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Arolithos Traditional Cretan VillagevsMarin Hotel
Marin Dream Hotel and Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village are both rated highly by writers. On balance, Marin Dream Hotel ranks slightly higher than Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village. Marin Dream Hotel comes in at #28 in Crete with approval from 3 publications such as Fodor's, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village
Oyster
11th km of Old National Road, from Heraklion to Rethymnon, Heraklion, Crete 71500, Greece
From $31/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Concierge
Mid-Range
"Set in the mountains just 20 minutes’ drive to Heraklion, the mid-range, 34-room Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village is a rustic, family-run property offering a genuine look into Cretan life." Full review
Marin Hotel
Fodor's
Frommer's
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Epimenidou 46, Heraklion, Crete 71202, Greece
From $42/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"Sleek, contemporary decor and furnishings in the public spaces and guest rooms make this perch just above the harbor especially soothing and restful."
"The Marin Dream's port setting, away from the sometimes frenetic heart of the city, is its first plus." Full review
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The larger rooms are those higher up; they also have the better views and get less noise.
"The Marin Dream's port setting, away from the sometimes frenetic heart of the city, is its first plus...they're comfortable and with a high level of cleanliness." Full review
"Although primarily a business hotel, the Marin Dream also scores with leisure travellers thanks to its great location overlooking the harbour and the fortress." Full review