This was our first visit to Crete and we were very happy with our stay at Mirtilos Studios. The room was comfortable and clean and the staff were friendly. The small kitchenette in the room was well equipped, and we were able to prepare breakfasts, sandwiches and light meals which was great as the fresh local ingredients are of such good quality. The air conditioning worked well and there was a nice view from the balcony. The pool and bar area was also very nice. The town itself is quite small and was quiet when we were there in May, but there are several nice places to eat in the town and along the beach. We liked the Fish Tavern by the seafront and had several meals there. We hired a car which was useful for visiting the beaches at Elafonissi and Falassarna, however we were also very happy with the local beach at Mavros Molos which is only about 10mins walk away. The weather was warm but slightly hazy and overcast while we were there, not sure whether this was just bad luck or due to the close proximity of Kissamos to the mountains behind, however it was still very pleasant.