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Aquila Atlantis Hotel

Aquila Atlantis Hotel

5 out of 5
2 Ygias Street Heraklion Crete Island
The price is NZ$291 per night from 20 June to 21 June
NZ$291
20 June - 21 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very helpful staff. The location is convenient and the rooms spacious."

Reviewed on 26 May 2026

Aquila Atlantis Hotel
Agapi Beach Resort - Premium All Inclusive

Agapi Beach Resort - Premium All Inclusive

4 out of 5
76, Andr. Papandreou Str, Ammoudara Malevizi Crete
The price is NZ$755 per night from 22 June to 23 June
NZ$755
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Malevizi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (807 reviews)
"The food was good. The beaches are nice. They clean their room every day. The staff is better friendly."

Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Agapi Beach Resort - Premium All Inclusive
Atrion Hotel

Atrion Hotel

3 out of 5
9 Chronaki Street Heraklion Crete Island
The price is NZ$211 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$211
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (881 reviews)
"Very helpful staff. Room was clean and comfortable. Special mention to Athina in the restaurant ... super friendly and welcoming."

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Atrion Hotel
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LAVRIS City Suites

LAVRIS City Suites

38 IKAROU AV & T. GEORGIADI Heraklion CRETE
Stay at this apartment in Heraklion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
"Super close to the port, bus station and other attractions. Lots of restaurants and things to do in the area. Staff was friendly and helpful but are only on site from 2p-9p."

Reviewed on 21 May 2026

LAVRIS City Suites
Petousis Hotel & Suites

Petousis Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
Andrea Papandreou,140 Malevizi Crete Island
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Malevizi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (123 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, all public areas and rooms spotless, and great breakfast"

Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Petousis Hotel & Suites
Marble Luxury Suites

Marble Luxury Suites

Karteros Heraklion 71500 Heraklion Crete
Stay at this apartment in Heraklion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
"Great location and fantastic space in the apartment. Perfect stay on arrival in Crete. Never got to take advantage of the pool and sunbed facilities but they looked amazing!"

Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Marble Luxury Suites
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Popular places to visit

Koudoumas Monastery

Koudoumas Monastery is just one of the places to see in Gortyna, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's museums.

Koudoumas Monastery

Rouvas Gorge

Explore the great outdoors at Rouvas Gorge, a lovely green space in Gortyna. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Rouvas Gorge

Gortys

Learn about the local history of Gortyna when you spend time at Gortys. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Gortys

Trypiti Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Trypiti Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gortyna. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Trypiti Beach

Museum of Messara

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum of Messara in Ambeloúzos. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Museum of Messara

Canyon Saint Sava

You can take time to visit Canyon Saint Sava during your travels to Gortyna. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Canyon Saint Sava

Activities

Authentic Crete in Winter: Minoan Farm, Winery and Monastery

Authentic Crete: Minoan Farm, Winery and Monastery

NZ$78
per adult
Authentic Crete: Minoan Farm, Winery and Monastery
Digenakis winery - Wine tasting experience

Digenakis winery - Wine tasting experience

NZ$37
per adult
Digenakis winery - Wine tasting experience
Cooking Lesson in Heraclion by Baxes

Cooking Lesson in Heraclion by Baxes

NZ$198
per adult
Cooking Lesson in Heraclion by Baxes
1 hour and 30 minutes wines and olive oil tasting in Greece

Wine tasting experience with Winery & Vineyard tour

NZ$128
per adult
Wine tasting experience with Winery & Vineyard tour
Pottery Classes

Koumoulia Ceramics / Ceramics courses

NZ$178
per adult
Koumoulia Ceramics / Ceramics courses
Crete: Olive Oil, Soap, Wine, Raki - Flavorful Culinary Journey

Crete: Olive Oil, Soap, Wine, Raki - Flavorful Culinary Journey

NZ$182
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Crete: Olive Oil, Soap, Wine, Raki - Flavorful Culinary Journey
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