Marilena

This beach hotel is within walking distance of the popular sandy beach of Amoudara and a ten minute drive from the center of Heraklion. Guests can spend a sunny afternoon lounging on the beach or in the hotel's inviting outdoor swimming pool, or head into the city to see the Venetian fortress, city walls and old harbor and visit outstanding museums. The archaeological site of Knossos is also well worth a visit, just a 20-minute drive away. | The hotel's rooms are light and airy, each with a balcony or terrace, satellite TV and a small fridge, as well as a private bathroom. Guests can sunbathe in the palm trees of the garden, play billiards or table tennis, and dine on traditional Cretan and international cuisine at the restaurant. The hotel also offers free Wi-Fi and on-site parking, making it an ideal base for those wishing to spend a holiday exploring the island by car.