Galaxy Hotel Heraklion

Galaxy Hotel Heraklion is a four-star hotel at 75 Dimokratias Avenue, on the southern edge of Heraklion's centre on the main road toward Knossos, in Crete, Greece. The setting differs from the old-port hotels: the property sits in a more open, residential and business part of the city, with gardens around the building, and is better suited to travellers who value space and a pool over being on the harbour front. The old town, Eleftherias Square and the Archaeological Museum are reachable by a short taxi ride or a walk of around twenty to thirty minutes, and the Palace of Knossos lies several kilometres to the south along the same road, which makes the hotel a practical base for visiting the Minoan site early before tour buses arrive. Heraklion airport is on the opposite side of the city to the east, with a transfer of around fifteen to twenty minutes by taxi depending on traffic. The hotel offers double rooms and suites, and the suites suit families or guests wanting additional space. Listed amenities include a swimming pool, a garden and a restaurant, which together give the property a resort-like feel inside the city and make it a comfortable place to retreat from the summer heat after sightseeing. Dining on site is handled by the hotel restaurant, while a wider range of Cretan tavernas and cafes is found in the centre. The service character is that of an established city hotel serving a mix of leisure visitors, tour groups and business travellers, with straightforward reception support for car hire, excursions and transfers. Typical high-season double rates run from about EUR 110 to EUR 210 per night, placing the hotel in the upper-middle part of the Heraklion market. Because it is outside the pedestrian core, guests usually rely on taxis or a rental car for evenings in the old town, and traffic on Dimokratias Avenue can be heavy at peak hours. It is a sensible choice for travellers prioritising a pool, garden and quieter surroundings alongside access to Knossos and the wider island.