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Socrates Hotel

Family fun on the beach, near Malia Beach

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Exterior
Superior Studio
Luxury Suite, Private Pool | Living area
Lunch served
Poolside bar
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

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Malia, Hersonissos, Crete Island, 70007
  • Popular LocationMalia Beach15 min walk
  • Popular LocationStalis Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationStar Beach Water Park7 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)25 min drive
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Room options

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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Studio

8.7/10 Excellent

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Suite, Private Pool

Luxury Suite, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Triple Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Hersonissos

Located in Hersonissos, Socrates Hotel is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Malia Beach and Stalis Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Port of Hersonissos. Traveling with kids? Consider Star Beach Water Park and Aquaworld Aquarium. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives.
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What's nearby

  • Malia Beach - 15 min walk
  • Palace of Malia - 3 min drive
  • Stalis Beach - 5 min drive
  • Star Beach Water Park - 7 min drive
  • Alternative Crete - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Saltire lounge - 10 min walk
  • The Red Lion bar and restaurant - 12 min walk
  • Mila Malia - 6 min walk
  • Kalispera - 8 min walk
  • Drossia Cocktailbar & Restaurant - 9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

Socrates Hotel

Family fun on the beach, near Malia Beach
Guests at this beach aparthotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a children's pool and a playground. Each apartment boasts a private pool and offers free WiFi and a furnished balcony. Thoughtful touches include an espresso maker and bathrobes, and also available are room service and a flat-screen TV.
Socrates Hotel offers 31 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private pools and espresso makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads and hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Hersonissos aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Languages

English, French, Greek

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Private pool
  • Reflexology
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Car rental
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Playground

Restaurants on site

  • Main Restaurant

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Mini-fridge

Dining

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Communal living room

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Free bottled water
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Children's pool on site
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Game drive nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • 31 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 2005
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 21 and April 24.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Hotel Socrates
Socrates Chersonissos
Socrates Hotel
Socrates Hotel Chersonissos
Socrates Hotel Malia
Socrates Malia
Socrates Hotel Malia, Crete
Socrates Hotel Crete
Socrates Hotel Crete
Socrates Hotel Aparthotel
Socrates Hotel Hersonissos
Socrates Hotel Aparthotel Hersonissos

Frequently asked questions

Does Socrates Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Socrates Hotel?

As of May 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Socrates Hotel on May 26, 2024 start from CA $100.05, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Socrates Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Socrates Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Socrates Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Socrates Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Socrates Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Socrates Hotel located?

This family-friendly Hersonissos aparthotel is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Malia Beach and Stalis Beach. Potamos Beach and Palace of Malia are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Socrates Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anat

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
10
There are not enough words to say thank you for the wonderful hospitality and great experience
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rakefet

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Good hotel
The hotel is nice good location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very nice and clean, air conditioning a bit weak but overall a enjoyable stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 11 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice pool and location. Quiet but not far from restaurants and beaches.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Manchester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking to stay somewhere close enough to amenities but away from excessive noise. Clean, well maintained and with helpful and pleasant staff. Breakfast was fresh and plentiful, airport transfer a bonus. Pool clean and well maintained, pleanty of sun beds. Grounds well looked after and pretty. Rooms clean and well equiped - only downfall was the shower which is fairly small. Stalis and Malia centre/old town all within easy walking distance. Nearest bars/restaurants/beach within ten minutes walk of hotel.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

paul, Liverpool

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel
We booked the Socrates as a last minute deal and we were really pleased with our choice. The welcome from Sophia was warm and sincere and she offered us lots of useful information on the local area. We were given rm 202 om 1st floor facing swimming pool but enough of a distance away not to be too noisy. The room was a good size with a king size double and single bed, TV, kitchenette, hairdryer, and a small but functional bathroom. The room was spotless and cleaned everyday with fresh towels provided as well as bottled water. A/C was free and worked well. WiFi was strong in reception but weak in the room. Pool was a decent size and again cleaned regularly with enough comfy beds and a couple of cabanas that there was never the normal rush for beds even when the hotel was full. The breakfast was buffet style with the usual cold meats and salads, hot bacon and eggs, toast and pastries, unlimited tea and coffee so you could really fill up for the day. Served at the pool bar till 10.30 meant that it was still there after a heavy night on the strip. This then became the bar where snacks were served all day. All again well cooked and presented. Staff were all happy and welcoming. Socrates is 5 mins from the beach, 10 mins from the main strip and 15 mins from the old town so was handy for everything. Lovely hotel and a lovely stay!! NB the hotel advertised with free airport trfers but this is only from Heraklion. Chania will cost around 190 euros!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018