If you're staying a while in Heraklion, Ammoudara Beach is a fine place to kick off your exploring. This stretch of coastline is one of many attractions that'll keep you occupied here. Palace of Knossos, Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and Natural History Museum of Crete are also waiting for you nearby.

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24 Seven Boutique Hotel

$1,040

per person

Feb 12 - Feb 18

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Roundtrip flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Heraklion (HER)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)

Lovely and quiet nice food friendly staff ,would come back

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2025

Palmera Beach - Adults Only

$1,154

per person

Feb 12 - Feb 18

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Heraklion (HER)

8.6/10 Excellent! (170 reviews)

Everyone was very friendly. The rooms were clean and cleaned regularly, highly recommended.

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

Malia Mare

$1,091

per person

Feb 12 - Feb 18

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Heraklion (HER)

8.8/10 Excellent! (31 reviews)

Staff were incredibly friendly. Thank you for a memorable stay. We will definitely visit again.

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2024

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Tours & day trips

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Heraklion: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

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Heraklion: Cretan Cooking Lesson with Lunch in Arolithos

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Adventure & outdoor

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5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch

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Private luxury Escape Sailing, Snorkel and Lunch Cruise

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Crete: Discover the South Shores of Crete by Kayak

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