauties, traditional villages, archaeological sites, Byzantine churches, monasteries and unique sandy beaches. Our studios are just 200m from the sea, on the sandy beach of Plaka with the incredible crystal waters. Our location is only 8 km from Chora, the capital town and main port of Naxos, and 6 km from the airport.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Yoga classes
Outdoor pool
Poolside bar
Beach
Bicycle rental
Books, DVDs, music for children
Wifi
Fitness classes
Pool / beach towels
Swimming pool toys
Shallow end in pool
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary welcome drink
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Diving
Horseback riding
Snorkeling
Water sport equipment rentals
Windsurfing
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Car hire
Massage
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Shared bathroom
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Umbrella
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Room features
Blackout curtains
Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Sofa bed
Whirlpool bathtub
Private balcony
Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Telephone
Wardrobe / closet
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Iron
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Minibar
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Mountain view
Pool view
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
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HOTEL STYLE
Romantic
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English, Greek
Location
Cyclades Plaka Beach, Plaka 84300 Greece
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283 Restaurants
within 5 miles
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We have just left Valena Mare after a beautiful six night stay. The hotel is very small which gives a real sense of luxury, particularly as the rooms are so beautifully designed with gorgeous decor. We are a family of five and our room had a large bedroom area, second bedroom with bunk beds and a lounge / kitchen area too. We were nervous about being able to travel because of Covid restrictions but Elena was very reassuring through her email correspondence and once we arrived was the perfect host for our stay. She is very lovely and a huge credit to the hotel. The pool area is equally stunning, with large daybeds and cushioned loungers. Everywhere is spotlessly clean and felt very covid secure. Breakfast is freshly prepared and you are able to choose from a large selection of Greek, English or American style dishes.
Plaka beach is a short walk away from the back of the hotel and this beach is stunning, white sands and clear, shallow water. The first beach bar you reach is called Medusa and we enjoyed the food and drink here, along with the stunning sunsets. We would also recommend hiring a car to explore Naxos more as there are lots of beautiful braces and historic sites to visit.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely return. In fact we have already spoken to some friends to recommend and see if they would like to come back with us! Thank you for a relaxing holiday.
Plaka beach is a short walk away from the back of the hotel and this beach is stunning, white sands and clear, shallow water. The first beach bar you reach is called Medusa and we enjoyed the food and drink here, along with the stunning sunsets. We would also recommend hiring a car to explore Naxos more as there are lots of beautiful braces and historic sites to visit.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely return. In fact we have already spoken to some friends to recommend and see if they would like to come back with us! Thank you for a relaxing holiday.
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Traveled with family
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Absolutely beautiful family run hotel. The room was clean and spacious. Breakfast was fabulous. Elena couldn’t have done more to help from booking transfers, car rental and horse riding. The accommodation is a short walk from the beach and about a 20minute walk from restaurants. The pool was clean and enough sun beds for everyone. A fabulous place to stay.
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
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We stayed here for 4 nights and loved our stay here. Elena and the team were very friendly and helpful, providing lots of useful information when we arrived and were happy to help us rent a Quadbike etc. Overall they were excellent hosts.
The hotel was spotless and clean and our room was great - beautifully decorated and felt very private. It had a small kitchen which worked well to cook some of our own meals. The hotel is surrounded by a lovely garden and the pool was fantastic.
The hotel is located outwith the main town, which was easy to get too by quad/car or by bus, which meant it was very peaceful and the beach by the hotel much more quiet compared to other spots.
Naxos and Valena Mare were some of our favourite days in Greece and we hope to return. I would highly recommend if you are visiting Greece!
The hotel was spotless and clean and our room was great - beautifully decorated and felt very private. It had a small kitchen which worked well to cook some of our own meals. The hotel is surrounded by a lovely garden and the pool was fantastic.
The hotel is located outwith the main town, which was easy to get too by quad/car or by bus, which meant it was very peaceful and the beach by the hotel much more quiet compared to other spots.
Naxos and Valena Mare were some of our favourite days in Greece and we hope to return. I would highly recommend if you are visiting Greece!
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Date of stay: May 2022
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This is a quiet hotel in a peaceful location. The room (103) was large and airy with a great view of the pool and the sea in the distance. The pool was lovely and never busy. Elena, Debbie and Winnie went out of their way to look after their guests, always with a smile.
The hotel is down a dirt track and about 300m to the south end of Plaka beach. There’s a lovely hotel with a pool bar there to watch the sunset and about 25mins walk along the sandy beach to the restaurants.
We didn’t have a car. It would have made life much easier!
The hotel is down a dirt track and about 300m to the south end of Plaka beach. There’s a lovely hotel with a pool bar there to watch the sunset and about 25mins walk along the sandy beach to the restaurants.
We didn’t have a car. It would have made life much easier!
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:Â Hire a car if you can.
The bunk beds are hard, if your kids are uncomfortable please tell Elena,...
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This wonderful boutique hotel is located at the far southern end of Plaka beach..quiet peaceful and relaxing .. lovely gardens & pool. It was perfect ! The room was lovely too with small kitchenette and v good shower . The hotel has a small bar for drinks during the day & is next to Medusa hotel which has a fab beach bar & restaurant right on beach which we visited daily for sundowners and dinner .. nearest supermarket is 1.8km away - where there are a number of bars & restaurants.. we just loved the tranquility of the hotel. Plaka beach is 2/3 min walk and is gorgeous too .. this part of the beach is the quieter end which suited us.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip:Â Located at the quieter end of Plaka beach .easy walking to main part(around 20-25 min walk along...
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Here we found a peaceful residence, decorated with taste, very close to the sea (3 min by walk). Elena and the team are very welcoming, provide you with all information you need to discover Naxos. She recommended a great restaurant in Plaka for our first night on the island, it was a great discovery.
Thank you again for having us!
Thank you again for having us!
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Date of stay: September 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Might be a lovely property but the location on the TA map, various hotel booking websites, the property's own website and Google maps is very misleading.
It is not on the beach and is not walking distance to the shops and tavernas on Plaka. Beware.
It is not on the beach and is not walking distance to the shops and tavernas on Plaka. Beware.
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Date of stay: September 2015Trip type: Traveled with friends
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We stayed here nearly 2 weeks mid May when the season is about to start. Therefore there are not that many restaurants arround open. Saying that the place is a so lovely silent refugium were you can relay and enjoy the silence. Elena who is running the hotel is a diamond-so freindly and helpful all the time We really miss her. They have nine appartements/Studios which are quiet individual styled. The pool is not that big enough to have a daily swim and also not that much chlorined as I remeber from other pools. The dog in the meantime is no longer running arround - just closed in the private are. if you look for something very relaxing you should consider this location which lloks a bit in the middle of nowwhere but you have within a short walking distance some restaurants arround. The way to the beach is about 3 min walk and was in May nearky empty. You might consider a car or bike as the next supermarket is a way to walk. However the rooms a daily cleaned and towels changed every two day. They also provide towels and umbrellas for the beach or pool. We really enjoyed the place and surely will come backl again at some point.
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Date of stay: May 2016Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip:Â Poolview 1st floor also mean sea view
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The owners of this secret gem, Elena and her parents made me feel special during my one week stay. A friend found this lovely apartment like property for us and shared a two bedroom suite/apartment filled with amenities of kitchen facilities, balcony to hang clothes after washing, everyday cleaning, amazing breakfast with local fruit, yogurt and greek coffee. Our breakfast was included, We rented a car and ventured to many of the villages in the mountains. Although the terrain was challenging at times, our goal was to experience and explore this island of ecological bliss. Valena Mare is off the beaten path and that was our preference. We thought that the main roads were fine. Each village had its own charming shops and some of the villages had restaurants that are mentioned in the best restaurants of Naxos lists. Getting to these small villages was a treat filled with picturesque views. The food was amazing, both fish and meat, Normally i limit my meat intake, but everything on this island is farm to table. The prices of everything are quite reasonable. Their local wines in Naxos are impressive. Their Ouzo is of fiine quality and 1/3 the price in Athens, as is everything else. We flew into Naxos. Elena will pick you up, but you should rent a car after arriving and have it delivered upon your arrival or after you have rested on this lovely property , filled with manicured vegetation and a swimming pool setting that is outstanding with the backdrop of the mountains and the sunset.
If you are not adventurous or prefer action 24/7, stay in Naxos Town. I went to the "city" twice, it was nice, we preferred the beautiful beaches not very far from Valena Mare. We arrived before the season really starts on May 15th. And, that will be my preference when I return to this fine property.
I miss Eleana and her parents already.
If you are not adventurous or prefer action 24/7, stay in Naxos Town. I went to the "city" twice, it was nice, we preferred the beautiful beaches not very far from Valena Mare. We arrived before the season really starts on May 15th. And, that will be my preference when I return to this fine property.
I miss Eleana and her parents already.
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Date of stay: May 2015Trip type: Traveled solo
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Room Tip:Â We had an amazing view from our balcony to the brand new swimming pool. Not sure how quiet that...
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We stayed at Valena Mare for 8 nights in July 2009.
It's about 5mins walk from Plaka beach, which is a beautiful white sandy beach, probably one of the best I've seen in the island. It's not very crowded either, when compared to other beaches closer to Naxos city.
The rooms are spacious enough, with a fully equipped kitchenette. They were cleaned everyday. Our balcony was huge and we could see the beach and the islands of Paros from there. Sunsets were also amazing from there.
The owners of the studios and staff are all so nice and helpful. They picked us up and dropped us at the port, they also took care of our car rental and were always willing to help whenever we needed.
On the downside, the studios are a bit far from supermarkets and restaurants. There's a hotel directly on the beach which has a bar and restaurant, but other than that the closest minimarkets and tavernas are quite far, they're about 20mins walk along the beach.
Other than that, eveyrthing else is amazing. If we go back to Naxos, we will definitely say there again and would recommend it to anyone looking for a sandy beach with beautiful surroundings.
It's about 5mins walk from Plaka beach, which is a beautiful white sandy beach, probably one of the best I've seen in the island. It's not very crowded either, when compared to other beaches closer to Naxos city.
The rooms are spacious enough, with a fully equipped kitchenette. They were cleaned everyday. Our balcony was huge and we could see the beach and the islands of Paros from there. Sunsets were also amazing from there.
The owners of the studios and staff are all so nice and helpful. They picked us up and dropped us at the port, they also took care of our car rental and were always willing to help whenever we needed.
On the downside, the studios are a bit far from supermarkets and restaurants. There's a hotel directly on the beach which has a bar and restaurant, but other than that the closest minimarkets and tavernas are quite far, they're about 20mins walk along the beach.
Other than that, eveyrthing else is amazing. If we go back to Naxos, we will definitely say there again and would recommend it to anyone looking for a sandy beach with beautiful surroundings.
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Date of stay: July 2009Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Yes, it is a few within walking distance. But it is s quiet place.
"Hire a car if you can. The bunk beds are hard, if your kids are uncomfortable please tell Elena, as they have other mattresses"Read full review
"Located at the quieter end of Plaka beach .easy walking to main part(around 20-25 min walk along beach to bus stop & where majority bars are"Read full review
"room 302 is on the first floor and has a large balcony, but little sun protection.during the day."Read full review
PRICE RANGE
$70 - $187 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Valena Mare
LOCATION
GreeceSouth AegeanCycladesNaxosPlaka
NUMBER OF ROOMS
9
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Frequently Asked Questions about Valena Mare Luxury Suites & Apartments
Which popular attractions are close to Valena Mare Luxury Suites & Apartments?
Nearby attractions include Naxos Hiking (2.7 miles), The Temple of Apollo – Portara (4.6 miles), and Old Town (4.4 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Valena Mare Luxury Suites & Apartments?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and a poolside bar.
Which room amenities are available at Valena Mare Luxury Suites & Apartments?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Valena Mare Luxury Suites & Apartments?
Guests can enjoy a poolside bar, barbeque facilities, and a free welcome drink during their stay.
Is parking available at Valena Mare Luxury Suites & Apartments?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Valena Mare Luxury Suites & Apartments?
Conveniently located restaurants include Barcode Coffee Drinks And More, Golden Beach Café-Patisserei, and O Vasilis.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Valena Mare Luxury Suites & Apartments?
Yes, guests have access to an outdoor pool, fitness classes, and yoga classes during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Valena Mare Luxury Suites & Apartments?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Valena Mare Luxury Suites & Apartments?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Valena Mare Luxury Suites & Apartments?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Greek.
Are there any historical sites close to Valena Mare Luxury Suites & Apartments?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Old Town (4.4 miles) and Kastro (4.3 miles).