Villas in Georgioupoli
Georgioupoli suits families and groups who want a private-pool villa near a 9 km beach on Crete's north coast, between Chania and Rethymno. Most homes here are large, with space for eight or more, and they are spread out, so you will want a car.
- Villas
- 116
- From, per week
- £696
About Georgioupoli
Georgioupoli is the largest village in its municipal unit, at the head of Almiros Bay, once a small fishing settlement and named after Prince George of Greece. The river Almiros forms a small harbour for fishing and tourist boats, and Kalyvaki beach lies across it. Cape Drapano and a rocky shore run to the north. An avenue of eucalyptus trees leads in from the old road to Vrisses, and Lake Kournas is within reach on foot, by bicycle or by the tourist train. Most homes have a private pool, a garden and air conditioning, and they are scattered around the village rather than in one cluster. Some tourist towns on Crete virtually close down in winter, so check what will be open before an off-season stay.
Is Georgioupoli right for you?
- Best for
- Groups and families wanting a private-pool villa and a long beach
- Not for you if
- You plan to go without a car, as homes are scattered around the area and sights are far apart.
Near Georgioupoli
Lake Kournas
Crete's only freshwater lake, with a 3.5 km perimeter, pedalo hire and tavernas along part of the shore.
Rethymno
About 23 km east, with a well-preserved Venetian old town and a Venetian fortress, the Fortezza.
Chania
About 39 km west, with an old town built up beside the Venetian harbour and its lighthouse from 1864.
Almyrida
A former fishing village in Apokoronas with a long beach, around 20 km from Chania.
Samaria Gorge
A 16 km gorge walk of five to seven hours, open from May, with a one-day round trip possible from Chania.
Getting to Georgioupoli
Chania airport is the nearest, about 14 km from Chania city, which is itself about 39 km west of Georgioupoli. UK flights there are seasonal, from London, Manchester, Bristol and other airports. Heraklion is about 100 km east. Public buses run on the north coast, but a car makes a villa stay far easier.
When to go to Georgioupoli
Charter flights to Crete run from April to early November, and many tourist restaurants open only in the season. Some towns on the island virtually close down in winter. Summers are dry, and meals are mostly eaten outdoors. The Samaria Gorge opens in May and runs into the autumn, so late spring and early autumn suit walkers who dislike midsummer heat.
Villas in Georgioupoli
2-Bedroom Home, Georgioupoli
Georgioupoli, Crete, Greece
6
2
0
Air ConBBQParking+13 more
from£199
per night
5-Bedroom Home, Georgioupoli
Georgioupoli, Crete, Greece
17
5
0
Air ConBBQParking+12 more
from£398
per night
3-Bedroom Home, Georgioupoli
Georgioupoli, Crete, Greece
8
3
0
Air ConBBQDishwasher+9 more
from£244
per night
3-Bedroom Home, Georgioupoli
Georgioupoli, Crete, Greece
8
3
0
Air ConParkingDishwasher+10 more
4-Bedroom Home, Georgioupoli
Georgioupoli, Crete, Greece
12
4
0
Air ConBBQParking+11 more
from£299
per night
8-Bedroom Home, Georgioupoli
Georgioupoli, Crete, Greece
24
8
0
Air ConBBQParking+11 more
from£805
per night
3-Bedroom Home, Georgioupoli
Georgioupoli, Crete, Greece
12
3
0
Air ConBBQDishwasher+11 more
from£226
per night
4-Bedroom Home, Georgioupoli
Georgioupoli, Crete, Greece
10
4
0
Air ConBBQParking+12 more
from£398
per night
5-star property
3-Bedroom Home, Georgioupoli
Georgioupoli, Crete, Greece
8
3
0
Air ConBBQParking+12 more
from£179
per night
5-star property
3-Bedroom Home, Georgioupoli
Georgioupoli, Crete, Greece
12
3
0
Air ConBBQDishwasher+12 more
from£262
per night
5-star property
Blue Lake Villa Beheizter Pool
Georgioupoli, Crete, Greece
8
3
0
Air ConBBQParking+13 more
from£353
per night
5-star property
Georgioupoli villa holidays: questions answered
Is Georgioupoli good for families?
Yes, particularly for groups. It has a 9 km beach, a small harbour on the river, and Lake Kournas nearby by tourist train or bicycle. Most homes here are large villas with private pools and gardens.
How far is Georgioupoli from Chania airport?
The airport is about 14 km from Chania city, and Chania is about 39 km west of Georgioupoli, so the transfer is a drive along the north coast. Heraklion airport is about 100 km east.
What is Lake Kournas near Georgioupoli?
Crete's only freshwater lake, with a perimeter of 3.5 km and about 47 km from Chania. Pedalo hire and tavernas line part of the shore, and you can reach it from Georgioupoli on foot, by bicycle or by tourist train.
Georgioupoli or Almyrida?
Georgioupoli has its river harbour and 9 km beach, while Almyrida is a former fishing village with a long beach, about 20 km from Chania. Both are in the Apokoronas area.
Is Georgioupoli quiet in winter?
Yes, as with much of Crete, where some tourist towns virtually close down in winter and tourist restaurants open only for the season. Charter flights run from April to early November, so winter visits need a car and flexibility.
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Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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