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Sofia Hotel

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with free breakfast and bar/lounge

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Beach
Free daily buffet breakfast
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom
Welcome to Sofia Hotel, where you can unwind in the garden or indulge in a rejuvenating spa massage. Begin your day with a breakfast buffet and stay connected with free WiFi, then explore the library for some quiet time.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Agios Vasileios, Sofia Hotel is near the beach. Monastery of Preveli and Spili Monastery are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Preveli Beach and Plakias Beach.
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Plakias, Agios Vasileios, Crete Island, 74060

What's nearby

  • Plakias Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Damnóni Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Ammoudaki Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Kourtaliotiko Gorge - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Preveli Beach - 20 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blu Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sifis - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Εστιατόριο Μούσες (Muses Restaurant) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Smerna Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪BeachHousePlakias - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Sofia Hotel

Property highlights
A free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Sofia Hotel. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • A front desk safe, a banquet hall and meeting rooms
Room features
All guest rooms at Sofia Hotel offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and room service.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers
  • Balconies and fridges

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 to 31 March, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property’s nearby outdoor pool is located 328 feet (100 meters) away.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Sofia Agios Vasileios
Sofia Hotel Agios Vasileios
Sofia Hotel Hotel
Sofia Hotel Agios Vasileios
Sofia Hotel Hotel Agios Vasileios

Frequently asked questions

Is Sofia Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sofia Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sofia Hotel?

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sofia Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Sofia Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Sofia Hotel located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Agios Vasileios hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Plakias Beach and Skínos. Foteinári and Souda Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Sofia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raechung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Easy parking on its private lot. Not on main business street but close to it and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christoffer

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

Can recommend

A nice hotel and a nice room. Friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast was average with only a few gems.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Joli hotel proche des restaurants et boutiques. Chambres tres propre et personnels accueillant. Tres bon petit déjeuner dans la petite cour et le personnel du petit déjeuner est tres souriant et sympathiques.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel très propre et situation parfaite. Proche de tout.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hôtel très bien placé, avec parking. Piscine sympa. Literie et petit déjeuner de qualité !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter Falk

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

Centralt, rent, pænt og god service.

Centralt beliggende i byen med gåafstand til strand og gode spisesteder og udflugtsmuligheder som bådtur fra havnen. Rent, pænt, venligt personale og god service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anders

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

Havkik

God placering i den lille by Havkig fra altanen og hyggelig morgenmad i gårdhaven - hyggelig pool på nabohotel med sød betjening
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accueil exceptionnelle, propreté irréprochable de notre chambre, localisation parfaite, stanionnement facile d'accès, qualité prix incroyable pour Plakias,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful people. Good location, clean rooms and a good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

antonio, bottanuco bergamo italy

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

Albergo in centro a due passi dal mare

Posizione ottimale, in centro e a due passi dal mare, e con parcheggio pubblico ma comodo. Personale disponibile e paziente
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

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

A HIDDEN GEM

Although only a two star rated hotel, and because of this only requesting a 50c. per night accommodation tax, the Sofia has a big plus in that guests have access to a swimming pool and snackbar/drinks bar area which is part of the Sofia apartments unit just down the road. As the hotel is family - run, the lady on reception also cooks breakfast, offering a good range of continental -style foods and also freshly cooked eggs, which can either be eaten in the dining room or in a cool open-air central courtyard. My balcony, although small, overlooked the pool area and the room had a very smart green-tiled bathroom. The hotel is very central in Plakias and easy to find : there is a good supermarket opposite.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

Gina

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bait and switch.

Bait and switch. As I arrived they told me they were taking me to their "family hotel" which was a few blocks away and the room was not even a 1 star level. Water was cold- freezing cold. And the hotel owners were not even apologetic nor did they admit that they oversold heir hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Michael, Fayetteville, NC

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

Small, Clean, Comfortable.

Room was small but clean and comfortable.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Gunilla, Örebro

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

Gulligt och personligt

Bra läge, rent, trevlig personal. Rummet i minsta laget samt lyhört från korridoren

10/10 Excellent

Tess, UK.

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

Central Hotel in beautiful Plakias

The Sofia Hotel underwent a major refurbishment in 2009. The Hotel is beautifully decorated with appropriately styled artistic adornments.

10/10 Excellent

Knud, Norge

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

Bra beliggenhet

Lite familiedrevet hotel med hyggelige eiere og personal. Et sted hvor en føler seg velkommen. Hele hotellet/rom var rent og vedlikeholdt. Bra service og bra frokost. Absolut et hotel som kan anbefales. Kommer gjerne tilbake på et senere tidspunkt.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Oktoberresa med sommarväder.

Hade per mejl meddelat hotellet att rum med sjöutsikt förväntades. Då vi inte fick något svar förutsåg jag detta. Stor besvikelse då rummet saknade sjöutsikt. Hotellet påstod att de inte fått mejlet!

10/10 Excellent

Elisa, Udine UD, Italia

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

Hotel splendido, con ottimo rapporto qualità/prezz

Abbiamo soggiornato in questo hotel per 3 notti, lo staff è stato molto disponibile e l'hotel davvero comodo, pulito e accogliente. Ottima anche la colazione, con ampia scelta. Buonissimo rapporto qualità prezzo (prezzo più basso della media e la colazione è inclusa). Molto buona anche la posizione dell'albergo, semplice da raggiungere e vicino a tutti i servizi (ristoranti, supermercati, spiaggia, poste, ecc...).

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Koselig ferieby

Familiehotell med koselig atmosfære og nært sentrum . Anbefales!