Less than 5 minutes' bus ride from Heraklion centre in Crete, Sofia hotel offers a seasonal swimming pool and a seasonal restaurant. It serves breakfast and features rooms with free WiFi and a...
Bernard
Netherlands
Budget hotel close to the airport, 20 min walk, or 5 min by taxi. 24hr frontdesk. Late check in is no problem. Very friendly staff. A drink late at night is no problem. Nice rooms, old airco but does the job. Good beds. Nothing special but has everything you need at a very reasonable price for Crete
Just a stroll away from Heraklion port, Marin Hotel offers a rooftop restaurant with panoramic views of the Venetian Fortress. Its rooms have a balcony, while free WiFi is available throughout.
Annette
United Kingdom
Nice room with comfortable beds great view from balcony. Superb breakfast. Really polite and helpful staff. Situated well.
Within 100 metres from the city centre, Kastro Hotel is well-situated for exploring the ancient sites of Heraklion. It offers spacious, air-conditioned rooms with breakfast included in the rate.
lesley
United Kingdom
A friendly small hotel. Always welcoming and helpful. Local taverna around t corner with good local fare.
Just a short walk from Heraklion centre, Atrion offers elegant accommodation with free Internet access. It has a restaurant, while it is a few metres away from Heraklion’s busy promenade.
Daria
Poland
Clean, comfortable room, big breakfast buffet - full of different kind of food.
Built in 1925 and classified as a monument, the GDM Megaron is located in the heart of Heraklion, overlooking the old Venetian port and within walking distance of all the major sights of the city.
mary
United States
The breakfast was amazing. Also so close to the ferry
Located in Heraklio Town, 200 metres from Heraklion Archaeological Museum, the family-run Infinity City Boutique Hotel features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property.
Sraddhamani
United Kingdom
Nice big room.
Lovely man at reception.
Lady cooked me *plain* scrambled eggs for breakfast.
Enjoying a privileged location in the heart of Heraklion Town, Ibis Styles Heraklion Central by Accor is just a short stroll from major touristic sights and lively areas of the town.
Vrhnika
Slovenia
Excellent location, very good breakfast, clean and cosy room...
Within 200 metres from the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, the 5-star Aquila Atlantis Hotel features an outdoor pool with unobstructed views over the harbour, a semi-covered pool and an elegantly...
Geoffrey
Australia
Food in the restaurant and via room service was very good
Hotel Rea offers simple and functional accommodation in a convenient location, adjacent to Heraklion’s Historical Museum of Crete. Air-conditioned rooms at the Rea are all equipped with free Wi-Fi.
Situated in the centre of Heraklion, Mirabello Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, most of them with balcony. Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is 4 km away and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
Julia Steffen Santacilia
Ukraine
The staff was lovely and the facilities were very good.
Featuring a terrace and a restaurant, Artion Boutique by Enorme is located in Heraklio Town, 2.2 km from Amoudara Beach and less than 1 km from Venetian Walls.
Super nice value for money ! Breakfast was great too.
Located in Heraklio Town, 200 metres from Heraklion Archaeological Museum, the family-run Infinity City Boutique Hotel features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property.
Great place... Our second time... We will be back!
Featuring rooms with free Wi-Fi, spacious lounge with bar and a 24-hour front desk, Iraklion Hotel is a modern, family run hotel centrally located in Heraklion.
Staff, bed, location near the city center, breakfast
Just a short walk from Heraklion centre, Atrion offers elegant accommodation with free Internet access. It has a restaurant, while it is a few metres away from Heraklion’s busy promenade.
Great location, helpful staff and excellent breakfast.
Hotel Rea offers simple and functional accommodation in a convenient location, adjacent to Heraklion’s Historical Museum of Crete. Air-conditioned rooms at the Rea are all equipped with free Wi-Fi.
Excellent location
Excellent stuff
Value for money
Established in 1977 and totally renovated in 2004, this hotel is ideally situated in Heraklion city centre amidst a quiet neighbourhood with easy access to the harbour 500 metres away.
Close to the centre, clean and quiet. Good value for money
Kronos Hotel is conveniently located 200 metres from Heraklion city centre and 700 metres from the port. It offers accommodation with a private balcony and it has a bar.
The staff was absolutely amazing, welcoming and helpful
Just a stroll away from Heraklion port, Marin Hotel offers a rooftop restaurant with panoramic views of the Venetian Fortress. Its rooms have a balcony, while free WiFi is available throughout.
absolutely beautiful and the location is gorgeous!
Situated in the centre of Heraklion, Mirabello Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, most of them with balcony. Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is 4 km away and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
Lift, big balcony, teapot and tea and coffee, very clean, new towels
This centrally located Heraklion hotel offers spacious, modern rooms, some with views over the sea. Free WiFi is offered throughout. Irini Hotel is 4 km from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport.
Excellent location! Very helpful and friendly staff!
Within 200 metres from the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, the 5-star Aquila Atlantis Hotel features an outdoor pool with unobstructed views over the harbour, a semi-covered pool and an elegantly...
Great location, very friendly staff and very clean
El Greco is located in the heart of Heraklion's business and shopping district, within walking distance of the Archaeological and the Historical Museum, as well as public transportation, banks, ATMs...
Loved the location, the decor, the 24/24 check in!
Situated just 200 metres from Heraklion Port, City Life Hotel offers quality central accommodation with modern amenities, including free WiFi access. The hotel is fully air-conditioned throughout.
Staff was so helpful and friendly, location is perfect.
Situated by the ancient Pantokrator Gate, Castello City Hotel is just a short walk from Heraklion beach.
Breakfast was amazing and the staff super friendly
FAQs about hotels in Heraklio Town
On average, 3-star hotels in Heraklio Town cost £49 per night, and 4-star hotels in Heraklio Town are £69 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Heraklio Town can on average be found for £93 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Heraklio Town this weekend is £94 or, for a 4-star hotel, £122. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Heraklio Town for this weekend cost on average around £199 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £90 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Heraklio Town for tonight. You'll pay on average around £106 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Heraklio Town will cost around £199 (based on Booking.com prices).
Nowadays known as the capital of the Greek island of Crete, Heraklion was once the centre of the Minoan civilisation and the port of the ancient Knossos. This stunning gem features rich history, outdoor markets and important archaeological sites.
Just 6 km from the lively Heraklion is the world-renown ruins of the Knossos palace, where according to the Greek mythology Daedalus built a labyrinth to hold the Minotaur.
Home to the 16th-century church of Agia Ekaterini, the cathedral of St. Minas, Venetian Loggia and the Archaeological Museum, this destination is much more than just a cosmopolitan city with vibrant nightlife. Do not forget to wander around the old port or visit the Venetian Walls.
Beach lovers can discover some of the most popular places of Crete like the tourist resorts of Malia and Hersonissos, the golden beach of Amoudara and the fishing village of Agia Pelagia.
The international airport of Heraklion, Nikos Kazantzakis, is the largest one in the island and the second busiest in Greece. Situated about 4 km from the city centre, it offers seasonal flights to Vienna, Barcelona, Zurich and St. Petersburg. Booking.com offers a great variety of hotels in Heraklion.
Heraklio is a great place to visit!. We stayed for over a month and were never bored. There is a very extensive pedestrian area with a huge variety of shops, places of cultural interest, restaurants and snack bars. The local cuisine is reasonably priced. The city is very busy with locals and tourists mixing in the pedestrian areas.
Heraklio is a great base for visiting the rest of the island as most of the major urban areas are also on the north coast. There are very efficient local and regional bus services and of course car and moped hire.
For those interested in history and culture Heraklio is the place to visit. I do recommend reading up on the incredible history of the island before visiting as this will help the visitor better understand the context of what they are visiting.
We visited in March to April and combined a city holiday with a beach holiday. There are two very long beaches very near the city centre.
Almost everyone we met spoke very good English so we never really got to use any of the little Greek we learned before travelling. In one month we never used any cash as all business take electronic payment per mobile phone, credit cards etc.
Pat
Germany
8.0
Scored 8.0
It's a nice town with a lot of shops, cafes, restaurants etc...
It's a nice town with a lot of shops, cafes, restaurants etc etc. People were nice. It has a spider-like outlay and you could easily get lost. GPS was not working well. I ended up searching half an hour for my hotel.
Chryssoula
Greece
8.0
Scored 8.0
Liked the fact there were lots of places to visit in the...
Liked the fact there were lots of places to visit in the town. It’s a mix of old and new and full of places to eat. Bus service is good and not expensive but taxis are expensive to visit around the island. People are friendly and most are able to speak some English but be aware all signs are in Greek so when trying to find your way walking it can be a bit confusing if you don’t speak the language. But that’s part of the fun of the holiday.
Lorna
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Seeing the Palace of Knossos and then the Archeology Museum...
Seeing the Palace of Knossos and then the Archeology Museum was a highlight! So much history and so interesting. This is where the Minotaur lived and the site of the Labyrinth, as well as the pre-Greek ancient Minoans. On top of this, inside the Venetian walls are a maze of fun streets with shops and restaurants, all walkable. Good food and fun. So very much worth going to Heraklion! Plus an easy peasy airport is very close nearby.
Catherine
United States
10
Scored 10
Heraklio is a city that contrives to hide its treasures.
Heraklio is a city that contrives to hide its treasures. At first, we were a little put off by the mix of architecture and the labyrinthine streets and alleys, but after a while, it all became known and comfortable. The museums are very good: the Archeo. obviously, but the Museum of Cretan History is lovely and has a pleasant terrace to enjoy coffee. The standout museum for us was the Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology, which is thoughtfully curated and with kind and friendly staff.
Bitirinis for fish; Antipodas for flesh.
John
Germany
10
Scored 10
I love Heraklion - I have visited many times and will...
I love Heraklion - I have visited many times and will continue doing so. There’s always something I wish I had more time to visit. During the day there’s so many nearby beaches to spend the day or historical sights to visit. There’s always great venues at night, countless clubs and bars and the restaurants are amazing, even just taking a stroll through the streets is fun.
Heraklion Museum, Knossos and a walk to the port is a must for every visitor!
The position is a perfect compromise for visiting the Cnosso palace ( 7 minutes by car) and Agia pelagia beach ( just 30 minutes for an amazing water in a close by town). The room is clean and traditional. The true gem of the hotel is the hospitality. Katerina ( the receptionist) has been an impeccable and outstanding host, she gave us a lot of useful and practice tips to plan our trip(where to go on the beach, where to buy essential stuff, where to eat tipical Creta food). We felt very welcome and spoiled. Highly recommended.
The customer service was excellent, the room was comfortable and quiet, and the breakfast was fantastic. They worked to fix quickly address any issue or problem we faced. I highly recommend this hotel. We enjoyed the jacuzzi as well. In other hotels in Crete, the showers are often extremely small, you have to press a special button and wait to use the hot water, and you can't throw toilet paper in the toilet. That wasn't the case here. Everything was comfortable and easy.
The room was very clean and very efficiently organised. Staff were very kind and greatly helped my activities in Heraklion.
The location is very close to the sea. I love walking along the sea, so it was great for me. I saw beautiful sunset everyday just near the hotel.
The area is rather quiet, compared to the centre of the town, yet it is very easy to access most of the sightseeing places. I liked this quiet environment very much.
I liked the fact that the hotel is so close to the airport; we prefer to take the afternoon flight from the UK which arrives at 22:45 and we then need to stay somewhere close before going the next day to our house near Rethymno. The man on reception is always friendly and welcoming; the hotel is comfortable and clean and is a great way to start our trips to Crete.
Maria and the staff were kind and quick to respond which we really appreciated when we got a little lost looking for the place. The home was extremely clean, spacious and in a very central location which it easy to walk around and experience Crete. We also appreciated that they left us a bottle of juice and snacks upon our arrival.
Good Location to shops and all the attractions.
Good place to start or end a trip to Crete.
You could pick up rental after your stay, or drop rental off before your stay.
Near airport. A short taxi ride to hotel.
Close to rental for cars.
Great buffet breakfast with hot and cold food.
Beds very comfortable. Room very clean.
The hotel offers amazing experience, I didn´t expect that much on Crete. The staff was very nice and helpful (especially ladies at the breakfast), breakfast was so fresh and delicious I would come back just because of it! Room is also nicely furnished, super comfy bed, Korres amenities in the bathroom... I hope to come back!
This boutique hotel is new as of May 2022 and no expense was spared. We stayed in 5 different hotels in during our visit to Greece. Everything from a 2 star to a 5 star hotel. This was by far the most comfortable place to stay. Off the beaten path but close to the port and airport. I would recommend to everyone to stay here
Modern decor. Rooms & bathrooms are as good as a 5 star hotel. Room amenities also as good as a 5 star hotel. Complimentary coffee, wine & water in room. 5 minutes walk to the ferry terminal. About 10 minutes walk to all water side restaurants. And anything you need call Maria- she will take care of it. Awesome place
Jet2 messed up my flight contacted hotel non refundable but no charge for new date-super young lady on recep. late shift was so nice to deal with - Item I wanted at breakfast cold so they cooked another. Tea coffee available downstairs at breakfast room.
Would use hotel again if flying in or out of Crete
A beautiful little hotel. Excellent location, clean and modern in design. The bed was the most comfortable in the whole of Crete. Giannis was welcoming and kind. Have already recommended Domus Ariadne to some friends and highly recommend this hotel for anyone staying in Heraklion.
Super nice hosts. Room was large and comfortable. Well appointed. Location is right on the church square with easy access to sites, shops and restaurants. Stayed her for twice, on our way in and out of Crete. Walking distance to the port.
Charming lady at the reception, very friendly and all shinny and smiling
Good location in comparison to city centre/airport
Free parking at a location nearby but also easy to park around the hotel
- Petros was welcoming and happy to teach us some Greek. He also helped us plan our next days in Crete.
- Room was spacious and modern. It had all the amenities we could have wished for.
Lovely hotel in the heart of Heraklion.Absolutely loved the room, anemnities and incredible breakfast (best I had in Crete). reccommandable! parking in front of hotel very comfortable.
Excellent location, beautiful view from the top.
The rooms and bathroom were comfortable and clean.
The staff was professional and friendly.
Best breakfast I had in Crete.
If I do return to Crete I would definitely try to stay at the Castello City Hotel. Facilities staff, cleanliness, position were all 10 out of 10. The cost was reasonable
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