Close to Heraklion Port, Athinaikon provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Heraklion is home to Athinaikon. Manos Hatzidakis Theatre and Museum of the Battle for Crete and National Resistance are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Palace of Knossos and Bembo Fountain. Natural History Museum of Crete and Watercity Waterpark are also worth visiting. Visit our Heraklion travel guide
Crete Island, Heraklion, 89 Ethnikis Antistassis Street
What's nearby
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Heraklion Port
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Venetian Walls
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Eleftherias Square
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Heraklion Town Hall
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER)
13 min drive
Restaurants
Αθηνά Food & Coffee
8 min walk
McDonald's
5 min walk
Cine Gyros
8 min walk
Steam
8 min walk
Κρητικός Φούρνος
7 min walk
About this property
Athinaikon
Hotel near Heraklion Port
Consider a stay at Athinaikon and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
Outdoor furniture, a computer station, and a front-desk safe
A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Athinaikon offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 5 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room crib
In-room refrigerator
Rollaway/extra bed
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Business services
Business center
Computer station
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Accessibility
Elevator
More
3 floors
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Rollaway/extra bed
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 12:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Express check-out available
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
Renovations and closures
The property will be renovating from January 1 2026 to December 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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 0.50 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 5 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
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
Property Registration Number 1039Κ012A0000400
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Athinaikon Heraklio
Athinaikon Hotel
Athinaikon Hotel Heraklio
Hotel Athinaikon
Athinaikon Hotel Crete/Heraklion
Athinaikon Hotel Heraklion
Athinaikon Heraklion
Athinaikon Hotel
Athinaikon Heraklion
Athinaikon Hotel Heraklion
Frequently asked questions
Is Athinaikon pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Athinaikon?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Athinaikon on Mar 7, 2026 start from ¥8,565, 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.
How much is parking?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Athinaikon?
Check-in begins at 12:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Athinaikon?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Athinaikon located?
Situated in Heraklion, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Venetian Walls and Heraklion Port. Eleftherias Square and Dedalou Shopping Street are also within 15 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Athinaikon Reviews
7.6
Good
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Clean room, AC worked well and bed was comfy. Close to the port for catching ferry early and walkable to old town. We didn’t have the breakfast as we left too early, but it was available for 10 euro per person
Good location, friendly, excellent value for money
Friendly welcome, good location. We had a slight issue in that the shower head clip (to attach to the pole) was missing, I mentioned it to reception and it was dealt with immediately. Breakfast was basic as I expected for the price.
This hotel is about a 6 minute walk from the bus station and is in easy reach of the town centre, about a 10 minute walk. The sanitary recommendations for Covid are strictly applied, the rooms are cleaned daily. Staff are on duty 24/24 and are all very helpful and friendly. The breakfast is varied and plentiful. Only one bad point, situated on a main street it's quite noisy you need ear plugs at night.
We liked this hotel so much, that we booked 2 nights on our return to Heraklion. The staff are so friendly & helpful. It is also very conveniently located in walking distance of the ferry port, bus station & city centre.
A lovely welcome. We arrived late but the gentleman in reception was so welcoming. We had a very early start to catch the ferry in the morning. He very kindly arranged for the catering staff to provide coffee, biscuits & cake for us.
It was one of the best hotels even if it is rated at 3stars category. the reason of being satisfied about my staying there is that it had a wonderful view of all over the coast line, it was clean and spacy, the breakfast was appropriate and the dinner was of a great variety on the boufet and well cooked foods as meat, salads, desserts and ordef. the only disadvantage is the charged Internet when u are in the room.
Beautiful, clean, near ferry port and McDonald's!!
Amazing!! Beautiful, clean, friendly hotel. Front desk staff were all angels, gave great directions. Importantly, there is NO KETTLE in the room. The front desk provided me with hot water at all hours for hot drinks in my room or in the lobby. Wifi was fine. Cheap, good supermarket around the corner. Near McDonald's, bus station, and ferry port!! Quick walk to town, not bad.
esperienza relativa all'hotel molto positiva. accoglienza gentile e pulizia di tutti gli ambienti.
colazione ottima. zona molto comoda da raggiungere sia dal centro che dall'aeroporto. unico neo che le taverne e i ristoranti non siano vicinissimi
It Was A 5 Days Stay the Hotel is on a main street near the port and the bus to the airport and also a 5 min walk to the center which is perfect for the restaurants and nightlife there is a nearby supermarket.
The entire hotel smelled like cigarette smoke. The bedding and towels had hairs on them which wasn't from us. The street noise and noise from the rest of the hotel came through the walls very clearly. We were woken up by people in flip flops going down the stairs every morning. The breakfast supplied by the hotel was fairly tasty and had a good variety of foods. The people at the front desk were generally friendly.
Hôtel proche du port et de l’arrêt de bus pour se rendre à l’aéroport.
Quartier proche du centre ville mais sans intérêt.
Séjour d'une nuit sans déjeuner avant retour en France.
Chambre spacieuse. Salle de bain très petite.
Personnel très accueillant .
C.G.
6/10 Okay
Raffaele
Jul 27, 2016
Vicino a e facilmente raggiungibile da aeroporto & porto.
A due passi dal centro a piedi.
Ottimo per breve approccio in transito da/per la città all'arrivo/partenza da Creta.
Struttura un pò datata (soprattutto i bagni) e un pò spartana, ma pulita ed economica.
The entrance of the hotel looked very nice and the staff was friendly but the room was very basic which was fine as my husband and I were staying only the 1 night to catch a boat early morning. I hardly slept as it was very noisy, I could hear the lift and then water running, it went on for a while way after 1am!! The room could have been more inviting and needed a little updating. It is a shame as it is convenient for transport links.
Nathalie
6/10 Okay
Rolf, Braunschweig
Jun 22, 2016
Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal zur Zwischenübernachtung vor oder nach Flug
Wir haben das Hotel für eine Übernachtung vor Rückflug gebucht. Dafür war es ideal. Innenstadt und Hafen fußläufig erreichbar, fünf Minuten bis zur Bushaltestelle zum Flughafen.
Freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal
Rolf
6/10 Okay
Melissa, Austin, Texas
Sep 29, 2015
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and Convenient
This hotel is straight down the street from the port so very convenient. I came in at night and didn't want to spend money on a cab, so it was perfect. Old look and feel in the rooms, but it was clean and had A/C, hot water, wifi, and great new sheets and towels. Breakfast is basic, and they ran out of honey for the yogurt, which is pretty crazy for Greece. Pretty quick walk to the city center.
We found this hotel to be great value and conveniently located for both the airport and the centre of town, which is about 10/15 minute walk away. The staff are very friendly and we received a very warm welcome when we arrived in the early hours of the morning. We were able to park right outside the hotel, with no problems. Our room had good air conditioning and a private balcony with partial sea view. The continental breakfast was very good. We would highly recommend.
david
8/10 Good
ATHANASIOS, KOZANI
Sep 11, 2015
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
ΠΟΛΥ ΦΙΛΙΚΟ ΚΑΙ ΕΞΥΠΗΡΕΤΙΚΟ ΠΡΟΣΩΠΙΚΟ,ΣΧΕΤΙΚΑ ΚΟΝΤΑ ΣΤΟ ΚΕΝΤΡΟ ΜΕ ΤΑ ΠΟΔΙΑ,ΔΕΚΑΠΕΝΤΕ ΛΕΠΤΑ ΑΠΟ ΤΟ ΑΕΡΟΔΡΟΜΙΟ ΜΕ ΤΟ ΑΣΤΙΚΟ,ΤΑ ΑΠΑΡΑΙΤΗΤΑ ΕΝΤΟΣ ΤΟΥ ΔΩΜΑΤΙΟΥ,ΕΧΕΙ ΣΧΕΙΚΑ ΜΙΚΡΟ ΜΠΑΝΙΟ ΔΕΝ ΘΑ ΤΟΣΥΝΙΣΤΟΥΣΑ ΓΙΑ ΔΙΑΜΟΝΗ ΠΟΛΛΩΝ ΗΜΕΡΩΝ.
Abbiamo soggiornato 2 notti per visitare la città a knosso. Abbiamo parcheggiato l'auto di fronte e siamo andati a piedi in centro.
Il personale é stato molto cordiale ci ha aiutato per gli orari del museo. Nella camera assegnata c'era odore di fumo e ce l'hanno cambiata senza storie.
Disponibilità massima da parte dei gestori,la hall ampia,elegante e pulita offre molti servizi ma per il resto, camere piccole, su strada rumorosa, arredi del ventennio scorso. Non ci sarei rimasto più di una notte,nè in quest'hotel nè a Heraklion che offre davvero poco rispetto alle altre belle città cretesi
Bel hotel, chambres assez spacieuses, confort des lits correct (comme toutes les îles grecques que nous avons visitées ahah) et situation géographique parfaite (5 min à pieds du centre-ville et 10 min à pieds du port!) personnel très accueillant, c'était agréable!