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Galaxy Hotel IrakliovsEl Greco Hotel
Both hotels are rated very highly by experts. On balance, El Greco Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to Galaxy Hotel Iraklio. El Greco Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 76 with praise from 2 reviewers including Frommer's, Lonely Planet.
Galaxy Hotel Iraklio
Jetsetter
Frommer's
Oyster
The Telegraph Frommer's
75 Dimokratias Avenue, Heraklion, Crete 71306, Greece
From $64/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter "Sleek Greek retreat with a locavore restaurant and giant freshwater pool, steps from the ancient ruins of Knossos." Full review
Frommer's "A sleek modern style prevails at one of the city’s largest hotels—think contemporary shopping mall and we don't mean that as an insult." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Galaxy Hotel Iraklio has well-designed spaces for a quiet, relaxing city stay." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This smart, cosy five star hotel on Heraklion’s outskirts, within easy reach of Crete’s only 18-hole golf course, offers a good-sized pool, a restaurant serving creative Cretan cuisine." Full review
Frommer's "The best rooms have sea-facing balconies, and amenities include the largest indoor swimming pool in Iraklion and a pastry shop that’s a popular gathering spot." Full review
El Greco Hotel Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Theotokopoulou 47-49, Chania Town, Crete 73100, Greece
From $41/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
Frommer's "This comfortable old inn ain't luxurious, but the location, just steps from Ta Liontaria, can’t be beat, nor can the price." Full review
Lonely Planet "Twenty contemporary rooms with olive-green accents, glass pendant lights, balconies, wicca furniture, satellite flat-screen TV, and cavernous bathrooms with rain-showers." Full review
