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About this property
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 balcony. The fully refurbished rooms are light, spacious and are soundproofed. Each includes air conditioning, LCD satellite TV and fridge. Guests can relax by the outdoor pool, surrounded with sun loungers and enjoy a refreshing cocktail from the bar. A variety of restaurants can be found within 656 feet from the property. Heraklion is rich in Ottoman, Byzantine and Venetian architecture, as well as in Cretan restaurants and souvenir shops. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can arrange car rental and free private parking is possible on site. Heraklion International Airport is just 0.9 mi away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Moshe
Israel
“Perfect airport hotel. Clean, comfortable, close to the airport.” - Paul
United States
“Close from Heraklion airport and convenient for the midnight flight arrival. Yet the taxi cost 15 Euro. The reception was open all night. My room was OK and was rather spacious. I didn't know that there was an air conditioner until next morning....” - Steven
United States
“Matches the description with a beautiful pool, spacious indoor and outdoor breakfast area, and good location.” - Camilo
Colombia
“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.” - Ynskje
Netherlands
“Beautiful hotel, good breakfast, pool looked good and late check-in and check-out were great!” - Devrim
Mexico
“Good location if in need of a place nesrby airport. Airport reachable by walk” - Sharon
United States
“Very close to ferry harbor, had food service and a very nice pool area to relax.” - Caio
Austria
“Close to airport, perfect for an early departure or a late arrival” - Thomas
United States
“Perfectly acceptable airport hotel. We were able to walk to and from without a problem with a rental car drop off the day before and an early morning flight. Great location with some cafes nearby for a coffee on the way to our flight. Clean, staff...” - Mike
Canada
“Close to the airport but not an easy walk if you have suitcases”
Hotel area info
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.



The fine print
Kindly note that baby cots can be provided upon request.
Kindly note that early, light breakfast (coffee, tea, milk, toast bread, butter, jam and cake) can be provided upon request to all guests checking out early.
Kindly note that the restaurant does not operate during the winter season (October to mid April).
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Sofia Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
License number: 1039Κ013Α0185100