Rodia is a village that stands out for its exceptional view of the city of Heraklion and the Cretan Sea. It is located about 9 kilometers from our hotel on a slope called Marmarakefala, at an altitude of 300 meters above the valley of Paleokastro.

In some old documents from 1248 (during the first years of the Venetian Domination in Crete) Rodia is recorded as “Rodea with the castle”; the term “castle” indicates the existence of a fortress, which was located at the site where the Venetian fortress of Paleokastro was built in 1595.

Rodia is an excellent choice for those who wish to enjoy their meal with an exceptional view. There are many taverns where you can taste Greek and Cretan cuisine, while during your walk in the village streets, do not neglect to visit the Venetian mansion of Modines, which was the feudal mansion of the region of Rodgia in 1565.