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Sofia Hotel

3.0 star property

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Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 8 per person)
Breakfast served
Exterior
Terrace/patio
TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

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57 Stadiou Str., Heraklion, Crete Island, 71601
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Heraklion Port
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Heraklion Town Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds

Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About this property

Sofia Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Heraklion Port
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a seasonal outdoor pool, and concierge services. Housekeeping is not available.
Sofia Hotel offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. Rooms open to balconies. This Heraklion hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include showers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Sofia Hotel. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Heraklion Port. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a restaurant, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Heraklion Port and a few minutes from Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Sofia Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Heraklion hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Onsite venue - This restaurant serves breakfast only.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (71 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 8 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 1039Κ013A0185100
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open April 03 and close October 11.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Sofia Heraklion
Sofia Hotel Heraklion
Sofia Hotel Crete/Heraklion
Sofia Hotel Hotel
Sofia Hotel Heraklion
Sofia Hotel Hotel Heraklion

Sofia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 356 out of 897 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 388 out of 897 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 897 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 897 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 897 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Johnston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to airport

Good hotel for a quick stay if you are leaving early or arriving late at Heraklion airport. Good location close to airport. Comfortable stay and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great near airport stay!

Very close to the airport and town. Room is very clean and quiet with plenty of outlets and a nice bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

tier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not located close to city center. Pool was closed for season. That wasn't stated on Expedia
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Good access to the airport. Close to the bus to Heraklion. Staff were very helpful. The only wrinkle is that water in the rooms is non-potable so bring your own water.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

J J

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

J J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Arrived at airport after 1 a m. Walked up to hotel (1.7 km) and had no trouble checking in. Place is lovely and great value.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Alliance

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Alliance

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find at night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Michal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Okay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My go to stay when I'm in Heraklion!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

farzaneh

Liked: Amenities
The Hotel location was good. The hotel was clean & high class. The staff were very nice. The breakfast was great. I thank them for their hospitality
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

PIERLUIGI

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alain

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely convenient for an airport departure. Clean and also free parking on site. Beds however are very hard.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bodil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to airport. Clean basic room. Nice checkin staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Azadeh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Decent place to access the airport. The hotel is very basic and dated and needs renovation,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024