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Tolerable

Beach Agios Nikolaos

Balíon, Greece

#450 out of 478 in Crete

Tolerable

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Gray pebble Deserted Pebbles bottom Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Bali • 1.4 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Taverna Synolakis

9.2 - Excellent 730m

Bar Olive night club

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Cafe Cafe

9.4 - Excellent 1.3km

Bar Café-Snack SOPASIS

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Restaurant Family Taverna Nest

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Cafe Charlot

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Restaurant Μύθος Μπιτς

8 - Very good 1.4km

Restaurant Family Taverna

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Bar The Sailors Bar

9.8 - Exceptional 1.4km

Park North Ness Top

1.7km

Farm Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours

5.9km

Playground Platanias

6.9km

Playground Playground

7km

Supermarket Κρεοπωλείο Σούπερ Μάρκετ Λιμάνι

1.3km

Supermarket Super Market

1.4km

Supermarket Φαιστός Μαυρακης Παναγιώτης

1.7km

Supermarket Super Market Kalligiannis

6km

Supermarket ΠΑΡΑΣΧΑΚΗΣ SUPER MARKET

6.9km

Supermarket ΚΡΗΤΙΚΟΣ SUPER MARKET

6.9km

Supermarket Super Market ΑΡΙΑΔΝΗ - ΠΑΠΑΔΟΓΙΑΝΝΗΣ ΓΙΩΡΓΟΣ

7km

Supermarket Supermarkt

7.4km

Supermarket Κλάδος Ανδρέας | Super market - Παντοπωλείο

10km

Tourist Attraction Bali Port

1.5km

Place Of Worship Ιερά Μονή Τιμίου Προδρόμου Ατάλης-Μπαλή

1.5km

Tourist Attraction Cliff jumping spot

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Belvedere del Cuore

9.2 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction beach

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Lighthouse

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Маяк порта Панормос

6.6 - Good 6.8km

Tourist Attraction πινακες ζωγραφικης

10 - Exceptional 7km

Tourist Attraction ΓΈΦΥΡΑ ΓΕΡΟΠΟΤΑΜΟΥ ΠΟΤΑΜΟΥ

7.5km

Amusement Center Reptisland

4.7km

Historical Landmark Melidoni Cave

4.9km

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About

Beach Agios Nikolaos is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 450th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 82.1 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Bali settlement, just 1.4 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a tiny bay with crystal turquoise water and gray pebble, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Beach Agios Nikolaos coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

9 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Karavostasi Beach, which has a rating of 8.7.

Beach Agios Nikolaos (Crete) is located outside the Bali settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Crete island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Beach Agios Nikolaos with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+31 ^o C +21 ^o C

Air temperature

3.8 M/S

Wind

+24 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Bali • 1.4 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Taverna Synolakis

9.2 - Excellent 730m

Bar Olive night club

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Cafe Cafe

9.4 - Excellent 1.3km

Bar Café-Snack SOPASIS

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Restaurant Family Taverna Nest

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Cafe Charlot

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Restaurant Μύθος Μπιτς

8 - Very good 1.4km

Restaurant Family Taverna

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Bar The Sailors Bar

9.8 - Exceptional 1.4km

Park North Ness Top

1.7km

Farm Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours

5.9km

Playground Platanias

6.9km

Playground Playground

7km

Supermarket Κρεοπωλείο Σούπερ Μάρκετ Λιμάνι

1.3km

Supermarket Super Market

1.4km

Supermarket Φαιστός Μαυρακης Παναγιώτης

1.7km

Supermarket Super Market Kalligiannis

6km

Supermarket ΠΑΡΑΣΧΑΚΗΣ SUPER MARKET

6.9km

Supermarket ΚΡΗΤΙΚΟΣ SUPER MARKET

6.9km

Supermarket Super Market ΑΡΙΑΔΝΗ - ΠΑΠΑΔΟΓΙΑΝΝΗΣ ΓΙΩΡΓΟΣ

7km

Supermarket Supermarkt

7.4km

Supermarket Κλάδος Ανδρέας | Super market - Παντοπωλείο

10km

Tourist Attraction Bali Port

1.5km

Place Of Worship Ιερά Μονή Τιμίου Προδρόμου Ατάλης-Μπαλή

1.5km

Tourist Attraction Cliff jumping spot

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Belvedere del Cuore

9.2 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction beach

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Lighthouse

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Маяк порта Панормос

6.6 - Good 6.8km

Tourist Attraction πινακες ζωγραφικης

10 - Exceptional 7km

Tourist Attraction ΓΈΦΥΡΑ ΓΕΡΟΠΟΤΑΜΟΥ ΠΟΤΑΜΟΥ

7.5km

Amusement Center Reptisland

4.7km

Historical Landmark Melidoni Cave

4.9km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

Zillion Villa, intangible beachfront luxury, By ThinkVilla

6.7km from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

Zillion Villa, intangible beachfront luxury, By ThinkVilla

Entire Villa

Pikris • 8.1km from center

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6.7km from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

Philoxenia Villas

Entire House

Pikris • 8.2km from center

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Casa D'Oro Suites by Estia 'Adults Only'

6.8km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Casa D'Oro Suites by Estia 'Adults Only'

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Bali • 8.2km from center

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6.8km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Castello Apartments

Entire Apartment

Pikris • 8.3km from center

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7km from the beach

8.4 Very good

Panormo Beach Hotel

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Pikris • 8.4km from center

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7.4km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Bali • 8.8km from center

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8.1km from the beach

8.6 Excellent

Stella Beach Hotel

Hotel

Pikris • 9.5km from center

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9.7km from the beach

8.6 Excellent

The Royal Blue a Luxury Beach Resort

Resort

Pikris • 11.1km from center

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13.8km from the beach

Magnificent Villa Prinos Princess

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Bali • 15.1km from center

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14.2km from the beach

Borosso Villa, an Exclusive Resort, By ThinkVilla

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Bali • 15.6km from center

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14.2km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Sky Beachfront Villa with private pool

Entire Villa

Pikris • 15.6km from center

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14.2km from the beach

Summer Home of Skaleta beach

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Bali • 15.6km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.8 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

590m 8 min walk

Beach Agios Nikolaos II Beach Agios Nikolaos II

5 Tolerable

1.5km 19 min walk

Bali Beach Bali Beach

7.8 Very good

1.5km 20 min walk

Varkotopos Varkotopos

7.7 Very good

1.6km 21 min walk

Caves beaches Caves beaches

5.8 Pleasant

1.6km 21 min walk

Karavostasi Beach Karavostasi Beach

8.7 Excellent

1.7km 22 min walk

Exantis beach Exantis beach

5.9 Pleasant

1.8km 24 min walk

Livadi Beach Livadi Beach

7.8 Very good

4.4km

Beach Charakiani Beach Charakiani

5.9 Pleasant

Localities

Nearest

Bali • 1.4km

Main locality of province

Kastelli • 82.1km

Transport

Airport

HER • 38.4km

Bus Station

Bus station Tympaki • 38.2km

Train Station

Club Calimera Sunshine Kreta • 33.2km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

5 Tolerable

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Average Reviews rating

5 Tolerable

Wojtek Kwasniewicz

2 Very poor

Regrettably, the entrance seems to be obstructed, potentially due to someone purchasing the area for their own privacy, making it unattainable to reach. Additionally, it's worth noting that the beach is comprised of gray pebbles.

March 2023

Larsen Koenig

6 Pleasant

Positive: The ocean is stunning and the beach offers a peaceful and secluded atmosphere. Negative: Unfortunately, there is a significant amount of litter and the beach can be difficult to access.

March 2023

Rico Santos.

8 Very good

This beach is stunning with its gray pebbles and crystal-clear water. It's a sight to behold and perfect for a relaxing day in the sun.

March 2023

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Андрей Козлов.

2 Very poor

Unfortunately it is on private closed road. In addition, the beach is unique with its gray pebbles that add a touch of natural beauty to the surroundings.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Beach Agios Nikolaos?

The beachline of Beach Agios Nikolaos is covered with gray pebbles. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Beach Agios Nikolaos?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Beach Agios Nikolaos, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Beach Agios Nikolaos good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Beach Agios Nikolaos does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Beach Agios Nikolaos good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Beach Agios Nikolaos secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Beach Agios Nikolaos?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Beach Agios Nikolaos.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Taverna Synolakis is the closest place located 700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Beach Agios Nikolaos?

There are 402 places to stay in the Beach Agios Nikolaos area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Beach Agios Nikolaos include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Beach Agios Nikolaos from parking?

The Beach Agios Nikolaos has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Beach Agios Nikolaos?

There are 4 attractions near Beach Agios Nikolaos that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Bali Port located in 1.5 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Beach Agios Nikolaos?

The month with the highest temperature in Beach Agios Nikolaos is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Beach Agios Nikolaos (Crete island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Beach Agios Nikolaos (Crete island) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Beach Agios Nikolaos for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.