Villa Maria seamlessly blends nature's beauty with handcrafted charm — offering a cultivated ambiance on the Libyan Sea, watching turquoise waves dance on the horizon.
A view to keep
Feel the passionate energy of the waves, watch the turquoise waters dance with the Aegean breeze, and lose yourself in the blazing hues of sunsets that will never be forgotten.
This place is a postcard where you may live every minute. In addition, our air-conditioned rooms provide a comfortable retreat with TVs and radios to keep you occupied when you need a break from the captivating view.
Our friendly restaurant and bar on the ground floor, where the aroma of freshly produced food mixes with breath-taking views of the Libyan Sea. Savor breakfast, lunch, or dinner while seeing the dancing turquoise waves on the horizon from our sun-drenched terrace.
Making traditional Cretan food is our passion. Savor locally sourced, fresh foods such as luscious meats raised using traditional methods, sun-ripened vegetables from neighboring villages, and plump fish from the Cretan Sea.
An unparalleled gastronomic encounter with unparalleled affordability. Our restaurant is a favorite among both locals and tourists since we take pride in providing reasonable prices.
Discover why our restaurant is the talk of the community and come taste the essence of Crete while taking in the stunning view.
Open daily · 8AM — late
Akoumiani Gialia
Discover a secret paradise.
Ligres Beach, flanked by the towering Mount Siderotas, sprawls like a huge, pristine canvas of coarse sand. Explore the Aegean Sea's turquoise depths, which are renowned for their amazing depth and revitalizing clarity.
Ligres is remarkably uncrowded compared to many other beaches. Thankfully, the somewhat difficult access has prevented expansion, maintaining the area's unspoiled beauty and tranquil vibe.
Locate the ideal location: Ligres, which lies 7km south of Kerames village and 51km south of Rethymno, is actually the northernmost portion of the larger Akoumiani Gialia seashore.
You can fully relax in Villa Maria Studios and Apartments, enjoy the sun, and hear the soft sound of the waves.
Awarded by travellers, year after year, on Tripadvisor and Restaurant Guru.
We stayed here as a family of three for a full fortnight and we enjoyed our time here so much!!! If you look for pure, beautiful nature in a remote area, beautiful views — this is the place to be! One lonesome, clean beach lies next to the other right in front of the Villa Maria Apartments.
Top people and place. This place i will return soon i can. Maby the best omelett i had on crete. From the hotel you can reache small private beaches to left or right. In the evening the sunset can be yours while you have a cold frozen beer.
I have been coming to this place for years for a reason. Antonis and his staff are some of the most hospitable people you can meet. The food is always fresh and his excitement for the food never waivers. They have fish delivered to the restaurant daily but I recommend the prawns cooked in ouzo.
