5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
1 Nov 2019This property was so close to transport (bus over road to Knossos) and a minute to bus station for other Crete cities. Close walk to old town, etc.
Heraklion Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Where to stay in Heraklion
Nea Alikarnassos
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Nea Alikarnassos and you might want to plan a stop by Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum while you're in the area.
Sofia Hotel
57 Stadiou Str., Heraklion, Crete Island
The price is NZ$125 per night from 17 May to 18 May
NZ$125
per night
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (662 reviews)
Let's go Crete
"Hotel Sofia is a very nice, well appointed hotel near the airport. Some late afternoon aircraft noise, but no problem overnight. On a side street so quiet, but only 100yds to public transport to city. Also a range of shops and eateries in same area. Pool area good. Breakfast had a good selection. ..."
Reviewed on 9 May 2024
Aquila Atlantis Hotel
2 Ygias Street, Heraklion, Crete Island
The price is NZ$279 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$279
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (802 reviews)
"Nice, clean hotel, great location and view of the port."
Reviewed on 8 May 2024
GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel
9, D. Beaufort Street, Heraklion, Crete Island
The price is NZ$314 per night from 24 May to 25 May
NZ$314
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"This is a recently renovated old hotel. It still has that grand hotel ambience. It's a little off the city center but is still quite easy to walk to all the things you want to see or eat. The sea view is actually a view of the ferry port, so that's not much. The breakfast is excellent. Overall, it's ..."
Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stay 365 Heraklion Apart Hotel
Konstantinoupoleos, Heraklion
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Heraklion Port and Heraklion ...
10/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Business and leisure stay
"Stay was work/conference for 3 days and 4 days holiday.room was very good studio type flat.Reception staff were very helpful.The building is very modern looking and surrounded by everyday flats and some derelict looking areas but this is typical Crete.Felt very safe walking about.20 minute walk into ..."
Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2024
City Lion by Semavi
Psaromiligkon 13, Heraklion
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, dry cleaning or laundry services, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Heraklion Port and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
"Very unique space with ample living room and modern design. Excellent location in the heart of the city."
Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2024
LAVRIS City Suites
38 IKAROU AV & T. GEORGIADI, Heraklion, CRETE
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
"Lovely, clean and super helpful"
Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Heraklion Port
4.5/5(13 reviews)
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.
Palace of Knossos
4.5/5(13 reviews)
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.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
4.5/5(9 reviews)
Experience over 5,500 years of Cretian history at this important museum which has relics collected from the Minoan, Greek and Roman empires.
Knossos Archaeological Site
4.5/5(5 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Knosos with a visit to Knossos Archaeological Site. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Koules Fortress
4.5/5(7 reviews)
Beloved by locals for its sturdy, powerful appearance, this battlement has protected the city from Turkish invaders for over five centuries.
Heraklion Loggia
4/5(4 reviews)
Experience the city’s Venetian history as you explore this beautifully restored building, where ancient noblemen once came to meet and watch theatre performances.
Activities
Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island
NZ$74
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Heraklion: Small-Group Sailing Trip to Dia Island with Lunch
NZ$141
Per adult
5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,ATV Jeep,Buggy, Monster and Lunch
NZ$149
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Heraklion: Cretan Wine Tasting Tour & Gourmet Lunch
NZ$290
Per adult
From Crete: Agios Nikolaos, Plaka and Spinalonga Island Tour
NZ$62
Per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Heraklion
4.3
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
HBurns
13 Oct 2019If you get a chance, visit the traditional restaurant, Peskesi. What amazing food - organic and delicious! We loved the olive oil tasting and the different interpretation of traditional dishes - YUM! And the staff were fantastic.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
14 Jul 2019Parking was very difficult
4/5 - Good
Elliot
22 May 2019Nice area, reasonable pricing, many people spoke English
5/5 - Excellent
Anon
21 May 2019Only spent less than 2 days so wasn’t able to see many of the attractions, I would stay longer if I was to go again
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
12 Apr 2019Awesome city to visit. Need at least 4 days their to enjoy the city.
