Alexander Hotel is situated in Gerakari, a beautiful village 35 km south of Rethymno. Set on the foot of Mount Kedros, it offers classically furnished rooms with balcony overlooking the garden or the mountain. All rooms come with a kettle, fridge and hotplate. They are spacious and bright, and feature a satellite LCD TV, DVD player and safe. A continental breakfast prepared with fresh, local ingredients is served daily. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all communal spaces. For our little friends, we have a playground in the garden. There are also two outdoor swimming pools (one for adults and one for children), a tennis court and a conference center that can host up to 50 persons. The restaurant offers dishes of rare and fine taste, enjoyments based on local products, cooked according to world famous Cretan cookery. Furthermore, our hotel is mainly designed and aimed for those who wish and long to experience a close contact with nature. Gerakari is well known for its delicious cherries, which are available in summer. The unique and unspoilt natural environment of the area impresses the visitors with its constant alternations and the great ecological value. In spring, a lot of fields are full of various kinds of orchids, tulips and many other wild flowers. To the nature lovers but also to every guest, is given the chance to take part in organized or not hiking tours with a rich network of paths, which connects villages and historical sites. Also, bikes of all sizes are available (free of charge) to discover the beauty of the area.