This is the perfect resort!
The area is really quiet, and you have a gorgeous view out over the valley. the rooms are built to a minimalist chic style (scandinavian) - very instagram worthy. Our room had a private pool and sunbeds which was amazing for relaxing after your day out.
The town/beach of Sougia is just a 10min. drive away with the deep blue Libyan sea. You can also hike the Agia Irini or Samaria gorge (suggest doing Samaria early - start hiking at 7-7:30am). We did a private boat tour up the coast for 6 hours to Loutro which was immense!
The restaurant in the resort does have nice food (we had both breakfast and dinner), but I can also recommend the little tavern close by - which has lovely home cooked, fairly priced food and friendly hosts! Also Sougia offers a good choice.
The Monastery team is super friendly, attentive and helpful! Super service and lived every minute of it