Rea Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (2312 reviews)
Kalimeraki & Handakos street , Heraklio Town , GR
+302810223638
[email protected]

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Children allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Car hire
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Very central location, easy walking access to sights
Friendly, helpful and welcoming reception staff
Rooms generally clean and functional
Good value for short stays / fair price-quality
Flexible arrival (keybox) and helpful local advice
Convenient for restaurants and museums
Cons:
Rooms are basic/compact (small wardrobes, small balconies, compact bathrooms)
Noise and poor sound insulation in some rooms
Limited amenities (old coffee machine, no elevator, no parking)
Breakfast timing/charges can be inconvenient or unclear
Occasional issues with linens (holes) reported
Possible parking difficulties and related fines for drivers

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Most guests report rooms as clean and well maintained, though a few noted issues (sheets with holes, small/exiguous bathrooms).
Service
8.7
Consistently praised reception and staff for friendliness, helpfulness and local advice; assistance with taxis and flexible arrivals (keybox).
Location
9.5
Repeatedly described as central and very convenient — within walking distance of main sights and restaurants.
Room Quality
7.4
Rooms are basic and functional; several comments about small wardrobes, small balconies, compact bathrooms and occasional noise from neighbours/street.
Amenities
7.6
Limited amenities: coffee machine noted as old, no elevator, no parking and occasional AC/TV limitations; keybox is a positive feature.
Value for Money
8.6
Generally seen as good value for short stays with several mentions of fair price-quality balance; isolated negatives (parking fines, extra charges) reduce value for some.
Food and Beverage
7.9
Breakfast described as correct/good by many but a few report it starts late (8:00) or that charges were not made clear in advance.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall positive experience driven by location and warm hospitality, tempered by small rooms, occasional noise and limited amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:29

Property Description

The Hotel Rea is a family-run hotel situated in a quiet corner in the center of Heraklion, behind the Historical Museum and within walking distance from the Lions square. It is close to the Archaeological Museum, the Venetian port and the public market.

Important information:

Please note that bed linen and towels are changed every 3 or 4 days.

The property’s reception opening hours are: 08:00 AM to 21:00 PM. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed. A cot for children up to 2 years is free of charge.

  • Age restriction

    Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available and is free of charge.

  • Smoking

    Non-smoking throughout.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 2312 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 8.7
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 7.9
Overall Experience: 8.7
M
Mastraveler • couple • it
8
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
G
Gaia • couple • it
10
Cordiale accoglienza nel centro di Heraklion
Pros:

La struttura si trova in una zona molto tranqulla del centro di Heraklion, ben collegata a tutte le zone di interesse.
Avevamo prenotato per una notte una camera da letto con bagno condiviso e ci è stata fornita una stanza con bagno privato allo stesso prezzo poiché disponibile.
La stanza era ben pulita e l'arredamento molto gradevole, ma la cosa più speciale di questo hotel è sicuramente l'accoglienza e la gentilezza della receptionist, con cui ci è stato possibile anche scambiare una piacevolissima conversazione.

Cons:

La vista dai terrazzini dà sul cortile interno, chi cerca un panorama potrebbe preferire altre camere

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
T
Tsimplakis • solo_traveller • gr
8
Pros:

Τοποθεσια

Cons:

Το κρεβατι

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
A
ATHANASIOS • couple • gr
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
A
Ana • couple • es
8
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
J
Jean-Luc • couple • fr
8
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
I
Inge • couple • dk
10
Pros:

Hyggeligt familiedrevet hotel i Heraklions gamle bydel med smalle gader. Tæt på er ikke kun museer og andre seværdigheder, men også små restauranter med græsk mad - spørg gerne de hjælpsomme og vidende ejere om råd. Vi overnattede fire nætter.

Cons:

Kaffemaskinen kunne godt udskiftes 😊.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
A
Alain • couple • fr
9
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
A
ATHINA • extended_group • gr
10
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
I
ILIAS • solo_traveller • gr
9
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
A
Afrim • extended_group • gr
10
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
M
Mary • extended_group • ch
9
Accueil chaleureux, emplacement calme et bien situé, près du port
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
ΑΚΗΣ • solo_traveller • gr
8
Pros:

Η τοποθεσία είναι μέσα στο κέντρο της πόλης ( δίπλα στα λιοντάρια). Πολύ καλοί οι άνθρωποι στη reception.

Cons:

Μικρή ντουλάπα και μικρό μπαλκόνι

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
M
Mariarosa • couple • it
10
Centralissimo
Pros:

La posizione centrale molto comoda,struttura ben servita e funzionale,camera pulita ogni mattina,la host gentilissima pronta a servirci tutte le informazioni e super accoglienza

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
S
Sara • couple • pt
8
Pros:

Excelente localização e excelente receção por parte dos funcionários. Ajudaram-nos a marcar taxi para o dia seguinte.

Cons:

Estava tudo bom!

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
U
ulrike • couple • at
7
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
A
Arno • couple • nl
8
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
F
fabienne • solo_traveller • fr
8
proche de tout
Pros:

le lit était bien confortable et l’emplacement

Cons:

j’étais en chambre double eco et proche de la rue et mes voisins de chambre insupportable

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
M
MARINA • couple • es
4
Pros:

Bona ubicació i personal molt amable

Cons:

Instal•lacions velles i els llençols tenien forats a les cantonades. Estaven nets pero no em sembla adequat per als clients

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
B
Belen • couple • be
10
L'hospitalité des Crétois
Pros:

L'accueil très chaleureux et le quartier très sympa

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee