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So Young Hostel

Adventurous travelers find their perfect base at this distinctive hostel where historic city cycling and quiet moments in a book-filled library await

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So Young Hostel is steps from Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Guests can browse the library, borrow bikes to explore historic streets, connect with free WiFi, and enjoy the convenience of express check-in and check-out.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ground Floor (8 guests)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ground Floor (6 Guests)

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 Guests)

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 Guests) | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 Guests)

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Heraklion is home to So Young Hostel. Heraklion Port and Titakis Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Dedalou Shopping Street and Heraklion Central Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Freedom National Stadium or Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium. Snorkeling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Heraklion travel guide
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Map
Almirou 22, Heraklion, 71202

What's nearby

  • Historical Museum of Crete
    Historical Museum of Crete
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Heraklion Loggia
    Heraklion Loggia
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum
    Heraklion Archaeological Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Natural History Museum of Crete
    Natural History Museum of Crete
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Heraklion Town Hall
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lola
    2 min walk
  • Παγοποιείον
    3 min walk
  • Central Park
    2 min walk
  • Petousis
    2 min walk
  • Λαδόκολλα
    3 min walk

About this property

So Young Hostel

Hostel near Heraklion Port
Close to Heraklion Archaeological Museum, So Young Hostel provides amenities like a library and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Bike rentals, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket assistance and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at So Young Hostel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Please note it is the policy of the property that they will only accept guests between 18 and 55 years old.

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Frequently asked questions

Is So Young Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

So Young Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at So Young Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at So Young Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is So Young Hostel located?

Situated in Heraklion, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Heraklion Town Hall and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Heraklion Port is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

So Young Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean spacious and private bed area. Friendly reception and easy to follow instructions to get in. Super close to the centre and easy walk to airport bus stop.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities and very clean. It was quiet and everyone was respectful. Easy to leave baggage for the day before checking in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yiwei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean, safe, quiet, considerate, helpful, accomodating
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Hostel, in general very clean and very friendly staff. Also, the beer on the Rooftop bar is quite cheap 👍
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Safe and central

As far as hostels go this was lovely. Included basic ammenities such as shared bathroom, kitchen and hang out area. All ammenities were very clean and modern. Staff were helpful. Beds featured curtains for privacy, however very noisy with 5 other room mates - standard for a hostel I guess.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Good two night stay with rooftop views

I stayed at this hostel in Heraklion for two nights and it was a good short stay option. Nothing spectacular, but clean, safe, and well located. I stayed in an all girls shared dorm with bunk beds and had the bottom bunk, which was fine for sleeping. The room had a sliding door that opened to a small balcony, which was a nice touch. The common areas were clean, the air conditioning worked well, and hot water was reliable. The shower area was small, and the showers on my level were co ed, which is something to be aware of. Lockers were large enough to fit a full size suitcase and additional items, but you do need to bring your own lock. The hostel has a rooftop with great views and a bar that opens in the evenings. The location is excellent, with plenty of dining and shopping nearby. I felt very safe, and most of the staff were friendly and helpful. A front desk staff member assisted me with arranging a taxi to the airport, which I appreciated. I am older than the typical hostel crowd and mainly needed a place to sleep between excursions. This was a good accommodation for two nights, but I would not choose it for an extended stay. Overall, a solid option for budget travelers looking for convenience and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect and the staff is always very friendly & helpful. It's a great budget-friendly place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
no chairs no mirror no shelves
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Personal muy amable y ubicación céntrica

Muy buena ubicación y el personal excelente
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay

My stay at the hostel was great! Location is Great. The rooms were clean and tidy and the beds even have curtains. The mattress is a bit noisy but that’s not a big deal. Great rooftop and drinks. The stuff was very helpful and lovely. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hostel

This hostel was great!! Clean with friendly staff, good common areas and a rooftop space and bar. Dorm rooms had AC and curtains on each bed. Hot water and fast wifi.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The 8-bed room is not what is shown. There are now curtains on the beds at the time that I stayed in June 2021, so the photos are misleading and means less privacy than expected. Staff was also a bit of a mess. I was checked in with a bed upstairs and then moved twice more because they couldn't figure out where to put me (ummm make a reservation chart?).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eriks

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable

This is a hostel. Centrally located, clean, good wifi, nice staff. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ganz okay

Naja, typische Hostelduschen halt
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Francine

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Noa van de

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
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8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
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8/10 Good

ilias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

GLYKERIA

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vasiliki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019