Hotels Near The Palace of Knossos, Heraklio Town

Address Knosos 714 09, Greece
Phone +30 281 023 1940

The Palace of Knossos is a historical site located in the town of Heraklio, Greece. This ancient palace is believed to have been built during the Bronze Age, around 2000 BC, and was the center of the Minoan civilization. The palace was discovered in the early 20th century by British archaeologist Arthur Evans, who spent several years excavating and restoring the site.

The Palace of Knossos is a complex of buildings that covers an area of over 20,000 square meters. The palace was built on multiple levels, with grand staircases and corridors connecting the different parts of the complex. The walls of the palace were decorated with colorful frescoes depicting scenes from everyday life, as well as mythical creatures and gods.

One of the most impressive features of the Palace of Knossos is the throne room, which is located in the heart of the complex. This room is believed to have been used for important ceremonies and meetings, and features a large throne made of stone. The throne room is also decorated with elaborate frescoes depicting scenes from Minoan mythology.

Another notable feature of the Palace of Knossos is the labyrinth, which is believed to have been a maze-like structure used for religious rituals. The labyrinth is said to have been home to the Minotaur, a mythical creature with the head of a bull and the body of a man.

Today, the Palace of Knossos is a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors from all over the world who come to marvel at the ancient architecture and learn about the fascinating history of the Minoan civilization. The site is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its cultural significance and historical importance.

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Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

EZITH LUXURY APARTMENTS Heraklio Town
9.6/10 Exceptional
Free Wi-Fi Parking

Offering a garden and quiet street view, EZITH LUXURY APARTMENTS is located in Heraklio Town, 2.4 km from The Palace of Knossos and 4 km from Venetian Walls. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation offers a patio and a swimming pool. The apartment provides garden views, a sun terrace, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Number of rooms: 7

7 Agrilias, Heraklio Town, 71409, Greece

Minimalistic Studio Apartments Heraklio Town
Free Wi-Fi Parking

Set 2.6 km from The Palace of Knossos, Minimalistic Studio Apartments offers a garden, a terrace and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free Wi-Fi. The property is around 3.6 km from Venetian Walls, 4.1 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum and 17 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos. The apartment features family rooms.

Number of rooms: 4

38 Archiepiskopou Evgeniou, Heraklio Town, 71409, Greece

Heraklion-Knossos Luxury Home Knosós
10/10 Exceptional
Free Wi-Fi Free private parking

Boasting garden views, Heraklion-Knossos Luxury Home offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 5.6 km from Venetian Walls. The air-conditioned accommodation is 600 metres from The Palace of Knossos, and guests can benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi and private parking available on site. Cultural Conference Centre of Heraklion is 5.5 km from the villa and Heraklion Port is 6.9 km away.

Petelidi, Knosós, 71409, Greece

Olea Luxury Suites Heraklion Áno Fortétsa
Free Wi-Fi Free private parking

Olea Luxury Suites Heraklion is set in Áno Fortétsa and features a pool with a view and mountain views. The property has pool and garden views, and is 3.9 km from The Palace of Knossos. The apartment offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free Wi-Fi.

Number of rooms: 4

6 Ευτέρπης, Áno Fortétsa, 71409, Greece

Creta Luxury Villas Heraklio Town
Free Wi-Fi Free private parking

Creta Luxury Villas, a property with a garden and a terrace, is set in Heraklio Town, 7.4 km from Venetian Walls, 7.8 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum, as well as 21 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos. The air-conditioned accommodation is 4.8 km from The Palace of Knossos, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free Wi-Fi. Cultural Conference Centre of Heraklion is 7.3 km away and Municipal Art Gallery is 8.8 km from the villa.

300 Oulof Palme, Heraklio Town, 71500, Greece

Olive Grove Cottage Skalani Knosós
9.5/10 Exceptional
Free Wi-Fi Free private parking

A recently renovated holiday home located in Knosós, Olive Grove Cottage Skalani features a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 5.3 km from The Palace of Knossos, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free Wi-Fi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 8 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum.

Αη-Λιας Σκαλάνι, Knosós, 71500, Greece

Ariadni's House Knosós

Ariadni's House Vacation Home Knosós, Crete

9.3/10 Wonderful

Set in Knosós, 700 metres from The Palace of Knossos and 5.7 km from Venetian Walls, Ariadni's House offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free Wi-Fi. With city views, this accommodation provides a patio.

Lavreos 4 , Knosós, 71409, Greece

Stelios Villa Knosós
8.5/10 Excellent
Free private parking

Located in Knosós, 8.6 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum and 9.2 km from Venetian Walls, Stelios Villa offers air conditioning. Set 5.9 km from The Palace of Knossos, the property offers a garden and free private parking.

Αϊ Λιάς Καλλιθέα, Knosós, 71500, Greece

3 bedrooms house with sea view enclosed garden and wifi at Iraklio 5 km away from the beach Kallithéa
Free Wi-Fi Parking

Offering barbecue facilities and city view, 3 bedrooms house with sea view enclosed garden and wifi at Iraklio 5 km away from the beach is situated in Kallithéa, 6.5 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum and 7.1 km from Venetian Walls. The property is located 17 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos, 4.9 km from Heraklion Port and 7 km from Municipal Art Gallery. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and The Palace of Knossos is 2.5 km away.

Knossou 29 Knossou 29 Kallithea Pediados, Heraklion Crete Island, 71500, Ελλάδα ; 35°18'44.2"N 25°10'14.1"E, Kallithéa, 715 00, Greece

House with 3 bedrooms in Iraklio with wonderful sea view enclosed garden and WiFi 5 km from the beach Heraklio Town
Free Wi-Fi Parking

A very nice place to stay for a reasonable price - hotel «House with 3 bedrooms in Iraklio with wonderful sea view enclosed garden and Wi-Fi 5 km from the beach» is located in Heraklion. This hotel is located in 4 km from the city center.

Knossou 29 Knossou 29 Kallithea Pediados, Heraklion Crete Island, 71500, Ελλάδα ; 35°18'44.2"N 25°10'14.1"E, Heraklion, 715 00

Το σπίτι της Ειρήνης κοντά στην Κνωσσό Áno Fortétsa
Free Wi-Fi Free private parking

Set in Áno Fortétsa and only 4.1 km from The Palace of Knossos, Το σπίτι της Ειρήνης κοντά στην Κνωσσό offers accommodation with sea views, free Wi-Fi and free private parking. The property has mountain and city views, and is 4.7 km from Venetian Walls. Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 5.6 km from the apartment and Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 19 km away.

Number of rooms: 7

20 Εφήβων, Áno Fortétsa, 71409, Greece