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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. Perfect modern hotel. Everything feels new and in the room we found everything that we needed. Location perfect. There are quite big shopping malls near buy. Very quiet neighbourhood. Staff was perfect, very friendly, recommended places to eat and visit. Definitely stay here again when we will visit Heraklion.

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9.5
Exceptional
1,447 reviews
Price from
£55
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. Unique boutique hotel within Sfakia. Modern facilities, yet harmonized with the authenticity of the village.

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9.6
Exceptional
1,120 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. Great location. Very helpful staff in booking tours. Nice spa facilities. 24 hours pool. Absolutely recommend this place to stay. Beach is just behind hotel.

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9.3
Superb
2,858 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. The staff were amazing, extremely nice and pleasant. The location is incredible, Right in the middle of the city and close to everything. The room was perfect. The breakfast was great. 10/10

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9.1
Superb
1,083 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. Beautiful hotel Modern facilities Nice room with a great view Helpfully staff Amazing service Great drinks Delicious food Awesome beach

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9.1
Superb
1,094 reviews
Price from
£465
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. Extremely helpful staff, great rooms, centrally located. You can basically walk to most of the locations within 10 minutes. Staff were more than willing to help out with things like booking taxis or advice on places to visit and not getting overcharged.

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9.8
Exceptional
1,197 reviews
Price from
£107
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. Loved the clean fit out of the apartment and the location was walking distance to the beach and restaurants. The staff here are exceptional making it a wonderful place to stay. Everything is brand new and comfy beds as well.

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9.5
Exceptional
1,257 reviews
Price from
£107
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. Beautiful place, friendly people, great experience!

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9.1
Superb
1,229 reviews
Price from
£197
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. we loved everything about this lovely hotel, from the moment we arrived, and greeted by and given a tour by the even lovelier Sofia, to when sadly had to say our goodbyes to all the wonderful staff. such an elegantly designed hotel, attentive and big hearted helpful employees on a beautiful spot on one of the best islands on the planet! love Crete and now have a favourite hotel that I will certainly be visiting again!

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9
Superb
1,055 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. The room was spacious and clean, checkin was very fast, receptionist was very friendly, location was perfect and wifi worked very well

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9.3
Superb
1,308 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

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