Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Family Hotels in Heraklion (Crete), selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Galaxy Iraklio Hotel |
9.1 / 10 (1832 Reviews) |
From 82$ | |
| Lato Boutique Hotel |
8.3 / 10 (1360 Reviews) |
From 46$ | |
| Lena Hotel |
8.4 / 10 (918 Reviews) |
From 41$ | |
| Iraklion Hotel |
8.1 / 10 (1261 Reviews) |
From 36$ | |
| Aquila Atlantis Hotel |
8.7 / 10 (1074 Reviews) |
From 64$ |
1. If you're looking for a family-friendly holiday destination in Greece, Heraklion on the island of Crete is a great choice.
2. There are plenty of family hotels in the area, many of which offer great facilities for kids, such as swimming pools, playgrounds and restaurants that cater specifically to young guests.
3. Heraklion is a great place to visit with kids thanks to its many historical and cultural attractions, as well as its wonderful beaches.
4. In addition, the locals are very friendly and welcoming to visitors, making it a great place to experience Greek culture and traditions.
Popular in Heraklion (Crete)
Best hotels in Heraklion (Crete) for families
View all photos
Galaxy Iraklio Hotel
From 82$
The 5-star Galaxy Iraklio Hotel Heraklion includes free parking and live performances and lies right by Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis. The venue is 3.9 km from the rebuilt ancient Palace of Knossos, while Loggia is 1.5 km away.
The accommodation is situated 1 km from Heraklion city centre and 0.5 km from Nikos Kazantzakis airport. Georgiadis Park is also located near the hotel. You can get to Historical Museum of Crete in a few minutes by car.
View all photos
Lato Boutique Hotel
From 46$
The 4-star Lato Boutique Hotel Heraklion is placed 13 minutes' walk to Historical Museum of Crete. Guests will have access to parking spaces nearby for added convenience.
The venue is situated 1 km from Heraklion city centre and 0.5 km from Nikos Kazantzakis airport. The Greek Orthodox Agios Minas Cathedral is 0.9 km from the accommodation. The 16th-century Koules Fortress is also located near the hotel. You will find Loggia nearby.
View all photos
Lena Hotel
From 41$
Lena Hotel Heraklion is a 2-star accommodation within 11 minutes' walk of Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Guests will have access to a parking nearby for added convenience.
Vasiliki Agios Markos Municipal Art Gallery is located near the venue, and Nikos Kazantzakis airport is approximately a 10-minute drive away. This hotel is within 5 minutes' ride away from Venetian city Defensive Walls. The venetian - era Morosini Lions Fountain is also located near the property. You can get to the Circa-1600-BCE royal Palace of Knossos in a few minutes by car.
Family Hotels Heraklion (Crete)
View all photos
Iraklion Hotel
From 36$
The 3-star Iraklion Hotel places guests nearly a 16-minute walk to Municipal Museum of the Battle of Crete and the National Resistance. A parking is available nearby.
The venue is located off Morosini Lions Fountain, just 15 minutes' walk from the city centre. It is within 0.9 km of Cultural Conference Center of Heraklion. Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium is a couple of minutes' walk away.
View all photos
Aquila Atlantis Hotel
From 64$
The perfect venue is located in the heart of Heraklion within reach of the state-of-the-art Heraklion Archaeological Museum and 0.7 km from Central Market. Featuring 164 rooms with views of the sea, this accommodation is set within a short ride from the rebuilt ancient Palace of Knossos.
The hotel is 2.4 km to museum. The property is close to the city's shopping area and Eleftherias Square.
Hotels in Heraklion (Crete)
| Airport nearby 🛬 | Souda, Nikos Kazantzakis, Sitia Public |
| Rating 🏅 | 40 |
| Heraklion (Crete) Hotels 🛎️ | 791 |
| Nearby Cities 🌇 | Bendevis, Ano Fortetsa, Kallithea (Crete) |
| Min Price 💸 | 22$ |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | Galaxy Iraklio Hotel |
| Best reviews Hotel ❤️ | Lato Boutique Hotel |
| Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | Lena Hotel |
View all photos
Olympic Hotel
From 73$
The 3-star Olympic Hotel is set 0.6 km from Vasiliki Agios Markos Municipal Art Gallery and 1.8 km from Heraklion Public Garden. Guests who stay in the venue can park their car nearby.
The accommodation is set within 15 minutes' walk of the centre of Heraklion, not far from Georgiadis Park. The state-of-the-art Heraklion Archaeological Museum is also located near the hotel. You can get to Historical Museum of Crete in a few minutes by car.
Family Friendly Hotels Heraklion (Crete) with Swimming Pool
View all photos
Lyda Hotel
From 45$
The 3-star Club Lyda Hotel Heraklion is situated 7 km from Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre. Facilities include a seasonal outdoor pool and the venue features a laundry room and housekeeping on site.
Dinosauria Park is less than 2.9 km away. You can get to Cretaquarium in a few minutes by car.
View all photos
Castello City Hotel
From 50$
The allergy-friendly rooms have coffee & tea making facilities and refrigerators.
View all photos
Olive Green Hotel
From 81$
Olive Green Hotel Heraklion is a 4-star venue situated an 8-minute stroll from Old Venetian Harbour Marina. The accommodation provides dry cleaning and ironing.
The hotel is located within 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Heraklion. Approximately an 8-minute walk separates guests from the Greek Orthodox Agios Minas Cathedral. The state-of-the-art Heraklion Archaeological Museum is also located near the property. You can get to The Palace of Knossos in a few minutes by car.
Kids Friendly Hotels in Heraklion (Crete)
View all photos
Kastro Hotel
From 28$
Kastro Hotel enjoys a convenient location in the centre of Heraklion and offers direct access to museum. The venue also provides a sun terrace and a restaurant.
Venetian city Defensive Walls is 1.5 km from the accommodation. Guests can easily reach Lion Square, which is about 0.3 km away. The state-of-the-art Heraklion Archaeological Museum is also located near the hotel. Among other attractions nearby is Natural History Museum of Crete.
View all photos
Marie Κelly Apartments
From 19$
Marie Κelly Apartments Heraklion is a 3-star accommodation 3.5 km of Cretaquarium. Among the various facilities of this venue, you will also find a free carpark, an outdoor swimming pool and a sun terrace.
Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre is less than 7 km away. You can get to Dinosauria Park in a few minutes by car.
View all photos
Ibis Styles Heraklion Central
From 67$
Ibis Styles Heraklion Central Hotel is around a 13-minute walk of Historical Museum of Crete and features airport shuttles, dry cleaning and valet parking. Located off the state-of-the-art Heraklion Archaeological Museum, the venue is about 10 minutes’ walk from Heraklion city centre.
The accommodation is 15 minutes' walk to Nikos Kazantzakis Garden Theatre. The venetian - era Morosini Lions Fountain is also located near the hotel. You can get to the rebuilt ancient Palace of Knossos in a few minutes by car.
Cheap Family Hotels Heraklion (Crete)
View all photos
Located only 10 minutes' walk from Central Beach Stalis, 4-star Eurohotel Katrin Hotel & Bungalows Heraklion offers airport transfer, dry cleaning and ironing. Maria Sanoudaki Ceramic Store is less than 6 km away.
You can get to Star Beach in a few minutes by car.
View all photos
Katalagari Country Suites
From 93$
The 4-star Katalagari Country Suites Heraklion is located 20 km from Nikos Kazantzakis airport. The hotel features free parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant for guests' convenience.
Labyrinth is 3.5 km away. Lyrarakis lies 3 km from the property. Katalagari Country Suites is a short ride from the Nikos Kazantzakis Museum.
View all photos
Capsis Astoria Heraklion
Located in the shopping area of Heraklion, the 4-star Capsis Astoria Heraklion Hotel offers excellent accommodation 0.7 km of Morosini Lions Fountain. There is a roof garden, an a la carte restaurant and a snack bar available on site.
The Circa-1600-BCE royal Palace of Knossos is less than 4.8 km away. Attractions within walking distance include the state-of-the-art Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Eleftherias Square. Capsis Astoria Heraklion Hotel is a short ride from museum.
View all photos
Set at 0.4 km distance from Old Venetian Harbour Marina, this 3-star Irini Hotel Heraklion is located near the majestic Agios Titos Church.
The venue is less than a 5-minute walk of Municipal Museum of the Battle of Crete and the National Resistance. The centre of Heraklion is nearly 1 km away. The state-of-the-art Heraklion Archaeological Museum is also located near the accommodation. You can get to Grave Monument of Kazantzakis in a few minutes by car.