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Beachside hotel, walking distance away from St. Paraskevi Church

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Superior Apartment, Sea View | Balcony
Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

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Navarchou Nearchou 18, Hersonissos, Crete Island, 70014
  • Port of Hersonissos
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • St. Paraskevi Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Sarakino
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (For 2) | Balcony

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (For 2)

Highlights

Furnished lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (For 4)

Balcony

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (For 4)

Highlights

Furnished lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Studio, Partial Sea View | Balcony

Studio, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 25 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Plasma TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Apartment, Sea View | Balcony

Superior Apartment, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (For 3)

Balcony

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (For 3)

Highlights

Furnished lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 45 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Exterior

Palmera Beach - Adults Only

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, (133)
The price is AU$123
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Palmera Beach - Adults Only

About the area

Hersonissos

Villa Sonia puts you in the heart of Hersonissos, within just a 10-minute stroll of St. Paraskevi Church and Sarakino. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 5 restaurants, 6 coffee shops/cafes and in-room kitchenettes. .A day of pampering can include massages, body treatments and mani/pedis. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers and snorkelling. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 9:30 AM and noon. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a ferry terminal shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Hersonissos hotel include Convention Centre Creta Maris and Aquaworld Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Port of Hersonissos - 2 min walk
  • Sarakino - 5 min walk
  • Convention Centre Creta Maris - 9 min walk
  • Aquaworld Aquarium - 10 min walk
  • Star Beach Water Park - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shenanigans - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Argo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪'t Hof Van Holland - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Friet Van Piet - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Villa Sonia

Beachside hotel, walking distance away from St. Paraskevi Church
There are 5 restaurants and 6 coffee shops/cafes on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Villa Sonia. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This Hersonissos hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 5 dining venues
  • 6 coffee shops
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Villa Sonia offers 9 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. Kitchenettes offer fridges, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Hersonissos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, German, Greek, Italian, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:30 AM to noon for a fee: EUR 8 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • 5 restaurants
  • 6 coffee shops/cafes

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Free cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
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 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during November, December, January, February, March and April.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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 1.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately EUR 8 for adults and from EUR 5 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, Eurocard and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Villa Sonia Apartment Chersonissos
Villa Sonia Chersonissos
Villa Sonia Apartment Hersonissos
Villa Sonia Apartment
Villa Sonia Hersonissos
Villa Sonia
Villa Sonia Hotel
Villa Sonia Hersonissos
Villa Sonia Hotel Hersonissos

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Villa Sonia?

Villa Sonia offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Villa Sonia?

Yep, Villa Sonia has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Villa Sonia?

The closest beach to Villa Sonia is Stalis Beach (5.1 km).

Is Villa Sonia family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Villa Sonia is a hit with families.

Does Villa Sonia serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 9:30 AM to noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Sonia?

No, Villa Sonia does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Villa Sonia?

Yep, Villa Sonia has 5 restaurants.

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Sonia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Villa Sonia?

Furry friends are welcome at Villa Sonia, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Villa Sonia Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good location
We really liked the apartments
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathrina Therese

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

A M

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really fantastic place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not the nicest area around it and room said it would have a balcony but didn’t, very noisy at night
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Pedram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms with panoramic sea view are very good!
The rooms with panoramic sea view (big balcony) are the best choice when deciding to stay here. We upgraded our room to one of them and became very happy. The owner and hosts are very kind and will take care of you during your stay. Thanks for taking care of us!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is my fourth time staying at Villa Sonia and it has been perfect every time. The room is clean and comfy, with an amazing view and the service is excellent. Very easy check in and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff.nothing goo much bother.very central close to harbour.lots off boat trips.nice big balcony and a lovely jewellers shop on ground floor..
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great View, accommodation and location
We stayed last year and rebooked including a superior room this time. The room was fantastic. Good facilities in the apartment (but no microwave). The views out to sea were amazing. Lovely balcony with lounger. Bathroom and shower 5*. We were at the end of the season but still lots to do in the area. Great beach restaurant with sunbeds and Wi-Fi just across the road (Ammos). Lots of restaurants and bars in walking distance. Lady that checked us in/out was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Yohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mel, Surrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect
Couldn’t fault anything about our stay & highly recommend the rooms with the sea views - we stayed in a superior and a family room on our visit and they were wonderful. Stunning views, very clean and Despina so friendly & helpful. Literally stones throw to the beach too - didn’t want to leave! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

kelly, toronto canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location amazing hospitality
We booked our stay at villa Sonia months in advance and right away sonia was so helpful with responding to all my questions about taxis and bus directions. We had also asked her to let us know if a sea view beacame available and she remembered months later and upgraded us. When we arrived we were very early and they let us store our bags in the jewelry store and everyone was so helpful. Our room was amazing and was a perfect location. Right on the beach but away enough from the super busy part of town that is very noisy but close enough that u can walk there is minutes. Despina was so helpful and wonderful. Can’t say enough good things about our stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alexandr

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

8/10 Good

Manolis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent choice
For one night stay it was excellent. It was not noisy as I expected to be and that was a good suprise. The rooms are quite comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well situated with various dining outlets close Beautiful view from balcony Very helpful staff Great value for money
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bharathi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel that has everything you need
Spent one night and the room was AMAZING!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed, Cairo, Egypt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply wonderful. Nice room, great view and excellent service.

10/10 Excellent

Annica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Villa Sonia, amazing place!
We had a fabulous stay at Villa Sonia and can't wait to go back! From check in to check out the hospitality was great, Sonia and the Team are very welcome and excellent hosts. The apartment is very clean with excellent interior and a nice balcony overlooking the sea. The location is great within all you need just on the doorstep. To Sonia and the Team, see you all soon again! :-)

8/10 Good

Crystal, Davie, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sweet and cosy
The hotel is small and family owned, no front desk or 24 hour help. The room was very clean and cosy. Location is right off beach and Boardwalk. It's away from the very noisy part of town but still close to everything. It is not a 4 star but very clean, cosy, and accommodating. It is a boutique style hotel. The girl who works there was a big help and very accommodating. She provided us with beach towels and lended us a charger for the entire time. Parking is free off the street. We didn't have any issues during our stay and enjoyed our time in Crete.

10/10 Excellent

angie , leeds

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
villa sonia, close to beach and bars/restaurants.
had an amazing week at villa sonia,amenities spot on,staff friendly and helpfull.