Heraklion Hotels - Luxury and First Class Accommodations for Great Greek Vacations

Added: 06/09/2006

Heraklion welcomes many visitors attracted by the Minoan sites which are some of the most important of Greece, by the amazing gorges, some of the largest of Europe and by the incredibly clean waters of Crete. Among its many beauties it also possesses great Heraklion hotels, apartments and resorts to accommodate its visitors.

Heraklion in Crete Island is located between Lassithi and Rethymno. The town, which has the same name as the prefecture, is the most modern part of the island. Heraklion town is the economical center of the island. Even though the town itself doesn't have much to offer, the area won't disappoint you: extraordinary beaches, charming villages and some of the most important archaeological sites of Greece.

The Heraklion hotels are scattered all around the prefecture, in the main town and many beach resorts. The Maris Hotels group with a total of 3090 beds operates seven distinctive top quality properties including Heraklion hotels on the most beautiful holiday locations of Crete Island with year-round holiday and conference facilities. Heraklion apartments are very popular among the visitors, offering maximum privacy in comfortable premises.

Luxury class Heraklion hotels offer the guests all the elegance, comfort and luxury they need. Capsis palace hotel is situated on the sea front. The complex has 224 guest rooms and suites. There are restaurants bars, 5 swimming pools at the complex and it is surrounded by
3 beaches. All the rooms and suites are richly appointed with antique furniture. The complex has a health, beauty and fitness center which
offers a full range of spa specialties and treatments. The convention center at the hotel is one of the largest conference facilities in the Mediterranean with 110 multifunction meeting rooms three conference centers an open air amphitheatre and an exhibition center.

Megaron, a luxury class hotel is situated near downtown and includes a shopping area, restaurants and nightlife. It overlooks the old harbor and is within walking distance of the Archaeological and historic museum. The hotel features executive rooms, junior suites and presidential suites all elegantly decorated and furnished with many modern amenities. Rooms for physically challenged and non smoking rooms are also available. The guests can dine at the a la carte restaurant located on the top floor with its panoramic view, offering Mediterranean French cuisine including the impressive International and regional wine list.

One of the first class Heraklion hotels - Astoria Capsis, is located in the heart of Heraklion, nearby shopping, entertainment and business
area, next to the Archaeological Museum and the Tourist Office and many places of interests can be reached within walking distance, it is an ideal starting point for visiting the island. The Astoria Capsis Hotel is a practical and popular establishment featuring 131 well-appointed and spacious bedrooms all equipped with up to date facilities. There are two restaurants on premises to choose from: the one serving Greek buffet style menu and International cuisine and the other offering gourmet a La Carte menu. The hotel also features three conference rooms, accommodating from 30 to 250 guests and offering banqueting and conference facilities.

Choose your accommodation and have a nice visit to Heraklion, Crete!

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