Rea Hotel

I have stayed at this hotel 3 times since October of 2022. Spotless, quiet, central. It has been run by the same family for 50 years. It is now operated by a brother and sister who are very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. They do not have parking, but there is a paid lot attended 24 hours per day within 2 minutes walk.... I have parked in hotel parking lots where the walk to the front desk was longer. An excellent laundry service about 3 minutes walk away where you drop your laundry by 9 and can pick it up at 2 for a very reasonable price. Forget about using up an hour or two of your vacation time in a laundromat. We have recommended the Rea to three different sets of friends -- two couples and a single woman -- and all have found it a great place to stay.

Room was ready early which was wonderful as it was very hot and humid. No extra charge for early check in. All staff were very friendly. Room was basic double but comfortable and very clean. Air con and safe included and showergel which was a nice surprise. Area looked residential and tired around but felt safe. Excellent location, max 5 mins walk to morosini fountain and centre. We will visit again - great budget hotel for short stay.

This woman of the hotel was cruel and inhospitable. I emailed her I was coming after 1 AM, because that’s what time the flight arrived. She got back to me late by email. Had she gotten back to me early, everything would have been resolved. She was asleep and disorganized when she came out. She refused to check me in. Then threatened to call the police on me. A horrible experience for your first encounter into Greece. God will show Sodom and Gomorrah more mercy than He shows this hotel owner.

Stayed here for two nights in August 2023 Pros: 1) Location is good. The place is quite close to the beach. The City Centre and the Fort are all within walking distance. 2) The front desk staff speak excellent English 3) The WIFI is free and the speed and connectivity are good. 4) The room and bathrooms were very clean 5) There are several good restaurants within walking distance 6) Tariff is reasonable 7) The place is quite at night and sleep quality was good. 8) Air condition was available Cons: 1) There is no parking nearby. There is a 24 hr car park at a 10 min walking distance. 2) The room and bathroom are small.

Room did not look like the pictures. Easy walkable area close to museum and restaurants.

The room was very clean but small. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable

The area around the hotel had lots of graffiti

We stayed here for a week while in Heraklion. I found it simple, cosy and clean, with very helpful and supportive staff and comfortable beds. It was really good value for money as the hotel is so well located- minutes from the sea, close to the city centre, with restaurants and shops just a stone's throw away. We did a lot of sightseeing in Crete and Rea Hotel was a great starting point- it was so easy to get to the bus station, the bus stops to Knossos and to the airport, and the port from here.