Il tuo soggiorno — Sunwing Makrigialos Beach
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La proprietà — Sunwing Makrigialos Beach
The Sunwing Makrigialos Beach is a no-fuss, family-focused beachfront hotel with a faded Mediterranean charm. The lobby feels like a cool, tiled retreat from the Cretan sun, with a small bar and a view straight onto the pebble beach. It suits budget-conscious families and couples who want sea access and a pool without pretension. You won't find designer touches, but you will find reliable air conditioning and a straightforward buffet restaurant.
Cronache di Sitia
Ancient Itanos, just north of modern Sitia, was a Minoan port and later a Hellenistic city-state, its ruins still visible along the coast. Sitia itself grew as a Venetian trading post in the 13th century, leaving a small fortress and a grid of narrow streets. The town was largely rebuilt after a devastating earthquake in 1508 and again after WWII bombings. Today, it's a relaxed, small city known for its local wine, Sitia olive oil, and as a quieter gateway to eastern Crete's beaches and gorges.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Sitia →I migliori mesi
May, June and September: warm enough for swimming (sea temp ~22-25°C), low rainfall and far fewer visitors than July-August.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are the absolute peak, driven by school holidays across Europe. Hotel prices double and advance booking is essential. The main event is the Kornaria Festival in August, with music and theatre in Sitia's fortress.
Stagione di spalla
Late May and early October offer 20-25°C days, 40-50% off peak rates, and empty beaches. Still plenty of sun, but you'll need a jacket in the evenings by mid-October.
Meteo e imballaggio
Sitia gets a strong, dry meltemi wind in summer, which can kick up dust and make the sea choppy. Pack a lightweight windproof jacket and reef shoes, as many beaches are pebbly.
Briefing della città — Sitia
- The new Sitia bypass road (part of the BOAK highway project) opened in late 2025, cutting travel time from Sitia town to the hotel by about 10 minutes. The old coastal road remains open for scenic driving.
- Several beachfront tavernas in Makrigialos have reopened under new management for 2026, offering fresh fish and Cretan raki. Check 'To Kima' for reliable seafood.
- A water taxi service now runs daily from Makrigialos to the beach at Xerokambos (June–September), shaving off the drive over the coastal hills.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sunwing Makrigialos Beach, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request an upper-floor room facing the sea (east side). Floors 3 or 4 offer quieter conditions, better views, and less chance of foot traffic noise from the lobby or restaurant.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby, stairs, or lifts – these pick up early-morning guest movement and staff bustle. Rooms facing the road (west side, Sitia approach) are noisier from traffic.
Best views
East-facing upper floors give a clear view over the beach and Libyan Sea. West-facing rooms overlook the main road and scrubland – less scenic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4: furthest from ground-level noise (lobby, street, restaurant). No lift vibration issues reported for these levels.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the Sitia coastal road is audible on the west side, especially early morning and evening. Pool bar music and guest chatter carry up to lower floors. The lift is central and can be heard in adjacent rooms on all floors.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on floor 3 or 4, east side, at booking – these go quickly in summer. 2. If beach access matters, ask for a room close to the pool/stair end of the corridor to shorten the walk to the sea.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
strutture alberghiere — Sunwing Makrigialos Beach
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) in all rooms and public areas; no premium tier available. No login, just accept terms on your device.
One lift serving all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No print newspapers; free digital news via a hotel tablet in the lobby, no standalone newsstand app. Building is a modern low-rise (2007), no heritage quirks.
Check-in 15:00–22:30, early bag drop allowed. Late check-out until 14:00 for €30, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage in a locked room after check-out or before check-in.
Step-free access at main entrance via ramp; rooms on ground floor have wide doors but no roll-in shower. Lift serves all floors; no designated accessible room types.
Free on-site parking (unsecured, open lot, first-come-first-served). Nearest public car park is in Sitia town (15 km away), cost €5/day. No EV charging.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required at booking; incidental card hold of €50 per room at check-in.
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Panagia (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Casa dei Mezzo Music Festival — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 206 m · ~3 min walk
Φαρμακείο — 196 m · ~2 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs in Sitia town centre give decent rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Sitia Airport and hotel desks, which charge high fees and poor rates.
Major credit and debit cards (Visa/Mastercard) are accepted in most hotels, restaurants, and supermarkets; smaller cafés and taxis often prefer cash.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants but not mandatory. Taxis and hotel staff are not tipped beyond small change for extra service.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek coffee (frappé or freddo) in a local kafeneio costs about €2-€3.
A gyros pita from a takeaway shop is the standard budget lunch, around €3.50.
A simple main course of moussaka or souvlaki in a taverna runs roughly €10-€12.
The main pedestrian streets in Sitia town have several souvlaki and gyros stands; the harbour front has cheap snack options but is pricier.
Sitia has a Lidl and a SPAR supermarket for low-cost groceries.
For cheap clothes, look at the shops along the main shopping street (Venizelou) and the market near the central square; no big chains here.
Walking is free and best for most of Sitia town; the budget way from Sitia Airport is the local bus (€2) to town, or a shared taxi for about €10.
Eat where locals queue for lunch – often in backstreets rather than harbour fronts. Fill a reusable bottle at public taps (free, good water). Buy own sun cream and snacks from supermarkets before hitting the beach – seaside kiosks are expensive.
Buono da sapere — Sitia
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
SitiaFor general emergencies (police, fire, ambulance) call 112. In Sitia, the local police station is at +30 2843 022100, and the health centre is on Papandreou Street, +30 2843 022111.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sitia, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Sunwing Makrigialos Beach
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 206 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Φαρμακείο — 196 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Sitia bus station (Leoforos Kazantzaki) → Sitia town centre, beaches, and nearby villages
💡 Buy tickets at the station kiosk; the route to Vai Beach runs 3 times daily in summer. Don’t rely on it for airport transfers — taxis are more reliable.
Sitia Public Airport (JSH) → Niki Appartments (Sitia town centre)
💡 Fix the price before getting in; drivers at the rank are usually fair, but it’s safer to book via your hotel or a local number like +30 28430 22222.
Sitia town centre → Anywhere within Sitia municipality
💡 Flag one down on Eleftheriou Venizelou or call 28430 22222. For short hops around town, walking is often faster.
Sitia bus station → Agios Nikolaos, Heraklion, and other Cretan towns
💡 The bus to Heraklion takes 3.5 hours and costs about €18. Book a day early in summer, especially for the coastal route. The Niki is a short walk from the bus station — turn left out of the station, then right onto Kapetan Sifi.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Sunwing Makrigialos Beach?
Request an upper-floor room facing the sea (east side). Floors 3 or 4 offer quieter conditions, better views, and less chance of foot traffic noise from the lobby or restaurant.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sunwing Makrigialos Beach?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby, stairs, or lifts – these pick up early-morning guest movement and staff bustle. Rooms facing the road (west side, Sitia approach) are noisier from traffic.
Is Sunwing Makrigialos Beach noisy?
Street noise from the Sitia coastal road is audible on the west side, especially early morning and evening. Pool bar music and guest chatter carry up to lower floors. The lift is central and can be heard in adjacent rooms on all floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Sunwing Makrigialos Beach?
East-facing upper floors give a clear view over the beach and Libyan Sea. West-facing rooms overlook the main road and scrubland – less scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Sunwing Makrigialos Beach?
1. Request a room on floor 3 or 4, east side, at booking – these go quickly in summer. 2. If beach access matters, ask for a room close to the pool/stair end of the corridor to shorten the walk to the sea.
What time is check-in at Sunwing Makrigialos Beach?
Check-in at Sunwing Makrigialos Beach is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sunwing Makrigialos Beach have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) in all rooms and public areas; no premium tier available. No login, just accept terms on your device.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sunwing Makrigialos Beach?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Sunwing Makrigialos Beach?
A gyros pita from a takeaway shop is the standard budget lunch, around €3.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sunwing Makrigialos Beach?
Walking is free and best for most of Sitia town; the budget way from Sitia Airport is the local bus (€2) to town, or a shared taxi for about €10.
When is the best time to visit Sitia?
May, June and September: warm enough for swimming (sea temp ~22-25°C), low rainfall and far fewer visitors than July-August.
Principali attrazioni a Sitia
💡 The cafés on the west side are cheaper than those on the east. Grab a coffee from a kiosk and sit on the wall for free.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light and fewer crowds. The climb is steep but short — wear sturdy shoes.
💡 Bring your own umbrella and food — there’s a simple taverna but it’s pricey. Free parking along the road.
💡 Only €2 entry. The elderly owner gives a personal tour in Greek or basic English — ask about the weaving looms.
💡 General admission is €4, but free for EU students and under-18s. Allow 45 minutes to an hour.