I am concerned about our booking to the Sunny Rose apartments in Crete (Hersonissos)

Question

We have booked to go as a family plus my Dad - two children son is 13 and daughter is 8. I have been trying to find reviews or pictures but can only find one on the watchdog site (which sounded excellent) but went on to find feedback about the Frida Apartments which are next door (attached apparently?) and that did not sound good at all and it would seem it has more twenty somethings visiting rather than families. Now worried it is going to be too noisy for the kids at night and too boysterous during th day. Can anyone help settle my concerns has anyone been with their children?

Answer 1

http://www.holidaywatchdog.com/37896-Her...

I presume this is the one you read - I too saw the Frida - seems to be a favourite with young Irish. It's always a shame when people don't research an area before booking. It also seems to offered all over the net cheaply.

Where did you book it from and what did the description say - always read between lines. Hersonissos has the reputation of a night life place, like its neighbour Malia

This is from watchdog

Lively and cosmopolitan Hersonissos, is ideal for those seeking an action packed holiday. Popular with the younger crowd, its waterfront is lined with music bars, discos, tavernas and superb shopping. You will also find a new Water Park situated in the resort, this is a must see and provides an excellent day away from the beach for all the family. Hersonissos has one of the largest and most beautiful beaches on the island. The sand and shingle beach and small coves are perfect for hours of sunshine and relaxation, following the hectic nights full of late night entertainment. For the more energetic all type of sports are available in this thriving resort.

Maybe you can go elsewhere as I don't know how open minded you, your dad and the kids are.

Or complain loudly to the rep and get yourself moved.  I hope it's ok.

I'm so pleased the answerer below me can put your mind at rest - take their advice and go to neighbouring villages at night with the kids - Kalo Taxidi

Answer 2

We have just returned from a 2 week holiday to the Sunny Rose Apartments. We are a couple in our late 20's. I must say, we were also concerned as we couldn't find any reviews of the apartments, only reviews about the Frida, all of which were based upon teenagers and large groups of twenty somethings. This made us worry as it didnt sound good and we were expecting 2 weeks of h**l!

Luckily, we were pleasantly surprised! Yes, the Frida apartments are close by but if you stick to the Sunny Rose, you will be fine. The Frida has its own pool so this is where you are more likely to find the youngsters, but the pool at the Sunny Rose is much more relaxed and whilst we were there, you would find couples and families. It was never overcrowded and we always managed to get a sun beds. Also, there are fantastic views of the sea and the mountains. We didnt even bother going to the Frida pool. Although it was slightly bigger, it was a lot noisier!

We never had any problems with noise at night. Our apartments were situated by the road and quite close to the Frida bar. You will find it can get a little noisy with scooters and quad bikes, but as long as the balcony doors were shut, it was fine.

The rooms are really clean and the maid service is excellent. We couldn't find any pictures either but dont worry, it is a lovely place.

The apartments are in a village called Piskopiano, not directly in Hersonnisos. Although Hersonnisos is only a 10/15 walk, i would avoid going there at night as it is very lively and where all the youngsters go. As you have children, it would be fine to go early but when we went, by 11/12pm it gets quite crazy!

At night, i would recommend you go to the other villages close by, Old Hersonnisos and Koutalafari. These are a 5/10 min walk and have such lovely restaurants with fantastic sea views. These villages are very relaxing, with many couples and families. We ate at a different restaurant every night and never had a bad meal. The food is great!! They are really traditional Greek villages with a relaxing atmosphere.

I hope this has helped you and i am sure your holiday will be brilliant.