Open since 1978, the family owned and run Lato Boutique Hotel is situated for views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Venetian Fortress. Located in downtown Heraklio, this hotel is within walking distance of famous archaeological museums and the marketplace. Open year-round, the Latos offers both standard rooms and suites. Wireless Internet access, safe, mini-bar, and air conditioning are included with each room. Suites include a complimentary American breakfast buffet. A steam room, Jacuzzi, and gym are also available for guests to enjoy.
Newly renovated in 2008, The Galaxy hotel offers single rooms and guest suites. This hotel is located on Dimokratias Avenue in Heraklio. Dimokratias Avenue is home to many shops, close to the cities' historic center, and near the Palace of Knossos and the Archaeological Museum. The 127 rooms feature pure Egyptian cotton linens and are decorated in warm browns and beige tones. For guests suffering from asthma or allergies, the Galaxy offers allergy-friendly rooms which have been specially treated to remove 99 percent of all allergens. Each room includes a plasma-screen television, air conditioning, electronic safe, work desk, and access to the fresh-water swimming pool and wellness club.
Within a short walk of the Historical Museum and Venetian port, the modern Atrion Hotel is close to cafes, shops and restaurants. Renovated in 2004 to include a conference center and business facilities, this hotel provides rooms with wireless Internet and electronic safes. The Atrion also offers car and bicycle rentals, 24-hour front desk assistance and pick-up laundry service. The hotel restaurant offers traditional Cretan dishes along with international fare and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Recommended by the Lonely Planet Guide Book and Frommer's, the Mirabello offers affordable lodging in the center of Heraklio. Most of the 25 rooms are soundproofed and include a balcony, air conditioning, Internet access and refrigerator. Located 150 yards from the shore, the hotel also offers easy access to Lion Square, the Historical Museum and the shopping center.
