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Galaxy Hotel Iraklio vs GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel
Both hotels are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Galaxy Hotel Iraklio ranks slightly better than GDM Megaron Hotel. Galaxy Hotel Iraklio ranks #11 in Crete with accolades from 3 reviewers including Frommer's, Oyster and Jetsetter.
Galaxy Hotel Iraklio
Jetsetter
Frommer's
Oyster
The Telegraph
75 Dimokratias Avenue, Heraklion, Crete 71306, Greece
From $64 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter
"Sleek Greek retreat with a locavore restaurant and giant freshwater pool, steps from the ancient ruins of Knossos."
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Frommer's
"A sleek modern style prevails at one of the city’s largest hotels—think contemporary shopping mall and we don't mean that as an insult."
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Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Galaxy Hotel Iraklio has well-designed spaces for a quiet, relaxing city stay."
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The Telegraph
8.0
"This smart, cosy five star hotel on Heraklion’s outskirts, within easy reach of Crete’s only 18-hole golf course, offers a good-sized pool, a restaurant serving creative Cretan cuisine."
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GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel
Fodor's
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Oyster
9 D Beaufort Str, Heraklion, Crete 71202, Greece
From $75 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"A 1920s office building that for decades stood derelict above the harbor now houses an unusually luxurious and restful hotel, by far the best in town."
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Frommer's
"A former office building, high above the harbor, has been revamped as Iraklion's most stylish and luxurious getaway, with extremely handsome, spacious guest rooms and public spaces."
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Lonely Planet
"A top designer abode with comfortable beds, jacuzzis in the VIP suites, flat-screen TVs and a fax in every room."
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Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The three-and-a-half-pearl GDM Megaron Hotel is a boutique hotel in a historical building with fresh and modern interiors."
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