Kalamaki is one of Crete's most famous destinations and is located on the southern coast of the Prefecture of Heraklion, while it is 65km from Heraklion Airport. It is found in an advantageous location because close to about ten minutes there are many beautiful and tranquil beaches such as the beach of Komos, the beach of Kokkini Ammos, the beach of the famous Matala, as well as the well-known archaeological sites of Phaistos and Gortyn. Kalamaki offers its guests a wonderful peace and tranquility that at the same time is combined with too nice and traditional food enjoying the unforgettable view of the Lybian Sea.
All taverns in Kalamaki are along the beach and from the first moment of your visit that Cretan hospitality is perceived by the locals. There are many beautiful, clean and unique hotels and rooms to let with a lot of good prices that can fully satisfy your every desire. The wonderful sunset stretching in front of the eyes of visitors in a magical way makes time stop and gives the feeling that the universe has conspires to enjoy those who are there this incredible picture. All the blue sky is transformed at a time in a unique color palette and offers the freedom of body and soul to paint everyone in the imagination of unforgettable icons.
There are shops with souvenir gifts for your family and your friends, there is a supermarket that provides everything, there are rental cars and cafes that you can enjoy your coffee and your drink or your sweet listening to the wonderful sound of the sea. Within a short distance of less than 5 minutes, the traditional "Kamilari" settlement is worth visiting. In Kalamaki you can arrive starting from Heraklion Airport or Heraklion harbor by road, heading South to Mires.
The route is about 50 minutes and the road too good as it is new. From Mires there are signs to Kalamaki, Matala, Phaistos, Kamilari, Komo and Shiva that guide you and reach your destination.
Like to choose your arrival in Kalamaki one is the only sure ... that your stay and your tour will be engraved forever in your memory.