Emerald suites is located in Vryses Apokoronou, in the village square where visitors can stroll under the plane trees. Vryses have a super market a pharmacy as well as restaurants and cafes. The accommodation is located in close proximity to Georgioupolis (8.1 km) where visitors can enjoy the beach. Another nearby destination is Sfakia, which is 37.5 km from the accommodation. At a distance of 8.4 km. from the Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori and 21 km. from Ancient Aptera. The accommodation is 30 km. from the Archaeological Museum of Rethymno.

Vryses is a relatively quiet village. From time to time, especially in the summer, the businesses organize various events with traditional Cretan music. The village is known for the coolness of the plane trees in the summer and the gurgling waters of the springs of the "butaka" river which flows through the village.