Discover Marilena Hotel, a friendly 4-star retreat in Heraklion, Greece. Enjoy clean rooms, delicious local cuisine, free Wi-Fi, and easy beach access. Perfect for families and travelers seeking comfort near Crete’s best beaches and city attractions.
Guests highlight the convenient coastal location, good food variety, and welcoming staff, noting a relaxing atmosphere ideal for families and beach lovers. Some mention early morning noise as a minor issue.
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Marilena Hotel stands out as a welcoming retreat nestled in the heart of Heraklion, Greece. With a solid 4-star rating, this hotel combines comfort and convenience effortlessly. Located on Leoforos Andrea Papandreou, it offers an ideal base for visitors seeking both relaxation and exploration. Just a short seven-minute stroll leads guests to the pristine beaches along the Gulf of Heraklion, while the vibrant city center, with its array of bars, restaurants, and cultural sites, lies only five kilometers away.
The hotel’s spacious rooms are consistently praised for their cleanliness and cozy atmosphere. Guests find the environment warm and inviting, supported by staff who go above and beyond to make every stay memorable. Their friendly and helpful nature is a recurring highlight, with personalized touches, such as prompt assistance and attentive service, leaving a lasting impression. The seamless connection to local transport—bus stops right outside and convenient taxi stands—further enhances the accessibility of both the hotel and the surrounding attractions.
Marilena Hotel’s culinary offerings reflect authentic Cretan flavors, with a diverse menu that caters to all tastes. Breakfast buffets and all-inclusive options feature fresh, locally sourced ingredients, including traditional Greek dishes that delight discerning palates. The dining experience is marked by variety and quality, ensuring that guests start and end their days on a flavorful note.
The outdoor pool is another gem, providing a refreshing sanctuary for families and solo travelers alike. Its size and design accommodate both serious swimmers and those looking to relax in shallower areas, creating an inclusive atmosphere for guests of all ages. While the hotel lacks a fitness center, its location encourages outdoor activity and exploration along the coast and city.
What truly sets Marilena Hotel apart is its genuine hospitality and tranquil ambiance. It’s a place where visitors can unwind in comfort, enjoy attentive service, and immerse themselves in local culture and nature. For families, couples, and solo travelers seeking a peaceful yet engaging stay in Crete, Marilena Hotel promises a harmonious blend of restful luxury and authentic Greek charm.
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We stayed at the Marilena hotel from September 3 to 10.The food is good, the rooms is good, the environment is cozy. The staff is very nice. I really want to thank MARINA, who responded at an important moment and brought water. THANK YOU
A really nice and comfy place to spend your holidays in Crete. Great location with many beautiful beaches around. Stuff was friendly, rooms were clean the food always tasty and with many choices. Highly recommended
We really enjoyed our stay at this hotel and had a peaceful and comfortable time. The location is convienient, everything was clean, staff was very friendly and helpful. Food was quite good. We had some trouble getting rest during morning time as we were being awoken by a noise of a truck around 7 a.m. and knocking of a cleaning staff or noises of cleaning and moving furniture around 8-8:30 a.m. every morning. Nevertheless, we had a great time.
“I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The atmosphere is pleasant, and the staff are friendly and welcoming. The service is excellent. The beach is just a short walk away, with bus stops and a taxi stand conveniently nearby. There is also a good connection to the city center, which made getting around very easy.”
We had a fantastic experience at Marilena Hotel during our stay in Greece. The staff is friendly, welcoming and supportive. The food was delicious and varied, with fresh local options and something for everyone at every meal. We especially enjoyed the traditional Greek dishes — everything was prepared with care and tasted amazing. The location is perfect — just a short walk to the beautiful beach. It was so convenient to be able to enjoy the sea anytime we wanted without needing transport. If you're looking for a relaxing, well-located hotel with great service and tasty food, Marilena Hotel is a wonderful choice.
Lovely and peaceful hotel with great variety of delicious food for everyone. Rooms cleaned and fresh towels changed every day. Staff is helpful and friendly. Convenient location with a bus stop just next to the hotel , beach is 4 minute walk, shops and restaurants near. Been recomended this hotel by my friends- stayed for 9 nights- HAPPY. Many thanks for your hospitality Marilena!
We are very satisfied with the hotel, food, service, cleanliness. The food in the hotel is varied and delicious. The staff is very friendly. The hotel is especially good for families with children because it has a large pool. We enjoyed our stay here for 10 days.
The hotel is in an excellent location, very close to the beach. There's a bus stop right in front of the hotel, and you can easily and quickly reach the center of Heraklion by bus. The hotel itself is large, with plenty of outdoor space where you can relax. The pool is beautiful—big and deep on one side, which is great for swimming, but also has a shallow area where you can play ball or just relax. What I didn’t like was the food and drinks, which is why I’m lowering my rating. The food simply wasn’t to my taste—some dishes were over-seasoned, while others were completely bland. As for desserts, there were usually a few simple jelly cakes (about 5 types) and occasionally some regular cake, but it was mostly just jelly or whipped cream-based sweets. Chicken dishes were limited to wings or bony parts with very little meat, so it was hard to feel full from them (they never serve something like chicken fillets or breast meat). The food overall was just okay—we were never hungry, and the vegetables and salads were actually quite good—but the drinks were terrible. All the all-inclusive soft drinks (lemonade, cola, etc.) were undrinkable. They had a weird sour and bitter taste, nothing close to real cola or lemonade. Honestly, I’ve never tasted anything like it. So we often ended up buying drinks at the kiosk in front of the hotel and drank only water at the hotel. All in all, I would come back here, but I wouldn’t choose the all-inclusive option again. I’d rather eat at the nearby restaurants. But the hotel itself is nice—the pool is a highlight, and the garden area with palm trees is very relaxing and a lovely place to unwind.
Set in a coastal resort town, this laid-back hotel is a 7-minute walk from the closest beach along the Gulf of Heraklion and 5 km from bars, restaurants and museum in Heraklion.
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