our stay was just awesome. the room was exactly as we expected, the sea right in front of our balcony and the people around were very kind and helpful. we can totaly recommend staying at akrogiali's. also the teverna: the food served there was just perfect. everything was very tasty and from their own production. so if you like to stay in a place not crowded by tourists to get to know the real crete, visit western crete and stay there. you really need a car, but if want to see the island you need a car one way or another. a small town is about 4 km away, where you can find some supermarkets, a bakery etc.
go there, you will love it!