Dhafnes Travel Guide
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Aquila Atlantis Hotel
"The Atlantis Hotel, which is located in the middle of Heraklion, is the perfect hotel for my recent visit of the beautiful island Crete on the 4th to the 8th of May this early spring. I had great views of the Koules Fortress from the room; the warm hospitality of the front desk and its staff (Maria ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026

Peninsula Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
"SPA service needs improvement."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026

Agapi Beach Resort - Premium All Inclusive
"Everything was excellent Service food room was clean stuff very friendly. I recommend overall to visit this place."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026

Village Heights Resort
"This place is honestly amazing. Every member of staff is helpful and friendly. I stayed with my friends wedding party and we all had an amazing time. They took amazing care of all of us. Would love to come back and stay longer to experience everything they have. Thank you!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

LAVRIS City Suites
"It was a wonderful stay, close and efficient to the ferry"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Plānis Str Urban Suites by Semavi
"Excellent hotel! We had stayed at another one of their properties a few weeks prior. The hotel staff communication and help is out standing! They booked us a taxi to get to the airport. We stayed on the 3rd floor, would request a lower floor next time….so many stairs 😳. Would highly recommend this ..."
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Popular places to visit

Heraklion Port
Watch fishing boats returning with their day's catch, enjoy a coffee in the fresh sea air or board a ferry bound for Crete’s nearby islands in this dynamic harbour.

Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Experience over 5,500 years of Cretian history at this important museum which has relics collected from the Minoan, Greek and Roman empires.

Palace of Knossos
This Minoan palace features a labyrinthine layout, remarkably well-preserved royal suites and masterful frescos making it one of Europe’s most important historic landmarks.

Historical Museum of Crete
Browse exhibits that record the dynamic past of Crete, from its early Byzantine days to its struggle for independence and beyond.

Natural History Museum of Crete
Spend an hour or two learning about the diverse Cretan environment and watching the kids experiment with natural science in this dynamic museum.

Koules Fortress
Beloved by locals for its sturdy, powerful appearance, this battlement has protected the city from Turkish invaders for over five centuries.
Activities

Heraklion: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, & Elounda Tour

Crete: Heraklion Center, Local Market and Creta Aquarium

CRETAquarium Entrance Ticket in Crete

Crete: Sunset or Morning Quad with Local Products Tasting



