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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.

it was very clean all around, the staff was super nice , offering help and solving any possible issue, we had to check out before breakfast and they packed us sandwiches cake drinks… amazing

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9.4
Wonderful
2,886 reviews
Price from
$102
per night

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.

Everything except cold cooked breakfast

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8.6
Excellent
3,486 reviews
Price from
$39
per night

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....

staff caring about making your stay the best possible we had an issue with the taxi driver at the arrival to the airport (booked in advance through the Hotel), they upgraded our room for free as a compensation. definitely appreciated. Great lounge bar and a special congrats to the restaurant’s Chef, we had exquisite dinners.

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9
Wonderful
2,136 reviews
Price from
$135
per night

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, DOM Boutique Hotel is located in the center of Heraklio, 1.4 miles from Amoudara Beach. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

Everything! location, staff, room and breakfast… all was very pleasant especially Sofia on the front desk 🌷

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8.9
Excellent
2,141 reviews
Price from
$97
per night

This well-known Capsis Astoria Heraklion is located next to the Archaeological Museum.

The breakfast was perfect, i really enjoyed the place!

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7.9
Good
1,998 reviews
Price from
$56
per night

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...

The staff was top notch - so accommodating. Breakfast was terrific and the staff even put together a nice breakfast box for us the morning we left early. Bed was super comfy. Room was spacious. View was great. Shower temp and pressure perfect. Every amenity possible was offered. Well located for visiting all of Iraklio's sights. This hotel goes above and beyond.

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8.4
Very Good
1,687 reviews
Price from
$106
per night

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.

24-hour personnel at the front desk. Excellent breakfast, starting at 7am. Located on the same road as the ferry port.

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8.3
Very Good
4,079 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, Metropole Urban Hotel in Heraklio Town is located 1 mi from Venetian Walls.

Excellent city location, everything is access able

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8.9
Excellent
1,838 reviews
Price from
$79
per night

Located opposite the old city harbor, Lato Boutique Hotel features a rooftop restaurant-bar overlooking Heraklion's Venetian Fortress.

In the center, classy place, next to everything. Wonderfull team and amazing breakfast

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8
Very Good
2,512 reviews
Price from
$88
per night

Less than 5 minutes' bus ride from Heraklion center in Crete, Sofia hotel offers a seasonal swimming pool and a seasonal restaurant. It serves breakfast and features rooms with free WiFi and a...

Very nice small hotel. We come late at night. Everything was perfect.

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7.9
Good
3,619 reviews
Price from
$55
per night

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Heraklio's best hotels with breakfast

  • Metropole Urban Hotel

    Metropole Urban Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Breakfast options

    Featuring a shared lounge, Metropole Urban Hotel in Heraklio Town is located 1 mi from Venetian Walls.

    Breakfast, room with a balcony and view of the square

    8.9
    Excellent · 1,838 reviews
  • Lato Boutique Hotel

    Lato Boutique Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Breakfast options

    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

    8.0
    Very Good · 2,512 reviews
  • Lato Annex Boutique Rooms

    Lato Annex Boutique Rooms

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Breakfast options

    Located in Heraklio, 1.5 miles from Amoudara Beach, Lato Annex Boutique Rooms has accommodations with a restaurant and private parking.

    Nice location, friendly stuff, apartment was great

    8.1
    Very Good · 681 reviews
  • Olympic Hotel

    Olympic Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Breakfast options

    Hotel Olympic is located in the heart of the city of Heraklion at one of the most historical squares, Kornarou Square.

    Location was perfect and the staff was wonderfull!

    8.0
    Very Good · 634 reviews
  • Vespera City Hotel

    Vespera City Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Breakfast options

    Featuring a terrace, Vespera City Hotel is located in the center of Heraklio, 1.1 miles from Amoudara Beach.

    The breakfast was splendid. The location was ideal.

    8.9
    Excellent · 72 reviews
  • El Greco Hotel

    El Greco Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Breakfast options

    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!

    7.8
    Good · 3,370 reviews
  • Capsis Astoria Heraklion

    Capsis Astoria Heraklion

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Breakfast options

    This well-known Capsis Astoria Heraklion is located next to the Archaeological Museum.

    The breakfast was perfect, i really enjoyed the place!

    7.9
    Good · 1,998 reviews
  • Castello City Hotel

    Castello City Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Breakfast options

    Located by the ancient Pantokrator Gate, Castello City Hotel is just a short walk from Heraklion beach.

    Breakfast was amazing and the staff super friendly

    7.7
    Good · 1,962 reviews

Budget hotels in Heraklio

  • DOM Boutique Hotel

    DOM Boutique Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Budget Hotel

    Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, DOM Boutique Hotel is located in the center of Heraklio, 1.4 miles from Amoudara Beach. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

    There's nothing not to like about this place! 10 out of 10

    8.9
    Excellent · 2,141 reviews
  • Infinity City Boutique Hotel

    Infinity City Boutique Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Budget Hotel

    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.

    Polite staff , very good place. very good breakfast

    8.6
    Excellent · 3,485 reviews
  • Olive Green Hotel

    Olive Green Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Budget Hotel

    Olive Green Hotel is centrally located in Heralkion, right in the lively shopping area of the town.

    great location, great room and really helpful staff

    8.8
    Excellent · 1,453 reviews
  • Iraklion Hotel

    Iraklion Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Budget Hotel

    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

    8.0
    Very Good · 1,498 reviews
  • Lena Hotel

    Lena Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Budget Hotel

    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

    8.2
    Very Good · 1,031 reviews
  • Marin Hotel

    Marin Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Budget Hotel

    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!

    8.2
    Very Good · 2,190 reviews
  • Atrion Hotel

    Atrion Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Budget Hotel

    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.

    8.5
    Very Good · 2,075 reviews
  • Aquila Atlantis Hotel

    Aquila Atlantis Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Budget Hotel

    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

    8.4
    Very Good · 1,687 reviews

Hotels located in the center of Heraklio

  • Mirabello Hotel

    Mirabello Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Central location

    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

    8.3
    Very Good · 1,154 reviews
  • Athinaiko Hotel

    Athinaiko Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Central location

    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

    8.3
    Very Good · 4,078 reviews
  • Kronos Hotel

    Kronos Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Central location

    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

    8.3
    Very Good · 2,241 reviews
  • Rea Hotel

    Rea Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Central location

    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.

    very kind staff, perfect location, parking for the hotel,

    8.2
    Very Good · 1,328 reviews
  • Irini Hotel

    Irini Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Central location

    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!

    8.0
    Very Good · 825 reviews
  • Sofia Hotel

    Sofia Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Central location

    Less than 5 minutes' bus ride from Heraklion center in Crete, Sofia hotel offers a seasonal swimming pool and a seasonal restaurant.

    Food was very good. Staff also very supporting and kind

    7.9
    Good · 3,620 reviews
  • City Life Hotel

    City Life Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Central location

    Located just 656 feet from Heraklion Port, City Life Hotel offers quality central accommodations with modern amenities, including free WiFi access. The hotel is fully air-conditioned throughout.

    Staff was so helpful and friendly, location is perfect.

    7.7
    Good · 587 reviews
  • Poseidon Hotel

    Poseidon Hotel

    Hotel in Heraklio
    Central location

    A 10-minute walk from central Heraklion, hotel Poseidon offers panoramic sea, mountain, and city views. It has free Wi-Fi, and features a yard and air-conditioned rooms with private balconies.

    The receptionist was lovely. So helpful and friendly.

    7.4
    Good · 1,386 reviews

FAQs about hotels in Heraklio

The Cradle of Minoan Civilisation

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.

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What Guests Said About Heraklio:

  • 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

    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

    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!
    H
    Helen
    Australia
  • 8.0

    Knossos was wonderful.

    Knossos was wonderful. The boutique Georgia's Garden Hotel north of town where we stayed 3 nights was sweet. A day around Heraklion is nice. We'd like to spend at least a week going around the rest of Crete, and regate that we didn't get far from Heraklion
    Victor
    United States of America
  • 6.0

    Heraklion was a city that has been built a lot around the...

    Heraklion was a city that has been built a lot around the tourism industry. So if you are looking for a more genuine side of Crete i suggest you visit one of the other cities and even better the small villages. The food scene however is incredible with great flavors and innovative ways to introduce the cretan cuisine to a more modern setting. Also there are some interesting museums such as the natural history one and the museum of ancient technology
    Ioannis Gkourogiannis
    Greece
  • 10

    Heraklio gets a bit of an unnecessary bad rap.

    Heraklio gets a bit of an unnecessary bad rap. Sure, it's a port town, but it's also charming with lovely people working in the tourist/non-tourist parts of town. I'd happily return for good food and the lovely atmosphere. My family much preferred walking around Heraklio to Knossos. We ate at Phyllo Sophies and Ipocampus twice. Great desserts and great meals. Highly, highly recommend getting bougatsa and loukoumades at Phyllo Sophies!

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