THE BEST Hotels with Swim-up Rooms in Malevizi

Executive Junior Suite With Shared Pool - Pool View

More 5 room types available

Standard Double Room

Vip Suite With Private Pool - Pool View

8.9

Superb

773 reviews

Everything was fantastic! Great location very clean place great private pool great food great entertainment what else can you ask for will stay again.

The staff are extremely friendly. Every part from check in, ordering from the multiple bars to organizing a late checkout was smooth and easy. The breakfast was great every day, with a lot of variety and good quality food. The private pool at our room was perfect and added a lot of comfort. The pools at the hotel were very clean, the water a good temperature and with plenty of sunbeds.

Such a fantastic customer service. We have nothing but praise for this lovely hotel and all of the staff. There was nothing too difficult or strange. We got caught in the strikes and arrived early and they had the room so let us checkin early. The half board was excellent with great meat at the taverna and there was so much food at breakfast as well. Beautiful setting and easy and comfortable room with a private pool, perfect for family!

Hotel very clean and good facilities, staff helpful and friendly. We stayed in room 504 and the room is of a very good standard, cleaners keep it very clean, the bed is really comfy and a super king bed with excellent mattress. Shower is also excellent. Private pool nice however absolutely freezing. The only downside to the hotel is the food, and by that I mean the buffet, not the restaurant which is very good. We found breakfast catered more for the German pallet than the British. Also we dined at the evening buffet once and really didn't like it.

Had an executive swim up room which was excellent on a b&b basis. Room towels were changed regularly as was bed linen. Breakfast was good with lots of choice. The hotel has 2 pools plenty of sun beds and umbrellas. They supply pool towels which can be changed any time. The main pool is lovely and quiet no music blasting all day which to me is a real plus. The second pool does have music but it’s not too loud for those who prefer background noise. Couldn’t fault this hotel staff helpful friendly and effecient. They had Greek entertainment 2 nights till 11pm. The beach is just a few minutes away and a bus runs from the top of the road every 15mins to the town. Only downside is Amoudara itself as we like to try different restaurants every night and these were few and far between and not very good either.

Fodele Beach Water Park Resort
★★★★★

★★★★★

8.8

Superb

(612 reviews)

Fodele

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"The villa with private pool was spacious and lovely. Nice all-inclusive food and drinks, great beach" (8/10)

Heated poolEvening entertainmentRestaurantTerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesSnorkeling on site

1 room type with pool access available

More 13 room types available

Superior Family Room - Garden View

Family Suite - Garden View

Deluxe Double Room

8.8

Superb

612 reviews

The villa with private pool was spacious and lovely. Nice all-inclusive food and drinks, great beach

The reason I gave the hotel a high score is related to my impressions during the vacation: 1. Most of all the people. Teta, who gave us the confidence we have our back fully covered, the staff at the reception, and the waitresses (especially Panagia and Mariana who accepted with understanding the mess left around the table by our twin granddaughters age of 22 months) and of course the chambermaids who taught us a basic Greek 2. The spacious modern designed rooms. We took rooms of the Sea Front type, minutes away from anywhere (pools, beach, restaurants) 3. The food - the abundance that allows everyone to find the dish that suits them at every meal 4. The pools, the water park, the cleanliness of the facilities, an endless amount of beach towels 5. The location, the view, and the quietness

All the facilities, the pools, the sapce. the waterpark is great, the transpotation great, alot of pools so no crowded. always places to sit

It was very nice especially for the children who enjoyed the pool, the video games and the water slides. The staff was very nice, and the room we got was pretty awesome - just beneath the pool and the restaurants and with sea view. The room was cleaned every day and had everything we needed. There was also food all the time, so much so I had to go to the gym every morning just to balance it.

Basilicos restaurant - delicious varied food, good service, breathtaking view, sea, pools, nature, fantastic animation team, good gift shop, game room, mini kids club, playground. After the performance of the acrobats, our daughter began to do acrobatics in the room on the bed :)) Our daughter liked the train :) We are grateful for the help Anna, Maria and Mihaela. They explained a lot to us about the hotel and attractions on the island. We are grateful to the head of the kitchen ( unfortunately I don't know his name ) for allowing me to take food to the room when my husband fell ill and stayed in the room.

Sentido Amounda Bay
★★★★

★★★★

8.7

Superb

(974 reviews)

Amoudara Herakliou

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"Wonderful hotel in a nice location in Ammoudara. I can totally recommend the private pool rooms, especially the quieter ones like we had - really worth the money! Everyone from the staff was super nice and helpful, we'll definitely return once more...." (10/10)

RestaurantTerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesFamily roomsJapanese gardenPrivate beach nearbyLounge area

3 room types with pool access available

Junior Suite With Private Pool - Pool View

Maisonette With Private Pool - Pool View

Bungalow With Private Pool - Garden View

More 6 room types available

Superior Double Room - Pool View

Superior Double Room With Shared Pool - Pool View

8.7

Superb

974 reviews

Wonderful hotel in a nice location in Ammoudara. I can totally recommend the private pool rooms, especially the quieter ones like we had - really worth the money! Everyone from the staff was super nice and helpful, we'll definitely return once more.

Amazing stay! Totally worth the price. Everything was perfect – great food, super friendly staff, and they were really careful with my lactose-free needs. Loved the private pool and the tennis court! Couldn’t have asked for a better stay!

Personnel was very helpful and kind. Especially the girls in reception. The bungalow with the private pool is just amazing. Plenty of food, snacks, and drinks during the day.

We stayed in the bungalow with private pool. Room was stunning and facilities were amazing. Staff are very helpful and accommodating

The staff was very accommodating, attentive and friendly. The rooms with access to the private pool were really nice.

Peninsula Resort & Spa
★★★★

★★★★

8.6

Superb

(1607 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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"The hotel is huge, very clean. Food was available all the time, so we were never hungry. Very nice beaches and pools. Me and partner were lucky to get the room with private pool:) Especially I want to say big thanks to staff of the hotel. They were..." (9/10)

Heated poolSalt-water poolEvening entertainmentRestaurantTerraceConcierge serviceMassage servicesSauna

1 room type with pool access available

Superior Sea View Room With Private Pool

More 8 room types available

Double Or Twin Room With Mountain View

Double Or Twin Room With Sea View

Two-Bedroom Bungalow With Sea View

8.6

Superb

1607 reviews

The hotel is huge, very clean. Food was available all the time, so we were never hungry. Very nice beaches and pools. Me and partner were lucky to get the room with private pool:) Especially I want to say big thanks to staff of the hotel. They were extremely helpful and friendly!

The first time we had a room with a private pool, it was amazing. We love to stay at your place, the location, and the food. This time we would like to express our gratitude to the hotel staff for their amazing support through our difficulties and health issues during the stay, Thank you ♥

Perfect hotel. Wonderful location, breathtaking view, very high quality food, courteous and helpful staff, the stay at the hotel was magical. The room with a private pool is perfect. Thank you and we will be back soon.

I loved everything about the hotel. The staff were friendly and food was good. The room was amazing, really loved the private pool and the view of the ocean.

Wonderful. Had room with private pool and spectacular view. Loved it and look forward to returning.

T Hotel Premium Suites
★★★★

★★★★

8.7

Superb

(467 reviews)

Balíon

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"Fantastic location, situated within a valley surrounded by mountains. Our apartment with swim up pool was East facing so you have sun all morning through to 2pm." (9/10)

Swim-up roomRestaurantTerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesFamily roomsJapanese gardenScuba diving on site

1 room type with pool access available

Two-Bedroom Suite Swim Up - Pool View

More 2 room types available

Economy Suite - Pool View

Two-Bedroom Suite Upper Floor - Pool View

8.7

Superb

467 reviews

Fantastic location, situated within a valley surrounded by mountains. Our apartment with swim up pool was East facing so you have sun all morning through to 2pm.

Lovely swim up pool, relaxing feeling and beautiful scenery

We had an appartment with a "private" pool which was super nice. This hotel is an excellent choice for chilling, drinking and soak in the sun. The town right next to it is charming and has nice beaches, lots of restaurant.

Spacious, clean, modern swim up suite. Nice, quiet, overseas view location. Pleasant ambiance at restaurant to enjoy some refreshing drinks or coffee. Good varieties all inclusive options. Lovely pool area, always with some nice background music. Private parking. Great service, whole stuff service on high level, specially Mr. Stelios. Big thanks to all of them.

Really lovely accommodation. We didn’t have the greatest weather but the swim up pool was lovely even in the rain! Spacious apartments and a really handy shuttle down into Bali. The staff were very helpful. The food was good not the biggest range of options but what was there was lovely and fresh. We would definitely stay again.

Filion Suites Resort & Spa
★★★★★

★★★★★

8.4

Very good

(915 reviews)

Balíon

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"we had the sugar villa which was beautiful. private pool with everything you could possibly want and need." (10/10)

Evening entertainmentRestaurantTerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesSaunaFamily roomsHot tub/Jacuzzi

2 room types with pool access available

Two-Bedroom Villa With Private Pool & Kitchen - Pool View

Four-Bedroom Villa With Private Pool & Kitchen - Pool View

More 4 room types available

One-Bedroom Suite - Pool View

Superior Double Room - Pool View

8.4

Very good

915 reviews

we had the sugar villa which was beautiful. private pool with everything you could possibly want and need.

We stayed in a villa with private pool. The villa was massive with full kitchen. 4 bathrooms with showers. Loads of food and variety in buffet. Best thing is freshly squeezed orange juice machine. Staff generally friendly and helpful. Plenty of car parking. Very comfy beds soft matress.

We had all inclusive and the breakfast, lunch and dinner were really good. Variety of foods where you could choose and also local specialities. The room view was really nice, you could see even the sea from it (this isn't possible from most of the rooms though). Really nice that you could have alcohol free drinks from the pool bar - our kid loved the fruitpunch :D Traditional Greek music in the evening show was really impressive, we liked it a lot! Beautiful hotel and nice pools. Friendly personnel. Good space for parking. Nice that you could have free sunbeds from the Bali Beach as hotel customer.

Staff are fabulous. lovely views from the restaurant to Bali which is a great little beach resort. food was good and plentiful. Pool bar had a great vibe and we had a villa with a pool which was gorgeous .

The staff was very kind, ,especially Regena ,Asef working at the reception. Vasillus,Vaggelis, working at the pool bar. The mountins and the pool scenary was incredible, Lovely place for chilling.

Malena Hotel & Suites - Adults Only by Omilos Hotels
★★★★

★★★★

8.4

Very good

(1258 reviews)

Amoudara Herakliou

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"Loved our room with private pool, very comfy pool bed to use during the day. Staff were very friendly. Yummy breakfast options with range of snacks to purchase during the day. Walking distance to large supermarket and restaurants near by...." (10/10)

Swim-up roomAdult onlyRestaurantTerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesSaunaSpa services

2 room types with pool access available

Suite With Private Heated Pool

More 4 room types available

Executive Room With Jacuzzi - Pool View

Superior Room - City View

8.4

Very good

1258 reviews

Loved our room with private pool, very comfy pool bed to use during the day. Staff were very friendly. Yummy breakfast options with range of snacks to purchase during the day. Walking distance to large supermarket and restaurants near by.

This was an amazing experience. The hotel is soooo cool. Adults only. Private pool. Shared Pool. Jacuzzi. 5 min walk from the beach and the staff will do anything to make your stay perfect. 15 min from the airport,

The room was very large and well equipped. The private pool in the room was fantastic. The check-in and check-out process went smoothly. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The cats were very cute.

Very friendly staff. Lovely private pool.

Beautiful hotel in great location! We enjoyed the private pool, and cabana. Room very comfortable , delicious breakfast each morning with lots of variety Staff very friendly and helpful Large pool with plenty of lounge chairs and comfortable cabanas Lots of parking Easy access to bus to City centre right in front of hotel Short walk to beautiful beach! We loved everything

Castello Infinity Suites - Adults Only
★★★★★

★★★★★

9.2

Outstanding

(226 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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"Our stay at the Castello was fantastic. The room is very nice and luxurious. The private pool on the balcony is really big and pleasant to spend an afternoon, it’s really not just a gimmick. The hotel’s restaurant is very good with a great view on..." (10/10)

Swim-up roomAdult onlyRestaurantTerraceConcierge serviceMassage servicesHot tub/JacuzziJapanese garden

10 room types with pool access available

Aquamarine Suite With Outdoor Heated Plunge Pool & Hydromassage - Pool View

Aquamarine Suite With Outdoor Heated Plunge Pool & Hydromassage - Sea View

Black Pearl Maisonette With Outdoor Heated Plunge Pool & Hydromassage - Pool View

Emerald Executive Suite With Outdoor Heated Plunge Pool & Hydromassage - Sea View

9.2

Outstanding

226 reviews

Our stay at the Castello was fantastic. The room is very nice and luxurious. The private pool on the balcony is really big and pleasant to spend an afternoon, it’s really not just a gimmick. The hotel’s restaurant is very good with a great view on the sea. And the staff is very friendly and helpful.

Without a doubt a magnificent experience to spend my last days of vacation in this boutique hotel. Very attentive and warm staff, very well equipped and brand new hotel. Large rooms with private pool. Recommended 100%. Thank you very much for the great stay we had with my girlfriend.

Great location! The hotel was really nice and the staff was great. Dimitra helped us a lot and was very knowledgeable and professional. The private pool was great. We enjoyed that it was adults only as we were on our honeymoon. Lots of dining nearby

Fantastic hotel. The room was absolutely stunning with duplex split level, stunning design and decor plus outdoor private plunge pool. Topped off by great staff, and a very welcoming hotel manager. Superb! Definitely recommended.

Everything was great. Great breakfast, beautiful room with private pool, excellent service by staff. Loved it!

Ethereal White Resort Hotel & Spa
★★★★★

★★★★★

9.5

Exceptional

(107 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"The hotel was amazing!! The staff were SUPER friendly, helpful and efficient! They were happy & willing to help with all questions and enquiries! The Room was a SMART Room so we could do everything on a tablet without leaving the bed…lol and the..." (10/10)

Adult onlyHeated poolRestaurantTerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesSauna

2 room types with pool access available

Junior Suite With Private Pool - City View

Luxury Suite With Private Pool - City View

More 4 room types available

Deluxe Double Pool-Front - Pool View

Deluxe Double Room - City View

9.5

Exceptional

107 reviews

The hotel was amazing!! The staff were SUPER friendly, helpful and efficient! They were happy & willing to help with all questions and enquiries! The Room was a SMART Room so we could do everything on a tablet without leaving the bed…lol and the private pool/Jaccuzi was a bonus! The city centre was less than a 5min walk from the hotel, with a variety of places to eat (food was delicious) and night spots! I booked a 50min deep tissue massage for my birthday with the in hotel Spa and absolutely LOVED IT! It was worth every penny! All facilities in the Hotel and Spa were clean and beautiful! I would definitely go back and highly recommend the hotel to anyone!!

The staff were amazing and really cared for us for our every need, recommended places to visit, and made us special drinks for our liking in the morning breakfast. The room was big and beautiful with a smart TV that connects to the phone so you can watch whatever you like at night. The pool and the breeze at the top of the hotel were magnificent, fun, and relaxing. The pool and spa at the bottom level were still under construction because the hotel is new but it looks beautiful and feels luxurious. In addition, we had to stay longer because of a delay to our flight and the hotel gave us a discount for an extra night. *Sorry for not taking pictures of the room we actually didn't have one without us inside. but the room looks exactly like in the hotel photos

It is a gorgeous property, every detail is beautiful. The staff went above and beyond from the very first day when we got lost, and the bell man came to where we were and directed us to the property. We also love that there was parking right in front of the hotel. Breakfast was so delicious, we ate too much, but it would usually carry us through dinner. Our room had a balcony and on the balcony there was a Jacuzzi pool, very fun! The hotel also has a rooftop bar and pool. We loved every moment of our stay at this Beautifully run new hotel.

Very comfortable hotel with great personnel and facilities. Filled outstanding from check-in until the check-out. Very tasty and varied breakfast in the cozy dining area. Nice pool on the roof with bar service. The pool is large enough. The room was good equipped, and we found everything we needed. Clean, compliment water every day, coffee machine, large bed, very clever system of lights, and even a small balcony. Strongly recommend!

Very close to the centre. Amazing pool and jacuzzi facilities that you got for 1hr each day (must book a time with the spa receptionist) along with a 15min free spa treatment. To use the sauna and steam room this is an extra cost, all this ensures that the pool and spa is never over crowded. The breakfast was superb. Friendly bar and spa staff. Room was large and very comfortable.

Acro Wellness Suites - Adults Only
★★★★★

★★★★★

9.4

Outstanding

(60 reviews)

Malevizi

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"This hotel is the best place to go for calmness and an escape of life. The staff were friendly and always provided a professional approach. The food at the restaurant was excellent and our room was just perfect. I would recommend a car hire if you..." (8/10)

Swim-up roomTerraceFitness facilitiesFull-service spaGardenSauna24-hour front deskFree breakfast

7 room types with pool access available

Loft (Sea View With Private Pool)

Cave Suite (Sea View With Private Pool)

Wave Suite (Sea View With Private Pool)

Sunset Villa (1 Bedroom Sea View Villa With Private Infinity Glass Pool)

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Summer House

Grand Summer House

9.4

Outstanding

60 reviews

This hotel is the best place to go for calmness and an escape of life. The staff were friendly and always provided a professional approach. The food at the restaurant was excellent and our room was just perfect. I would recommend a car hire if you stay here. It’s out of the way of anything walkable and therefore if you plan to leave the hotel then a car is a must including popping to the local supermarket. I found for a five star hotel, having extras would be good such as the mini bar for the price you pay. €5 for a small Coke and a €10 charge for room service seemed a little steep. The restaurant isn’t the cheapest but well worth the money. Breakfast was excellent, a choice from the menu and buffet so awesome choice. We booked in to play tennis which was great. The gym is 24/7 but very limited in terms of equipment. As someone who goes to the gym regularly, I found that it was quite low level in terms of equipment. The only other negative would be the day we were due to check out our pool was emptied. We check out at 12:00hrs as our flight wasn’t until 23:00hrs so wanted to make the most of our private pool. However having woken up early, we found our pool to be emptied only for it to be filled by the time we had to check out. I would definitely come back here for the calm and the excellent service you receive here.

This place was amazing! Definitely the nicest lodging I have ever stayed in. We stayed in the Gaia suite which had an infinity pool that overlooked the ocean directly off of the cliff. The staff was incredibly nice and helped with anything we needed. The only downside I can even think of is that the food and drinks were expensive, but it makes sense for a place as nice as Acro. However, On our way out, they gave us a free lunch box with a sandwich and fruit - so thoughtful! We also did a couples massage and I was disappointed to find out that we couldn’t use the bathhouse after. I can’t wait to come back to Crete someday and will definitely stay here!

This place is somewhat in a league of its own. Incredibly stylish with beautiful rooms which come with their own sitting area and pool. The whole feeling of the report is of calm and relaxation. The food in the restaurants is excellent, the service is great and the gym facilities spotless and stylish. On top of this the staff are the nicest and most attentive (if you require) of anywhere we have been. I cannot recommend Acro enough and really hope to return soon.

They should have communicated that they need 48 hour prior notice to get the outside pool heated. ! Not wait for me to possibly notice it on their website.

Not all 5-star hotels are the same. I have stayed at other 5-star hotels including in Crete. I think Acro is above and beyond a 5-star hotel because it is unique and outstanding. Acro Wellness Suites is just Exceptional! My stay at Acro for about a week from June 11-June 18th was above and beyond my expectations; it was a wonderful and great experience. My stay felt like a month rather than a week because I was enjoying every moment. The hospitality and service was awesome. The outdoor views from my suite and outside of Acro are breathtaking! All the staff at Acro are friendly, courteous, kind and they always made me feel like one of their own and my stay comfortable like home except with a much much better experience because they are always at your disposal. The staff and my stay at Acro made my visit to Crete worth it and memorable by making it much more fun, friendly, and enjoyable. Whenever I needed something or a special request, I enjoyed and loved communicating with the reception staff without picking up the suite phone--if you stay at Acro, you will find out what I mean.....). I'm divorced and, if I get married again, I will do my honeymoon at Acro. I have no complaints because I was always happy at Acro. Once again, thank you Acro and to all the wonderful staff for a great and memorable experience. I can't wait to come back again!

Bali Star Resort Hotel
★★★

★★★

9.3

Outstanding

(15 reviews)

Mylopotamos

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"We had a great time at the Bali Star. It is a smaller family run hotel and you really got the impression that the owners and staff actually cared about their guests. The rooms and facilities were well kept and very clean. The pool was a big hit with..." (10/10)

Swim-up roomTerraceFull-service spaGardenOutdoor pool - seasonal24-hour front deskEcotours nearbyFree breakfast

5 room types with pool access available

Maisonette Suite With Private Pool - Garden View

Junior Suite, Private Pool, Sea Front - Beach View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool, Sea Front - Beach View

Junior Suite, Pool Access, Garden Or Side Sea View

More 7 room types available

Junior Suite

Junior Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Sea Front - Beach View

9.3

Outstanding

15 reviews

We had a great time at the Bali Star. It is a smaller family run hotel and you really got the impression that the owners and staff actually cared about their guests. The rooms and facilities were well kept and very clean. The pool was a big hit with our kids and we could always find a spare lounger. The breakfast was decent and offered a considerable array of choices which varied slightly over our 8 night stay. The walk to the beach takes just a few minutes where there are a few restaurants and bars. Bali itself is not the most elegant of places from an aesthetic point of view, the the Bali Star was a little oasis of style (as is Club Mambo, ostensibly part of Bali Star - which is located right on the beach).

Nous avons séjourné dans 5 hôtels différents lors de notre séjour en Grèce, et Bali Star était notre dernier hôtel. Nous avions réservé une chambre avec vue sur mer, et nous avons eu l’agréable surprise d’avoir été surclassés dans la meilleure suite de l’établissement. Un énorme merci à Bali Star, nous avons pu terminer notre séjour en beauté. La suite était dotée : d’une sublime terrasse avec piscine privative vue sur mer et deux transats, une deuxième terrasse encore plus grande. Un salon ainsi qu’une suite parentale, deux douches ainsi que deux WC. Le personnel était souriant et agréable, plein d’activités étaient proposées sur place : des activités nautiques, une structure gonflable pour les enfants. Un parking gratuit est mis à disposition des clients. La propreté de l’établissement était irréprochable. Le petit-déjeuner qualitatif et varié. Plusieurs restaurants sont accessibles à proximité, nous avons beaucoup apprécié le restaurant de l’hôtel Mambo. Bali Star offrait de meilleurs prestations qu’un 5 étoiles où nous avions eu l’occasion de séjourner à Athènes. Nous reviendrons à coup sûr, car nous avons eu un coup de cœur pour la suite, qui vaut largement son coût. Les enfants ont pu passer un séjour inoubliable.

Wir waren rundum sehr zufrieden. Das Personal war stets gut gelaunt, sympathisch und zuvorkommend. Die Hotelanlage bot viele Möglichkeiten, war top gepflegt und wir haben jedes Mal direkt am Hotel einen Parkplatz gefunden. Insbesondere für Ausflüge in alle Richtungen, ist das Hotel zentral und praktisch gelegen. Auch im direkten Umfeld des Hotels gibt es alles, was das Herz begehrt. Das Frühstück war vielfältig, frisch und lecker. Das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis ist absolut gut und wir können es nur weiterempfehlen.

Mon séjour c’est très bien passer le personnels au petit soin les locaux impeccable propre. les femmes de ménage adorable serviable propre au niveau de la nourriture une variété plus importante serait bien. Par contre beaucoup de famille donc beaucoup de poussette une rampe serait plus agréable plus facile que les escalier . Les serveurs au top

Très bon séjour dans l'hotel Balistar, chambre bien insonorisée et au calme. Hotel bien situé proche de la plage et du village.Personnel efficace, sympathique et à l'écoute. Bonne qualité des plats servis au restaurant.

TUI Magic Life Candia Maris - Adults Only
★★★★★

★★★★★

9

Outstanding

(39 reviews)

Amoudara Herakliou

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"Everything is great. We enjoyed everything at the hotel, the food is delicious and the staff is very nice. We had a double room with a private pool, we really liked it. We planned to stay for one night, but after we tried the hotel, we booked one..." (10/10)

Swim-up roomAdult onlyHeated poolEvening entertainmentRestaurantTerraceMassage servicesSauna

2 room types with pool access available

Deluxe Suite With Private Pool & Sea View

Deluxe Double Or Twin Room With Pool Access - Pool View

More 9 room types available

Deluxe Double Room With Pool - Pool View

Presidential Suite - Sea View

9

Outstanding

39 reviews

Everything is great. We enjoyed everything at the hotel, the food is delicious and the staff is very nice. We had a double room with a private pool, we really liked it. We planned to stay for one night, but after we tried the hotel, we booked one more night

We visited just 2 days after the start of the season and stayed for 7 days. The hotel was very well maintained compared to some other Mediterranean locations we've stayed in. The food at the main restaurant had some daily variation with some themes days in between. The quality of the food was always great, especially the local vegetables and meat / fish on offer. Do try the Flavor restaurant with the wine pairing if you can, it's a great way to get away from the chaos that buffets can sometimes be. We loved the onsite gym which is on par if not above some dedicated gyms in terms of equipment variety & quality. The fitness activities are also great! I can recommend the bike tours offered by the hotel, the mountain and road bikes they have are very well maintained and even for me at 2.07m tall there was something available. Give the archery course a try! Hendrick did a great job at explaining everything and helping us improve over time! Hotel staff was incredibly friendly and helpful any time of day and no matter the question. The guest service will try to accommodate any request you might have. Overall we loved our stay at Candia Maris and will definitely come back next year for another relaxing holiday.

It was fantastic! The staff couldn’t have been friendlier, such a home from home. The resort is huge which means that even though there are a lot of people it doesn’t feel busy. There are so many different areas to explore and it’s in a brilliant location just 10 minutes drive from Heraklion. The food was brilliant, which isn’t always the case in an all inclusive. So much variety, really delicious and very good at catering for allergies.

The staff was amazing! So kind and helpful. We really enjoyed all of the amenities too. The beach was beautiful but windy some days. It still felt lovely to lay out! And the food was wonderful.

Great activities and great entertainment staff. I was pleasantly surprised how super the solo traveller experience was. Great credit to Ami and Mel.

Blue Bay Resort Hotel
★★★★

★★★★

8.4

Very good

(164 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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"The hotel was in an amazing location, with kind and accommodating staff. The food choices for all three meals were great. The pool and the poolside bar were amazing. Overall, such a great hotel and would resonant to others." (10/10)

Salt-water poolEvening entertainmentRestaurantTerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesSauna

1 room type with pool access available

Luxury Double Room With Sea View And Private Pool

More 8 room types available

Double Room With Sea View- Main Building

Executive Double Room With Sea View

Double Room With Side Sea View Or Garden View - Annex

8.4

Very good

164 reviews

The hotel was in an amazing location, with kind and accommodating staff. The food choices for all three meals were great. The pool and the poolside bar were amazing. Overall, such a great hotel and would resonant to others.

Nice staff, all inclusive food was well cooked with quality and good variety. Pools not over crowded (beginning of July). Nice view from pool/bar and bedrooms

Nice hotel with comfortable rooms. The staffs were extremely friendly and very helpful. The pools were nice and the bars by the pool well located. The hotel asked for our feedback half way through our trip and within a few hours our feedback was taking into consideration. The sea is only about 10mins walk away.

The food, the pool, the staff and this amazing view

We stayed in end of May 2025. The food as part of the all inclusive was “excellent”. So much variety and and there were new dishes on the menu for lunches and dinners. All inclusive wines, beers and at least 20 cocktails made with wines, ouza and Raki was included at the pool bar as part of the all inclusive deal. The quality of the meals was excellent and the restaurant staff were amazing. Special thanks for George and Viktoria at the Restaurant for making our staff welcoming. Huge thanks for the Head Chef for the amazing dishes. We also had amazing views from our balcony. Beds were comfy. The hotel had entertaining shows every night.

Out Of The Blue Resort & Spa
★★★★★

★★★★★

7.8

Good

(264 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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"the best part were the beach and the private pool." (10/10)

Evening entertainmentRestaurantTerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesSaunaSpa services

3 room types with pool access available

Emerald Villa Four-Bedroom With Private Pool - Pool View

Exclusive Junior Suite With Private Jacuzzi Or Pool - Sea View

Exclusive Two-Bedroom Maisonette With Individual Pool

More 15 room types available

Family Standard One-Bedroom Suite - Pool View

Family Room Open Plan - Pool View

7.8

Good

264 reviews

the best part were the beach and the private pool.

This is my second time at this resort This resort is a paradise with beautiful grounds, beaches, and our 3 bedroom apartment with private pool was amazing . The staff are wonderful,very helpful and kind ,always with a smile

We were a family of 3 adults, with breakfast and a private pool. The staff is kind and especially thanks to Stella. The restaurants have a very rich breakfast. The location is excellent and accessible to a pampering private beach. A variety of restaurants and a supermarket inside and outside the hotel, it's easy to go on star trips. Gorgeous view. Already very pleasant. We highly recommend the resort

Very good staff, trying to make your stay the best. I had problems with my room, but there were no problems changing it. Clean rooms. Good beds. Different towels are provided for the beach. Because it was almost the end of the season, there were no problems with sunbeds neither near the sea nor near the pool. (The pool was not heated). View from the room was stunning. The surroudings are very nice.

Super friendly and helpful staff. Excellent food quality and choices on the all inclusive program. Beautiful location with plenty options for pool swimming, including specific children swimming pools and slides, and private beach with really good facilities and calm water to swim.

Blue Bay Resort Hotel
★★★★

★★★★

8.4

Very good

(51 reviews)

Malevizi

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"Lovely resort, a bit remote, but if you want a relaxing time then it’s perfect. Only 30 minutes to Heraklion airport by taxi and slightly longer to the town by local bus. Good choice of pools and plenty of available sun beds. Stayed all inclusive..." (10/10)

TerraceWedding servicesConcierge serviceFitness facilitiesFull-service spaGardenSaunaOutdoor pool - seasonal

1 room type with pool access available

Luxury Room, Private Pool, Sea View

More 8 room types available

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View ,With Outdoor Jacuzzi (Main Building)

Family Suite, Sea View

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View, Annex Building

8.4

Very good

51 reviews

Lovely resort, a bit remote, but if you want a relaxing time then it’s perfect. Only 30 minutes to Heraklion airport by taxi and slightly longer to the town by local bus. Good choice of pools and plenty of available sun beds. Stayed all inclusive and the choice of food and drink was good. There was a fair selection of evening entertainment on site. Would visit again.

10min walk to a beach where there are some restaurants and supermarkets. 10min drive to a PADI diving center. You can also relax by the pool. The full board price is 25 euro per day which is quite reasonable. You can also enjoy the sunset in the bar!

Sehr freundliches Personal; toll ausgestattete Zimmer; Ausblick aufs Meer; Zimmer und Poolanlagen sauber; Essen abwechslungsreich und gut

Jättefint hotell där det mesta är toppen. Vi hade ett familjerum i huvudbyggnaden o det var jättefint. Frukosten var kanon. Luncherna sisådär. Ungarna hittade inte så mycket att äta så dem gick ner till poolbaren o åt pizza. Middagarna var toppen. Showerna som dem hade varje kväll var toppen o ungarna var helnjöda. Det negativa var att det var en lång backe ner till havet o det var ganska halt i vattnet då det var stora stenblock i hela området. Att dem inte hade några drinkar. Borde finnas kanske några stycken att välja på. Tråkigt att dem inte spelar grekisk musik då det är det man vill höra när man är där o inte popmusik som man lyssnar på resten av året. Ganska långt ifrån dem fina stränderna ifall man vill se dem. Tog 3 timmar till Elafonissi o lina lång tid till Balos.

Had a lovely week. We were on B&B terms although most of the hotel seemed to be on an all inclusive basis. Breakfasts were ok, reasonable selection, seen worse. We had quiet rooms in a annex up the hill from the main hotel. Just as well as the permanent disco music blaring out around the main pool would have been very disturbing. We had to ask the hotel staff to do a few minor things but they responded well. Great views across the bay.

Atlantica Akti Zeus Hotel
★★★★

★★★★

8.3

Very good

(44 reviews)

Amoudara Herakliou

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"Food was very rich, diverse and tasty, with a great view to the sea. Pools, water slides, and beach areas are very nice and comfortable. Entertainment was relevant, I liked the live music in the evenings, sport activities." (10/10)

Swim-up roomEvening entertainmentRestaurantTerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceEntertainment staffFamily rooms

2 room types with pool access available

Double Room Swim Up Inland View

Family Room Swim Up Inland View

More 5 room types available

Triple Room Inland View

Family Room Inland View

8.3

Very good

44 reviews

Food was very rich, diverse and tasty, with a great view to the sea. Pools, water slides, and beach areas are very nice and comfortable. Entertainment was relevant, I liked the live music in the evenings, sport activities.

Very clean and well kept. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was excellent considering the numbers being catered for, ice cream very good quality. Snack bar was great, we never went for formal lunch. Large pool was great, beach was good; there are some rocks initially but they’re manageable. The all-inclusive beer was fine, clearly weak but refreshing and you don’t want strong stuff when people are starting at 11 am. Water park was very good.

The resort was fine: friendly staff, a lot of activities, many restaurants and bars, very good food, every evening they had tematic dinner, nice night parties for kids and adults, low level for sea water - good for families with kids.

The hotel is beautiful, inviting. The staff is exceptionally kind, the food is delicious and varied. Excellent water park. The kids really enjoyed it. Easy access to the sea. Clean and tidy private beach. pleasure!

The hotel was very nice and clean The staff was kindly Food was very good, excellent food verity Dars and sitting eria

Athina Palace Resort & Spa
★★★★★

★★★★★

8

Very good

(114 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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"Despite what some reviews might say, this is a fantastic hotel. It has views to die for, a wonderful setting, great food, great staff, a spa, a gym, two pool areas with bars, a beach bar, an indoor bar and a delightful, bonus a la carte..." (10/10)

Infinity poolRestaurantTerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesSpa servicesFamily rooms

2 room types with pool access available

Family Room with Private Pool Sea View

Maisonette Sea View with Private Pool

More 11 room types available

Family Room with Sharing Pool Sea View

Maisonette Sea View with sharing Pool

8

Very good

114 reviews

Despite what some reviews might say, this is a fantastic hotel. It has views to die for, a wonderful setting, great food, great staff, a spa, a gym, two pool areas with bars, a beach bar, an indoor bar and a delightful, bonus a la carte restaurant. My wife and I had a wonderful, relaxing two weeks here. I mean, yes, if you don't like the thought of walking hundreds of steps per day (the hotel is built onto a cliff-side hence the views) then you're it's not for you. We saw it as a way of off-setting the enormous amounts of food. However, you can order a mini-bus at the dial of a phone to pick you up and move you around this extensive resort. The beach is small but private and virtually exclusive. The water is clear,I safe and there is a life guard on duty. The entertainment could be better; if you are into big, animation then this is limited but the small team do work hard. However, if you like your holiday quiet then this it is perfect at the 'quiet' pool. Just a final word, this is an international hotel, not your average Brit style resort and this means many nationalities. It seems to be a particular favourite with Russians so if you like the 'fish and chips by the sea' type holiday this isn't that. It was fun to watch world cup games here.

Nice hotel built onto the cliff,with three pools and a small sandy beach.It had a good size,comfortable rooms with great views.Bathroom was quite dated but clean,with lovely toiletries provided so there was no need to bring anything.It had a main restaurant,where breakfast and dinner was served and A la carte restaurant that you could book once (highly recommend it).Main restaurant had a great choice of fresh fruit,salads,grilled meats,fish,olives and cheese for people like me,who don't eat chips and spaghetti on holiday.However drinks choice was a let down-no fresh juices at the restaurant,just those sugary mixers,and you had to pay for one at the bar!Also they charged for international drinks and wine and we had to pay for drinks after 11pm!Facilities were good.Three pools to choose from,two of them quiet ones and one with usual entertainment.Beach was small but very clean and lovely.There were three bars too,one of them at the beach.Three tennis courts were available too.Service of staff was ok,except Despina at the main restaurant and Sofia at the beach bar,who were fantastic!Always smiling and friendly but quick.As hotel is built on a cliff it might not be suitable for elderly people or people with very small children as there are steep hills and lots of stairs to take to go from rooms to reception and beach.However there is a free shuttle bus going up and down every 15 min or so that many people used.

We were hesitant to book given some of the ropey reviews, however from the moment we arrived our doubts disappeared. 5 star customer service from checking in to checking out, the reception staff were very good, even when busy they ensured everyone was looked after quickly (often in 3 or 4 different languages too). The hotel has 4 different bars and in every one the staff were excellent also, in particular the lady at the beach bar who made everyone feel very welcome. Some of the reviews point out the size of the hotel (around 700 rooms i think) which can make it hard work to get from one area to the next if your room is near the beach and furthest from the hotel, whilst this isn't ideal the amazing flowering plants not to mention the weather (in October) made the journey pleasant. There is a courtesy bus to and from the hotel to beach, but as it's 5 minutes down and 10 or so up, we tended to enjoy the walk. The beach although small had great facilities and excellent snorkelling potential, and as we booked in October there was plenty space too. Please don't let any reviews put you off this hotel, yes it's on a hill, yes it probably isn't 5 star because of the rooms and wifi and basic entertainment, however the service, location, views, pools, beach, and food were incredible - great value for money in my view.

The staff are amazing - always friendly and cheerful, within special mention for Dionysus in the restaurant and Tina in the spa! The food offered in the all-inclusive is varied and of excellent quality. This was one of the reasons we returned to stay having heard many other hotels offering all-inclusive fall down on this. The hotel has undergone a number of improvements recently in its accommodation and facilities and the grounds are well maintained. The accommodation is built in a village style down the hillside to the blue flag beach, allowing the guests to wander around the resort without feeling crowded and due to the number of steps a great way to work off all the delicious food! The only negative comment would be the volume of music payed at the main pool area. Not all guests enjoy the high volume clubbing beat all day but may want to participate in the organised activities, restaurant and spa. The age range of guests is wide with families, teenagers to older couples. Thank you for a wonderful stay. We will definitely be back!

The reviews below initially put me off booking, but am very glad I chose to stay here in the end. The staff are excellent (shout out to the two Andrei's), the food buffets delicious and the various pools, beaches, games facilities are the perfect setting for a few nights of relaxation. Really lives up to its 5 star status.

Ethereal White Resort Hotel & Spa
★★★★★

★★★★★

8.1

Very good

(20 reviews)

Heraklion

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"We just checked in after traveling from Athens and walking around all day in the heat and we were all so excited to go up on the roof and have a drink and float in the pool, which was one of the main reasons I booked this hotel. Well, we get up here..." (8/10)

Swim-up roomSaunaTurkish bath/HammamOutdoor pool - seasonalCouples/private dining24-hour front deskCoworking spacesFree breakfast

2 room types with pool access available

Luxury Suite With Plunge Pool - Pool View

Junior Suite With Plunge Pool - Pool View

More 4 room types available

Deluxe Double Room Pool Front - Pool View

Deluxe Double Room

8.1

Very good

20 reviews

We just checked in after traveling from Athens and walking around all day in the heat and we were all so excited to go up on the roof and have a drink and float in the pool, which was one of the main reasons I booked this hotel. Well, we get up here in our bathing suits and they said the pool closed at 7pm! Really?!? The bartender was very sweet and asked her manager and he said “no” that this is the policy! Well I actually work in the hospitality business and I tell you if they are trying to be 5 star, good luck! Btw, no one is even here! The hotel seems empty. Well in all fairness, this is a premature review, hopefully I will redo it with a more fair and balanced one! I’m just annoyed and so is my 18 year old son! Ugh!

Very modern hotel and room. The room was a bit small, but comfort was great. Bathroom and shower were a bit special, the shower was open in the room...so everything wet when you take a shower. When we looked out of the window we saw a staircase. Sometimes a bit noisy from dogs barking outside...but it is Greece. We arrived on the 31st of march and stayed only for a few nights. On Booking we read that the outside pool would open from the 1st of April, the weather was great...but pool was not ready. That was a bit disappointing, but compensated by the manager with a spa treatment. Nice options at breakfast, but few guests, so not enough rotation of the products. The orange juice was fresh, but not always, sometimes with concentrate.

Brand new beautifully executed smart hotel in the heart of Heraklion! A family group of twelve stayed here while traveling to Crete, Paros and Athens and this was a favorite. We only stayed one night but loved our visit. The hotel is modern and classic at the same time with beautiful marble finishes. When our group arrived, we were greeted at reception to sign in on iPads. Afterwards, several of us were upgraded gratis to luxury rooms. It was over hundred degrees in Heraklion so we headed up to the rooftop pool and bar which had a view of the distant sea. It was a perfect way to ride out the heatwave. The AC was superb, the bed amazingly comfortable with crisp clean linens. The shower was huge as was the double vanity sink. There were robes, slippers, a coffee and tea maker, a safe and iron. There was even a small private balcony to hang our wet bathing suits out to dry. It is located within walking distance of the lion fountain with many nearby restaurants and shops. We highly recommend this hotel. And hope to return.

The hotel is located in a quite area at the center of Heraklio, walking distance to the restaurants, cafes and bars . It's a brand new hotel that provides whatever the guest would like to feel comfortable. Very friendly staff, nice clean rooms , very good restaurant , very good breakfast, beautiful spa with heated swimming pool Jacuzzi, sauna and high technology in the rooms since it's the first smart hotel in Crete, the Ethereal Whitel Resort has absolutely everything !

An outstanding hotel, wonderful staff and excellent facilities. The spa is wonderful, a long pool and my wife and so both had a very good massage. Our room was very high tech and very spacious, light and comfortable. Excellent breakfast with a full range of food. Also very good value.

Resol Hotel
★★★★

★★★★

7.3

Good

(129 reviews)

Balíon

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Just 50 metres from the beach, in Bali, Resol Hotel features a free-form pool, buffet style restaurant and a bar. It offers air-conditioned rooms with sea or pool views. Rooms at Lisa Mari open out to a private balcony and come with a satellite TV...

Pool barPool with viewRestaurantTerraceBarGardenMassage servicesSpa services

1 room type with pool access available

Exclusive Double Room with Private Pool

More 5 room types available

Standard Double Room

Superior Double Room

" wonderful suite with private pool excellent design of the new area - pool bar and restaurant in the new area are not open yet - breakfast does not match the quality of the new hotel facility But we are sure it will be a fantastic place once the..." (10/10)

7.3

Good

129 reviews

Happy Cretan Suites

9.8

Exceptional

(134 reviews)

Malevizi

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TerraceWedding servicesConcierge serviceFitness facilitiesGardenSnorkeling on siteCouples/private dining24-hour front desk

2 room types with pool access available

Cave Suite Private Pool With Garden View

Cave Suite Private Pool With Sea View

More 8 room types available

Deluxe Suite, Sea View

Superior Suite, Sea View

9.8

Exceptional

134 reviews

wonderful suite with private pool excellent design of the new area - pool bar and restaurant in the new area are not open yet - breakfast does not match the quality of the new hotel facility But we are sure it will be a fantastic place once the whole new area is open next year! Highly recommended!

This is an absolute must-stay property. It is gorgeous, the rooms are impeccably clean and modern with so many small touches. The staff is beyond compare and made us feel like family. The food is amazing and the free breakfast was plentiful and delicious. We loved every aspect of our stay and will stay here again if the opportunity allows. Splurge for the suites with the private pool if you can. You will not regret it, I promise.

The rooms were stunning, we had a private pool and it was so worth it! The views from everywhere in the hotel are gorgeous. Clean rooms, luxurious and comfortable! The only downside is that it is away from the main city but we were ok with that since we mostly wanted to have a relaxing couple of days before the next leg of our honeymoon! Highly recommend :)

The hotel has the most amazing staff, the food is great and the location is just a great peaceful hideout from the city... Highly recommended. We took the cave suite with private pool in june, it was quiet and nice and nearly no one gets near the suite expect for the cleaning lady! Great for our honey moon

Spectacular view, not too far from the airport. Wonderful room, clean and spacious, we got a room with private pool and sea view. Nice beaches close by. Strongly recommend getting a rental car to move around. Stay on the main roads!!! Food at the hotel could be better (breakfastis is ok), you are better off finding restaurants to eat out for dinner.

Alsus Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

9.2

Outstanding

(207 reviews)

Amoudara Herakliou

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"Super nice room with a private pool, the main pool area and restaurant were incredible as well. All of the staff were so nice!" (10/10)

Infinity poolAdult onlyHeated poolEvening entertainmentRestaurantTerraceConcierge serviceMassage services

1 room type with pool access available

Majestic Suite With Private Pool - Garden View

More 2 room types available

Exclusive Junior Suite With Pool View

Exclusive Suite With Side Sea View

9.2

Outstanding

207 reviews

Super nice room with a private pool, the main pool area and restaurant were incredible as well. All of the staff were so nice!

Beautiful hotel, gorgeous rooms, staff pleasant and helpful. Close to beach, bus stop and Tavernas. Loved our private pool.

We were looking to celebrate my husband's 40th birthday someplace special and we were not disappointed. Everything was of the highest standard. The room was wonderful. The private pool was great. The closeness to the beach was also a big plus. We had dinner on our first night at the hotel's restaurant and it was delicious. Overall, the service and atmosphere made our stay perfect. Thank you for the amazing holiday!

This amazing place is like an island paradise in a typical Cretan environment. The service and attitude of the staff, led by the owner, Gorgi, hovers over the guests and gives the feeling of completeness, that's how a hotel should be run. We were in a room with a private pool that really upgrades the vacation. The hotel's restaurant only contributes to the feeling of complete enjoyment of the vacation.

The hotel is a few minutes walk from the beach and some restaurants and markets. In addition, the airport is about ten minutes away. In the hotel there is an excellent restaurant for dinner that also provides breakfast and lunch and aperitif in front of the pool. It's all new, modern and comfortable, including the gym. The nicest thing, which we highly recommend, is to take one of the rooms with a private pool. It's really a pool all to yourself that is part of the room beyond the terrace. Waking up and using the pool or doing it after breakfast or after the sea is wonderful. You can also call a taxi or rent a car through the reception and see other beauties of the island easily. The staff is kind and nice and the food is great as always in Greece.

Cretan Vineyard Hill Villa Private Pool, Panoramic View, Beautiful Vineyard

10

Perfect

(5 reviews)

Malevizi

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"This villa lacks nothing! We didn't want to leave! We had high expectations from the reviews and pictures online, but the villa exceeded them all! The views are spectacular! The privacy and safety are wonderful! The villa is immaculate in..." (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolFitness facilitiesGardenOutdoor pool - seasonal24-hour front deskTours/ticket assistanceScuba diving nearby

1 room type with pool access available

Villa, Private Pool - Sea View

10

Perfect

5 reviews

This villa lacks nothing! We didn't want to leave! We had high expectations from the reviews and pictures online, but the villa exceeded them all! The views are spectacular! The privacy and safety are wonderful! The villa is immaculate in cleanliness! The best part of the property is the host. Kostas provided everything we needed and more! He met us at the airport to assist with our rental car and to lead us to the villa. He also provided homemade wine, raki, raisins, grapes (they were in season), farm-fresh eggs, and more! His mother even made a traditional Greek meal for us! Kostas checked in on us and gave us recommendations to make our visit to Crete wonderful! (I haven't event mentioned how great the amenities are: the pool, the vineyard, the pool table, the ping pong table, etc...). If you are visiting Crete, this is hands down the place to stay!!! Anytime we are blessed to be able to return to Crete, we are staying here! Thank you, Kostas!

This home was the best part of our month long trip in Greece. Kosta and his parents treated us like family and went beyond the expectations one has of a host. The house has all you would want and expect from a 5 star hotel (Gym, ping pong table, pool table, TVs in every room, laptop, high speed internet, etc...) this property sits on a gorgeous vineyard which Kosta welcomes you to pick the grapes right off the vines whenever you want. The views from this home are breathtaking, pictures don't do it justice. My 3 year old daughter loved the chickens who roam around the vineyard, she even was invited to see where they lay their eggs. If you plan on visiting Crete and want something different than a beachfront hotel, this is the place. P.S. Kosta's mom makes the best moussaka in Greece.

Loved absolutely everything!! Gracious and generous hosts. Father of host family is an architect and designed the home, which is stunning with great attention to literally every detail. Smartly decorated both inside and out. Vineyard setting, panoramic view and pool also amazing. Our multi-generational family agreed this is the best place any of us have ever stayed!!

Can't say enough good things about this Cretan hill vill ! Right from the minute we arrived, it was a great experience. The staff ( family ) was cheerful and helpful and truly authentic The rooms were bright, seemed new, and clean. On top of everything, Kostas went above and beyond our expectation ..from first arriving to make sure we had healthy food / wine and raki ( the best ) to taking us in town just to make sure we knew where to go ect...on the third night his family cook us an extraordinary traditional cretan meal served at our house for 4 people ...but we could have fed 10 people ...honest people ....well, I left my 350 euros in a little bidding spot that I forgot about ..the following week after our stay I get a message that Kostas found the money and wanted to send it back even after I insisted to by him and his family lunch he refuse to made sure I get the money back !! t Definitely earned a repeat customer out of me ..since we plan on coming back for 2 weeks in the fall of 2020

Dear host and family, Σας ευχαριστούμε πάρα πολύ για όλα! The location of this villa is spectacular, with a view over a winery, nearby hills, and of course the sea, close to the horizon. A reason on its own to book it. Inside the villa, it is very clean, there is plenty of light and open space, with stylish interior design. Most importantly- the hospitality of the host and family made us feel most welcome! To anyone who is still looking for a place for their vacation - you've been very lucky to have just found it!

IVY Villa Heraklion

10

Perfect

(5 reviews)

Goúrnai

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"We loved the Ivy Villa! What a lovely piece of Paradise! The owner met us in town & we followed her to the Villa, she gave us a traditional Greek aperitif & pastry (YUM) along with 3 different local grapes. The Villa is on an orchard, with..." (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesFamily roomsJapanese gardenNon-smoking roomsExercise/lap poolBBQ facilities

1 room type with pool access available

"We had an amazing 6-night stay at Melodia Villa, one of the three villas on the Uphoria Villa property. The owners were very helpful and attentive to all our needs. The villa itself was spacious, with three bedrooms (though there were only two of..." (10/10)

10

Perfect

5 reviews

We loved the Ivy Villa! What a lovely piece of Paradise! The owner met us in town & we followed her to the Villa, she gave us a traditional Greek aperitif & pastry (YUM) along with 3 different local grapes. The Villa is on an orchard, with grapes, pomegranates, lemon & olive trees! We had fresh pomegranate and lemons daily! She also drove us into Heraklion, to show us the town! The accommodations were VERY COMFORTABLE, with couches, dining room, plenty of comfortable outdoor areas to sit, in or out of the sun. The pool was an added bonus to the experience! An outdoor shower as well as beautiful plantings, flowers & bushes, etc. All appliances worked & it was clean with plenty of hot water. It’s in a good location, you need a car, it’s outside the city, but very close to city, museums, sites. We’d definitely stay there again.

There is everything you need 4 bedrooms , a pool , you can cook in the kitchen and also outdoor barbecue … the host is amazing and helped us with everything we need … we even had a yoga instructor … a welcome drink and sweet

We can't say anything but positive things about this Villa, right off the bat the hosts were amazing, they met us at a petrol station to help us find it as its a little secluded. She gave us some traditional greek treats and showed us around the lovely villa. Any questions we had were swiftly answered over chat, over the week, and the suggestions they gave us were amazing to go and visit. The villa itself had everything you need, was well equipped, clean, tidy and modern. It felt like a home away from home. We would come back again and again

Absolutely fascinating villa! Brand new, with all the necessary amenities, nicely equipped, even with handmade furniture, cosy interior and breathtaking outdoor, sparkling clean and very comfortable! Highly recommend!

The villa is super clean, equipped and the hostess is super kind and generous.

Uphoria Villas

10

Perfect

(4 reviews)

Mylopotamos

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TerraceGardenFree WiFiLuggage storagePool sun loungersPool umbrellasFree self parkingHealth or beauty spa nearby

1 room type with pool access available

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool

10

Perfect

4 reviews

We had an amazing 6-night stay at Melodia Villa, one of the three villas on the Uphoria Villa property. The owners were very helpful and attentive to all our needs. The villa itself was spacious, with three bedrooms (though there were only two of us!), plenty of space, a nice kitchen, wonderful outdoor area with pool and garden and beautiful views of the small valley below and the sea to our left. We almost didn't want to go anywhere in Crete during our time there, as we spent most of the days in and out of the pool, and enjoying the quiet of the villa and the helpfulness of the staff. Thanks again!

The stay was spectacular. The resort is very clean and peaceful. The pool was great and the owners were wonderful hosts. It was the highlight of our trip to Crete!

Received an email prior to departure with directions. Fantastic welcome ,nothing was too much trouble. Villa was perfect for us ,away from the crowds ,up a small track but only a few minutes drive from the beach and bars at Bali.Villa was well appointed and although we only stayed one night we could have happily stayed there for our whole trip.Wi Fi worked ok ( we had two teenagers). You really need a hire car to get up and down to the village for provisions and we all would thoroughly recommend this villa.

Замечательная вилла.Находится недалеко от поселка Бали.Чисто,уютно,есть все необходимое.СПАСИБО ХОЗЯЙКЕ ЗА ВКУСНЫЙ ПИРОГ.Рекомендую эту виллу.Незабываемо!

Kladissos Villa

10

Perfect

(4 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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Luxurious Five-Bedroom Villa in Agia Pelagia. Breathtaking Sea Views: Enjoy unobstructed views of the sea from the comfort of your own villa, surrounded by a beautiful garden filled with fruit trees and exotic plants. Family-Friendly Amenities:...

Infinity poolHeated poolTerraceFamily roomsHot tub/JacuzziJapanese gardenNon-smoking roomsTour desk

1 room type with pool access available

"The villa was a good size with a nice pool. The outside kitchen is a great feature and beds were comfy. The pool table was another plus. Petros, the host, was especially helpful, providing great advice. The privacy, security and covered private..." (10/10)

10

Perfect

4 reviews

Villa Evergreen

10

Perfect

(3 reviews)

Heraklion

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TerraceGardenFree WiFiPlayground on siteSmoke-free propertyBilliards or pool tableExpress check-inExpress check-out

1 room type with pool access available

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool

10

Perfect

3 reviews

The villa was a good size with a nice pool. The outside kitchen is a great feature and beds were comfy. The pool table was another plus. Petros, the host, was especially helpful, providing great advice. The privacy, security and covered private parking of the property also superb. A car is essential.

This villa was beautiful. The gardens are well kept and the kitchen in the garden is perfect. It was too cold in April to use the pool but it looked tempting. The villa is located close to the airport but fairly remote and private. Unless you plan to solely stay at the villa you need a car. Pedros the owner (and indeed all the Greek people) were very friendly. Even though we hired a car he met us at the airport so we could follow him to the villa stopping off at the supermarket on the way. We were able to contact him throughout our stay. Midweek he arrived with cakes and a housekeeper changed the bedding etc. There was a lovely welcome pack. The villa is large. The wifi was excellent. There were nice views.

Lovely property. Very spacious with great pool and outside kitchen

Villa Greenera ,By IdealStay Experience

10

Perfect

(3 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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Luxurious Amenities: Enjoy a private pool, hot tub, and sun terrace while staying at Villa Greenera. Spacious and Elegant Accommodation: With 4 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and sea views, this villa offers comfort and style. Entertainment and...

TerraceMassage servicesFamily roomsHot tub/JacuzziJapanese gardenNon-smoking roomsExercise/lap poolPrivate picnics

1 room type with pool access available

Villa With Private Pool - Sea View

10

Perfect

3 reviews

Villa Olivetta - The private Oasis

10

Perfect

(2 reviews)

Heraklion

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"Villa Olivetti is the most amazing house to stay in! Maria made it easy to check in and out and the whole place is breathtaking; it felt like a grand finale to our couples getaway! Do yourself a favor and stay here!!" (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesSnorkeling on siteJapanese gardenNon-smoking roomsExercise/lap pool

1 room type with pool access available

10

Perfect

2 reviews

Emmeleia mare

9.9

Exceptional

(13 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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"It’s a great location near the beach. The house is really nice and modern. The kit canned is well stocked and pool towels were provided. The host provided food and drink, which was a really nice touch." (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolFamily roomsJapanese gardenNon-smoking roomsExercise/lap poolBeach umbrellasLuggage storage

1 room type with pool access available

"Eleni and Dimitris are the most welcoming, friendly, helpful and surprising hosts I have ever met, we all felt like we knew eachother since forewer. Everyhing was clean and wonderful at Vila Amelie, it’s like a little Paradise, we loved every second..." (10/10)

9.9

Exceptional

13 reviews

It’s a great location near the beach. The house is really nice and modern. The kit canned is well stocked and pool towels were provided. The host provided food and drink, which was a really nice touch.

Very easy, owner met us when we arrived, everything in perfect order.

Perfect house and beautiful location. We thoroughly enjoyed our time.

Comfortable, quiet, well organized, welcoming.

Villa Amelie-Private pool

9.9

Exceptional

(11 reviews)

Marathítis

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TerraceSwimming poolFamily roomsHot tub/JacuzziJapanese gardenPets allowedNon-smoking roomsRoom service

1 room type with pool access available

9.9

Exceptional

11 reviews

Eleni and Dimitris are the most welcoming, friendly, helpful and surprising hosts I have ever met, we all felt like we knew eachother since forewer. Everyhing was clean and wonderful at Vila Amelie, it’s like a little Paradise, we loved every second of it. The pool is the perfect size and gets cleaned every morning by Dimitris himself, there is many sitting areas, beautiful flowers, trees surrounding you that it can be overwhealing in the best way. There are also a lot of games to play, the kitchen is probably better equipped then my own haha and there is a jacuzzi in the main bathroom. The hosts made our stay unforgetable with little attentions and they can organize birthday parties or aniversaries for an extra cost if you wish that, everything is soo worth it. I never write reviews but this time it was impossible not to. Highly recomand to families or/and friends. If you have any doubts, don’t!!!Go for it, you will not regret it. I hope we will go back some day😍😍😍

We loved everything about our stay at Villa Amelie. The villa and gardens are beautiful and the pool is a good size. There is plenty of space to either gather as a group or find some time and space alone. Several shops including a supermarket, fruit and veg shop and butchers are within a 5 minute walk. Best of all though are the hosts - warmth and friendliness radiate from Eleni and Dimitris and they genuinely care about ensuring you have the best time while staying in their lovely villa.

Villa Amelie is a little paradise! It has a gorgeous, well-kept garden. The pool is a good size and very clean as it is cleaned daily. The villa is equipped with good air conditioning. The rooms have a balcony. There are also various places to eat and relax in the outdoor pond. Everything is clean and well maintained. Eleni and Dimitirios are exceptional hosts. They are always available and supportive if you need anything. Just lovely persons! We had a wonderful time and can recommend Villa Amelie 100%!

The owners Eleni and Dim are wonderful and offered hospitality beyond expectations. The meal they cooked for us was amazing. The villa and outside area are even better than the photos, completely private and very well equipped. We all loved the basketball hoop above the pool! So much fun had with it. WiFi is reasonable both in and outside the villa. The main villa has three double bedrooms, one of which has a mezzanine with an extra single bed. It's worth noting that one of the bedrooms is next to the living area, with one wall being half height then a curtain for privacy. Our teen girls made it work but not complete privacy if three couples were sharing. There are two apartments built under and alongside the main villa, which are not rented out if you rent the main villa but can be included for bigger groups. There is a minimarket, pharmacy, supermarket (well priced), petrol station and butchers all 5 mins walk or less. The village has three tavernas within walking distance, serving traditional Greek and Cretan food. We tried two of them and the meals were delicious. 20 minutes taxi transfer (minivan) from the airport cost us around €70 return. We recommend Kriti Allios (Minoan Fruits) guided tour (find online/TripAdvisor). It's a 25 min walk from the villa and a most enjoyable few hours.

An absolutely incredible stay! The location was perfect, and the property itself was the most stunning we’ve ever seen. Our two hosts were exceptional—helpful, friendly, and genuinely welcoming—making our experience truly unforgettable. Highly recommend!

Oleas Suites

9.6

Exceptional

(80 reviews)

Voútai

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"So peaceful and beautiful. Close to town but perched on the mountain with a beautiful view and private pool. It was relaxing!" (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesJapanese gardenNon-smoking roomsRoom serviceExercise/lap poolPrivate picnics

4 room types with pool access available

Junior Suite With Private Pool - Pool View

"We enjoyed the Villa so much from the pool to the sea. The Villa is exceptionally kept and Maria is an absolute gem. Anything we needed she was on it. I cant say enough good things about the villa and here exceptional service. The people of..." (10/10)

9.6

Exceptional

80 reviews

So peaceful and beautiful. Close to town but perched on the mountain with a beautiful view and private pool. It was relaxing!

It is comfortable, clean and so wonderful to have a private pool with a beautiful view!!

It was the best stay in my whole life. Best value for money for sure. The pool is amazing. If I ever gonna be on Krite again, I would 100% book this place once again. Breakfast was super good, with a lot of food, the girl who served it always asked if we need anything more, what we want to change, or maybe we have some allergies. Overall super friendly stuff. You can see that apartment is new, but the owner is taking great care of the place, fixing the smallest issues, cleaning the pool, etc.

We had a wonderful stay! The room was beautifully furnished and very clean, with a comfortable bed. The hosts were friendly and welcoming. The pool area was lovely and perfect for relaxing, and the whole place is very quiet and peaceful – ideal for a relaxing holiday. Highly recommended!

This was probably the most beautiful place we've ever stayed. The service was amazing and the apartment was perfect! Having a pool to ourselves was refreshing and the view was breathtaking. Absolutely nothing we would have changed, except staying longer!

Anima SeaView Luxury Living Villa, By ThinkVilla

9.8

Exceptional

(4 reviews)

Gázion

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TerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesJapanese gardenScuba diving on siteExercise/lap poolHorse riding nearbyBBQ facilities

1 room type with pool access available

"We spent a week at Olive and Sea Villas and were very pleased with our stay. The photos on the website fully match reality. During our stay, our bed linen was changed once, and the house was cleaned. The pool and outdoor areas were cleaned..." (10/10)

9.8

Exceptional

4 reviews

We enjoyed the Villa so much from the pool to the sea. The Villa is exceptionally kept and Maria is an absolute gem. Anything we needed she was on it. I cant say enough good things about the villa and here exceptional service. The people of Crete are some of the most welcoming people in the world. I would highly recommend her place and the island of Crete. Oh and her bakery!!!! Fantastic!!!

Maria the owner of the house was amazing. The villa was above and beyond all our expectations!! Amazingly decorated, everything is clean, amazing view, close to the airport. Maria left us fruits and cakes the day we arrived. On the first day, the air conditioner in one of the rooms did not work properly and a technician arrived within a few hours - who replaced the air conditioner with a new one!!!! . In addition, the amazing Maria allowed us to check out late because she saw that our flight was only at 21:15, we were at the villa until 19:00!!! . An unforgettable experience . Looking forward to coming back again! Thanks for everything.❤️❤️❤️

Fabulous view on the crystal clear Aegean Sea. Nice rooms, kitchen and interior. Maria makes sure that all things are arranged quickly. Heraklion with all its restaurants is nearby and there is a great beach club on walking distance. Make sure that you arrive before 11AM as it’s a very popular club (also with locals on Sunday).

Olive and Sea Villas

9.7

Exceptional

(13 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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TerraceSwimming poolJapanese gardenPets allowedExercise/lap poolInternetCovered parkingFree wired internet

2 room types with pool access available

Luxurious Accommodation with Private Pool. The Serenity Villa with pool, Kalesa Heraklion in Yiofirákia offers a lavish stay with a private pool and a hot tub. The 5-bedroom villa includes modern amenities like streaming services, a fully equipped...

9.7

Exceptional

13 reviews

We spent a week at Olive and Sea Villas and were very pleased with our stay. The photos on the website fully match reality. During our stay, our bed linen was changed once, and the house was cleaned. The pool and outdoor areas were cleaned daily. The villa is well-equipped with everything you might need – great kitchen appliances, smart TV, and comfortable furniture. Cafes, restaurants, shops, and car rentals are all nearby, which makes everything very convenient. There are a few beaches within walking distance, but if you have a car, it’s worth driving 15 minutes to Fodele Beach, a wide sandy beach with free parking, sunbeds twice as cheap as near the villa, and a nice restaurant. A perfect place for a relaxing holiday – highly recommended!

The villa had a very good location. Just a few minutes walk to a shop that had all the groceries you could need. As well as a couple of restaurants and car hire shop. It was about ten minutes walk to the beach and waterfront restaurants. What you see on the pictures is what you get. Good sized pool, great sized rooms, well stocked kitchen, great seating areas. We especially liked that the fridge had and ice machine and drinking water.

Lovley villa with modern facilities, a pool and outdoor space. The rooms are nice and each has its own bathroom. The basement is only accessible from outdoor staircase. The family who own the villa are so helpful, kind and accommodating. Remi was very helpful and friendly. We had a wonderful stay. There are lovely beaches and restaurants nearby.

It’s a wonderful, thoughtfully designed, modern house. Everything you need for a relaxing family holiday is there. We especially enjoyed the sea view, sun raises, patio and pool areas and the kids play area. Hosts are welcoming, friendly and helpful.

Location is perfect, standard is high and the pool is amazing. Owner is quick to answer and super friendly. We were 9 adults in the villa, and that was no problem.

Serenity Villa with pool, Kalesa Heraklion

9.7

Exceptional

(4 reviews)

Yiofirákia

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TerraceOutdoor poolSwimming poolGardenHot tub/JacuzziPets allowedFree Parking24-hour front desk

1 room type with pool access available

Villa with Private Pool

9.7

Exceptional

4 reviews

Agia Pelagia Villas

9.6

Exceptional

(27 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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"Everything! Incredible views, separate large bedrooms with en-suites so everyone has their privacy, huge living room and TV plus dining tables in kitchen and outside. Beautiful pool, privacy and security. Perfect! Oh and also has its own BBQ and..." (10/10)

Infinity poolTerraceSwimming poolFamily roomsJapanese gardenPets allowedBBQ facilitiesSafety deposit box

2 room types with pool access available

"We recently celebrated our wedding at Villas Anemomilos and couldn't have asked for a more perfect experience. From the moment we arrived, Andreas made us feel completely at home. He was incredibly kind, attentive, and went above and beyond to make..." (10/10)

9.6

Exceptional

27 reviews

Everything! Incredible views, separate large bedrooms with en-suites so everyone has their privacy, huge living room and TV plus dining tables in kitchen and outside. Beautiful pool, privacy and security. Perfect! Oh and also has its own BBQ and additional seating area in the back too! We had an incredible time at this beautiful villa. It was absolutely the way it looks in the pictures. The host was WONDERFUL. We had an issue with one of the showers one day and he sorted it straightaway. The fridge had been stocked for our arrival. A cleaner came halfway through the week. I’d recommend hiring a car though as the location is out in the sticks a little so taxis and food delivery places can’t get there but the villa itself is gorgeous.

Fantastic, comfortable and very well equipped villa in perfect distance from the sea. It is located 25 minutes walk away from the beach and beach bars. Outstanding restaurant located 4 minutes walk away from the villa. Minimarket located within 20 minutes walk or 5 minutes drive by car. Three independent bedrooms with own bathrooms make this villa a great choice for group of friends. Great, large private swimming pool makes the holiday time even better. Well equipped indoor kitchen and also fully equipped outdoor kitchen allow to have great dinners with self prepared food. I do recommend this property to all travelers wishing to stay away from the crowd in comfort conditions.

Beautiful, luxurious new villa with every comfort. There is a fantastic outdoor grilling area, a private swimming pool with shower and terraces with views to the sea. Every bedroom has its private ensuite bathroom. The villa is one of two adjacent twin villas, however the vicinity of the other villa did not bother us. Fruits, sweets, local delicacies and chilled wine were awaiting for us!! Many thanks to the hosts, they were super friendly and helped us in many ways.

This has been an amazing villa; it definitely exceeded our expectations. The owner has waited for us with goods in the fridge and homemade olive oil which was delicious. The barbecue area was great for us and we enjoyed many delicious meals there. The views are incredible; the pool is very big and there are lots of sitting areas around the villa. Would definitely recommend this place if you re looking for a relaxing holiday.

Our stay was brilliant, the villa was very modern with an amazing view out to Dia island, the pool was particularly nice, long enough to swim laps. The three bedrooms had separate en-suites — the kids liked having their own ‘apartments’.

Villas Anemomilos

9.7

Exceptional

(3 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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Infinity poolHeated poolTerraceFamily roomsHot tub/JacuzziJapanese gardenLounge areaSecured parking

1 room type with pool access available

"Breakfast - not applicable Layout of villa, location, everything worked, good facilities, plenty of essentials provided (e.g. laundry powder, dishwasher tablets, foil/cing film, salt/pepper/sugar etc, great welcoming pack of food, including a huge..." (9/10)

9.7

Exceptional

3 reviews

We recently celebrated our wedding at Villas Anemomilos and couldn't have asked for a more perfect experience. From the moment we arrived, Andreas made us feel completely at home. He was incredibly kind, attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Every morning, we were welcomed with fresh eggs, vegetables, bread, and delicious croissants — such a thoughtful and personal touch that made our stay even more special. The rooms were spotless, the views were stunning, and the pools were large and beautifully maintained. Communication with Andreas was always friendly and prompt, which made the whole planning process smooth and stress-free. We wholeheartedly recommend Villas Anemomilos to anyone looking for a beautiful, relaxing, and memorable stay — especially for special occasions. Thank you, Andreas, for helping make our wedding so unforgettable

1. The host - Antreas and his father are exceptionally responsive and caring prior and during the stay. They do their best to make you feel good and enjoy it all. They are unique and rare and I wish to always have such hosts when traveling. 2. Facilities are great. Beautiful, clean and well maintained. All of the apartments are well equipped and especially the main kitchen which is a special bonus for those who love to cook in different methods. Pools are great though waters a little cold in October ;) Wi-Fi was good. 3. Location is good, great view and 10 mins drive to the beach.

A great Villa in the mountains above Agia Pelagia. We were a large group (17) and we had enough space with some to spare. Each apartment (out of 4) has its own equipped kitchen with a fridge, stove, oven, dishwasher & more + another equipped kitchen in the common area with all the above + barbeque equipment. There are also laundry machines in some of the apartments. Everything was very clean. The view from the pool and balconies is amazing. Agia Palegia has a nice beach with restaurants about 10 minutes drive away. The owners where available for questions and requests by phone when needed.

The best hosts ever in a beautiful and spacious Villa in a great location. Easy drive from the airport, 10 minutes drive for groceries and the beach and there's even a local Taverna a few minutes down the road. There was enough room for our families to each have their own space but with plenty of common spaces to hang out together. The playroom is great for kids and adults alike. There's a big bbq/dining room/kitchen area which we enjoyed for most of our meals. The hosts are the best! The whole family was there to make a perfect stay for their guests. They were extremely accommodating with our early/late flight schedule, and communication before and during our stay was super-easy and always in good spirits. They kept spoiling us with fresh pastries, eggs, fruit and vegetables, and also made sure the common areas are kept clean throughout our stay. The views from the Villa are breathtaking - don't miss the sunrise and sunset over the mountains. Hopefully we can make it back one day!

The owners are wonderful, welcoming people. They went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. We were a group of 4 families so the 4 separate apartments was the perfect arrangement. Everything was clean and we had everything we needed. Then there is the view. I could have sat on the terrace all day long just staring at it. All Andrea's local suggestions were excellent, especially the local Taverna for sunset. We also used the in villa catering service for a Crete night menu. With some quiet local beaches only 15mins away this villa.has it all and only 30 mins from Heraklion. We would all stay again in a heartbeat but for longer than 1 week!

Promitheas Villa, Sea Side Resort, By ThinkVilla

9.7

Exceptional

(3 reviews)

Vlikhádha

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TerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesSnorkeling on siteFamily roomsHot tub/JacuzziJapanese gardenScuba diving on site

1 room type with pool access available

"We thank Luxury Villa for their wonderful home. We had an unforgettable holiday with you. Everything in the house is thought out and arranged for the convenience of guests, there is a lot of dishes and cutlery. Every corner is thought out for a..." (10/10)

9.7

Exceptional

3 reviews

Breakfast - not applicable Layout of villa, location, everything worked, good facilities, plenty of essentials provided (e.g. laundry powder, dishwasher tablets, foil/cing film, salt/pepper/sugar etc, great welcoming pack of food, including a huge moussaka and daily "treats", clean pool, daily change pool towels, gas AND charcoal BBQs, (cleaned for us next day!)

Stunning villa with lovely pool area and gorgeous views. The host was so welcoming and the villa was fully stocked with basics and more, very generous of the host and the most yummy mousakka! I haven’t ate another mousakka like it since!! Only 5mins drive to the closest beach

The villa was fantastic, nothing was too much trouble. It had everything we needed. Everything was in fantastic condition. Pool towels changed daily and lovely food left for us to try every couple of days. Could not fault it or the management company.

Wonderful hosts, arrived to a warm welcome and fridge full of food. Totally unexpected and gratefully received. Very clean, modern and fantastic outdoor space.

Luxurious Villa David

9.6

Exceptional

(8 reviews)

Áno Kalésia

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TerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesFamily roomsJapanese gardenExercise/lap poolBBQ facilitiesBeach umbrellas

1 room type with pool access available

Villa With Private Pool - Garden View

9.6

Exceptional

8 reviews

We thank Luxury Villa for their wonderful home. We had an unforgettable holiday with you. Everything in the house is thought out and arranged for the convenience of guests, there is a lot of dishes and cutlery. Every corner is thought out for a good rest. A wonderful and very large area with plenty of space for a large company. Large outdoor dining table in the barbecue area for a very large family and their guests. Large pool and many sun loungers. We were happy with everything! We will definitely come to this place again! Thank you very much 💖

Villa Grande Crete

9.6

Exceptional

(5 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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"Property has everything you could need and the host was amazing. Gave us welcome gift of essential and checked in with us via WhatsApp to make sure all was well with our stay. Also sent useful information of the area and where to visit, great host...." (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolFamily roomsJapanese gardenNon-smoking roomsTour deskExercise/lap pool24-hour security

1 room type with pool access available

"It is a lovely place with a familiar atmosphere. The view from our room was beautiful. The poolside was very quiet, and even though we didn't get the private pool, we felt secluded. It seems every detail was made out of thinking and love...." (9/10)

9.6

Exceptional

5 reviews

Property has everything you could need and the host was amazing. Gave us welcome gift of essential and checked in with us via WhatsApp to make sure all was well with our stay. Also sent useful information of the area and where to visit, great host. Lovely pool area and very relaxing atmosphere with great view from top floor. Bed was very comfortable and everything very clean.

Lovely clean villa with plenty of room and good facilities indoor and outside and less than 10 minutes to lovely beaches and tavernas. Kids loved the pool and the roof terrace is lovely. Nikos was always contactable and friendly if we needed anything.

Excellent accomodation, fridge was filled on arrival, very friendly and attentive staff

Spiros-Soula Thematic Suites

9.3

Outstanding

(61 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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Adult onlyRestaurantTerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesJapanese gardenNon-smoking roomsExercise/lap pool

1 room type with pool access available

Deluxe Suite With Sea View

More 5 room types available

Queen Suite With Sea View

Suite With Hot Tub - Sea View

9.3

Outstanding

61 reviews

It is a lovely place with a familiar atmosphere. The view from our room was beautiful. The poolside was very quiet, and even though we didn't get the private pool, we felt secluded. It seems every detail was made out of thinking and love.

Perfect new room with private pool. Would recommend to everyone! Helpful staff members and very delicious food in Hotel restaurant. Quiet place to chill out

Family owned, and you feel it! Everything very new and fresh. Wonderful private pool for the suites.

We were looking for a quiet location with a beautiful view and a resort feel. This location provides all of that. The suite that we stayed in has its own private pool overlooking the Agean. This has to be one of the quietest locations we have stayed in. Absolutely beautiful. The hosts were wonderful - genuinely friendly and helpful. The onsite restaurant was exceptional. The location is about 30 min from the center of the city and the airport/port. There is also an onsite car rental which is extremely convenient.

Fabulous suite, the area was quite, with your own plunge pool, If you wanted company you could go to the main area. The restaurant always had beautiful food, fresh cooked, served by happy staff. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, situated perfectly for any trips we wanted to do. I would highly recommend the Spiros-Soula Thermatic suits for an exceptional holiday👍🤗

Villa Elli - Villa Athina

9.5

Exceptional

(4 reviews)

Mylopotamos

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"+ This villa is perfect. We spent where the best holidays ever. Very beautiful view, calm and near all comodities. You can get to two beaches in 5 minutes. The house is big and the outside part of the house is just the dream ! The swimming pool..." (10/10)

Infinity poolTerraceFitness facilitiesGardenFree bicyclesCouples/private diningTours/ticket assistanceArcade/game room

2 room types with pool access available

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool (Athina)

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool (Elli)

9.5

Exceptional

4 reviews

+ This villa is perfect. We spent where the best holidays ever. Very beautiful view, calm and near all comodities. You can get to two beaches in 5 minutes. The house is big and the outside part of the house is just the dream ! The swimming pool have night lighting and you have a lot of space. In your arrival you have a perfetc welcome pack : two bottles of local wine, fruits, honey cake and rose bouquet. All for free. The beds are very comfotable and all have a perfect view on the mountains and olive trees. - It is really strange not to put the dishwasher in the kitchen... For a villa with 3 bedrooms (so 6 person potentially) it is complicated to have holidays without a dishwasher. And be aware the villa is not finished yet. You have some unfixed cables everywhere and some switches not working. I think they are planning to finish it but for the moment you still have some unfixed staff.

Ein super Haus für gemütliche Ferien. Es hat alles was man braucht. Der Pool ist schön, war aber nicht richtig sauber. Der Fernseher im Wohnzimmer hat eine Settopbox mit vielen Kanälen, auch die deutschen Sender sind drin. Allerdings läuft die Box übers Internet und ab und zu stocken das Bild und der Ton, vor allem wenn jemand im Internet surft. Die Bandbreite reicht nicht aus. Die Fernseher in den oberen Stöcken haben nur Lokalsender. Die Fahrräder sind ok, sollten aber überholt werden. Zum Mountainbiken sind sie nicht geeignet. Der Ort Bali ist nett, hat ein paar gute Restaurants und ist sehr sauber. Wir waren sehr happy in Bali

Partie pour se reposer, s'est un lieu magnifique qui nous accueil, tan par son emplacement, vue impressionnante sur la vallée et la mer, que par son équipement. Certe nous étions or saisons, mais ce lieux mérite à être connue. Bien situé géographiquement pour visité l’île.

A great location just 5 minutes to shop and restaurants. Very clean and tidy villa with every comfort you need. A lovely bit of luxury.

Okeanides Villas

9.3

Outstanding

(37 reviews)

Balíon

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"We had an amazing stay at Pitho - Okeanidas Villas in Crete. The villa was spotless, very well maintained, and fully equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable holiday. The location was perfect, with stunning direct sea views and only a..." (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceSaunaFamily roomsJapanese gardenNon-smoking roomsExercise/lap pool

4 room types with pool access available

Pitho - Three-Bedroom Villa With Private Pool - Pool View

Kalypso - Three-Bedroom Villa With Private Pool - Pool View

Elektra - Three-Bedroom Villa With Private Pool - Pool View

Dioni - Three-Bedroom Villa With Private Pool - Pool View

9.3

Outstanding

37 reviews

We had an amazing stay at Pitho - Okeanidas Villas in Crete. The villa was spotless, very well maintained, and fully equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable holiday. The location was perfect, with stunning direct sea views and only a short 10 minute drive to the lively village of Bali. The private pool was always clean and ideal for daily swims, making our stay even more relaxing. What really made the difference, however, were the wonderful hosts. They were incredibly kind, attentive, and always willing to help to make sure we felt welcome. A special mention goes to Yannis and his homemade breakfasts, every morning was a new surprise, with delicious and varied dishes that allowed us to experience different local flavors. Overall, this villa exceeded our expectations in every way. It’s a truly beautiful place with exceptional hospitality, and we would love to return in the future. Highly recommended!

This is a quiet, spacious villa with a private pool overlooking an incredible view. Our hosts were overly accommodating very quick in response to questions or needs. Breakfast brought to us each day surpassed expectations loaded with plenty of food and local cuisine. Bali is 5 minutes away for great beaches, shops and dining and you’re pretty central to everything on Crete. Easily drivable to major cities, attractions and local airports. Villa cat we nicknamed “Artemis” visited us every evening with welcoming meows. Would strongly recommend to anyone looking for privacy vs crazy busy resorts.

We absolutely loved our stay!! There are three villas, we stayed in Kalypso, the middle villa which has a higher pool than the rest. The villa itself is the oldest but so beautiful, the views from inside and out are amazing! You wake up and go asleep to beautiful sunsets and sunrises. It's exceptionally quiet, a little noise from the road but not bad. It has absolutely everything you need and more, beach towels (although we stayed by our pool most of the time), sauna, lovely pool and pool area with table tennis, outdoor shower, and more! The decor has such wonderful touches to make you feel at home, candles, cushions, decor, they really have gone above and beyond to make it a home from home. We had a car, we used it to go to the nearby town of Bali for shopping and to eat out a few times. I think you probably need a car, especially if you want to buy groceries, maybe eat out. We did a few day trips too but mainly enjoyed the pool area and the amazing privacy of the villa. The brilliant Yannis lives near by and comes every morning with the most amazing breakfast tray full of home made goodness!! Alexandros was always only a phone call away and GoGo kept the pace so clean and tidy for us! We had one issue the night of arrival which wasn't very nice, but even in the middle of the night, it was handled so well and all was rectified! We'll definitely back, a stunning location and very relaxing! Karen and Ed

Great breakfast, delivered personally by the hosts. Plenty of food for us all and local varied foods. The villa is very private with wonderful views over the coast. The pool was clean and the surrounding of the pool great for spending time relaxing, reading, soaking up the peace and quiet. Location is great, not too far to beaches, the town, and Bali just 10 mins away.

Everything was wonderful. We loved the outstanding sea view from the pool and the terrace. The breakfast was delicious. Fresh fruits, omelette, tomatoes, cucumber, olives. homemade cake and more…. As a welcome gift we got wine and raki. The hosts were very friendly and we felt at home from the first day.

Villa Omikron

9.4

Outstanding

(5 reviews)

Rodia

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"We were a group of friends who stayed at the villa, and we enjoyed our stay very much. The villa is very comfortable, clean, and packed with everything for a pleasant stay. We really enjoyed the pool and the stunning view. We felt welcomed, and a..." (10/10)

Heated poolTerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesSnorkeling on siteJapanese gardenScuba diving on siteNon-smoking rooms

1 room type with pool access available

"We were so impressed with everything. Our superior studio was impeccable. Lovely view. Pool is fantastic but above all, the service provided was excellent. Communication was easy and quick. Our bag did not make our connecting flight to Crete and we..." (10/10)

9.4

Outstanding

5 reviews

We were a group of friends who stayed at the villa, and we enjoyed our stay very much. The villa is very comfortable, clean, and packed with everything for a pleasant stay. We really enjoyed the pool and the stunning view. We felt welcomed, and a communication with the host was fast and pleasant. We suggest to rent a car as the villa is in the mountains.

Very nice and cozy house. Also the view is awesome. The host is very nice and welcoming It was clean.

“The hospitality of the homeowner, flexibility, and helpfulness.”

Asion Lithos

9.2

Outstanding

(42 reviews)

Kato Asites

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RestaurantTerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesFamily roomsJapanese gardenLounge area

4 room types with pool access available

Junior Suite With Private Pool - Pool View

"The villa was beyond incredible! I booked it for a group of 8 and everyone was in love with it. The views are to die for, the villa is modern and has a ton of space to hang out including a large living room with a dining area, multiple balconies, an..." (10/10)

9.2

Outstanding

42 reviews

We were so impressed with everything. Our superior studio was impeccable. Lovely view. Pool is fantastic but above all, the service provided was excellent. Communication was easy and quick. Our bag did not make our connecting flight to Crete and we were left without some important items. As there was no pharmacy close, staff offered to get buy and get us what we needed and bring it to us. We are so grateful. The cleaning and cooking staff like Despina were a joy.

perfect friendly host, perfect holiday, great villa and pool, there is nothing to complain about, we would love to come back...

Loved the location in the countryside, beautiful pool and venue. There's an amazing restaurant up the hill, but the venue itself can also make some good food (breakfast and dinner). And the people were super friendly and willing to help with everything. Loved staying here!

The location is fabulous located in a small town close to all the wineries. It is very quiet and peaceful. The pool was fantastic. Bedding is great, pilllows, sheets, ... I personally prefer a harder mattress.

Staff was very welcoming. Tried to take care of everything. The place is beautiful, quiet and allows relaxation. The pool is great.

Dilira Villas

9.3

Outstanding

(9 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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TerraceSwimming poolFamily roomsJapanese gardenPets allowedNon-smoking roomsTour deskExercise/lap pool

3 room types with pool access available

Villa Vadim is a villa located in Balíon, 32 km from Heraklio Town. The property features views of the sea and is 29 km from Rethymno Town. A dishwasher, an oven and a microwave can be found in the kitchen and there is a private bathroom. Towels and...

Villa With Private Pool

9.3

Outstanding

9 reviews

The villa was beyond incredible! I booked it for a group of 8 and everyone was in love with it. The views are to die for, the villa is modern and has a ton of space to hang out including a large living room with a dining area, multiple balconies, an outdoor area with a table for al fresco dining, and the pool area. Two of the four bedrooms had an attached bathroom and there were also a shared bathroom and a shared half bathroom. We found wine and water left for us in the fridge and coffee/tea/sugar on the counter. The host was super nice and messaged us to ask if we needed anything else. Recommending this place to everyone I know haha

Big and spacious property with an amazing view and our own pool. I would stay here again. We loved the location and Rami was an amazing host. He has the best suggestions and is very responsive. Our group of 7 loved the place.

Fantastic views, peacefully, good facilities to a good standard. Host were very helpful and accommodating..

Villa Vadim

9.3

Outstanding

(9 reviews)

Balíon

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Pool with viewTerraceOutdoor poolGardenFamily roomsFree ParkingNon-smoking roomsParking

1 room type with pool access available

Villa with Private Pool

9.3

Outstanding

9 reviews

Sugar Villa, an exquisite summer retreat, by ThinkVilla

9.3

Outstanding

(3 reviews)

Balíon

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Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views. Exquisite Villa Features: Indulge in a private pool, hot tub, and 24-hour front desk in this elegant villa. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen, spacious living areas, 4 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms, all with...

TerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesSnorkeling on siteHot tub/JacuzziJapanese gardenPets allowed

1 room type with pool access available

"Beautiful villa and beautiful views, the pictures don’t do it justice!! Our host Maria was extremely attentive: she responded within minutes to every question we had no matter what the time was and her recommendations for food were spot on. We felt..." (10/10)

9.3

Outstanding

3 reviews

Manificus Villas, with Heated Pool, By ThinkVilla

9.2

Outstanding

(8 reviews)

Palaiokastro

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TerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesHot tub/JacuzziScuba diving on siteExercise/lap poolHorse riding nearbyBBQ facilities

1 room type with pool access available

Two-Bedroom Villa - Pool View

More 4 room types available

Villa With Sea View

9.2

Outstanding

8 reviews

Beautiful villa and beautiful views, the pictures don’t do it justice!! Our host Maria was extremely attentive: she responded within minutes to every question we had no matter what the time was and her recommendations for food were spot on. We felt very safe with the automatic gate, and the remotely controlled curtain and shutter system was very convenient. The pool was perfect size for two people and the hot tub was in perfect position for the view. It’s also a short walk down the hill to the harbour and lovely local restaurants and a small beach. We’d definitely recommend renting a car.

Great villa with nice pool, polite hosts and amazing view to Heraklion! Perfect for relaxation and real vacation away from the city and the noisy crowds.

Constant contact with host Maria who was attentive, very helpful and welcomed us with delicious sweets. View was gorgeous. Lovely breeze and private (small) pool. Would suggest you need a car as many little beaches and places to explore if that is what you like to do. Equally, bliss just to stay in an relax.

cannot recommend this villa enough pictures don’t even do it justice everything is well thought out and a lovely spot but most of all, Maria, the host is amazing welcoming, generous, thoughtful and very helpful and will leave you to enjoy her place as your own thank you so much! see you again ❤️

The staff was incredibly friendly, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout our stay, making it a truly relaxing visit. Additionally, the place is thoughtfully equipped with everything one could need, and it offers a breathtaking view of the sea.

Villa Cool with Private Pool, Mountain & Sea View

9

Outstanding

(4 reviews)

Ayía Marína

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"Wow, what an amazing villa. Specious and very well equipped, We enjoyed it very much, would love to come again" (10/10)

Heated poolTerraceSwimming poolSnorkeling on siteFamily roomsGolfing on sitePets allowedNon-smoking rooms

1 room type with pool access available

9

Outstanding

4 reviews

Wow, what an amazing villa. Specious and very well equipped, We enjoyed it very much, would love to come again

Villa is lovely, great views of mountains and sea from large bedroom, balconies and living area. Spyros was super responsive to any issues we had, fixing the air-con remotely within minutes and getting plumbers sent round first thing the next morning for a leaky toilet. Location is great, just 10min drive to supermarket and 15min drive to Heraklion for port/ airport/ beaches/ tourist area. Was a great base to explore North/East Crete.

Villa Dirui

8.5

Superb

(2 reviews)

Fodele

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"Great location, close to the beach. Friendly and helpful host who welcomed us with fruits, drinks and sweets." (10/10)

TerraceFamily roomsHot tub/JacuzziJapanese gardenScuba diving on siteBBQ facilitiesInternetBeach toys

1 room type with pool access available

"We very much enjoyed the view, the patio, and how Peppy was so accommodating and kind. She has wonderful books about Crete which she lent us and we found helpful. We enjoyed the the unit, the beds were very good, and the kitchenette functioned for..." (10/10)

8.5

Superb

2 reviews

Nymphes Luxury Apartments

8.4

Very good

(21 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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Infinity poolTerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesSnorkeling on siteSpa servicesFamily rooms

1 room type with pool access available

Apartment With Private Pool - Pool View

More 2 room types available

Apartment - Pool View

Studio - Pool View

8.4

Very good

21 reviews

We very much enjoyed the view, the patio, and how Peppy was so accommodating and kind. She has wonderful books about Crete which she lent us and we found helpful. We enjoyed the the unit, the beds were very good, and the kitchenette functioned for us for breakfast and snack time. The pool was a welcome respite from heat. One should be aware that the location of these apartments requires a car ( which Pepy will help arrange for you in town) because it is very high into the mountains. If one is scared of narrow dirt roads, this may not be the place fornyou. BUT the apartments are WELL worth the drive and stay. We would absolutely return to Nymphes.

Superb Villa Yiorgos - Heated Pool Jacuzzi - Seaview

7.7

Good

(12 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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Luxurious Amenities. Superb Villa Yiorgos offers a range of luxurious amenities, including a private pool, hot tub, and indoor pool with a pool bar. The villa also boasts a garden, barbecue facilities, and free WiFi, ensuring a comfortable and...

Pool barPool with viewTerraceBarGardenBeachFamily roomsHot tub/Jacuzzi

1 room type with pool access available

Villa with Private Pool

7.7

Good

12 reviews

Knossos Palace Secluded Villa

7

Good

(16 reviews)

Skalánion

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"Having complete villa to ourselves in mountains. Owner was fabulous and left us fresh fruit and supplies in the fridge and dropped off gifts in the morning. Villa exceptionally clean and pool lovely. Fabulous quiet place to stay" (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolSnorkeling on siteFamily roomsJapanese gardenPets allowedScuba diving on siteFree beach shuttle

1 room type with pool access available

Secluded 4* Family Villa With Private Pool - Pool View

More 3 room types available

Lux Studio In 4* Secluded Villa With Pool - Pool View

Secluded Villa Upper Floor - Pool View

Lux Studio In 4* Secluded Villa With Pool And Kitchenette - Pool View

7

Good

16 reviews

Having complete villa to ourselves in mountains. Owner was fabulous and left us fresh fruit and supplies in the fridge and dropped off gifts in the morning. Villa exceptionally clean and pool lovely. Fabulous quiet place to stay

Hosts extremely friendly and helpful. Still welcomed us after a very late, delayed flight giving us something for our breakfast. Swimming pool excellent. Nice and quiet location. Short walk to village with shops and restaurants. 15 minute drive to Heraklion.

the host are warm and very friendly and helpful with any issues. the amenities such as the pool and terrace were a nice touch . the dogs and cats were very friendly

The owners were so lovely. Very welcoming and friendly, very accommodating. The pool was lovely there there was good shade.

they’re amazingly accommodating, this place is secretly superb and would not hesitate to book again, nice people and couldn’t have asked for more . their doggie 🐶 Tara made it for us! thanks so so much ! we love Tara and the wee cat 🐈 too , highly recommend 😊☺️😊☺️wanted to stay forever

Nostos Beach Boutique Hotel
★★★★

★★★★

8.9

Superb

(848 reviews)

Balíon

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"Excellent hotel with good breakfast, with private pool and next to a beach with several bars. Good place to get away from the big cities and relax." (8/10)

Swim-up roomRestaurantTerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesSnorkeling on siteSpa services

1 room type with pool access available

Standard Room With Pool Or Mountain View

More 5 room types available

Superior Room With Garden View

Superior Room With Side Sea View

Standard Room With Sea View

8.9

Superb

848 reviews

Excellent hotel with good breakfast, with private pool and next to a beach with several bars. Good place to get away from the big cities and relax.

We loved our stay at Nostos. Great location, right on top of the beach in a small resort town. Room decor was beautiful, and was a good size. Balcony overlooked the pool and sea. 2 swimming pools, both well maintained and beds usually available. Would recommend a stay here for anyone looking for a relaxing break.

The most helpful and welcoming personel, breakfast is a variety of every taste, coffee is good which has a big importance for me. Pool is clean, rooms are clean and cozy, bed is comfortable, just beachfront, you wake up in heaven. We had a pool-front room with a nice view.

Really lovely hotel nice and clean. Only downfall is that there is only one englisj channel on the tv and the receptionist isn’t to welcoming. There was no hot water sometimes I’m not sure if they turn it on at a certain time or if it just wasn’t working. Amazing deep pool and lovely sun beds the top pool was a bit busy. The staff in the the nostos cafe are lovely wouldnt fault it. Definitely recommend

We loved the location and the direct access to the beach. The stuff was friendly and we very much enjoyed our daily breakfast with a sea view. The facilities of the hotel (e.g., pools, terrace, restaurant) were well maintained and clean, though the pool side filled up quite quickly in the mornings.

Nostos Beach Boutique Hotel
★★★★

★★★★

9.4

Outstanding

(52 reviews)

Mylopotamos

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"Great location, very helpful staff. The pool area was terrific, very nice pool and loungers. The rooms weren't quite as nicely decorated as the outside pool area, but they were adequate and the beds were comfortable. Would stay here again. ..." (10/10)

Swim-up roomTerraceConcierge serviceFull-service spaGarden24-hour front deskFree breakfastTours/ticket assistance

1 room type with pool access available

Standard Room With Pool Or Mountain View

More 5 room types available

Superior Room With Side Sea View

Superior Room With Garden View

9.4

Outstanding

52 reviews

Great location, very helpful staff. The pool area was terrific, very nice pool and loungers. The rooms weren't quite as nicely decorated as the outside pool area, but they were adequate and the beds were comfortable. Would stay here again.

Amazing place to relax, sit by the pool, easy access to the beach. Nice breakfast, restaurant and drinks. Two pools and play area for the kids ! Very nice and highly recommended !!

We had an excellent stay at Nostos during our family holiday in July. Most helpful and kind personnel I’ve ever seen, perfect location by the beach, clean and comfortable room, nice swimming pool, super tasty food at the restaurant. There are also many restaurants and bars in the area and location is good for visiting the island either with a rental bar or with organised excursions. Highly recommend !

Excellent facilities and style, well kept gardens, nice pools and next to the beach. The room was nicely furnished, modern and comfortable. A buffet breakfast was offered which you could enjoy on the veranda overlooking the sea. A buffet dinner was also provided with an extra small charge but we did not tried it. Overall a very nice stay in a very nicely designed hotel.

The bar area of the hotel is really nice and the pool area and it’s on a beautiful beach. The breakfast was excellent and the food we ordered at lunch. The rooms were really nice and big. The Bathroom could be slightly more modern compared to the rooms but it was clean and fine. Would definitely go back to this hotel.

Alexander House
★★★★

★★★★

7.2

Good

(5 reviews)

Malevizi

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"I loved our stay in Alexander House hotel. I am 60 and my mum who was with me is 80. I would not recommend this hotel for anyone who has walking difficulties as there are a lot of steps and levels. We really had to pace ourselves but it was well..." (10/10)

Swim-up roomConcierge service24-hour front deskFree breakfastTours/ticket assistanceArcade/game roomBoat tours nearbyFree buffet breakfast

1 room type with pool access available

Double Room, Pool Access, Ground Floor

More 6 room types available

Twin Room, Courtyard View

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Double Room, Sea View

7.2

Good

5 reviews

I loved our stay in Alexander House hotel. I am 60 and my mum who was with me is 80. I would not recommend this hotel for anyone who has walking difficulties as there are a lot of steps and levels. We really had to pace ourselves but it was well worth it. The staff were all so pleasant and friendly. Plenty of choice for meals. The hotel rooms were cleaned everyday, fresh towels etc. There was some live entertainment on 2 of our 7 nights which we enjoyed. There is also a full time and very pleasant life gua5on duty if you have children and there is a paddling pool anyway. I did not see much else for kids though. We could only get Sky news on the TV. If you are from the UK. But sure you're not going to watch a lit of TV anyway. Great hotel for couples. Beach is a sort walk out the back way, not the front. The front door route is a steep downhill walk and a hard climb back. Plenty of nice bars and restaurants down by the beach if you fancy a change.

Surprising to find this was all inclusive as no mention on the website or during booking. Good choice of food and fresh salad etc. Only down side was due to location there are lots of steps both throughout the site and on most routes to the beach.

very nice place. the staff was great. the food was not so good and also the place could be cleaner

Kipos Boutique Suites
★★★★

★★★★

9.4

Outstanding

(2237 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"Exceptionally friendly and helpful receptionist (Michaelis) who welcomed us on a rainy night with a big smile and helped to carry our luggage to the 1st floor:). The apartment is very smartly and tastefully designed with a functional kitchenette..." (10/10)

Concierge serviceFamily roomsNon-smoking roomsTour deskBicycle-friendly propertyFacilities for disabled guestsFront desk (limited hours)Luggage storage

3 room types available

Deluxe Double Room

Superior Double Room

Executive Suite

9.4

Outstanding

2237 reviews

Exceptionally friendly and helpful receptionist (Michaelis) who welcomed us on a rainy night with a big smile and helped to carry our luggage to the 1st floor:). The apartment is very smartly and tastefully designed with a functional kitchenette hidden in a cupboard in the living room. It is equipped with all you might need to make a simple meal like scrambled eggs for breakfast. There are even proper wine glasses which is not always the case in apart hotels. A Nespresso coffee machine with some complimentary coffee pods and even a proper (liquid) creamer were a surprise and a nice touch! Everything looks brand new - the facilities, towels & bed linen. The apartment was spotlessly clean. Perfect, quiet location, within walking distance to the center of Heraklion, bars & restaurants. Free parking opposite the building is a real bonus in that busy town! The price per night in March was excellent value for money. It's a fantastic place if you want to go on a city break to enjoy the nice restaurants and bars in town, that are open all year round. We were able to leave our car in the hotel car park for a few hours longer after we checked out, which was great and convenient. We'll definitely be back:)!

Top location and friendly service - we'll be back! The central location of the hotel is ideal - just a few minutes' walk from the city centre. Particularly practical: the hotel has its own car park, which is provided free of charge - really great! The short journey of around 15 minutes from Heraklion airport is also a big plus. In our room, we were provided with toothbrushes, toothpaste, towels, slippers, soap and shower gel free of charge. The rooms are in a renovated condition, with only minimal wear and tear - this was only really noticeable in the bathroom. The living area was in top condition and very clean. We found the small kitchenette with fridge, hob, sink, coffee machine and kettle particularly practical - ideal for a comfortable stay. Overall, everything was really great! The staff are very courteous and welcoming - FILOTIMO is really lived here! We will definitely be back!

I must commend the exceptional service provided by one of your team members, Michalis. From the moment our group checked in, Michalis went above and beyond to ensure our stay was nothing short of perfect. His welcoming demeanor and willingness to assist were evident in every interaction. When we had a question about local options, Michalis took the time to recommend several excellent options. What impressed us the most was his attention to detail and proactive approach. He anticipated our needs, offering assistance ensuring we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Michalis is a true asset to the hotel. His professionalism, friendliness, and genuine desire to make guests feel valued are qualities that truly set this property apart. The location of the hotel made it very easy to walk to all the restaurants and shops within minutes.

We stayed at Kipos Boutique Suite and we cannot recommend it enough. We gor upgraded to a bigger room, that has a living space with tv, a small kitchen with over, microwave, coffee machine (+4 cups), etc., as well with large rooms and a balcony. It is closely located to the center, it is clean, nicely decorated and the hosts communicates very clearly, and does everything to make you feel at ease. There is also a free and private parking in front of the hotel for guests. If you want a resto recommendation: Μεζεδοπωλείο Η Αυλή (Avli resto). Very odd location, but once you are inside, very very charming, best food that I ate in Greece and a tradition family business

Located at just a 4 min stroll from/to the city centre of Heraklion, this extremely charming hotel hit the perfect spot for us. From extra nice staff to the spotless and comfy room we had a wonderful time. Also we were welcomed with a complimentary bottle of white wine, which we enjoyed just outside the window on the shared patio of the ground floor. We can but highly recommend this peaceful and well located place. If anything, the only thing, which didn’t apply to us, is the narrow streets to the parking if you’re driving to the hotel. So nothing to do the hotel per se. A gem!!!

GDM Megaron, Historical Monument Hotel
★★★★★

★★★★★

9.4

Outstanding

(2811 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"Ours was a brief 2 night stop in Heraklion to visit the Temple of Knossos and walk along the walls of the old town fortifications. The hotel is an oasis of calm, especially when 3-4 large cruise ships begin disgorging their thousand of passengers..." (9/10)

TerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesSaunaHammamHot tub/JacuzziLounge area

12 room types available

Executive Single Room With Urban View

Executive Double Room With Urban View

Executive Single Room With Sea View

Executive Double Room With Sea View

9.4

Outstanding

2811 reviews

Ours was a brief 2 night stop in Heraklion to visit the Temple of Knossos and walk along the walls of the old town fortifications. The hotel is an oasis of calm, especially when 3-4 large cruise ships begin disgorging their thousand of passengers each morning. Location is excellent, across the road from the ferry terminal, and within walking distance of the retail and dining heart of the city. Our two Junior suites (for 4) were modest in size and well appointed. The beds were super comfortable. Both suites included a spa bath (not used); also included is a desk and chair, and sofa. The balcony opened to a view of the harbour and the old Venetian Port. The water in the plunge pool on the top floor was cold and a refreshing antidote to the heat of the day. The breakfast spread (buffet doesn’t do the selection any justice) was incredible. The staff are wonderfully engaging. Being able to take a 5 minute walk to the ferry on day 3 was the icing on the cake.

Great location, friendly reception team and roof bar staff. Very good service around the pool anf cool towels when it was hot. Rooms very comfortable and beds huge. Gym opened up early for me which was great as an early riser I could work out when I wanted. Rooftop pool and terrace lovely to relax after a day sightseeing.

Highly attentive staff. Rooms overlooking the harbor are excellent. Very comfortable, clean and worthy of the highish price. Pool is also great but as with most rooftop pools, space is limited. Sets the bar for breakfast, in the top 5 of hotel breakfasts in my long and varied experience in European hotels.

Our room was very nicely decorated and a good size, with comfortable beds, and an expansive view of the harbor and Venetian wall. Breakfast was EXCEPTIONAL with more options than anyone could possibly dream of, and ALL of it was incredibly delicious; lots of interesting local farm-fresh items to try. There is also a very nice rooftop restaurant and bar where you can sit from afternoon into late evening with the same great view. A small but very nice pool and seating area are also on the roof. The fitness room had good quality, modern and adequate equipment. The staff was exceptionally friendly and warm at all times (Effie is THE BEST!!), and also helped us book whatever we needed, from taxi's that came quickly to excursions (e.g., Knossos and fabulous museums) and good advice about what to do and maps for how to get around. The hotel is conveniently located at the main port (we arrived by ferry and walked easily to the hotel) and is a short walk into the heart of the lively city, with many great places to eat and nightlife, TONS of shops, pretty town squares, buildings, fountains, etc. The Venetian wall is right across the street on the harbor too. We had a very pleasant and memorable stay and highly recommend it.

This hotel is the closest to the port and the central bus station and is not far from other attractions. Unfortunately we only booked one night as we were leaving on a ferry to another island the next day. We arrived by bus from Chania and it was a very easy walk from the bus station to the hotel with luggage. Words cannot describe the amount and variety of food available for breakfast the next morning. And we had to leave before the hot dishes were served at 7 am but we still had ample food to choose from. Our room was spacious and the shower was luxurious with ample water pressure. We didn’t even have time to visit the gym or pool. The next morning we walked with luggage to the port to fast ferry to another island. But wished we had booked at least two nights at this place. So much more to see and do in Heraklion.

Dimargio Luxury Hotel & Spa
★★★★★

★★★★★

9.4

Outstanding

(466 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"What a lovely and perfect stay while in herklion. Katrena from the start was fantastic with handling our booking and all the details. She was able to arrange our transfer and all the details. We arrived late in the evening and were greeted with a..." (10/10)

RestaurantTerraceConcierge serviceMassage servicesSaunaHammamHot tub/JacuzziLounge area

6 room types available

Smart Room - City View

Deluxe Room - City View

Grand Deluxe Room With Balcony - City View

Avant Garde Room - City View

9.4

Outstanding

466 reviews

What a lovely and perfect stay while in herklion. Katrena from the start was fantastic with handling our booking and all the details. She was able to arrange our transfer and all the details. We arrived late in the evening and were greeted with a welcome drink and a smile. The hotel restaurant was still open and able to accommodate us with large lovely plates of food; much needed after our travel and late arrival. The transfer company and driver were so courteous, waiting with a sign and were prompt in our pick up in a clean and spacious vehicle. The hotel property itself is well appointed and well thought out. Each detail down to lighting and efficient use of space and millwork in rooms were smart. The room had exactly what you would need for comfort during any type of stay. The shower was well functioning and amenity products were local olive. Everything, and I mean everything was clean and spotless at this property. We were able to enjoy breakfast in the courtyard; the area itself is so charming and is a lovely mix of old classic cretian meets mid century modern. I would highly recommend this luxury boutique hotel right in central Herklion and would gladly return if we find ourselves in the area in the future.

WOW! Where did I even start? I found this hotel at the very last minute and what a VERY pleasant surprise it was - I found a gem!!! First of all, not only the location of this hotel is fantastic but the lighting in the room is great, it has a very comfortable bed, great shower, the place brand new, very clean, very bright, perfectly working air conditioner when needed, great toiletries and other items (blow dryer, slippers, robe, etc.), well-kept and the hotel staff service is just incredible! The staff is incredibly warm, friendly, hospitable, top notch with attention to details, extremely prompt in service and always ensured that my stay was very comfortable as though I was at home! I was even greeted with a refreshing, delicious welcome drink without me even asking! The breakfast is high quality of local ingredients, offering both western and Greek dishes. This is easily my new favourite hotel in Heraklion. This hotel is just impeccable and stellar in every single way. I can’t wait to return to the city when I’m less so in a rush (only stayed there for a night - but boy what a gem I found!!), so that I can also enjoy the spa services upon my next visit! Thank you SO, so much!

Our stay for 3 nights was the perfect start to our holiday in Crete. The hotel is still new (opened 2 years ago) and the room we stayed in was spacious, clean and tastefully decorated. We had a large terrace with a nice view of the city and the sea. The people at reception and breakfast were friendly and went out of their way to make our stay pleasant. They created the welcoming atmosphere of a family hotel. The breakfast was really (really!) great: lots of choice, with a good variety of savoury and sweet, and many local products (including some delicious pastries). The courtyard where it is served is pleasant, and I could easily imagine spending half a day here with a good book to read. Finally, the location was also ideal: in easy walking distance to everything we wanted to visit (including the archaeological museum), yet very quiet.

Beautiful hotel in central location in Heraklion’s Old Town. Great access to local shops, restaurants and tavernas. The hotel opened earlier this year and is bright and stylish. All staff we encountered were friendly, courteous and efficient. We received a free welcoming drink in the bar area while our bags were taken to our room on arrival. Our room was very comfortable with efficient air conditioning. Bed was extremely comfy and we both slept well. Shower a good size with hot water all day. A great breakfast with a wide range of items both hot and cold and the Greek yoghurt was sensational. I would heartily recommend this hotel to friends and family and would happily return to stay in the future.

Seaside A Lifestyle Resort - Adults Only
★★★★★

★★★★★

9.2

Outstanding

(575 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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"We got given an upgrade to a room with the swim up pool shared by 4 other rooms, Clean modern rooms, spa had great facilities and it was a good massage and great access to the other pools and bars" (8/10)

Infinity poolAdult onlySalt-water poolEvening entertainmentRestaurantTerraceConcierge serviceMassage services

9.2

Outstanding

575 reviews

We got given an upgrade to a room with the swim up pool shared by 4 other rooms, Clean modern rooms, spa had great facilities and it was a good massage and great access to the other pools and bars

An excellent resort, staff and facilities. The food was great, I am not a big fan of buffet's but this one could not be faulted. The a la carte restaurants were all excellent. If you can stretch your budget to have a room with a private pool then do so, it was very much worth it!

The food in the inclusive restaurant was so amazing and great for choice each day. We got upgraded to a beautiful loft room with a private pool and that was amazing. Staff were very friendly and the views all over the resort were 10/10.

the staff, particularly iliana, were so attentive. we got a free room upgrade with private pool and the food and drinks were all so good!

The most amazing hotel we've ever stayed in. We had a corner suite, room 86 with a private pool.

Artion Boutique by Enorme
★★★

★★★

9.2

Outstanding

(763 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"We had a truly wonderful experience. The room was clean and comfortable with a balcony, making it easy to relax and unwind. The attention to detail in maintaining cleanliness was evident, and the bed was plush and inviting, ensuring a restful sleep...." (10/10)

RestaurantTerraceNon-smoking roomsRoom serviceIroning serviceLuggage storageSafety deposit boxSoundproof rooms

4 room types available

Junior Suite - Courtyard View

Signature Double Room - Courtyard View

Lux Suite With Jacuzzi

Premium Suite

9.2

Outstanding

763 reviews

We had a truly wonderful experience. The room was clean and comfortable with a balcony, making it easy to relax and unwind. The attention to detail in maintaining cleanliness was evident, and the bed was plush and inviting, ensuring a restful sleep. The garden was filled with flowers and plants that filled the air with the warmth of the day. The breakfast buffet had variety of options ranging from fresh fruits and pastries to hot dishes like eggs and bacon. Friendly staff and happy to help, always asking if we were okay. Additionally, the ambiance of the room contributed to a peaceful night’s rest. It was quiet, with no disturbances, allowing for uninterrupted sleep. The soft linens and supportive mattress added to the overall comfort, making the stay even more enjoyable. The hotel is just a walk distance to the most attractions and bus 20 to Palace of Knossos (bus stops are about five minutes from the hotel). Do not be discouraged by the Google Maps view of the street. It’s a very safe and peaceful. Overall, I highly recommend this hotel for anyone seeking a clean, comfortable, and peaceful place to stay. The combination of cleanliness, comfort, and tranquility made for an excellent experience.

The staff was wonderful and kid and so helpful. The breakfast was delicious. The room was beautiful - very efficient/smart use of a small space. It didn't feel crowded at all, and it was wonderfully decorated. The location is unbeatable - which is why I went for this hotel in the first place - and I just loved being able to walk around no problem. I found free parking in a side street - if you have a small car, it is definitely doable. You might need to drive and circle around for 5-10 minutes, but you will be able to find a spot, no doubt. I think it was mainly the first person who greeted me at the reception who immediately put me at ease - those first encounters are so important to set the tone. I stayed for one night so that I could get to the airport on that side of the island easily.

Impeccably clean. Pretty good area to stay. Comfortable beds and a nice view from the balcony. They have very helpful and lovely staff. We received a lot of help from Nicole to book into this accommodation as we couldn't stay at our original accommodation due to it smelling of mould and being infested with mosquito. Nicole went above and beyond. She even showed us the room before we booked to make sure it was up to our standards after what we went through with the previous place.

We booked this very last minute due to a cancelled flight and had a lovely one-night stay. Our room came with a jacuzzi, which was pretty ideal on a huge balcony. The hotel is walking distance from pretty much everything in the town but far enough to be quiet at night. The staff were great, we got fantastic recommendations for restaurants and help getting to/from the airport. The room was very modern, clean, well decorated and contained everything we wished for.

A Truly Exceptional Stay I had the pleasure of staying at this amazing hotel, and it exceeded all expectations. The room was beautifully designed, offering both style and comfort, and its spacious layout made for a truly relaxing experience. The breakfast was nothing short of excellent, with a variety of delicious options to start the day right. Every aspect of the stay reflected thoughtful hospitality and high-quality service. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a perfect getaway!

Kastro Hotel
★★★

★★★

9.1

Outstanding

(2559 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"I stayed at the hotel for what was essentially a 3-day domestic business trip. I have to say I was really pleased by my experience! The room was exactly what I expected based on the description - comfortable, with a desk, a mini-fridge and a rather..." (10/10)

TerraceMassage servicesLounge areaNon-smoking roomsSecured parkingTour desk24-hour securityFront desk (limited hours)

4 room types available

Double Or Twin Room - City View

Triple Room - City View

9.1

Outstanding

2559 reviews

I stayed at the hotel for what was essentially a 3-day domestic business trip. I have to say I was really pleased by my experience! The room was exactly what I expected based on the description - comfortable, with a desk, a mini-fridge and a rather spacious bathroom, while the cleaning services did a thorough job daily. Although few and brief, my interactions with the staff all went rather smoothly. The best part was, surprisingly, the breakfast! Guests are absolutely spoiled for choice, ranging from classic breakfast ingredents like toast bread, butter & marmelade to local white cheeses (φέτα, ξινομυζήθρα, τυροκαυτερή), raw or boiled vegetables, olive oil and other Cretan products and healthy stuff! As someone who doesn't usually eat breakfast or rave about food, I haven't seen such variety of options at any hotel I have visited in other Greek islands, so I felt compelled to comment on it. I have no negatives to point out, so all in all, I had a lovely stay, and I would definitely recommend the hotel to anyone visiting Heraklion. Ευχαριστώ!

This was the best stay I have ever had in Irakleio. From the moment we entered, we were warmly greeted by a charming gentleman, informing us on all the details. When we got into our room, I was amazed that we had paid so little for so much. Beautifully decorated, clean, perfect matress and pillows. Our friends had a room next to us, which was different, and equally beautiful. In the evening we walked to the centre which was so close. The breakfast was superb! Highly recommended. On the 5th floor there is also a roof garden, also well designed where I could enjoy my cigarette, with a fabulous view. I wish I could have stayed and slept there for much much longer! I rested well in the large comfortable bed. Well done to Kastro. You are brilliant!!!!! Thank you!!!!

Room was very clean. The Sheets changed every day. Room was always tidy. Bathroom was clean every day shows attention to it. All appliances were clean and new. Air conditioning worked perfectly. The only problem"" No fox American English station on TV. Only CNN and Blumberg business. The breakfast and offered were plenty and coffee was excellent (two machines) Pancakes,Scrambled Eggs Tomato and Sausage. Fresh fruit,Butter for toast,Rolls,Bacon.Very tasty.For the price for a room who get allot for your money! YES. I reccommend this hotel.

The man at the desk was very friendly and helpful. Our room was on the top floor (5th). Once we understood how the elevator worked and how to get in the room we had no issues or problems. The room was very clean and efficient for our needs. The hotel was just a couple of blocks away from the main area of restaurants and shops. Just far enough so you didn’t hear the nightlife but very close to it if that is what you like.

Kastro Hotel is centrally located one block from shops and restaurants. We walked the 12 minutes from the ferry port on arrival with no problem, basically a flat walk. We took a 10 euro taxi ride to the bus station on departure. A 10/15 minute walk to the Archeological Museum and a 20 minute local bus ride from there to Knossos. A very comfortable hotel with lift, good buffet breakfast and friendly, helpful staff.

Galaxy Iraklio Hotel
★★★★★

★★★★★

9.1

Outstanding

(2292 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"Liked: Room: Good air con, lovely balcony with pool view. Dining: Excellent breakfast & dinner buffets. (Greek yoghurt with fresh honeycomb, chicken cacciatore, roasted asparagus, wonderful cake selection). Pool menu: good chicken gyros, avocado..." (8/10)

RestaurantTerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesFamily roomsHammamJapanese garden

12 room types available

Superior Double Or Twin Room With Pool View

Executive Double Room With Pool View

Superior Triple Room With Pool View

Superior Double Or Twin Room With City View

9.1

Outstanding

2292 reviews

Liked: Room: Good air con, lovely balcony with pool view. Dining: Excellent breakfast & dinner buffets. (Greek yoghurt with fresh honeycomb, chicken cacciatore, roasted asparagus, wonderful cake selection). Pool menu: good chicken gyros, avocado salad. Evening dining area: beautiful romantic atmosphere. Pool: Lots of sunbeds, relaxing chillout music, refreshing pool big enough for several people. Poolside coffee came with biscuits. In the heat of the day we were offered complimentary fruit-infused water. Going out: Buses to Knossos & Archaeological Museum leave nearby. Staff were happy to recommend a sports bar & beach. Customer service: Staff usually approachable & eager to please & if we had a problem Anna & her management team went out of their way to apologise & make things better. Didn’t like: Full-board lunch being a 3-course meal; would have preferred the lighter pool menu. Very laid-back food service in 2nd floor restaurant & by the pool; the quality of the food usually made it worth the wait but it would have been a more 5-star experience if it had arrived sooner. Staff being defensive in response to minor complaints. It would have been better if all staff were as open to feedback as the management team. Final comment: Despite a couple of small issues, overall we really enjoyed ourselves at the Galaxy Hotel & we’d easily recommend it to family & friends; it’s a beautifully designed, relaxing place with attentive staff, lovely food & a decent pool.

Friendly helpful staff, across the board. Excellent varied breakfast with decent breakfast hours. Lovely pool - large enough for recreational and cooling off purposes and nicely laid out pool area. Good cocktail mixing skills. Comfortable quiet rooms with efficient air conditioning (our rooms faced the pool). I've seen some comments on here complaining about size of rooms, all I can say is, unless you're expecting a country house hotel (which this clearly isn't) then I'm not sure what the issue is. It's a convenient location, easy walking distance to the heart of town and the archaeological museum, even in the heat. Lots of nice restaurants within 5 minutes. Long story short, would definitely stay again if we return to Heraklion.

This hotel entirely met our expectations. The breakfast was good with lots of variety for everyone in our travelling party, which included kids. Having access to the pool and gym was great. The rooms were compact, which was not unexpected. For a family of four we had to get two connecting rooms which worked. We also had extended family travelling with us so to be together we really had to meet in one of the public reception or pool areas because the rooms were too small. My son had a birthday party while we were there and the hotel gave us a cake and facilitated our small celebration in the reception lounge. The are a couple os simple places to eat nearby and only a short walk to the central restaurant and shopping district. There is a park, with children’s playground on the way which was also of use to us. It might have been nice to stay closer to the centre but the trade off would have likely been the pool and gym. The walk there wasn’t long or hard.

The hotel is modern and airy, air conditioned and has elevators. The pool area is lovely and has a bar and they can organise snacks for you delivered to the pool. The breakfasts were delicious and the staff were excellent especially Anna who was the head staffer in charge at our breakfasts. They had an upstairs patio bar and cafe and the head staffer Natalie was also so hospitable and made us extremely welcome. The hotel was a 15 minute walk to the old town pedestrian centre and the hop on hop off bus stopped about 15 metres away from the hotel. There was a supermarket about 200 metres away. I would return here in a heart beat.

Definitely the fanciest hotel we stayed at on our trip. The service is on a very high level and we were given lots of amenities like a bottle of wine, snacks, water and olive oil. The breakfast is really nice and the service at the restaurant exceptional. The recommended good restaurant for us and they were very pleasant about having us store bags and hang out at the pool on the day we checked out since our plane was departing late. The pool temperature was perfect and felt great on a hot day. The location was an easy bus ride to Knossos Palace.

Yianna Caravel Suites "by Checkin" adults only
★★★★

★★★★

9.1

Outstanding

(492 reviews)

Amoudara Herakliou

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"I have had room `Deluxe Suite with Sea View` with breakfast and dinner included. The room was very comfortable and view from it was just perfect. For breakfast you can choose something already prepared in the main hall or order outside omelette and..." (10/10)

RestaurantTerraceSnorkeling on siteSpa servicesFamily roomsJapanese gardenScuba diving on siteBeach yoga on site

7 room types available

Deluxe Double Room - Garden View

Junior Suite - Garden View

Junior Suite With Hot Tub - Sea View

9.1

Outstanding

492 reviews

I have had room `Deluxe Suite with Sea View` with breakfast and dinner included. The room was very comfortable and view from it was just perfect. For breakfast you can choose something already prepared in the main hall or order outside omelette and pancakes. For dinner you can select something from menu (starter and main course) including dessert and salad - this menu is different every day. The food was very delicious and I even had a lunch there. My room was cleaned and also bedclothes were changed every day. They will not do that only if you do not provide access to your room (for example you will stay in your room during cleaning which is usually from the morning till about 3pm, but I am not sure about exact time). What I appreciated that you are able to order any meal from their restaurant menu to your room.

Hôtel de grande qualité et qui mérite grandement ces 4 étoiles. Loin devant les hôtels se situant dans les alentours. Restaurant où toute la cuisine est faite maison, et particulièrement bonne. Des transats bord de mer gratuits en échange d’une consommation, avec un personnel à l’écoute et toujours souriant. Le petit déjeuner est copieux et vous pouvez choisir et demander ce que vous souhaitez. Des prix très interessant au niveau des repas, et beaucoup de choix. Proche des commerces, accessible par la plage, service de taxi, de bus et wifi gratuit partout dans l’hôtel et sur la plage. Le personnel à l’accueil se plie en 4 pour répondre à vos demandes sans jamais réclamer d’argent. Seul point négatif pour ma part, la douche qui était légèrement usée, cela dit c’est vraiment chipoter car tout était parfait.

Sehr schönes Hotel vor tollem Strand und mit bestem Speise- und Getränkeangebot. Ich war 10 Tage im Yianna und das Personal war jederzeit sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Das Essen war ausgezeichnet. Zum Frühstück am ersten Tag unbedingt einmal nachfragen, ich habe erst am zweiten Tag gesehen, dass auch frische Eierspeisen und Pfannkuchen auf Wunsch draussen zubereitet werde. Als Alleinreisende habe ich mich sehr sicher gefühlt. Der Strand ist wunderbar und es weht fast immer ein angenehmer Wind. Auch mal stärker und die Surfer genießen es. Man kann SUPs direkt am Strand ausleihen, Liegen sind für Hotelgäste kostenfrei. Es werden verschiedene Massagen angeboten. In Fussnähe ist ein Minimarkt und Bushaltestellen für öffentlichen Bus und Sightseeingbus. Transfers mit dem Taxi waren sehr unkompliziert und angenehm. Tipp: unbedingt für Ausflüge und Tipps im Hotel nachfragen. Habe ich leider zu spät gemacht.

Yianna is the best choice for the people who wanna spend vacation near the sea, in a clean and comfortable place. 🏖 All the staff is welcoming, kind and helpfull. They make you feel like at home !! 🏠 Really, i felt very very calm and happy there,what i think is important. The room was big enough,clean with a balcony, sea view and everything U need. 🏨🌊 FOOD - one of the best i've ever eaten before!! For the breakfast a buffet is served and dinner is chosen from the menu. 🍳🥗 I have to mention delicious coctails too 🥃🍹 To each their own, but if you are looking for something perfect go with these guys ! 👌 I don't use to visit same places more times but in this case I'll make an exception. Good luck 🍀

The staff was exceptional—always friendly and polite, making our stay truly enjoyable. The food was outstanding, and we particularly loved the breakfast buffet, which offered a delightful variety of delicious options. Our spacious ground-floor room was impeccably cleaned every day and featured a relaxing jacuzzi, along with a private mini-yard that provided direct access to the beach and outdoor restaurant. The bed was incredibly comfortable, topped with the best pillows I’ve ever experienced—I slept like a baby! The WiFi was impressively strong, allowing us to connect even at the beach, which was a fantastic bonus. Plus, a supermarket was just a 5-minute walk away, and the bus station to the city center was conveniently located right across from it.

Nuovo Crete By Sea
★★★

★★★

9

Outstanding

(650 reviews)

Amoudara Herakliou

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"Amazing stay and to prove that I only went twice to have lunch and dinner outside the resort. Amazing pool and bar experience, prices were reasonable if you think about the service included overall. Very well connected with the bus to go to..." (10/10)

RestaurantTerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesSnorkeling on siteFamily roomsScuba diving on siteBeach yoga on site

4 room types available

9

Outstanding

650 reviews

Amazing stay and to prove that I only went twice to have lunch and dinner outside the resort. Amazing pool and bar experience, prices were reasonable if you think about the service included overall. Very well connected with the bus to go to Heraklion city centre and airport. Few minutes walking outside the resort you can find some local restaurants along the main road, souvenirs shops and little grocery shops. I loved the breakfast included, you could also have lunch while sunbathing in the beach, waiters are there to get your orders without having to stand up. The main pool is also amazing as it doesn’t get that crowded, there are sun beds, sofas, poufs scattered along the pool. Overall very clean and lovely staff! My family loved it, it was a super relaxing stay, I already recommended it to everyone!

Wir hatten eine Suite im Penthouse. Einen sehr großen Balkon mit toller Aussicht rundum. Aufs Meer zur einen Seite sowie rundum über ganz Ammoudara. Die Zimmer waren super. Da Bett hervorragend. Die Regendusche war ein Traum. Die Kleine Küche war auch gut ausgestattet. Frühstück ala Carte im Partner Hotel direkt am Strand. Da gabs auch einen tollen Pool mit Poolbar und Restaurant. Die Sunbeds waren im Preis mit dabei. Alles in allem eine empfehlenswerte Locatuon. Wir würden auf jeden Fall wieder buchen.

Very nice hotel, very nice room with a large balcony to eat something with a sea view. The near by Enorme Teatro where the swimming pool is located was about 3 minutes away by the sea. Cocktails and food are delicious and they serve you near the pool or the beach so very nice service.

The hotel was close to the beach (I could watch the sea from my bed) but also quiet. It was pristine clean with service every day. Every employee of the hotel is very kind and speaks English well. Breakfast was delicious and the beach totally exceeded my expectations - clean, comfy sunbeds, turquoise to deep blue water, well maintained facilities and it's not crowded like other nearby beaches. We could swim in the water most of the days, there are waves but it just makes it more fun. The pool is also nice and clean. There are many car rental services nearby but it's easy to reach Heraklion or Knossos by bus, tickets are sold in local supermarket. There are many restaurants around to choose from and food is delicious. Initially we have planned to do more day trips but we mostly stayed on the beach and relaxed because it was so good.

ROOM: Very spacious and beautiful modern rooms with big balcony, confy beds with 4 big pillows, great wifi in room. Many small things included (capsule coffe machine refilled daily, wine opener, safe included etc) FACILITIES: 2 minute walk to beach restauraunt/bar, pool and beach chairs, very beautiful modern boho style. Everything free to use for guests. Breakfast also served there BREAKFAST&COFFEE: Fabelous. It is 'a la carte' breakfast - you order from menu whatever you like and they start preparing it ( yes it takes little time but you get freshly prepared food, view and vibe there was so beautiful just enjoy really good and quality coffee until waiting). Breakfast menu had great variety (even if you are intolerant to something or vegan etc)

DOM Boutique Hotel
★★★★

★★★★

9

Outstanding

(2203 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"We stayed for 2 weeks using it as a base to visit museums in Heraklion and for visiting the south and east of the island. The hotel is in the centre of the city, ideal for sightseeing and restaurants, but in a very built up area. Parking is at a..." (10/10)

TerraceLounge areaNon-smoking roomsSecured parkingTour desk24-hour securityFacilities for disabled guestsFront desk (limited hours)

5 room types available

Business Double Room - Courtyard View

Deluxe Double Or Twin Room - City View

Junior Suite With Hot Tub - City View

Double Room - Disability Access - Courtyard View

9

Outstanding

2203 reviews

We stayed for 2 weeks using it as a base to visit museums in Heraklion and for visiting the south and east of the island. The hotel is in the centre of the city, ideal for sightseeing and restaurants, but in a very built up area. Parking is at a premium in this area, with cars parked absolutely everywhere around the hotel. The hotel has a great arrangement with a valet parking lot, literally across the street from them which worked perfectly for us. We stayed in a Business Room, Courtyard View which was very compact with just enough storage and the view from a tiny balcony was of another buildings wall a few metres away. If you would like somewhere to sit outside, then this room is not suitable and did detract from our otherwise lovely stay in this hotel. If staying for a couple of nights it would be appropriate, but if we were staying as long again, we would pay extra and take a larger room with a balcony at the front of the building. The staff were amazing, so kind, friendly and helpful making us feel "at home" during our stay. They worked such long hours, but nothing was too much trouble. On the last night as we had stayed so long, they provided a lovely surprise gift which was so kind of them. Breakfast was more than adequate with continual restocking of the buffet. There is also a small bar just off the reception area. We enjoyed staying at this hotel and would use it again.

The Dom hotel was amazing! We had a car, so the parkade across the street was perfect for us. We left the keys there and the staff of the parkade brought the car up every day. Getting to the room was beautiful, we were so welcomed coming in and they had a lemon juice ready for us to sit and enjoy before going up. We sat and talked to the receptionist for a bit while cooling down with our lemon drinks. They left us special snacks in the room as well to enjoy which was so lovely. Our suite had an amazing rooftop patio to watch the sunrise and sunset above most of the buildings and a panoramic view while we sat in the hot tub. There was a nice cover over the deck to stay out of the sun as well. Overall the staff were amazing and the place was very lovely. We would stay again

We stayed at Dom Boutique for 3 nights and loved it. We stayed in room 601 - highly recommend booking one of the two suites as the balcony was wonderful. My parents stayed in a triple and were also very happy with their room as it was spacious. The staff were friendly and helpful. The breakfast buffet had plenty of choices. The hotel itself is quiet but in the center of Heraklion. It is a short distance walking to the port, the Lion’s Fountain, nearby shopping, and many restaurants. We were thrilled with the location and did not need a car. It is only 15E to take a taxi to Knossos from the hotel. My parents are older and thus the elevators at Dom Boutique were essential. The beds were very comfortable. If we return to Heraklion, we would definitely stay here again. Best to book directly with the hotel if possible.

My husband and I stayed here for a few nights during our honeymoon. That being said, we did have one of the best rooms in the hotel, the top floor suite. We highly recommend that suite. It is very up to date and practical, and the balcony is amazing. You have your own private balcony and it’s fairly big, with a great sunset view and a hot tub. The hotel itself has a great location, being very close to many restaurants and the port. The only thing that put a little bit of a damper on our stay was that the building next-door had someone who neglected their pet. The dog was on the roof top all day and all night which was a big concern for me being a pet lover. That is not something that can control I understand, but definitely a little sad to see that.

The breakfast was very good with a wide variety of fresh options to suit every taste. From freshly baked pastries and breads to a nice selection of fruits, cheeses, and hot dishes, everything was delicious and beautifully presented. The coffee was excellent, and the staff made sure everything was constantly replenished. It was the perfect way to start each day. The location of the hotel was ideal, close to everything we wanted to see, and the two courtesy bottles of water provided daily were a thoughtful touch that added to our comfort. Marianna at the front desk went above and beyond, arranging a private tour for us that turned out to be truly memorable. Overall, a wonderful stay with great service, comfort, and attention to detail. Highly recommend!

Ibis Styles Heraklion Central
★★★★

★★★★

9

Outstanding

(2603 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"A wonderful hotel to return to, situated in the heart of the Heraklion. Whether you're here for business or leisure, the convenience of being so centrally located really makes a huge difference. The rooms are spacious, impressively clean and..." (10/10)

RestaurantTerraceFamily roomsLounge areaNon-smoking roomsRoom serviceSecured parkingTour desk

5 room types available

Deluxe Room - Sea View

Classic Room - City View

Executive Room - City View

Standard Room With City View

9

Outstanding

2603 reviews

A wonderful hotel to return to, situated in the heart of the Heraklion. Whether you're here for business or leisure, the convenience of being so centrally located really makes a huge difference. The rooms are spacious, impressively clean and well-designed with divine beds and modern amenities. The highlight though is the exceptional staff. Every staff member was welcoming and friendly under the attention of the hotel manager Mr. Manolis. A rare personal care that made all the difference in my experience. Definitely a hotel at the top of my list.

The room was very spacious, well kept, and the breakfast was exceptional compared to other hotels in the area. This was by far the best priced and exceeded our expectations. Parking was very easy as well. Staff was friendly and worked with us as we needed to book an additional night last minute. Don't miss the opportunity to stay here if they have availability!

Fantastic location, 2 min walk to main streets and shops,bars and restaurants.Valet parking under the hotel included and nice breakfast.We had a suite and seperate air-conditioning in both areas which was great.The room had robes slippers,fridge and all the usual amenities.I have to say it exceeded our expectations and lovely staff!

Hotel was very accommodating. Very central to both the port and the city center. Easy walk to shops and restaurants. Comfortable and the staff was very friendly. The AC was a little touch and go, but managed.

Our rooms were comfortable, clean and well appointed. The staff at the hotel were welcoming, friendly, helpful and accommodating. I would definitely recommend the Ibis Styles Hotel in Central Heraklion and look forward to returning.

Metropole Urban Hotel
★★★★

★★★★

8.9

Superb

(1849 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"The room was by far the best we had during our trip. The ammenities, the size, the balcony, it was all top notch! It was also very very well cleaned. The fact that the hotel had a pool and available parking was also quite the plus!" (8/10)

Massage servicesFamily roomsNon-smoking roomsRoom serviceTour deskCoffee ShopSnack bar/deliFront desk (limited hours)

7 room types available

Deluxe Room With Balcony And City View

Superior Connecting Rooms With Balcony And City View

Junior Suite With Outdoor Jetted Tub And Side Sea View

8.9

Superb

1849 reviews

The room was by far the best we had during our trip. The ammenities, the size, the balcony, it was all top notch! It was also very very well cleaned. The fact that the hotel had a pool and available parking was also quite the plus!

The location was excellent. It is near the famous cathedral Agios Minas. It is very close to the center and there are lots of restaurants and cafes nearby. Supermarkets are 2-5 mins walk away. There is a bus stop in front of the cathedral. We had the superior room and the room was seeing the cathedral and square. We could also see a little bit of a sea view from the other side of the balcony between the buildings :) It was nice to sit on the balcony and look at the view both in the day and night. The room, beds, sheets, towels everything was clean. The cleaning staff was doing exceptional work everyday and they are also so friendly :) The bed and pillows were comfortable. The staff was so helpful, friendly and caring. They answered all of our questions. They were willing to spend extra effort and time to help us out in the best way possible. They let us to leave our luggages in the lobby until the check in time and also after the check out till we left for our flight. The breakfast was nice. It was in the cafe under the hotel. They have a few options of pastries and breads, eggs (boiled, fried, scrambled), coffee, orange juice, a few types of cheese, yogurt and chopped fruits etc. The stuff of the cafe also was so friendly and service was exceptional.

We LOVED our stay at the Metropole! The location was perfect. We were a short walk away from the bustling city centre, but far enough away from the party so that we slept great, with no noise. The hotel is located next to a beautiful church and there are a few restaurants on the square. It's also steps away from the bus that takes you to the airport. You'll definitely want to be up for breakfast - it was outstanding. The menu featured eggs, sausage, bacon, pastries, olives, roasted red peppers, yogurt, and more. They also offered complimentary Greek coffee. The staff are friendly and the facilities, very clean. I would gladly stay at the Metropole again and give it my highest recommendation.

My balcony overlooked the piazza beside the city’s cathedral. Shade trees and small restaurants dot the edges, couples stroll there each evening, and children play in the area under the watchful eyes of their parents. Relaxing on the balcony with a glass of wine and watching them is delightful. Most significant sites in the old city center are within walking distance or a short ride on public transit. The hotel’s desk staff are all quite cheerful and ready to help. They certainly added to our enjoyment of Crete by suggesting a couple of side trips and pointing out excellent restaurants and shops.

Beautiful, new, boutique hotel in the perfect location near to where all the action is in Heraklion. Your view of the most beautiful cathedral is breathtaking. The hotel is well stocked with top notch clean towels and products, and the staff was so nice and helpful. Arranged all our transportation. We wanted for nothing with their help. Next to a bus stop that takes you straight to the airport if you’re not renting a car. If you have a car, parking is 5mins away. Super location. Super hotel!!!

Olive Green Hotel
★★★★

★★★★

8.8

Superb

(1445 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"This hotel cold plop itself in the middle of Paris and it would fit right in. Designed European-style, the shower, and toilet are in separate areas, as is the sink. TV stations (other than Greek) are mostly French (no CNN or BBC) There are..." (10/10)

RestaurantConcierge serviceFamily roomsPets allowedLounge areaNon-smoking roomsRoom serviceTour desk

7 room types available

Popular Executive Room - City View

Urban Executive Room - City View

Olive Green Club Elite Room - City View

8.8

Superb

1445 reviews

This hotel cold plop itself in the middle of Paris and it would fit right in. Designed European-style, the shower, and toilet are in separate areas, as is the sink. TV stations (other than Greek) are mostly French (no CNN or BBC) There are electrical outlets everywhere you need them. Amenities include a nice coffee/tea setup, and two bottles of water each day. My rooms’ (201) balcony overlooked a quiet little square surrounded by cafes. The breakfast buffet is superlative so don’t be in a rush, and take time enjoy everything. There is a coffee shop in the lobby which extends out onto the sidewalk. I particularly liked their pumpkin soup and bread service for a light dinner. Their iced coffees are delicious. They offer a 20% discount on food if staying at the hotel. The location is excellent - two short blocks to Heraklion’s Archaeological Museum and a 5 minute walk to the main pedestrian shopping area. You are in a little neighborhood and everything you might need is nearby: supermarket, self-service laundry, beauty salon, cute shops, etc. I would stay here again.

To be fair, the hotel isn't a 5 star hotel, so don't expect that. However for the location, service, food, comfort, I rate this highly at 5 stars. The room is a little different from what I am used to, whereby there isn't a separate bathroom. The toilet is separate, but the shower is in the room, and the sink is next to the pantry/closet area. The location is fantastic. Walking distance to everything at the centre of Hereklion, and just 10 mins from the pier where you can take the ferry. The service is excellent and the staff go out of their way to make your stay pleasant. The food in their cafe is nice, I had a superb dessert. The breakfast is so very good and we never have to eat lunch. The rooms are kept excellently clean. The bed is very comfy. I've stayed at many places in my travels and this hotel stands out for overall experience. I am very happy with my Crete holiday with Olive Green Hotel and I recommend it.

My husband and I chose the Olive Green Hotel based on other guest reviews and location within Heraklion. It did not disappoint. We were upgraded from a simple room to a room with a balcony which was very comfortable. Once I worked out the controls we were able to achieve a suitable temperature in the room. The shower is a unique design, being within a separate cubicle in the bedroom itself but definitely works. The beds were ideally comfortable. The reception staff were always very polite, friendly and helpful. The breakfast was ample with a great choice ranging from various cereals, dried fruit and nuts, hot choices with bacon, eggs etc, breads, Cretan rusks, marmalades, jams etc, juices and a decent tasting coffee. We used the restaurant/cafe a couple of times. Very good value for money, well presented and the staff were very pleasant and helpful. All in all I would recommend this hotel and if I have opportunity to visit Heraklion again I will choose to stay at the Olive Green Hotel.

We had a very pleasant stay at the Olive Green hotel. We stayed in it twice, once on the way in to Crete and before he headed back. Olive Green is a well appointed hotel in a very convenient location. It is easily accessible to all the interesting areas in Heraklion - the Archeological museum is a stone's throw away, and the port is about a 10 min walk. Tons of restaurants walkable from the hotel. The breakfast in the hotel was very nice. Its a great spread of Cretan items along with the usual fare. We really enjoyed trying out the different items. We got the executive room in one stay, and it was really nice with a wraparound balcony. The room itself is well appointed - has all the amenities in a compact and neatly setup spaces.

Loved this hotel. Super spacious and modern. After so many hotel with tiny showers, this offers a full room just for the shower! Olive Green is about a 10 minute walk from the Venetian Port. There’s a bunch of stuff to see and do there as well as shopping and restaurants. Our room overlooked a little courtyard, and there was a coffee shop restaurant right next to the hotel. The breakfast buffet in the morning was on the ground floor and the food was really good. It was also on longer than most other places breakfast buffets. It was really easy to get a taxi from the hotel and the airport and ferry port are about a 10 minute drive away. Would definitely stay in this hotel again!

Katalagari Country Suites
★★★★

★★★★

9.2

Outstanding

(394 reviews)

Archanes

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"Large apartments with everything you needed. Fabulous breakfast choice with seating area near pool . Lovely gardens and large pool. Peaceful. 7 mins walk to Katalagari village with 3 good places to eat in the evening...." (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolFamily roomsJapanese gardenNon-smoking roomsSecured parkingTour deskExercise/lap pool

4 room types available

Comfort Suite - Pool View

Premium Suite - Pool View

Superior Suite - Pool View

Family Suite - Pool View

9.2

Outstanding

394 reviews

Large apartments with everything you needed. Fabulous breakfast choice with seating area near pool . Lovely gardens and large pool. Peaceful. 7 mins walk to Katalagari village with 3 good places to eat in the evening.

Me and my friends spent a week in Katalagari Country Suites! We loved the whole atmosphere if the place, the easiness of how everything functions within this beautifully done complex with apartments and suites! The staff was top, absolutely amazing, we just loved everybody and they made you feel so at home! There was room cleaning every day and the cleanliness was perfect! There is a wonderful breakfast with variety of options, it is great for vegans as well! The pool area is great, the water is fresh and the hygiene is very high! During the day the restaurant of the complex is also open until certain time where you can order some food and drinks if you decided to have a day chilling around the pool and if you are not in a mood to explore around. The suits are nice too, they are equiped with most of the things you need for cooking, preparing coffee, you have a balcony or a patio where you can enjoy the wonderful view of the mountains ahead. You will definetely need a car to be able to reach this amazing complex and to be able to travel to the closest towns and villages but there are different options for dining within the villages around as well as grocery stores. You can always chose to drive to Heraklion too which is just around 20 minutes away. We found it very easy to travel around and find places. The whole island of Crete is wonderful to be explored! I would highly recommend this accomodation and I would visit it again at some point in future.

Very beautiful property, well-kept common areas and garden as well as the pool. Nice breakfast served on the pool patio with a very friendly and nice staff. The apartment was comfortable and spacious with a nice garden

The room was really spacious, thanks to the mezzanine where the bed was located, creating a very cool effect, both a romantic atmosphere and a space for a kitchenette. There was a fridge, a stove, and all the necessary accessories for preparing meals on our own. The balcony was fantastic, filled with the loud chirping of cicadas and overlooking the surrounding hills, allowing us to witness a stunning sunrise in the morning and relax at night after a day full of sightseeing and lazing on the beach during our vacation. The whole place was situated in an incredibly well-maintained and flower-filled environment; we truly admired the effort the gardener must have put into its upkeep. Additionally, there was a wonderfully blue pool where we could have our breakfasts. The breakfasts were surprisingly good, especially considering our previous experiences in Greece. Moreover, the staff was very friendly, with special greetings to the lady who welcomed us every day with incredible joy and shared her dreams of travelling to Peru. We wish her dreams come true!

Absolutely fabulous! Everything was excellent. Chrisoula and Sofia are wonderful ladies - real blessings- smiling, helpful, kind and generous. They go above and beyond - giving advice/recommendations of things to do/see as well as providing an amazing and copious breakfast and ensuring the rooms are clean and comfortable. Wonderful view and within walking distance of both Katalagari village(5 minutes) with 3 places to eat and drink and also Archanes village which is 45/60 minutes walk with shops, tavernas, a winery etc. The pool is great too! Our family had a fantastic holiday- thank you to all the team and God bless x

Sentido Amounda Bay
★★★★

★★★★

8.7

Superb

(974 reviews)

Amoudara Herakliou

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"Wonderful hotel in a nice location in Ammoudara. I can totally recommend the private pool rooms, especially the quieter ones like we had - really worth the money! Everyone from the staff was super nice and helpful, we'll definitely return once more...." (10/10)

RestaurantTerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesFamily roomsJapanese gardenPrivate beach nearbyLounge area

8.7

Superb

974 reviews

Wonderful hotel in a nice location in Ammoudara. I can totally recommend the private pool rooms, especially the quieter ones like we had - really worth the money! Everyone from the staff was super nice and helpful, we'll definitely return once more.

Amazing stay! Totally worth the price. Everything was perfect – great food, super friendly staff, and they were really careful with my lactose-free needs. Loved the private pool and the tennis court! Couldn’t have asked for a better stay!

Personnel was very helpful and kind. Especially the girls in reception. The bungalow with the private pool is just amazing. Plenty of food, snacks, and drinks during the day.

We stayed in the bungalow with private pool. Room was stunning and facilities were amazing. Staff are very helpful and accommodating

The staff was very accommodating, attentive and friendly. The rooms with access to the private pool were really nice.

Manili Boutique Suites & Villas
★★★★★

★★★★★

9

Outstanding

(408 reviews)

Archanes

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"beautiful design, high quality finishings. Lovely quiet courtyard pool, gorgeous retractable restaurant roof and convenient amenities in room like a fridge, slippers, espresso machine. we were even offered a free upgrade but chose to keep our small..." (10/10)

Infinity poolHeated poolRestaurantTerraceFamily roomsJapanese gardenNon-smoking roomsRoom service

9 room types available

Villa - Pool View

Deluxe Suite - Pool View

Double Room - Pool View

Junior Suite With Pool View

9

Outstanding

408 reviews

beautiful design, high quality finishings. Lovely quiet courtyard pool, gorgeous retractable restaurant roof and convenient amenities in room like a fridge, slippers, espresso machine. we were even offered a free upgrade but chose to keep our small room because it was directly on the pool with sun loungers we in practice made part of our suite.

Manili Boutique is a stunning hotel! It has an old charm but it’s very new with modern facilities and beautifully decorated rooms. The pool area is cosy, clean and comfortable. The staff are truly incredible and will always go the extra mile to meet your needs. A special thanks to Nikos who made our stay wonderful! The bar area is gorgeous and so handy to have on site, there’s live music and cocktails some nights which was brilliant. The location might not be for everyone, but we loved being in a quiet town with a lot of history. The main city is just a 20 minute drive away if you feel like venturing further afield. Cannot wait to come back!

The whole accommodation was seamlessly integrated into several streets in the Archanes village. The room and the whole complex had modern facilities, with a great attention to sustainability, but it also maintained the local vibe, and the typical cretan village architecture. The room was spacious, with big beds and all the facilities. It also had direct exit to one of the pools, which was blended in between the houses. The room had enough light, but also plenty of shade so the temperatures were pleasant without much effort. The breakfast was diverse and the staff was very helpful with all the information. The whole complex adds value to the whole village and makes the visit more authentic.

Cannot praise this place enough. Absolute bliss. We wanted a quiet but luxurious property to chill out for a week and Manili delivered on every front. Comfortable air conditioned rooms with our room opening out onto the pool. Staff were so friendly and accommodating and always so helpful when asking for recommendations. Quiet little village is a couple of minutes walk away with restaurants etc.. so perfect for an easy dinner. Also only 20 mins in a taxi to Heraklion if you want smarter restaurants and bars. Bar has excellent cocktails and drinks selection too. Iced coffee is also delicious. Recommend Boutari Vineyard nearby for a wine tasting too!

We absolutely loved everything about this hotel. It’s truly stunning! The design, the furnishings, the staff, it was all wonderful! The pool area is gorgeous! Such a peaceful place. Our room was small (we knew this when booking), but beautifully appointed. Everything you need for a relaxing stay. If you have large suitcases and lots of clothes with you, choose one on the larger rooms or suites. Breakfast was plentiful and delicious and the Bistro’s vibe, furnishings and food were delightful. Set in a lovely little town, with plenty of great restaurants, a short walk away. We had a great stay and would highly recommend.

Atrion Hotel
★★★

★★★

8.6

Superb

(2599 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"We had a week at the Atrion and loved it. Pros - really friendly staff and helpful staff. Our room was cleaned daily and was spotless. The breakfast was absolutely delicious with lots to choose from. We had an evening meal at the hotel which..." (10/10)

RestaurantTerraceConcierge serviceFamily roomsJapanese gardenLounge areaNon-smoking roomsRoom service

7 room types available

Triple Room - City View

Executive Suite With Sea View

Double Room - City View

8.6

Superb

2599 reviews

We had a week at the Atrion and loved it. Pros - really friendly staff and helpful staff. Our room was cleaned daily and was spotless. The breakfast was absolutely delicious with lots to choose from. We had an evening meal at the hotel which was also lovely. You can eat inside or outside and room service is available. We had a 'double superior room with balcony'; the balcony was huge and went round the room on two sides, with a view of the sea. Perfect location as it's so close to some attractions (museums, harbour and fortress), shops, supermarket and lots of restaurants/cafes. Cons - there is only room for two cars to park at the hotel. You might be lucky to get a space if you're back early in the day, about 2pmish. However, the staff directed us to Central Parking which was literally a 2 minute drive away and 5 minute walk. It's 15 Euros for 24 hours and is open 24/7 so you can park or collect your car at any time. You drive in and hand over your key. The parking staff then give you a receipt and take your car to park it. When you collect it show your receipt and your car will be brought round to you. The staff at the hotel gave us a discount card for 3 Euros off (I believe). If you are lucky enough to park at the hotel ask the staff for an Atrion Hotel compliment slip to put on your dashboard so you don't get a parking ticket as it's mostly residents parking around there.

Loved this hotel. We were here for 14 nights, and quite truthfully the Atrion was the perfect base for us. OK, the surrounding area might look a bit down at heel, but it’s full of atmosphere and only a short stroll (turning left) to Lions Square with all its touristy shops, or (turning right) the seafront, museums, and good local restaurants (Peskesi and Parasties are especially recommended for excellent Cretan menus). Our room at the Atrion was very comfortable and cleaned every day to a high standard by our lovely chambermaid Anna. The bathroom was a little on the small side, but everything worked, always lots of hot water and clean towels, so no complaints. Our bed was really comfortable, and although we were above a side street there was no noise at night and we slept like babies. Downstairs, the dining room was well laid out, breakfast was excellent - lots of it, varying from day to day - and the redoubtable Athena and Stella made sure everyone was happy. Needless to add, we shall be coming back again to the Atrion next year.

Our stay was excellent. We hosted several friends in the same hotel, who were completely satisfied. Τhe cleanliness of the rooms, the kindness of the staff in our every request was excellent. The reception staff had perfect behavior and immediacy in serving us. The breakfast was very good, delicious with a wide variety of options for each person. The hotel is located in an excellent location in the center of the city, close to the sea and also directly to the center of Heraklion. Τhank you very much

One of the best hotels I have ever stayed at, while travelling business! Very nice, at the best location in Heraklion city center, relaxing and quiet, clean, excellent service from the personnel, amazing breakfast with huge variety and good quality ! Overall definitely one of the best, matching the famous chains and brands in terms of service and quality, at the same time probably at a greater value than anything else ! Will stay there without a second thought, highly recommended!

I needed a place to stay for just one night in the town of Heraklion before catching an early morning ferry. I received an early check in, and the desk agent arranged a gluten-free breakfast box for the morning. The hotel is sparkling clean, and my dinner in the restaurant was delicious! The location is close to the port and just steps from the heart of downtown. I highly recommend a stay!

Infinity City Boutique Hotel
★★★

★★★

8.6

Superb

(3630 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"Me and my wife came partly for vacation, and I partly for a congress. The location was perfect and the hotel was much more affordable than the main venue of the congress, and it was 5 min on foot from there. Also, the location was about 5 min on..." (10/10)

Family roomsNon-smoking roomsTour desk24-hour securityBicycle-friendly propertyIroning serviceLuggage storageSafety deposit box

5 room types available

Special Offer Double Or Twin Room

Triple Room With Balcony

Double Room With Partial Sea View

8.6

Superb

3630 reviews

Me and my wife came partly for vacation, and I partly for a congress. The location was perfect and the hotel was much more affordable than the main venue of the congress, and it was 5 min on foot from there. Also, the location was about 5 min on foot from city center or from the Archeological museum. All the staff was very friendly and helpful, but special mention goes to Marina and Niki - they helped to arrange day trips, car rental and also gave good advice on where to go to eat or just to have a nice chill out night. The breakfast was always the same, but very good (toast, eggs, vegetables, fruits, cheese, some hams and sausages, greek yoghurt, different pastries, as well as black tea, good coffee and juices). I especially liked when the staff congratulated to the cook for her birthday - they appear to be a well functioning and happy team. Oh yeah, and as an additional bonus, no mosquitos in Crete (early October 2025, so maybe that is part of the reason).

It was in a perfect location, clean, amazing staff, beautiful view of the port, breakfast provided….it was excellent. We were able to get an early check in which was excellent because I was sick with a horrible cold and we were flying out early the next day. I felt horrible so my husband asked the front desk where he could get take away soup for dinner. The staff told him not to worry and took care of it. Not long after we got a knock on our door and a loc restaurant delivered the best chicken soup, fresh bread roll and Greek salad! It was exactly what we needed. They ordered a limo for the next morning and staff stood and made sure we found the spot and waved us off. I could have cried with their kindness. The front desk and kitchen staff were so amazing, kind and compassionate. We were overwhelmed with their kindness. Thank thank thank you! Highly recommend!

We ended up in this sweet hotel after 24 hours of no sleep in the airport when our flight back home was cancelled. I was looking for some place in Heraklion to have some breakfast and bed, as the flight was planned within the next 8 hours. Lovely guy at the reception desk (I don’t remember your name, but if you are reading this- thank you so much!) agreed to give us a room at early check in and a very pleasant price. When our flight has been delayed again and we decided to stay until morning we paid another small amount and stayed until the checkout time. The room is cosy and clean. They have really delicious breakfast ( even plant milk is available!) Location is outstanding: in the heart of Heraklion, so we experienced the city atmosphere and had wonderful time while waiting for our flight back home.

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is absolutely perfect, just a short walk from the city center, which made exploring so convenient. The hotel itself was very comfortable, and the staff were all incredibly friendly and accommodating. One thing I’d like to note, though not as a criticism of the hotel or staff, is that the room didn’t come with slippers, and they don’t provide a shaving kit or dental kit. This was a bit surprising to me, but it’s more of a heads-up for future guests—make sure to pack these items for your own comfort! For instance, we didn’t think to bring slippers with us. Despite this, my overall experience at the hotel was excellent, and I’d definitely recommend it to others!

We spent only one night in this hotel, but we really enjoyed our stay. The location is very good 10 minutes from the Airport and walking distance from the City centre. The hotel was very nice, clean and the breakfast was delicious. Staff was very helpful and friendly. We arrived late night after the check-in time, but the access to our room was well organised. Before our arrival the communication was excellent from the hotel, they let us know about everything. Highly recommend them. Thank you again. :)

Gorgona Hotel
★★★

★★★

8.6

Superb

(523 reviews)

Balíon

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"We spent a week of vacation with our family at Hotel Gorgona, and we had three rooms reserved. It was an excellent choice! The hotel is actually even more beautiful than in the photos. It has been renovated and is very tastefully and modernly..." (10/10)

RestaurantSwimming poolFamily roomsJapanese gardenNon-smoking roomsSecured parkingExercise/lap poolBeach club nearby

3 room types available

Standard Room With Side Sea View

Triple Room

Quadruple Room

8.6

Superb

523 reviews

We spent a week of vacation with our family at Hotel Gorgona, and we had three rooms reserved. It was an excellent choice! The hotel is actually even more beautiful than in the photos. It has been renovated and is very tastefully and modernly furnished. Each room has air conditioning, a fridge, a kettle, and cups. And it’s not just the rooms that are beautiful, but also the surroundings of the hotel and the pool. The pool is spacious, and the water is really clean. The area around the pool is very clean and well thought out. There are comfortable loungers, and you can choose between sun or shade — they even bring you drinks or refreshments to the pool. The food at the tavern is excellent and at a reasonable price, and you can enjoy it in a beautiful shady area under the trees. The sea is just a 2-minute walk away. The hotel is in a quiet location; nothing disturbed us, and all around there are plenty of shops, taverns, and car rental services. The entire hotel and its surroundings were exceptionally clean. It is run by a kind and helpful family. We really liked it here and are already looking forward to our next stay. 10 out of 10. Thank you for making our Crete holiday unforgettable.

What can we say the holiday was lovely from start to finish. All the staff are very friendly..hotel excellent.. Accommodation is absolutely spotless. Housekeeping & all staff do an excellent job of keeping this hotel accommodation,pool area bar and restaurant spotless, restaurant & bar service is excellent and staff very attentive..food good, drinks very strong. pool spotlessly clean and in a lovely setting, only 2min stroll to the beach, we wouldn't hesitate to stop at Gorgona Hotel again...10/10 Oh and not forgetting the budgies and then the resident turtles/fish in the mermaid fountain, a lovely touch 😀 fabulous relaxing place

Location, people who work there, lots of open space, the food and the prices, swimming pool, beach is 2 min on foot (best beach in Bali), calm and cosy dining area with natural roof made of leaves, RAKI 😋, the Sun, beds are king size and very comfortable, powerfull air con, wi fi working with no problems even at the pool, its nice and quiet, super market 1min on foot. From what we saw this was the best place in the whole town hands down.

Excellent location in the north, 2mn from the beach , beautiful swimming pool, and amazing family Hotel & Best restaurant o n the pool wellknown from all - charming environment hold by a very nice family who is completly dedicated to your stay and non stop cleaning the whole property! The restaurant has incredible fresh local and international food including great fish with reasonable prices compare to all others restauranta on north cost - THIS IS THE ADRESS WHERE TO STAY AND EAT!

A very good hotel with very good taverna and a wonderful pool. The hotel was very clean, (they clean the room every day), with a good staff and a very good position, 30 m from the sea. You can stay on the beach or at the pool. The food was delicious and the prices were cheaper than the other tavernas.

Anatoli Apartments
★★

★★

9.5

Exceptional

(284 reviews)

Agia Pelagia

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"We wanted a stop which is close to the Ocean, has a swimming Pool because of our Kid and is Not that far from the Airport of Heraklion for our last three Nights of our cretan Trip. We didnt expect that we would be so suprised and happy about our..." (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolSnorkeling on siteFamily roomsJapanese gardenScuba diving on siteRoom serviceWater sports equipment

3 room types available

Studio - Pool View

Family Studio - Pool View

Apartment - Split Level - Pool View

9.5

Exceptional

284 reviews

We wanted a stop which is close to the Ocean, has a swimming Pool because of our Kid and is Not that far from the Airport of Heraklion for our last three Nights of our cretan Trip. We didnt expect that we would be so suprised and happy about our decision to stay at Anatoli Apartments. Mary and her Husband are super Welcoming Hosts. The Apartment and the facilities are super clean and Nice. You can decide if you swim in the Pool or take 5 steps and just dip in the Ocean. The breakfast was awesome and you get Everything You Need also in the small Pool Bar during the day. No wish Remains Unfilled :). If you ever get the Chance to be a guest of Mary and her Husband - go for it :)

Anatoli's Apartments Hotel is the perfect place to stay in Agia Pelagia. Mary kindly welcomed us at the reception and showed us everything we need to know. The atmosphere at the hotel is very family friendly and pleasant. We were a couple with 2 children, and we stayed in a family room, with a lovely gallery floor. The apartment is smartly designed, it is incredibly comfortable and spacious. The kitchen is fully equipped and allows you to cook yourself. Spacious shower, good air conditioning, lots of storage space, balcony overlooking the pool. In short, a wonderful place! In addition to all this, the hotel is located 30 seconds from the special beach of Agia Pelagia. Although the beach and promenade are very crowded, the hotel maintains peace and tranquility. There is a supermarket right next to the hotel. The entire staff is welcoming, and every day we had our room cleaned up! We also enjoyed eating the good dishes of the pool bar. We will definitely be back to visit!

Spent 10 nights at this wonderful hotel. Mary and Nikos do everything to make your stay perfect. Incredibly good cleaning, which happens every day, changing towels as often as you want and wish, making beds about every third day. Large and well-planned apartment with modern stove, refrigerator with freezer compartment. Comfortable beds for being Greece. Close to the beach, it takes just 40 seconds to go from the hotel. And it's forbidden too reserve sunbeds at the pool, and I love that. Nikos and Mary make the best drinks, and they do all the little extras for you to make you happy. Good simple dishes are available for purchase at their pool bar. Affordable. Breakfast is also available for purchase. We will definitely be back, hopefully next summer ❤️ Thank you Mary and Nikos for your wonderful hospitality.

So first of all the location is the absolute best, walk to beach in 30 seconds and all restaurants. The facilities are so comfortable, clean and well managed. The beds had great mattresses and really nice deck to sit and relax. The pool was big and had lots of lounge chairs. What made it so wonderful was Mary and her staff that works there, top notch service. You will not be disappointed. Also breakfast and a pool bar that serves great snacks and had great cocktails. I could have lived here for a month. Most beautiful beach so close. Best place we stayed in Crete during our travels.

Everything was great! The host - cheerfull, smiling, ready to answer any question! The welcome lemonade - oh! that was really good! - saved me after the long drive. The apartment - spotless clean! Cleaning and change of the towels every day. Everything you need at the kitchen, including a good pan for frying :). Very spacious apartment with two A/C's (we actually used only one - that was sufficient). Not ideal but quite stable wifi connection. Pool and area around the pool. Location is just perfect! And parking available right by the hotel.

Capsis Astoria Heraklion
★★★★

★★★★

8.4

Very good

(934 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"We booked this hotel as we needed a base for a couple of days after flying into Heraklion at night and then getting the ferry to Santorini a couple of days later. We didn’t have any particular expectations for this accommodation, but we had a really..." (10/10)

RestaurantTerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesSnorkeling on siteFamily roomsPets allowed

9 room types available

Executive Double Room - Pool View

Junior Suite - Pool View

Executive Room For Guests With Special Needs And Abilities - Pool View

Special Offer Economy Room - Pool View

8.4

Very good

934 reviews

We booked this hotel as we needed a base for a couple of days after flying into Heraklion at night and then getting the ferry to Santorini a couple of days later. We didn’t have any particular expectations for this accommodation, but we had a really lovely surprise. When we arrived, the reception was clean, modern, and attractive. Check in was quick and easy- the staff were friendly. The room was nicely decorated and modern, with a lovely walk in shower. The air con worked perfectly and there was a fridge in the room for water etc. The location is perfect- a stones throw from the main town area. We didn’t find there to be any issues with noise- but perhaps we were lucky with our room. It is €10 to the port from the hotel if you get a taxi, and the hotel can call them for you almost instantly. We had a lovely afternoon by the pool- there was plenty of loungers, so no sun lounger wars. The pool is reasonably sized and deep, so you can properly cool off. We had a meal at the pool bar, both very good and reasonably priced (2 mains, 2 drinks €28). The portions were HUGE and we could have easily just shared one of the meals! Overall, we cannot fault our stay. It was incredibly good value for money- very easy, and great location. If you’re wanting a good base for exploring Heraklion, this is a perfect spot.

Location is fantastic, bus stops right outside or opposite the hotel for the airport and Knossos, tickets can be bought at the little shop by the stop or from automatic machines across the road. The centre is just around the corner for shopping and restaurants, you’re literally fantastically placed for everything. Sunrise from the front facing rooms are beautiful, so worth paying the supplement. Rooftop area is fantastic giving a more relaxed dimension to the hotel, much larger than I thought. The pool is a bonus, small but perfect for cooling off and quite a benefit as most city centre hotels don’t offer a pool. Breakfast is excellent. A large airy room looking out over the square with plenty of seating. Everything offered from Greek to international, fresh fruit buffet and cooked breakfast. Hotel is very clean and the room service done daily. The staff are friendly and helpful and welcoming. If we come back, we will definitely rebook here.

Excellent location! Highly recommend and I will be back! This place has very easy access to heart of downtown. I walked around for souvenir shopping, restaurant, grocery stores (AB Supermarket is 05 min walk!) Venetian pier, and to the Archeology museum. I took public bus from airport (1.10 Euro one way and runs every 15-20 min for about 15-30 min ride, Sept 2022 time) and to Palace of Knossos (1.50 Euro one way and bus stop right front of the hotel! ). Breakfast was delicious and great selections. Top deck pool was very nice, but I enjoy walking around town more, so did not spend much at this beautiful pool. Hotel had mini refrigerator which was great! Hair dryer and safe I can place my laptop was great help. AC worked very well! Hotel team were very friendly and helpful. Love to come back! Great location, comfortable, clean and excellent value.

Friendly staff Great buffet breakfast, very fresh and great variety. Excellent facilities. Allowed me to use the pool after I had checked out as I had time to kill before my flight. Lovely food and drinks at the bar by the roof top pool. Great luggage storage service and lobby. Excellent location near eateries, shops and transport. Airport bus stops across the road which made my transfer very easy.

Fantastic location next to archaeological museum and buses to everywhere, plus you are right in the centre of town for eating and exploring. Relaxing rooftop pool and cafe was a massive bonus. Room really nice. This hotel had everything we needed to make a short stay very enjoyable. Staff are kind and i appreciated being able to use the pool area while waiting for my late flight.

Kronos Hotel
★★

★★

8.4

Very good

(3081 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"The superb staff were incredibly friendly and super helpful, provided great recommendations for restaurants and excellent insights about archaeological and museum visits, and what to do around town. Had a fantastic view of sea and Koule Fortress from..." (10/10)

Lounge areaNon-smoking roomsTour desk24-hour securityFront desk (limited hours)Luggage storageSafety deposit boxCar hire

4 room types available

Double Or Twin Room With City View

Triple Room With City View

Double Or Twin Room With Sea View

"We had 2 rooms - one newly decorated room in the main building (slept 2) that we were very happy with - comfortable king-sized bed, large clean bathroom and shower. The other room was for 3 people (in another older building). The older building was..." (8/10)

8.4

Very good

3081 reviews

The superb staff were incredibly friendly and super helpful, provided great recommendations for restaurants and excellent insights about archaeological and museum visits, and what to do around town. Had a fantastic view of sea and Koule Fortress from our balcony, and the room was clean and exactly what we needed for our stay. Easy location for taxi to drop us off and pick us up, and close walking distance to museums and city attractions. Would absolutely stay there again whenever visiting Heraklion.

Right in the middle of town, easy to check in with 24h reception. The room was basic but had an incredible balcony and view. It fulfilled everything we needed for our 1 night in Heraklion before our flight out of Crete. We had an issue with our card being charged twice due to a banking issue but the hotel was able to resolve it and was totally communicative throughout the process.

The shower was almost cold. The breakfast was great, the staff, particularly sylvia were friendly and helpful. Sylvia gave us excellent advice as to what was possible to do and the actual driving time it would take to get places. She was also very kind in helping us learn Greek, she's an excellent teacher. We had a wonderful time and want to come back

Great location by the fort/marina. Lovely views from balcony. Staff helpful and polite. Parked outside the hotel in space provided. Breakfast was good. Restaurant so close in Marina. Loved the Hippokampus seafood restaurant. (Seahorse). Best food in Crete so far. Happy staff seafood Linquine to die for. Other course just as nice. 2 shared each course and still some over. Would stay there again.

The hotel is vero ckean the breakfast is good and the owner and the staff are a Joy for every guest cause over here you experience the Greek hospitality ,thet are always smiling kind and helpful and they love their jobs and trust me nowadays is hard to find.The position is cose to the center and to the sea and to the port.

Georgia's Garden by Omilos Hotels
★★★

★★★

8.4

Very good

(1016 reviews)

Amoudara Herakliou

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Infinity poolRestaurantTerraceSwimming poolMassage servicesSnorkeling on siteHot tub/JacuzziJapanese garden

5 room types available

Superior Double Room With Sea View

Standard Room - City View

Flexible Room - City View

Junior Suite - Street View

8.4

Very good

1016 reviews

We had 2 rooms - one newly decorated room in the main building (slept 2) that we were very happy with - comfortable king-sized bed, large clean bathroom and shower. The other room was for 3 people (in another older building). The older building was adequate for us, but not as nice. No appealing decorations, adequate queen bed in a bedroom, and uncomfortable twin bed in the living room/kitchen area. The elevator did not work in the building. Breakfast was good enough. Many selections served buffet style. Fresh-squeezed orange juice, cold fried eggs, croissants with ham, cheese, jellies, sweet breads, water melon. Once we mentioned that some in our group had Celiac disease, they brought us gluten-free bread (thank you so much - that thoughtfulness means a lot to travelers). Front desk staff were very friendly and accommodating. Pool area was nice. The pool water was cold in May, and the two small pools looked like hot tubs, but were not heated. Location was fine. Off-street parking lot for the buildings. Short drive into Heraklion.

Great location near the beach and restaurants. Bus stop to town down the street. Private parking included. Very friendly staff :) Thanks for the Prosecco as welcome drinks 🥂 Wonderful pool with places to lay in the shaded garden, good breakfast. Nice poolside bar. Great room, very quiet, comfortable and clean. A/C. Good storage in both bathroom and bedroom. Nice to have the living area (with sofabed) as you enter, then hallway with bathroom, then finally ensuite bedroom (very quiet as separate from entrance and fridge).

We stayed for three nights. I like the view from our balcony and the staff were all super nice and welcoming. Breakfast was also great. It was super comfortable to sit at the balcony at night. I didn’t use the pool but it was well maintained and I saw people enjoying the pool there. They also offered us private shower after checkout time, which was helpful for us since our flights was late in the evening.

We were given a free upgrade which was so nice of the staff. We were also allowed to use the adult only pools at another hotel. Which was lovely - it was nice to be able to enjoy the pool without any kids screaming and jumping. The staff were lovely, professional and very helpful. They went out of their may to make sure we had the best stay possible

The reception in the middle of the night was extremely friendly and helpful. The breakfast is amazing, the beds in the room are gorgeous, the garden with the pools is very cozy and beautiful. A few minutes walk to the beach, but it looks mediocre. You tend to stay in the beautiful hotel garden with the pools and the bar.

Aquila Atlantis Hotel
★★★★★

★★★★★

8.4

Very good

(1695 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"Pool access, great location, excellent breakfast, great staff" (8/10)

RestaurantTerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceFamily roomsJapanese gardenLounge areaNon-smoking rooms

9 room types available

Classic Room Urban View

Business Room City View

Executive Room Harbour View

Superior Room Harbour View

8.4

Very good

1695 reviews

Pool access, great location, excellent breakfast, great staff

Great location, excellent breakfast, pool access, attentive staff

We have just spent a week in this well run hotel. We picked it based on great location and previous reviews. We received a lovely welcome and just about the right details to take in on arriving. Parking was explained and we only had to pay one out of seven nights at the city parking. The rooms are well appointed with great WiFi, lovely beds and the best showers I’ve come across in a hotel in ages. We given a very good list of local recommendations of places to eat. All easy walking distance. We had the best night sleep and yes you can see the planes but they stop at night and your on island you can hardly miss them completely. You can also see the harbour which is lovely to watch. The breakfast team are very friendly and can’t do enough for you getting me gluten free bread and espresso coffees. The selection of food on the buffet is excellent and the best Greek honey ! The hotel has a lovely bar again great staff. I did use the gym most mornings sadly no free weights but I still managed a good workout. We used the roof top pool and lay out a couple of times and enjoyed bar food delivered to us on the roof. Really good snack menu. We mostly drove to the beach but the pool is nice if you can’t and good sunbeds in the sun and towels provided for the pool. We are well travelled and chose this hotel based on previous travellers reviews and it was perfect for exploring this lovely city. Highly recommend as a great base . Thank you

The property is on a raised area of the City centre which gives an amazing view of the whole city from the top floor pool. The staff are courteous and friendly and the dining menu is perfect and excellently priced for room service. My room was upgraded to one with a balcony and this was absolutely amazing and also the Expedia VIP gave me a discount on food and drink there which, as a solo traveller was much appreciated. The only slight downside is that the top floor pool, whilst panoramic, is quite small and so if a party of 2 or more people are in it, it can seem inaccessible. Also, on departure, there is no shower room available for leaving guests. If you have a later flight and have been checked out for a while, In the Crete climate, changing and feeling fresh for your flight is a necessity.

The extended pool hours, the amazing location, the rooftop pool, and the incredible service has made this one of our best hotel experiences !

RODI BLUE apartments
★★★

★★★

9.1

Outstanding

(328 reviews)

Amoudara Herakliou

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"The host Special shout out to Katerina who helped us with a small medical problem, organised us a boat trip, ordered us a taxi back to the airport,fed us cake and grapes🙂 and made jewellery with the kids.Anything we needed ,she was happy to help.She..." (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolFamily roomsHot tub/JacuzziJapanese gardenPets allowedLounge areaNon-smoking rooms

5 room types available

Standard Triple Studio - Pool View

Suite - Pool View

Two-Bedroom Apartment - Pool View

Economy Quadruple Room - Pool View

9.1

Outstanding

328 reviews

The host Special shout out to Katerina who helped us with a small medical problem, organised us a boat trip, ordered us a taxi back to the airport,fed us cake and grapes🙂 and made jewellery with the kids.Anything we needed ,she was happy to help.She really makes the place. The pool Lovely, clean ,decent size pool with orange and lemon trees growing around and free sun loungers and tables.We spent many hours by that pool. Location Very close to the beach, shops, restaurants, medical points and pharmacy. Bus stop 3 minutes away, car hire the same.Its in the centre of Ammoudara but no noise during the night.

The hostess is one of the kindest people I have ever met. The swimming pool is very nice. There is a friendly atmosphere in the hotel and there is always someone to talk to in the garden/swimming pool.

The host was very kind and welcoming, always on the spot if any queries. This location is 5 mins away from the sea front, and the restaurant over the road Petousis has great food also, we were there a few times. Lots of souvenirs shops and a market nearby. Bus station and train on wheels tour station nearby. The location has big swimming pool, and is very quiet and relaxing. The host was giving us small presents for the kids daily, we formed an emotional connection. If we will go back to Crete, will go back here surely.

The property was clean, very charming and close to everything. The best part was Katerina and her very warm welcoming to the place. We were a party of 3, my husband doggie and myself and the room was so spacious and had everything we needed. Unfortunately, we were only there for one night, on our way to the airport, so we couldn’t explore that side of Heraklion or use the really good looking pool at the hotel. I will definitely stay there if I go back to Heraklion.

I enjoyed my stay at this hotel. Host Katherina was extremely nice and helpful. She allowed me to check in earlier and even welcomed me with a homemade cake. It was so sweet🥰 I was so pleased with her attention and kindness. The room was spacious, clean and nicely decorated. I had a small kitchen inside with all necessary utensils. Air conditioning was working fine. There is very nice swimming pool and beautiful terrace. It feels so authentic. I highly recommend this accommodation for your stay in Greece.

Zoe Boutique Hotel
★★★

★★★

9.8

Exceptional

(157 reviews)

Balíon

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"Great pool, great breakfast, wonderful staff. Really went above and beyond to provide dietary requirements for breakfast and help with recommendations etc in Bali. Staff will bring drinks or something from their great snack menu to you by the pool if..." (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceFamily roomsJapanese gardenLounge areaNon-smoking roomsRoom service

7 room types available

Double Room With Pool View

Standard Double Room - Garden View

Double Room With Sea View

Superior Double Room - Sea View

9.8

Exceptional

157 reviews

Great pool, great breakfast, wonderful staff. Really went above and beyond to provide dietary requirements for breakfast and help with recommendations etc in Bali. Staff will bring drinks or something from their great snack menu to you by the pool if you are too lazy to move! New contemporary design hotel, cosy rooms with balcony (we had a sea view). Great towels, both for room and pool, changed as we wished. Tea/nespresso coffee machine in room as well as fridge with bottled water provided daily. We had a preview of the new amazing roof terrace with cooling down pool and hot tub with amazing views over the bay. Walk in 3/5/10 mins to all the wonderful beaches of Bali. Such a wonderful stay - we will be back!

Great location to be able to walk to all the restaurants and beaches. We found all the local restaurants to be excellent, wonderful locally caught fish. Lovely decor, beautiful pool area and breakfast was superb. Varied everyday and was able to try a lot of different Cretan food, all delicious especially the homemade bread! Also very nice cocktails which we enjoyed by the pool. Our room was decorated beautifully and had everything you needed. Bed very comfortable and lovely walk in shower. We had a sea view, giving you wonderful views over the bay and gorgeous sunrises. The service was exceptional all the staff are so friendly and nothing is too much trouble. The owner was so helpful phoning round to see if the Pharmacy was open. We felt completely relaxed from the minute we arrived, greeted with a lovely chilled Prosecco flavoured with grapefruit. I really can’t recommend this hotel enough. If we are ever in the area again we would definitely say again. Thank you to all the team Natasha and Nick x .

Zoe Hotel is a family owned and it’s located in a nice central area of the island. The beaches are nearby and the bay is beautiful. Breakfasts are different every day and they offer variety of food including a lot local dishes. All staff very professional, accommodating and friendly. The hotel is very clean and has a nice pool for people with young children and also an amazing rooftop with a beautiful view, little pool and jacuzzi for those they want more quiet and relaxing time. Highly recommend!

I had an amazing stay at this hotel! The property is new and spotlessly clean, which made a great first impression. The staff went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and were incredibly friendly and helpful throughout my stay. One of the highlights was the breakfast—everything was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. The pool area was also beautiful, perfect for relaxing. Overall, I highly recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a clean, modern place with excellent service, a great breakfast, and a stunning pool area.

From the very first moment, we were impressed by the beautiful design and the attention to every detail. The hosts were incredibly kind and attentive to our needs, making us feel truly welcome. The energy of the place is warm and peaceful. Breakfast was amazing — plenty of healthy options and freshly prepared food that made us feel like we were being cared for by someone dear. The pool was another highlight: crystal clear and open even at night, which made for a truly special experience. The kids had a fantastic time as well, which made our stay even more enjoyable. We wholeheartedly recommend this place — it’s a little slice of heaven! ❤️

Athinaiko Hotel
★★

★★

8.3

Very good

(4093 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"The hotel is run by very kind people. We stayed just a couple of days to explore the city before our flight, but I would have loved to stay longer! The breakfast is simple but complete and very good. Our room even had a small balcony where we could..." (10/10)

TerraceConcierge serviceJapanese gardenLounge areaNon-smoking roomsCoffee Shop24-hour securityFront desk (limited hours)

5 room types available

Double Or Twin Room - City View

Triple Room - City View

Economy Double Or Twin Room - Breakfast Included

8.3

Very good

4093 reviews

The hotel is run by very kind people. We stayed just a couple of days to explore the city before our flight, but I would have loved to stay longer! The breakfast is simple but complete and very good. Our room even had a small balcony where we could hang out our beach towels and let them dry. The room had everything we needed. A ten-minute walk takes you to the city center. On our last day, we were able to leave our luggage at the hotel so we could explore one last time without having to worry about leaving it in the car. Our flight was also delayed, so we asked if we could stay in the lobby for a bit to charge our phones, and they said yes without a problem. They were really kind and I would return as soon as possible. Thank you!!

We had a great stay at Hotel Athinaiko in Heraklion! The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. The location is excellent — close to the city center and the port, perfect for exploring the area on foot. The staff was very kind and helpful, always ready to assist with directions and recommendations. We were a group of 13 people and everything went smoothly. A great value for money and definitely a place we would stay again!

The staff was very nice and helpful. The rooms were cleaned daily. We also had the breakfast option wich was very good with a variety of products. Next time we come back in Heraklion we will stay here again for sure! Many thanks for the staff for making our stay more than enjoyable!

I think the breakfast was adequate but could have been nicer. It was a 'cold' experience although OK. Tge hotel staff were lovely and helpful. Room was spotlessly clean. Hotel location is near the town and a short taxi drive to the airport.

Ideal clean hotel with great air con only 10 mins from the airport, just the job if you have a late flight and need a quality night's accomadation stayed here a few times now, lovely hotel and staff

Bali Diamond "by Checkin" Adults Only
★★★★

★★★★

9

Outstanding

(319 reviews)

Balíon

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"We stayed at Bali Diamond as a couple with another couple of friends, and we all absolutely loved it. It's a small family run hotel, with super friendly helpful staff, especially Eva at reception, and Chrisoula, who created the magnificent daily..." (10/10)

Adult onlyRestaurantTerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesLounge areaNon-smoking rooms

4 room types available

Double Room With Sea View

Double Room With Mountain View

Suite With Sea View

Superior Double Room Sea View

9

Outstanding

319 reviews

We stayed at Bali Diamond as a couple with another couple of friends, and we all absolutely loved it. It's a small family run hotel, with super friendly helpful staff, especially Eva at reception, and Chrisoula, who created the magnificent daily breakfast banquets. It's very well located for the airports as well as all the points of interest locally. I recommend this hotel very highly. Immaculately clean, well designed, lovely pools and terraces, with a relaxed yet smart atmosphere.

Staff super helpful, breakfasts always different and lots of choice, rooms clean and comfortable as well as a lovely pool area and a beach very close. Lots of restaurants to choose from too

Fantastic hotel- very clean.....ideally located on the beach. Breakfast was fairly extensive and catered for my partner's gluten free requirements. Room had fantastic views over both the beach and pool.

The spaces of the hotel including rooms, common spaces, pool space, bar lounge, balcony. Staff was really friendly and helpful. Goat ice cream and food in overall was perfect!

Pool had a great view of the beach. There are designated beach chairs for the hotel guests. Great location between Chania and Heraklion.

Lena Hotel
★★

★★

8.2

Very good

(1032 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"Rooms are very spacious, more than anticipated. The location was fantastic, close & easy to access the waterfront, tourist attractions & shops. Staff always helpful, they carried my bags upstairs (no lift) although they also have spacious rooms..." (10/10)

Family roomsNon-smoking roomsLuggage storageInternetCovered parkingExpress check-inFire extinguishersFree wired internet

4 room types available

Single Room - Street View

Double Room - Street View

Triple Room - Street View

Quadruple Room - Street View

8.2

Very good

1032 reviews

Rooms are very spacious, more than anticipated. The location was fantastic, close & easy to access the waterfront, tourist attractions & shops. Staff always helpful, they carried my bags upstairs (no lift) although they also have spacious rooms downstairs. Felt safe and perfect for single female travelling alone. They organised early morning taxi , was on time, about 15-20 minutes to airport.

Everything from check-in to the room and the overall location of the hotel were excellent! The staff was beyond professional and went out of their way to help me in a personal matter for which I am beyond grateful! I would happily come back here any time, knowing how hospitable and kind everyone is here.

excellent location, value for price, and super comfy beds. bathroom was small ? yes! But do I stay 24/7 in the bathroom while on holiday? no so its not such a big dealbreaker for me. also the room i stayed was extremely clean, I would choose this hotel again.

The place is very centrally located, yet the room was quiet. Good size room, super clean, crisp linens and comfortable bed. Breakfast was great, with fresh baked breads, strong coffee, fresh OJ. Staff was nice and helpful. I highly recommend this place, great value for a two star hotel.

Nice rooms with helpful proprietors. Very good location in the centre of town, close to port, bus station to airport, and museums. They were kind enough to store our bags for several days while we visited West crete which is greatly appreciated. Overall, strongly recommend.

Castro Hotel
★★★

★★★

8.2

Very good

(793 reviews)

Amoudara Herakliou

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"Great service, very good food with BIG portions. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Specially the young woman in the pool bar. So friendly and polite. The room was smaller then it looked like in the picture when we bought the trip. Lovely..." (8/10)

RestaurantSwimming poolConcierge serviceMassage servicesSpa servicesFamily roomsJapanese gardenConcerts/live shows

9 room types available

Double/Twin Room - Pool View

Family Room - Pool View

Deluxe Double Room - Pool View

Deluxe Triple Room - Pool View

8.2

Very good

793 reviews

Great service, very good food with BIG portions. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Specially the young woman in the pool bar. So friendly and polite. The room was smaller then it looked like in the picture when we bought the trip. Lovely pool-area.

I can highly recommend Castro hotel in Ammoudara for various types of travellers and purposes of economy type of travelling. You will definitely get the maximum value for a price you pay. Perfect location: hotel is close to the Heraklion city center (airport also), so you can easily reach it by car, by taxi, or by public bus, which will bring you right next to the hotel's door. Hotel has a Beachfront. The beach itself is wide, not crowded, with mesmerizing views. Hotel is surrounded by tavernas, restaurants and mini markets. And I want to add, that the place is absolutely safe and quiet. The Staff makes the hotel even more special: I've never met such a friendly, respectfull and helpfull staff. Here I felt like as if I visited my own friends. BTW, they are fluent in many languages! Accomodation: Rooms are spacey. Rooms have balconies, private bathrooms, wide beds and basically what you might need for your stay. Plus Hotel has a beautiful backyeard with a pool. All in all, I want to say that I had a wonderful experience and I know for sure that I will come back here again.

We arrived early, but our room was already prepared and waiting for us. The personnel was extremly friendly. We had breakfast and dinner payed, and we can not complain about neither the choice, nor the size of the portion (though we both have a very good appetite), so we didn't regret the half-board. The breakfast was buffet, and we could choose a 3-course dinner from a menu. The pool is adapt for both swimming and playing, and there was almost constant supervision, so everybody was toally safe. We could choose from several games (card, pickleball, checkers and billiard- this last one was not for free, though) outside the water, too. The rooms were thoroughly cleaned every day (except Sunday). The sea was close, and the city was easily accessible by bus nr. 1 that stops in front of the hotel.

The rooms were cleaned daily and the sheets and towels were changed every 3 days. Breakfast was diverse and tasty. Dinner was okay for the most part, depends on your tastes but there was something for everybody and the portions were big so chances are that you wouldn't leave dinner hungry. The hosts were very pleasant and the servers and receptionists spoke great English. The pool was also cleaned every day. If anyone likes kittens then you're in luck if you're coming soon because there are five small cats running around the yard.

Clean, quiet hotel with a clean pool and a nice restaurant. Breakfast was standard and dinner was delicious and imaginative. The staff were pleasant and tried to accommodate. The sea is not far away. We went to a more distant beach, where the entrance to the sea was more gradual. We booked a trip to the water park at the hotel. The bus was parked exactly. The perfect thing is that there is a public transport stop in front of the hotel, so you can easily get to the city center and the airport.

Vanisko Hotel
★★★

★★★

8.1

Very good

(654 reviews)

Amoudara Herakliou

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"Staff came to our rescue. We were accommodated here when our flight was cancelled with Tui due to sudden staff illness. A family we met on our holiday needed ketone urine sticks as one of their party had diabetes and want feeling great. Using an AI..." (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolFamily roomsJapanese gardenLounge areaNon-smoking roomsSecured parkingExercise/lap pool

7 room types available

Queen Suite With Pool View

Junior Suite With Pool View

Superior King Or Twin Room - Pool View

Double Room

8.1

Very good

654 reviews

Staff came to our rescue. We were accommodated here when our flight was cancelled with Tui due to sudden staff illness. A family we met on our holiday needed ketone urine sticks as one of their party had diabetes and want feeling great. Using an AI translate app I was able to ask for help and a member of their staff who spoke better English took me to two pharmacies to find what we needed and even offered to pay! As for the hotel it was clean, rooms accommodating and food catered for very last minute for us all (180 people at the least). The food on offer was a typical Creten experience which really was acceptable but obviously not on the same par as the all inclusive place we stayed prior to our flight cancellations. It has a lovely pool and very friendly bar staff pool side. We stayed in room 111 which was perfect for the two adults and two children (10 and 15). Room has a fridge, bath, shower head (though our hook was broken it was still workable. No bath plug but I made do with some quickly googled tricks to make one!) towels provided also and a light blanket for each person should they needed more heat. Thank you once again

One immediate perk - bus from the airport takes you straight to the hotel, only 2€ instead of 30€ in the taxi, only takes about 40 minutes. Then you arrive, and the hotel looks like it does in the pictures! We were greeted by Constantina (hope I spelled it correctly) who was lovely, warm and friendly, and she gave us all the information we needed. The pool is just outside the reception and has a separate bar of its own - with amazing staff who are more than happy to serve and quickly learn your order! The room, which was upgraded to a suite, was perfect! It had a large balcony overlooking the pool, air conditioning in the room, a large television, such incredibly comfortable beds, ample storage space, and brilliant bathroom facilities with a jacuzzi style bathtub and rainforest style shower. My friend and I have already agreed that if we go back to Heraklion, we’ll be staying here again!

This hotel seemed to be recently renovated so everything was in great condition. The staff was exceptionally friendly and service was great. Hotel is not a "strip" hotel, but bus transport is right outside that can take you downtown and to the bus station to connect to other areas. 2great supermarkets are 5 minutes walk from the hotel so you can stock up on room snacks very easily. Breakfast was very good with excellent continental as well as eggs and bacon options. Many types of pastries, breads and fruits were available as well as cerials, cheeses and lunch meats. Pool was clean and refreshing after a day out. Only thing I could suggest to improve the pool bar menu to include more snack options for people who want to eat a quick meal at that facility. I would not hesitate in recommending this hotel as a base from which to explore the rest of Crete. A

The location was in a perfect position. The staff was nice and always available h24. The breakfast was good and was a big buffet. There was a pool and a bar near the pool. The room was big and comfortable.

Familiäres Hotel mit positiver Entwicklung. Man merkt, dass es älter ist, aber Zug um Zug renoviert wird. Das Personal war nett und bemüht, das Frühstück ausreichend in Angebot und Umfang, die Bäder top neu, die Zimmer augenscheinlich im verschiedenen Stadium der Renovierung (wir hatten ein älteres), der Pool und Poolbar hervorragend. Die Lage ist zentral und mitten zwischen Hauptverkehrsstraßen, also nichts für Ruhesuchende, dafür mit guter Busanbindung, hervorragenden Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und kurzem Weg zum Strand. Wirklich gefehlt haben uns nur einheimische Restaurants in der Nähe.

Marin Hotel
★★★

★★★

8.1

Very good

(2051 reviews)

Heraklion

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"We traveled as a family: two of us and our 1.5-year-old. The room we stayed in was spacious. The beds were relatively comfortable, and the room was clean and well maintained. The biggest treat was the view. We had a room on the fourth floor with a..." (10/10)

Concierge service24-hour front deskEcotours nearbySecured parkingTours/ticket assistanceBicycle rentals nearbyKayaking nearbySailing nearby

6 room types available

Triple Room, Sea View

Executive Double Room Sea View Room

Family Room, Sea View

Double Room, Sea View

8.1

Very good

2051 reviews

We traveled as a family: two of us and our 1.5-year-old. The room we stayed in was spacious. The beds were relatively comfortable, and the room was clean and well maintained. The biggest treat was the view. We had a room on the fourth floor with a spectacular view of the bay and the sea beyond. Breakfast was served on the top floor, and the dining area also had a spectacular view of the sea. The breakfast options were some of the best we experienced, including self-made Greek coffee and a self-assembled traditional Cretan meal, a hand juicer to make your own fresh orange juice an loads of other options for food and drinks. In January, the room was a little chilly and slightly humid, and this was an unpleasant combination. But thankfully the heating element worked well enough, and we made it fairly comfortable in the end. The staff were very friendly. There is a small tea/coffee bar on the ground floor which needs to be serviced by the concierge. There is no tea kettle in the room itself! This was probably the only downside for our stay since we would have liked to warm up some of the water for our daughter or had the ability to make tea ourselves. Lastly, there is a laundry business just a few steps away from the hotel. The man who runs the business dropped off our clean laundry at the hotel. So, keep this option in mind as you travel. As a whole, this hotel was excellent. Get a room with a sea view. It is worth it.

Finding the hotel was easy and check-in went by quick. I can’t remember much about the elevator in terms of size, but I do know that my mom and I, alongside each of our carry-on bags, fit just fine. The room was clean and the beds were good. I had no problems with noise and I am a light sleeper. The location of the hotel is very convenient as it is close to harbour and close to the main area of the city. It also close to two bus stations (one being the main bus station). The only small thing that I noticed was that the door that led to the balcony wouldn’t lock. I tried several times, but the lock just wouldn’t latch on. The area also felt safe, which was very important to us since we were two female travellers and we had to check out at around 2:00AM to catch the ferry. Even at that time of night, we didn’t feel unsafe walking around with our luggage. Overall, it was a good stay that is positioned well in the city.

Great location near the marina … walking distance to main shopping area and restaurants etc. Room was fairly small … two single beds put together as a double, reasonably comfortable but not luxurious. Check in/out very easy and reception staff very friendly. The view from the breakfast room over the port was lovely and the breakfast was your normal run of the mill stuff. The hotel was nice. My only complaint really was that it had a Seaview with a small balcony but couldn’t enjoy it because every six minutes or so there was a plane leaving the airport and they’re quite low and noisy. From very early in the morning till well past midnight. Crete must have an incredibly busy, 🤔

We had the room with huge terrace overlooking the harbour which had an amazing view. Shade and sun at all times of day. Great location near to harbour (both for visiting the fortress and for catching the ferry to Santorini!) and walking distance of lots of restaurants. Their own restaurant is only open for breakfast, but there was a lot of choice (buffet style) and even better views from this top floor. We arrived in a rental car but there was nowhere to park until luckily someone vacated a space in the free area on the street; this would have been a pain if we were keeping the car, but actually we had arranged for it to be collected from here.

I chose this hotel as a stopover from the airport before going onto Elounda the next day. I was so impressed. The staff were all lovely and patient as I tried out my Greek. The room was very clean and had everything I needed. It even had a side view of the fortress. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom well-equipped. The breakfast on the top floor was lovely with perfect views. This is a really good-value, friendly hotel. I fully recommend it. Thanks to the staff and Καλό Πάσχα!

Sofia Hotel
★★★

★★★

8.1

Very good

(4474 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"Our flights into Heraklion always seem to arrive late in the evening, and for years now we have spent our first night at the Sofia Hotel. It's a short taxi ride with our bags when we arrive and about a 20 minute walk back to the airport..." (10/10)

TerraceSwimming poolConcierge serviceFamily roomsJapanese gardenLounge areaNon-smoking roomsSecured parking

4 room types available

Single Room - Street View

Double Or Twin Room - Street View

Triple Room - Street View

Family Room - Street View

8.1

Very good

4474 reviews

Our flights into Heraklion always seem to arrive late in the evening, and for years now we have spent our first night at the Sofia Hotel. It's a short taxi ride with our bags when we arrive and about a 20 minute walk back to the airport (empty-handed) in the morning to pick up a rental car. This year we stayed for 3 nights before getting a car. The hotel is close to the bus route from the airport into Heraklion, which makes it easy to visit the city centre. There are quite a few restaurants near the hotel; we have enjoyed Naftilos and Tres Mouries. The hotel has nice rooms, excellent breakfast, a very pleasant pool area, and exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. All good really!

I loved the chilled out large swimming pool area . My room was modern and large ,very clean especially crisp white bedding . Super quiet even though very close to the airport . The reason for booking was close proximity to the airport on leaving . The staff were super helpful as they allowed me to check in early and use all the facilities the whole day after check out as my flight was not until 10.30pm . Quite stylish modern . Very happy with my stay

Another great stay at the Sofia. A perfect place for starting and ending your vacation in Crete. In my opinion, the staff can make or break a hotel stay. At the Sofia, ALL the staff are genuinely friendly and helpful. Very clean rooms. Light buffet breakfast is available and very tasty beefburgers and pizzas in the evening by the pool, which is a bonus in itself. I look forward to returning next year.

We stayed here at the start and finish of our Crete experience. A lovely hotel with friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful pool, good food and drinks, great location (close to beaches, old town, port, and airpirt). Definitely recommend!!

The service was great. The breakfast was good and complete. The location is very convenient if you need to go to the airport. The room was clean. It has also a swimming pool.

Legacy Gastro Suites
★★★★★

★★★★★

9

Outstanding

(267 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"Absolutely PERFECT. We had an incredible week’s stay at Legacy Gastro Suites. The absolute standout at this hotel is the team running everything; you could not hope for nicer people! Professional, friendly and always smiley and chatty, and helpful..." (10/10)

Adult onlyRestaurantTerraceConcierge serviceLounge areaNon-smoking roomsRoom serviceTour desk

3 room types available

V Suite Sea View

K Suite Sea View

El Suite Sea View

9

Outstanding

267 reviews

Absolutely PERFECT. We had an incredible week’s stay at Legacy Gastro Suites. The absolute standout at this hotel is the team running everything; you could not hope for nicer people! Professional, friendly and always smiley and chatty, and helpful whenever we needed anything. Breakfast was fantastic with fresh food, eggs made to order and great variety - we never got tired of it. Our room was beautiful, with a huge balcony, good storage space, and little touches that we always appreciated. Waking up to the sun and stepping out to look over the city and the harbour was beautiful. The room was also always kept super clean and refreshed every day. Despite the fact that the hotel is right in the centre of Heraklion and near the flight path for the airport, every night we slept wonderfully; it was so surprisingly quiet! The location is great, you’re a five minute walk from all the restaurants, bars and shops in the city centre. We were genuinely sad to leave this hotel, and Heraklion, and hope to be back very soon. Would absolutely recommend anyone to stay here, and another massive thank you to the staff for a wonderful stay!

This place was really perfect! We had an El view suite, which was a generous size, nicely appointed and spotless. It does overlook the street, and despite staying on a Saturday night, we didn’t find it to be excessively noisy (in fact, we slept like babies!). The location can’t be beat; it was a minute walk to the archaeological museum and the bus stop to Knossos and there were plenty of places to eat and shop nearby. Breakfast was delicious and it was the start we needed to get the day going. Every single person we engaged with at the hotel was friendly and helpful; we had the impression they like their jobs and want to make their guests comfortable and happy. Marie Elena (I am probably not spelling her name correctly), was particularly helpful, arranging for a rental car, helping us sort dinner plans and encouraging us when we massacred the Greek word for “thank you.” We hope to return to Heraklion (we felt it got a bit of short shrift compared to Chania) and if we do, we will definitely stay here again.

I took my elderly parents for a last minute trip and we stayed here at Legacy. It was amazing. The staff actually lined up to see us off when we left. We were there 5 days. They knew what we liked to eat, drink or snack on and it was ready when we were. The front desk staff recommended some amazing restaurants for us. Because my parents couldn't walk far, they made sure we got the best info for our situation. The rooms were very clean and the beds were so comfy. We would sit on our balcony and watch the people walking by and the beautiful sea in front of us. It wasn't on the water, but the view was still perfect! We were within close walking to the shopping area, many restaurants, and Lions Square. I can't wait to go back to Crete just to stay here.

We really enjoyed the Legacy Gastro Suites, and its fantastic location! Smack in the city center makes for easy walking around the city center (although parking was brutal!) My wife and I stayed in the K suite; super clean and the library-like decor was nice! The hotel was very clean overall and Vasiliki at reception was amazing in helping us with room refills, restaurant recommendations, and she is generally a wonderful person! The included breakfast was good, to include a spread of jams and pastry items as well as Greek yogurt and eggs made to preference. If you have a car rental, note that you’ll probably need to find parking slightly away as the hotel only has one spot and the nearest paid parking lot was always full. But we didn’t mind the short walk and the hotel staff were very helpful and accommodating. Would recommend!

We enjoyed our stay here. The location was fabulous and we could walk everywhere, very central! Our room and hotel were lovely with great history. The hotel has been beautifully renovated/restored. We enjoyed our view at night sitting on our balcony. The breakfast was fantastic in the restaurant downstairs - a great start to our days! The staff in the restaurant were very attentive & welcoming, and the breakfasts were huge. The hotel staff were exceptional - Our luggage didn't arrive for 48 hours and they were more than happy to call the airport for us and keep chasing this up, something which was overwhelming for us not speaking the language or having phones that could make local calls. We really really appreciated this!

Irini Hotel
★★★

★★★

8

Very good

(825 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"We arrived in Heraklion at midnight and the hotel we thought we had two nights reservation we discovered it was only one night booked. We arrived at that hotel only to find the doors locked and noone at the front desk to help us. We went on..." (10/10)

TerraceConcierge serviceFamily roomsLounge areaNon-smoking rooms24-hour securityFront desk (limited hours)Luggage storage

6 room types available

Deluxe Double Or Twin Room With City View

Deluxe Queen Room With Two Queen Beds - City View

Family Room With Balcony - City View

Deluxe Double Room With Sea View

8

Very good

825 reviews

We arrived in Heraklion at midnight and the hotel we thought we had two nights reservation we discovered it was only one night booked. We arrived at that hotel only to find the doors locked and noone at the front desk to help us. We went on booking.com and found Irini hotel only two blocks away with a room available at a very reasonable price and the doors were open and a very helpful gentleman at the front desk. Thank you Irini Hotel for rescueing us! Also this hotel is walking distance to the city center, which is so convenient. The room was very clean and nice.

Very friendly hotel managers (day and night shift, 24h reception)! Rooms are clean with big balcony and A/C. You can ask for a free bottle of water at the reception. Breakfast was nice with good coffee, tasty fruit and greek yoghurt as well as boiled eggs, feta and olives. Central location near a beautiful square with a church, restaurants and bars and also the K.T.E.L bus station to go to Lasithi.

Perfect location, walking distance from the port and city center, there is a supermarket directly across the street. the room was excellent size and there was a porch. very happy with the hotel selection. We had a small issue on the day of arrival (losing an item on the way) and the staff went out of their way to try to assist us in making phone calls and retreiving the item.

Everything was excellent: Super friendly and helpful staff (they took the time to walk across the street with us to show us the grocery shop and street with restaurants), very good and varied breakfast, clean room with efficient air conditioning, great location close to the seaside and main pedestrian street in Heraklion.

Excellent location close to main town area and shopping and restaurant district; very helpful and friendly reception staff. Rooms were large and decorated outside typical hotel style - the room had a bit of its own personality. My room was on the corner so had a huge balcony

Iraklion Hotel
★★★

★★★

8

Very good

(1516 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"We don’t usually stay at this hotel when we visit Heraklion, but we chose The Iraklion because it has a dedicated parking area next to the hotel. Visitors to Heraklion will know that parking in the centre of town can be a real pain. We were..." (10/10)

Family roomsLounge areaNon-smoking roomsTour deskSnack bar/deli24-hour securityFront desk (limited hours)Ironing service

5 room types available

8

Very good

1516 reviews

We don’t usually stay at this hotel when we visit Heraklion, but we chose The Iraklion because it has a dedicated parking area next to the hotel. Visitors to Heraklion will know that parking in the centre of town can be a real pain. We were impressed by the hotel. Our room looked out towards the sea over the tops of buildings in the town. Our stay was comfortable, the breakfast was plentiful and the service was friendly. We’d go back there again

Excellent , value-for-money hotel in the centre of Heraklion close to restaurants and food stalls .10-15 -minute walk from the waterfront .The bus to the airport passes on the other side of the road .As the hotel is on a main road it can be a little noisy but no problem with wax earplugs .The breakfasts -included in the price- were fine, and the staff on the front desk were friendly and helpful .I'd happily stay there again .

We got upgraded to better room upon our arrival and it was absolutely fabulous one with a fantastic view over the city and the sea. Everything was very clean, the beds a comfy, and staff is really nice, friendly and helpful! The hotel is like 5 minutes away from really nice area with restaurants and cafes, but located in a way to avoid noise of the parties. So, very much enjoyed our stay there.

I liked simplicity of my room, everything was pretty straightforward. My room had a terrace with street view, bed was pretty good and air condition was working fine. So yeah, if you are looking for well maintained hotel with reasonable price and location in the city center I guess this is a place for you. Breakfast I had was good and hotel staff was really polite.

I've come to the conclusion that this is the best modestly priced hotel in Heraklion. Nice rooms, great breakfasts, and proper professional receptionists. Also, it's fairly central and the airport bus, plus buses to the main bus station (a short walk from where the bus drops passengers off), stop outside the hotel with tickets on sale at the mini market opposite the hotel.

Olympic Hotel
★★★

★★★

8

Very good

(646 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"We arrived very early in Iraklion but the recepcionist at the front desk said that he had a room ready so we could relax and have breakfast before going to explore Knossos and the town. We absolutely LOVED Crete! What a beautiful, authentic, charming..." (10/10)

RestaurantConcierge serviceFamily roomsPets allowedNon-smoking roomsRoom serviceTour deskCoffee Shop

6 room types available

Single Room

Double Room

Triple Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

Superior Room With Sea View

8

Very good

646 reviews

We arrived very early in Iraklion but the recepcionist at the front desk said that he had a room ready so we could relax and have breakfast before going to explore Knossos and the town. We absolutely LOVED Crete! What a beautiful, authentic, charming island. My husband and I have agreed that we will return in the near future to Crete and when we do, we will stay again at the Olympic. The staff was so efficient and attentive, the breakfast was delish and varied, filled with fresh fruits, yogurt, olives, breads, pastries, cereals, etc etc etc., and the location is simply PERFECT. We could catch the bus to Knossos right down the street and the property was surrounded by all types of shops. There is a pedestrian boulevard a cpl of yards outside of the hotel and it was sooo wonderful to walk around or sit at the many cafes and fresh juice shops... this was probably our most favorite part of the trip. What can I say? we simply loved everything about Iraklion, and the Olympic had a lot to do with how pleasant this leg of our trip was. Stay at the Olympic, you will love it too.

We were pleasantly surprised to find the hotel was located on an outdoor shopping mall...a street that was closed to traffic and featured lots of shopping, restaurants, bars and services. It was a short walk to pick up our rental car the next morning. The room was clean and comfortable but without a view. This wasn't a problem as we were in transit to another part of Crete. We were able to find many options to eat in the street, shop and and also found a bank machine nearby. The hotel breakfast offered lots of variety and the coffee was good. There was nothing disappointing about the whole experience and overall the hotel was better than we expected for the price. It was a 20 minute drive to Knossos. I would be happy to return for a longer stay.

The staff were so kind! I had an early flight to Athens and needed to leave around 5:40. The staff called a taxi for me and even made breakfast for me two hours before breakfast usually opens. That property was nicely situated. It was close to the old town and several shops and well as a text stand and a bus station. The rooms were nice and clean. The lounge and breakfast was great.

Absolutely everything was amazing! The stuff was so helpful and hospitable. They helped us book our Santorini excursion and helped us find rent a car. The room was very spacious and clean. They changed towels every day. The location of hotel is perfect, just in center, around all top sights, shops, cafes. All in all, this was just one perfect experience and example of hospitality that mainly all Greek people offer. Would recommend whiteout doubt.

An excellent hotel that's clean and fresh. There's a large lobby and a nice breakfast every morning, with good coffee. The location is excellent for exploring Heraklion. The staff was incredible: due to a recent bone break, I needed help with my bags and other small things. I contacted the hotel ahead of time, and they were so helpful throughout my stay. Highly recommended!

Lato Boutique Hotel
★★★★

★★★★

8

Very good

(2519 reviews)

Heraklio Town

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"Location was great! Short walk to a beautiful beach! Pool area was lovely and offered many different seating types. Pool was clean. We had dinner at the restaurant our first night and the meal was really good." (9/10)

RestaurantConcierge serviceMassage servicesFamily roomsPets allowedScuba diving on siteNon-smoking roomsRoom service

7 room types available

Superior Triple Room - City View