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Sofia Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Heraklion Port

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Enjoy a variety of breakfast options at our restaurant, featuring a selection of pastries, cereal, and more.
Experience the Sofia Hotel's sleek exterior, featuring a large window, a cozy bench, and a lush potted plant.
Dine in comfort with a central island counter and clear views of the dining area.
Relax in the elegant lobby, featuring comfortable seating areas, a fireplace, and a large window with a view of the outside.
Welcome to the Sofia Hotel, featuring a clean and well-maintained facade with a prominent entrance and large windows.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Single Room

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

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Heraklion

At Sofia Hotel you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Heraklion Port and 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Venetian Walls. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a poolside bar. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free extended parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Nea Alikarnassos hotel include Historical Museum of Crete and Natural History Museum of Crete.

What's nearby

  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Heraklion Port - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Historical Museum of Crete - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Natural History Museum of Crete - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Palace of Knossos - 6 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swissport Lounge Heraklion Airport - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Κούρος Καντίνα - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Goody’s Burger House - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Steam - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Sofia Hotel

Hotel with free parking, 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Sofia Hotel offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations, with a safe. Rooms open to balconies. This Heraklion hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a shower. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Italian

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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 cots (infant beds)!

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 all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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: from 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

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

Property Registration Number 1039Κ013A0185100

We should mention

  • On-site 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 on 03 April and close on 11 October.
  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at Sofia Hotel?

Sofia Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Sofia Hotel?

Yep, Sofia Hotel has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Are there any beaches close to Sofia Hotel?

The closest beach to Sofia Hotel is Ammoudara Beach (7.1 km).

Does Sofia Hotel have a pool?

Sofia Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from April 03 to October 11).

What makes Sofia Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sofia Hotel.

Is Sofia Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Sofia Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Sofia Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sofia Hotel?

No, Sofia Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sofia Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sofia Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sofia Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Sofia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 882 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 384 out of 882 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 882 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 882 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 882 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Close to airport and port.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

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

Local gem

Super close to the airport and was close to where I wanted to be as I was in Crete for a friend's wedding. Pool area was nice with enough sun loungers for October. I stayed in a single room and was a decent size for the little time I spent in there. It had a tiny balcony attached, which I wasn't expecting but was nice to sit outside in the evening and read. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne, victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very well situated for easy access to the airport. There is onsite parking available and it is close to car rental companies, literally walking distance. There are a couple dining options nearby but not as many as a traveller/tourist would expect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Sofia Hotel was conveniently located for a walk to the archaeological museum and an early morning departure at the airport. Hotel is nice and on a quiet street with convenient parking. Only problem wa that the bedding was uncomfortable and made sleep difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024