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Boasting a shared lounge and free WiFi, Cocoon City Hostel is set in Chania Town. The property is close to Mitropoleos Square, Municipal Art Gallery of Chania and Historical Museum of Chania. The accommodation features a shuttle service, while a bicycle rental service is also available. This hostel exceeded every expectation I had and completely changed my perspective on hostels. The facilities are new, clean, and in excellent condition. The staff is friendly and always ready to help, creating a welcoming atmosphere from the moment you arrive. There’s a lovely courtyard with a pool, a dedicated study room, a well-equipped kitchen, and spacious common areas for cooking and relaxing. The bathrooms are spotless, as they are cleaned multiple times throughout the day, and I never experienced any crowding or waiting. It’s by far the best value for money you can find — without sacrificing comfort in any way. I wholeheartedly recommend this place and will definitely be coming back!

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9
Superb
1,813 reviews
Price from
US$19
per night

Situated in Pitsidia, 2.1 km from Kommos Beach, Pension Patelo features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The air-conditioned rooms provide a garden view and come with a wardrobe and free WiFi.

At the hostel, rooms have a balcony. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Pension Patelo also boast a sea view. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Beautiful horizon view from the hill. Every morning I woke up with the sea view and every evening I ended the day with the view of the sunset. Marina was very kind, very available and flexible

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9.5
Exceptional
45 reviews

So Young Hostel is situated in Heraklio Town, a 4-minute walk from Heraklion Archaeological Museum and 400 metres from Venetian Walls. Popular points of interest around the property include Municipal Museum of the Battle of Crete and the National Resistance and Koules. Attractions in the area include The Minoan Palace of Knossos, 5 km away. Great placement, was clean and felt maintained. Nice rooftop

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8.6
Fabulous
1,010 reviews

Located in Pitsidia and within 2.3 km of Kommos Beach, Sofia rooms features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. Located around 7.5 km from Phaistos, the hostel is also 10 km away from Museum of Cretan Ethnology. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. Very well equipped room with kitchen and washing machine available and a beautiful garden! The space is very well taken care of and has anything one person might possibly need. Sofia is an amazing host!

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8.9
Fabulous
251 reviews
Price from
US$47
per night

All guest rooms in the hostel are fitted with a coffee machine. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, some units at Intra Muros Hostel also have a city view. At the accommodation, all rooms are fitted with air conditioning and a safety deposit box. I liked everything. I stayed in 2 different hostels in Heraklion, both were great, but if I ever come back, I will pick this one again.

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8.8
Fabulous
937 reviews
Price from
US$26
per night

At the hostel, each room comes with a terrace. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Stefanos Garden2 also offer a garden view. Guest rooms at the accommodation include air conditioning and a wardrobe.

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8.7
Fabulous
15 reviews
Price from
US$42
per night

Situated in Kalamaki Heraklion, 50 metres from Kalamaki Beach, Psiloritis Elena features rooms with sea views and free WiFi. Phaistos is 7.9 km away and Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 10 km from the hostel. Mrs Elena is such a sweetheart. A lovely woman who is able to let you feel at home. Spending time here is the same feeling when you go back home. The full service is impeccable, including the communication.

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8.2
Very good
84 reviews

Situated in Chania Town, within 300 metres of Kladissos Beach and 1.6 km of Etz Hayyim Synagogue, Constantinos Budget Beds features free WiFi throughout the property. The property is located 2.8 km from Chania Old Venetian Harbour, 1.7 km from Mitropoleos Square and 1.7 km from Folklore Museum of Chania. Kucuk Hasan Mosque is 1.9 km away and Firkas Fortress is 2 km from the hostel. The pictures don't do it justice. I thought it was going to have just the bunk beds, but it even has a kitchen and a couch to hang out at. Also the bathroom is private, which is not visible in the pictures or listed in the property amenities. It's quite spacious and in a decent location (20-30 minutes walk from the center), with easy parking. Amazing for its price

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8
Very good
99 reviews
Price from
US$33
per night

Matala Hostel features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Matala. The property is around less than 1 km from Matala beach, 11 km from Phaistos and 14 km from Museum of Cretan Ethnology. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a concierge service and organising tours for guests. It was clean and staff was very helpful

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7.5
Good
931 reviews

Located in Karteros, 2.2 km from Karteros Beach, SAINT GEORGE provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a water park. Certain units at the property include a balcony with a mountain view.

Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Karteros, like cycling. George called me already in Germany to tell me that He wanted to pick me up.at the Airport. I really apreciated that. If you have any Problems Just Talk to George the owner, He will try His best for you.

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7.2
Good
691 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

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