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Family Cottage, Garden View | Living area
Superior Cottage | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing
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Standard Cottage | Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

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Eparchiaki Odos Agiou Ioanni, Koutsounari, Ierapetra, Crete Island, 72200
  • Koutsounari Long Beach
    15 min walk
  • Ferma Beach
    6 min drive
  • Waterfall of Milona
    16 min drive
  • Sitia (JSH)
    74 min drive

Room options

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Superior Cottage | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Cottage

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Cottage, Sea View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Cottage, Sea View

  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Cottage, Garden View | Garden view

Family Cottage, Garden View

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Standard Cottage | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Standard Cottage

  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Koutsounari Traditional Cottages

3-star Ierapetra cottage close to Koutsounari Long Beach
A snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center are available at this smoke-free cottage. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite. All 10 soundproofed accommodations feature free WiFi and espresso makers. Kitchenettes with refrigerators and ovens are standard, and guests will also find furnished patios and Egyptian cotton sheets. Limited housekeeping is available.
Koutsounari Traditional Cottages offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchenettes with refrigerators, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The cottage offers a snack bar/deli. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This 3-star property offers access to a business center. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests. This family-friendly cottage also offers a library, a terrace, and an arcade/game room. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site. Guests can use the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Koutsounari Traditional Cottages is a smoke-free property.

Local cuisine breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 9 AM and 11 AM.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, Greek

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Highchair

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Art gallery
  • Games
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Business center

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 15 lbs per pet)
  • Pets stay free
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms
  • One-time cleaning fee: EUR 30
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Free bottled water
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Outdoor pool (guest access) nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 floor
  • 10 units
  • 9 buildings
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 1976
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Soundproofing
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegetable garden
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 07 and March 31.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 15 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: EUR 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 115 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, onsite parking, and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 1040 K070 A017 7900

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Koutsounari Traditional Cottages
Koutsounari Traditional Cottages Aparthotel
Koutsounari Traditional Cottages Aparthotel Ierapetra
Koutsounari Traditional Cottages Ierapetra
Koutsounari Traditional Cottages Crete
Koutsounari Trational s Ierap
Koutsounari Traditional Cottages Cottage
Koutsounari Traditional Cottages Ierapetra
Koutsounari Traditional Cottages Cottage Ierapetra

Koutsounari Traditional Cottages Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was lovely, and this property is very unique - traditional cottages but with the feeling of modern comfort. It was driving distance to what ended up being my favorite beach in Crete, and Ioanna was a wonderful host, very helpful and accommodating, and it was lovely to spend some time chatting with her about the cool history of the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful cottages in a wonderful setting
A really wonderful cottage in a very tranquil setting. I had an incredible view of the ocean. Very welcoming and friendly with great recommendations when I checked in really helped me plan during my stay. The bed was very comfortable and the kitchen had everything I needed. Lots of incredibly beautiful beaches nearby, and some excellent tavernas. Made friends with some the local cats. Highly recommend and would love to return one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, CAMBRIDGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you are visiting the Irepetra area of Crete, you can of course stay at one of the fancy resorts right on the water. But if you want a truly unique and memorable experience, THIS is the place to stay. Authentic, traditional vibe with all the necessary modern amenities, quiet and relaxing atmosphere, within walking distance of many Tavernas AND the beach, and in my opinion a better view of the Libyan Sea. Plus Ioanna and her wonderful staff will take good care of you. If I could give it 6 stars I would - will definitely be returning here the next time I visit the area!!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous, unique property with a beautiful view of the ocean. The cottage was so spacious and clean, with stylish, modern touches. The view and patio was the best place to have a glass of wine!
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A stunning and peaceful getaway
I visited Eoanna’s Traditional Cottages from New York and have only good things to say. The cottages are set in a small village and made of ancient greek architecture overlooking the ocean. We had stunning views right from our private roof terrace. Each cottage is slightly different, and there are less than ten, so there is a lot of privacy and peace and quiet. The cottages have great top-of-the-line amenities (like a Nespresso coffee maker), a small kitchen, living room, and bed room, perfect for some lone time with a significant other. One thing that really made our stay memorable was Eoanna, our host and owner of the Cottages. Eoanna was so friendly and welcoming, going out of her way to make us feel at home. She had lots of insider tips of things to do and helping with restaurant reservations. The Cottages are set in a small village Kousunari, a five minute walk from the beach and within walking distance to an abundance of great restaurants. The south of Crete was also a great choice for us, since it was far less touristy than the north. I can’t recommend this accommodation highly enough.
View from our private terrace
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Itamar, Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Home away from home
GREAT EXPERIENCE! This isn't exactly a hotel, so don't expect a lobby, restaurant or a pool (although guests can use the pool at Nakou Village which is a short drive away). What this really is, is a cute little complex of old Greek cottagess, beautifully restored, fashionably decorated and completely modernized. The cottage we stayed at had a large livingroom, big bedroom, kitchenette and a shower. It also had a terrace with great view to the mediterranean and nearby Koursounari beach. The hotel is managed by a lady who grew up in hotels herself (as she comes from a family rooted in the hotels industry), and it shows! THANK YOU.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

janis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Homey Taste of the Southern Coast of Crete
Very spacious cottage, with private terrace and nice view. We were three adults and one toddler, but six people could have stayed in that unit. Air conditioning, two complete baths,full kitchen with utensils. Housekeeping on alternate days.The hostess gave us tips where to find authentic Cretan cuisine in a village in the hills. Very attractively furnished and decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anna, St Leonards, UK.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful and unique accomodation.
We were so well looked after by the host Joanna but also given privacy to enjoy the gorgeous cottage. Couldn't have asked for more perfect place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Iain, London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning Cottages. 100% Recommended
Beautiful cottages - perfect blend of old world charm with everything you need. Spotlessly clean. Fluffy towels and hot water in newly refurbished bathroom. Super helpful staff on hand. Wifi. Views to die for. Handy for local restaurants and beaches. Quiet rural location. I honestly can't think of a single reason why you wouldn't want to stay there!

10/10 Excellent

Teemu, Athens

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazingly renovated old houses
Absolutely fantastic rooms and overall setup. Only minus comes from the fact that the cottages don't have (at least ours didn't) breakfast. However, if you wish to have a week on your own in absolute peace and state of relaxation, fix a morning coffee and breakfast yourself, this is your place.

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joachim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bästa stället i närheten!
Extremt trevlig ägarinna! Berättade massor om omgivningarna, tipsade och var otroligt behjälplig! Stället insåg var otroligt trevligt! Uteplatsen superfin med magisk utsikt, inredningen toppen! Kunde inte haft en bättre vistelse på östra kreta. Sen var ju den hemgjorda marmeladen vi bjöds på den bästa jag ätit!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

DIMITRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Koutsounari :-)
Très beau sejour, plages à proximité, Taverna a quelques minutes à pieds. L'hôtesse est de très bons conseils et très à l'écoute. La propreté est impeccable. La renovation de ces logements a été faites avec beaucoup de respect et de goût C'était un super sejour, nous reviendrons !
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grandiose Unterkunft! Sehr gute Tavernen sind fussläufig zu erreichen
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jürgen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Top gepflegte Anlage die alles auf den Fotos versprochene hält.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anonyme, France

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ces hébergements traditionnels crétois ont un charme fou et sont joliment décorés. Personnes à mobilité réduite cependant s’abstenir car notre petite maison était sur trois niveaux avec des escaliers un peu périlleux. La vue sur la mer est magnifique en particulier au lever du jour. L’accueil d’Ionna (en français) était particulièrement chaleureux
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superschöne, mit traditionellen Elementen eingerichtete Unterkunft mit eigener Terasse und allen Möglichkeiten, die Seele baumeln zu lassen. Koutsounari ist nicht so touristisch überlaufen wie viele andere Orte Kretas, der nahe gelegene Strand riesengroß und das Meer äußerst sauber. Die Unterkunft wird während des Aufenthalts regelmäßig gereinigt und der Empfang, die Auskünfte, Informationen und Gespräche von und mit Ioanna und ihrer Mutter waren sehr herzlich, interessant und hilfreich. Unbedingte und uneingeschränkte Empfehlung!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Marion, Berlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtetes Appartement in ruhiger Lage mit einem wunderschönen Meeresblick und sehr freundlichen Gastgeberinnen. Einzig die Matratze hat unsere Komfortansprüche nicht erfüllt.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

PHM83, Sanary sur Mer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vacances dans un cottage harmonieux et fonctionel
Ce cottage est fabuleux , constitué de maisonnettes magnifiques ou chacun a son intimité . La décoration est superbe et combine les matériaux rustiques avec une grande fonctionnalité . Chaque cottage a son propre espace extérieur et la plupart avec une superbe vue sur la mer de Lybie. Ces cottages sont d'une propreté remarquable et le ménage effectué trés réguliérement. Sur le plan du matériel , rien ne manque : ustensiles de cuisine , produits de salle de bain , séche cheveux , ... Même des chaises longues sont disponibles L'accueil de Ioanna a été fabuleux et tout était préparé à l'avance . En plus de sa gentillesse et la chaleur de son accueil , elle nous a fournit de précieux conseils sur les endroits à ne pas rater dans la région de Ierapetra.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Schönes Häuschen mit tollem Ausblick
Wir haben zwei Wochen in einem der Cottages verbracht. Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen, der Ausblick von unserer Terasse auf das Meer war hübsch, leider war es während unseres Aufenthaltes recht windig, ansonsten hätten wir dort sicherlich mehr Zeit verbracht. Unser Haus war nett eingerichtet, besonders gut gefallen haben uns die gemauerten Sitzbänke. Für den Weg zum Strand empfiehlt es sich mit dem Auto zu fahren. Die Gastgeberin ist sehr freundlich und konnte uns viele Tipps für Ausflüge auf der ganzen Insel geben. Die Zimmerreinigung findet alle 2-3 Tage statt. Gerne wieder!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Irmi, Wien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Traumhaft
Wir waren leider nur eine Woche im Traditional Cottages - wir hätten es viel länger ausgehalten. Koutsounari ist zwar kein sehr schöner Ort - es hat keinen Ortskern - aber das Appartement war umso schöner! Joanna hat uns liebevoll und sehr freundlich aufgenommen. Das Appartement würde in der Woche dreimal gereinigt und die Betten überzogen. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay at the very nicely decorated and spacious cottage, in particular sitting on the terrace and enjoying the sea view. The cottage was very clean and we were surprised that being a self-catering cottage it was serviced every 2nd day. Also Ioanna was very friendly and helpful, not only providing us with all the necessities for breakfast the first day, but also going out of her way to make our stay memorable. Also out kids loved the place and the pool (with kids pool), even if a bit of a hike was necessary to reach it.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Doris, Muenster

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Einfach Wunderbar!
Wir hatten eine wunderbare Zeit in unserem so liebevoll eingerichteten Cottage! Die Terrasse mit ihrem Blick auf das Meer-traumhaft! Die Gastgeberin Ioanna ist sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, so dass wir uns sehr gut aufgehoben gefühlt haben. Es empfiehlt sich, ein Auto zu mieten, um auch andere Strände erkunden zu können! Tolle Tavernen im Umkreis mit leckeren griechischen Köstlichkeiten! Alles in allem ein Volltreffer, um sich gut zu erholen!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2017