Nea Alikarnassos Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nea Alikarnassos
Popular places to visit
Heraklion Port
Explore ancient fortifications and relax with a waterside drink at Heraklion’s picturesque harbour.
Palace of Knossos
This stunning archaeological site is one of the world’s most important records of Minoan civilisation and it may well be the oldest city in Europe.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Delve into the lost world of the Minoans at this museum that has exhibits covering over 5,000 years of Cretian history.
Historical Museum of Crete
Make your way through centuries of Cretan history at this modern museum, which has collections ranging from the fourth century to the end of World War II.
Koules Fortress
This sturdy stone fortress guarded Heraklion from Turkish invasion during Venetian times. Now the Rock of the Sea stands proud over the harbour, a true city icon.
Heraklion Loggia
Heraklion’s town hall is in this stunning building, which was once used as a meeting place for Venetian noblemen.
Activities
Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket & Audio Guide
AU$43
per adult
Crete: Palace of Knossos E-Ticket and Audio Guide
AU$48
per adult
Knossos Palace & Heraklion City –Full-Day Tour from Rethymno
AU$626
per traveller
Our pick of the best Nea Alikarnassos Hotel Deals
Sofia Hotel
57 Stadiou Str. Heraklion Crete Island
The price is AU$112 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$112
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (949 reviews)
Clean room, comfortable beds, nice buffet breakfast. Well presented hotel and very welcoming man on reception even after midnight. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Marvel Deluxe Rooms
Agiou Fanouriou 15 Heraklion
The price is AU$121 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
AU$121
14 Apr - 15 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (193 reviews)
Yes. Too early to eat.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Agapi Beach Resort - Premium All Inclusive
76, Andr. Papandreou Str, Ammoudara Malevizi Crete
The price is AU$358 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$358
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Malevizi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (790 reviews)
Great resort, staff were super helpful especially those at the restaurant. The Spa was amazing and the staff took time to speak with us before recommending treatment to book. Location right on the beach made it a fantastic place to stay.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel
9, D. Beaufort Street Heraklion Crete Island
The price is AU$275 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$275
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Enjoyed our stay very much. Staff super friendly, welcoming, helpful, and polite. Breakfast was very good. If I had one suggestion, it would be to reduce the amount of desserts and sweets offered and replace with more hot food options such as waffles/pancakes, omelets to order etc. however, this ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Aquila Atlantis Hotel
2 Ygias Street Heraklion Crete Island
The price is AU$225 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$225
27 Apr - 28 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
This hotel and the kind and attentive staff made our stay so wonderful. The approach to service was second to none ( We have travelled a lot), and food was truly outstanding ...the widest choice of high quality and fresh breakfast options and the most amazing dinners...we were so impressed with the ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only
Analipsi, Analipsi Hersonissos
The price is AU$569 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
AU$569
25 Apr - 26 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hersonissos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (327 reviews)
Everything is excellent especially the staff. 10/10. Superb
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
