Crete is the largest of the Greek islands, and one of the largest in the Mediterranean Sea. Crete's two largest cities, Heraklion and Chania, both offer major airports and numerous hotels. Both cities offer historic sites, ancient architecture, and numerous shopping venues and recreational activities. Hotels in Crete are predominately upper-end in terms of class.
The Galaxy Hotel is located in downtown Heraklion. Nearby attractions include Eleftherias Square and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, both one mile from the hotel. The hotel is listed on Expedia's 2010 list of Insiders' Select hotels. The Galaxy was completely renovated in 2008, and includes amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center with massage room, 24-hour front desk, business center, complimentary Wi-Fi and concierge. There are two restaurants on site, and room service is available.
All 127 rooms are decorated in a contemporary style and each includes a plasma television, Egyptian cotton sheets, mini-bar, balcony, in-room safe, double-glazed windows, slippers and bath robes. Connecting rooms are available, as are suites with a separate living area.
Galaxy Hotel
75 Dimokratias Avenue
71306 Heraklion, Crete
Greece
011-30-2810-238812
galaxy-hotel.com
The Castro Hotel is an economy property located two miles west of downtown Heraklion. Nearby attractions include the Venetian Walls (three miles away) and Pankritiko Stadium (two and a half miles away). The Castro is within walking distance of the beach, and each room has a view of the sea. Amenities include on-site parking, outdoor swimming pool, complimentary breakfast and 24-hour front desk. There is an on-site restaurant as well as a poolside bar.
The hotel offers 52 single, double and triple rooms, as well as apartments that sleep between two and four people. All rooms include a private bathroom, mini-fridge, air conditioning and a satellite television.
Castro Hotel
A. Papandreou 301, Ammoudara
71414 Heraklion, Crete
Greece
011-30-2810-822770
castro-hotel.com
The Kydon Hotel opened in 1968 and is an upper-class property located in downtown Chania. Nearby attractions include the Khania Archaeological Museum (two blocks away) and the Chania Lighthouse (four blocks away). Hotel amenities include a 24-hour front desk, available babysitting service and an on-site laundry. There is an on-site restaurant and bar.
All 114 rooms include a balcony, double-paned windows, mini-bar and individually controlled air conditioning. Views of the white mountains, Cretan Sea, Venetian Harbor and old town are all available from the various rooms. Nonsmoking rooms, suites with separate living areas and family rooms featuring two bedrooms and two bathrooms are available.
Kydon Hotel
Sofoklis Venizelos Square
73100 Chania, Crete
Greece
011-30-28210-522804
kydon-hotel.com
