"The house was a lovely old Cretan house renovated to a high standard, and Popi was a wonderful, helpful, and knowledgeable host - really friendly and full of suggestions of where to go next. You will need to have a car to get around as it is not at all central, and do not expect a modern building - but it was full of character and the aircon worked very well, so in my eyes it was perfect! I would happily stay here again, and hope to do so some day in the coming years."
"The house was a lovely old Cretan house renovated to a high standard, and Popi was a wonderful, helpful, and knowledgeable host - really friendly and full of suggestions of where to go next. You will need to have a car to get around as it is not at all central, and do not expect a modern building - but it was full of character and the aircon worked very well, so in my eyes it was perfect! I would happily stay here again, and hope to do so some day in the coming years."
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"The location is excellent. Friendly staff. Only 15 minutes from airport. You can get a great view of the port and fortress. The buffet breakfast may be the best we have seen in the U.S. or Europe. We highly recommend a local restaurant (Veneto) that is just two blocks up from the side entrance on the right hand side. Great food, excellent prices, and outstanding views. Also recommend the history museum. Great summary of island’s history, including involvement in WW II."
"Everything was above my expectations From the front desks to the cleaning staff every day I was surprised Very nice view and close to the beach and town centre just 5 minutes walking around The hotel and room are very clean and big Thanks everyone special to the staff for the front desks they leave us to check in little bit early what was big bonus for us .Reception area very clean and a lot of staff ready for help I hope I will see you again"
"The hotel was lovely. Our room was very spacious with a living area and bathroom (with shower) separated by a door from the bedroom with king size bed and another bathroom (with soaking tub). The only challenging part was parking.We had to illegally park to unload the car and then drive it down to the port parking lot. It was about a five minute walk back to the hotel.
Unfortunately, the weather was not on our side to enjoy the gorgeous spacious balcony that we had overlooking the harbor and the sea."
"Perfect stay for an overnight close to our ferry ride. Hotel staff was superb in getting us into our room early and though the room was small it was conveniently located to walking to shopping/supermarkets/ports and attractions. The rooftop breakfast was exceptional for a smaller hotel and we are so grateful we were able to take advantage of it. The only complaint at all is that it can be difficult to find parking nearby. We would completely recommend staying here if you need to get to the airport/port quickly. It’s a 3/10 mile walk down a steep hill but us seniors were able to handle it."
"Everything was great at Kronos, wish we could stay longer. Highly recommend this hotel for friendly and helpful staff, great location, easy parking and great breakfast. We specifically selected this hotel as we were taking a ferry and could drop rental car at Port. Also, very few hotels start breakfast at 6:30 am which we needed to catch ferry. Breakfast included scrambled eggs, hard boiled eggs, cheeses, meats, etc.
Was raining upon check in and we were wet, Nikos was so kind offering an umbrella and providing a parking spot in front of hotel. Such a relief!
Highly recommend staying here!"
"L'hôtel est bien situé, à quelques minutes à pieds du centre ville et offre l'accès à un parking à quelques dizaines de mètres. La chambre était propre et équipée. La salle de petit dej au 5e étage est très agréable avec une belle vue et le petit déjeuner est excellent avec beaucoup de choix. Seul défaut : l'hôtel étant en ville c'est assez bruyant, probablement mal isolé car on entend du passage dans la rue même au 4e étage. Globalement nous recommandons."
What can a history buff expect from a stay in Heraklion?
Those looking for a tour of historical sites should plan a trip to Heraklion. While you're here, you might want to visit the bustling port and major shopping area. You can also discover the area's fascinating museums.
What's the best hotel in Heraklion that's close to historical sites?
Based on our travel expertise, Traditional Cretan Houses is a top historic hotel bookable on our site and it features free WiFi. Venetian Walls is a short 18-minute drive away.
How many historical hotels will I find in Heraklion?
In Heraklion, there are 742 hotels bookable on Expedia, including 2 historic hotels or hotels close to historic sites.
What are the most important historical sites and other places in Heraklion?
Heraklion is notable for landmarks like Morosini Fountain, Venetian Walls and Koules Fortress. Known for its museums, cultural venues include Historical Museum of Crete, Natural History Museum of Crete and Nikos Kazantzakis Museum. Heraklion Port is another popular sight to explore.
What is a historic hotel like in Heraklion?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay in a building that has a national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Heraklion, giving a sense of history.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, it's mainly the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Heraklion have modern facilities?
Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you've come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Heraklion, don't worry that you'll find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.