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Stay 365 Heraklion Apart Hotel

Heraklio Town - 1,050 yards from beach

Situated within 1.4 km of Amoudara Beach and 2.7 km of Venetian Walls in Heraklio Town, Stay 365 Heraklion Apart Hotel features accommodation with seating area and a kitchen. There is a private entrance at the aparthotel for the convenience of those who stay. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. I had a wonderful experience . Every staff member I encountered, from the valet to the check- in to the cleaning staff were delightful and eager to help! Thank you! Will recommend to my colleagues!

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9.5
Exceptional
1,466 reviews
Price from
£54
per night

The Authentic Village Boutique Hotel

Khóra Sfakíon - 100 yards from beach

Located in Khóra Sfakíon, within 100 metres of Vrissi Beach and less than 1 km of Ilingas Beach, The Authentic Village Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The property is allergy-free and is set 1.4 km from Ammoudi Beach. We LOVED the place. The rooms were beautiful and the friendliness of the staff was exceptional. The rooms were very clean at all times.

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9.6
Exceptional
1,128 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

Hyperion City Hotel & Spa 4 stars

Koum Kapi, Chania Town - 150 yards from beach

Facing the beachfront, Hyperion City Hotel & Spa offers 4-star accommodation in Chania Town and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and shared lounge. Boasting a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 300 metres from Koum Kapi Beach, less than 1 km from Saint Anargyri Church and a 12-minute walk from Archaeological Museum of Chania. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. Exceptionally friendly and efficient staff - 3 front desk people, 2 bartenders/room service ladies, breakfast cook and attendant, maintenance man who helped us figure out heater were all superb. Food also top notch, great value. We tried 5-6 dishes, all great. Beautiful view from nice window & balcony. Easy walk to shore and to round center.

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9.3
Superb
2,865 reviews
Price from
£132
per night

Morum City Hotel Chania 4 stars

Chania Town - 750 yards from beach

Located in Chania Town and with Nea Chora Beach reachable within 700 metres, Morum City Hotel Chania provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Certain rooms at the property include a terrace with a city view. Excellent hotel, location, very clean. Excellent experience!I would definitely recommend it! 👍 👌

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9.1
Superb
1,085 reviews
Price from
£104
per night

Lyttos Mare 5 stars

Anissaras, Hersonissos - 150 yards from beach

Located in Hersonissos, 500 metres from Analipsi Beach, Lyttos Mare provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. Featuring a kids' club, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a terrace. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Breakfast was very good as well as other meals. I had half-board.

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9.1
Superb
1,098 reviews
Price from
£464
per night

City Lion by Semavi

Heralkio City Centre, Heraklio Town - 1.1 miles from beach

Ideally located in the Heralkio City Centre district of Heraklio Town, City Lion by Semavi is set 600 metres from Heraklion Archaeological Museum, less than 1 km from Venetian Walls and 7.3 km from The Palace of Knossos. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 200 metres from the city centre and 2.1 km from Amoudara Beach. Very clean, modern and a good location

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9.8
Exceptional
1,200 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

White Swan

Rethymno Town - 200 yards from beach

White swan offers accommodation in Kallithea of Rethymno. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The property offers bike hire and features a garden and outdoor pool. We like everythink. Staff very kinf and friendly. Very comfortable beds, good air condition, Parking near. Everythink is very close - restaurants, sea, beach. We really enjoy our hollidays there :)

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9.5
Exceptional
1,260 reviews
Price from
£92
per night

Enorme Santanna Beach 4 stars

Ierápetra - 200 yards from beach

Facing the beachfront, Enorme Santanna Beach offers 4-star accommodation in Ierápetra and has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. Great dinner and breakfast! Amazing view from the room

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9.1
Superb
1,230 reviews
Price from
£200
per night

Abaton Island Resort & Spa 5 stars

Hersonissos - 300 yards from beach

The Buddha Beach Bar is an elegant beachside bar where beverages and wines are complemented by a selection of light snacks and inspired platters. The mood is laid back, with sophisticated chill out lounge music. Everything was amazing. Dinner at bony fish restaurant near the sea and dinner at wow restaurant with beautiful view. Staff was superb! Thanks Paulina and Nikos!!

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9
Superb
1,049 reviews
Price from
£329
per night

Mosaic

Chania Town - 1,050 yards from beach

Mosaic is centrally situated in Chania Town. Free WiFi is provided throughout.

Each room at this guest house is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom equipped with a shower. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Super clean room. Great location near city center, only 10 min walk from old harbor. been there before and it is our first choice when travelling in Chania

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9.3
Superb
1,310 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

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