6 Hotels with a private beach in Heraklion, Greece

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Heraklion is the largest city on Crete, combining historical sites with a coastal urban environment. It offers insights into ancient civilizations alongside modern city life.

History Enthusiasts Apr–Oct Beach Visitors Jun–Sep Cultural Travelers Apr–Oct

Knossos Palace
Explore ancient Minoan ruins with frescoes and royal chambers; visit early to avoid crowds.
Koules Fortress
Walk the walls of this Venetian fortress with sea views; best accessed via the old harbor area.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
View extensive Minoan artifacts and Cretan history; allocate a couple of hours for the exhibits.

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Matilda's House

9.7Exceptional12 reviewsFamily friendly

Private beachKitchen

Cleanliness10.0Location9.5Value9.8

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Three-bedroom apartment. Private beach area. Sea view terrace. Family friendly. Matilda's House offers a spacious three-bedroom apartment in Heraklio Town, designed for comfort and relaxation. The accommodation includes two bathrooms, air-conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen, complemented by free WiFi and private parking. Guests can unwind on the balcony or terrace while enjoying views of the sea. Set just a three-minute walk from Kokkini Hani Beach, the property features a private beach…Three-bedroom apartment. Private beach area. Sea view terrace. Family friendly. Matilda's House offers a spacious three-bedroom apartment in Heraklio Town, designed for comfort and relaxation. The accommodation includes two bathrooms, air-conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen, complemented by free WiFi and private parking. Guests can unwind on the balcony or terrace while enjoying views of the sea. Set just a three-minute walk from Kokkini Hani Beach, the property features a private beach area, a lush garden, and outdoor furniture. Conveniently located near Heraklion International Airport and local attractions such as Cretaquarium and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, it is ideal for families seeking a serene seaside retreat.

Good to knowCheck-in 14:00·Check-out 11:00·No pets

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Casa Rocca

9.8Exceptional9 reviewsFamily friendlyPet friendly

Private beachSpaKitchen

Cleanliness9.4Location9.7Value9.7

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Private beach area. Sea views. Pool with terrace. Family-friendly rooms. Casa Rocca resides in Heraklio Town, boasting a private beach area and captivating sea views just steps from Theseus Beach. The villa features a swimming pool with vistas, a spacious terrace, and family rooms designed for relaxation. Air-conditioned interiors include a fully equipped kitchen, a fireplace, and a washing machine. Outdoor amenities such as a barbecue and dining area invite leisurely meals. Nearby,…Private beach area. Sea views. Pool with terrace. Family-friendly rooms. Casa Rocca resides in Heraklio Town, boasting a private beach area and captivating sea views just steps from Theseus Beach. The villa features a swimming pool with vistas, a spacious terrace, and family rooms designed for relaxation. Air-conditioned interiors include a fully equipped kitchen, a fireplace, and a washing machine. Outdoor amenities such as a barbecue and dining area invite leisurely meals. Nearby, cultural sites like the Venetian Walls and Heraklion Archaeological Museum enrich the experience, while scuba diving offers adventure beneath the waves.

Good to knowCheck-in 15:00·Check-out 11:00·Pets allowed

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Elio C 1BDR Apt with Garden 1 min from the beach by Hospi

9.4Superb13 reviewsFamily friendly

Private beachKitchen

Cleanliness9.3Location9.6Value9.1

Elio C 1BDR Apt with Garden 1 min from the beach by Hospi

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Private beach area. Sea view terrace. Fully equipped kitchenette. Sun terrace and garden. Elio C 1BDR Apt with Garden 1 min from the beach by Hospi offers a tranquil retreat in Heraklio Town, just steps from Ligaria Beach. This one-bedroom apartment features sea views, air-conditioning, a terrace, and a balcony, with a fully equipped kitchenette for independent stays. Guests have access to a private beach area and can relax in the sun terrace or outdoor seating in the garden. Located 22 km from Heraklion…Private beach area. Sea view terrace. Fully equipped kitchenette. Sun terrace and garden. Elio C 1BDR Apt with Garden 1 min from the beach by Hospi offers a tranquil retreat in Heraklio Town, just steps from Ligaria Beach. This one-bedroom apartment features sea views, air-conditioning, a terrace, and a balcony, with a fully equipped kitchenette for independent stays. Guests have access to a private beach area and can relax in the sun terrace or outdoor seating in the garden. Located 22 km from Heraklion International Airport, the apartment provides free WiFi and parking, and is well placed for exploring local attractions including Venetian Walls, the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and The Palace of Knossos.

Good to knowCheck-in 15:00·Check-out 11:00·No pets

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Elio A 1BDR Apt with Garden 1 min from the beach by Hospi

9.2Superb6 reviewsFamily friendly

Private beachKitchen

Cleanliness10.0Location9.0Value10.0

Elio A 1BDR Apt with Garden 1 min from the beach by Hospi

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Private beach area. Lush garden. Kitchenette included. Close to Ligaria Beach. Elio A 1BDR Apt with Garden 1 min from the beach by Hospi offers a tranquil retreat just steps from Ligaria Beach in Heraklio Town. The comfortable one-bedroom apartment features a spacious living room, air conditioning, and a kitchenette, ideal for relaxed stays. Guests can enjoy a lush private garden and outdoor furniture for quiet moments. Nearby attractions include the Venetian Walls and Heraklion Archaeological…Private beach area. Lush garden. Kitchenette included. Close to Ligaria Beach. Elio A 1BDR Apt with Garden 1 min from the beach by Hospi offers a tranquil retreat just steps from Ligaria Beach in Heraklio Town. The comfortable one-bedroom apartment features a spacious living room, air conditioning, and a kitchenette, ideal for relaxed stays. Guests can enjoy a lush private garden and outdoor furniture for quiet moments. Nearby attractions include the Venetian Walls and Heraklion Archaeological Museum, while boating and scuba diving opportunities abound. The property is pet-friendly and provides free off-site parking and a shuttle service, enhancing convenience during your visit.

Good to knowCheck-in 15:00·Check-out 11:00·Pets allowed

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Lux House in a Private Area

7.6Good12 reviewsFamily friendly

PoolPrivate beachKitchen

Cleanliness8.5Location7.8Value7.4

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Spacious two-bedroom apartment. Private beach area. Pool with terrace view. Family-friendly amenities. Lux House in a Private Area offers a spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment in Heraklio Town, blending comfort with relaxed coastal living. The property boasts a private beach area, a swimming pool with a terrace view, and a pool bar, complemented by free WiFi throughout. Families will appreciate the dedicated children's playground and family-friendly rooms. Situated just a four-minute walk from Theseus Beach…Spacious two-bedroom apartment. Private beach area. Pool with terrace view. Family-friendly amenities. Lux House in a Private Area offers a spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment in Heraklio Town, blending comfort with relaxed coastal living. The property boasts a private beach area, a swimming pool with a terrace view, and a pool bar, complemented by free WiFi throughout. Families will appreciate the dedicated children's playground and family-friendly rooms. Situated just a four-minute walk from Theseus Beach and 23 km from Heraklion International Airport, the location provides easy access to local attractions including Venetian Walls and the Palace of Knossos. Scuba diving opportunities enhance the seaside appeal.

Good to knowCheck-in 15:00·Check-out 10:00·No pets

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Theseus beach with sea and sunrise view

5.0Passable1 reviewFamily friendly

PoolBeachfrontPrivate beachKitchen

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Private beach area. Rooftop pool. Sea views. Fully equipped kitchen. Theseus beach with sea and sunrise view offers a serene retreat in Heraklio Town, Greece, featuring a private beachfront and a rooftop swimming pool. Spacious two-bedroom apartments provide air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace overlooking the sea. The property also includes convenient amenities such as free WiFi, a minimarket, and barbecue facilities. Guests benefit from private check-in,…Private beach area. Rooftop pool. Sea views. Fully equipped kitchen. Theseus beach with sea and sunrise view offers a serene retreat in Heraklio Town, Greece, featuring a private beachfront and a rooftop swimming pool. Spacious two-bedroom apartments provide air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace overlooking the sea. The property also includes convenient amenities such as free WiFi, a minimarket, and barbecue facilities. Guests benefit from private check-in, full-day security, and family-friendly spaces. Just steps from Ligaria Beach, the location is ideal for exploring local attractions like the Venetian Walls and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Heraklion International Airport is 21 km away.

Good to knowCheck-in 13:00·Check-out 13:00·No pets

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