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Stay 365 Heraklion Apart Hotel

Heraklio Town - 1,050 yards from beach

Situated within 1.4 km of Amoudara Beach and 2.7 km of Venetian Walls in Heraklio Town, Stay 365 Heraklion Apart Hotel features accommodation with seating area and a kitchen. There is a private entrance at the aparthotel for the convenience of those who stay. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. First of all, even before coming to the Heraklion, we had wonderful communication with the amazing staff of Stay365. They booked a taxi for as when we landed. The driver was expecting us at the airport. When we arrived to the hotel we were amazed by the size of our room, bed were so cozy, and the bathroom was exceptional and very clean. During the all stay, great guys working in Stay365 gave us all the important information and beyond that. They booked us a rent car at very decent price, booked us places in the best places of Heraklion. Plus the cleaning ladies even wash your dishes! Great stay, we had a such a wonderful time, my best recommendations for this amazing hotel!

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9.5
Exceptional
1,382 reviews
Price from
£52
per night

The Authentic Village Boutique Hotel

Khóra Sfakíon - 100 yards from beach

Located in Khóra Sfakíon, within 100 metres of Vrissi Beach and less than 1 km of Ilingas Beach, The Authentic Village Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The property is allergy-free and is set 1.4 km from Ammoudi Beach. Beautiful new hotel. We were greeted the sweetest receptionist and loved everything about our stay. We even booked an impromptu massage to make it even more relaxing.

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9.6
Exceptional
1,102 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

Hyperion City Hotel & Spa 4 stars

Koum Kapi, Chania Town - 150 yards from beach

Facing the beachfront, Hyperion City Hotel & Spa offers 4-star accommodation in Chania Town and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and shared lounge. Boasting a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 300 metres from Koum Kapi Beach, less than 1 km from Saint Anargyri Church and a 12-minute walk from Archaeological Museum of Chania. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. The hotel location is great, very close to the city center and in a quite area, the view of the room with seaside view worths every penny, the breakfast is diverse and good. The hospitality of the team there is outstanding. We totally recommend this place!

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9.3
Superb
2,786 reviews
Price from
£102
per night

Morum City Hotel Chania 4 stars

Chania Town - 750 yards from beach

Located in Chania Town and with Nea Chora Beach reachable within 700 metres, Morum City Hotel Chania provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Certain rooms at the property include a terrace with a city view. This lovely hotel is brand new with nice clean stylish rooms, a wonderful restaurant and great room service, the kindest staff possible, and it’s just a five minute walk from the charming harbor area.

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9.1
Superb
1,061 reviews
Price from
£83
per night

Lyttos Mare 5 stars

Anissaras, Hersonissos - 150 yards from beach

Located in Hersonissos, 500 metres from Analipsi Beach, Lyttos Mare provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. Featuring a kids' club, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a terrace. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Lots of pools, some with green areas around. Large hotel beach with many beach chairs, more than enough. Some of the rooms have private pools.

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9.1
Superb
1,063 reviews
Price from
£356
per night

City Lion by Semavi

Heralkio City Centre, Heraklio Town - 1.1 miles from beach

Ideally located in the Heralkio City Centre district of Heraklio Town, City Lion by Semavi is set 600 metres from Heraklion Archaeological Museum, less than 1 km from Venetian Walls and 7.3 km from The Palace of Knossos. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 200 metres from the city centre and 2.1 km from Amoudara Beach. Perfect stay in the hottest location In Heraklion. Everything was smooth and beautiful. Highly recommend!!!

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9.8
Exceptional
1,181 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

White Swan

Rethymno Town - 200 yards from beach

White swan offers accommodation in Kallithea of Rethymno. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The property offers bike hire and features a garden and outdoor pool. the staff are just so friendly. the hotel is in a great location. great rooms and very comfortable beds.

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9.5
Exceptional
1,237 reviews
Price from
£68
per night

Enorme Santanna Beach 4 stars

Ierápetra - 200 yards from beach

Facing the beachfront, Enorme Santanna Beach offers 4-star accommodation in Ierápetra and has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has exceeded my expectations! The staff is super friendly and the rooms comfortable and clean. Great location with direct access to the beach. Swim up rooms have a wonderful sea view. Food is very good with large variety.

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9.1
Superb
1,216 reviews
Price from
£160
per night

Trianon Luxury Apartments & Suites

Chania Town - 550 yards from beach

Centrally located in Chania, just 1 km from the centre, Trianon Luxury Apartments & Suites boasts elegantly designed rooms and suites with modern amenities and free WiFi. Paid private parking 10 euros per day is possible on site. BEST SLEEP EVER!!!! the beds in the suites are just amazing! i had to actually look up the brand of that mattress! I will definitely be back! amazing and very helpful staff Ioanna was able to instruct everything upon arrival.

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9
Superb
1,194 reviews
Price from
£103
per night

Abaton Island Resort & Spa 5 stars

Hersonissos - 300 yards from beach

The Buddha Beach Bar is an elegant beachside bar where beverages and wines are complemented by a selection of light snacks and inspired platters. The mood is laid back, with sophisticated chill out lounge music. we loved everything about this lovely hotel, from the moment we arrived, and greeted by and given a tour by the even lovelier Sofia, to when sadly had to say our goodbyes to all the wonderful staff. such an elegantly designed hotel, attentive and big hearted helpful employees on a beautiful spot on one of the best islands on the planet! love Crete and now have a favourite hotel that I will certainly be visiting again!

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9
Superb
1,065 reviews
Price from
£283
per night

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