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Castro Hotel

1.0 star property
Hotel in Malevizi with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Reception
Castro Hotel blends relaxation with adventure. Enjoy a drink by the outdoor pool or visit historic Heraklion Port nearby. Families love the children's playground, and all guests benefit from convenient on-site dry cleaning services.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Comfort Apartment, Multiple Beds, Connecting Rooms | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Apartment, Multiple Beds, Connecting Rooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2015
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2015
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2015
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2015
Separate bedroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2015
Separate bedroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Malevizi, Castro Hotel is in the city center and near the beach. Ammoudara Beach and Pantanassa reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Natural History Museum of Crete and Watercity Waterpark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pankritio Stadium or Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium. Water skiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking nearby.
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Andrea Papandreou 301, Gazi, Ammoudara, Malevizi, Crete Island, 71414

What's nearby

  • Ammoudara Beach - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Historical Museum of Crete - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Heraklion Town Hall - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Heraklion Port - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poolbar @ Marilena Hotel - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Πετούσης (Petoussis Restaurant) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kooba - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Centro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Technopolis (Τεχνόπολις) - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Castro Hotel

Hotel near Heraklion Port
A poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Castro Hotel. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or other spa services. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, Maxim, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and express check-out
  • 1 meeting room, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 82 individually furnished rooms feature perks such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Maxim

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (31 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - 2015

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • In-room safe fee: EUR 2 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Castro Hotel Malevizi
Castro Malevizi
Castro Hotel Hotel
Castro Hotel Malevizi
Castro Hotel Hotel Malevizi

Frequently asked questions

Does Castro Hotel have a pool?

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

Is Castro Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Castro Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Castro Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Castro Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Castro Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Malevizi, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Ammoudara Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Pankritio Stadium and Pantanassa. Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas and Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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