So Young Hostel

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Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.5

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So Young Hostel is situated in Heraklio Town, a 4-minute walk from Heraklion Archaeological Museum and 400 metres from Venetian Walls. Popular points of interest around the property include Municipal Museum of the Battle of Crete and the National Resistance and Koules. Attractions in the area include The Minoan Palace of Knossos, 5 km away. So Young Hostel provided its guests with shared bathrooms, while some room boast a private bathroom. A communal kitchen with coffee machine is also available. Free shuttle to Ammoudara beach is provided. Municipal Art Galery is 200 metres from So Young Hostel, while Heraklio Port is an 11-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 4 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the real heart of Heraklio Town, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

  • Private parking available

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Guests who stayed here loved

Pablo
Spain Spain
“The rooms, bathrooms and common areas were very clean, the location was excelent and the bed pretty confortable.”
Rong
Canada Canada
“The room is spacious, clean and tidy, with a large public area and a comfortable terrace.”
Lucie
France France
“Everything was perfect, staff member very nice, available and helpful, the place was clean, comfy, well designed and convenient”
Konstantin
Germany Germany
“I stayed for one night in November in the private double room on my first visit to Heraklion. The airport transfer that the hostel organized for me was affordable and very reliable. The hostel is super clean and in a perfect central location but...”
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Accidentally left insulin supply in fridge. Staff very helpful”
Erard
Belgium Belgium
“Great placement, was clean and felt maintained. Nice rooftop”
Rebecca
Canada Canada
“Nice rooftop balcony, friendly staff, good location. Curtains on the beds. Three floors.”
Silvana
Greece Greece
“Everything was perfect, beautiful hostel ,great vibes,close to the buss station and center ,peaceful cozy rooftop ,beds are very comfortable and clean .The girls at reception are so lovely and helpful,Maria it's amazing .Thank you for kindness and...”
Anna
Austria Austria
“Great hostel, the staff (especially Olivia) were lovely !”
Debbie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“So clean, modern, quiet and friendly. Excellent value for money.”

Property surroundings

House rules

So Young Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 60
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that locks for the lockers are provided at an extra charge.

Please inform So Young Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

License number: 1054766