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Sofia Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Heraklion Port

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Terrace/patio
TV
Quadruple Room
Breakfast served
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, sun loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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57 Stadiou Str., Heraklion, Crete Island, 71601
  • Place, Heraklion Port
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Heraklion Archaeological Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Koules Fortress
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Heraklion

Nea Alikarnassos stay.Your stay at this Nea Alikarnassos hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Heraklion Port and Venetian Walls. Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Museum of Ancient Greek Technology are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Heraklion Port - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Venetian Walls - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Eleftherias Square - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Koules Fortress - 6 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goody’s Burger House - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Hacienda - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Everest - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Κούρος Καντίνα - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Swissport Lounge Heraklion Airport - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Sofia Hotel

3-star hotel near Heraklion Port
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.

  • 1 building
  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (28 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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)!

Property payment types

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 10 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 1039Κ013A0185100

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sofia Hotel to the airport?

Sofia Hotel is 1.1 mi (8-min drive) away from the Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sofia Hotel?

As of May 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofia Hotel on May 29, 2026 start from CA $99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sofia Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sofia Hotel.

How close is Sofia Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.2 mi (8-min drive) from Karteros Beach and 5.6 mi (21-min drive) from Ammoudara Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sofia Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sofia Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 10 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Sofia Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sofia Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Sofia Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Sofia Hotel have a pool?

Sofia Hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Sofia Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Sofia Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sofia Hotel to downtown Heraklion?

Sofia Hotel is 1.6 mi away from Heraklion.

Sofia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 392 out of 958 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 409 out of 958 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 958 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 958 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 958 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, straightforward and confortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for the night before we flew out early. We actually just walked to the airport (15mins). Also a playground nearby for children.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Francisco, Oslo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonel, Tampa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu was decent but they did not provide enough bacon. Look like they ran out very shortly after opening at 7 am.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick, Castlegar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the airport. Staff recommended an excellent family restaurant ( the three mulberries).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

The hotel had a nice vibe and the breakfast was very good and excellent value.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
close to airport
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location near the airport. Paid for the hotel to order taxi service from the airport. Was easy and no issues dropping off at the hotel. Be careful as there are two Sofia hotels within a few blocks from each other. Drivers have gotten confused
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great close spot to the airport and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay close to the HER airport. Took the public bus to the hotel from the airport (2 EU person). The room was basic and clean, a great place to stay after a long flight and before renting a car to travel around the island. Very good buffet breakfast with a variety of items including breads, cakes, cookies, pasties, eggs, yogurt, cold cuts, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blaine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only spent one night here and arrived in the evening. The hotel is very nice and had a small restaurant where we had dinner. The pool was lovely and clean and we were able to find parking for our rental car. I would have booked this hotel again on our return to Heraklion, but it was full and we couldn't get a reservation. It's convenient to the port and the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. I am very pleased
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Adriana

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed here for 1 night as it was close to the airport. Rooms weren’t clean and it had a smell to it. Bed was very uncomfortable and the sheets were paper thin. Super old hotel - wouldn’t stay here again but managed because it was only 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

V good for a stopover near the airport

Car park somewhat disorganised. Breakfast v basic. Otherwise, everything was great - friendly and attentive staff, cleanliness, beer and gin(!)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tahany

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gailen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. Very close to airport. Clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nirav, Randolph

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and team. Thanks to Giorgios (the manager)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice front desk people, also 24 hour front desk. Our room had a little private balcony which is nice (I think all do) pool was nice (open til 7 pm) . Parking on street was regular trying to find a spot but they have a private lot also but about 10-15 spots. About 5 min drive from airport and 5-10 min drive to the fortress/downtown. Nice quiet safe location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and friendly, as well as efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Late check in was great. The staff made us some dinner even though it was after 10pm. Very accommodating. Room was comfortable for 4 as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025