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Cocoon City Hostel

Chania Town

Boasting a shared lounge and free WiFi, Cocoon City Hostel is set in Chania Town. The property is close to Mitropoleos Square, Municipal Art Gallery of Chania and Historical Museum of Chania. The accommodation features a shuttle service, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Perfect location, close to Old Town, Bus Station and not far from beaches. Facilities are quite new, and it has the vibe. You can meet lots of cool people here. Wide areas to chill and hang out.

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9.2
Superb
1,756 reviews
Price from
£17
per night

Youth Of Dope Hostel

Khordhákion

The hostel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, an oven, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a shared bathroom with a shower. Guest rooms include bed linen. this hostel more of a boutique hotel, super cool and vibrant

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9.2
Superb
235 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Chania Hostel Youth

Chania Town

Chania Hostel Youth is located just a 15-minute walk from Chania Town Centre. Featuring a well-tended garden, this historic, 1800’s rustic building offers accommodation with free WiFi throughout.

All bunk beds in Chania Hostel Youth dormitory rooms are comfortable. Each unit has views over the town or the garden. A shared bathroom with toiletries comes standard. I had an incredible stay at Chania Hostel! The moment I stepped in, I was enveloped in a warm Greek hospitality that made me feel right at home. Costa, Poppi, and Rick, along with the fellow travelers, created a friendly and welcoming atmosphere that added to the overall experience. The beautiful garden was a tranquil haven filled with love and care, providing a perfect spot to relax. The well-maintained AC and cleanliness truly impressed me. It's safe to say that my time at Chania Hostel was a delightful Greek adventure that I won't forget.

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9.3
Superb
268 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Doukas Hostel Room

Heralkio City Centre, Heraklio Town

Boasting a garden, a restaurant as well as a bar, Doukas Hostel Room is situated in the centre of Heraklio Town, 2.2 km from Amoudara Beach. The property is around 6 km from The Palace of Knossos, 18 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos and 400 metres from Morosini Fountain. Rooms have a patio with garden views and free WiFi. Perfect location to visit the city of Heraklion, everything you need is within 5min walking distance including shops, tourist attractions, bars, restaurants, etc... Airport is only 15-20min away and is easily reachable by bus Super friendly and dedicated host -  interacting with the host is already worth the visit! There is also a restaurant onsite serving tasty traditional local meals (must try)

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9.4
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

So Young Hostel

Heralkio City Centre, Heraklio Town

So Young Hostel is situated in Heraklio Town, a 4-minute walk from Heraklion Archaeological Museum and 400 metres from Venetian Walls. Popular points of interest around the property include Municipal Museum of the Battle of Crete and the National Resistance and Koules. Attractions in the area include The Minoan Palace of Knossos, 5 km away. Despite I stayed in 8 beds dorm, it was quite comfortable and due to the curtains I had privacy. And the terrace was amazing place to have a breakfast & coffee. Also I've met nice people to have a small talk.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,112 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

Matala Hostel

Matala

Matala Hostel features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Matala. The property is set less than 1 km from Matala beach, a 19-minute walk from Red Sand Beach and 2.5 km from Kommos Beach. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a concierge service and organising tours for guests. Walking distance from the Center, super kind and friendly staff.

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8.1
Very good
854 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Sofia rooms

Pitsidia

Located in Pitsidia and within 2.1 km of Kommos Beach, Sofia rooms features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is situated 2.5 km from Kalamaki Beach, 7.6 km from Phaistos and 11 km from Museum of Cretan Ethnology. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

At the hostel each room is fitted with air conditioning and a private bathroom. Amazing value for money, Sofía is an angel of friendliness and helpfulness, the location in the cute local village is better than Matala. The courtyard is a true oasis.

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8.9
Fabulous
204 reviews
Price from
£36
per night

Intra Muros Hostel

Heraklio Town

Providing free WiFi, Intra Muros Hostel is set in Heraklion. Everything Heraklion has to offer is a short stroll away.

Intra Muros Hostel offers a communal kitchen and shared bathrooms. Some dormitory rooms open to a balcony with city views. A shared coffee machine is also available. Chill hostel with all the necessary amenities and a cool rooftop terrace! Located in a nice neighborhood and walking distance from all the major sites in the city, there’s a supermarket close by. Comfortable rooms, good kitchen space, clean all around! Only stayed a day but met some great people, good place for a stay in Heraklion !

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8.6
Fabulous
921 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Pension Patelo

Pitsidia

At the hostel, each room is fitted with a balcony. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Pension Patelo also boast a sea view. At the accommodation rooms have bed linen and towels. Beautiful horizon view from the hill. Every morning I woke up with the sea view and every evening I ended the day with the view of the sunset. Marina was very kind, very available and flexible

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8.6
Fabulous
28 reviews
Price from
£48
per night

Psiloritis Elena

Kalamaki Heraklion

Psiloritis Elena features free WiFi throughout the property and views of sea in Kalamaki Heraklion. Located around 7.9 km from Phaistos, the hostel is also 10 km away from Museum of Cretan Ethnology. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service. The place is very close to the beach. Me and my wife loved it. The staff. This was the friendliest, most helpful staff I have ever had. Despite speaking very basic English, the owner helped with every. single. question. Big or small! If I could, I would give 15/10 to the staff alone!

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8.3
Very good
31 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

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