2/5 - Disappointing
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The site was basically reproduced based on an Englishman's discovery. I wasn't impressed.
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Atrion Hotel
Price was ￥328,368, price is now ￥199,708 per person
￥199,708
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Dec 22 - Dec 26
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Roundtrip flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Heraklion (HER)
18/10 Exceptional! (845 reviews)
My stay started out very rocky but the night manager was amazing! Mary the manager went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and satisfied with our room. Breakfast was amazing! The entire staff were very accommodating. The hotel is near the city center, ladies it's a shoppers paradise! We stayed in the Jr Suite which was very spacious. The team at Atrion will go the extra mile for you!
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Aquila Atlantis Hotel
Price was ￥325,452, price is now ￥203,660 per person
￥203,660
per person
Dec 22 - Dec 26
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Heraklion (HER)
18/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
The hotel was nice. The people did not do a good job with the parking situation. The booking clearly states that self parking is included in the booking. When we arrived the parking lot that has 15 spaces for a very large hotel, was completely full. We were told we could park in a different garage near by (5 min walk). This cost 10 eu a day. One advantage to booking this hotel was the availability of parking, and that was not the case upon check in. I would like it to be know that parking is NOT included in the booking as advertised.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Reviews of Knossos Archaeological Site
4.6
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Go to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum first—at around 3 or 4pm. Then, go to Knossos later, ideally around 6:30 or 7pm. That allows you to get context for the site and avoids the tour bus crowds. You will not need too much time at the ruins.
5/5 - Excellent
Laurie
Wear good sneakers or shoes with solid platform for the cobblestone streets and walking over dirt and rocks.
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