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Inotropes Boutique Suites
The new must-stay destination for the holidays in Crete
An adults-only haven of authentic Cretan hospitality in Ano Archanes
A 150-year-old historical Cretan mansion has been transformed into a new adults-only boutique destination. Inotropes Boutique Suites opened its doors three years ago in the internationally awarded “Residential Development” village of Ano Archanes.
With six carefully designed suites, exceptional aesthetics, and a character that blends contemporary vision with tradition, Inotropes Boutique Suites is one of the most compelling new accommodations for travelers seeking meaningful luxury and authentic experiences.
Built on the foothills of Mount Youchtas, just 14 km from Heraklion, in one of Crete’s most historic and fertile wine regions (PDO Archanes), Inotropes Boutique Suites offers a unique combination of tradition, culture, and wine tourism.
Its spaces have been restored with respect to architectural heritage, while the myth of the Inotropes of Minoan Crete—referring to the three sisters Oino, Elaïda, and Spermó, whose names were linked to the three fundamental products of the Greek land: wine, olive oil, and wheat—served as the inspiration for the brand’s name and philosophy.
Inotropes Boutique Suites features six independent suites, each with a unique identity: Elaïs, Oino, Spermó, Dorippi, Staphylos, and Anios.
With wood and stone taking center stage, custom-made furniture, and atmospheric lighting, the suites create a sense of calm where elegance meets understated luxury. In the common areas, guests can enjoy the outdoor heated jacuzzi from April to October, the cozy lounge with fireplace, and the stylish interior courtyard.
The property places special emphasis on offering a multifaceted overall experience, organizing activities ranging from wine evenings in the “Dionysos” cellar to gastronomic discoveries with local products, visits to nearby wineries, cultural excursions to Knossos and the Archaeological Museum, and nature-loving routes on Mount Youchtas.
With quality and authenticity as its guiding principles, Inotropes Boutique Suites offers a unique and distinctive way to discover Crete through the stories, flavors, and charming character of Ano Archanes.
The philosophy of the property is summarized in the idea of transitioning from everyday life to an experience of relaxation, aesthetic pleasure, and genuine hospitality.
This approach has already been recognized, with Inotropes Boutique Suites receiving the BIG SEE Interior Design Award and the Booking.com Traveller Review Award 2022.
Adults-only Boutique Suites
6 suites in a 150-year-old restored Cretan mansion
Location: Ano Archanes, Heraklion, Crete
Symbolism and philosophy inspired by the myth of the Inotropes
Experiences: wine evenings, local gastronomy, winery explorations, cultural routes
Amenities: outdoor heated jacuzzi (April–October), lounge with fireplace, interior courtyard, Wi-Fi
Please contact:
• Mrs. Maria Boukouri / STELKA COMMS
Tel. +30 210 6018746, email: [email protected]
• Inotropes Boutique Suites
Parodos Antoniou Ploumidi 1, Ano Archanes, 70100
+30 697 340 0064
email: [email protected]
website: inotropes.gr
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