Built in 1925 and classified as a monument, the GDM Megaron is located in the heart of Heraklion, overlooking the old Venetian port and within walking distance of all the major sights of the city.
Karen
United States of America
The hotel is right off the water at the port. We had a room overlooking the harbor. We enjoyed watching the ships come and go. There was a nice balcony where you could stand and enjoy the water. (See photos) The room was nice and the bed was comfy. The bathroom was spacious with a great tub! The breakfast buffet was outstanding with a huge variety of offerings. It was one of the best I've ever experienced and the restaurant staff was friendly and attentive. It is a little bit of a walk to the historic part of town, but we didn't mind.
Kronos Hotel is conveniently located 215 yards from the center of Heraklion and just under half a mile from the port. It has accommodations with a private balcony and a bar.
Tania
United States of America
The location. Great view and near anywhere the old town
Located in Heraklio Town, 656 feet from Heraklion Archaeological Museum, the family-run Infinity City Boutique Hotel features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property.
shali
Canada
My flight is late , so I contacted property and they are willing to wait for me even it is beyond their working hours. Staff are really friendly and helpful. And location is great. Close to eveything
Located in Heraklion's elegant district, this 5-star hotel offers 2 gourmet restaurants, a free wellness center and a large freshwater pool. Luxurious rooms feature balconies with pool and city views....
Nakeisha
United States of America
So I stayed at three hotels and one Airbnb in Greece and this was my favorite accommodation in all of Greece. It was PERFECT!!! The room was big, so comfortable, the amenities were phenomenal, the body wash smelled delicious, I loved the bathroom. The staff were the absolute kindness, greeted my boyfriend and I was such genuine warmth, I can’t wait to visit again!!
El Greco is located in the heart of Heraklion's business and shopping district, within walking distance of the Archaeological and the Historical Museum, as well as public transportation, banks, ATMs...
Ian Christopher
Philippines
The hotel is at the center of the city of Herkalion. Hotel reception and staff are also friendly. The room is also comfy. Bathroom has hot water for winter. I think it’s the best hotel in Heraklion. My sister and I enjoyed our stay in this hotel.
Featuring a bar, Asterion Hotel is located in Heraklio in the Crete region, 1.7 miles from Heraklion Archaeological Museum and 2.1 miles from Venetian Walls.
Ari
Israel
Friendly staff.
Near the airport, good for late arrival or early departure stay.
Within 656 feet from the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, the 5-star Aquila Atlantis Hotel features an outdoor pool with unobstructed views over the harbor, a semi-covered pool and an elegantly...
Yonglin
United States of America
Great location near the Archaeological Museum. Nice room and facilities. Bathroom is superb, water pressure amazing. Good breakfast. Very helpful staff. Our ferry was cancelled after we checked out. We called the hotel and got our room back for an extra day at the same price.
Featuring a terrace and a restaurant, Artion Boutique by Enorme is located in Heraklio, 1.4 miles from Amoudara Beach and a 10-minute walk from Venetian Walls.
Super nice value for money ! Breakfast was great too.
Located in Heraklio Town, 656 feet from Heraklion Archaeological Museum, the family-run Infinity City Boutique Hotel features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property.
Great place... Our second time... We will be back!
Featuring rooms with free Wi-Fi, spacious lounge with bar and a 24-hour front desk, Iraklion Hotel is a modern, family-run hotel centrally located in Heraklion.
Staff, bed, location near the city center, breakfast
Within 656 feet from the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, the 5-star Aquila Atlantis Hotel features an outdoor pool with unobstructed views over the harbor, a semi-covered pool and an elegantly...
Great location, very friendly staff and very clean
Established in 1977 and totally renovated in 2004, this hotel is ideally located in Heraklion city center amid a quiet neighborhood with easy access to the harbor 1640 feet away.
Close to the centre, clean and quiet. Good value for money
Located in the center of Heraklion, Mirabello Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, most of them with balcony. Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is 2.5 mi away and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
Lift, big balcony, teapot and tea and coffee, very clean, new towels
Athinaiko Hotel occupies a central position in the heart of Heraklion, just a short stroll from the port and offers comfortable, rooms with attached bathroom.
Very delicious breakfast
Clean and comfortable room
Located in Heraklio, a 7-minute walk from Amoudara Beach, Mark Hotel provides accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
The staff very kind and it was a good place to stay!
Featuring a bar, Asterion Hotel is located in Heraklio in the Crete region, 1.7 miles from Heraklion Archaeological Museum and 2.1 miles from Venetian Walls.
The hotel is fine. The staff aboslutely kind. The hotel position is key for the airport
El Greco is located in the heart of Heraklion's business and shopping district, within walking distance of the Archaeological and the Historical Museum, as well as public transportation, banks, ATMs...
Loved the location, the decor, the 24/24 check in!
Pasiphae Heraklion Hotel is located in Heraklion, very close to the airport, port and the historical center where several restaurants, bars and museums can be found. It offers rooms with free Wi-Fi.
Good location if u have to catch a ferry next day , budget
Just a short walk from Heraklion center, Atrion offers elegant accommodations with free Internet access. It has a restaurant, while it is a few yards away from Heraklion’s busy promenade.
Great location, helpful staff and excellent breakfast.
Kronos Hotel is conveniently located 215 yards from the center of Heraklion and just under half a mile from the port. It has accommodations with a private balcony and a bar.
The staff was absolutely amazing, welcoming and helpful
Just a stroll away from Heraklion port, Marin Hotel offers a rooftop restaurant with panoramic views of the Venetian Fortress. Its rooms have a balcony, while free WiFi is available throughout.
absolutely beautiful and the location is gorgeous!
Hotel Rea offers simple and functional accommodations in a convenient location, adjacent to Heraklion’s Historical Museum of Crete. Air-conditioned rooms at the Rea are all equipped with free Wi-Fi.
Excellent location
Excellent stuff
Value for money
This centrally located Heraklion hotel offers spacious, modern rooms, some with views over the sea. Free WiFi is offered throughout. Irini Hotel is 2.5 mi from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport.
Excellent location! Very helpful and friendly staff!
Located opposite the old city harbor, Lato Boutique Hotel features a rooftop restaurant-bar overlooking Heraklion's Venetian Fortress.
comfortable and hospitable, lovely food on the roof
FAQs about hotels in Heraklio
On average, 3-star hotels in Heraklio cost $59 per night, and 4-star hotels in Heraklio are $80 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Heraklio can be found for $114 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Heraklio this weekend is $96 or, for a 4-star hotel, $135. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Heraklio for this weekend cost around $244 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs $96 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Heraklio for tonight. You'll pay around $135 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Heraklio will cost around $245, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
Nowadays known as the capital of the Greek island of Crete, Heraklion was once the centre of the Minoan civilisation and the port of the ancient Knossos. This stunning gem features rich history, outdoor markets and important archaeological sites.
Just 6 km from the lively Heraklion is the world-renown ruins of the Knossos palace, where according to the Greek mythology Daedalus built a labyrinth to hold the Minotaur.
Home to the 16th-century church of Agia Ekaterini, the cathedral of St. Minas, Venetian Loggia and the Archaeological Museum, this destination is much more than just a cosmopolitan city with vibrant nightlife. Do not forget to wander around the old port or visit the Venetian Walls.
Beach lovers can discover some of the most popular places of Crete like the tourist resorts of Malia and Hersonissos, the golden beach of Amoudara and the fishing village of Agia Pelagia.
The international airport of Heraklion, Nikos Kazantzakis, is the largest one in the island and the second busiest in Greece. Situated about 4 km from the city centre, it offers seasonal flights to Vienna, Barcelona, Zurich and St. Petersburg. Booking.com offers a great variety of hotels in Heraklion.
Heraklio is a great place to visit!. We stayed for over a month and were never bored. There is a very extensive pedestrian area with a huge variety of shops, places of cultural interest, restaurants and snack bars. The local cuisine is reasonably priced. The city is very busy with locals and tourists mixing in the pedestrian areas.
Heraklio is a great base for visiting the rest of the island as most of the major urban areas are also on the north coast. There are very efficient local and regional bus services and of course car and moped hire.
For those interested in history and culture Heraklio is the place to visit. I do recommend reading up on the incredible history of the island before visiting as this will help the visitor better understand the context of what they are visiting.
We visited in March to April and combined a city holiday with a beach holiday. There are two very long beaches very near the city centre.
Almost everyone we met spoke very good English so we never really got to use any of the little Greek we learned before travelling. In one month we never used any cash as all business take electronic payment per mobile phone, credit cards etc.
Pat
Germany
8.0
Scored 8.0
It's a nice town with a lot of shops, cafes, restaurants etc...
It's a nice town with a lot of shops, cafes, restaurants etc etc. People were nice. It has a spider-like outlay and you could easily get lost. GPS was not working well. I ended up searching half an hour for my hotel.
Chryssoula
Greece
8.0
Scored 8.0
Liked the fact there were lots of places to visit in the...
Liked the fact there were lots of places to visit in the town. It’s a mix of old and new and full of places to eat. Bus service is good and not expensive but taxis are expensive to visit around the island. People are friendly and most are able to speak some English but be aware all signs are in Greek so when trying to find your way walking it can be a bit confusing if you don’t speak the language. But that’s part of the fun of the holiday.
Lorna
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Seeing the Palace of Knossos and then the Archeology Museum...
Seeing the Palace of Knossos and then the Archeology Museum was a highlight! So much history and so interesting. This is where the Minotaur lived and the site of the Labyrinth, as well as the pre-Greek ancient Minoans. On top of this, inside the Venetian walls are a maze of fun streets with shops and restaurants, all walkable. Good food and fun. So very much worth going to Heraklion! Plus an easy peasy airport is very close nearby.
Catherine
United States of America
10
Scored 10
Heraklio is a city that contrives to hide its treasures.
Heraklio is a city that contrives to hide its treasures. At first, we were a little put off by the mix of architecture and the labyrinthine streets and alleys, but after a while, it all became known and comfortable. The museums are very good: the Archeo. obviously, but the Museum of Cretan History is lovely and has a pleasant terrace to enjoy coffee. The standout museum for us was the Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology, which is thoughtfully curated and with kind and friendly staff.
Bitirinis for fish; Antipodas for flesh.
John
Germany
10
Scored 10
I love Heraklion - I have visited many times and will...
I love Heraklion - I have visited many times and will continue doing so. There’s always something I wish I had more time to visit. During the day there’s so many nearby beaches to spend the day or historical sights to visit. There’s always great venues at night, countless clubs and bars and the restaurants are amazing, even just taking a stroll through the streets is fun.
Heraklion Museum, Knossos and a walk to the port is a must for every visitor!
Location was excellent, easy walk into the old town. Plenty of stirs and restaurants nearby. The property is contemporary with excellent space very comfortable bed. So enjoyed the pool. Living room is spacious and the kitchen is well equipped. Excellent bathroom with walk in shower! The reception/concierge staff (Maria & Sophie) were so lovely and always with a smile and and spot on with reservations , be it restaurants tours or boats!
Gear roof top very comfortable and perfects surrounding views of Crete!
Enjoyed our stay at this great hotel with the family! Great hotel, amazing staff and great location! 5 minute walk to the ferry port, 10 min walk into the city centre, bus stop conveniently right outside. Excellent location! Staff is super friendly and gave us the best advice to see the city, recommendations and assistance when needed. Thank you again to Christina, Sofia, Gregoris and the team! Will definitely visit again, you made our stay in Crete so memorable.
Sartori Concept Hotel is Crete’s gem!
Located in the city center of Heraklion, walking distance from the archeological museum and next to cafes restaurants and bars.
The cool part is the indoor yard which gives a relaxing vibe, ideal for enjoying a cup of coffee. Decorated with ceramic pots with beautiful flowers.
Peaceful and quiet room with luxurious furniture and artistic twist.
I always appreciate a good wifi connection and a good breakfast option.
We stayed one night at the hotel, it is the perfect location, right in the middle of Heraklion. Can just pop out and wander around the town with lots of shops, cafes and tavernas. Easy to check in, the room was great and the staff friendly. Breakfast was also great. I would highly recommend and would stay there again in my next trip to Crete. The hotel booked for us a taxi to the airport the next day only took 15 minutes to get there)
The DOM boutique is located in a perfect location of Heraklion centre. Just few seconds walk and you will find a supermarket, lot of restaurants and cafes. It's all that you need. The hotel itself is highly maintained and the employees are the best part. They are very helpful and kind people. The breakfast buffet is also very interesting and scrumptious. One of the best hotel I have stayed so far.
My wife and stayed here in January 24. Upon entering the door it was love at first sight. The apartment is spacious, impeccably clean, tastefully decorated, well insulated and easy to heat during the cold winter weather. The utilities and fittings are immaculate, functional and discrete. The beds are large and comfy, and the bedrooms are dream to sleep in. Lovely!
Out 3rd stay here and it never lets you down. Always the same exceptional welcome and the ambience of the hotel, the furnishings, the aircon just help you to relax as soon as you get through the door. We had a city room this time which was huge with a settee and all was just lovely. Thank you..we will always stay here for a least 1 night when we come to Crete.
Helen was an amazing host. She was available at all times and ensured we were able to check in without issue. She offered to call a taxi for me which was very helpful. The place is on point for the price. haves everything you need and is super CLEAN. if I come back to Crete I will again use this as an airport staging hotel. Thank you Helen.
The room was Amazing!!!!really clean and tidy!!
Bathroom was perfect,it's a new hotel that gives everything that you need
Welcome drinks and coffee, extremely friendly staff
Netflix on TV and wifi easy access,parking right outside
Near city centre and port
I will totally recommend the place
I stayed 2 nights and I will sure come back again!!
Stavros, the owner/manager was amazing. He gave us help and insights to Heraklion and other areas of Crete. He lived in Boston for awhile so he speaks perfect English. The location was fairly central. We had an issue with the shower that they fixed immediately. Can’t say enough about how friendly and kind they were.
The apartment was excellent it has everything necessary for a place away from home while visiting Crete. We were greeted with sweetness to the apartment.
P.s The apartment has a view to the sleeping giant of the mountain, with a bit of a good eye you'll see it from the balcony
Location is perfect! Very close to the city centre.
It was nice to have a small balcony.
It was quiet at night.
Possibility to check out very early was one of the main reasons to choose Mirabello Hotel for 1 night.
Good value of money.
This was a conclusion to a long vacation in Crete. The facilities cleanliness and location to the airport was perfect. Absolutely nothing to complain about or change.
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